Cucina 8 1/2 Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing Cucina 8 1/2, a trendy and upscale Italian cocktail bar located in New York City. Offering delivery, takeout, and outdoor seating, this restaurant has garnered rave reviews from customers for its top-notch food and beverages. The ambiance, with red carpets and high ceilings, sets the stage for a romantic and intimate dining experience. Customers praise the jazz nights, cocktails, and friendly service. The menu includes must-try dishes like whipped ricotta with focaccia, lychee martini, and table-side Caesar salad. Despite some mixed feedback on a few dishes, Cucina 8 1/2 remains a sought-after spot for gatherings with friends, family, or colleagues. Don't miss out on the unique flavors and inviting atmosphere at this classy establishment on W 57th St.
Lunch Antipasti
Insalata Verde Lunch
Romaine, aged ricotta, marcona almonds.
Signature Rosemary Focaccia Lunch
Olive oil, ricotta with hot honey
Insalata Di Castelfranco Lunch
White radicchio, gorgonzola, balsamic, honey-roasted seckel pear.
Degustazione Lunch
San Daniele prosciutto, calabrese salami, caponata, pickled vegetables, olives, parmigiano.
Barbabietole Lunch
Roasted baby beets, seasonal citrus, baby herbs, vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad Lunch
Romaine, crouton, parmesan
Meatballs Lunch
Whipped ricotta, tomato, basil.
Italian Crispy Ribs
Duroc ribs, pepperoncini, fennel pollen
Burrata
Roasted corn puree, stone fruit, focaccia crostini
Rigatoni Pomodoro Lunch
San marzano tomatoes, basil
Spaghetti Al Limone Lunch
Parmigiano reggiano
Ricotta Ravioli Lunch
Organic lolli, honey and fresh cherry tomatoes
Linguini Alle Vongle
Manilla clams, aglio, olio e peperoncino
Shrimp Tortelloni
Cherry tomatoes, preserved lemon, shellfish brodo
Duck Cappelletti
Braised duck, leeks, wild mushrooms
Gnocchi
Spicy 'induja, english peas, mustard greens
Carrot Risotto
Brown butter, pistachio crumble
Lobster Cavatelli Lunch
Preserved tomato, bottarga, lobster broth
Lunch Primi
Lunch Pizza
Margherita Pizza Lunch
Tomato, fior di latte, basil, parmigiano.
Piccante Pizza Lunch
Spicy salami, calabrian chili, fior di latte, tomato
Pesto Pizza Lunch
Basil pesto, fior di latte, ricotta
Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza Lunch
Hot honey, cherry tomatoes, taleggio, caramelized onion, truffle
Tiger Shrimp
Black rice, calabrian chili, sweet peppers conserva
Branzino Lunch
Shaved fennel salad, citrus
Grilled Salmone Lunch
Broccolini, yellow tomato fonduta
/ Burger Lunch
Certified Angus blend, caramelized onion, fontina, roasted tomato.
Caviar Omelet Lunch
Lemon mascarpone, caviar
/ Amish Chicken Lunch
Salsa verde, kale, crispy potato, grilled lemon
Chicken Parmigiano Lunch
Bianco di napoli tomato, basil, fresh mozzarella
Chicken Milanese Lunch
Tuscan potato, arugula.
American Red Snapper
Baby squash, pesto alla trapanese
Braciola Di Maiale (Pork Chop) Lunch
Creamy polenta, cipollini agrodolce
Bistecca E Patatine (NY Strip Steak & Fries)
Herb butter
Pomodoro E Cipolla Omelet Lunch
Tomato, caramelized onions
Mushroom & Spinach Omelet Lunch
Market mushrooms, organic spinach
Lamb Chops
Herb crusted, sorrel & mint pesto, braised greens
Eggplant Parmesan
Bianco di napoli tomato, basil, fresh mozzarella
Prosciutto & Burrata Sandwich Lunch
Sea salt focaccia, basil pesto
Lunch Secondi
Lunch Contorni
Broccolini
Sweet peppers, citrus, colatura di alici
Tuscan Potatoes
peperonata agrolce, cipollini
Market Mushrooms
ricotta salada
Degustazione, Per La Tavola
San Daniele prosciutto, culatello, calabrese salami, caponata, olives, pickled, vegetables, parmigiano
Caviar Service
Classico e non classico condimenti
Signature Rosemary Focaccia
Olive oil, ricotta and hot honey
Italian Crispy Ribs
Durac pork, pepperoncini, fennel pollen
Dinner
Dinner Antipasti
Insalata Verde
Romaine, aged ricotta, marcona almonds
Insalata Di Castelfranco
White radicchio, gorgonzola, balsamic, honey-roasted seckel pear
Zucchini Chips
Cacio e pepe
Meatballs
Whipped ricotta, tomato, basil, crostini
Caesar Salad
Romaine, parmesan, croutons
Barbabietole
Roasted baby beets, citrus, baby herbs, vinaigrette
Polpo Alla Griglia
Grilled octopus, celery hearts, Sicilian oregano
Burrata
Roasted corn puree, stone fruit, focaccia crostini
Hamachi
Blood orange, pickled fennel, citrus basil oil
Salmone
Chive emulsion, lemon oil, crispy shallot
Tuna
Avocado puree, badger flame beets, sesame ccrostini
Crudo
Dinner Primi
Rigatoni Pomodoro
San marzano tomatoes, basil
Linguine Alle Vongole
Manila clams, aglio, spicy vinegar peppers
Ricotta Ravioli
Organic lolli, honey & fresh cherry tomatoes, basil
Spaghetti Al Limone
Parmigiano reggiano
Lobster Cavatelli
Preserved tomato, bottarga, lobster broth
Shrimp Tortelloni
Cherry tomatoes , preserved lemon, shellfish brodo
Gnocchi
Spicy 'nduja, english peas, mustard greens
Duck Cappelletti
Braised duck, leeks, wild mushrooms
Pappardelle
Pancetta, wild mushrooms, porcini crumb
Carrot Risotto
Brown butter, pistachio crumble
Branzino
Shaved fennel salad, citrus, mint
Grilled Salmone
Broccolini, yellow tomato fonduta
Oz Dry Aged NY Strip
Saba, filone panzanella salad
Signature Chicken Parmesan
San marzano tomato, fior di latte mozzarella
Eggplant Parmesan
San marzano tomato, fior di latte mozzarella
/ Amish Chicken
Salsa verde, kale, grilled lemon, crispy potato
Braciola Di Maiale (Double Cut Pork Chop)
White corn polenta, cipopollini agrodolce
American Red Snapper
Baby squash, pesto alla trapanese
Tiger Shrimp
Black rice, calabrian chili, sweet pepper conserva
Lamb Chops
Herb crusted, sorrel & mint pesto, braised greens
Dinner Secondi
Contorni
Tuscan Potatoes
Pepperonata, agrodulce, cippolini
Market Mushrooms
Ricotta salata
Broccolini
Sweet peppers, citrus, colatura di alici
Margherita Pizza
Tomato, mozzarella, basil, parmigiano
Piccante Pizza
Spicy salami, Calabrian chili, mozzarella, ricotta
Pesto Pizza
Basil pesto, mozzarella, ricotta
Prosciutto
Arugula, hot honey, cherry tomato, taleggio, caramelized onion, truffle
Dinner Pizza
Dessert
Orange Olive Oil Cake
Crema chantilly
Chocolate Nutella Cake
Rosemary brittle
Apricot Crostata
Blueberry gelato
Coka Cola
oz can of soda
Diet Coke
oz can of soda
Seagram's Ginger Ale
oz can of soda
Sprite
oz can of soda