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Cucina & Co, Brighton, AU-VIC

Cucina & Co

4.8 (275)
$40 and under
Italian
325 New St, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186

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Cucina & Co

4.8
$40 and under
Italian
Brighton

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Cucina&co loves to be known as a pizza restaurant for the family. From toddlers to nonno & nonna come and share wonderful food with us.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–15:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Leonardo Alfieri
  • Private party facilities
    Functions menu available on requests.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Brighton
  • Cross street
    Bay Street and New street
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public transport
    North Brighton Railway Buses
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(275)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Best Service

  • Melbourne

    Italian

  • Bayside

    Best Overall

  • Bayside

    Best Food

  • Bayside

    Best Service

  • Bayside

    Best Ambience

  • Bayside

    Best Value

  • Bayside

    Good for business meals

  • Bayside

    Good for groups

  • Bayside

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Bayside

    Great for fine wines

  • Bayside

    Good for special occasions

  • Bayside

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cucina & Co. offers "perfect" and authentic Italian cuisine, featuring the "best pizza in Melbourne" and delicious ragu. The "fabulous" and "friendly" service creates a homely atmosphere, making it ideal for family gatherings. Expect a "buzzing and busy" vibe with "excellent" and reasonably priced dishes that are consistently enjoyable.
275 Reviews
  1. Meg

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was only our second visit to the restaurant and the food was delicious, fresh, well prepared. The service was excellent. Thank you for your work on making this a great experience

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  2. andrew Gold

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect. Best pizza in Melbourne. Great staff and service😀😀

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  3. Michele

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our local go to Italian. Fabulous pizzas and food. Always excellent friendly service. A great place for a casual meal with family or friends . Always buzzing and busy . Highly recommend

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  4. Suresh

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A very good neighbourly restaurant with a homely feel to it. Food is always good whenever we have visited.

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  5. Deirdre

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fast service, delicious ragu, very nice calamari fritti

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  6. Antonietta

    Melbourne2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! Loved the authentic arancini, the tender calamari with rocket and pizza Ortolana. The service is attentive, friendly and efficient. We were late for our booking because our film ran over the expected time but they accommodated us with a warm welcome which we appreciated.

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  7. andrew Gold

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always beautiful food and service. Best Pizza in Melbourne.

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  8. Franco

    Victoria2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food .... reasonably priced! Professionally friendly staff.....always a pleasure to dine in this establishment!

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  9. Savannah

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been coming to Cucina for over 5 years and genuinely there is no better. Food is always perfect.

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  10. Alistair

    Melbourne24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Italian food as always. Highly recommended!!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–15:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Leonardo Alfieri
  • Private party facilities
    Functions menu available on requests.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Brighton
  • Cross street
    Bay Street and New street
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public transport
    North Brighton Railway Buses
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Cucina & Co presents itself as a family pizza restaurant, and guests repeatedly describe it as family-oriented with generous kids' meals and a welcoming atmosphere for children and grandchildren.

For a relaxed, family-friendly visit head to Cucina & Co for Sunday lunch (they're open midday on Sundays), guests specifically praise the Sunday lunch experience.

Portions at Cucina & Co are often described as generous, guests called shared antipasti and pizzas "ample", the calamari a "generous portion", and kids' meals "generous in size."

Yes, Cucina & Co is a lovely choice for date night: guests describe cozy, warm evenings and several couples celebrated Valentine’s Day or enjoyed a dinner for two with attentive service.

Yes, Cucina & Co has outdoor seating; multiple reviewers mention dining at outside tables and enjoying an outdoor table before it rained.

Cucina & Co feels warm, cosy and family‑friendly, reviewers praise its welcoming neighbourhood vibe, honest Italian hospitality, and even note a back‑right corner that offers extra privacy.

Private dining isn't part of the offering at Cucina & Co, the restaurant's listing notes private parties are not allowed, and guests praise its warm, open, family-style dining room.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothes rather than formalwear.

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Cucina & Co

4.8
$40 and under
Italian
Brighton

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
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