Cucina Morini – Italian
Cucina Morini captures the essence of a sun-soaked Mediterranean escape, where the briny sweetness of fresh oysters and silken yellowtail crudo meet the warmth of a lively, stylish dining room. The experience centers on a vibrant harmony of textures, from the indulgent pull of creamy burrata to the charred snap of seasonal broccolini and golden, salt-kissed calamari. It is a space where sophisticated coastal flavors and a spirited atmosphere converge, turning every meal into a graceful celebration of the season’s finest ingredients.
901, 4th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001 +12026976888 https://www.cucinamorini.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Cucina Morini
Dairy-Free at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops, House Baked Tomato Focaccia and Rosemary Potato Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops, Roasted Game Hen and Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Soup, Seafood Pasta and Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops, Tuna and Grilled Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Treviso, Broccolini and Express-Oh! Martini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Treviso, Broccolini and Express-Oh! Martini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini and Marinated Sicilian Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cucina Morini
Cucina Morini in Washington has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Baked Tomato Focaccia, Rosemary Potato Chips and Broccolini. 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 Morini
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Roman Salad | 83.5 g | 38.9 g |
| Gramigna | 85.5 g | 33.5 g |
| Olive Oil Cake | 46.1 g | 29.4 g |
| Tuna | 0 g | 28 g |
| Treviso | 0 g | 27.5 g |
| Cappelletti | 5.6 g | 25.1 g |
| Red Snapper in Parchment | 48.2 g | 24.3 g |
| Paccheri Alla Norma | 44 g | 24.2 g |
| Scallops Capri Style | 26.4 g | 21.2 g |
| Grilled Octopus | 0.1 g | 21 g |
| Rigatoni | 10.6 g | 19.6 g |
| Cauliflower | 22.3 g | 19.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Crudi
- Oysters - $24: chef’s selection of east & west coast oysters, prosecco mignonette Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna - $22: fennel crusted tuna, shaved celery, olive, capers, pickled pepper, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail - $22: pistachio pesto, fennel pollen Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Roman Salad - $16: romaine, cherry tomato, mollica, garlic anchovy dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Treviso - $16: chicory, goat cheese, almond, spicy lemon-sesame vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Burrata - $21: marinated tomato, fennel pollen-chili agrodolce, mint, pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower - $13: apricot, pistachio, pickled shallot, fresno chili, lemon aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini - $14: crispy broccolini, spicy pepita gremolata, tonnato Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potatoes - $13: fingerling potato, pesto aioli, pecorino, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $20: rhode island calamari, pomodoro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini Fritters - $14: calabrian chili & green onion crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Octopus - $21: red wine braised spanish octopus, butternut squash, soppressata, smoked potato, salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $15: prosciutto & mortadella meatballs, pistachio, pomodoro, ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Paccheri Alla Norma - $30: eggplant, san marzano tomato, red chili, ricotta salata, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Pasta - $37: mussels, branzino, shrimp, calamari, scallops, fennel pollen Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Taglioni - $32: squid ink, shellfish ragu, calabrian chili butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni - $32: lamb ragu, fennel, rosemary, pecorino Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cappelletti - $33: truffle ricotta ravioli, prosciutto Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gramigna - $32: pork sausage, green onion, black pepper, egg yolk Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Red Snapper in Parchment - $45: saffron-garlic butter, chickpea, potato Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Soup - $65: scallop, mussel, shrimp, calamari, octopus, fregola, shellfish broth, crostini Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallops Capri Style - $42: pan seared scallop, lemon-herb risotto, tomato & basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Game Hen - $39: spicy honey, chicory salad, orange Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $48: delicata squash caponata, roasted squash puree, mint, salsa verde, charred lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- House Baked Tomato Focaccia - $11: roasted garlic oil, wild oregano Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary Potato Chips - $6: calabrian chili, green onion dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Sicilian Olives - $6: orange, roasted garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Olive Oil Cake - $15: basil olive oil cake, red wine cherries, balsamic, honey yogurt crema, black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ricotta Doughnuts - $16: citrus scented ricotta doughnuts, dark chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Custard - $16: dark chocolate custard, pistachio gelato, cocoa nib crumble, pistachio, candied orange Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Affogato Sundae - $15: vanilla & chocolate gelati, espresso, frangelico, salted caramel, dark chocolate, hazelnut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Morini Martini - $15: skyy vodka, bombay dry gin, cinzano bianco, caper, dill, white pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Express-Oh! Martini - $15: grey goose vodka, foro amaro, luxardo espresso liqueur, la colombe espresso, nitro Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Peroni Lager - $9: Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Pot of Tea - $6.5: earl grey | classic chai | sencha fukamushi | chamomile Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Espresso - $6.5
Frequently Asked Questions about Cucina Morini
- Is Cucina Morini dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cucina Morini has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops, House Baked Tomato Focaccia and Rosemary Potato Chips.
- What can I eat at Cucina Morini on a dairy-free diet?
- Lamb Chops, House Baked Tomato Focaccia and Rosemary Potato Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cucina Morini have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including House Baked Tomato Focaccia and Rosemary Potato Chips.
- Is Cucina Morini gluten-free?
- 6 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 Morini?
- Roman Salad, at roughly 38.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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