Cucina Urbana – Italian
Cucina Urbana hums with a chic, communal energy where the rustic charm of an Italian farmhouse meets the sophisticated pulse of the city. The kitchen transforms seasonal treasures into vibrant art, layering the delicate crunch of tempura-fried squash blossoms against the creamy richness of burrata brightened by saffron-poached quince. From the smoky char of grilled octopus to the comforting aroma of roasted garlic focaccia, every dish invites guests to linger over a modern feast that celebrates bold flavors and artisanal craft.
505, Laurel Street, San Diego, CA, 92101 +161923922220Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Hours
- Monday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
- Tempura Fried Stuffed Squash Blossom - 15.5
- Burrata + Saffron Poached Quince - 18
- Roasted Delicata Squash + Farro Salad - 18
- Italian Chopped Salad - 16.5
- Hamachi Crudo - 21
- Grilled Octopus - 22
- Burnt Brussels Sprouts - 10
- Ribeye Carpaccio - 21
- Giant Meatball - 15
- Roasted Garlic Focaccia - 9
- Margherita Pizza - 22
- Pepperoni Pizza - 23
- Mushroom + Goat Cheese Pizza - 23
- Crab + Arugula Pizza - 28
- Soppressata + Fennel Sausage Pizza - 24.5
- Butternut Squash Ravioli - 27
- Shrimp Puttanesca Linguine - 27
- Bucatini Amatriciana - 23
- Rigatoni Bolognese - 24
- Red Wine Short Rib Mafaldine - 28
- Roasted Half Chicken Fra Diavolo - 32
- Whole Branzino - 42
- Lamb Osso Bucco - 39
- Cucina Burger - 27
- Salt + Pepper Fries - 10
- Mascarpone Polenta - 9
- Limoncello Mousse Tart - 11
- Chocolate Budino - 11
- Tiramisu - 14
- Gelato (2 Scoops) - 9
- Cucina Chardonnay - 13
- Red Sangria - 14
- Lavender 75 - 13
- Birra Dolomiti Pilsner - 11
- Lavender Lemonade - 8
- Hanks Root Beer - 6.5