CUCINA – Italian.
Royal Poinciana Way's late-running Italian-American room, where dinner slides into a bar scene and the kitchen keeps its nerve either way. Chef Kent Thurston's card runs from fried calamari and Spanish octopus with white bean puree to brisket meatballs under tomato brasato, then Neapolitan-style thin-crust pies including a white pie with kale and prosciutto. Pastas and classics carry it: pappardelle bolognese, frutti di mare, pollo sorrentino, sea scallops on carnaroli risotto. There is also a raw bar with oysters and poke, plus a sixteen-ounce prime skirt steak. Happy hour runs early evening; Thursday through Saturday the room stays open late.
257 ROYAL POINCIANA WAY, PALM BEACH, FL, 33480 561-855-7799 https://www.cucinapalmbeach.com/0Cuisine: Italian.
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at CUCINA
Dairy-Free at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cucina, Citrus & Beets and Cucina House. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cucina and Cucina House. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cucina, Caesar Salad and Citrus & Beets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cucina and Fried Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mussels Provençal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mussels Provençal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Citrus & Beets, Cucina House and Artisan Bread Selection. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at CUCINA
CUCINA in Palm Beach has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Citrus & Beets, Cucina House and Impossible Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at CUCINA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Frutti Di Mare | 59 g | 71.2 g |
| French Onion | 50.7 g | 53.8 g |
| White Pie | 83.6 g | 51.5 g |
| Mezze | 124.5 g | 39.6 g |
| Mediterranean | 23.3 g | 32.5 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Pomme Purée | 50.5 g | 20.7 g |
| Pepperoni | 21.8 g | 20.1 g |
| Prime Skirt Steak | 0.9 g | 19.1 g |
| Fried Oysters | 0 g | 16.4 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Soup
- French Onion: comte cheese, crostino Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Gazpacho: catalan style with crostini, cucumbers, peppers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
For the Table
- Artisan Bread Selection: marinated olives, oil & roasted garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Mezze: loaded hummus platter, tomato, tapenade, salsa verde, herbs, pita Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Appetizers
- Fried Calamari: calabrese pepper tomato sauce & lemon sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Ahi Taco: crisp little tortilla, citrus soy, avocado, lightly spiced sesame rice (2 ea) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic
- Bruschetta: avocado, stracciatella, prosciutto, pomegranate, basil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Fried Oysters: lemon caper remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Spanish Octopus: white bean puree, salsa verde, tapenade Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline
- Eggplant Parmigiano: basil pesto, san marzano tomato sauce, parmigiano-reggiano, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Meatballs: prime beef brisket with tomato brasato, shaved pecorino, crostini
Thin Crust Pizza
- 2 A.M.: red onion, sausage, spicy cherry peppers, mozzarella
- White Pie: roasted garlic, organic kale, pecorino, parmigiano, mozarella, basil pesto, prosciutto di parma Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Nonna's Meatball: prime brisket meatballs, tomato, fresh mozzarella, shaved parmigiana
- Margherita: fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Pepperoni: mozzarella, tomato, oregano
Greens & Garden
- Citrus & Beets: organic kale, frisee, oranges, avocado, popped quinoa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Chopped Wedge: organic lettuce, bacon, blue cheese ranch, tomato, scallion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber
- Caesar Salad: choice of romaine, organic kale or brussels, with croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Cucina House: tomato, cucumber, mixed greens, onions, fennel, avocado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
Cucina Classics
- Pollo Parm: san marzano sauce, mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano with rigatoni
- Livornaise: nice piece of fish with sauce of wine, tomato, shallot, caper, olives Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Mediterranean: za’atar dusted organic chicken breast, shaved brussels, hummus, tapenade, salsa verde, feta Dietary tags: Mediterranean
- Bolognese: day-fresh handmade pappardelle, veal ragu, parmigiano reggiano
- Chicken Cucina: 1/2 organic chicken, sausage, peppers, tomato, onions, pomme puree Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Frutti Di Mare: scallops, shrimp, clams, mussels, tomato, hand cut fettuccine Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Sea Scallops: carnaroli risotto, morel mushroom jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Pollo Sorrentino: pan crisped organic cutlet, thinly sliced prosciutto, wild mushroom crust with provolone, white wine & truffle veloute
Main Features
- Just a Nice Piece of Fish: dayboat catch OR king salmon served with charred brussels hay & organic kale, pomme purée, citrus sauce OR superfood chopped salad with vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Prime Skirt Steak: 16 oz., peppers & onions, salsa verde, house cut fries
- Impossible Burger: plant-based “beef”, lettuce wrap, tomato, onion, vegan aioli, fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mussels Provençal: fennel & leek fume, garlic, wine, cream, fries, aioli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Impossi-Bowl: pan crisped plant-based “beef,” sriracha rice, avocado, tomato salsa, vegan aioli, organic sprouts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Cucina Cheeseburger: fully loaded with bacon, blue cheese, onions, mushrooms, served with our house cut fries
Raw Bar
- Shrimp Cocktail: giant shrimp served over ice with cocktail sauce and whole grain mustard sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters: east coast, west coast per 1/2 dozen Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Poke: marinated in sweet & spicy sesame, with avocado, onion & scallion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Poke: marinated in sweet & spicy sesame, with avocado, onion & scallion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- King Salmon Poke: marinated in sweet & spicy sesame, with avocado, onion & scallion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Roasted Vegetable Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Spinach Dietary tags: Halal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Cut Fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heirloom Tomato & Red Onion Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pomme Purée Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about CUCINA
- Is CUCINA dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CUCINA has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Cucina, Citrus & Beets and Cucina House.
- What can I eat at CUCINA on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Cucina, Citrus & Beets and Cucina House carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does CUCINA have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Citrus & Beets and Cucina House.
- Is CUCINA gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at CUCINA?
- Frutti Di Mare, at roughly 71.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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