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Nello Cucina
(Now Closed)Italian Restaurant, Wine Bar, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa
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JulieOctober 12, 2013Don't let the location in a mall by the little carousel and Ruby's Diner scare you away! This isn't mall-talian. It's light, flavorful, with great service. Fantastic place for a shopping break!
Travel Costa MesaAugust 7, 2013This South Coast Plaza bistro is great for people watching & authentic Italian dining. Special prix fixe menus for #CMRW. Lunch $15/Dinner $30. See the menu: Read more
Marshall SenkarikApril 12, 2011I decided where to eat lunch today based on who was offering Foursquare discounts. - Nello got my business. Make sure to ask for the Olive oil with your bread - very much worth it.
Valeria Daza MorelliJuly 13, 2014Amazing food and amazing service! Absolutely loved it. It's like being in Italy for a little while.
Try the Swordfish - Grilled swordfish, heart of palm, tomato, cucumber, roasted corn, green onion, sherry vinaigrette- Try the Grilled Swordfish, Pesto, Sun dried tomatoes - Love the pesto, sun dried tomato sauce!
- Try the filet mignon & jumbo shrimp - Filet, shitake mushrooms,Shrimp, asparagus & roasted potatoes
- Try the Ravioli Di Zucca - Ravioli filled with Sweet Butternut Squash, Browned Butter & Sage. #delicious
Best Italian food in the mall and they will customize your order. A real Italian eatery:)))
- Try the Rigatini Al Piacere - #GlutenFree pasta, pesto, chicken. So good!
- Try the Mozzarella Caprese - Fresh Mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, oregano & E.V.O.O.
Leo LMay 7, 2011I have yet to find a dish that I disliked. The best Italian food that I have ever had.
Spicy penne pasta and salad for $5 if you're a mall employee!- Try the Costata Di Maile - Grilled Pork Chop, caramelized onions, balsamic reduction
- Try the Risotto - Chicken, asparagus, mushroom & parmesan
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Nello Cucina
3333 Bear St (in South Coast Plaza Crystal Court)
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
United States
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
United States
Nello Cucina is a classic Italian trattoria, located in the atrium of Crystal Court at South Coast Plaza.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–7:00 PM
(714) 540-3365
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Drinks
Wine, Cocktails
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- 8.3
"Lunch specials are unbeatable and they are served all week long. Meatballs w/melted cheese, garlic bread, & salad for $5. Big portions, great food, fast service!"
Giddy Girlie Dot-Com - 8.6
"Get the cappuccino with Italian espresso and a side of fabulous gealto...take a date."
Gill Marks - 8.5
"Everything here is amazing. Fresh Pasta’s, pizza; appetizers: wine. Chef Linda takes good care of it all & ger cystomers. A kick too. Great Italian Rest, Mkt & Bakery. A big thumbs!👍"
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- 9.1
"A Very beautiful shopping mall in O.C the atmosphere is great and is really beautiful during the holidays! And of course the brands are great."
Tina M - 7.8
"Order online and pick up in the store. Pass the line waiting to get in and First Class treatment. Easy breezy, in and out!"
Rebecca Albers - 7.6
"Coking classes are fun!"
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