LUCA

436 W James St #101, Lancaster
(717) 553-5770

Recent Reviews

Rob Landon

An amazing dining experience! If you get a chance, sit at the chefs table. Everything we had was amazing, seriously, you can't go wrong here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Punk U Gaming

Food taste great, unfortunately it's very overpriced for the quantity that is provided.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Darlene Fenstermacher

Wonderful food in a great atmosphere!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Small Plates

K Fox

Service was good. We waited an hour for our food. It was delicious but not worth an hour wait.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 2

Netmouser

(Note the pizza was removed and is now in their new pizzeria restaurant by Wegman's.) Overpriced, noisy. Take a cushion, wood seats hurt after a while sitting.One table never got their dinner, even being told they were "next". After over an hour, they paid for their drinks and did not take the offer of take out, as that is not the purpose of a nice dining experience.Our group was among the first into the restaurant for dinner, we were by reservation default (unknown to us) assigned a table on the second level up steep stairs. No one should have this a default given the number of people with disabilities, and we had to wait for a "decision". Finally, we were given one of a number of empty tables on the first floor.Half liked their food a lot (pasta dish tagliatelle bolognese). Table bread (appetizer) was very good. My Luca Chicken tasted too salty/brine. Field vegetables with that were few and very oily. If you want vegetables, you need to order an appetizer for another $25 or so. Butterscotch Budino dessert was gritty, too sweet. The ricotta fritters were very good.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 2

gregg jones

I simply can not say enough good things about THIS restaurantArchitecturally, I’d be hard-pressed to suggest any improvementsThe character of this restaurant inside and outside is warm / inviting / The renovation was exceedingly well done inside and outsideThe bartender was fabulous, and remarkably informed And the cocktails were perfectthe Waite staff was on point the entire eveningThe food could not have been betterThe pasta was fantastic / the roasted chicken was positively incredibleI travel around the world for businessHong Kong / Shenzhen / Milan / Dallas / Toronto / Vancouver /And I go out to eat easily 100 times a yearThis restaurant What a truly wonderful experience - Atmosphere and foodis now one of my favoritesGregg jones

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Barbara Galbreath

Tonight we decided to try again in hopes of getting aSeat . (Last minute). The last time we were there (about 1/2 year ago) we were pleased but not impressed Like tonight. We got the last two seats at the “kitchen” Bar. What a great experience. My husband knows his “stuff” when it comes to prep and presentation. It is a passion for him !!We were impressed by how the owner over saw the majority of meals coming out. Also we can not say enough about the staff. From the moment we entered, wait staff, and the staff in the kitchen and how they prepared all the meals. We are not sure what changed but tonight was a step above. Everything was made to perfection!! We would and will share our thoughts with our friends and clients. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Den

Been here a few times and we continue to be blown away by the food & service. This time we had a party of six on Easter and were very happy with all once again! The Food is creative, well presented and delicious. The service (provided primarily by Grace) was friendly, timely and attentive. Cocktails are also creative, meticulously made and also very tasty.If you enjoy fine creative food Luca is a must go to establishment and well worth the cost.Dietary restrictions: Staff ask if you have any diet restrictions before you order - with that I assume accommodations can be made.Kid-friendliness: I would not take children here due to cost and adult palette menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Giammetta

We had a rehearsal dinner for roughly 30 people and had an amazing experience. Great food, vibe, and service with a very friendly staff. We look forward to returning when we're in the area!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dina

Sat at the Chef’s Table which was a nice experience. The chefs work well together and some seemed to be teaching others in an encouraging way. Food was great, dessert was incredible. Staff was kind. Worth visiting. Definitely busy - book a reservation.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salted Butterscotch Budino, Tagliatelle Bolognese

Evan Van Orden

Overall food was very good. Service was also good. Our seat felt crammed against a divider near the wait station so it wasn't as nice as some other places to sit. But this place is very hip and we would definitely go back!!EDIT: Food still good after several years. Only complaint is still certain seating areas are better than others. Definitely talk to hostess if you are not happy with the table you are given. Honestly sitting at the bar was a good experience if you don't like your table.Parking: Weekends it is fine to find parking. Weekdays, if you don't find a spot in their lot, you are going to park a few blocks away.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Small Plates

Bill Suggs

An amazing restaurant! Glorious drinks and food. Service was outstanding. So happy we found it!

Brian Tak

My favorite restaurant in Lancaster. I dine here a few times a month and love it. They specialize in seasonal wood fired cooking. Everything is always fresh and the menu rotates regularly. Reservations are not easy as this is a very popular restaurant. You can try to walk in or call ahead and may be able to get bar seating. They no longer serve pizza here as they opened a sister restaurant LUCA Pizza, but the pizza is not the same as it was. Nathan and his team are very talented chefs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

David Kriz

Excellent Italian food and drinks in a cozy, modern space.Parking: The on-site parking lot is convenient but limited and best for compact cars. Arrive early if you are driving there.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Norcia Pizza, Canolli, Bruschetta, Ricotta Fritters, Salted Butterscotch Budino, Margherita Pizza, Beef Carpaccio, Piccante Pizza, Tagliatelle Bolognese, Funghi Pizza, Small Plates, Carpaccio, Pepperoni Pizza

Curator Of Lanc

Parking: Apparently bus stops, handicap spots, way to close to cross streets the have signs saying no parking...

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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