Cucinetta - South Yarra

They say good things come in small packages, and Cucinetta is a prime example.

You need to book ahead in this tiny restaurant. It is like eating in a friend's Italian home. Nothing is too much trouble. The service. Is so good you don't want to leave. Good food, good wine list, what's not to love.

This Italian restaurant seats about 30 people. As soon as you walk in , you're greeted with a Buonasera and a smile.There are tables against one wall as well as stools along a bench and bar.The atmosphere is cozy with Italian music playing in the background .Everything is fresh and the menu is written up on the board.My calamari was lovely and tender and the fresh fettuccine with veal ragù was mouth watering . The portions were a good size.We had Campari spritz and a superb glass of Amarone Veneto red wine.The service was relaxed and attentive as it should be.We will definitely be returning.

What an authentic Italian restaurant!!! Excellent food, amazing wine, perfect service, cozy venue. These guys really know what they're doing... lot of passion in every single detail. Highly recommended

It was a cold, drizzly night, but the friendly welcome and warmth inside made it worthwhile venturing out to Cucinetta's for a meal. As others have noted, space is at a premium and even the tables are small, but once the meal is served, the focus quickly turns to the delicious, rustic Italian cuisine presented. For dessert, do try the restaurant's own take on tiramisu and affogato, both superb. Special mention to Omar the waiter who was very attentive and made us feel we were at a friend's home for dinner instead of a restaurant.