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I Cugini


4.0 of 5 stars 35 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Italian, Seafood
  • Neighborhood: West
  • 1501 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  • (310) 451-4595
  • Average price: € 28 ($ 40)

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4 of 5 stars
happytrails73   1 contribution
chicago
Nov 28, 2009

The menu was varied enough for all to find a dinner. Nice childrens menu. Very friendly and knowledgeable service from our waiter. He was able to assist in wine selection and was very attentive. Portion size on dinner entree was more than I expected. We enjoyed the variety of bread and the olive tempanade. more

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4 of 5 stars
suzygolf   1 contribution
Los Angeles
Nov 20, 2009

We enjoyed a very nice dinner prior to Cirque du Soleil. In the relaxed atmosphere and not rushed service, we enjoyed a great fresh salomon entree. We knew what to expect because we had dined here before. more

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5 of 5 stars
SunnyInCleveland   128 contributions
Tucson, Arizona
Oct 27, 2009

We came here for dinner for my husband's birthday. Sat on the patio with my infant and watched the sun set. They have high chairs and crayons/coloring sets if needed. Had the polenta skillet with fontina cheese - yum! One of the whole fishes cooked in rock salt - sooooooo good. It was moist, they deboned and fileted it for... more

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5 of 5 stars
brendabutterfly   2 contributions
Los Angeles
Oct 15, 2009

A great experience. Our waiter was fun, friendly and attentive. The music set the scene along with great food selections. more

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1 of 5 stars
sseeg   1 contribution
california
Aug 10, 2009

Will never go there again. The food was bad and very grease. more

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3 of 5 stars
sun010   121 contributions
Gavle, Sweden
Jun 26, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Had Fritto Misto for a starter, good size and taste. Our various pasta dishes were all ok, about average. Liked the decoration and the open kitchen where you could see all the chefs at work. more

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4 of 5 stars
allertstar   11 contributions
Santa Monica
Feb 4, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

If you are looking for a place to have a romantic dinner: I Cugini is definitely the place to go if you are in Santa Monica. The restaurant staff is very helpful and friendly. The soft italian music that they play is very nice and the water fountains are plus. The portions of the food are very fulfilling and tasty,... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jul 18, 2008

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5 of 5 stars
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Jul 4, 2008

Great choice if in the mood for Italian. more

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3 of 5 stars
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Jun 8, 2008

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I Cugini Address

1501 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Tel: (310) 451-4595
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.