Located in the heart of Montreal's charming Little Italy district, the Restaurant Lucca serves market-fresh Italian cuisine. Lucca specializes in a wide range of fine gourmet dishes like fresh pasta (a popular choice: seafood linguine), seafood, risotto, veal chops, filet mignon and grilled fish. Lucca details its menu on a chalkboard since the dishes change according to market availability.
Reviews describe Lucca as an authentic upscale Italian spot in Little Italy where guests celebrate fresh pasta, seafood and meat dishes, a warm, convivial atmosphere, and service that many find attentive and knowledgeable. Standout selections often mentioned include seafood linguine, octopus, lamb chops, pappardelle, and the house bread, with tiramisu and pistachio ice cream noted for dessert and a well curated wine list praised for pairing with the menu. The setting is described as cozy and refined, sometimes bustling or tightly spaced, with reservations suggested to avoid delays. While the overall impression is highly favorable and Lucca is regarded among the citys best Italian restaurants, a few reviews point to occasional inconsistencies in service or value, such as billing for larger portions without clear consent or meals that are lukewarm. Taken together, the reviews portray Lucca as a top choice for authentic Italian cuisine in Montreal, delivering high quality flavors, a strong wine program, and a welcoming atmosphere that invites repeat visits.
Ristorante Lucca really delivers when it comes to Italian food. Everything we ordered was fresh & full of flavour. The service was solid , professional & friendly. I especially liked the terrace, nice ambiance without trying too hard. Also a good wine selection with options that pair well with the menu. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.
May 30, 2025
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Seafood linguine is well-regarded & I vouch. Muscles are the star of the show - smooth & buttery. If you judge an Italian restaurant by its olive oil, I give it an 8.5/10. Red sauce in my appetizer was nice. Calamari was very good.
The grilled octopus with a hint of mint on a chickpea puree was delicious. We also had the salmon tartare which was amazing. & the star of the show was the delectable lamb chops!
Cette soirée décevante est-elle un accident isolé ou est-elle représentative de ce que le restaurant est devenu? Nous ne le saurons jamais, mais nous n'avions jamais imaginé lors de nos visites précédentes à ce qui était notre restaurant italien chouchou à Montréal que l'équipe en salle & la brigade en cuisine pouvaient être aussi peu en forme. Triste!
'Mon expérience au Ristorante Lucca a été exceptionnelle. Dès mon arrivée, l'accueil chaleureux & la décoration raffinée m'ont immédiatement plongé dans une ambiance authentiquement italienne. Chaque plat que j'ai dégusté, des pâtes fraîches aux fruits de mer aux entrées savoureuses comme les calmars frits, témoignait d'une passion pour la cuisine de qualité & d'un savoir-faire remarquable. Le service attentionné & professionnel a ajouté une touche supplémentaire à cette expérience déjà mémorable. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant à tous ceux qui souhaitent découvrir le meilleur de la cuisine italienne en plein coeur de la Petite Italie à Montréal.'
Mar 26, 2025
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Place was wonderful. Food was amazing & the staff were so pleasant & made it a really special experience. Very personalized! Was impressed how much our waiter knew about the menu off the top of his head & how good his recommendations were. We will absolutely be back!
I rarely give a restaurant a 5-star rating, but everything here was perfect-the food, the flavors, & the way the mussels were cooked-absolutely spot on!
I highly recommend starting with the Calamari Fritti as an appetizer, & whatever you do, don't miss the Tiramisu! 👍
