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Cafe Lucci Reviews List

Cafe Lucci

Cafe Lucci’s motto, “Good Food, Good Wine, Good People,” is the distinguishing hallmark of this North Shore family-owned and operated restaurant, which is a favorite for neighborhood regulars, including many executives and professionals who hail from nearby corporations and businesses. Cafe Lucci also is a weekend and special-occasion destination for many folks who live in Chicago and have discovered an exceptional dining experience in Glenview.
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143 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(143 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 143 reviews
5 stars
(70)
4 stars
(59)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(80)
  • fit for foodies(62)
  • special occasion(50)
  • notable wine list(49)
  • good for groups(40)
  • romantic(33)
Cafe Lucci Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had dinner with my team from work. The staff is professional. The good was great."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Busy Night But Great Food

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have been to this restaurant before, as this is my Dad's favorite restaurant when he is in town. We typically come here once a year. The food on this occasion was the best I've had at this restaurant. The cream of mushroom soup was the best I've ever had. My toddler loved it. The pasta, chicken, and sea bass were very good. I the food was really good. I'm even more impressed because it was a Saturday night and it was packed but the food quality was still good. That is hard to find. It was very noisy but that was expected. Our server looked 'exhausted' but he did his best. I won't fault him and my Dad gave him a really good tip. Overall I enjoyed this dining experience. I hope they don't stop serving the cream of mushroom soup-loved it."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"the food was great except for the two individuls ordered fish which they did not like and the waiter was very nice about it and since the idividual did not want anything he did not charge us for it.
Thanks for everything,
Aida"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a Gem

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Met friends at Café Lucci, at their recommendation. What a wonderful little spot. I had ravioli, and it was some of the best I've ever had. Look for this neighborhood gem. Well worth the drive if you're not from the area. I'll be bringing my family from the west 'burbs sometime soon."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"it was quiet because it was late and on a Sunday;"
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 6 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Bobby, the owner is very friendly and visited all the tables. He even found us a great bottle of wine. The food is always good here and we always have a wonderful experience!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious food, great service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Delicious food, great service, noisy but enjoyable dinner."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

THe grilled baby octopus was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"THe grilled baby octopus was an excellent appetizer. Double cut pork chop also very good. Great service."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2012
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Review 9 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We never would have found this incredible restaurant if it wasn't for Open Table. Its located in a strip mall area but is truly a hidden gem. The waiter was perhaps the most knowledgeable I have ever had and also friendly and courteous. He split everything we ordered at the table for us without even being asked. The wines are quite expensive but we ordered the special of the night and it was delicious. Everything we ordered was amazing and this is a definite return to and recommend place. The four of us left with one word - WOW!!!!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

You can always tell when a

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"You can always tell when a restaurant is there for their profit and not for your enjoyment. Caffe Lucci overwhelms you with food and service. They begin with a plate at the table filled with a garlic spread and another bowl with veggies in a marination and bread that is warm and flavorful. Cafe Lucci may make a profit but the restaurant is there for you to enjoy. The service was flawless and the busboys did not touch the lip of the glass to their ewer.
They have a gluten-free pasta that is delicious and the desserts are too die for. All in all, the experience was delighful and the food above delicous. The waiter made great recommendations."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Throwback Italian, professional

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Throwback Italian, professional waitstaff. We enjoyed the food. They had a very good Antinori wine special for $40, which was quite a deal."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have going here for about

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have going here for about 5 years. We have never been disapointed"
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife and I had not been

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I had not been to Cafe Lucci for many years but were very glad we chose to return. Best skirt steak I have had, and my wife, a Halibut fanatic was very pleased with her entree.
We'll be back!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food is consistently very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food is consistently very good. Bread is fabulous. It can get a little crazy on a Saturday night though."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food and service were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food and service were excellent but it was very loud which made it difficult to have a conversation. We had a large round table and we couldn't hear across the table."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2005
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Review 16 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Most of the food was very

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Most of the food was very good. Service excellent. My dinner - sea bass - was very salty and probably too much butter was used in prep. We enjoyed the evening, but the noise level was overwhelming."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 17 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I have been here many times

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have been here many times with family and/or friends. The food is always excellent. The staff is always courteous, friendly, attentive (but not overdoing it)."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place for quiet dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We go here all the time, the food is outstanding - specials superb. Reasonable prices"
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2005
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Review 19 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Do not miss this place!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Cafe Lucci is one of my favorite restuarants and to have it in the suburbs is even better! They do a terrific business lunch or private business dinner. The food is exceptional and their specials are creative. One of the best!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Another fabulous meal last

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Another fabulous meal last night. The fried calamari was crisp and tender, grilled octopus was amazingly tender-the best ever we have ever ordered. The mushroom soup was very creamy, was a bit too thick and needed a little more mushroom flavor.
Pinenut (ground into flour) crusted grouper was crisp with a very moist and flaky fish and served with a very bright and flavorful tomato beurre blanc. The cioppino was a very, very large portion, with maybe a few too many mussels relative to the other components.
Veal stuffed capellaci special was flavorful and served with a smoked mozzarella tomato sauce. The risotto had a perceptible saffron note and large enough for two.
Two bone pork chop with giardiniera and sausages was spicy and del"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Cheerful atmosphere, great food.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Cafe Lucci is a bustling, large restaurant in Glenview that is a world unto itself. When we arrived
At 6:15 on Saturday the place was empty, but by 6:45 it was practically full, with
many larger tables as well as four tops. There was a large chalk lard listing the
specials and there was a full menu of choices. The "primi" and "secondi" designations
are misleading because all portions are huge. We started with a delicious grilled portobello
followed by soup and entrees. All the dishes were good, as were the desserts. Cheerful
atmosphere, great service, great food, we'll be back.
"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 22 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a good meal. I had

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always a good meal. I had the skirt steak and it was great"
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been going to Cafe

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been going to Cafe Lucci for many years, Bobby and Augie always deliver top notch food and service."
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The place is pretty nice and

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The place is pretty nice and classy. I read reviews and they all sounded very nice but...As far as food goes...the portion were small and most of the food wasn't fresh...made from scratch. My biggest problem was the fact that everything seemed very salty. I didn't feel as we should tip 20% (not fun of the food) but waiter came back asking for bigger tip (he got 10%- originally). We will probably not go there again :("
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
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Review 25 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Bring your coat!

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were seated in the back room and it was freezing!
We asked the waiter if anything could be done and he was very pleasant and the heat did come on for ~15 minutes. Then it was freezing again and he told us that that's how it is in that area of the restaurant. My friend ate with her coat on and the rest of us were very uncomfortable. The food was average. I would not return.
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Dined on 03/02/2013
 2009
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Review 26 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I was disappointed with my experience at Cafe Lucci. We didn't get our table at the reserved time; we had to wait about 30 mins. The bar didn't have certain wines and the food we ordered was mediocre. They had already run out of the special fish dish on their menu at 8 p.m. The mushroom ravioli was pasty and not very tasty. The salad and dessert was probably the best part of the meal. I don't think we will be dining here for a while. Our server gave us outstanding service; it is not his fault the food was average."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 27 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Personal and friendly with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Personal and friendly with good food"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Cafe Lucci never disappoints.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Cafe Lucci never disappoints. Always a first rate experience."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 29 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Highly recommend..excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Highly recommend..excellent service!
Go for lunch!
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Dined on 02/19/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A favorite return-to place

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A favorite return-to place that does a great job on all its fish preparations. How
nice to have a north shore great fish source for dinner. Service is always
good. They aim to please in every aspect.
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Dined on 02/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We dined here on Valentine's

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We dined here on Valentine's Day, so it was very busy. They did their best to provide a romantic ambiance, however the tables were VERY close to one another. A private conversation was difficult. However, from start to finish, the food was excellent and overall, we had a very positive experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What dining out should be

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Each time I visit Cafe Lucci I wonder why I bother to dine elsewhere. The service is friendly, knowledgeable and enjoyable. The wine selection and recommendations help me discover fantastic new wines. The food is always hot and really delicious. It makes you a hero among your guests for picking the place. You don't just have a terrific meal when you dine at Cafe Lucci, you have a truly enjoyable evening with friends."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 33 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was our first time at

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our first time at Cafe Lucci and it was very good. The server was attentative and freindly. The fish special I ordered was delicious and my husbands lobster ravioli was excellent. They even made it extra spicy for him. We definately will return with the kids next time."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2004
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistantly exceeding expectations

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Cafe Lucci consistantly provides excellent food, amazing wines, and a very good overall experience. We have been many times and continue to go back. We particually enjoy introducing Lucci's to friends and watching their faces as it lives up to all the hype we give it. If it is your first time, try the sea bass. It is as good as we have ever had, period. Enjoy!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 35 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very busy night on Valentine's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very busy night on Valentine's Day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
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Review 36 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Glenview Resident

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Although it is always busy, Valentines Day was VERY VERY busy. Our waiter still did a great job and the food was wonderful. I recommend this to everyone!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went there for a pre valentine's day dinner. The service was very attentive and the food was great."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2012
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Review 38 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was really impressed with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was really impressed with the quality of the food. The ny strip steal was great."
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 39 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We arrived on time for our reservation and were told it would be a 20-25 minute wait. This was due to inadequate 'table time' for customers before us. The service was excellent once we were seated and we had a very positive experience."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a group of 6 with a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a group of 6 with a reservation on a Saturday night and when we arrived, on time, they said they were running late and it would be 20 minutes. We didn't get seated until 45 minutes after our reserved time. We were very unhappy about that and no one from the restaurant offered to comp any portion of our meal."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2005
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Review 41 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Real Gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have been here several times and as always service and food are excellent. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a wonderful dining experience."
Dined on 02/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 42 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is our favorite restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is our favorite restaurant and we again had a wonderful, expertly prepared meal. Excellent service. This time though, for some reason the main room noise was loud and made table conversations difficult to hear. Past visits the noise was moderate and did not make talking and listening across the table a strain."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great time at cafe lucci!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great time at cafe lucci! Food, service, and wine were all top notch. Will definitely return."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was nervous meeting a blind

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was nervous meeting a blind date at this place. Our server made us feel at home and broke the ice. I had the crab cakes and the veal pancetta both were great. My date had the sea bass with pancetta and she loved it. The bottle of wine that was recommended didn't break the bank."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Go elsewhere

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"have been before and it was fine but total disappointment with a pasta dish and the staff was unconcerned..as was the manager NO offer of anything to replace it. suggest far more other suburban places than this to get a tasteful dinner. and ..this is my first negative posting on Open Table"
Dined on 01/28/2013
 2004
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Review 46 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Another great meal but this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Another great meal but this time we sat in the back room along the north side of the building. The only reason this place does not get five stars from us is because of the very strange location, lack of views, forced valet parking and tight quarters within the restaurant - otherwise this would be a five-star all around. The food is always top-notch, well-prepared & tasty - albeit pricey. This time we had see scallops with fettuccine and sun-dried tomatoes a light yet flavorful dish. The double pork chop with pepperoncini and italian sausages was outstanding and as protein packed as it sounds. The chicken marsala had two large chicken breasts and plenty of wine soaked mushrooms. The chocolate gelato was amazingly smooth and rich for desser"
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 47 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very accommodating to our

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very accommodating to our small family w one child. Friendly engaged service that made the evening fun. Would recommend to all my friends."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I took a client for dinner.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I took a client for dinner. I walked in and from the owner to the server, I was made to feel like I was at home. The veal chop was a winner
The wine list had a nice selection of wine under $40.
I look forward to returning.
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Dined on 01/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 49 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service and food are great.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service and food are great. Hard to find good veal in the burbs. I had the veal special it was fork tender."
Dined on 01/21/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Cafe Lucci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Slow

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very slow service - waited 30 minutes for a glass of wine. Will not go back."
Dined on 01/19/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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