Due Cucina – Italian
This vibrant pasta house hums with the energy of an open kitchen, where the comforting aroma of simmering ragù and fresh basil invites guests into a modern, light-filled space. Diners indulge in bowls of silky pasta tossed with decadent white truffle oil or tender short rib ragù, while golden layers of classic lasagna and eggplant parmigiana provide a soulful, hand-crafted escape. It is a contemporary celebration of Italian comfort, where the art of the noodle is elevated through bold, authentic flavors and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
1201 Northeast 65th Street, Seattle WA 98115 https://duecucina.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, vegan, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, heart-healthy, plant-based, diabetic, whole30, paleo, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the mouth-watering dishes and satisfying portions, frequently noting that the menu offers a truly memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the professional and knowledgeable service that enhances the meal, while the inviting atmosphere creates a warm and welcoming setting for any occasion.
Menu
- Polpette Pasta - $14.5: Tender, house-made beef meatballs, seasoned with onion, garlic, thyme, and a hint of nutmeg, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce and finished with Parmigiano Reggiano 24-months. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mushroom & White Truffle Oil - $13.9: Shiitake and cremini mushrooms, white Italian truffle oil, cream, finished with pecorino romano and dill olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Short Ribs Ragu' - $14.9: Painted Hills short ribs slowly braised in Chianti wine and tomato sauce, topped with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Traditional Bolognese Ragù - $14.7: Painted Hills Natural Beef, Carlton Farm Artisan Pork meat slowly simmered in tomato sauce and topped with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pomodoro - $10.9: Plum tomatoes sauce, baby spinach, topped with Sardinian salted ricotta. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Carbonara - $13.7: Eggs, pecorino romano, guanciale (cured pork-cheek) and black pepper.
- Basil Pesto - $13.9: Fresh basil blended with Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, pine nuts, walnuts, almonds, garlic and extra virgin olive oil, finished with slow-roasted cherry tomatoes.
- Smoked Salmon - $13.9: Smoked salmon, creme fraiche, spinach, topped with pine nuts and capers. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Lasagna alla Bolognese - $14.9: Traditional bolognese sauce and homemade bechamel layered in egg dough pasta, baked in the oven. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $11.9: Fried eggplants with tomato sauce, caciocavallo and parmigiano cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Ravioli Burro & Salvia - $13.9: Ravioli filled with creamy ricotta and fresh spinach, tossed in a butter and sage sauce and topped with Parmigiano Reggiano. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Campagna - $12.9: Turkey breast with sundried tomato spread, Pecorino Toscano, and basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Mortadella - $13.9: Mortadella paired with burrata, pistachio, and lemon. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Mediterranea - $11.9: Marinated grilled eggplants, olive tapenade, sundried tomatoes, and baby spinach. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Toscana - $13.5: Fennel salame, olive tapenade, Pecorino Toscano, and truffle oil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Porchetta - $12.9: Slow-roasted porchetta (pork belly) seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and fennel, layered with marinated eggplants and basil pesto. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Sugar-Free
- Burrata Salad - $11.9: Crisp greens with creamy burrata, roasted tomatoes, pine nuts, and basil pesto. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Mediterranea Salad - $10.9: Mix of greens, sundried tomatoes, marinated eggplants, olives, capers, and radish. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Polpette Al Sugo - $6.7: Four tender, house-made beef meatballs in rich tomato sauce with Parmigiano Reggiano. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Suppli Al Telefono - $3.7: Crispy Roman rice croquettes filled with creamy risotto and gooey caciocavallo cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Side Salad - $3.4: Mixed greens, Taggiasca olives, salted ricotta, and balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Cannolo Siciliano - $4.5: Crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta and chocolate chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $7.9: Ladyfinger soaked in espresso and marsala liquor layered between mascarpone egg cream and chocolate chunks.
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Water - $2.9
- Limonata San Pellegrino - $2.9
- Aperol / Campari Spritz - $9.9: Aperol or Campari, Prosecco and Club Soda.
- Negroni - $10.9: Gin, Sweet Red Vermouth and Campari.
- Barbera By The Glass - $8: Dry, medium-bodied red from Piedmont.
- Pinot Grigio By The Glass - $8: Light-bodied, dry and crisp white from Veneto.
- Prosecco By The Glass - $9: Dry sparkling white wine from Veneto.
- Peroni Lager Bottle - $3.9