This place can be a bit on the pricey side, but it never disappoints. The food is consistently high quality, and every visit has been a great experience. The flavors are always on point, and you can tell a lot of care goes into the preparation. Even though it's not the cheapest Italian option, the reliability and quality make it worth it. It's one of those places you can count on for a great meal every time. read more

I've been here three times now and each time has been fantastic. I always start out with the patate fritte, it comes with a cream sauce and truffle with little potato balls. It's definitely a crowd pleaser. It's always the best appetizer to order. For my entrée I ordered the rock shrimp pasta, and I was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed it. The only thing that was a negative is that the shrimp was cut up into tiny pieces and it gets lost in the pasta. I would definitely order this pasta dish again, but it's just something to keep in mind. For dessert, we ordered the pistachio ice cream dessert and the tiramisu. The pistachio dessert is the best dessert that they have. I highly recommend you order it. We were a table with four people, and it comes with four pieces so it was perfect. read more

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Luca Osteria simply serves some of the best antipasti dishes in the city. While their pasta dishes are outstanding, and their entres are lovely too the true stars of the show are table staples such as the patata frite (don't skip on the truffle), the tuna crudo, steak tartare, pistachio glazed carrots, and their mushrooms -- just to name a few! Really, anything you order here is 10/10. The menu is so well thought out and the servers take their time to explain each and every dish. The team is so friendly and today our server Andres made our experience 5 stars. Laura was also our server who elevated the entire experience and made us feel at home. Moral of the story, if you're reading this take this as your sign to book your resy and try out Luca! read more

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This restaurant does not need the review, it is known for the outstanding service, delicious food and mixed drinks. I had to leave a review because it is officially my favorite restaurant and Italian food isn't even my favorite type of food. I ordered the filet mignon which was to die for, the truffle pasta and the bolognese short rib. The pistacho dessert was delicious. Go here!!! Worth every penny! read more

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Amazing little Italian restaurant in a very cute area full of restaurants and dessert cafes. The service was great and the food came out quickly and fresh. Everything we ordered was delightful. Do make a note, the pasta here is cooked al dente the traditional Italian way which is more on the hard chewy side. PATE DI MORTADELLA with fig balsamic vinegar and a giant slice of grilled bread - it was so unique and delicious. Creamy pate savory plus sweet, soft and crunchy textures. Definitely my favorite dish. GRILLED WILD MUSHROOMS with Parsley-Miso sauce - nicely charred and smokey. PATATE FRITTE truffled potatoes with parmesean fondue sauce and an egg yolk - has the most interesting texture I've ever had on a potato. Crispy fluffy breading on the outside and soft squishy center. The rich Truffle sauce was decadent. BUCATINI ALL'AMATRICIANA - definitely hearty and lots of salty prosciutto chunks and pasta. The homemade chilli oil was very spicy. SHORT RIB BOLOGNESE PAPPARDELLE - I love how soft the short rib is and it was very flavorful but not overly salty. The thick noodles were great. read more

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Love this place. To start they accommodated a last minute no reservation for 6. Then the service was beyond compare. The recommendations and the diligence were white glove level. Sitting outside in this beautiful setting watching the crowds is perfect for a warm summer evening. But the food was the true star. The steak for the table was perfectly cooked. The pasta dishes were excellent and hearty and filling. You must try the truffled potatoes were sooooo good as well as the tuna caprice. Not one dish disappointed and we had to bring some home. Even the desserts were excellent !!! Will definitely add this to my list. read more

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Spot is in a cute location and lots of other places all around so def walk thru the street and see all this area has to offer. Street is closed so parking is challenging but you just have to walk a bit to get there. We had a reso for outside but opted to sit at bar. The bartenders were attentive offered good suggestions and the cocktails were on point. I had the spritz with the peach in it and the Sicilian sling. Both delish and very refreshing. We ordered the focaccia the stratchetella with the truffle honey and the prosciutto. So yummy and delish and all had wonderful flavor the bread was fresh hot and crunchy and really complemented the items. My bf has the bolognese which was yummy sauce different but very good. We were so full no room for dessert but we will def go back. Chef was visible and seemed involved in day to day operations which was also nice read more

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We made a reservation and we are glad we did- this place is busy! Once seated we had a fantastic service from Alejandro! He gave great recommendations and we ended up with Foccacia, tuna carpaccio, limone pasta, filet mignon, topped off with a delicious panna cotta. Our spritzes were delicious and enough to last us the whole meal while getting us relaxed. Service was fast once we ordered and it was nice to get some time between the apps and mains to celebrate and chat. He was very sweet and gave us a glass of bubbly for our anniversary. The dining was full but it didn't feel crowded. There's a large patio area outside that seemed nice too. We had a nice night! read more

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A fantastic experience all around. There were many things about this menu that excited my wife and I. First of all, a Negroni menu for me and a Spritz menu for her. We tried a couple different drinks- Mulberry Street ($19) was one of my favorites. Great if you like Whiskey and Amaro drinks. Secondly, we're huge fans of olives and Caesar salads; two things that seem to be staples of the menu. The Marinated Olives ($8) were prefect. The Cacio e Pepe Caesar ($19) was well dressed and covered in an impressive cloud of finely shredded parm. The Bucatini All'Amitriciana ($37) was a perfect portion; quite large, rustic strands of bucatini, with an addicting tang from the dried tomato. So good. We sat outside, the weather was perfect, someone was playing music down the block, and we both remarked on how great our server was. The Tomato 'Nduja and Patate Frite looked amazing coming out of the kitchen, so we will definitely be back. read more

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Came on a Saturday night and this place was PACKED. Do not even bother coming here if you don't have reservations- we were on standby for almost an hour waiting to see if someone would cancel or someone would leave at the bar. Alas, we got seated at the bar! We got the focaccia bread as an appetizer and that was the best part. The bread was DEVOURED in less than 10 minutes- crispy, soft, and so flavorful. For our main, we got the caccio de pepe & lemon pasta. The lemon pasta was amazing but the caccio de pepe was too cheesy and creamy for my liking (preference thing I know). I took a star away because no matter how fancy a restaurant is, I'm a firm believer you should be able to modify your meal. I wanted to add protein- they wouldn't do that. I asked for some garnish and they said the chef refuses to do that so we can just put it on the side (so silly)! I was too afraid to ask for red pepper flakes in case the chef refused that too! Server was very kind and upfront about the modifications which I appreciated. He even advocated for me to get some garnish on the side lol. Overall, the food is good (would have been great if I could have made modifications) and inside is really nice but it's just so hectic. read more

Luca Osteria - Focaccia bread - Italian Near Me - Coral Gables, Florida

Love the ambiance at this Italian gem in the Gables. The inside is fairly small, so we were seated outside for dinner. The service was great and our server was very knowledgeable, providing us with great recommendations. We had the halibut, pasta al limone with shrimp and tiramisu for dessert. Lovely meal but the highlight of my night was the Figurati cocktail. What an experience! read more

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Ah, another Italian restaurant. However, Luca Osteria should absolutely be on your radar as one of the best in the city. Located on beautiful Giralda in Downtown Coral Gables, it's the perfect spot to enjoy incredible pasta while people-watching. This is a great place to come with family, friends, or on a date. Ordering a bunch of dishes to share is the move. Everything we tried was excellent, especially the pasta al limone, the short rib bolognese, the grilled wild mushrooms, and the patate fritte. Simple, well-executed, and seriously satisfying. Yum... a place I'd happily return to again and again. read more

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Well worth the wait! It took a while to snag a reservation but as I said, it was so worth it! It was a chilly night, perfect to eat alfresco, but we ate inside as there were two holiday concerts going along Giralda. The restaurant inside was simple and refreshing. The Patate Fritte appetizer was everything I thought it would be. Melt in your mouth delicious as was the mushroom appetizer! Both were devine! As our main entrees, we had the Risotto, Short Rib Bolognese, Yellowtail Caprese, and Bucatini All'Amatriciana. Everything was outstanding. We had a truly delicious meal and can't wait till the sun. moon, and stars align to dine at Luca Osteria again. read more

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Lovely service and yummy Italian! Both the hostess and server thanked me for choosing them to celebrate my birthday dinner. To share, we ordered the Cacio e Pepe Caesar, the delicious focaccia from Sullivan Street Bakery, and the Patate Fritte. All were delicious. Just know the Patate Fritte is heavy, especially if you're ordering a pasta for your main course. For my main, I ordered one of the specials of the night, which was their truffle pappardelle pasta (I am both a sucker for truffles and pappardelle so it was a no-brainer for me, though the pesto pasta was also calling my name). My dad ordered the short rib bolognese, my brother ordered the rock shrimp pasta dish, and my mother ordered the pasta al limone and added shrimp to it. Everyone was pleased with their picks. For dessert, we ordered whatever their pistachio option was and that was amazing - it's a must from the dessert menu. The tiramisu was just ok (I've had better). Overall, this place shines and is worth a visit whenever you're in the mood for good Italian food in the Gables. read more

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ABSOLUTELY RECOMMENDING THIS PLACE!!! Decided to come the day before valentines and the food and the service was amazing! I came to Luca Osteria a few years ago and continued to think about the amazing potatoes. So creamy, great hint of truffle, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The potatoes once again did not disappoint. If you let me, I could just eat bowl after bowl! We also got straciatella as another appetizer and it was super fresh. The manager, who came to take our order when he saw we were ready, asked if we wanted honey on the side and it was the best recommendation. Such a sweet and savory way to add on taste! Now the dinner.... woah! The gnocchi was a special (not typically on the menu) but they should definitely add it. The short rib bolognese was so tasty and full of protein. Everything we ordered including the Hugo spritz (recommended by Gabriel) was amazing. We sat outside and the weather was perfect, wasn't even rowdy given the fact it's in a busy street. Though a little pricy, it's definitely worth coming back and ordering atleast 3 orders of the potatoes ! read more

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Great place! Awesome service, incredible food, and reasonable prices for the quality. Highly recommend this spot!

Wow I can put in words how good this place is!!! I literally haven't finished eating here and I already want to go back. Everything about this places was perfect, order yourself the truffle pasta it was the best!!!! Can't wait till i'm back. read more

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A couple of friends and I stopped by for dinner a recent Saturday, since we were craving pasta and good Italian dishes. I specifically was looking forward to some good Tony Soprano style red sauce, Sunday Gravy kind of bites. Our evening started off great, our waitress was pleasant and educated us on the wine names (the wine list only shows bottled but they do have some wines by the glass). I loved the two glasses of Poggio Nardone Rosso di montalcino that was substituted for the Chianti I wanted. The shared appetizer of straciatella with Sullivan street bread, and truffle honey add on was a perfectly sweet & creamy contrast to the thinly sliced prosciutto. (5/5 on wine and appetizers). Then came our main courses. As I said, in my intro, I was looking for some good red sauce pasta. From the menu, I ordered the short rib bolognese. While the beef in the pasta was hearty and smoky, it was dry in the sense that I am a big fan of red sauce. This plate they don't have any, and I had to order - and likely pay for - an extra service of marinara. To its credit, it did enhance my pasta dish from a 3 to a 4. Still and all , the pasta was a little too close to Al Dente for my taste. Therefore, I am giving it 3/5. I have a well documented, sweet tooth, and ordered for us to share a chocolate and pistachio dessert. One of my friends compared to Italian mochi since the crust was a little hard. We actually had to press some to eat the dish, and while the chocolate was yummy, we barely tasted pistachio (4/5). The restaurant has outside seating, but we decided to sit on the inside, for which reservations are required. The space is really cozy and although they do have some acoustic panels, it can get loud. Thus, with a round up for the company, it remains at a four star. read more

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This is an S tier (God tier) Italian restaurant. Here's our favorites in order: Gnocchi Special: Best we've ever had. Halibut: Perfectly crispy, amazing balsamic tomatoes. Cacio y Pepe: a staple done right. Patate Fritte: the viral appetizer lives up to the hype. Lemon Pasta: really good. Cesar Salad: Very solid, but not our favorite in town. Service was top notch. Ambiance is not too formal with plenty of outdoor seating and bar room. read more

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Chef Giorgio is the mastermind behind Luca Osteria. I love everything he does, from Eating House, Mayfair Grill & to Grape Ape; he never missies. Luca Osteria is beautiful and breathtaking with all their dishes and cocktails. In the heart of Gables, Luca is a top tier Italian restaurant that everyone needs to experience multiple times. The service is phenomenal and everyone is very knowledgeable. During certain holidays they'll offer a fixed menu which I'd always say to take advantage of. Luca has some dishes that'll make you whip out your phone to record the presentation; and I'm referring to their delicious Patate Fritte, where they'll break the yolk and pour it all over the dish; yummy!! Honestly everything on the menu is delicious and there is something for everyone. read more

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My husband and I haven't had a chance to get to the East Coast for the "good pasta and good people" at Luca Osteria in almost a year but we were thrilled to be able to grab a couple seats at the bar when they opened on our anniversary last Saturday. It is such a testament to a well ran restaurant to maintain staff so seeing so many familiar faces was reassuring that they're still as good as we remember. And we were not disappointed!! Last time we came on a week night so our service was a bit more intimate but Juan and Ian at the bar were excellent. Just like last time we made friends with people around us at the bar and even shared the Patate Fritte with a solo-diner. We didn't know but the Patate Fritte has actually gone viral and made the restaurant even more popular--if you can imagine. But the all star standout for me will forever be the Tuna Caprese. Honestly it might be my favorite dish anywhere period (not even exaggerating). Since it was a busy weekend night we got to people watch and admire the staff's seemingly flawless ability to work together. It was ultra special to see the Chef pop out from the kitchen here and there. Did you know Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli participated at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine Festival in 2025?? We didn't either!! He also has a second restaurant a few doors down, the Eating House. Overall, another wonderful experience. There is a reason we drive across the state to eat here. read more

Luca Osteria - Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta and Pistachio Semifreddo - Italian Near Me - Coral Gables, Florida

Luca Osteria in Coral Gables has been one of the tougher reservations to snag lately. After finally dining here, it's easy to see why. The food, the service, and the cozy, unpretentious atmosphere all come together in a way that feels both special and familiar. It's no surprise that Luca has earned its place on The Infatuation's list of Miami's best Italian restaurants, and best places to eat here in general. Helmed by Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli, the space delivers a refined yet relaxed dining experience. It reminds me of the previous iteration of Eating House, but now with a focus on elevated Italian dining. We sat indoors, where the ambiance is warm, inviting, and electric. There's a buzz in the room with how close the tables are together, but it never felt chaotic. The energy was great and everyone was having a good time. The service was warm and friendly, with a team that clearly knows the menu inside and out. Here's what we ordered based on their suggestions: Cocktail: Negroni Sour ($17) - made with Campari, Antica vermouth, Bombay gin, and citrus. This is a refreshing, playful take on the classic Negroni with a citrus-forward taste profile. Balanced, smooth, and still just the right amount of bitter. I'm not a "normal" Negroni guy, but this particular iteration won me over. Appetizer: Patate Fritte ($27) - Truffled potatoes, Parmigiano fonduta, and egg yolk. This is the dish Luca is most known for, and it absolutely lives up to the hype. Rich, creamy, and intensely flavorful, it's indulgent in the best way and worth coming here for on its own. Pastas: Short Rib Bolognese ($39) - My wife's entrée choice. Pappardelle pasta, mortadella butter, nutmeg, and 24-month Parmigiano. The definition of a comfort food, the slow-cooked short rib practically melted into the perfectly al dente pappardelle. The mortadella butter added a silky richness that made the dish unforgettable. Bucatini all'Amatriciana ($37) - My entrée choice. Prosciutto di Parma, semi-dried tomato, and housemade chili oil. This pasta dish was vibrant, spicy, and very savory. The bucatini had the perfect bite, and the heat from the chili oil played beautifully with the sweetness of the tomatoes and the saltiness of the prosciutto. There was a lot going on here, and for the better! Dessert: Anto's Tiramisu ($14) - made with Mascarpone and Marsala. Light, airy, and not overly sweet. We usually judge Italian restaurants by their Tiramisu's, and are happy to report Luca Osteria passed the test here. A perfect finish to our meal. Evidently, Luca Osteria was a hidden gem that's not so hidden anymore. It's growing popularity is completely justified. Despite the hype, it maintains a laid-back charm that makes you want to stay and savor every course. Its dishes, especially the Palate Fritte and pastas, are cooked with precision and soul. It's one of the best dining experiences we've had in Coral Gables and beyond lately. read more

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If you want Amazing Italian on Giralda Ave, this is it! We ordered the focaccia for the table which was so soft. Also the truffle pototos which melted in your mouth. I had to order the chef special which was the truffle pasta and a side Cesar salad. Our server was attentive and anything we needed, he helped us out. It's located in a nice busy foot traffic area with a big interior, but I would have a reservation before hand just in case! read more

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Always a great time at Luca. Came here again after a conference in the area to have some of the best and diverse Negronis with some colleagues. We wound up staying for dinner and shared 2 pastas, the mushroom appetizer and the famous Patate fritte. The grilled wild mushrooms were delicious and enough for the table of 6 to share. The potatoes ate always a fan favorite with great table side presentation. Our server was very helpful and recommended we try the pomodoro w the Calabrian chili and the pasta al limone. Both were fantastic. The lemon was just what we needed to break up some of the heavier flavors from the rest of the meal. We had no room for dessert but thoroughly enjoyed our cocktails. Everyone had a great time and keeps saying they want to come back again next year. read more

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A friend recommended Luca Osteria, and this place rose to the occasion. The caesar salad was one of the best I've ever had and the short rib bolognese was good as well. read more

It's my 4th time at Luca and while there are dishes I LOVE this last time didn't impress me . The two dishes that I dream about are the patatte frite and the lemon pasta ( these are a must) the steak and dessert were just "ok" I ordered the bolognese and it also didn't blow me away I didn't even finish it . The service is always amazing and the ambiance is upscale/relaxed.. also, I had a notice before, but it's very overpriced in my opinion. read more

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This is an honest review. I was so excited to come here and the service I received and experience was so disappointing I'm honestly sad I chose this for my birthday celebration. I mentioned on my reservation which was an issue in and of itself but going on our server was very rude and also seemed to be bothered with any question we had. To not go on a laundry list of the many reasons this was a not pleasurable experience I was sitting at the head of the table for what I said was my birthday multiple time and they put the celebration cake to my friend sitting beside me. I just need to say this was not what I expected for a place I hoped to spend a special day. Very disappointed. read more

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Food super delicious .. I love the fried potatoes with the egg :) so delicious!! Service was pleasant ! I love how everyone was so attentive and nice! The environment seems busy but you get distracted by the food. read more

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This place was just as amazing as I expected. The pasta here is phenomenal. This guy really knows his pasta. We came here for a date night and I dragged my husband out. He was happy I did because he absolutely loved the food. We do love the chef here and well he did not disappoint. That night we had the stracciattela which was great. We also shared the pasta al Simone, the patatas which are a must. We finished off with the tiramisu. My husband was so pleased with the service. Our waiter was funny and kind. I have to say it was a pretty great night. I highly recommend this spot for Italian and for a date night. Great place to take your date to check out some good Italian in miami. I have also heard they have excellent cocktails here but I have yet to try one. That will be my next try FOR SURE! read more

The food is good, and drinks as well, but pricey! You can sit inside or outside. It's amazing at night. On Friday nights during the summer they have live bands playing not associated with the restaurant rather the community. Service is good, but they are strict about ending early to close on time. read more

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Omg this was such a good experience. Food was amazing, service was great and it was full of people so that made it even better read more

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This needs to be your next date night. The ambience is super cute. I love the vibe. The service was spectacular. A lot of dishes were served table side. The potatoes, Stracciatella, and pesto pasta are a must order. The wine list had plenty of good bottles. Really quality food. read more

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I have been wanting to go here for years ! I finally had the chance . It is in coral gables in Giralda. They sat us quickly with a reservation with Resy. I noticed that there were many people eating at the bar as well. The food was spectacular. I haven't been blown away by a good spot in such a long time. Each dish was filled with flavor. Appetizers: Mushrooms, patate fritte- the famous potato balls Mains: I got the pomodoro. It was delicious. The dessert you have to get the pistachio ice cream. Overall a 10/10. Service was great. I am definitely coming back here again ! read more

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Had been craving to come here in so long! Tried the online reservation apps but they said they had no availability so I tried my luck and called and they were super nice to accommodate a party of 4 like in 30min from me calling in a Saturday night. We got to sit outside and although it rained for a bit we didn't get wet and neither it bothered us at all. Plus it is nice to be able to spend some time outside in Miami! We ordered 2 patata fritte (because it's the best dish in the menu!) and a stratiatella with the truffle honey which was sooooo good!!! Then we wanted to try as much as we could so shared the pesto, the short rib and the shrimp pasta; which were all delicious and creamy and they bring a decente portion. read more

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Luca Osteria located in giralda avenue and it's a small restaurant. I recommend to make a reservation as they might mot have tables available otherwise. The wine by the glass is a bit pricey but I did enjoy the suggested made by the waitress. She was super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We went for the local stracciattella with black truffle honey on the side. Every bite was heavenly! The prosciutto was amazing as well. Be aware the paste dishes don't have protein unless you get the short rib bolognese which is delicious. I went for pasta al pomodoro. It hard great flavors. Overall, I had a great experience but I do feel the prices were too high for the quality of food. read more

Luca Osteria - Italian Near Me - Coral Gables, Florida

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Very good food, and the wine list is excellent. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu.

My niece suggested this restaurant for dinner because she said the food was delicious. She was absolutely right! The staff were very nice and accommodating. It was a very rainy night and they were able to let us get a couple seats at the bar. Instead of canceling our outdoor seating reservation. I really appreciate that. To start we got drinks and ordered the Greta which has a nice lemon drop flavor. For our starters we order the local stracciatella with black honey truffle and it was delicious! Perfect toasted bread with the black honey truffle it gives it that added touch light sweetness. We also had the patate fritte and they mixed the yolk for us. It was delicious and so filling so if you order it be careful you don't get full from it. For our main meal we each ordered a different dish. My niece ordered the special which was a gnocchi in brown butter sauce. The gnocchi was thin and light and the sauce was really good not too sweet. I ordered the rock shrimp aglio e olio and that was very tasty and filling. We definitely took home leftovers so we didn't get dessert. I will definitely go back and try out other options and try dessert next time. Overall the service and food are wonderful and I recommend trying them if you're in the area. read more

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Papperdelle was amazing. Service was top notch. Great wine selection and specials to choose from as well. Highly commend Luca Osteria

Luca Osteria never disappoints. Every time I've gone, the food has been consistently excellent--honestly, every dish I've tried has been amazing. You can tell there's real attention to detail in both flavor and presentation. On top of that, the service is just as impressive. The staff is always attentive, friendly, and makes the whole experience feel elevated without being over the top. It's one of those places you can rely on for a great meal every single time. Highly recommend. read more

I wanted to share a brief note following my recent visit to Luca Osteria. The experience at arrival was unexpectedly poor. I was asked to give up my seat at the bar for two people. He said he would make sure he would accommodate me but at the end he simply didn't care. It was concerning the manager's (PJ) handling of it--abrupt, dismissive, and lacking the level of professionalism I would expect from a restaurant of Luca's reputation. At this level, the guest experience should begin at the door. Instead, the interaction created friction before we even sat down, which is difficult to reconcile with the otherwise strong standing of the restaurant. I'm sharing this directly in the spirit of constructive feedback, as this feels like a correctable issue with the right attention and leadership. Best, Amit read more