Marina Setting
Outdoor dining faces Dubai Marina, with evening scenery, music and a relaxed atmosphere.
Cucina Mia Restaurant
Dubai Marina
Cucina Mia is an Italian restaurant in Dubai Marina with marina-side indoor and outdoor seating. Reviews point to handmade-style Italian favourites such as pizza, ravioli and seafood dishes, alongside handmade desserts, while the setting and welcoming service are a major part of the experience.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
692 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Pizza Quality
Several reviews highlight crunchy pizza, including the salmon pizza and a gluten-free Diavola.
Seafood Favourites
The grilled salmon was described as moist and juicy, while seafood pizza was called fresh and crunchy.
Handmade Desserts
The coffee and handmade desserts received praise, especially from a reviewer who is usually picky about sweets.
Warm Welcome
Multiple diners describe friendly, attentive service and helpful menu recommendations.
Large Portions
One review specifically describes the portions as big, making the restaurant useful when you want a substantial meal.
What to Eat at Cucina Mia Restaurant How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Cucina Mia Restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Cucina Mia Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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American breakfast Net +1
“Location great, friendly staff , ordered pancakes but couldn’t eat as it was raw, other meals “American breakfast “ were good. I don’t think I will come again.”
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“Location great, friendly staff , ordered pancakes but couldn’t eat as it was raw, other meals “American breakfast “ were good. I don’t think I will come again.”December 2023
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Asparagus soup Net +1
“since we are vegetarian, we ordered the asparagus soup which was yum, then pasta, and pizza..you can mix and match pizza,like half and half..its 40cm and its good.”
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“since we are vegetarian, we ordered the asparagus soup which was yum, then pasta, and pizza..you can mix and match pizza,like half and half..its 40cm and its good.”December 2020
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Avolicious Net +1
“Food is delicious 👌will go back again for the Pizza burger was yummy +Avolicious, great atmosphere and stuff are really nice and welcoming.”
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“Food is delicious 👌will go back again for the Pizza burger was yummy +Avolicious, great atmosphere and stuff are really nice and welcoming.”September 2023
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Baked salmon Net +1
“it was my first visit, i had the baked salmon and the tagliata. staff were so friendly and atmosphere was so calm. the tagliata wasn't that good, the meat was chewy and i believe tagliata requires parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze on top, which I didn't see. as for the salmon, it was really good, though not a big portion, but was tasty. will definitely order the salmon again and another dish from their menu”
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“it was my first visit, i had the baked salmon and the tagliata. staff were so friendly and atmosphere was so calm. the tagliata wasn't that good, the meat was chewy and i believe tagliata requires parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze on top, which I didn't see. as for the salmon, it was really good, though not a big portion, but was tasty. will definitely order the salmon again and another dish from their menu”August 2023
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Chicken and mushroom pizza Net +1
“Food was amazing and we only came in for a small meal, the chicken and mushroom pizza was delicious.”
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“Food was amazing and we only came in for a small meal, the chicken and mushroom pizza was delicious.”July 2024
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Classic lasagna Net +1
“Very good service from nancy and delicious food, I recommend classic lasagna 😍👍🏻”
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“Very good service from nancy and delicious food, I recommend classic lasagna 😍👍🏻”March 2023
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Dessert Net +1
“I liked the restaurant, I tried the coffee and dessert, it was done well. The desserts are handmade, very tasty. Although I'm picky about sweets, it's delicious here.”
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“I liked the restaurant, I tried the coffee and dessert, it was done well. The desserts are handmade, very tasty. Although I'm picky about sweets, it's delicious here.”January 2024
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Fruiti di mare pizza Net +1
“Chef Derick n koukou fruiti di mare pizza made my evening, deliciously carefully prepared, it was amazing as we all enjoyed our different dishes.”
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“Chef Derick n koukou fruiti di mare pizza made my evening, deliciously carefully prepared, it was amazing as we all enjoyed our different dishes.”July 2024
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Gluten free diavola pizza Net +1
“I tried the gluten free Diavola pizza and it’s so good and light.”
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“I tried the gluten free Diavola pizza and it’s so good and light.”January 2023
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Gnocchi Net +1
“Gnocchi was lovely, very soft and tasty.. definitely recommend !”
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“Gnocchi was lovely, very soft and tasty.. definitely recommend !”August 2023
Honorable mentions (10)
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Grigliata miata Net +1
“We ate the grigliata Miata which was superb, perfectly cooked the Italian way and ended with tiramisu the original Italian sweets compliments of Miss Goldi which was very welcoming.”
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“We ate the grigliata Miata which was superb, perfectly cooked the Italian way and ended with tiramisu the original Italian sweets compliments of Miss Goldi which was very welcoming.”September 2024
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Grilled salmon Net +1
“The grilled salmon was nicely cooked - not over-cooked and dry but moist and juicy.”
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“The grilled salmon was nicely cooked - not over-cooked and dry but moist and juicy.”December 2020
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Lasagna Net +1
“Best Italian food and staff really I like it Salman grill and Risotto seafood and lasagna”
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“Best Italian food and staff really I like it Salman grill and Risotto seafood and lasagna”August 2022
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Pizza burger Net +1
“Food is delicious 👌will go back again for the Pizza burger was yummy +Avolicious, great atmosphere and stuff are really nice and welcoming.”
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“Food is delicious 👌will go back again for the Pizza burger was yummy +Avolicious, great atmosphere and stuff are really nice and welcoming.”September 2023
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Ravioli Net +1
“Amazing place. Loved the ravioli. Must visit. Awesome staff”
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“Amazing place. Loved the ravioli. Must visit. Awesome staff”July 2020
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Risotto seafood Net +1
“Best Italian food and staff really I like it Salman grill and Risotto seafood and lasagna”
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“Best Italian food and staff really I like it Salman grill and Risotto seafood and lasagna”August 2022
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Salman grill Net +1
“Best Italian food and staff really I like it Salman grill and Risotto seafood and lasagna”
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“Best Italian food and staff really I like it Salman grill and Risotto seafood and lasagna”August 2022
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Salmon pizza Net +1
“Most of the dishes (soups, pizza, etc.) were very tasty, especially the salmon pizza.”
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“Most of the dishes (soups, pizza, etc.) were very tasty, especially the salmon pizza.”April 2023
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Seafood pizza Net +1
“The staff members were very helpful and the seafood pizza I ordered tasts fresh, it is crunchy and delicious.”
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“The staff members were very helpful and the seafood pizza I ordered tasts fresh, it is crunchy and delicious.”October 2019
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Tiramisu Net +1
“We ate the grigliata Miata which was superb, perfectly cooked the Italian way and ended with tiramisu the original Italian sweets compliments of Miss Goldi which was very welcoming.”
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“We ate the grigliata Miata which was superb, perfectly cooked the Italian way and ended with tiramisu the original Italian sweets compliments of Miss Goldi which was very welcoming.”September 2024
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Coffee Net +2
“I went there just for coffee and water, but I had a very good experience. The price was normale compared to the standards, the coffe was good and there was a wonderful music, it really cheers you up 😍 the staff is kind and careful.”
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“I went there just for coffee and water, but I had a very good experience. The price was normale compared to the standards, the coffe was good and there was a wonderful music, it really cheers you up 😍 the staff is kind and careful.”April 2022
“I liked the restaurant, I tried the coffee and dessert, it was done well.”January 2024
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Milkshake Net +1
“I asked for the coldest milkshake they can get me in the most fastest way possible...I transcended to nirvana after having that drink...thank you Cucina Mia...”
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“I asked for the coldest milkshake they can get me in the most fastest way possible...I transcended to nirvana after having that drink...thank you Cucina Mia...”October 2022
What to Avoid (7)
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Creme brulee Net −1
“The only exception is the creme brulee which was just plain bad.”
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“The only exception is the creme brulee which was just plain bad.”April 2023
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Italian seafood pasta Net −1
“Tbh it’s a shame to call that pasta an Italian seafood pasta. Where is the sauce. It’s dry Where are the mussels you had on the image? Why is my pizza looking like that? Disappointed and will never order again”
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“Tbh it’s a shame to call that pasta an Italian seafood pasta. Where is the sauce. It’s dry Where are the mussels you had on the image? Why is my pizza looking like that? Disappointed and will never order again”October 2022
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Lasagne Net −1
“The pizza is very good. However, the lasagne was not good.”
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“The pizza is very good. However, the lasagne was not good.”July 2017
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Pancakes Net −1
“Location great, friendly staff , ordered pancakes but couldn’t eat as it was raw, other meals “American breakfast “ were good. I don’t think I will come again.”
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“Location great, friendly staff , ordered pancakes but couldn’t eat as it was raw, other meals “American breakfast “ were good. I don’t think I will come again.”December 2023
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Salmon fillet Net −1
“I’ve just been there 20 minutes ago and asked for the salmon fillet, when it came, I cut into it and it was completely RAW throughout the middle!!! No doubt about it, it was not cooked!”
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“I’ve just been there 20 minutes ago and asked for the salmon fillet, when it came, I cut into it and it was completely RAW throughout the middle!!! No doubt about it, it was not cooked!”June 2024
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Steak Net −1
“The worst ever Italian restaurant- i returned my steak twice. I will not come again”
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“The worst ever Italian restaurant- i returned my steak twice. I will not come again”October 2021
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Tagliata Net −1
“it was my first visit, i had the baked salmon and the tagliata. staff were so friendly and atmosphere was so calm. the tagliata wasn't that good, the meat was chewy and i believe tagliata requires parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze on top, which I didn't see. as for the salmon, it was really good, though not a big portion, but was tasty. will definitely order the salmon again and another dish from their menu”
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Critical review excerpts
“it was my first visit, i had the baked salmon and the tagliata. staff were so friendly and atmosphere was so calm. the tagliata wasn't that good, the meat was chewy and i believe tagliata requires parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze on top, which I didn't see. as for the salmon, it was really good, though not a big portion, but was tasty. will definitely order the salmon again and another dish from their menu”August 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Prefer Dining. For better control over timing and food condition, dine in rather than relying on delivery, which several reviews describe as delayed or cold.
Visit Off-Peak. Allow extra time on busy evenings; one diner reported a 30-minute wait to order and another hour for the meals.
Try Pizza. Pizza is the safest recurring recommendation, with praise for the salmon pizza, seafood pizza and thin, crunchy crust.
Check Doneness. Check salmon and other cooked dishes when they arrive: one reviewer received a fillet that was raw throughout the middle.
Use Offers. Check available dining-app offers before ordering; one reviewer reported paying $15 per person without drinks.
Plan the visit
Practical details
St - Al Nashi
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Delivery Delays
Delivery reviews report waits of up to two hours, cold food, missing items and orders arriving in poor condition.
Order Errors
A simple spaghetti order arrived after 90 minutes and was completely wrong, with no answer after three calls.
Inconsistent Cooking
Reviews include raw salmon, a raw pancake and chewy tagliata, so cooking quality can vary by dish.
Slow Service
Dine-in guests have reported long waits, including 30 minutes to order and another hour for three meals.
Uneven Dishes
Some diners found the pasta dry, the pizza below average or the creme brulee poor despite liking other dishes.
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The Bottom Line
Cucina Mia is an Italian restaurant on the Dubai Marina waterfront, where the setting is almost as important as the food. You can sit indoors or outside, order pizza, pasta, seafood or breakfast, and finish with handmade desserts. The marina view, music and relaxed evening atmosphere make it appealing for a leisurely meal rather than a quick stop.
Pizza is the most dependable theme in the reviews. Diners mention thin, crunchy pizza, salmon pizza, seafood pizza and a gluten-free Diavola pizza. Ravioli, gnocchi, lasagna, grilled salmon and tiramisu also receive positive comments.
The handmade desserts impressed one particularly selective reviewer, while salads and the Caesar dressing were also singled out. Service is often described as warm and attentive, with helpful recommendations and friendly welcomes. Still, the experience is uneven.
Dine-in complaints include slow service, chewy steak and raw pancakes; one salmon arrived completely raw. Delivery is riskier: reviews describe incorrect orders, spills, missing items, two-hour waits and cold food. If you visit, allow extra time during busy periods, check cooked fish before eating, and consider pizza or a well-reviewed dish over an untested option.
One customer reported paying 15$ per person without drinks, though this is an older review rather than a current price guide.