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Anthony's Cucina Fresca, Downingtown, PA

Anthony's Cucina Fresca

4.6
4.6
1546 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Welcome to Anthony’s Cucina Fresca, a place to enjoy the heartwarming and authentic flavors of Italian homestyle cooking!

From handmade pastas and aromatic sauces to elegant homemade desserts, the rich and sweet flavors will leave you wanting more.

Each dish is prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients under the direction of Owner and Head Chef Danilo Angelucci. Danilo seeks to touch every customer through the memories and heartwarming flavors from his childhood. Our passion and enthusiasm for fresh food is evident in everything we create. After all, we believe that the Italian tradition of spending time at the table with family and friends while enjoying a delicious meal, is a recipe for a happy life.

We hope you find that here with us. Mangia!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Home cooking
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch and Dinner: Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (610) 873-5544
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Danilo Angelucci
  • Catering
    No party is too big or small for Anthony's Cucina Fresca! We cater to all your needs. From small, intimate gatherings to large parties or get-togethers, our catering services can help make your plans a success. <br /><br />We welcome birthday or holiday parties, corporate events, business meetings as well as office parties.
  • Private party facilities
    Gladly we will host your event, just give us a call to arrange the details

Experiences

  • Weekly Special

    Multiple dates available
    Come and join us for our weekly specials. Every week, we bring you a variety of specials that are sure to delight your taste buds. From delicious appetizers to delectable main courses and heart warming soups. Our specials are crafted with our freshest ingredients. This week we have: *Zuppa Cremosa di Pollo e Patate* *Shrimp Bruschetta alla Putanesca* *Salmon Picatta* *Fettuccine al Pesto e Crema*

Offers

  • Serata Spensierata

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 16:00 - 18:00
    Join us for an evening of relaxation at our Italian-inspired happy hour, 'Aperitivo Allegro.' Delight in a selection of fine wines, delicious appetizers, and great company. Whether you are here to unwind after a long day or to celebrate with friends, our happy hour promises a carefree evening filled with laughter and good vibes. Cin cin!

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What 1,546 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Anthony's Cucina Fresca offers an inviting atmosphere with consistently "amazing food and service." Guests rave about the "homemade pasta" and "delicious cocktails." While some mention occasional slow service, the overall experience remains positive with attentive staff and vibrant ambiance. A neighborhood favorite, Anthony's delights with its "plentiful and delicious" menu offerings.

1,546 Reviews
  1. Kate

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Anthony’s so I knew this is where I wanted to go for my birthday. There was a slight mix up with our reservation because Anthony’s was also hosting a private party upstairs, so we had to wait a bit but the owner was so sweet and worked on getting us seated as quickly as possible. Our favorite thing to order is the Burrata- it is absolutely wonderful. It’s fresh, a nice mix of flavors, and a really large portion. My husband got chicken carbonara and I got the special pasta- Tuscana pasta with chicken. Again- wonderful. Our server, Jackie, was amazing and all of the staff- bus boys, food runners, hostesses etc. are constantly working hard to make sure everyone is attended to. The owners are very kind, welcoming and attentive to their customers. Despite having to wait, it was totally worth it and will be back many times!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We love Anthony’s but the service has just not been good for several visits. The bar is horrible at filling orders - even a simple drink takes 20 minutes or more to receive. Ive gotten into the habit of ordering the drink I want with my entree when I order my first cocktail so that it will be there. There seems to be a lot of employees walking around - many teenagers - but few who really seem to know what they’re doing or have any purpose. Dishes take forever to be cleared from tables. We love the place and hate to see how the service has suffered as its become more popular.

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  3. Christopher

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We've been here before and we like going for special occasions, but this time the service was terrible when you compare it to the other times we've gone. The server kept us waiting anytime we needed something. Our 1st drink order took longer than expected to arrive. Water and bread arrived at a good time, but that wasn't our server's doing, it was the bussing staff. There was a couple right next to us, which had 3 different employees ask them if they wanted more water, condiments, cheese, etc., all in about 5 minutes and they arrived after us. I'm assuming it was the owner, or manager, but he even stopped by to say hello to them real quick. But us? Once our server asked the usual questions she kept her distance. The dessert menu took awhile to arrive as well. I had to ask for a second drink, which didn't arrive until our desserts did as well. We never were told what the specials were for the night either. My wife wasn't able to have a dessert since they swapped out the creme brulee for cheesecake. This place doesn't do ANYTHING gluten free. When I was asked if we were all finished, the server THEN went and got the check. She also took so long to come back for it that my daughter had time to go to the bathroom and come back up. We finally decided to go down with the check ourselves to try and pay. My wife ended up telling him that we were trying to pay and wanted to leave. The food was great and the atmosphere was very nice once they got the heat turned on, but we won't be going back if Kenzy is our server again.

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  4. Jo-Ann

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was nice and hot and the service was great!

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  5. Jo-Ann

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My only complaint was the Calamari wwas supposed to come with olives and peppers and sauces. When we asked for them, we recieved the sauces but never got the olives and peppers that were included on the menu.

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  6. Jeffrey

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress was fantastic. We needed a table on the first floor and they were very accommodating.

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  7. Rebecca

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the food and service at Anthony’s Cucina Fresca are excellent. The salads, veal, eggplant and chicken dishes are favorites. For dessert their homemade gelatos and tiramisu are the perfect end to the meal. The atmosphere is welcoming and stylish and the owners are gracious and innovative.

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  8. Robin

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food, as always, was spectacular. The service, however, was awful. Maybe because we were upstairs?? Hardly saw our waitress at all.

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  9. jess

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! We had the margherita pizza and caesar salad, def loved. I want to come back next time to try the pasta. Recommend eating outside it was so nice and peaceful with the fire, we ate late so traffic wasn’t too loud or busy to be distracting. Highly recommend.

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  10. Debra

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely meal with a friend on the outside patio. Never disappointed with the quality of the food. Our server was very polite and nice. I wish the patio was a little more private as the street noise level can be loud but we still enjoyed it. As we stayed long enough for it to get dark, the fire pit was lit and created a wonderful atmosphere. Very nice experience and wonderful food!

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FAQs

Anthony's Cucina Fresca offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (610) 873-5544.

Anthony's Cucina Fresca is rated 4.6 stars by 1546 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Anthony's Cucina Fresca

78 W. Lancaster Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335

Additional information

  • Area
    Downingtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch and Dinner: Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Home cooking
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Located right next to Rita’s on Route 30 in Downingtown.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Danilo Angelucci
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (610) 873-5544
  • Catering
    No party is too big or small for Anthony's Cucina Fresca! We cater to all your needs. From small, intimate gatherings to large parties or get-togethers, our catering services can help make your plans a success. <br /><br />We welcome birthday or holiday parties, corporate events, business meetings as well as office parties.
  • Private party facilities
    Gladly we will host your event, just give us a call to arrange the details
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