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.
Comme un voyage en Italie! Mon potage était bien, mes pâtes à la pancetta étaient bonnes mais trop salées, le gelato al pistacchio, un délice qui m'a ramené directement à Lucca en Toscane ❤️
Ask around & you'll hear that this is THE best restaurant in Little Italy. The setting was wonderful, the ambiance was lovely (chic, even), & the maitre d' was exceptional--presenting a dramatic reading of the menu. But the food was disappointing. It was standard (not exceptional), & only one dish (the fried calamari) came out sufficiently hot or sufficiently seasoned. You'll be out of place without a bottle of Acqua Panna on your table, so go for a big night out & expect a hefty tab.
Can't say enough about the food, especially their homemade gnocchi. Great dining experience & the staff were super friendly. Will definitely come back next time we're in Montreal.
Jul 28, 2024
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Stopped by during the day to see the menu & inquired about reservation. Advised the chef just arrived & menu is not ready yet. Liked the fact that chef is in charge of me he based on available ingredients of the day. Small & cozy place. Reservation was made for 6 PM with our commitment to leave by 8:30 PM. Seasonally available food was fresh Hence, delicious. Fried calamari was heavenly light & crispy. Fresh figs filled with cheese & wrapped in spam was little salty but coupled with glass of red wine was perfect. Grilled Veal chop with polenta & spinach was juicy & cooked to perfection. Halibut, shrimp combined with fresh grilled asparagus, peppers, zucchini, eggplant & anise was my favorite special of the day. Fish was just grill enough to be moist & delicious. Shrimp was crispy yet not dry. Dessert options sounded good but diet killed the pleasure 😔. Oh well next time
Jun 22, 2024
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The appetizers were fine. However, there was an inordinate amount of time between the appetizer & the Entree. We both ordered the 2 fish combo of Halibut & Shrimp. For $56 each I don't expect lukewarm food when it finally arrived. Food always tastes better hot. My wife ate hers & I sent mine back. When it arrived for the 2nd time it wasn't much better. Plus the Halibut was overcooked & dry. No apologies. When I left the waiter said, "What do you want me to do"? I expect a more concerned response since he was supposed to be making me the guest feel appreciated. In retrospect, we probably should have ordered pasta, since we could see those dishes steaming as they went by our table. However, given that the restaurant didn't have a huge menu which is good. All the dishes should be good. Poor food & service really is not acceptable. All the more disappointing since we had been looking forward to it. My brother who had his office Christmas party there was very positive about the restaurant. All in all. It is unlikely that we would return given both the poor meal & the indifference of the staff. Dined on 25MAY24
