Prima Cucina Italiana

Name: Prima Cucina Italiana
Address: 4500 Mahoning Ave, Youngstown, OH, United States, 44515
Telephone: (330) 743-3000
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (439)

$31 to $50

Italian

4500 Mahoning Ave, Youngstown, OH 44515

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Opened in June 2020 in Youngstown by Josh Santangelo, Prima Cucina Italiana showcases regional Italian cuisine with a focus on Rome and Southern Italy. The menu features prime steaks, chops, fresh seafood, and handmade pasta. An expertly curated wine list highlights selections from Italy, France, Spain, and the New World. Guests can also enjoy craft cocktails, aperitivi, and a rare collection of whiskies.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(330) 743-3000
Website
http://www.primayoungstown.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Joshua Santangelo
Private party facilities
Coming Soon Apollo Event Center and Prima Events

Location
4500 Mahoning Ave, Youngstown, OH 44515
Neighborhood
Youngstown
Cross street
Phelps
Parking details
Free public parking on Federal and Phelps and behind the restaurant at the Youngstown Water Department lot.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Affettati Misti$26.00
Chef’s Selection of Salumi, Cheese, and Vegetables
Insalata Misticanza$12.00
Mixed Green Salad, Shaved Fennel, White Balsamic Vinaigrette, Shaved Parmigiano
Panzanella$12.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Basil, Focaccia Croutons, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Fritto Misto alla Prima$14.00
Fried Calamari, Shrimp, Seasonal Vegetable
Cozze$15.00
Fried Calamari, Shrimp, Seasonal Vegetable
Polpo$19.00
Grilled Octopus, Warm Potatoes, Celery, Arugula, Gaeta Olives, Capers, Citrus Vinaigrette
Polpette$12.00
Meatballs, Polenta, Ricotta, Parmigiano

Contorni

Polenta$7.00
Milk, Butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Patate$8.00
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Rosemary
"Greens" Scarola$9.00
Escarole, Garlic, Chili Flakes
Rapini$9.00
Broccoli Rabe, Garlic, Chili Flakes
Cavolini$8.00
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Lemon, Parmigiano

Primi

Spaghetti Pomodoro$13.00
Tomato, Basil, Pecorino
Tonnarelli alla Carbonara$21.00
Guanciale, Egg, Cracked Black Pepper, Pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano
Rigatoni all’ Amatriciana$21.00
Tomato, Guanciale, Garlic, Red Onion, Chili Flake, Pecorino
Linguine allo Scoglio$25.00
Clams, Mussels, Wild Shrimp, Garlic, White Wine, Tomato, Chili Flake
Spaghetti alle Vongole$21.00
Clams, White Wine, Garlic, Chili Flake
Pappardelle al Ragu’$21.00
Classic Meat Sauce, Parmigiano

Secondi

Melanzane alla Parmigiana$18.00
Eggplant, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano
Halibut alla Livornese$48.00
Pan Seared Halibut, Tomatoes, Olives, Capers, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Rapini
Pollo alla Milanese$21.00
Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Arugula, Lemon, Shaved Parmigiano
Pollo alla Parmigiana$21.00
Breaded Chicken Cutlet, Plum Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Pecorino, Spaghetti Pomodoro
Pollo alla Mattone$24.00
Half Chicken Cooked Under a Brick, Lemon, Capers, Butter, Brussel Sprouts
Grilled Skirt Steak
Salsa Verde, Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary, Rapini
10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon
Prime Angus Reserve Filet Mignon Aged 21 days, Rapini, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Rosemary
35 oz Tomahawk Rib Chop$100.00
For Two - Prime Angus Reserve Bone-in Ribeye aged 21 days, Rapini, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Rosemary

What 439 people are saying

Prima Cucina Italiana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Youngstown
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prima Cucina Italiana delights with "delicious food" and "fantastic service," creating a welcoming atmosphere. Diners praise the "wonderful" staff, highlighting standout servers like Chad and Jennifer. The menu features authentic Italian dishes with rave reviews for the Pappardelle Al Ragu and Tonnarelli Carbonara. A true "hidden gem," it promises a memorable dining experience.

439 Reviews

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Harish
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
1.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Over all an absolute boring restaurant. Boring drinks, boring menu and boring atmosphere.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food just sad that hardly anyone was dining!
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Joe VIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton33 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and our server was fantastic. Will definitely go back if I am ever traveling near this restaurant. Bennisimo!
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James VIP
Pinehurst37 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I are in town for granddaughter’s high school graduation and I decided to go back to a favorite from when I lived in Canfield 15 years ago and treat the parents to a night out at “The Upstairs” restaurant but now is Prima Cucina Italiana! We started with drinks and appetizers; Devils on Horseback (sausage stuffed dates) and Lollipop Lamb Chops! My son in law and I had Pappardelle Al Ragu while daughter had Tonnarelli alla Carbonara and my wife had Linguini Allo Scoglio (Black Ink linguini) with seafood! The dinner was great! Our server Chad brought a sense of enthusiasm to our table and explained everything they offer and made our night very enjoyable!
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Elise
Cincinnati / Dayton4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Chad did a wonderful job. He was friendly and attentive. We were celebrating my birthday and he took very good care of us. The food was delicious, as always. We enjoy bringing our friends and family to Prima Cucina.
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John VIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service! Delicious food! Absolutely will reserve again.
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Susan
Pittsburgh / Western PA16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was outstanding as always! Everyone working was happy and helpful. Wine selection was good as well.
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Bill
Pittsburgh / Western PA6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful food & service! We are early diners and enjoyed the peace & quiet along with the food
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Mary VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA15 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Disappointing. Our table reservation wasn't available. They said they had walk ins ??? We ate at the bar. They came past us and sat a group of 4 that had a reservation after us. I felt we could have been seated at a table for 4. They greeted them, knew them. A while after ordering we were told they didn't have our option for dinner. They offered to give us a better cut of steak. It was the toughest filet mignon we've ever had. You couldn't even cut it let alone chew it. The broccoli rabi was overdone. They didn't charge us for our dinner. They were very nice, kept apologizing. Offered us another option to take home. We declined. We didn't have dinner and paid about $30.00 more for a bottle of wine expecting to have it with dinner.
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Linda
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, terrific service, pleasant ambience. We will return again and again.
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FAQs

Prima Cucina Italiana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (330) 743-3000.

Prima Cucina Italiana is rated 4.5 stars by 439 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

4500 Mahoning Ave, Youngstown, OH 44515

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Phelps
Neighborhood
Youngstown
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Free public parking on Federal and Phelps and behind the restaurant at the Youngstown Water Department lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joshua Santangelo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.primayoungstown.com/
Phone number
(330) 743-3000
Private party facilities
Coming Soon Apollo Event Center and Prima Events

Prima Cucina Italiana

About this restaurant

Not bookable

There’s more to explore

Dining areas

Additional information

Spaghetti alle Vongole

Spaghetti Pomodoro

Tonnarelli alla Carbonara

Sfizi

Warm Marinated Olives$5.00

Devils on Horseback$7.00

Carciofini$9.00

Antipasti

Affettati Misti$26.00

Insalata Misticanza$12.00

Panzanella$12.00

Fritto Misto alla Prima$14.00

Cozze$15.00

Polpo$19.00

Polpette$12.00

Contorni

Polenta$7.00

Patate$8.00

"Greens" Scarola$9.00

Rapini$9.00

Cavolini$8.00

Primi

Spaghetti Pomodoro$13.00

Tonnarelli alla Carbonara$21.00

Rigatoni all’ Amatriciana$21.00

Linguine allo Scoglio$25.00

Spaghetti alle Vongole$21.00

Pappardelle al Ragu’$21.00

Secondi

Melanzane alla Parmigiana$18.00

Halibut alla Livornese$48.00

Pollo alla Milanese$21.00

Pollo alla Parmigiana$21.00

Pollo alla Mattone$24.00

Grilled Skirt Steak

10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon

35 oz Tomahawk Rib Chop$100.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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How is Prima Cucina Italiana restaurant rated?

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