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    Lucali

    3.9 (942 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    LUCALI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Spicey pasta
    Revati B.

    This one of my husbands and I favorite restaurants. It is super consistent. Every visit has been spot on. I usually avoid ordering pasta, it's just not my thing but their spicey 3 cheese fusili is killer! We love the pepperoni pie with onion. Sometimes we'll let the server pick our toppings just to experiment. Their Kale Caesar is delicious as well. Highly recommend the Mozzarella sticks. See cheese pull featured on photos. What's really neat is that this a NY based restaurant that people usually wait in line to try and get it but here on the beach we've never waiting more then 10-15min to be seated. Service overall is timed well. We never wait to be attended to and food always come out hot. Atmosphere is relaxed and not pretentious at all. Family friendly for sure and there are booths for small parties of 5-6. We love it there.

    Sauce Side
    Adam B.

    A very local vibe, far from the main visitor areas. It was buzzing, even late on a school night. While the pizza menu is somewhat straightforward, they do have a lot of yummy starters to choose from. Baked Clams: This felt like old school Italian-American luxury. Clams jazzed up with buttery breadcrumbs and herbs. Every bite had a nice contrast of chewy clam and crunchy topping. I especially liked trying to scoop up some of the juices on the platter before eating the clam. Pepperoni Chips : Instead of getting pepperoni on the pizza, I decided to get it as a side. Crispy and delicious, like those prime pepperonis that cup upwards on a pizza, except a whole plate of it. There was some honey to dip in, but I didn't need it. Plain Pie: Had to try their famous pie, unblemished by toppings. Really loved the very tomato-y tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella. The covered part of the pizza was a little floppy while the uncovered crust was dry and shattered upon biting. They seemed to have an odd amount of crust and on Yelp I've seen several photos of people eating the yummy middle but leaving the crust. Not wanting to waste it, I ordered a side of sauce. Sauce Side: I was expecting a little dipping ramekin, but it turned out to be like a bowl of soup size. This is perfect for moistening and livening up all that extra crust. All of a sudden leftover crust became delicious breadsticks.

    The dining room just before the lunch rush.
    Brian P.

    Can you take an NYC legendary mainstay, and transport it to Miami Beach? No way! It turns out, you can! Pizza, pasta, cocktails, brick oven, great staff. It's all here. Even a kids' menu for picky eaters. Indoor or outdoor dining. This is more of an "I can't adequately explain it" type of place. Pretty poor for a reviewer, I admit; however, in town three days...went here three times. Downsides: pricy, but it's Miami Beach. And, be forewarned, pasta dishes come out well before your fresh made pizza (yes, dough rolled with a wine bottle). So, either ask that the dinners come out with the pie, or order pepperoni chips, and don't be a pain. Eat up!

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    Monica C.

    Maybe the best place for Pizza in Florida. For sure the best in Miami. You decide your tops on the pizza. For me the magic is a mix of prosciutto and arugula. The lemonade is homemade and that for me is big times happiness.we are celebrating my grandson's birthday, what a new Yorker way to celebrate in Miami, thanks cousin Mark!

    Ale A.

    We hadn't been to Lucali in a couple of years, and I have to say -- the food and service are still just as amazing as the first time we tried it. One thing I'd love to see improved: some of their best dishes aren't listed on the actual menu, even though you can find them online. I really think Lucali should consider adding them officially, or at least have the servers mention them -- they're too good to be kept a secret! We ordered the fried ravioli with vodka sauce, and WOW -- whoever came up with that combo deserves a pat on the back. Absolutely incredible. The Kale Caesar salad was also a hit. It had the perfect balance of bitterness and saltiness, and the croutons were next level -- crunchy, flavorful, and clearly homemade. We also had the chicken wings, which were another highlight. They tasted like a perfect blend of BBQ and hot sauce, with a little drizzle of ranch on top and a bit of char that added extra depth. So good. Finally, we tried the clams (also not on the menu), and they were unbelievably fresh and decadent. Lucali continues to be a solid go-to for us -- consistent, flavorful, and always memorable. Just a little more transparency on those hidden menu gems, and it would be a 10/10!

    Orlando R.

    I will forever and always love and eat PIZZA! I make a point to try every new spot that comes my way in Miami and without a doubt there hasn't and will never be another place like lucali. The quality of ingredients, the attention to detail and the service just match the atmosphere they try to put out. The pizza here will change your life so make sure to take someone special or make a special occasion of it. 10/10

    Sara G.

    Sat at the bar and pizza and wine were great! The place was packed! We will return next time we go down there.

    Pepperoni pizza
    Mia M.

    We were seated within 5-10 minutes and ordered the kale caesar salad, all beef pepperoni chips served with honey were crispy and delicious. We ordered a margarita classic, 1 plain pie with olives, artichokes and pepperoni, a pappardelle bolognese and a side of veggies that included mushrooms, onions and red peppers. We also ordered a chicken Parmesan. Don't forget to order a side of hot honey to dip your pepperoni chips! The vibe is cool and a bit dark for dinner and the music plays while it's packed so you may have to sit close.

    Pizza with onions and Red Peppers
    Dimpie S.

    Highly disappointed. I wish I read and trusted the reviews from people from NYC or outside of Miami. This is truly not NYC pizza. It was okay and tasted like dollar pizza from NYC. The sauce had absolutely no taste. Although it was NY style the taste simply wasn't there. The service was excellent with no wait time despite no reservations. The restaurant is extensive with great seating and good date night vibes. Overall would not return though.

    Margarita
    Ali W.

    #Iykyk that the NYC post is better, its the original, but that being said, the Miami location is pretty good. Id recommend ordering for pickup or going late and grabbing a table outside. The prices seem to keep climbing...I feel last time I was in the Brooklyn/Carroll Gardens location a pie was $25. Here its $32. Its always consistent. Alwyas good. And beats waiting forever in line in CGardens often freezing cold or raining only to et to the front of the line for them to tell you they arent taking orders or the first available table is at 10:30pm.

    Darci P.

    Been wanting to visit Lucali for a while now and so glad we finally made the trip to Miami Beach. They don't take reservations so we decided to go for Sunday lunch and the restaurant had a few tables open. When we left, it was pretty full. For an appetizer we ordered the prosciutto bread, which is currently a special they're offering. We didn't realize how much bread came with this order. The whipped ricotta with honey was amazing. I preferred the sesame bread over the prosciutto bread. We ordered the plain pizza with pepperoni on half. I really enjoyed the pizza. The sauce and cheese had the perfect balance. The crust is super crispy like a cracker. I wish they brought the sauce and cheese up more so there was less crust. I'd definitely go back to try other toppings and different signatures.

    Marcos Vegan Pie
    Karen P.

    So grateful for the delicious vegan options!! Perfectly seasoned & dough well done. Thank you!

    Cannoli
    Alexa R.

    I recently dined at Lucali for the first time and, wow was I pleasantly impressed! I always worry about potentially overhyped restaurants but I can say - Lucali lives up to the hype!! I arrived on a Saturday night at around 6pm. I know that is an early dinner time for Miami (lol) but I still anticipated a wait just in case. We easily found street parking, but there is also a garage nearby. Luckily, we were quickly seated. The space is quaint & cozy. The servers were great & attentive. We started with the baked clams which was our favorite dish. They were perfectly broiled & the sauce was *chefs kiss*. We opted for a cheese pizza with pepperoni. Very thin crust, and cooked perfectly. $40 for a pie is definitely spicy price but I think it's worth it (and I am a NY pizza snob). To drink I went with an aperol spritz which was kind of underwhelming. My bf got a Peroni, which he enjoyed. For dessert we got the cannolis & an off menu Nutella calzone. I liked the fluffiness of the dough on the calzone but wasn't overly impressed by it overall. I would skip dessert next time, unless I was with a large group - I would like to try the Nutella pizza. Overall, Lucali has easily become my favorite pizza spot so far in Miami. I will definitely be back.

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    Best pizza in Miami, not kidding. This place is super cool. But the food is something else.

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    I see nothing special with this pizza, very over priced! South Beach has many more better and cheaper pizzas.

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    Easy-going, tasty, and reliable - sure. Totally worth the intense hype? Definitely not.

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    Great thin crust New York pizza in Miami! We enjoyed the signature pie and summer salad.

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    Ask the Community - Lucali

    Is it the same owner or franchise than in NYC?

    Same owner as in New York The concept is also the same but food isn't prepared to the same standard

    Is this restaurant safe for someone with an allergy to pecans and walnuts? The menu doesn't give much detail.

    The server will ask you if you have any allergies when you sit down. I clearly remember this but be aware that in Miami as attention to detail isn't part of the Miami scene

    Is this place byob?

    They serve wine and there is a corkage charge if you bring your own

    So they take reservations for 20 people? Or is this just a first come first serve

    They don't take reservations. It's first come first serve.

    Do they have tv's and show sporting events?

    No really; however, the bar next door which it belongs to Lucali, it's called Bay Club, they do have a proyector and do some night events. Not sure about sporting events but you can always check their calendar. And they have the same menu as in… 

    Are we pet friendly?

    Yes! They have outdoor tables

    Do you take reservations?

    No it opens at four and at busy times you have to wait

    Is there gluten free pizza option?

    No, they do not have gluten free pizza, however, they do offer vegan pizza with no cheese!

    Any availability of non dairy (vegan) cheese?

    No but they will make a delicious pie with red sauce and as many veggies as you like. Trust me, it's just as yummy!

    Is outside wine allowed for corkage fee?

    No they have wine and beer

    Is this restaurant still open? Their phone just rings & rings and the web site is down.

    Yes!! I just went a few days ago they're always busy so I think that's why they don't always answer

    Gluten free options?

    They have a bunch of salads and some sides, but I believe all the pizzas are not gluten free

    Is the outdoor seating good for a small dog?

    It can get pretty busy, but a small dog would be okay!

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