Cucina Alfresco is a family-operated restaurant bringing the flavors of Italy to Plantation with a modern, welcoming atmosphere built for comfort, connection, and great food. We specialize in NY-style pizza and modern Italian dishes, prepared with care and served with genuine warmth. Here, every meal is an invitation to gather, share, and enjoy the simple joy of great food made with heart.
Diana Bakker Fahmie
It was our first time here and we will definitely be back and tell all of our friends about this amazing restaurant. We started with Nonna‘s meatballs and the pasta fagiole soup. Both were amazing. You can tell that the food is homemade and made with love. Then we had Eggplant Parmesan chicken, piccata, and chicken française all were amazing… After that we had the tiramisu which was light and creamy and absolutely delicious with espresso and cappuccino. In my experience, I’ve never been to a restaurant that just opened and the food was so spectacular. Do not hesitate to try this amazing new restaurant oh and the portion sizes are ginormous and the prices are super reasonable.
… moreRhonda Sori
We were trying to figure out what to do for dinner and realized a new restaurant had opened only two weeks ago in the Plaza close to our house. The reviews looked great so we wanted to check it out. What stood out the most was our server, Gloria. She was super attentive and so nice! I ordered one of the specials of the evening, which was salmon Piccata and my husband ordered a chicken Milanese salad. We both shared a meatball appetizer. The garlic rolls were gigantic and the dipping sauce, with its secret ingredient, was delish! The food was excellent! We then had the opportunity to talk with the owner, Blair. He sat with us for a few minutes, which I really appreciated. Definitely check them out! The atmosphere is great, it’s beautiful inside and the staff is wonderful! Plus you’ll love the food! I was so hungry that I didn’t take pictures of the entrees but check out this Tiramisu!
… moreLindsey Vingris
The food was outstanding—beautifully presented, full of flavor, and clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, and the portion sizes were just right. I especially loved the way the chef balanced textures and flavors; it’s clear that a lot of passion goes into the menu.
Service was prompt without ever feeling rushed, and the team was knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations.
Overall, this restaurant exceeded my expectations in every way. I’ll definitely be returning and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience!
… moreMaría Eugenia Payán
Excellent food! This was a very nice surprise, as the restaurant recently opened and we regularly go to the tacos shopping nearby and the Publix in the same plaza.
We wanted to give it a chance and WOW! The lasagna tastes homemade- my husband said it was to die for- and the fried calamari was delicious. I had a salad which was also excellent.
Oh! They also play beautiful italian music outside, and because the weather is nice, we truly enjoyed eating outside.
We are happy to welcome this restaurant to Plantation!
Come and try it!
… moreB Raw Hospitality 12 (Hospitality reviews)
Well we can’t be more happy for this beautiful addition to a busy publix plaza. We were grabbing some coffee at Starbucks and walking the plaza and we saw this brand new Italian restaurant. The owner was inside and we asked if we could go in. The place was not open yet but he was kind enough to introduce himself and give us a tour of the restaurant. He told us that they were open for only two weeks. We decided to stay for lunch and enjoyed very much. While we were there the tv had the premiere league games live and since we are from Europe ourselves was nice to see some good competitive football. The place is well decorated, clean and the wall design it’s very well done. The food is delicious, and the service is great. We tried the calamari, linguine with clams and the garlic rolls. Everything was delicious to die for but don’t skip the tiramisu!!! Worth every bite!! They also serve beer, wine and mimosas! Also LOTS OF VEGAN OPTIONS, and Gluten free pasta and Pizza. We will definitely tell all of our friends to support this new restaurant. Plantation needs a great restaurant where people can enjoy a glass of wine, have a date night and be treated as family! With open arms and a big heart we wish Cucina Alfresco Buona Fortuna (good luck) and we will definitely be back !! Thank you guys
… moreLuvie Antoine
I had been craving a very specific type of pasta, moist, rich, deeply flavorful, with a hearty meat sauce and honestly wasn’t sure where I was going to find it. I stumbled upon this place online and decided to give it a try, and I’m so glad I did. I ordered the rigatoni alla bolognese, and wow… it was hands down the best Italian pasta I’ve ever had. The sauce was perfectly balanced, packed with flavor, and coated every bite of pasta beautifully. The owner and my waiter, Leonardo A.,were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. You can truly taste the care and authenticity in the dish. This meal exceeded my expectations in every way, and I’ll absolutely be back. If you’re craving real, comforting Italian food done right, this is the place. ✨
… moreMarc
This place just opened up and it’s great! Complete remodel and great atmosphere. Our server Chelsea was super friendly and helpful. We had the lasagna and the ravioli. Both were excellent. The garlic bread wasnt covered in garlic oil soup like some other places, crispy exterior and pulls apart like a croissant – delicious. My waife and I might start making this part of our Sunday routine
… moreLina Cruz
Wonderful neighborhood gem! Food is so fresh. Everything is delish. The bread , the calamari are so fresh. Lasagna is a hit and my husband loved his Chicken Francaise. We couldn’t recommend this place enough. We will be back. The place is all charm as well. A bit bright but charming. Lori our service was the star for sure.
… moreMiguel Nieto
Delicious food. I had the chicken francese. Creamy lemon sauce, with spaguetti done to perfection. Finished with tiramisu. My duaghter had the chicken alfredo and she ate it and had seconds. She is a picky eater by the way. Definetily recommend it and will be back when I visit Florida again.
… moreMelissa Ramirez Guzman
I’ve been to many Italian restaurants across South Florida, and I can confidently say Alfresco Cucina is hands down the best.
This is a true family-owned gem, where you feel the care from the moment you walk in. The service is warm and personalized, and the atmosphere captures that cozy, authentic Italian charm that’s so hard to find.
And the food—wow. I’ve traveled to Italy, and I can honestly say I’ve never had homemade sauces as rich, fresh, and flavorful as the ones served here. Every sauce is made in-house, the pasta is absolutely perfect, and the pizzas are simply delicious. You can taste the quality and passion in every bite.
If you’re looking for real Italian cuisine, this place is a must-visit. Highly, highly recommended. ✨
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