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Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

37 New Orleans Rd, Ste L, Hilton Head, SC 29928-4762
843-785-6272
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Ranked #4 of 250 restaurants in Hilton Head
Price range: RM93 - RM151
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Description: Truly a family affair in the tradition of old world Italian eateries, Hilton Head Island residents Tony and Becky Fazzini, along with their niece Jill Boyd, opened Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana in January of 2002. Now celebrating their 12th year in business, Michael Anthony’s was recognized in 2010 by Open Table diners as one of the "Top 50 Italian Restaurants" in the United States! The Fazzini family, originally from the Philadelphia area, longed for the quaint authentic Italian eateries found in the Italian neighborhoods around the Philadelphia area which were modeled after the trattorias of the small towns of Italy. It was a desire to offer this fine cuisine, paired with some of the best wines in the world, in a more contemporary upscale environment that launched what is now recognized as one of the finest restaurants in the region. Along with their professional and attentive staff, Michael Anthony’s will provide a dining experience you will long remember!
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Westborough, MA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

After being turned away by "Vine," the staff at Michael Anthony's gave us a warm Southern welcome. Our kids weren't thrilled by the haute Italian cuisine, but the chef happily created some off-menu items, which proved to be big hits. The pasta dishes were bursting with flavor and freshness. And the staff -- from maitre'd to bus boy to server... More

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Kingwood, Texas
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28 restaurant reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Great cooking and wine events. And... A wonderful Italian restaurant . The deli style back room grocery/ speciality show is a nice bonus too.

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Hilton Head Island
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Fantastic atmosphere, excellent food and a great staff. This place is on the list I recommend to everyone.

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See 5 more reviews by CaptainSkinny for Hilton Head
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We went here after a recommendation from our friends. This ways by far the best Italian restaurant we have ever been to and the best restaurant we have eaten at on the Island. The food was incredible, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was upscale. We are definitely telling all our friends about Michael Anthony's and... More

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Virginia
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36 reviews 36 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Have had so many recommendations to try this restaurant we expected much better. I really want to give an even lower rating, but feel like our experience was mostly just a combination of circumstances that could be easily corrected by management tweaking a few things. Having said that, there are so many good restaurants on Hilton Head we won't waste... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

Looking for an "early-bird" special or a place to go in your grubby beach clothes? Look elsewhere. Willing to spend a few bucks for gourmet food and excellent service? This is the place.

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cambridgeshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

On recommendation of a resident it was easily the best experience of dining on our trip. The service was impeccable, food superb. Reservations a must!

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Asheville, North Carolina
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Enjoyed a wonderful dinner last night at this fine restaurant. Lovely refined atmosphere, very knowledgable server who assisted us with our selections from the excellent early bird menu. Very good value for the money! We especially were pleased with the tiramisu dessert, one of the best we have ever had in extensive travels. We would gladly return for the early... More

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Mantua, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Perfect portions, great service, and dessert was to die for. A little pricey ($166 for 4 people with drinks and desserts), but best meal we have had on the island so far!

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Gainesville, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Excellent food and service. A little too expensive though for what you get ($80 pp). We would go again, however, for a special occasion

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