La Vecchia Cucina

4.5(529)

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Location & Hours

Address

2654 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
Santa Monica, CA 90405
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 5:00 PM

Monday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Tuesday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Wednesday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Thursday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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Contact Information

(310) 399-7979

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About La Vecchia Cucina

Classic Italian cuisine, including a variety of pastas & pizzas, served in a bustling dining room.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 16, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 529 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Megan Slagter

2 months ago

Delicious pasta, so many options and they all sounded tasty. Our waiter was super nice and helped us picked our dishes and the dessert was amazing!

Perry Kalmus

8 months ago

Love love love love love this place. Food is delicious and fairly priced and the bread in the garlic oil is INSAAAAANE. And they are old school with a proper Maitre D. Scott is the man. Right in the h...

Sandy Asad

2 years ago

Magnificent!!! My daughter and I were visiting the area and previewed the menu- we didn’t have high expectations because so many restaurants boast “authentic Italian cuisine.” The food we consumed r...

Cezary Markuszewski

3 weeks ago

An outstanding level of Italian cuisine! From the ingredients, to the bread and olive oil, and all the way to the dishes—everything impressed with its richness of flavor, authenticity, and freshness. ...

SJ Childs

a week ago

I am from out of town but often lucky enough to stop in for a meal. Mike is an attentive, gracious and amusing server. And every item I’ve ordered has been delicious.

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers consistently report a magnificent and outstanding dining experience, particularly praising the authenticity and deliciousness of the Italian cuisine. The restaurant is highly recommended, with many customers willing to travel to dine there.

Customer Favorites

Standout items include the pasta dishes, which are praised for their variety and flavor, and the bread served with garlic oil, described as "insane" and "divine." Dessert is also consistently mentioned as amazing.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant offers a pleasant ambiance, including outdoor seating (with heaters), though some recommend bringing warm clothing for cooler evenings. Service is consistently praised, with staff described as attentive, gracious, amusing, super nice, and super kind. Some customers also highlighted the presence of a Maitre D.

Value & Quality

The food is described as fairly priced with handsome portion sizes. The freshness, flavor, and overall quality of the ingredients are consistently highlighted, with pasta being perfectly prepared and dishes served piping hot.

Areas for Improvement

A single review mentions a desire for "true porcini mushrooms," suggesting an opportunity to potentially enhance the menu with this ingredient. Customers suggest making reservations, as the restaurant gets busy.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews continue to emphasize the high quality of the food and the excellent service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is La Vecchia Cucina located?

La Vecchia Cucina is located at 2654 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA.

What is the price range at La Vecchia Cucina?

La Vecchia Cucina is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for La Vecchia Cucina?

The listed hours for La Vecchia Cucina are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact La Vecchia Cucina?

Call La Vecchia Cucina at (310) 399-7979. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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