Santa Lucia Pizzeria & Restaurant
$ • Pizza, Italian, Vegetarian
Hours:
5240 Duncan Rd, Punta Gorda
(941) 621-8027
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Walking into this place feels like stepping into an Italian family’s home; warm, welcoming, and full of heart. From the moment we sat down, you could tell this wasn’t just another restaurant… this is a labor of love.
The food was absolutely incredible. Every dish tasted homemade, rich with flavor, and cooked with care, the kind of meal where you can tell the recipes have been perfected over generations. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauce was bold and comforting,...read full review
The food was excellent, although the customer service was awful. The lady at the front counter brought our food to our table, gave my boyfriend silverware to eat with, but gave me a dirty look and didn’t give me any silverware. I asked for silverware so I can eat too, and she gave me a snotty crappy grin. I have been here before and she’s always been very rude to do anything wrong to this person.. I will never step foot in this restaurant again.
If you're in search of the best, most authentic Italian food, look no further than Santa Lucia Pizzeria in Punta Gorda!! 🍕My husband and I make several trips a year for doctor’s appointments and always carve out time for a meal with the lovely owners, Sal and Maria.
From the moment you walk in, they make you feel like family—it's truly a home away from home. Sal, originally from Italy, puts so much love into every dish he creates, and it shows! The pizza is simply...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 1 - 8PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Santa Lucia Pizzeria & Restaurant is a family-owned and operated establishment known for its delicious Italian cuisine. The restaurant offers a wide range of menu options, including house pizzas like the everything pizza, Italian salads, and vegetarian-friendly dishes. Customers have praised the restaurant's freshly made dough, prepared daily by the husband, as well as the outstanding quality and flavor of the food, especially the meatballs, calamari, and garlic knots. The staff are nice and work well together, providing friendly and attentive service. The restaurant is not fancy but offers a cozy atmosphere in a small location within a mini strip mall. Prices are reasonable, making it a great spot for a casual meal. Many customers recommend the house special pizza, noting that the crust is especially good—similar to New York-style pizza. The owners are welcoming and chatty, creating a warm dining experience. Despite some signage challenges after Hurricane Ian, Santa Lucia Pizzeria & Restaurant remains a hidden gem in Punta Gorda, offering authentic Italian dishes and the best pizza in the area.