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.
Le rapport qualité prix est mauvais. Oui tout était correct voir bien mais cela reste très chère pour ce que l'on a dans l'assiette. Pas de réel reproche à part le prix. 135$ pourboires inclus, sans avoir fais d'excès, c'est quand même un peu beaucoup. Ce restaurant ne vaut pas le coût, au premier sens du terme. Un peu déçu même si j'ai passé un plutôt bon moment.
Tucked away on a side street in Little Italy, Lucca is easily the best Italian restaurant in Montreal! Lovely atmosphere, great service & the food is divine. Try the fillet mignon pasta!
Une soirée parfaite, des cocktails pour débuter jusqu'à la Grappa pour terminer! Le souper fut exceptionnel & les conseils de notre serveur, juste parfaits, surtout pour le vin & la délicieuse gelato à la pistache! Merci!
Magnifique restaurant , bon service, cuisine exquise. Probablement dans le top 3 du meilleur plat de pâtes que j'ai manger dans ma vie 10/10 , je recommande !
Excellent food, friendly service, great menu choices. We started with fried calamari & grilled octopus. It was fresh & delicious. As for the main course I had the filet mignon it was amazing & my better half had the gnocchi, he loved it, it's handmade by their chef! I recommend this place.
Feb 11, 2024
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Food & service were amazing, 5 ⭐️! I highly recommend the veal chop 💯. We got Buratta & Calamari for appetizers, which were both so good. The only issue is there are too many people in a small area, & the noise level is too high.
Lucca's atmosphere is wonderful : the music fades into the background, leaving patrons with an energetic ambience of voices chattering & cutlery clattering: everyone seems to be having a good time. Its wait staff is friendly & competent. They will introduce you to the menu perfectly, & answer any questions you may have. Unfortunately, while Lucca's dishes are certainly good (particularly the buffala-tomato antipasti, & their tiramisu), their price point is simply too high relative to *how* good they are. I ordered their specialty, the linguine al fruti di mare, & while it was certainly good, it wasn't 42-dollars-plus-tax good. Add to that a somewhat slow service, & Lucca is a place where I would certainly say I had a good time, but likely won't be returning to.
A magical moment for my date & me last night. We enjoyed the veal, gnocchi, & chocolate fondant, all of which were delicious & delicately prepared, providing a comforting experience. The key to our enjoyment was the variety that encourages us to return & try other dishes. The staff took excellent care of us, being extremely friendly & caring, making us feel at home. Tony, an excellent host, demonstrated passion & pride in the restaurant's offerings. He provided honest insights into dish sizes & offered great recommendations. Thank you again for the amazing night; we look forward to returning!
