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La Mia Cucina, Pacific Grove, CA

La Mia Cucina

4.8
4.8
1015 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
8:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Stroll along 17th St., between Lighthouse and Laurel and you will find one of the Peninsula’s favorite spots, La Mia Cucina. This little jewel, with its fresh ambiance and tantalizing menu, is popular with everyone. The colorful European advertising posters that enliven the walls, are “originals, not reproductions.” That phrase is accurate in describing La Mia Cucina itself. From the comfortable linen white decor, accented beautifully by those turn-of-the-century posters, to the hand-crafted entrees and desserts, everything about La Mia Cucina says fresh and original. Owner Michael’s specialty, his ravioli dishes, are a renowned local favorite, and for good reason. They are hand made, with all the care that only a lifetime of creative food combining can bring. In addition to pasta, La Mia Cucina is known for it's fresh fish and meat specials. The desserts are made in-house by his wife Paula and daughter Michaela, and the service is personal and inviting.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 373-2416
  • Website
    http://lamiacucinaristorante.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Scanlon
  • Private party facilities
    La Mia Cucina offers a private room for parties up to 40.
  • Location
    208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
  • Neighbourhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross Street
    Lighthouse & Laurel
  • Parking details
    Large, free parking lot in front of restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,015 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Best Service

  • California Central Coast

    Best Value

  • California Central Coast

    Neighbourhood gem

  • California Central Coast

    Italian

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Overall

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Food

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Service

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Ambience

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Value

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Mia Cucina is a charming Italian gem in Pacific Grove, celebrated for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and "phenomenal food." Guests feel like family, thanks to "exceptional service" from owners Paula and Michael. With a delightful menu of fresh, homemade dishes, it's perfect for special occasions or casual dining.

1,015 Reviews

  1. Renee

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second experience at La Mia Cucina. I came fully prepared to have a salad and pasta, but couldn’t resist the sand dabs on the menu, and the minestrone sounded good, so…. Both were delicious, and just what I needed on a foggy night. Loved the garlic mashed potatoes, and I don’t think I’ve ever been served such a huge portion of fish in my life. The focaccia was light and perfect too. And then I treated myself to the Nutella bread pudding - yum! The restaurant itself feels like a warm hug. Lots of families celebrating the holidays. Lots of locals hugging the owners and one another. Just the right amount of attention from the servers. These people know how to run a restaurant, and it shows in every detail.

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  2. Greg

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy our time at La Mia Cucina. The attention to detail is appreciated, the staff and ownership are very attentive and the food is amazing.

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  3. Nancy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My sister and I had a nice dinner with attentive service. Food was quite good in a nice atmosphere.

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  4. Delma

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful dinner at Mia Cucina. We both loved the fresh focaccia and the super flavorful olive oil we dipped into! My pasta primavera with chicken was loaded with fresh veggies and the creamy sauce was not too heavy yet coated the linguini perfectly. My companion’s chicken dish was perfectly cooked and seasoned and he especially enjoyed the orzo. The blood orange sorbet topped off the meal!

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  5. Patricia

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wish we had found this place earlier on our frequent visits to Carmel.

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  6. Mark

    VIP

    Denver

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love everything about this place. Always on my list when visiting

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  7. Maren

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous dining experience! I’ve been aware of this restaurant forever but this was my first visit. The mushroom ravioli was delicious and perfectly seasoned, and the seasonal salad with persimmons and Meyer lemon vinaigrette was perfect. It has a perfect neighborhood restaurant vibe that is hard to find; we will return!

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  8. Robert

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably our Pacific Grove favorite. Always good service and we can count on a good meal, start to finish.

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  9. Kasra

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael, Paula, and their staff are phenomenal! They will make you feel right at home as they offer A+ service with the most unique and tasty Italian dishes (appetizers, entrees, and desserts) along with a plethora of wine options. If you're in the Monterey Peninsula for a visit you must spend one night with them, but make sure to reserve a table ahead of time. They will treat you like family and you won't be disappointed!

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  10. Michelle

    Monterrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and wine every thing is from scratch. Don’t forget to leave room for desert.

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FAQs

La Mia Cucina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-2416.

La Mia Cucina is rated 4.8 stars by 1015 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Mia Cucina

208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lighthouse & Laurel
  • Neighbourhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Large, free parking lot in front of restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Scanlon
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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