Amazing and comforting staff and Setting with great energy and conversation. The food and drinks were BOMB... zero complaints Lian was our server, he took great care of us and made my birthday spectacular here at Lucia's I hope to see him when we come back as well as them crab patties!!! read more

Lucia - Lamb and oxtail - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Had a great experience. Shout out to Shelby, she was an incredible server and very attentive to our needs .Her recommendations were great overall and she saved me from a pineapple allergy...lol. We had a great night and will be returning. read more

Food was so flavored and different. Marcos made us feel like VIP. I wanted to try everything but the steak blew my mind.

First time at Lucia, I enjoyed everything about the experience. From the outstanding service, to the beautiful ambience and their delicious food! We ordered the bread appetizer and then the jerk lamb and oxtail plate with fufu mash and plantains as our sides. All the dishes were fresh and flavorful. I tried their cucumber mint mocktail as well, and that was a hit too! I'm a picky person, but literally zero complaints. Their staff is amazing... we never had to ask for our water to be refilled, for them to pick up finished plates, etc. They all worked well together with managing check ins with their guests and always made sure we didn't go without anything which I really appreciated! (: read more

Lucia - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We had Lucia on our list of restaurants to try for quite some time. We were happy to try it out. Unfortunately, upon arrival we were profiled by the 3 hostesses. They did not welcome us when we walked up to the desk and were almost silent whispering amongst themselves. They finally checked us in, and we followed the one hostess all the way to the back of the restaurant passing several empty tables. We were confused as to why we wouldn't be seated in the main area. We asked to be moved closer and we were moved to one of the empty tables in the main area. Then there was the food. We ordered patties, chow mein, croquetas, jerk chicken and scallops. The croquetas were good. Everything else was not. The patties were luke warm, the jerk chicken did not taste like jerk chicken and was salty, and the scallops were salty. It was so disappointing to be excited to try Lucia and to have such a negative experience. Although the food was bad, it was the first impression from the hostesses that really made us uncomfortable. It didn't seem we were welcomed there. They were not friendly or warm at all. Needless to say, we won't be back and will continue to share our experience with our family and friends. read more

The ambiance at Lucia's is absolutely gorgeous. Based on photos, I expected a grander space, but it is actually a beautifully intimate, quaint restaurant. The serving staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly a refreshing surprise for this particular area of Los Angeles, where dining spots can often lean a bit snooty. The menu is highly curated and selective. I ordered the crab patty and the beef patty ($11 each). Based on their Instagram, I anticipated a pair, so I was slightly disappointed to find they are served as single portions. However, they were absolutely scrumptious, and the accompanying sauces were delicious. I also tried the oil prawns; they were massive and packed with flavor, though the actual serving size was quite sparse for the price. The drinks were excellent, though poured a bit light, and the double chocolate Tres Leches cake was a heavenly, standout dessert. I truly wanted to give this gem five stars, but the price-to-portion ratio left me a bit disappointed. I dislike leaving a dinner hungry. Overall, I highly recommend the experience just keep in mind you might need a light bite afterward! read more

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Came here with my favorite people celebrate the wifey's birthday and our anniversary. The aesthetics are stunning. It's a beautiful looking bar and restaurant. I would say that the back room is kind of closed off to the rest of the area where most people wanna see, which is the front of the bar where all the entertainment is. The food is good - somethings better than others. A chicken wings and the plantains were the bomb. The fufu mash was good. Unfortunately they were sold out of the whole fish that we wanted to try and unfortunately ran out of alcohol that we wanted to try, but for the most part Brie was amazing as a server and made sure we were taken care of. It made up for all the other inconsistencies and issues we had here. Brie and the runners were amazing and they should all get a raise. Some of your other staff are not too amazing and you need to work on how they talk to people. Just cause you work at a fancy restaurant doesn't mean you need to talk down to people or have a very condescending tone. Would we come back? Yes we would be back to try the fish.... Oh and the dress code - don't listen to it. There was so many people in there with baseball caps and sneakers. read more

The vibes of the restaurant are nice. The staff are very professional and welcoming, specially Marcos and Alif. Great service, delightful atmosphere, music and the food is superb. read more

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Bryan our server was great! So kind and attentive! The venue was very nice, vibe was great! Music was in point! However our toddler size table was not it. Drinks and appetizers can not fit on the table. The menus are half the size of the table! I realized from a business your trying to maximize your space. However from a consumer I don't like the size of the tables at all. I will not sit in that section if we ever return. The food was OK nothing to brag about. I had great expectations being carribean this didn't give me carribean anything. Stick to your roots dont be afraid to use spice and seasoning from the carribean. read more

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1st Bartending staff is Top Tier and as someone who works in private security I'm always scouting new places for Quality of Service, Food and Ambiance. Simply put Lucia delivers on all fronts!!! ~Kamal read more

Lucia - Tamarind Collins - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Okay... cutest aesthetic. Usually when a place is this much of a vibe, the food ends up being compromised, but not here. We were a little hesitant after hearing mixed reviews, so we decided to try it for ourselvesand I'm so glad we did. First, our server Leon was everything. Amazing energy, gave great recommendations, and truly made the whole experience. The decor is minimal but classy, dim without being too dark, and the DJ really set the tone, old school R&B and hip hop with a mix of newer hits. We ordered the crudo, Caesar salad, and the wagyu empanada (which was packed with meat). For entrées, we had the roasted fish and ribeye steak, everything was really good. Such a cute spot for date night or a girls' night out. Honestly, I'd even come back just to sit at the bar for apps and drinks. read more

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Food was good not great, wildly expensive. But the worst part: if I'm spending $300 for dinner for two, I shouldn't have to yell at the person sitting one foot away. There's NO reason for any restaurant to be this loud. read more

I was in with some of my closest girlfriends this past weekend to celebrate a special birthday. We had a beautiful customer experience from our arrival at the front door to our departure. Our server, Lauren, was absolutely exceptional! A phenomenal and very knowledgeable team member who helped us curate our night perfectly. Now, let's get into the meal. We had a vegetarian and two pescatarians in our group. They were quite pleased that they were not limited to a salmon or branzino dish :). The special BHM menu offered a uniquely prepared catfish-and-grits entrée that was deeply satisfying. We enjoyed that, as well as the cornbread gnudi, amazing callaloo and polenta sides, wagyu and aloo patties, the Jamaican bun, caesar salad, and a gorgeous chow mein. We each enjoyed the most delightful craft cocktails (jungle bird, tamarind collins, and a beautiful white wine) that were spirited and satisfying - and enough to keep the vibes high for the duration of our visit. Lauren also threw in a round of coconut rum shots in honor of the birthday girl. Such a generous and thoughtful touch! I can't wait to return for my birthday in a few weeks. It's rare to experience a dynamic meal, with equally wonderful service, all while basking in beautifully designed space with a soundscape (a fabulous live DJ) that seemed curated to a tee! You have something special there, Lucia! read more

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The ambiance and vibes is def what people come here for. I think this place is great for a drinks because the drinks are good and the atmosphere is amazing. But food wise I give it a 3/5. We got the Jamaican patty, cat fish and grits, Jamaican bun, coconut crudo, duck curry, and pasteleon. Let's start off with the favorites. I really enjoyed the duck. It was seasoned really well and really juicy. I was imagining a curry like stew but it was more like a sauce. But it def added a lot to the duck making it flavorful. I liked the patty, the wagu was tender and the pastry containing the wagu was soft and crunchy. You would bite into it and experience the crunch but it was soft in the inside. I liked the bun it was soft and fluffy but was taken aback by the raisins. Still the bun was a fav of the night. Now let's get into the other dishes. I felt like the catfish was okay. It was soft fish and crunchy but nothing memorable. The pasteleon was like a lasagna I felt like it was a little bland and needed more tomato or spice. Personally I think the crudo was my least favorite. I wasn't a fan of the coconut sauce they used. Overall I think it's great for a one time dining experience. It's a pretty restaurant, however I don't need to come back again. Parking is hard to find. I ended up valetting my car it was about $13 and $16 with card. read more

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Secured a reservation for a Friday evening for a night out with my parents, and it was bustling! Located on a quieter part of Fairfax, this restaurant has a small sign and is somewhat unassuming on the outside but opens into a moody, alluring, luxurious and spacious interior with multiple dining areas of tables, booths, and bar seating. We dined on aloo patties, plantains, fish roast, brown stew risotto, Havana nights beans and callaloo. All the dishes certainly had an elevated twist to classic Caribbean cuisine and were packed with flavor and spice! The patties weren't at all greasy, which was great, and were paired with a delicious chili garlic sauce. The maduros plantains were cooked well, and the plantain chips were super thin and crisp. The main dishes were also tasty but I found the fish to be a tad dry and tough. The risotto is on the heavier side, so that one might be better for sharing. The beans were a flavorful black beans. My favorite though was the callaloo side, which was packed with greens. Overall, we had a great dinner at Lucia. It is quite rare to see a fine dining establishment highlight Caribbean cuisine at this level, and Lucia does a fantastic job. read more

Lucia - Fish Roast and Callaloo - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The deck of this place was immaculate . They had a live Dj that was hitting a mix of all the greatest hits . Our waiter Isaiah was wonderful, very patient with going over his favorite and recommended dishes and even surprised us with this warm, buttery, flakey and fresh guava cheese roll that beats Porto's hands down ! We ordered grilled octopus - wish we got 2 orders it was that good and and steak fina with mashed fufu. Wasn't a fan of the steak tbh, it was a bit too rough for me but the fufu was out of this world !!! read more

I don't know about this one... this restaurant was very over-hyped and ended up being a total letdown. We had a 6:00 PM reservation. Our waiter didn't take our order (both appetizers and entrées) until about 6:20 PM, we didn't receive our appetizers until 7:00 PM, and our entrées finally came out around 7:15 PM. That wait alone set the tone for the night. I'll be honest, those folks on TikTok are lying. The food is plated beautifully, but it was extremely bland. No flavor at all. For appetizers, I ordered the wagyu beef patty ($9) and the Jamaican bun ($15). The patty was the only thing I actually liked, although it was very small for the price. The bun tasted more like a cinnamon raisin bagel than anything else. It was just okay. For my entrée, I ordered the Green Fig-Leaf Fish Roast (naranja agria, bell peppers caldo, lime caviar). It was a white fish dish that looked gorgeous on the plate, but again, no seasoning and no wow factor. It seriously lacked flavor. The cocktails were also disappointing. I had the lychee margarita, and it honestly tasted like juice. Aesthetically, the restaurant is beautiful. However, the layout is strange. Depending on where you're seated, you can feel completely isolated from the rest of the restaurant. We were seated in a back corner and couldn't even see the dining room, our only view was the side of the bar, which made the experience feel disconnected and awkward. As for parking, valet is basically your only option ($15). Street parking is nonexistent. Service was poor. Our waiter was polite, but not attentive at all and barely checked on us throughout the meal. Overall, don't come hungry. The portions are small, the food is overpriced, and the flavor just isn't there. The space is pretty, but unfortunately, good aesthetics can't make up for slow service and very underwhelming food. FYI: At the bottom of the menu it reads, "Blink and it might be gone. Our menu is always moving. No set menu. No promises except good food and vibez!" So if you're coming to Lucia because of something you saw on TikTok or Instagram, don't rely on that. The menu changes constantly, and there's a good chance the dishes you're expecting won't be available. I'm not sure why the menu rotates so often. And it definitely matters if you're visiting for specific items you've seen online. read more

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Gorgeous restaurant, it can get a little loud so. Just something to be aware of if you're going for date night. Every single dish was phenomenal - I don't think you could really go wrong. There are little places in LA where the food is as incredible as the ambiance. Lucia is one of those places. The service was awesome too! Parking can be hard on this street so be prepared to ride share or valet, unless you'd rather circle around for parking.. read more

I couldn't think of a place to celebrate my birthday dinner this past weekend. Nothing really jumped out at me and I didn't really want to revisit somewhere I've already been (not that there's anything wrong with that), but I just wanted to experience something new. A friend of mine sent me an IG reel of Lucia and it came in clutch! Our party was half an hour early, so we decided to start dinner off with some drinks at the bar. While I'm at it, I'll just go into detail regarding the other cocktails I had too. Their cocktail game definitely needs some improvement, but it's not terrible. Espresso Martini: Acceptable, but nothing more. Nothing special and a little too acrid. I've had much better elsewhere. Tamarind "Collins": Sounded great on paper, but taste-wise? Nothing memorable. I enjoy mezcal, but I couldn't detect any of the other ingredients that were in this drink. I had this weird black "plastic" looking thing in my drink... My drunk ass nibbled on the edge of it out of curiosity and I coulda sworn it was plastic to be honest. But who knows? It was dark and I was drunk-ish, but the interesting this is that none of the ingredients listed for this cocktail would've resembled the mysterious black plastic thing in my drink. Soursop "Paloma": Idk I was buzzing hard by this point so I don't really remember much since I just finished the drink in one pull lol. Nothing really stood out. The white pepper was what interested me though. For food we ordered the: Jamaican Bun: Must order!! Fluffy, dense, but soft and buttery. The whipped butter was good, but the pineapple mostarda was the way to go. The little flakey pieces of salt went really well with the bread. Wagyu Beef Patty: Pretty good, but fell apart easily. The beef was a bit dry though. The red sauce that came with it was good. Island Milk & Gold Crudo: I like crudo, but this was a hard pass for me purely for preferential reasons. I don't like coconut cream or flavored things whether it's natural or artificial. I'll eat the fruit all day though. I'm weird, maybe don't listen to me. Brown Stew Risotto: At first I thought we got a plate of beans since it was dark, but it was REALLY good! Again, maybe you shouldn't listen to me because I hate mushrooms, but there's mushrooms in this and I didn't mind because I didn't notice it. I keep contradicting myself! Haitian Wagyu Tasso: A little bummed that they didn't have their oxtails, but our server recommended this since it was comparable. It was alright, but like the pattys, the meat was dry. Overall the drinks are a 3/5 and the food is a 4/5. The flavors are there, but some of the food was salted a little too heavily and that's coming from someone whose palate leans towards salty/savory. However, in the vibes/decor/service department, Lucia gets an easy 5/5 without a doubt. The dim lighting, the music selection, the look/feel of the place is perfect. I love the loungey/clubby vibe. Some people were complaining about how loud it is in their reviews, but I thought it was perfect. If this was too loud for you, perhaps you should consider dining at your local library instead. Sure, I had to raise my voice to get people to hear me, but I never had to yell. Lucia was a lot smaller than I thought, but they made really excellent use of the space. It's so nice inside. Very photo op worthy. Seating was comfortable (we sat at a booth in the corner). Lastly, the service was great! Kennedy was friendly, professional, and made sure my group and I were doing okay throughout our meal. Would I come back? Sure. Initially I was very wary due to the fact that it was one of those places "influencers" and "content creators" were pushing heavily on social media, but it turned out to be pretty good. I'd skip on the cocktails though. read more

Lucia - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Just left Lucia for my wedding anniversary and I decided to post this right away so I don't forget! So this is a small, but super cute Caribbean restaurant where the menu changes...so the photos you see may not be what's on the menu for that day. Keep that in mind and come with an open mind. The waiters are tuned into dietary restrictions, so just communicate those clearly. The vibe is elegant and classy, so wear something nice but it doesn't need to be over the top. The menu is small, so you don't have to worry about decision fatigue. We loved everything we ordered. Every dish was a 10/10 except the beans, which are only a 10/10 if you eat them with the avocado. The fish was so good and unexpected. Short ribs were tender and a great portion. Rice was a small portion (not enough in my opinion--but it could be because I'm used to overeating as an American...). The rice could had been hotter as well. The plantains were one of my favs due to the multiple textures. We almost got dessert or tea but they only had two of the tea options displayed. Another thing to note about this restaurant is the Caribbean and Afro beats music--loved it. We will for sure be back here! read more

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Had this restaurant on the radar since it opened up and finally took the opportunity to visit. Very nice place, solid ambiance inside and staff were wonderful. Had a reservation and we were seated right away, so proceeded right to the drink menu. Started off with a couple cocktails, the Jungle Bird, Pina Colada, Taro sky juice and one other. The Jungle Bird was flavorful, had a nice passion fruit flavor the came through. The Pina colada is made with tequila, so much different than your normal Pina Colada, and it's almost like a clarified pineapple coconut emulsion along with chartreuse. Feel it was just more coconut forward, with only a hint of the pineapple. The taro sky juice was interesting, if you're into Taro. Grabbed a tropical Mai Tai which was interesting and pleasant as well. For food, we had to try multiple items to get a good sense of the cuisine, so we started with Jamaican bun, the Wagyu pattys, and the isn't milk and cold crudo. The buns were very soft, and came with cheddar butter and a mustard. The butter is definitely the move, though the mostarda was interesting as well. The crudo tasted very fresh and was a nice bite while the Wagyu pattys, while having a nice., flaky crust on the outside, tasted underwhelming overall. We ordered a side of coconut rice to go with the entrees which was also on the underwhelming side. Speaking of the entrees, we tried a few. The Haitian Wagyu tasso was very tender, great flavor and a solid entree. The green fig leaf fish, on the other hand, while cooked well, felt like it was missing something to make it stand out. The finish entree was the Paseleon, a Wagyu pasta with pecorino cheese and bechamel sauce. Definitely felt a little off in how it for with the other items on the menu, but the flavor was decent but not memorable. Overall, nice restaurant with great staff and a vibe of is I'm. There's also a DJ that starts a little later in the night which couldn't upped the experience. Not sure if the DJ is there every night, night check ahead. If you're going, definitely try the Jamaican buns and the crudo, as well as the short rib, and the cocktails worked, so drink away! read more

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Absolutely beautiful place. Can't even begin to say how deliciously amazing this spot is. Lives up to all the hype (food, drink, and service)! Yes, there's a bit of a dress code and yes, there are some younger party girls that get a lil loud. But hell, let them girls live they life! Sit yo party pooping self in the back, there are quiet corners. LOL Come in on a Saturday fresh from the museum, no reservation, dressed super casual. We asked for permission to dine anyhow (they had just opened, so we would be out before the big steppers came in). We were seated in a quiet, tucked away spot behind the bar which was APPRECIATED so we wouldn't be shamed by patrons who came dressed to impress. I really wish I remembered baby boy's name (just remember he from the DR), but our server was impeccable! Charming, knowledgeable, and shaped a perfect dining experience for us. Every thing we ate was phenomenal in flavor, layered! Every drink was perfectly balanced, shout out to the bartender, she did her damn thang! What took me aback was the reasonable prices. I am very thankful for that because I can come back without hesitation. It's so sad that Fairfax looks like a ghost town, but Lucia is keeping it alive. Go. Now! Make a resy. Get dressed and call ya bestie. Or me LOL THE FOOD Plantain Express: sir. I don't what this wonderful concoction is but it was slammin! Tamarind Cesar Salad: OMG game changer. Absolutely loved and destroyed this. Trini-Chinese Chicken: Tasted better than I anticipated, was the least favorite of our order but please, it's HELLA good. And moist. Flavors, layered! And don't be fooled by the green ketchup, I would actively put that on everything. Green Fig-Leaf Fish: Moment of silence for the best thing I put in my mouth in 2026. Arroz Con Frijoles: I mean. First off. Who don't love a good rice and peas. And babyyyy! These were hella good. I would actively slide through just for these as a quick snack mid day. Guava and Cheese Pastelitise: Ah, yeah. They are better than Porto's. Not sorry. THE DRANKS Tamarind Collins: Sounds hella weird, like, why is there beer in this. But don't not try it cause it was a surprisingly well balanced - drink that I drank up! Soursop Paloma: So good it'll make you wanna slap yo mama. I can never have a regular degular Paloma again. Lucia, y'all may need to figure out how to can this one and sell 4-packs, cause I'm buying two ta'go fasho! The ambience, decor is absolutely stunning. Somehow minimalist, classy, and flashy. Clean restroom with an attendant. Yes, they handed me a towel and I felt bad not having cash to tip, but this was a nice touch. Made me feel a bit special and fancy. Parking...well, it's Fairfax. Street parking only. Although it's dead still may be a little difficult to find something "in front" so be prepared to walk a block or two in ya heels girlfriend (unless your date drop you off in front as they should cause you one bad mama jamma and deserve royalty treatment!) Ugh! Can't wait to return. read more

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The service was great. The seating area was cosy with the attempt to seat as many people as the dining area allowed. The lofted ceiling makes the place have a more roomy feeling. That said, onto the food. The NYE menu had options for each course: pre first course, the amuse-bouche, which is supposed to delight the senses. It was made of a Nigella Seed - Bammy with Plantain Cream / Caviar | Mango Sour. A traditional bammy is supposed to be cassava flat bread that is soaked in coconut cream then fried, steamed, or baked. The flavors were good but it was very chewy. It sat in my stomach like a starchy puck. First course, we picked the Rock Shrimp & Bay Scallops Ceviche. This was really nice and enjoyable. The plate also came with some thinly sliced and lightly salted taro root chips; these were excellent. Makes me think I should try to make the taro chips at home in the air fryer. There were a lot of shrimp. With the bay scallops, the dish had more than four ounces of protein. This is a big deal because I am starting to get full after the first dish. The flavors were well balanced. Second course, I ordered the Pastelón de la Tierra (Sweet Plantain / Short Rib Sofrito / Taleggio Béchamel / Green Plantain Crisp). My companion had the Calloloo (king crab with Spinach / Seasonal Veggies / Okra | Herbs). The calloloo looked to me like a king crab salad, except most of the greens were pureéd. My "big cake" looked like a half portion size of meatloaf, except it tasted a lot like very dense lasagna. I ordered it because I thought it was more technically complex to put together. Alas, instead of pasta, green plantain was used between the layers of the ground beef and sofrito. Now I am just about full. The individual components of the dish are not that hard for a serious home cook to replicate. The plating could have used something else to brighten the dark rectangle of food in a dimly lit restaurant. Third course, I had the Soup Jomu Agnolotti (Oxtail Ragu * Squash-Truffle Cheese Filling * White Truffle), and my friend ordered the Spiny Lobster Roulade (Sauce Creole * Pickapeppa * Pistachios * Fry Bake Crumble). I have nothing good to say about the Soup Jomu Agnolotti, which I had to eat with a fork. I guess not really a soup at all. I didn't get past the first stuffed pocket of pasta. O.M.G. It was so salty that when the waiter came by our table I asked to have it boxed up to go because it was inedible. I only observed the spiny lobster dish. Unlike the ceviche, the lobster was covered entirely with a dark brown creole sauce. This makes it mysterious to look at, but not in a good way. What are you hiding? How can you do this to seafood? Anyhow. This review is rated 4 stars because I want this place and all new experimental kitchens to survive in the LA metro area. If the restaurant doesn't last, I hope they open a bakery because the last course--the dessert--was freaking fantastic. I would eat another serving if it were available. For the dessert course, we both picked the Coquito Tres Leches (Guava Jam * Pastelito Crisps). Everything about this cake is house made, fresh, fluffy, and oh so good. Cocktails - I had the Lychee Margarita and it came in a glass typically used for an old fashioned. It was ok. The lychee "caviar" pearls that came with it were delightful to see and taste. There was nothing memorable about the margarita. As I mentioned before, I hope this restaurant makes it in the fine dining scene; but there are so many restaurants to try out in the area that I will not be back. read more

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Went here for a team dinner, there were 12 of us in total. Due to the amount of people in attendance we were required to order off their prefix menu. I found it interesting that the entire table had to select shared items off the smaller prefix menu, which was served family style. The food... WOW. Everything was done so well, I'd even go as far to say "done to perfection". And the venue is beautiful. Where's the rub (thus 3 star review)? The portions. The amount per person was $135 pre tax. The portions were so tiny it wasn't even funny. I don't think they realized they were serving adults. Every person in attendance said the same thing... wonderful setting, great service, fantastic drinks, and amazing food... but everyone left hungry and got food elsewhere afterwards. Provided the price, that shouldn't be the case. Great spot for a date night, not so much for an event. read more

Lucia - Jerk Steak, Corn, Trini Mac - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The ambiance, the food, the drinks - Lucia is such a vibe. I came for dinner and had a wonderful time. Highly recommend the scallop ceviche/carpaccio, the shrimp toast, and the black cod. The food isn't overly salty, and I found everything to be quite savory and delicious. We sat in a half-booth. The interior is smaller than we expected, and I didn't see outdoor seating options. The decor is cute and minimalist. Service was efficient and polite, which is always appreciated. We had a gluten allergy in our party and they were quite accommodating. We opted for valet, but metered street parking was also available. Make a reservation! read more

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I get why weekend reservations are tough to get! The space is beautiful. We arrived 15 mins before our was 830pm resy, ordered a drink at the bar and were seated on time. Drinks: - Okra martini: if you like your dirty martini "filthy", you'll love this - Espresso martini: the espresso flavor was well balanced and beautiful, not overly sweet like most Food: - Beef cheek patties: the dipping was tangy. i personally liked it as-is and without the dipping. delicious but nothing really special for $30 ($10 per piece), the price tag was kind of steep when I've had empanadas very similar for half the price. I do understand the premium you pay when dining in a beautiful space but I won't be reordering next time. - Callaloo: stewed greens, very coconuty and tasty. - Half jerk chicken: succulent grilled chicken, spicyyyyy which i loveeeee! it might be one of my top fave 10 dishes this year. a must-have - Pumpkin rice: went well with the half jerk chicken The 4 dishes were perfect for my party of 2. We left feeling satisfied. Service was great - from the bar staff to our server and food runners. Just enough attentiveness, which I appreciated. Can't wait to be back. Valet cost $15, a little busy (to be expected for a Friday night) but we didn't have to wait too long. read more

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It was easy to find street parking though they have valet. The hostess was very pleasant when checking me and my gf in. The ambiance of the entire evening was fabulous! Shelby, our waitress was spectacular. The food was divine. The music was on point throughout the evening. A couple of dishes were pricier than expected but overall amazing evening of catch up with my gf with great drinks and food. We'd definitely return. read more

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Modern afro Caribbean food in an elegant trendy looking venue! Comfortable plush seats in your own individual "shell" seats 5 comfortably. Was also really impressed with the food, the sauces were amazing! For 5 of us, we ordered: corn (favorite of the night! There were 2 sauces that were flavor explosions), bread (it was fine nothing special) plantains (good suace probably not worth the price though) lamb kebab (tasty), cod, snapper (both fish entrees were tasty, also ordered rice and beans as accompaniment), half jerk chicken (flavorful)..this was the perfect amount of food. The cocktails were pretty interesting, and they gave a round of shots to celebrate a friend's birthday. Definiitely on the pricer side, so be prepared to pay for the trendy space. Service was fast and friendly. Free street parking in neighborhoods if you're willing to walk a few minutes, or valet $15 read more

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Had a wonderful meal at Lucia. The food service and ambience were excellent. The experience was highlighted by the knowledgeable and attentive service of Marcos, who was very knowledgeable on the menu, provided excellent recommendations and checked in on us regularly. For entrees we had the lamb shank and the oxtails and carrots. Both were outstanding. We look forward to our next visit. read more

Wow! Amazing experience all around. The vibe of this place is carefully executed, from the seating, to the decor, private rooms, and music. The service was friendly and fast. Our server checked on us often. We ordered a variety of starters and a couple entrees for the table. The menu is dynamic so don't be surprised if what you see today is not there when you visit. Crab croquettes: 10/10 so so good Rock shrimp: 10/10 very fresh and was good with the chips Plantain: 9/10 I'm not a plantain fan but sauce and crispy chips were amazing Curry duck: 100/10 sooo juicy and flavorful. The sauce was delicious. Wish there was more meat for the price but really good overall. Arroz y Frijoles: 9/10 also really really good flavor, the beans were more soupy than traditional rice and beans. But still very good. Jerk lamb shank: 7.5/10 flavor was good but it was pretty dry unfortunately. The only thing we didn't finish. read more

Lucia - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This newly opened Jamaican-influenced spot was finally in my bookmarked list, and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is beautiful, modern and sexy with lots of attention to detail that makes it feel warm and stylish. We started with the Blue Fin Tuna Tartare- it was fresh and beautiful. Then the Coconut Green Goddess Salad- light, creamy and perfectly balanced . The Grilled Mahi Mahi was cooked beautifully with a nice char and the Coco it Fried Chicken was crispy, juicy, though I thought it was little too salty for me but still packed with tropical flavor. We finished with the chocolate cake, very delightful and perfect. read more

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We had an excellent dining experience at Lucia. The restaurant is exquisite and one of a kind. The bar is over the top and stunning. Service was very good, along with our waiter being really well informed on the menu and what type of cuisine it was, in addition to what goes well with what, etc. Food was great. I can highly recommend the Jerk Chicken, Tuna Tartare, Spring Greens & Burrata salad, along with the Mac n Cheese. The chicken was marinated really well, and had so much flavor. Our favorite dish of the night was the Trini Mac Pie (also known as Mac n Cheese). You must order this! The only item I would go without was the Snapper. Cocktail menu was really diverse; however we ended up modifying the Lychee Margarita, and making it into a Lychee Martini. A definite recommendation in adding that to their menu! Nonetheless, I'm sure if you asked like I did, they would modify the cocktail for you. read more

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Had an incredible dinner! The food was amazing! Especially the Oxtail and the octopus! Our server Marcos was so sweet and thoughtful the entire night and took great care with one of our guest's allergies. Can't wait to return. Super cool design too. read more

We dined at Lucia this evening and were immediately impressed by the warm welcome. The staff acknowledged that we were celebrating a birthday and seated us in a lovely corner booth, which made for a nice start to the evening. We ordered cocktails along with the rock shrimp, bread bun, and Wagyu empanada to begin. Unfortunately, all of the appetizers arrived at the same time, making the meal feel rushed from the start. The rock shrimp was served with very thin chips that didn't support the shrimp well, so it was difficult to eat without everything falling apart. The Wagyu empanada was good, but at $11 each, the price felt excessive for the portion. After the appetizers, we waited more than 30 minutes for our main course. We shared the chicken and FUFU MASH which turned out to be the best part of the meal. The chicken was flavorful, tender, and easily enough for two people to enjoy. One thing that surprised us was that although the restaurant knew we were celebrating a birthday, there was no acknowledgment beyond the initial greeting. No small dessert, candle, or special touch was offered, which felt like a missed opportunity given the occasion and the restaurant's price point. Overall, the service was pleasant and the atmosphere was attractive, but the pacing of the meal, the value for the money, and a few disappointing details kept the experience from feeling special. When we left, we both agreed it was good enough, but not memorable enough to make us want to return. Overall: 3 out of 5 stars. Nice ambiance and a delicious chicken entrée, but the experience didn't justify the cost, and there are many other Los Angeles restaurants we'd be more likely to revisit. read more

From the moment you walk through the golden mirrored doors, Lucia delivers an immersive dining experience that blends glitz, glamour, and Caribbean soul. The design is dramatic, sweeping tulip-like structures, pod-shaped booths, and a white terrazzo bar beneath towering palms,making the place as much for the eyes as for the palate. The service was polished and attentive. Food & drinks were the real highlight. We started with the Wagyu beef patties and ribs. The beef patties were flaky and spiced, served with a mango-pepper sauce. The ribs are tender, with a casareep citrus caramel glaze that gives them a bold, smoky sweetness. For our entree we ordered the coconut chicken, fried snapper and the rice beans. Judy outstanding. Everything was cooked to perfection. I would definitely return when visiting LA again and would definitely recommend this resturant to others. read more

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Ambiance was sooooo good I mean the Dj had us dancing in our seats. It was a whole vibe in there last night. Service was amazing , the waiter was taking good care of us all night. Drinks came in super fast and so did our food. We ordered Wagyu Patty's, Coconut Monkey Bread which was way too good Lobster Chow Mein, Trini Mac n cheese,Coconut Fried Chicken extremely crunchy, Corn and Plantains for sides. Everything was delicious and shareable. It was four of us and we all ate very good. Even brought some home. Fairfax is very busy but parking is right out front. Can't wait to try it again with more friends. read more

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I really had hope to like this place than 2 stars but the only thing it has going for itself are the vibes, and music. Aesthetically, it's beautiful but that's where it stops. We made a reservation at 9pm, and showed up 30 mins early. We used the valet parking (which is a mess in itself) but there's no self street parking available. Once I checked in, they directed us to the bar. We waited around for a drink, and thankfully a seat came available. The bartenders are busting and making banging out drinks! They have an excellent selection of liquors - some you don't usually see in other restaurants. Now, let me tell you ... we sat at the bar until 9:20. I didn't mind because the bartender was attentive, and drinks were good. However, we order two rounds and ... finally, when we were taken to a table? And it wasn't even bussed, so we had to wait longer but already lost our seat at the bar. This was the beginning of where it went downhill. We sat down at our table and ordered two appetizers, two entrees and although it looked delicious, it wasn't. The chicken was over seasoned and very salty. My steak was okay due to the sauce. The appetizers were underwhelming. Now, the service. Good lord, please. The manager was rude. Along with taking us to our table that wasn't ready and not apologizing about it. There are curtains behind our booth and I pulled to draw them because the backside is towards the bar and there were a lot of sounds coming from it - glass banging, shaking of martinis, etc. The manager comes around, and pulls them open. Not many words are shared but that it's only done for private parties. However, lo and behold, what do you know, a party came in mid dinner and had their curtains pulled. Our service was semi tentative until not. On our receipt, it showed a charge for two shots but we didn't receive it. Would I come here again? No. Service was mediocre, food looked great but was underwhelming .. again, the DJ was on point. Where he would go? Is where I would go. read more

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A beautiful restaurant with an overall great vibe. We ordered the Jamaican patty, which was okay; I loved the hot sauce. The plantains were good, but the sauce was a no for me. The cou-cou was surprisingly good, but they could leave the popcorn off. The star of dinner was the bread and the fish--10/10. Random, but the bathroom wallpaper and black toilet were interesting choice. Our waiter was okay; she seemed to be on autopilot. The music was amazing, and surprisingly not too loud. I'm not sure if I would visit again but I'm happy we stopped in. read more

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Updated review since I finally tried the food! Still 10/10 from the service thank you to the bartender Dale, the amazing GM Sorry can't remember my servers name but she was awesome! Very grown and sexy vibe to the restaurant, this is the place to pull out the outfit that you've been wanting to wear even the staff are all attractive haha. Food I tried a variety but my favorites were hands down the Trini Macpie, the coconut milk bread & the coconut fried chicken you won't regret it! Overall great spot to try whether having a solo date at the bar or came for date night or other celebration. I highly recommend and will be back! read more

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This dinner was amazing here. Definitely loved the ambiance and vibe of the spot. Amazing aesthetic and visually pleasing. We came in our anniversary to celebrate in our server Kennedi brought us champagne to toast with. This would be one of our new favorite spots. I can't express enough how amazing the interior design and aesthetic is. read more

Lucia - Bar - Caribbean Near Me - Los Angeles, California