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Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 362 reviews

What User doesn't like about Il Sole Nuova Cucina:
I chose this restaurant for a special occasion, made a reservation days in advance when my date and I arrived we checked in 15 minutes early and was told to get in line that they did not have a table for us. that was very embarrassing to be a first date! silvester and all! instead of waiting in the rain, we went next to carmelita’s kitchen, we sat immediately, eating was wonderful, service was over and above. carmeli... View all feedback. What User likes about Il Sole Nuova Cucina:
a few months ago we discovered il sole and there gedimt 3 times. each time was better than the last and we enjoyed the wonderful food and service, from host to server and busser. Thank you. I look forward to the return! View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 10 reviews

This is one of the best Italian in OC by far. Luigi is the absolute best from the food to the service it’s simply exceptional if you haven’t been there you are...

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Our first visit to this restaurant. My husband and I shared the calamari fritti for an appetizer and it was tender and fried perfectly. Caesar salad was fresh a...

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A few months ago we discovered il sole and there gedimt 3 times. each time was better than the last and we enjoyed the wonderful food and service, from host to...

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If you want to experience italics in orange county, you must try this place for certain. luigi is a cook like no other; authentic eating it into the old land gr...

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They were extremely busy for being open on Christmas, but despite that, the food was fantastic and service was great. It was a bit loud since there was a large...

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Opentable
4.8 ★ from 51 reviews
WayneG
11.01.2024 - 06:56

Good food, good service and attractive ambience what more could you ask for!

Rodenkirkb
11.01.2024 - 06:56

Best Italian restaurant in the area. Everything on the menu is great.

PamelaO
11.01.2024 - 06:56

Wonderful neighborhood gem and the best thin crust pizza. You can take a walk around the RSM Lake after your meal for a nice stroll.

Lorens
11.01.2024 - 06:56

There pasta is always made from scratch. The pizza is the best in Orange County

MichaelP
11.01.2024 - 06:56

Great neighborhood Italian restaurant with friendly service in a great location. The food is very delicious.

Restaurantji
4.2 ★ from 197 reviews
Jb
09.02.2024 - 19:08

The food was delicious. Served hot. I just love the seafood linguine. And the meatballs and spaghetti- such a big portion. Really great! The service was perfect...

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PeggyO
09.02.2024 - 19:08

This was very disappointing. Waited very long to be acknowledged by waiter. Waited even longer btwn courses. Food was sub par at best. Finished calamari before...

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April
09.02.2024 - 19:08

Went twice here. Never disapoints. I love the Fungi Misto pizza. Have tried all the deserts Delicious every single one. The wait staff Is outstanding. Always a...

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Stephanie
09.02.2024 - 19:08

Been here twice now and truly love the food and ambiance! The chef is very knowledgeable about cooking, you can taste it in the food! The dishes served here sta...

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Laura
09.02.2024 - 19:08

This place is so good. Sooooo authentic. Loved the bead and pesto dip appetizers. I loved the chicken parm. It was so good. The best I've ever had!!! The servic...

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