Vino E Cucina

We like to try new restaurants, and we are always looking for gluten-free options, and Vino E Cucina exceeded our expectations, from the wine list to the very tasty food and superb service. We highly recommend it!!!

Do Not judge the food on the bread. Don't bother trying the bread. I'm not certain how they call it bread... I honestly no joke almost told our group to leave if the bread was any indicator of the food to come.. and it was a special occasion so I didn't want to risk it but we had already opened a bottle of wine so I was willing to chance it.. --But the foooood?... The stuffed pasta pouches are AMAZING. Get them. Also the spaghetti, the pesto and Bolognese are great. All pasta al dente perfection with perfect chew and perfect give. Fried artichokes for starters? Yes, the portion could afford two more pieces, please.... but seriously, them there stuffed pouches... I need seconds!

Amazing! The flavors are rich and bold. Hands down one of the best italian dinners I've ever had. The meatballs were seasoned well and the sauce they came in went great with the bread. Overall a must go to whenever a good meal is needed.

We dined at Vino e Cucina for dinner, arriving at 5:30 PM hoping to beat the Saturday crowd—but clearly, many had the same idea. The place was warm, cozy, and quite full, creating a lively yet welcoming atmosphere for our meal. The burrata e prosciutto was absolutely wonderful. The creamy mozzarella paired perfectly with the fresh arugula and Parma prosciutto, making it a standout starter. The scoglio, a seafood pasta with linguine, mussels, clams, calamari, shrimp, and scallops in a lightly spicy tomato sauce, was satisfying and flavorful. However, the bolognese was underwhelming. While the fettuccine noodles were cooked well, the tomato beef ragout lacked depth and complexity. A touch of Worcestershire sauce, soy, or more Italian herbs could have elevated its flavor. For dessert, we had the tiramisu. While it was good, it could have been exceptional with a stronger espresso or coffee flavor and perhaps more rum, as the richness was slightly lacking. The service was attentive, and the overall experience was pleasant. While a couple of dishes could be improved, the restaurant has a lot of potential, and we’re curious to try more items from their menu in the future.

Vino E Cucina has been on my list for sometime since I frequent this street but have never made the time to visit here before. When we walked in they asked if we had a reservation, when we said we did not, we were still seated? So I’m not sure if it’s best to make one just in case but it was a busy weekend night and we were still seated. The food had some highs and mids. Our favorite plate was the stuffed tortellini with mushrooms. It was super savory and creamy and balanced well with the pasta. It was absolutely rich and delicious. We used some of the homemade bread to finish the sauce The calamari was yummy but lacked either more crunch or more zest with a lemon or something, but pretty mid appetizer! The other pasta dish we got with clams was good, but lacked sauce or substance. It was okay! The tiramisu was class and good but sadly I was left disappointed with the cannolis. The mascarpone was too sweet for my liking and the chocolate just added more sweetness. Overall I do want to come back and find those hidden gem dishes such as the tortellini, because if that dish was THAT good I’m sure there are others !

A fantastic Northern Italian restaurant with a great selection of wines and excellent cuisine. Their rotating specials and tasting (essentially, a 3-course dinner) menus keep their offerings varied with every visit. While certainly a bit on the pricey side for the servings offered, the quality of ingredients and preparation make it well worth it - especially if one is craving Northern Italian cuisine. Sadly, no Horse or Rabbit on the menu, so I'll have to get my fill of that next time I visit Milan haha.

We loved this place. Super friendly customers and staff. We felt welcomed and loved the food!

This Italian jewel of a restaurant in Long Beach is constantly evolving with fresh new weekly specials, interesting wine tasting experiences, and a vibrant, easygoing vibe and atmosphere. Highly recommend it!