We have been to Lucille's a few times while visiting - the vibe and drinks are great, but the food is just so-so. If you are looking for a great atmosphere and something for large groups this would be a good stop. their wine list is also nice and they make decent craft cocktails. they have a lot of gluten free options we shared the guac - it is large and looks pretty, the chips were freshly fried, but the guac didnt have much flavor! the pizza was ok - we are a hard couple bc we dont eat cheese and this seems to shock the entire state of wisconsin - but they also didnt include the sauce! :) read more

So delicious! And super cute holiday decorations highly recommend to anyone visiting!! read more

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Not too bad for a Monday night at 10-11pm! In fact, I'd say the crowd of 30 or so people was about perfect for what I would want on a Monday night bar foray. the music was good, the bartenders were cool, the other patrons were all less obnoxious than I, and the free check-in offer daiquiri didn't hurt! (Tasty drink, by the way.) read more

Lucille - Free Daiquiri with Yelp Check-in! - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Went here for the third time this past Saturday for a birthday dinner and drinks... one of my fave establishments by far!!! The pork shoulder nachos are the BEST nachos you'll ever have! Nick took care of us and was beyond friendly and hospitable! Love this place... read more

Lucille - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

We had a girls night out at Lucille to see the Christmas decor. It was busy as usual but Moss gave us excellent service and recommendations on what to get. They even have vegan cheese! They were very accommodating to our group's dietary restrictions. read more

Tonight was my first time at Lucille, and to be honest, it might be my last. I came here with a group of friends to enjoy happy hour and order some food. We got there around 5 p.m. and sat at the bar. The bar tender took our drink orders and then proceeded to completely ignore us for the rest of the evening. I was there from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. After the bartender brought me my first drink, he never asked if I wanted food, he never asked if I wanted another drink, nothing. I made eye contact multiple times and he ignored me. He also ignored my friends. There were about six of us who all made eye contract with him and stared at him throughout the night, trying to get his attention. Apparently, he didn't care. The most bizarre thing is that he appeared to be attentive to the other groups sitting at the bar. For example, the time that he was ignoring us, I saw him bring a couple sitting near us multiple dishes and multiple drinks, and he repeatedly asked how they were doing. It took 30 minutes of trying to get the bartender's attention before one of my friends was able to order an appetizer around 5:40 p.m.. We all would have ordered more food and drinks, but the bartender couldn't be bothered. I have no clue why he was ignoring us, but it was incredibly rude and some of the worst service I have ever received. I was eager to try a pizza or the tacos, but at 5:50 p.m. the bartender still wouldn't come take my order, and I gave up trying. Patrons should not have to beg the bartender to pay attention to them. Based on this terrible service, I cannot recommend Lucille. read more

This may be my new favorite place in town! Happy hour any day is amazing, but on Fridays there is FREE pizza at 4pm, that's right, FREE! The food and cocktails are amazing but I have to rave about the service. Josh was absolutely wonderful. He had amazing menu knowledge and great recommendations! I highly recommend Lucille, and ask for Josh when you come! read more

Really nice ambiance, pizza is delicious, service is good. It's not so big so it gets full easily.

Stopped in here on Friday evening for dinner. We were told it would be about a 45 minute wait, which we were fine with. Ended up being only about 25 minutes! That was nice. We tried one of the seasonal pizzas, the Irie. This thing was amazing. It was SO not what I was expecting, in a really good way. Definitely try this if you get the chance. We also started things off with the cheese curds, they were really great. They were super filling, too. I had the Mahi Mahi tacos as well and can't say a bad thing about them. We ended up taking most of the pizza home. Leftovers! It was weird that our pizza was jammed into a small to-go rectangular cardboard box when I had seen others taking actual pizza boxes with their leftovers, but that wasn't a big deal. Service was great. The food was great. Overall, another great experience! read more

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Went here around Christmas and the atmosphere was as festive as it gets. In terms of beer variety, this place is well above average, with a healthy compliment of imports and locals, even if I sometimes scoff at the heavy lean towards hoppy IPAs. Service was top notch. Our waiter, Josh, was polite and prompt and had superb command of the menu. I've been here late night for drinks and conversation. The vibe can be a bit loud/crowded for my taste. I could see a younger version of me loving it for the more conversational basement level which takes advantage of the architecture of one of Madison's finest structures. However, the food was the highlight. We had the Detroit-style pepperoni pizza, which is comparable to Jet's (or Pequod's for the pie connoisseur) in that it is rectangular and thicker with caramelized goodness on the outer crust. I hope to return soon to sample the thin crust and look forward to updating this review. I consider the Detroit style to be the best pizza in Madison, though I'll still be going to Grandpa's and Sal's for a change-up. read more

Lucille - Christmas cheer! - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

We had some friends in town last weekend who wanted pizza and burgers so we decided to try Lucille. It's a beautifully restored building facing the capital. Three stories. The main floor has a gorgeous bar with an excellent selection of tap beers. The upstairs has even better views of the capital and a wrap-around mezzanine. We didn't check out the basement. We put in our name and waited at the bar for a table. The bartenders were busy but friendly. They texted us when our table was ready and we headed upstairs. It was a bit of a tight squeeze between us and the tables next to us. Our waiter was friendly, prompt, and helpful. I definitely give a thumbs up on the service. For food we had a pizza, a couple of burgers, and the smoked fish dip. I liked the fish dip though I thought it could use a little more spice. It paired well with the crackers and I was pleased with the variety of veggies that came with it. We had the Lucille Burger and a veggie Lucille Burger. The fried pickles on top were yummy - greasy and hot. The pimento spread thick and yet runny - great flavor but a mess to eat. I actually thought the bun was surprisingly tasty. My burger was perfectly cooked although my friend didn't think it was one of the better veggie burgers he has had. The chips were OK, nothing special. The pizza was wood-fired. We had one of the seasonal specials with sausage and root vegetables. Decent but nothing to write home about. The pizza prices felt quite a bit higher than expected and the burger prices just a bit more than expected. In general I really liked the ambiance and was impressed with the selection and the service. I thought the food was good albeit overpriced. I'd be happy to return but it won't be at the top of my list. read more

We came here the day after my husband and I did Madison 70.3 (so back in September) with our two toddlers and my parents and it was AMAZING! Rarely can 6 people all be as satisfied as we all were. We got a sausage pizza for the kids, one wood fired pizza (I think with corn), one deep dish pizza and two desserts - so great! Service was splendid! It was WELL worth the wait and if we are in Madison again, I will absolutely make a point to come back. read more

Lucille - Flourless Fudge Brownie, Steel Pan Chocolate Chip Cookie - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Another day of quarantine, another day of figuring out what local restaurant we wanted to get takeout from - we made the right choice with the Lucille-Merchant menu! We got a Detroit-style pizza (incredible), chips and salsa (because it was some kind of Apple salsa and it was amazing!), and a side salad. Great choices all around, great portions, and an easy online ordering process and pickup window off the square. On our shortlist from now on for quarantakeout! read more

Lucille - Detroit-style pizza with pepperoni and onion, chips and an apple based salsa , and a side salad (that was the only underwhelming item) - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

We had the guac, 6 Mile Pizza and absolutely incredible service all while enjoying a summer's day outside. Chef even came out and asked about our food. read more

This place has exceptional food and a great atmosphere. Went there with a couple of co-workers while working in Madison. Got a table upstairs and received an amazing view of the capital. I ordered the Heirloom Burrata Salad for a starter. Absolutely amazing! The burrata was so fresh. The taste of the burrata and squash combined with the sweetness of the pomegranate was delicious. It's a must for anyone trying this place for the first time. For a moment I had thought about ordering it again as my entrée. It was that good. However, I chose to get the Quesa Birria Tacos. This was also amazing. Very savory and delicious. Combine the amazing food with exceptional service and this place made for a great place to hang out with co-workers after work. read more

The Sausage + Rabe pizza was delicious BUT the service was lacking. I'm bummed to ding a spot on service given the state of the industry, but it took 25+ minutes to receive our drinks. We were sat on the patio due to a band playing inside and felt neglected (there was also a bit of confusion from the wait staff if we were "allowed" to sit outside despite open tables). Food was 10/10, but a bit pricey. read more

We enjoyed lunch here in Madison. Great beer selection and the Pizza was awesome. Recommend it. Really cool Bar setup!

Amazing service! Large beer selection! Tasty food! You truly cannot go wrong! I went late at night for a night cap with a friend. We loved the service and the menu so much, we returned for lunch! I highly recommend the market salad! read more

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Lucille is simply wonderful. I have been here three times and am always so happy with my experience! They have a real cool interior and fantastic pizza and drinks! The first two visits we hung out in the lounge downstairs and just had some cocktails (fantastic Moscow Mules, by the way). I am pretty sure the lounge was converted from an old bank safe, but it is adorable and romantic! On the most recent visit, we came to try the pizza and were not disappointed! We tried the Tomato Pie wood-fired pizza and The Weekender steel pan pizza. Both were very delicious. The Tomato Pie had a very strong and spicy sauce, so while it tasted good, I could only manage to eat one piece with all the spice. The Weekender was much more mild and I could have kept eating it all day, but the pieces were so big and thick, I actually could only eat one slice of this as well! Luckily for me, my friends let me take the leftovers home and I have at least 3 more meals that get to be filled with the joy of The Weekender! And when that runs out, I'm going back for more! read more

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The outside seating isn't the comfiest with the metal chairs and all the tables are very close. I do like the social justice efforts this restaurant supports. Clearly more of a cocktail restaurant because the food doesn't have much flavor. It's very natural and comes straight from farms which is good to see but it could use some seasoning. The wait staff was very friendly. read more

Great food and a charming drink menu. Had over the top service from bar tender, Gavin, this past Saturday. Highly recommend if you're in the Madison area. read more

Our go to for wood fired pizza. Always fresh ingredients. Great cocktails and service. Cool building.

I came back to Lucille for a Monday night date with my boyfriend! We were given a table by the window with a booth, which was super romantic and fun. Our server was amazing, very good about checking in and keeping a pace that wasn't too fast or drawn out. We ordered cider and a Mexican firing squad cocktail to drink, followed by the Ahi Tuna Ceviche appetizer. For dinner, we split the Black Garlic and Mushroom pizza, and for dessert we tried (again) the cookie pie. Redeeming qualities: - THAT APPETIZER was seriously perfect, all around amazing. I would come back just to eat that by myself. Ahi Tuna was tender, the slaw was flavorful and citrus-y, and the root chips were super yummy. I loved that plate so much. - The pizza crust was crunchy and soft at the same time (somehow) and topped with a really great combo of rich and acidic flavors. Mushrooms, cheese, garlic, onions, and kale make my favorite winter dish, and this was all put on a pizza. I still liked the Mexican Firing Squad cocktail, but had it been full price (only half off on Mondays), I wouldn't have ordered it. I wish they used less ice (even soda water instead would be good) so there's more to drink. For $5.50 it was amazing, but for $11 it was very little. Not too spicy or sweet, and I recommend it even if you don't think you like tequila. I also think the cookie pie was improved since the last visit, which made me happy! Fundamentally it was exactly as described in the menu - a warm and cake-like cookie topped with creamy vanilla bean ice cream. The cookie was more like a dense cake, pretty warm, and much more moist than last time. I personally would have loved more chocolate in some way, like a drizzle or extra chips. It definitely would have made the whole thing taste more moist. The ice cream was Sassy Cow's, so it fit the Wisconsin standard perfectly. Overall, I am far and away more impressed with Lucille after the second visit. I would come back for wood-fired pizza, that ceviche dish, and ciders or beers. Cocktails are pricey but good with deals, and dessert was definitely improved. Service continued to impress, and we even got a chat with the chef this time, which was fun! I'd love to come back again and bring a group with me soon. read more

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I'm giving this one a 4. Wife and I took son and his gf for dinner. Tuesday night kinda chilly on the street but I must say , K was the star of the show! We asked to have our table moved to a spot near the heater and she actually moved the heater near us! And this was on top of being so super awesome and cool. I loved her level of service and positive energy. The food was good. We had nachos with the poor shoulder. The lightly picked red onions were a revelation! Aaaaaaaaaaa! Then we had some empanadas! The chicken ones were the BEAST! So good! The other two were just not on that level. Then some steel pan Detroit "style " pizza. Pretty friggen tasty . The caramelized onions were diggity dank! Had some drinks. Prices were a bit high on some things but everything had integrity and each ingredient stood out...so it's a big win! So , go here...have a drink...have an empanada...if it's chilly, bring a blanket. Mazel read more

Had a great visit to Lucille. What an awesome space! We sat in the upstairs and I was worried the service would be slow, but that was never the case. Kevin took great care of us. Pizzas were delicious, as were the cocktails. One of us got the salmon, which was a little too done for my taste, but we should've ordered it medium rare. Excellent experience, if love to go back! read more

While I am fully vaccinated, I don't carry my card with me and they wouldn't serve me. I even called the restaurant before getting there to check availability and hours and nothing was mentioned. And the staff was rude. Don't bother going there. read more

Okay, if we tell you we only have time for 1 drink, don't argue with us and continue to tell us way too detailed of another special while throwing shade at me for asking you not to tell us that one. Just because you're a bartender doesn't mean you can be a jerk. read more

Went to lunch, great service, beer, and food! The nachos are huge and loaded with everything. The whole place is socially distanced and very safe. The empanadas are all so good. My favorite is the black bean and plantain. read more

Ate on the Streatery last night. OUTSTANDING pizza. Great location and outside seating was great. Our server was GREAT!!! read more

I love the food here, the pizza is excellent. However, my family of four had to wait 45 minutes to be seated at a table that was already open when we got there. They take way too long to seat guests and turn over tables. I would recommend hiring a bus boy because I shouldn't have to wait an extra 20 minutes for my food because my waiter has to go bus a table. read more

really lovely time with great drinks, food, and service from Sid. it was much needed. Sid even ensured coffee was brewed for a later arrival who was driving that night. well cared for! Ambiance was lovely outside despite humidity and heat. read more

The food and staff are both equally amazing!! Highly recommend. Our server Shae was super sweet and always asked us how we were doing, special shout out to her :) read more

Hey Lucille! I returned for a second visit after having an OK first experience with one of the pizzas here, and I am so glad I did! The pizza is very good quality, excellent crust and not greasy. The cocktails here are amazing! Friendly bartenders too. Cheese curds are a must. Good selection of appetizers. Great spot for drinks after work. And they decorate for Christmas! Thanks Lucille! read more

Came in around 6:30pm this Friday. Was told we would wait 45 min which wasn't a problem seeing that we anticipated that happening. I was pleasantly surprised when we were actually called after 10 minutes for our table. Started out with cheese curds which were excellent. I ordered the White Wedding pizza which I would also highly recommend. The decor is tastefully done and I love that it's two floors. They have amazing chandeliers and the bar looks awesome. The only negative was that it was a little expensive for just wood fired pizza and some curds. read more

Lucille - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Great bar service and great cocktails. Kenny was great and the outdoor seating is awesome!

Drinks were awesome, great Monday specials. Especially great service from Kenny, thanks!!

Absolutely not impressed. Bartender seemed overwhelmed. Got a ton of foam on my stout that was served with a very very messy pour. Definitely a place for the who is who of Madison. Perhaps if I'd been in that book, I would have gotten better service. You can't tell who is working, as the staff is not in any kind of uniform. The floor manager, from what I can tell is in a tank top and profusely sweating. Not cute, not hygienic and does not give me the impression she is confident in either her front of the house team or her back of the house team. I will return, but on a Monday or Tuesday afternoon; my review will be updated then. read more

I I'm very impressed with the location and the building. The two-story interior with the balcony is amazing, and the decor is modern, a little retro and nicely architectural. I wish I could say the same about the service. Arrived at 6:30 on a Friday night and it took 15 minutes to place our order. The place was full, and we were offered three seats at the bar, which we took in order to move dinner along. My observation about the timing was that the bar area that we could directly observe was woefully understaffed, and the exotic drinks they serve take a particularly long time to create. In order to move things along, we ordered our drinks, appetizers and pizzas all at the same time. We asked the waitress if the pan pizza would take longer than the thin crust, wondering if they would be served one after another. She simply said that they would all be served at the same time. Whether it was cooking time or service, it took about 45 minutes for the pizza to arrive. We had to hurry to make it to an 8 o'clock show. I love the atmosphere, the pizzas were very delicious, and I'm not sure if I would return due to the very slow service. read more

Lucille - Asparagus thin crust pizza and Hero pan style - Pizza Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Stopped by after visiting the market on a Saturday morning and had a really good experience. I was lucky enough to sneak in right before the lunch crowd started filing in, so we got a good table and friendly server with time to help me and my toddler settle down. Then I ordered a pizza and a small meatballs appetizer with the idea of sharing both with the toddler. The pizza I chose was the simplest one: tomato sauce, no cheese and a bit of arugula. I loved it! The sauce is well balanced with just spicyness to make your mouth tingle, but not so much to light a fire, a bit of sweetness and a nice guilty/spicy note coming from the olive oil. I would have made it a tad less sweet, but I know I'm in the minority's there. The spicy was a bit much for the toddler: she tasted the sauce and made all sorts of funny faces after which she decided to stick to the crust. Which was also good: thin, crispy, chewy and with some smokiness coming from the burnt dough blisters. I found the meatballs more forgettable. They were good, but not special. They had some nice porky notes as if they had bacon or sausage in the mix, but I found them a tiny bit under flavored. Might have been salt or the wrong mix of spices, there was just something missing. We ended up at around $16 which I thought was pretty fair. But I do agree with some of the reviews that though some of the pizzas were overpriced! Anyway, planning to go back with husband possibly to try the steel on pizza (sadly not available at lunch) read more

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Highlights/lowlights 1) gluten free friendly* 2) good food 3) great atmosphere *g free crust was supposed to arrive the next day we were there Stopped in to Lucille on the first night they were serving their full menu! The space on the square is AWESOME. The location is great and the interior is super trendy. The huge windows can all be opened to let in fresh air. The three story space is made up of the bar and communal dining on the first floor, booths and tables on the second, the downstairs is where you can see the old bank vault from the original building! I think they do cocktails down there as well? We expected that Lucille would be busy and they were! They will give you the wait times for the communal dining space (for us this was 10 minutes) and the private dining space (for us this was 45 mins). We opted for communal dining! The communal dining space is basically a long table and you get X amount of seats. If you really hate dining next to people, probably not for you but we thought it was fun. We ordered some drinks at the bar while we were waiting. We found the drinks to be pretty overpriced for Madison. The HOUSE wine was around $8 and my fiancé got a beer from One Barrel (Madison Brewery) that was around $7. $15 for a tap beer and house wine is a bit steep in Wisconsin. Service was friendly but a little slow. Giving Lucille the benefit of the doubt as this was their first night with the full menu. I had been DYING to try their pizza as I had scoured the menu on their FB page and saw they had gluten free crust! You can do gluten free crust for the wood fired pizza but not the square Detroit style pizza. However, when I placed my order the server said they didn't have the gluten free crust in and this was expected to arrive the next day. Sad!!! While the gluten free crust gives people with celiac disease a lot of options the lack of leaves you scouring the menu. They have some salads, but since I can't seem to ever eat a healthy dinner, I decided on the large portion of the pork belly nachos! The server warned me this was big but I was up for the challenge. My fiancé settled on the pepperoni and red onion Detroit style pizza. HOLY COW THE WAITRESS WASN'T LYING THE PORTIONS ARE HUGE. My nachos were probably enough to feed four, and my fiancée's pizza was enough to serve two at least. This is good however considering both items were around $17/$18. The Detroit style pizza had six slices which was enough for a full meal and plenty of leftovers. It may cool in the future to see a smaller pizza size emerge on the menu. If you are there with a few people and want to try different pizzas you will have a ton of leftovers and a pretty hefty bill which could be prevented with a smaller size offering. All that aside, the food rocked. The nachos were great and being served on corn chips makes this a great g free entree or appetizer. Pizza was great too! Lucille is an awesome addition to the downtown neighborhood. I look forward to coming back and finally getting my hands on that g free mushroom and garlic pizza! read more

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