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Luce
Awarded a Michelin star four years consecutively, Luce features an urban setting that is modern and sophisticated, yet stunningly warm and inviting. The main dining room features floor-to-ceiling-windows adorned with sheer metallic gold curtains. Hand-blown Italian bubble-like lamps provide a flattering glow to the dark tropical wood accents and elegantly appointed tables. The globally inspired New American menu reflects the bounties from the surrounding farms of San Francisco and changes according to freshness and seasonality. Each dish is artistically created and highlights an inventive flair for marrying diverse flavors with natural organic ingredients into a gastronomic delight. An award-winning wine program, designed by Wine Steward John Wight offers a superb collection that inspires daring pairings at prices that encourage exploration.
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139 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 139 reviews
5 stars
(58)
4 stars
(45)
3 stars
(24)
2 stars
(11)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(65)
- special occasion(59)
- notable wine list(40)
- romantic(38)
- great for lunch(27)
- good for groups(26)
Luce Reviews List
Review 1 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/21/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was outstanding. I went on Tuesday and the restruant was not busy.
The prices were reasonable, the service was friendly and well timed..
I also met the chef."
The prices were reasonable, the service was friendly and well timed..
I also met the chef."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list
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Review 2 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Luce has the best burgers around. Always cooked to perfection. Portions are just right! Love taking friends and family there."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
overpriced and pretentious
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"food was bland at best - expected a lot more out of a michelin starred restaurant"
Dined on 5/13/2013
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Review 4 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointment
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was very excited to dining at Luce.
Noise level was quiet because we were the only two people in the rest.. As we were leaving another couple came it.
Food was not up to par for San Francisco standards. The beets in the beet salad was saturated in a vinaigarette dressing
that all you could taste was the vinegar. The short rib with spaghetti was a big disappointment. The short rib was cut up in small pieces, The meat was tendered but had no taste. The broth was also tasteless. Seem like all that was used was beef broth. My friend had scallops which were plump and sweet. It was also cooked just right. What an disappointing dining experience"
Noise level was quiet because we were the only two people in the rest.. As we were leaving another couple came it.
Food was not up to par for San Francisco standards. The beets in the beet salad was saturated in a vinaigarette dressing
that all you could taste was the vinegar. The short rib with spaghetti was a big disappointment. The short rib was cut up in small pieces, The meat was tendered but had no taste. The broth was also tasteless. Seem like all that was used was beef broth. My friend had scallops which were plump and sweet. It was also cooked just right. What an disappointing dining experience"
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 5 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Decent food but service needs work
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a three course lunch here. The velouté had a nice texture but probably could've used a little more color for the garnish. Flavor was okay. I wouldn't order this again. braised short rib spaghettini for the entree. The mushrooms in the dish were yummy. While the short rib was tender and well seasoned, I thought it would've gone better with tagliatelle instead of spaghettini. The pot de Creme was average. Bf had roasted beets (good), the salmon (good), and panna cotta (avg). Service was subpar: water not refilled; had to ask for bread basket to be taken away; after we broke a glass, a new one had to be requested, rather than automatically replaced; some utensils were missing from the table placement; and error in bill calculation"
Dined on 4/30/2013
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Review 6 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best dinner I have had
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The best dinner I have had in a long time."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The restaurant is inside the
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant is inside the Intercontinental Hotel. I wish I had known that before I made the reservation. I would have passed. While the setting was pretty and the seating comfortable, the food left a lot to be desired. I had the pork tenderloin that looked like it came out of a SPAM box before being served. The plating was beautiful yet I would trade that for flavor which was lacking. My friends ordered the Lobster and again while it was pretty plating there was only average taste and not much of a serving. My boss clearly left hungry and he had a salad before his entree."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
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Review 8 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for their tasting menu using a Gilt City coupon. The meal was an absolute delight from start the finish. The wines were paired perfectly with each course and detailed explanations were given by the friendly and professional staff. I am sincerely incapable of finding even 1 flaw. This was even better than the 1st time we went there."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Innovative menu and friendly,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Innovative menu and friendly, attentive service.. Likely overlooked simply because of its location indide a hotel, it's perfect for a quiet, romantic dinner."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 10 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great presentation,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food, great presentation, great service!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another Gem in the city
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was excellent and the staff was attentive and very friendly. The staff explained each of the dishes that we ordered and explain the preparation of each dish.
The chef was excellent with fantastic flavoring and the presentation was beautiful. Excellent for special occasions and the ambiance is superb. Highly recommend and a gem in San Francisco."
The chef was excellent with fantastic flavoring and the presentation was beautiful. Excellent for special occasions and the ambiance is superb. Highly recommend and a gem in San Francisco."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had lunch whie attending
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had lunch whie attending a conference at Moscone Center. It is a short walk away. They restaurant was not busy. The setting is attractive. Since we only had luch type items, it was not a great test of the kitchen. My husband had the chicken sandwich with bacon. He enjoyed it. I had a salad with chiken breast.The chicken breast was well cooked but did not have much seasoning and did not seem very grilled despite having grill marks. The salad that my husband had as a side with his sandwich seemed identical to the one I had ordered."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 13 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hopped over to Luce from the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Hopped over to Luce from the convention center for a quick business lunch. The atmosphere was perfect, the staff were attentive in the right way, and the food did not disappoint. Definitely will keep this in mind when in San Francisco on business in the future."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best value and tasting meal in San
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Oleo ably the best meal we had in San Francisco. Wonderful ingredients, exciting menu, delicious wines and excellent service. Really well informed and charming staff. VERY good value for money. Much better than the Big Four restaurant, which was formulaic and tired. Thoroughly enjoyed our evening. It was rather noisy, but perhaps that was to be expected on Friday night, near the bar. Otherwise 10/10. Thanks"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love the beet and corrot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love the beet and corrot sorbet, easy to book."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 16 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service this time.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent service this time. Asparagus goat cheese omelet a bit bland, gluten free toast delightful and very appreciated. Invisible waitstaff effortless, perfectly supporting our needs."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
3rd time bringing a client
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"3rd time bringing a client here for breakfast during the Game Developers' Conference (once was unreserved). Unfortunately, was hovered over by passive-aggressively eager waiter obviously attempting to turn the table over quickly. "Checking in" with us literally every two minutes, I stood my ground and was finally allowed to eat in peace. However, when one is purchasing $100+ breakfast, one expects not to be pestered. This man is obvious and obnoxiously faux-obsequious and should not be working at Luce if he is only interested in turning tables. The food (2 eggs scrambled, bacon, much-appreciated gluten-free toast) was excellent. Luce continues to have the best bacon in SF. I'm sure the waiter will be gone next year, and thank goodness."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Basic hotel brunch, nothing special
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for Sunday brunch and didn't have a great experience. Half our party ordered off the menu and half ordered the buffet. The service for those ordering off the menu was incredibly slow...it is definitely more set up for a quick trip through the buffet line. We didn't get good service in terms of refills on coffee, etc. and the food was just ok, nothing special. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat at Luce again."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
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Review 19 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unique, delicious, and amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went on the last night for the culinary clash (Brennan Price) and never have I not been able to choose a favorite dish out of the three courses. Each course was filled with extremely unique flavors that all blended together in the most perfect way. The wine pairing was elegant and delicious. The service was perfectly timed and attentive and the restaurant was simple yet elegant provided the perfect surroundings. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better meal, night, and experience."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Try the tasting menu.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I got the set tasting menu with the wine pairing. The food was interesting and original. I had been to the restaurant before and just ordered menu items, the tasting menu is for sure the way to get the best and freshest items."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic restaurant- my girlfriend
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fantastic restaurant- my girlfriend and I like to find a nice restaurant to go out to every 3 months or so and we chose Luce. It was very large and open, and we were attended to very well by our server, Joe. He even took the time to learn our names and had some meaningful conversation with us.
We had appetizer, 2 entrees, and dessert. Also had the Pinot Noir- fabulous. Huge selection, high quality food that was presented beautifully and tasted amazing. We were encouraged to take our time, not rushed out.
Such a wonderful and romantic evening- and very close to Powell BART station."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Clean, hight quality food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Clean, hight quality food with excellent presebtatio, while the service just could not get any better!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
In the end, an hotel restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I found the restaurant a bit pretentious for the substance of the meal.
The tasting menu was good but not particularly outstanding, made
a bit painful by a rather slow service.
I would have expected more for the price proposed: if you go, make
sure you eat "a` la carte" rather than going for the tasting menu."
The tasting menu was good but not particularly outstanding, made
a bit painful by a rather slow service.
I would have expected more for the price proposed: if you go, make
sure you eat "a` la carte" rather than going for the tasting menu."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2012
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Review 24 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Beware the risotto
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I got the risotto and it was way undercooked. I'm a fan of al-dente, not frankly crunchy, on examination some of my risottos were only 1/3 cooked. It was also too salty but I was told that was because of the cheese?? Fortuntaly my starter- Sweetbread ravioli was lovely."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 25 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
good place for business meal
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a good meal at Luce and the open space design was nice. It was quiet considering the space and the salmon was done to perfection. Good suggestion for business lunches."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very limited menu but what
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very limited menu but what they had was quite good. The su choke soup as well as the beet salad we had for appetizers were quite wonderful. Our entrees were much less special, especially my trout dish with clams. Definitely a "meh" hip from me. Our desserts were divine however completely not worth the more than 30 minute wait from the time of ordering. Had we ordered a soufflé it would have been understandable or if the restaurant was overrun with patrons the inexcusable wait would have been understandable. Neither of these were factors the night we were there. Since there are much better Michelin rated restaurants a stones throw away we'll probably not return to this uber modern, pretentious spot."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2008
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Review 27 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The restaurant looks very
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant looks very pretty and it was quiet on a Friday night. You can enjoy a nice dinner without any noise or interruptions. The service was excellent. All the staffs were very professional and friendly.
I like their appetizer. We order the sashimi and scallops - both were very good. I ordered the lamb for entree and it was so-so. dessert was average too. But everything was nicely displace and it gave you the enjoyment just by looking at the dish.
I would recommend Luce to anyone who wants a nice dinner without worrying about noise and crowd."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 28 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service. Beautiful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service. Beautiful food. I did notice, however, that all the Asians, including ourselves, were seated at the booths in one section of the restaurant. Is this a policy of Luce? Have other diners noticed the same tendency at Luce?"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 29 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great service on a quiet night.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service on a quiet night."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 30 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
You can actually have a conversatio
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"You can actually have a conversation in this place. It is also light and has a nice vibe."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 31 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice buffet brunch, available
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice buffet brunch, available on Saturday and Sunday."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 32 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Have eaten twice here recently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have eaten twice here recently and was impressed with the excellent and attentive but discreet service, the imaginative and beautifully- presented food, and the great wine list. Could not be more satisfied with the occasions."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 33 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A+ option
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dines at Luce for late Valentine's Day dinner on Saturday and was thrilled with the experience. Great food. Great wine. Great service. I highly recommend Luce to anyone who is looking for a fantastic dining experience. They wont disappoint."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent but kind of dead at lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very quiet, nearly empty at lunch; so not at all buzzy. Good for a business conversation. Has the quality of a hotel dining room, however, so not hip. Attentive service. Very well prepared dishes, beautifully presented, quality ingredients. Excellent value 3-course lunch menu for this quality. Perhaps it is livelier at night."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was definitely deserving
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was definitely deserving of the Michelin star that Luce has, with interesting and delicious options for all courses. The ambiance and service are somewhat sterile--not cold or inappropriate, but not the reason that I'd return again. Given the quality of the food, the prices were pretty reasonable."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 36 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very mediocre on all levels.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very mediocre on all levels. well prepared food, but very strange menu. Disorganized service. Lots of better places at this price point."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
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Review 37 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good brunch place, but not special
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went there for brunch on the Sunday morning after Valentine's Day, and I was somewhat disappointed to see that it was completely empty inside.
I ordered the three-egg omelet, and my girlfriend ordered the smoked salmon benedict. Both came with potato wedges, and both were excellent. I dinged one star because their water kind of smelled like fish.
Service was very good. Our waiter was very attentive, for the most part. Only for the check did I have to flag him down.
I rate ambiance fair, but that's not quite fair, as the restaurant is part of the Intercontinental hotel lobby. Still, I expected a slightly more-romantic feel, from the pictures I saw on OpenTable."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 38 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
trying too hard ... to be
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"trying too hard ... to be something it isn't. assumes customer knows nothing about food and is reflected in food. food had supposedly extensive preparation but it simply wasn't seen or tasted. no where near Michelin stars earned.
server accommodating with quantities of wine when only tastes were desired."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2003
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Review 39 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was very disappointing-
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very disappointing- we expected a lot more from michelin star restaurant. Service and presentation were nice, but didn't make up for poor food quality. We were there for Valentines dinner and were hopping for something more special. Perhaps their regular menu is better."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
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Review 40 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I always like their Prix Fixe Menu. Very tasty."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 41 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This review is for Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This review is for Valentine's Day lunch. There was no special Valentine's Day prix fixe which I actually preferred. We ordered the Warm Arugala salad with egg, Diver Scallops, and the Short Rib Speghettini. The salad was one of the best I've ever had, I was practically licking the plate after I was done with that. Diver scallops were fresh and well-prepared, cooked perfectly. The short ribs were good but pales in comparison to the salad and scallops. The service was courteous but a bit slow since it look some time for the waiter to notice that we were out of bread and water (I really needed more bread to soak up the salad) Good prices especially considering its a Michelin starred restaurant. I will return."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had the abalone starter,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had the abalone starter, filet mignon and fish/scallop for main courses, cheese cake and lime icream for desserts, and they're all fabulous. The staff are very attentive. We'll definitely come back to try the Chef's Tasting Menu when we'll have more time next occasion."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 43 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
3-Course Meal Missed Opportunity
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Last Thursday the QS World MBA Tour was at the Intercontinental Hotel. I didn't realize that Luce was at this hotel. I checked the menu on the website and I knew what I wanted - the homemade sweetbread ravioli with crispy sweetbread. However the special that night was a 3-course meal for $36.95. I agonizingly thought if I should order a la carte from the menu or the set 3-course meal. I thought how many times I would I get to order a 3-course meal for $36.95 at a Michelin star restaurant? I decided at the end to order a la carte from the menu because the items on the 3-course meal were not listed on the a la carte menu. The food was good, but considerting the portions at Luce at the end I regretted not getting the 3-course meal for $36.95."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Luce
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We went to Luce to try their
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to Luce to try their Dine About Town menu. The food quality was excellent, but the portions were really small ... so I'm not sure that all in all it was a good value.
I also did not love the fact that it felt like we were eating in the lobby of a hotel."
I also did not love the fact that it felt like we were eating in the lobby of a hotel."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2004
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Review 45 for Luce
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good food, poor service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We entered the restaurant from the non-hotel side, and were unsure where the maitre d was; we approached one individual at a computer and he ignored us for about 20 seconds until telling us, "the hostess desk is over there, she'll be with you in a few minutes." Luckily we were seated shortly thereafter.
They brought out our amuse bouche, bread, and appetizers in a timely manner; that's when things started going downhill. After we'd finished our appetizer, we estimated it took them over 25 minutes to bring out our mains which were very small in portion size, as we were here for dine about town. After 10 minutes had passed after we'd finished our mains (with no sign of our server), we had to ask someone else to bring us dessert."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2009
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Review 46 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Top service; Panna Cotta=Michelin!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waiters were friendly and professional. We had an amazing experience and their panna cotta is probably how they got their Michelin star! The pork was very average, especially having and Asian background. Their fish was excellent though. Over all, we definitely got my money's worth since we used Dine About Town deal."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Luce
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The servers were very nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The servers were very nice and professional. As I can't take dairy stuff, a server recommended to get an assorted sorbet which wasn't in prix fixe menu. The food was very good, but I did not find that much originality."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food, wine list
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food, wine list and service"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 49 for Luce
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome meal and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was excellent. The service and the staff could not have been more professional or friendly. I thought the food was excellent as well. I cannot wait to return. The macaroons at the end as well as the deserts are to die for :)"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Luce
Based on the average of (90) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
6 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate