Cucina Lab Torino

The atmosphere was both beautiful and classic. The food was phenomenal--exceptionally fresh, with a delightful variety of flavors from different regions of Italy. The staff was pleasant, polite, and overall fantastic.

I really hate to leave a bad review on a local establishment but I have to be honest-- not worth your money nor your time. My husband and I went out for a really special occasion and splurged on La Cucina and Vino Lab. I commend these owners for putting themselves out there. Some food was too salty, some lacked any taste, pasta was overworked, crackers were stale, and gelato was runny. This is not quite what we had in mind. The decor was trendy and tasteful - it's a shame the food wasn't. We even got significantly up charged for a bottle of wine in La Cucina and laughed that they evidently only paid $29 for it and forgot to take their sticker off. Overall, staff and chefs were nice, not a 7, certainly not a 9, course meal as promised. The chefs did stop by and ask how our dinner was - we were honest. If you want to give it a try - maybe it's worth your $XX per plate. In my book, neither the Vino Lab nor La Cucino Lab are worth it. Over priced and meh food.

In my book, this is currently the best Italian restaurant in metro Detroit. Everything from the ambiance to the food felt like being back in Italy, and my wife's Italian family agreed.Every single thing we tried was delicious and well-plated, but for me, the star of the show was the purple pasta (cabbage?). So yummy and perfectly salty.The wine list was very good, too, and well-priced for a restaurant setting. I did wish that our servers knew a bit more about wine as I asked some questions they couldn't answer, and the owners were busy, but it was fine -- I'm a bit of a wine nerd and just ended up going with an option I knew instead.Overall, fantastic experience and I can't wait to go back!

This was a wonderful experience!! I loved it!! We got the chef's table seating so we could see everything going on and the plating. The staff is amazing! They are incredibly friendly and greet every single person. The chef who owns the restaurant also personally came to talk to my table quite a few times. This is a family business and it really shows because everything they do feels so homey including the food they provided. Every course was delicious and they were very accommodating for dietary restrictions. Overall, I would love to come here again!

The best hidden secret in suburbia. This family run business is a true gem and special as it looks. Quietly situated in Troy at Crooks and 17 mile in a little plaza, you'll see twinkling lights and a patio around the back. Plenty of parking. The ambience is cool and classy. Comfortable and chill. Elisabetta is the owner and head chef. She and her family have created little Italy in Troy. Robert is always our server. He's great. Elisabetta's daughters are always busy behind the bar making limoncello, plating dishes or rolling pasta. Everyone works hard here, but with a smile.The nightly events are clever here. Wednesday is drinks only I think. I have not been that night. Thursday is Appertivo Night and I have been three times. For $45-50 you get a glass of house red or white wine and several courses of appetizers. They accommodate all diets. We have never had a problem getting delicious vegan food here. They also make homemade limoncello (in chocolate, rosemary, lemon) and vermouth. It's all incredible. They will mix cocktails with these libations too. The wine list is hand crafted and thoughtful. Friday and Saturday is dinner only and is pre-fixe. You need reservations due to the size of the space and special dishes created.I can't say enough good things about this establishment. So lucky to have it minutes away!

We love the experience at Vino Lab next door for wine and small plates so we had high hopes for Cucina Lab. Unfortunately, the experience was underwhelming and we will not be back. We ordered a bottle of a wine and a cocktail and it took over 40 minutes to receive them. Our food was coming out before the drinks came and there was no explanation given. Then the drink came out wrong and when asked, we were told they did not have the type of liquor that was ordered. So instead of communicating, they chose another type. Strange. Food was okay and nothing spectacular. For the price, there are many better options around. Then, when the bill came, the deposit amount was not deducted from the bill. Again it was not communicated to us and when we asked, we were told it would be refunded. That is confusing since the reservation email says that the deposit would come off the bill. Three days later and the refund is not on our credit card which then makes me have to call them. She apologized and sent the refund through but I had to call which makes me think it would not have happened as the server said it would. She told me to call back in a week if I do not see the refund on my credit card account. Too much inconvenience for a subpar experience. Overall, it was a disappointing experience and we will not be back. Like I said, there are many nearby restaurants that offer better service and a much better product.

I was really surprised to go to a restaurant that not only had bad food, but also bad service. I'm not sure if it was just an off day because I didn't see many bad reviews. The food was very bland, pasta felt overcooked and just not tasty at all. Charcuterie was nothing impressive. Service was very questionable in that they would just drop the food off and run away before we could even ask them what it was we were eating for this Appertivo special. We also felt very rushed as they kept coming to take our plates, and we had not even eaten half of it. We asked two different times for another glass of red wine and had to finally get up and stand in line to get one. All in all a very bad experience and for $150-not at all worth it!

Wonderful dinner in a cozy, comfortable atmosphere. The drinks were divine and the courses were each a delicate balance of flavors that did not disappoint. We throughly enjoyed our meal and will be back again soon!

Amazing authentic Italian food and open kitchen kind of like a sushi bar. Had the prettiest waitress and the food was incredible. Even you don't like Italian food, they will find something you really enjoy.

When you walk in the aroma is wonderful. Excellent chef. Flavorful food. Give it a try