Cucina 545 - Wayne

Italian, Wine, Fish

Cucina 545

★ 4.1 / 5 (91 reviews)

This restaurant presents a kaleidoscope of dining experiences, ranging from delightful culinary creations to alarming hygiene concerns. While some patrons rave about the delicious food, generous portions, and attentive service, others report significant issues, including long wait times, unpleasant food quality, and unacceptable cleanliness. With highlights like flavorful veal saltimbocca and amicable outdoor seating, it has its supporters. However, the unsettling accounts of insects in food and rude staff cast a long shadow over its reputation. Overall, opinions diverge widely, suggesting that guests should cautiously consider their visit.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Susan

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 91 reviews

Was Emie Auer at Cucina 545 a mag?
My husband and I sat outside, lovely area. We split the grilled octopus special. It was delicious and compared to other restaurants, a very nice sized portion. My husband had a pork tenderloin special. It was moist and delicious. I had the chicken Sorento, from the regular menu. Nice sized portion and very tasty. My husband had a cappuccino and we split a piece of carrot cake. The dessert was $4 just as tasty as at o... View all feedback.

What dinerdissatisfied dislikes about Cucina 545:
This was our second visit to the restaurant. During our first experience, everything was excellent. However, on our second visit, the restaurant was packed with three large parties, and it seemed like the kitchen was overwhelmed. The food was coming out at a very slow pace. One table of five left unhappy, stating they had been sitting for over an hour and had only received bread and water. Unfortunately, our meal was... View all feedback.

Ashley

12.10.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Delicious food and excellent service. Outdoor seating with heaters is a plus. It's also great that you can bring your own drinks. I will definitely be returning!

Moises

12.10.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This is an excellent place to savor a fresh, authentic, and delicious meal. The private patio offers a lovely setting for outdoor dining. My friend and I each ordered salads and homemade pasta, and we both loved our meals. We will certainly be returning. Everything was just perfect!

dinerdissatisfied

12.10.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This was our second visit to the restaurant. During our first experience, everything was excellent. However, on our second visit, the restaurant was packed with three large parties, and it seemed like the kitchen was overwhelmed. The food was coming out at a very slow pace. One table of five left unhappy, stating they had been sitting for over an hour and had only received bread and water. Unfortunately, our meal was overcooked, and my fried calamari was actually burnt.

Susan

25.02.2024

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The food was awful; the wine tasted like low-quality fruit juice, and the pasta was incredibly dry. I am quite disappointed.