Cucina enoteca Del Mar

About the Business

Specialties

We are a wine shop inside of a restaurant | CUCINA enoteca is an Italian restaurant and wine shop located in Del Mar's Flower Hill Promenade. As a nod to the location's proximity to the polo fields and the nearby Thoroughbred Club, an "ode to the equestrian" is presented with over 400 toy horses strung in a unique staircase installation. Other highlights of the restaurant include a second story open-air deck, open kitchen, bustling communal bar area and intimate glass dining room. CUCINA's contemporary Italian cuisine is prepared with a focus on California seasonality and the bounty of local farms. Combined flavors of Italy with the organic freshness of Southern California is emblematic of CUCINA's from-scratch menus. Standouts include shareable portions of house made pastas, innovative pizzas + cleverly crafted seafood and meat preparations. CUCINA's fresh-forward approach also lends to its extensive beverage program. Seasonal cocktail menus are crafted with an approach that is fresh, precise, balanced and direct, combining simple flavors with sophisticated technique. Many of CUCINA's cocktails are infused or garnished with fruits and herbs from their own gardens. The CUCINA retail wine program allows guests to hand select wines at a retail price, either to enjoy with their meal for a minimal corkage fee or for purchase to-go. The wine list is comprised of many familiar labels as well as rare and small-batch gems, with an emphasis on Italian varietals.

History

Established in 2005.

Tracy Borkum's collection of CUCINA restaurants are known for combining the flavors of Italy with the organic freshness of Southern California. We are wholly committed to sustainable and local farming, organic practices, fair trade, and upholding a dynamic and diverse work environment. Urban Kitchen Group Mission: "to successfully craft the perfect dining trifecta: exceptional food and superior service in imaginatively designed environments."

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Tracy B.

Business Owner

Tracy Borkum's collection of CUCINA restaurants are known for combining the flavors of Italy with the organic freshness of Southern California. We are wholly committed to sustainable and local farming, organic practices, fair trade, and upholding a dynamic and diverse work environment. Urban Kitchen Group Mission: "to successfully craft the perfect dining trifecta: exceptional food and superior service in imaginatively designed environments."