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 +16192392222 https://www.urbankitchengroup.com/cucina-urbana-bankers-hill/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
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
Antipasti
- Tempura Fried Stuffed Squash Blossom - $15.5: goat cheese, pistou, orange blossom honey Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata + Saffron Poached Quince - $18: red kuri squash romesco, cashew, crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Delicata Squash + Farro Salad - $18: radicchio, carrot, orange, whipped goat cheese, salsa verde Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Chopped Salad - $16.5: escarole, radicchio, green bean, cherry tomato, cucumber, provolone, pepperoncini, ceci bean, almond, dill, oregano vinaigrette, rosemary breadcrumb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Crudo - $21: tomato, red onion, bay, caper, olive oil Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Octopus - $22: kohlrabi, red onion, sundried tomato relish, colatura vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burnt Brussels Sprouts - $10: Ivan's hot sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribeye Carpaccio - $21: arugula, shaved parmesan, fried caper, chanterelle aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Carnivore Available at: dinner, lunch
- Giant Meatball - $15: mascarpone polenta, spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Focaccia - $9: cultured herb butter, sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $22: tomato, house made mozzarella, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $23: ricotta, mozzarella, roasted tomato, calabrian chili, hot honey Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom + Goat Cheese Pizza - $23: mozzarella, caramelized onion, truffle oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab + Arugula Pizza - $28: fresh mozzarella, meyer lemon cream, calabrian chili Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soppressata + Fennel Sausage Pizza - $24.5: mozzarella, pepperoncini, red onion, roasted garlic Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Butternut Squash Ravioli - $27: pink lady apple, walnut, sage, parmesan, brown butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Puttanesca Linguine - $27: castelvetrano olive, colatura, caper, calabrian chili, tomato Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bucatini Amatriciana - $23: guanciale, tomato, chili, red onion, pecorino Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Bolognese - $24: veal, pork, ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Wine Short Rib Mafaldine - $28: mushroom, carrot, baby kale, parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roasted Half Chicken Fra Diavolo - $32: mascarpone polenta, charred broccolini, preserved garlic, lemon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Branzino - $42: gigante bean, cherry tomato, fennel, olive relish Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Osso Bucco - $39: mashed potato, braised greens, mint gremolata Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucina Burger - $27: american cheese, red onion, iceberg, balsamic tomato jam, secret sauce, rosemary fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Salt + Pepper Fries - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mascarpone Polenta - $9: extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Limoncello Mousse Tart - $11: lemon curd, graham crust, torched meringue, honey roasted pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Budino - $11: salted caramel, vanilla whip, chocolate crumble, cocoa nib tuile Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $14: marsala caramel, espresso soaked lady finger, whipped mascarpone, crushed hazelnut
- Gelato (2 Scoops) - $9: choice of vanilla, vegan pistachio, or seasonal fruit sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Cucina Chardonnay - $13: Vignalta, Veneto, IT Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Red Sangria - $14: seasonal
- Lavender 75 - $13: gin, lavender, lemon, prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Birra Dolomiti Pilsner - $11: Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lavender Lemonade - $8: house made blend
- Hanks Root Beer - $6.5: small batch, gluten free Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
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