Mike Morgan
We grew up in Lauderdale in the 60’s and 70’s and love coming back! We had a lovely dinner here on our last night staying in Lauderdale By The Sea. Owners were so welcoming and gracious and food was excellent! We had the Butternut Squash Soup, shared a pizza with prosciutto and caramelized onions, and also shared the ricotta stuffed ravioli with bolognese. Absolutely homemade and delicious. Make a reservation so you can be sure to get a table! Will visit again!
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Fort Lauderdale has a new must-try destination: Cucina Moderna. From the elevated vibe to the incredible food and impeccable ambience, this place delivers on every level. What truly sets it apart, though, is the exceptional staff. When you visit, be sure to ask for Nicole, she’s outstanding. And don’t miss the drink specials, they’re some of the best in all of Fort Lauderdale.Fort Lauderdale has a new must-try destination: Cucina Moderna.
From the elevated vibe to the incredible food and impeccable ambience, this place delivers on every level. What truly sets it apart, though, is the exceptional staff. When you visit, be sure to ask for Nicole, she’s outstanding. And don’t miss the drink specials, they’re some of the best in all of Fort Lauderdale.
… morePeggy Ann McConnochie
Another amazing evening! It’s so much fun being at an authentic Italian restaurant owned by Italians, with many guests around us speaking Italian! We love ordering their specials. They are heaven! We loved the eggplant parmesan for an appetizer. The homemade pasta and shrimp were to die for! And the wine was superb!
… moreRose Borg
Best Italian cuisine in Fort Lauderdale. Food is authentic, tasty and portions are perfect. Staff is awesome, and so friendly. They have a variety of tasty meals. This has become our favourite restaurant to visit on a regular basis. We have never been disappointed. Many thanks to chef Enrico, Claudia and Marco. ❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
… moreLina Cianciullo-Birch
Absolutely loved this restaurant! Best in Fort Lauderdale (Lauderdale-by-the-Sea)
Amazing, fresh authentic Italian cuisine.
Food was mouthwatering delicious and the owners Claudia and Enrico were beyond welcoming and hospitable!
Truly made us feel like family!
I will be going back again and again!
I plan on recommending this little Italian gem 1000% to everyone I know.
Thank you Claudia and Enrico for an unforgettable experience! Bravi
… moreK Philip
Absolutely fantastic Italian restaurant! I’ve been to Italy numerous times, and this is by far the closest I’ve found in North America to truly capturing the authentic flavors of Italy. Every dish was outstanding, and the wine selection was excellent. The owners were incredibly warm and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I don’t live in Florida, but I’ll be sure to visit every time I’m here, an absolute gem!!
… moreJamie
I’ve always loved Italian restaurants that make you feel like family — the kind of place where the food is good, the atmosphere is warm, and the people know your name. And for about six months, that’s exactly what this restaurant was for me, my wife, and our 2-year-old. We went every Sunday. We loved the food, the chef, the vibe. One day the owners even told me, “Don’t ever stress — there will always be a table for you and your family.”
That meant something to me.
But then Valentine’s Day came. We showed up early, around 6 p.m., before the rush. The restaurant was basically empty. And out of nowhere, we were told they couldn’t seat us without a reservation. No exception. No memory of who we were. Just a flat “no.”
And I know what you’re probably thinking: Well, you didn’t have a reservation.
But that’s the whole point — the owner literally told us not to worry, that we’d always be taken care of. Two weeks later, we went from feeling like family to being treated like complete strangers, turned away from an empty dining room.
I didn’t argue. I didn’t make a scene. I just walked out with my family and never went back. But the truth is, it stuck with me. It’s a bad feeling when a place that once felt warm suddenly makes you feel like you don’t belong there at
… moreRobin Martell
Loved La Cucina in Fort Lauderdale! The moment I walked into the restaurant I was “happy”. Such an inviting place and caring staff! The food was absolutely delicious! With every bite I was doing a happy dance! Every detail of service and the food is offered with perfection & love!!!
… morelinda white
The meal was beyond fabulous and the service was-just as great!!! This place is a must, if you want amazing homemade Italian. Make reservations because there are only nine tables inside. 4 or 5 outdoor tables are also available. The bread was fabulous and the antipasto was perfect!!!
… moreDesiree molina
I’ve been wanting to try this place for some time, and today I finally decided to go. Knowing it’s a small spot, I called ahead to ask about the wait time. Unfortunately, the woman who answered the phone was very rude and spoke as if she was trying to rush me off. Since I’ve never been here before, I had a few general questions, but she was not welcoming at all. That interaction left a bad taste in my mouth. There are so many great reviews, but unfortunately, this experience has made me no longer want to visit.
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