Cucina

Reviews

• Rocco G.

  star star star star star 7 August 2026

  I found Cucina on a website that I shall remain nameless :P as it had not previously been listed on Yelp. Shocking, I know. I was in town for business and in my previous visits to Derby had struggled to find anything particularity tasty or anywhere offering good value for money. When Cucina came on to my radar I decided to give it a shot.
  
  Although it's situated on what looks like a dodgy back street in the city centre, I would urge you to not let this put you off. The restaurant itself is contemporary, fresh and looks recently refurbished.
  
  We were hungry that evening so decided to go early. Despite the fact we were the first customers in the door we were warmly greeted and made to feel at home. I had a quick perusal of the menu and started salivating instantly.  Cucina isn't your bog standard Italian restaurant, they have some really classy and rustic dishes on offer, and something different to your bog standard Spag Bol effort.
  
  I opted for the pasta e fagioli to start (an orzo pasta and canellini bean soup) followed by the aubergine parcels as a main. Everything just tasted incredible. Really authentic flavours, perfectly seasoned and cooked. I must say, my Italian granny would be struggling to compete with these guys. Incredibly again were the fantastic prices. We paid under £34 for two HUGE Peroni's, 2 starters and 2 mains. Astounding value!
  
  A true diamond in the rough and an essential place to dine if in Derby.  Grazie!