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Cucina Lab Torino is a family-owned Italian restaurant in the heart of Metro Detroit, offering an unforgettable upscale dining experience. Known for exceptional food and impeccable service, Cucina Lab Torino welcomes guests with a warm, inviting atmosphere. The menu changes weekly, featuring a fresh selection of authentic Italian dishes made with the finest ingredients and expert craftsmanship. Every plate is thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented, promising a true taste of Italy with every bite.
Seasonal, organic, housemade dishes, light fare & wine offered in a stylish Italian restaurant.
Hours
| Thursday | 6–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6–10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3960 Crooks Rd Suite 200, Troy, MI 48084
Phone: (248) 525-9098
Website: https://cucina-lab.com/
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Reviews
PB
I hate to leave bad reviews, especially for a family-operated restaurant where the staff were all very nice, but it feels warranted in this case.
Value & Pricing
The food is just not good, and definitely not good enough to justify their absurd $90-per-person tasting menu price. I would gladly pay $90 or even more if the dining experience matched the cost, but this was not the case unfortunately.
Food Quality & Presentation
The best of the five dishes served was just okay, and others were downright bad. Two of the five courses were aesthetically unappetizing, you would think that a restaurant that only offers dinner service twice a week would have the sense to think about their plating and the look of the food they are serving. A small piece of bread with cheese spread and steamed vegetables being one of the courses on a $90 tasting menu is beyond pathetic. I genuinely hope ownership reads this review, evaluates the value proposition they are currently offering, and takes steps to fix it. If they don’t see any issue, then frankly this place should not remain open.
Atmosphere
The setup of the restaurant is also somewhat strange, it felt more like a fast-casual vibe than a fancy restaurant offering an expensive tasting menu.
A Note for Non-Italian Diners
If you are a non-Italian and are considering booking a reservation here, please take note: THIS IS NOT THE TYPE OF ITALIAN CUISINE THAT MOST PEOPLE ENVISION IN THEIR HEAD, and I mean that in a bad way unfortunately.
Why I Wrote This
I wrote this review for two reasons: (1) to warn people considering booking a reservation here for a special occasion that they are most likely going to be disappointed if they’ve ever eaten good food in their lives, and (2) genuinely in the hopes that ownership/management reads this and takes it to heart, not as an attack, but as constructive feedback. If you continue operating as you currently are, first time customers have no reason to return.
… moreValue & Pricing
The food is just not good, and definitely not good enough to justify their absurd $90-per-person tasting menu price. I would gladly pay $90 or even more if the dining experience matched the cost, but this was not the case unfortunately.
Food Quality & Presentation
The best of the five dishes served was just okay, and others were downright bad. Two of the five courses were aesthetically unappetizing, you would think that a restaurant that only offers dinner service twice a week would have the sense to think about their plating and the look of the food they are serving. A small piece of bread with cheese spread and steamed vegetables being one of the courses on a $90 tasting menu is beyond pathetic. I genuinely hope ownership reads this review, evaluates the value proposition they are currently offering, and takes steps to fix it. If they don’t see any issue, then frankly this place should not remain open.
Atmosphere
The setup of the restaurant is also somewhat strange, it felt more like a fast-casual vibe than a fancy restaurant offering an expensive tasting menu.
A Note for Non-Italian Diners
If you are a non-Italian and are considering booking a reservation here, please take note: THIS IS NOT THE TYPE OF ITALIAN CUISINE THAT MOST PEOPLE ENVISION IN THEIR HEAD, and I mean that in a bad way unfortunately.
Why I Wrote This
I wrote this review for two reasons: (1) to warn people considering booking a reservation here for a special occasion that they are most likely going to be disappointed if they’ve ever eaten good food in their lives, and (2) genuinely in the hopes that ownership/management reads this and takes it to heart, not as an attack, but as constructive feedback. If you continue operating as you currently are, first time customers have no reason to return.
Create hookd
What a unique amazing experience! We started the night at vino lab, the wine bar next to the restaurant, and love the staff, wine selection, atmosphere and offerings. Dinner was an amazing 5 course dinner with incredible Italian flavors. Sommelier walked us through a perfect wine pairing to complement the meal at every stage. Can’t say enough about the staff, food and atmosphere, you really have to go and experience it.
… moreChristina Labadie
We had a wonderful Valentine’s Day dinner at Cucina. Per usual, the staff was so welcoming and attentive. They also took the time to explain each course of the meal. The food was absolutely exceptional, offering variety, tons of flavor, and freshness. We look forward to coming back!
… moreBoolee
I really wanted to enjoy this experience, but unfortunately it fell far short of what the price and concept promise.
At $90 per person for a five-course meal, I expected a refined, high-end dining experience. Instead, every course arrived cold, and the food overall was very bland, lacking depth, seasoning, or any memorable flavors. Nothing felt elevated or thoughtfully executed in a way that justified the cost.
The pacing was another major issue. Keep in mind it takes 30mins to wait for the next dish which arrived cold. A long, drawn-out service can work when the food and atmosphere are exceptional—but in this case, it only amplified the disappointment.
This restaurant clearly aims to offer a curated, upscale dining experience, but execution is critical at this price point. Temperature, flavor, and timing are fundamentals, and missing on all three makes it hard to recommend.
I hope the owners take this feedback seriously, because the concept has potential. That said, while some people may come once to try the experience, I can’t see many guests returning unless significant improvements are made
… moreAt $90 per person for a five-course meal, I expected a refined, high-end dining experience. Instead, every course arrived cold, and the food overall was very bland, lacking depth, seasoning, or any memorable flavors. Nothing felt elevated or thoughtfully executed in a way that justified the cost.
The pacing was another major issue. Keep in mind it takes 30mins to wait for the next dish which arrived cold. A long, drawn-out service can work when the food and atmosphere are exceptional—but in this case, it only amplified the disappointment.
This restaurant clearly aims to offer a curated, upscale dining experience, but execution is critical at this price point. Temperature, flavor, and timing are fundamentals, and missing on all three makes it hard to recommend.
I hope the owners take this feedback seriously, because the concept has potential. That said, while some people may come once to try the experience, I can’t see many guests returning unless significant improvements are made
Reggie Sehgal
The ambience was great so was the service but unfortunately the execution of the dishes was poor. You cannot charge a certain amount for dishes that are mini palate teasers and the main is also a small plate.for example, slithers of pork with few potatoes and greens. The flavors were there but I would consider portion size and price. The sommelier was great, but only if they could pair the wines on time with the meals.
… moreR Y
Loved the vibes here! The restaurant is family owned and operated. Everyone there is super sweet and friendly. The food was so good! I can’t wait to go back and try it again. I missed the call from them to go over the menu the day before. I would advise future guests to make sure to discuss with them in case the protein isn’t something you prefer! One of our guests don’t prefer turkey and would have wanted chicken but it was my fault for not calling the restaurant back. Overall, loved our experience and will be back soon!
… mores e s h a
My wife and I dined here for the first time with another couple on a Saturday in November. There is a $20 fee per person to make a reservation. They have two seatings for dinner on Saturday, one at 6pm and one at 8pm, we selected the 8pm slot. There is no menu and they serve a five course meal, which sounded really interesting to all of us and was one of the reasons we selected this place. Someone from the restaurant called us on the Friday before our reservation and mentioned they are fully booked for the 6pm seating and there is a place they own next door named Vino Lab where we could go and have some drinks and they will come get us when ready to be seated. We arrived 30 minutes early and hung out in the Vino lab which was nice, it’s sort of an Italian market kind of place with a modern wine bar. All the wine they serve are Italian, we really liked it and the staff are friendly and helpful when selecting wine.
As stated, they came and got us when it was time to be seated for dinner. The restaurant staff are all super friendly and welcoming. They asked us if anyone had any allergies or couldn’t eat certain food. The bartender came over and asked what we wanted to drink. Since there is no menu, they explained what each course was when they placed it in front of us. Every course we had was delicious and we enjoyed all of them. We must have interacted with about 6 people while dining here and every one of them had pleasant personalities and seemed to really like working there. The chef came to our table when we were about to leave and asked how everything was.
I highly recommend this place for a special occasion or just a great evening with friends. None of us had any complaints about this place and we will definitely go back again.
… moreAs stated, they came and got us when it was time to be seated for dinner. The restaurant staff are all super friendly and welcoming. They asked us if anyone had any allergies or couldn’t eat certain food. The bartender came over and asked what we wanted to drink. Since there is no menu, they explained what each course was when they placed it in front of us. Every course we had was delicious and we enjoyed all of them. We must have interacted with about 6 people while dining here and every one of them had pleasant personalities and seemed to really like working there. The chef came to our table when we were about to leave and asked how everything was.
I highly recommend this place for a special occasion or just a great evening with friends. None of us had any complaints about this place and we will definitely go back again.
James Pyne
We recently did the Thursday evening tasting menu with wine tasting. Not only was the food delicious, (THE FOCCIA BREAD ) there were tons of unique items that I wouldn’t normally order for myself. They were all delicious and the variety was great.
The restaurant is clean, quiet, and the staff are so kind and accommodating. 10/10!
… moreThe restaurant is clean, quiet, and the staff are so kind and accommodating. 10/10!
Giorgio Cornacchia
We visited Cucina Lab last week, and it was one of the best dining experiences
we have had in our stay in Michigan. The chef prepares authentic dishes right in the dining room, using carefully selected, high-quality ingredients that taste incredibly fresh.
Everything was phenomenal, but the dreamy chocolate gelato was the absolute highlight!
The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and tastefully decorated—making it feel both intimate and sophisticated. We will come back.
… morewe have had in our stay in Michigan. The chef prepares authentic dishes right in the dining room, using carefully selected, high-quality ingredients that taste incredibly fresh.
Everything was phenomenal, but the dreamy chocolate gelato was the absolute highlight!
The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and tastefully decorated—making it feel both intimate and sophisticated. We will come back.
ebean
Lovely people and amazing food, attention to detail, authenticity! A hidden gem. I wish them well – keep up the great work! Both sides of the business (wine bar + restaurant) are spots I want to spend time and money. The warmth here is unparalleled. Thank you for an amazing dinner last night!
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