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Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

37 New Orleans Road, Orleans Plaza, Hilton Head, SC 29928-4762
843 785 6272
Ranked #7 of 208 restaurants in Hilton Head
4.5 of 5 stars 195 Reviews
Price range: $31 - $50
Cuisines: Italian
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Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Description: Step through our front door to begin your culinary journey through the regions of Italy. Executive Chef Michael Cirafesi has created a menu using only the freshest ingredients for an unforgettable taste adventure featuring homemade gnocchi, succulent veal and a daily selection of fresh fish. Michael Anthony's offers a fine dining experience combining an award-winning wine list, exquisite food and attentive service with the personal touch of a family-owned restaurant. To ensure the best service, Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana kindly requests to include the best phone number to reach you while visiting the island.
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Sandy H
Columbus, Ohio
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012 NEW

Our 2nd eagerly awaited trip to Michael Anthony's was just as fabulous as our first a year ago. We look forward to our 3rd, it's been the highlight of our Hilton Head Vacations. Wonderful service to accompany great food and wine. Keep up the good work. *I will be doing a wonderful review on my travel blog, Traveling Suitcase More

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Misha00
Hilton Head, South Carolina
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17 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012

We are regular's at this restaurant and the food is so consistent and the atmosphere is charming. . You can't beat their early dining menu. It is definitely not for the little ones. The wait staff is very attentive. This is a must if you are looking for some great food. The steaks are sensational. Great wine selection too. More

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dixiedoll
statesboro, ga
Senior Contributor
35 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2012

We had the opportunity to be in Hilton Head for Restaurant Week and went to places we had not gone to in the past for dinner. We can not wait to go back to Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana. The food was as good as I have ever eaten. The presentation was beautiful(this to me can make or break the meal).... More

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SCHHLady
Bluffton, South Carolina
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2012

From pasta to veal to seafood and dessert, everything is great and won't disappoint. Chef Michael runs cooking classes every week, they are fun, interesting and easy recipes -- go if you can! More

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Bella718
Hilton Head, South Carolina
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17 reviews
2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012

i had salmon it was very good. the wine list is not up to par if you are charging such high plate prices. More

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vacationsusaworld123
New York, New York
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20 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2012

The food is delicious, and the chef will even make custom dishes. The staff is great, and the ambiance is spectacular. YOU HAVE TO TRY IT! More

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2tsquared
Nashville, TN
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16 reviews
15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2012

As new residents of the HH/Bluffton area, we continue to explore restaurants in the local area. Our recent goal was to find a really good, locally owned Italian restaurant. Michael Anthony's certainly delivered, and even exceeded, our expectations. Arriving fairly early (6 pm), without a reservation, we were warmly greeted and given a choice of 3 different tables (but, as... More

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bjx25
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Senior Contributor
37 reviews
13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

the early bird is very good value and the wine flights worthwhile allowing you to try 3 different wines to accompany your meal. Non early bird dining tends to be pricey but good More

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yellowjacket6
Atlanta
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2012

One of the best meals due to creative food, excellently prepared and presented. The service was also great. Seated at upstairs with three servers - attentive but not intrusive. Very knowledgeable about wine and well schooled on food and prep. HAve been here in the past but this meal was the tops. Veal medallion with barolo wine reduction topped with... More

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tamelamaxim
Bluffton, South Carolina
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

We have returned there several times. The menue offers a variety for guests that may want to complete their meal in 2 courses or go the full gastronomic experience. Our waiters are consistently freindly,and professional with extensive knowledge of the menue and wine list. The 2003 Zenato Amarone remains a favorite with us. The pasta is fresh and the rich... More

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