Cucina Venti

Name: Cucina Venti
Address: 1390 Pear Ave, Mountain View, CA, United States, 94043
Telephone: (650) 254-1120
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1091 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Cucina Venti is OPEN for indoor and outdoor Dining 7 Days. Thank you for your continued support!

Cucina Venti opened July 2007. Located next to Google headquarters, beautiful outdoor dining , elegant ambiance. cross street from century 16 in Mountain View. Cucina Venti features modern Italian dishes, Lamb Chops, Local organic produce, The freshest seafood, Hand crafted cocktails, and a wine list with a focus on California and Italian wines.

Please note, we do not accommodate children in our restaurants. Thank you for understanding.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

27 June 2022

7:00 pm

Booked 15 times today

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Takeaway

(650) 254-1120

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 254-1120
Website
http://www.cucinaventi.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Antonio Zomora
Catering
We offer a great catering menu. That everyone loves. Providing plates, utensils, napkins, etc. for free as well as no delivery fee. ( Hard to find. )<br />From our platters size options of salads, sandwiches, pizza's, pastas, and so on. Every choice is wonderful. As well offering a mixed dessert of tiramisu and cannolis.
Private party facilities
Cucina Venti offers multiple different options when booking group events. We offer our semi private room for up to 45 guests to booking the full restaurant. We have many menu package options along with offering customized menus to better suit your group.
Private party contact
Chris: (855) 830-9043

Location
1390 Pear Ave Mountain View, CA 94043
Area
Mountain View
Cross Street
N. Shoreline Blvd
Parking Details
Additional parking across the street at Centry 16 movie theater or we do have street parking.
Public Transit
VTA Route 40
Entertainment
This is a wonderful choice for dinner or lunch on your way to Century 16 or Pear theater.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Ahi Tuna*USD 26.00
Served with avocado and mango salad, drizzled with Sesame oil dressing
Grilled OctopusUSD 26.00
Traditional Grilled Octopus with lemon, oregano, and olive oil. Served with frisee, roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives salad & lemon vinaigrette
CalamariUSD 20.75
Fried calamari served with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce and a creamy Serrano aioli
BruschettaUSD 9.75
Toasted slices of bread topped with Roma tomatoes, marinated in olive oil, garlic, and basil
Burrata CheeseUSD 19.75
Served with arugula and toasted garlic ciabatta bread
Sizzling PrawnsUSD 21.75
Sautéed Prawns in Garlic, Olive Oil and chili flake
Crispy Zucchini CakesUSD 13.75
Served with marinated cucumber & mint yogurt

Flatbread and Sandwiches

Sausage & Honey FlatbreadUSD 21.75
Tomato sauce, Italian sausage, serrano peppers, mascarpone cheese, basil
Mushroom FlatbreadUSD 22.00
Sautéed assorted wild mushrooms, fresh thyme, goat cheese, truffle oil
Siciliano FlatbreadUSD 21.75
House made sausage, chili flake, roasted garlic and broccolini
California Fresh SandwichUSD 19.75
Roasted turkey breast, provolone cheese, avocado, onion, lettuce, tomato, pesto aioli on toasted ciabatta served with Side Salad
Chicken & Prosciutto SandwichUSD 21.75
Fresh mozzarella, pesto aioli on toasted ciabatta served with Side Salad
Vegetarian SandwichUSD 18.75
Avocado, cucumber, provolone cheese, red onion, lettuce, tomato, pesto aioli, on toasted ciabatta served with Side Salad

Salads

Add: Chicken Breast - $10, Prawns - $13.75, Salmon - $15.75, Soup - $12

Venti GardenUSD 15.75
Organic greens, pecans, fennel, onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro and croutons with champagne vinaigrette dressing
Octopus SaladUSD 28.75
Grilled octopus, frisee, roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives, lemon vinaigrette
Ahi Tuna Salad*USD 28.75
Mixed greens, seared Ahi Tuna, avocado, pickled ginger, toasted sesame seeds
Greens & Apples*USD 15.75
garden lettuce, gorgonzola, walnuts, cranberries, apples and Poppy seed dressing
Classic CaesarUSD 15.75
Crisp romaine lettuce, parmesan and toasted croutons tossed with Caesar dressing
Spinach & Strawberries*USD 16.75
Baby spinach, gorgonzola cheese, fresh organic strawberries, cherry tomatoes, walnuts, cranberries and red onion served with raspberry vinaigrette
Mango & Arugula*USD 15.75
topped with fresh diced mango, dried cranberries, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled gorgonzola cheese, red onions, walnuts and honey mustard dressing
Beets Salad*USD 15.75
Arugula, toasted pecans, shaved parmesan, and champagne vinaigrette dressing

Meat & Poultry

Bone-In Ribeye SteakUSD 69.00
(16 oz) Served with roasted potatoes and lemon vinaigrette
Grilled Lamb ChopsUSD 44.75
Served with Swiss chard, roasted potatoes, lemon vinaigrette
Braised Short RibUSD 36.75
Served with polenta, in a light wine sauce
Chicken PiccataUSD 29.75
Mashed Potato and broccolini
Fettuccini with Duck Confit*USD 29.75
Fettuccini, Duck confit, truffle oil, English peas, shitake mushrooms, raisins, parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts and duck cracklings in a light cream sauce
Chicken & Sausage PaellaUSD 28.75
Arborio with saffron, chicken, sausage, bell peppers and cilantro
Chicken SkewersUSD 29.75
Served with wild rice mixed with diced vegetables
Lamb SkewersUSD 29.75
Ground lamb skewers with a side of Greek salad

Seafood & Pasta

Whole BranzinoUSD 47.75
Grilled Branzino with lemon, oregano vinaigrette, and sautéed swiss chard
Saffron Sea Bass (Corvina)USD 39.00
Pan seared, saffron risotto, tomatoes, asparagus, tomato oil, balsamic vinegar
Seared ScallopsUSD 34.75
Grilled asparagus and roasted potatoes, corn, mushrooms, basil, bacon, spinach
Grilled SalmonUSD 35.75
Served with sautéed spinach, wild rice mixed with diced vegetables
Seafood PaellaUSD 37.75
Arborio with Saffron, Prawns, Clams, Sausage, and Scallion bell peppers
Linguine PescatoreUSD 38.75
Fresh salmon, seabass, clams, and prawns in a spicy tomato sauce
Penne FrancescaUSD 29.75
Prawns, asparagus, mushrooms, in a white wine butter sauce and penne pasta
Pappardelle BologneseUSD 28.75
Pappardelle pasta in our traditional meat sauce, topped with micro-basil
Pesto TortelliniUSD 26.75
Sun dried tomatoes, pesto, spinach, topped with smoked Gouda cheese, baked in oven
Angel Hair PastaUSD 23.75
Roma tomato and marinara, fresh basil and garlic
- Add PrawnsUSD 33.75
LasagnaUSD 28.95
Meat sauce, mozzarella and provolone cheese, baked and topped with fresh basil
Porcini Mushroom RavioliUSD 29.75
Porcini's, roasted cherry tomatoes, spinach, in a light Marsala cream sauce
Spaghetti alle vongoleUSD 29.75
Clams tossed with olive oil, garlic, white wine, and lemon juice
Penne PastaUSD 26.75
Grilled Chicken breast, onions, tomatoes, Chipollini cream sauce
- Substitute PrawnsUSD 33.75

What 1,091 people are saying

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

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Kevink
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall1food2service1ambience2
My husband ordered the lasagna which was delicious. I ordered the Penne Francesca. The shrimp was so rubbery we sent it back. The second order was warmer but not much better. The manager graciously deducted this from our bill. Overall we feel the poor service was a direct reflection of our waiter. As we were leaving, he chased us down in the parking lot to tell us our card was declined. We gave him the same card again with no problem. Our desert was delayed until we reminded him. Not the best experience…..
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AlanE
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food1service5ambience4
Shrimp were chewy and probably too old to be served. They were nice about our complaint and gave us a complimentary dessert.
RN
RalucaN
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was good, the service was excellent, the environment outside nice and pleasant
TT
TheoT
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience2
Decent restaurant, albeit somewhat presumptuous. Probably the most un-kids friendly place I’ve ever been to. It’s by design (they claim to be more of a “corporate restaurant”) but still. Food was ok. Service was … acceptable. Price … steep. Overall … not the worst place I’ve been to.
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AliceZ
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
I mentioned the dinner is for my cousin's birthday when I made reservation. We got a free, pretty Italian dessert in the end. It's a surprise and made us very happy.
MS
MonaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food3service5ambience5
Great service and atmosphere. Wish they had more vegan options on their menu
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Slopelovers
Central Coast
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food1service4ambience4
Before you select Cucina Venti for your dinner, ask via phone whether the chef who cooked on Father's Day, (6/19/22) is the chef cooking when you want your reservation. Our food was so salty it was virtually not eatable. We were comped dessert, which was nice, and one of the two entrees was also comped. I know that was to have us return, but unless the chef from that day has been retrained, we will not choose Cucina Venti. The prices are definitely high end, so it's worth your checking before going.
JM
JesseM
San Francisco
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, service, drinks & ambiance. The four of us could not have had a more wonderful experience. Will definitely be back!
Cucina VentiResponded 7 days agoThank you so much Jesse for dining at Cucina Venti and for the great review. Best of wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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sharon
San Francisco
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall4food5service2ambience5
That were very understaffed. The food was fabulous. In the end the did make it right for us and will definitely go back.
Cucina VentiResponded 7 days agoThank you Sharon and we do hope you return again very soon. Best of wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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LXIE
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 18 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat outdoor on backside of the restaurant. Great setting, good food & we had a great server, Martin??? is his name, I think.
AK
AnnieK
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
It’s a good dining environment, and it’s suitable for chatting with friends or businesses casual. The atmosphere is very good, and food display well. Meal tastes good.
Cucina VentiResponded 5 days agoThank you Annie for dining at Cucina Venti and for taking the time to place this review. Greatly appreciated. Best wishes, Christine GM
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RachelP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 15 June 2022
overall2food2service5ambience5
Cucina Venti is a beautiful restaurant, but the food is mediocre. I wouldn't go back. Our server was very nice.
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Unhappy
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 15 June 2022
overall3food4service5ambience4
There were a couple of practices that threw me off about my time there. One, the idea that they will charge me $30 per person if I had to cancel at the last minute. Two, they had already added the tip to the bill when it was presented to me, even for a party of two? Both practices might be why the restaurant was less than half full.
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Starky
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 14 June 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
+ Upscale Italian food was very good + Nice inside - Server cleared appetizers before we were done - Parking is limited.
Cucina VentiResponded 7 days agoThank you!
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TraceyHolzwarth
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 13 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service, food, ambiance were top notch!
TG
TelmaG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and staff
Cucina VentiResponded 7 days agoThank you!
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JimN
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 13 June 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Our visit was ok, but no better than that. I asked for the lamb to be medium rare and specifically discussed with our server that I wanted it pink. But it came 'medium' anyway. The Calamari overcooked and reheated the ahi tuna appetizer was overpowered by the sauce. The other dishes that we had were uninspiring, but ok. Servers were just ok, as well. It's too expensive not to be better than this. A good selection of wines.
CC
CarrieC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very classy and European vibes , great food and service
Cucina VentiResponded 7 days agoThank you!
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RobertR
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always expect excellent food and service at Cucina Venti, and we are never disappointed!
Cucina VentiResponded 7 days agoThank you so much Robert!
MR
MaryRuthL
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 8 June 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Food is always good but not great. Great wine list!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 June 2022
overall1food1service2ambience3
Food was oversalted on every entree a d somewhat pricey for what was served. Wine list is overpriced.
DC
DebbieC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were seated in the outdoor space in an elegant setting going from the hustle and bustle of rush hour traffic to total bliss. It was a perfect dining experience and this was only lunch Lol. Food was delish, service impeccable. I already made a reservation again my 3rd time in 4 weeks :-)
Cucina VentiResponded on 13 June 2022Thank you so much Debbie and we are thrilled that you have returned again. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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JeffreyW
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Diego our waiter was terrific, as was the food and the setting
Cucina VentiResponded on 13 June 2022Thank you Jeffrey for having dined in and for the review. We do hope you return again very soon! Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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Hans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice place, food and great service. The outdoor area is very nice.
Cucina VentiResponded on 31 May 2022Thank you Hans for choosing Cucina Venti and for taking the time to place this review. We do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 28 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food made this meal amazing! But the service, especially from Martin, made this meal truly one to remember. Thank you for making my cousin's graduation dinner just wonderful! The meat was cooked to perfection, and my husband had the most scrumptious salmon maybe ever! We will be returning soon. Such a lovely hole in the wall. Who knew such an elegant restaurant was hiding in this shopping center! I guess you really should judge a book by its cover..
Cucina VentiResponded on 31 May 2022Thank you for choosing Cucina Venti and for taking the time to place this review. We do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover General Manager
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Arci
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 27 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We hadn't been to Cucina Venti since before the pandemic. The restaurant has made considerable renovations and expansions. The patio dining area was elegant and the outside sectional seating was quite inviting; looked cozy especially with the outdoor heating throughout. The menu provided an abundance of appetizers and salads to choose from, we enjoyed the Chicken Piccata and Linguine Pescatore, both excellent! We'll be back.
Cucina VentiResponded on 27 May 2022Thank you Arci for returning back since the pandemic. I am thrilled you enjoyed your experience and hope that you do return again very soon. Best of wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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Yvette
Central Coast
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 25 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service - unparalleled to any other. Indeed the best Italian restaurant in MTV. Martin provided excellent service and helped us decide on our meal choices. Business meeting that now will become a standing dinner once a month because we enjoyed the experience so much - same table!
Cucina VentiResponded on 25 May 2022Thank you so much Yvette for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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YvonnePOS
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 22 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the ambiance of the dining room. Food was delicious (especially the paella!) Look forward to a return visit soon, maybe to check out the patio area too!
Cucina VentiResponded on 25 May 2022Thank you so much Yvonne for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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CPO1
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 21 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our 45th wedding anniversary and the food was excellent. They even gave us a tiramisu on the house for the occasion. They write happy 45th anniversary on the plate.
Cucina VentiResponded on 24 May 2022Thank you so much for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
BA
BayAreaVisitor
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 20 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent! Food, service and ambience are all excellent.
Cucina VentiResponded on 25 May 2022Thank you so much for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good we really enjoyed ourselves! Would definitely go back again!
Cucina VentiResponded on 24 May 2022Thank you so much! We do hope that you return again in the near future. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 20 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super amazing! Such fresh food, totally worth the price and the ambience is amazing. Staff is super friendly and nice. Great experience. Will totally recommend!
Cucina VentiResponded on 24 May 2022Thank you so much for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 May 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Sever is very nice & kind. Also food is perfect as well.
Cucina VentiResponded on 24 May 2022Thank you so much! We do hope that you return again in the near future. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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Friendly
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
We tried Cucina last Sat.. We like the food but think it is a bit pricy. And it requires a deposit and the cancellation policy applies. Overall it gets my 4 stars rating!
Cucina VentiResponded on 18 May 2022Thank you so much for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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ErezN
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat outside. It was a little chilly, so they put some heaters around us and it was great. If u sit inside, it can be noisy Food was very good. Pasta, chiken, clams. All were cooked with not too heavy sauce and were nicely served. I recommend .
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing. Great food, wine and ambience. Love this place and the staff - awesome!
Cucina VentiResponded on 18 May 2022Thank you so much for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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MikeT
New England
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall3food2service3ambience4
The place does not have high chairs for children - weird. Also, they explicitly say that they don’t allow children under 15 years old inside (only outside) and yet we passed a couple with the kid around 10 dining indoors. Seems like preferential treatment. It was very cold, so they eventually did sit us inside, but in a separate room - which actually worked great for us with a child, even though it did not have much decor. Their service was nice, very polite. The food is mediocre at best; the fish was dry, pasta was way to greasy, so for a $75 per person experience it’s a meh.
MD
MarkD
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we ordered was cooked to perfection and served to the table hot. One of the best meals we've had in a long while.
Cucina VentiResponded on 18 May 2022Thank you so much Mark for having chosen our establishment for your dining experience and for taking the time to place this review. We greatly appreciate it and do hope that you return again very soon. Best wishes, Christine Schoonover GM
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Mother’s Day family dinner
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall3food1service5ambience5
Food was subpar for the price. Shrimp was over cooked, drinks were 3 sips and done, and we had to pay 10 dollars for each bottle of water?!? Thanks for letting us know.. sadly won’t be coming back due to all of the above.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Cucina Venti using the Order Online button. Cucina Venti also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Cucina Venti also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 254-1120.

Cucina Venti is rated 4.5 stars by 1091 OpenTable diners.