Cucina Italiana · Italian restaurant in Canggu, Bali Come in. Lucio is cooking,
Jessica has your table.
A small family kitchen on Padang Linjong. Lucio cooks every plate the moment you order it, Jessica brings it over and stays a second for your first bite. Welcome. You are part of the family here.
★★★★★ 4.9 on Google · read 406 reviewsIl Cibo · What Lucio cooks
The plate arrives before you expect it, and bigger than you expect.
That first look. The little laugh, the phone that comes out for a picture, the fork that goes in before anyone has finished the sentence. That is the moment Lucio cooks for. Six plates to know by name, cooked the second you order them.
La Porzione · The first bite
Then the first bite. The table goes quiet for a second. Nothing here is weighed, nothing is rushed. Now you know how Lucio’s family eats at home.
Le Foto · Impressions
Ten plates, one evening.
Keep scrolling, the plates move with you.
Il Cuoco · Lucio and Jessica
Not just a restaurant. A place that treats you like family.
I am Lucio. I am Italian, and I stand at the stove for every plate myself. Jessica, my wife, carries it to your table and remembers how you like it by the second visit. Between two pans I come over to see how you are. Most nights I get a smile back. If you arrive late and hungry, the stove stays on. If you are ten, say so: the long table fits, and there is always a solution. Every day, from 11 in the morning to the last plate at 22.30. That is our family, and you are welcome in it.
Il Segreto · The secret
Most of what you taste has probably travelled further than you did.
La ricetta segreta
Five things Lucio does not talk about
- Guancialefor the carbonara. Pork cheek, not bacon, cured the way Rome does it.
- Pecorinoand egg yolk. No cream, ever. The sauce is patience.
- Prosciutto di San Danielesliced at the counter, a minute before it reaches you.
- Bottargafor the vongole. Cured roe, the sea on your fork.
- Vino italianoItalian wines, all from home, chosen to go with the plate. Pick your own, or ask what goes best with your dish.
Nobody talks about it. You will notice with the first bite.
Il Menu · Pasta in Canggu
No pizza. Instead, pasta you will still think about tomorrow.
The whole card, dish for dish, as it lies on your table. Most pasta comes regular or large: large is meant for sharing, or for one very good evening.
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Antipasti
Starters- Burrataveg on request
125 g burrata, mortadella and pistachio. Vegetarian also possible
- Prosciutto Crudo
200 g Simonini prosciutto crudo di San Daniele, served with bread, olive oil and balsamic vinegar
- Tiger Prawn
Crustacean bisque, lemon and cherry tomatoes
- Zuppetta di Cozze
Napoli sauce, basil, garlic and olive oil
- Bruschetta Tricoloreveg
Focaccia bread, cherry tomatoes, capers, red onion, basil, bocconcini and parmesan
- Capreseveg
Bocconcini, beef tomato and basil pesto
- Parmigianaveg
Eggplant, parmesan, mozzarella, Napoli sauce and basil
La Pasta
Main Pasta- Spaghetti Carbonara
Guanciale (pork cheek), pecorino cheese, black pepper and egg yolk
- Squid Ink Linguine
Snapper, prawns, crustacean bisque, cherry tomato, grated lemon and bottarga
- Spaghetti Pescatora
Fish, clams, prawns, mussels, scallops, garlic, crustacean bisque and olive oil
- Spaghetti with Vongole and Bottarga
Clams, bottarga, crustacean bisque, garlic, olive oil, basil and cherry tomatoes
- Pappardelle Bolognese
Beef ragù, tomato sauce and parmesan
- Orecchiette del Prete Ragù
Slow-cooked braised pork with Montepulciano d'Abruzzo wine
Secondi
Main Course- Cotoletta Milanese
Italian pork schnitzel with mixed breadcrumbs, grated lemon, parmesan and parsley, served with salad
- Tomahawk Steak
1.2 to 1.4 kg Black Angus tomahawk MB5, served with roast potatoes and salad
- Parmigianaveg
Eggplant, parmesan, mozzarella cheese, Napoli sauce and basil
- Pollo alla Lucio
Pan-fried chicken with lemon butter wine dressing and roast potatoes
- Fish of the Day
Contorni
Sides- Roast Potatoes
- Insalata Mistaveg
Baby cos, radicchio, Italian dressing and parmesan
- Insalata Catalanavegan
Fresh tomato, red onion, celery, basil, garlic, vinegar and olive oil
Dolci
Dessert- Tiramisùveg
- Affogato al Caffèveg
Vini
Wine- Sensi Collezione Pinot Grigio
White
- Masseria Borgo dei Trulli Vermentino
White
- Calappiano Prosecco
Sparkling
- Sensi Collezione Sangiovese Toscana
Red
- Sensi Collezione Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Red
- Pianerosse Primitivo di Manduria
Red
- Pianerosse Negroamaro
Red
- Extroso Appasimento Negroamaro Primitivo
Red, bottle only
- The Beach House Rosé
Rosé
- Dolce Vita Moscato d’Asti
Sweet sparkling
Birre
Beer- Bintang
330 ml
- Kura Kura
330 ml
- Corona
355 ml
Cocktail
Cocktails- Aperol Spritz
Aperol, soda water and prosecco
- Espresso Martini
Vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso and simple syrup
- Long Island
Vodka, gin, tequila, rum, triple sec, lime juice and coke
- Hawaiian Tea
Vodka, gin, tequila, rum, lime juice, pineapple juice and simple syrup
- Whiskey Smash
Whiskey, mint, lemon juice and simple syrup
- Margarita
Tequila, lemon juice and simple syrup
- Beach Tea
Vodka, gin, tequila, rum, triple sec, lime juice and cranberry juice
- Mojito
Rum, mint, lemon juice, simple syrup and soda water
- Caipiroska
Vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup
- Old Fashioned
Whiskey, brown sugar and orange bitters
- Daiquiri
Rum, lemon juice and simple syrup
Caffetteria
Coffee- Espresso
Single or double
- Americano
- Long Black
- Macchiato
- Cappuccino
Regular or large
- Latte
Regular or large
- Flat White
Regular or large
Tè
Tea- English Breakfast Tea
- Earl Grey Tea
- Green Tea
- Black Tea
- Chamomile
Acqua
Water- Acqua Panna
Still water 500 ml
- San Pellegrino
Sparkling water 500 ml
Succhi Freschi
Fresh Juice- Orange
- Mango
- Watermelon
- Pineapple
- Strawberry
- Mixed Juice
Bibite
Soft Drinks- Coca-Cola
- Coca-Cola Zero
- Sprite
- San Pellegrino Limonata
- San Pellegrino Aranciata Rossa
Buon appetito
Tonight’s specials are on the board, not on this card. Lucio cooks by what came in that morning, so ask Jessica what is on. veg marks the vegetarian plates, and Lucio adapts most others gladly. Current prices on Google Maps.
Keep me a table tonightI Nostri Ospiti · Our guests
What guests keep writing, in their own words.
Read them yourself, then come and write your own.
Our Google reviews- The carbonara is the real one. Egg yolk and guanciale from Italy, no cream, no bacon.Connor, Joel, Chloé and 40 more
- We arrived late and they kept the kitchen open for us.Joel
- Small room, ten of us, every single dish was right. The chef adapted one for our vegetarian.Sadie
- The chef came to the table to see how everything was going.Chloé
- Went with an Italian friend. We both agreed it tastes like Italy.Thaiha
La Sera · The evening
What if the Italian kitchen you were looking for in Canggu was a small, quiet room on Padang Linjong?
Quiet, easy to talk. Most guests write exactly that.
01 · Il fuocoThe fire
You hear the pan before you see it. Garlic, then the bisque, and a plate on your table before your glass is empty.
02 · La famigliaThe family
Maybe you feel like a stranger for the first minute. Then Jessica says your name, Lucio waves from the pass with a big smile, and that minute is over. Welcome to Artista Cucina.
03 · L'indirizzoThe address
Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong No. 55a, Canggu, just 5 minutes from Echo Beach. Every day, 11.00 to 22.30. Look for the cream Vespa out front.
Domande · Questions
Good to know before you come.
Who cooks at Artista Cucina?
Lucio, our Italian chef, cooks every plate himself at Artista Cucina in Canggu. Jessica, his wife, brings it to your table, and on busy nights a small team helps us.
How do I book a table at Artista Cucina in Canggu?
One WhatsApp message to Jessica on +62 815 1010 1410. No form, no deposit, no app. Say how many you are and when, and we keep the table for you. Walk-ins are welcome too, but on busy evenings a message in the afternoon is the safe way.
Where is Artista Cucina, and when is it open?
You find us at Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong No. 55a, Canggu, Bali, just 5 minutes from Echo Beach. We are open every day, 11.00 to 22.30. Look for the cream Vespa out front.
Where do I find real Italian carbonara in Canggu?
At Artista Cucina on Padang Linjong. We cook it the Roman way: egg yolk, pecorino, black pepper and guanciale that comes in from Italy. No cream, no bacon. Guests who grew up with it say it tastes like home.
Is there pizza at Artista Cucina?
No. We are a pasta kitchen. Quality is everything to us, and pizza on top of the pasta would be too much for one stove and one pair of hands. So: no pizza, and pasta you will still think about tomorrow.
Can you cook something that is not on the menu?
Yes. An allergy, vegetarian, a dish you miss from home: tell Jessica when you order, and Lucio adapts the plate or cooks it his way. Most nights we also have a special on the board that never makes it to the card, from whatever came in that morning.
Is there vegetarian or vegan Italian food at Artista Cucina?
Yes. Plates marked veg on the menu are vegetarian, the Insalata Catalana is vegan, and the burrata comes without mortadella on request. For everything else, tell us and we adapt it gladly.
We are a bigger group. Is there a table for a group or a birthday?
Yes. One message to Jessica with the number of guests and the date, and the long table is yours. Say it is a birthday, and we set the table for it before you arrive. Our large pasta portions are made for sharing, so a group can taste half the card between them.
Is it possible to have Lucio cook privately at my home?
Yes. Lucio comes to your villa in Canggu and cooks for you and your guests: a private dinner, a birthday, a family evening at home. Message Jessica on WhatsApp with the date, the number of guests and what you would like to eat, and we plan the evening with you.
Is Artista Cucina a good place for a romantic dinner in Canggu?
A small, quiet room on Padang Linjong, candles on the counter, easy to talk: our guests write exactly that. Tell Jessica it is a special evening, and we set the table for it before you arrive.
Is the tiramisù homemade?
Yes. Lucio makes our tiramisù himself every morning, and dozens of guests mention it in their Google reviews.
Are children welcome at Artista Cucina?
Yes, most welcome. Tell Jessica how many are coming, and we set the table for them before you arrive.
Can I pay by card?
Yes. You can pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB and China UnionPay, credit or debit, and contactless with your phone. Cash is fine too, but you do not need to carry it.
Is there parking for scooters?
Yes, and free of charge. Scooters park right in front of our door on Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong, and there is free street parking as well.
Is there gluten-free food?
Some plates, yes: ask Jessica which ones on the day. Our pasta stays pasta, there is no gluten-free pasta.
Prenota · Reservations
Tonight at Artista? Say when.
A handful of seats, right on the street. Walk in and take your chance, or send one message and Jessica keeps your table. On busy evenings a message in the afternoon is the safe way. Every day, 11.00 to 22.30.
- No form, no deposit, no app. One WhatsApp message, and Jessica answers herself, within minutes during opening hours.
- Tell her the occasion. The table is set for it before you arrive.
- Plans change? One more message is enough.
- Her reply is your confirmation. Then the table is yours.
- Dinner at your villa? Lucio and Jessica cook at home too, for a private evening or a party. Say so in the message.