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Luca D'Italia
Chef Frank Bonanno dug into his Sicilian heritage and east coast roots to create this authentic Italian Eatery. Brightly painted walls and contemporary art create an upscale, urban feel at Luca d’Italia, where knowledgeable servers quickly meet your needs and engage easily in conversation about a menu that changes monthly. Luca has amazing personal touches from the daily made breads and pastas to the meats and cheeses that are cured in house, to the charcoal drawing of Bonanno’s son (and the restaurant’s namesake) that hangs in the dining room. Luca d’Italia is colorful, lively, and tasty; the menu is designed for gluttonous abandon. It’s not your ordinary pile-of-pasta-and-sauce Italian joint; it’s the real (and tasty) deal.
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130 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 130 reviews
5 stars
(74)
4 stars
(32)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(87)
- special occasion(86)
- notable wine list(69)
- romantic(64)
- neighborhood gem(54)
- good for groups(7)
Luca D'Italia Reviews List
Review 1 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved It!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food, service and ambiance was wonderful! As far as dining experiences go, we could not ask for more. Try the Pappardelle Bolognese; the ragu sauce is outstanding."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First wedding anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I ate here for our first anniversary and each had the six course chef tasting menu and wine pairing. The food was amazing, the service was perfect (even after I forgot to give her a gift card we had and she had to void our check and rerun it) and even though it's expensive - not one thing was overpriced or overrated on that menu. We will absolutely be back for the next special occasion."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely first rate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved the food, the service, and the ambiance."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service lacking
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Although the wait staff was quite knowledgeable, the service was quite inattentive. The ambiance was excellent andthe food interesting but not great. I was expecting an outstanding experience."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 5 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wedding Ann
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I don't think my husband & I could have chosen a more perfect restaurant to celebrate our first anniversary. It was quite delicious & the service was excellent. I recommend the 4-course tasting menu with the wine pairing."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second visit by accident
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I last went to Luca 3 years ago. I booked it again based on 5280 list without realising I had been prior.
It was very very good. Good selection of creative dishes (wild boar past was superb). The caramel sauce for the almond cake was worthy of a visit itself. Wine list is extensive and well priced. I will certainly book again."
It was very very good. Good selection of creative dishes (wild boar past was superb). The caramel sauce for the almond cake was worthy of a visit itself. Wine list is extensive and well priced. I will certainly book again."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"$$$ but worth every cent. This place is an outstanding Italian resturant with a French attention to detail."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 8 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Romantic evening.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had an amazing anniversary evening. The service was wonderful: we are very slow diners, and they really got it. And the food was magnificent. I had the rabbit, which was incredible, and my husband loved the halibut. The food in every dish was of exceptional quality. This is a great restaurant."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Three Strikes for Frank
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Luca was the third Bonanno restaurant we have tried since returning to Denver from 3 years in NYC. We were the biggest fans of Mizuna and Luca for nearly 10 years prior. However, something has clearly changed in our absence. The prices have gone up, the portions have shrunk and the good quality has seriously suffered. I guess now that Frank has an empire of like 40 restaurants in the Denver metro area, something had to give. Unfortunately it is the food that is most affected, and not in a positive way. Good luck with the oversalted "cafeteria food" concepts that now pervade your restaurants. You have sadly lost two of your most devoted fans."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 10 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect evening
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/01/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"On my first trip to Denver, I made reservations at Luca D'Italia based on several positive online reviews.
My party of four thoroughly enjoyed the evening from the friendly greeting and thereafter. Complimentary proseco and amuse bouche started out a fantastic experience. We split several starters and we all had mouth watering entrees. The wine list served us well as did the deserts. Highly recommended."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food But....
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service. Portion size was very small for price! Nearly no size difference between app pasta and entree pastas. Don't go there hungry."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great service. Everything was fantastic. I noted on the reservation that it was my girlfriend's birthday and everyone from the hostess to the people bring the food all said happy birthday."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
SINCE IT WAS SO HIGHLY RATED
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"SINCE IT WAS SO HIGHLY RATED WE EXPECTED A GRANDER EXPERIENCE
SERVICE WAS SLOW - HOWEVER EVERY TABLE WAS OCCUPIED - STILL MORE STAFF WAS NEEDD"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent. We had the halibut
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent. We had the halibut and the cod."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I've been to Luca a number
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Luca a number of times over the last several years. Usually it has been a memorable experience; however, this last visit was disappointing. Service was above average but not at its usual superior level. Our server seemed to be far more interested in other tables besides ours and I heard her describing menu options to another table that were not offered to us. Also, our wait for our main course was longer than it should have been. The food was good but routine and its quality did not justify its price. Overall, I would speculate that there is a level of burnout in the staff, especially in the kitchen."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food, pace of service,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food, pace of service, and ambiance. It is a great place for a dinner meeting and I highly recommend to anyone looking for an excellent dining experience."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great, knowledgable service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great, knowledgable service. The waiter's recommendation of Nebbiolo with my Fusilli and mushrooms was inspired! The fusilli was not al dente, but the dish, and all the other dishes, were flavorful and delicious. Reasonable portions. Loved it."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 18 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We did the chef's tasting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We did the chef's tasting menu - the six course. The food was delicious and the wine pairing done by the Sommelier was perfection! Luca is not cheap. I was disappointed with the service for the level of price that you pay. Our waiter was not very friendly. It was at least ten minutes from when we were seated to when he came over to our table. He never introduced himself and I felt like we were a burden to him rather than valued customers. The poor service is what kept this from being a five star review. Also, be prepared for a leisurely dinner. It was 2.5 hours from start to finish."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointment
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We dined at Luca D'Italia on 4/20/2013 and were pretty disappointed in the overall food. The service was fine, maybe a bit slow, but the restaurant was busy at the time. However, we left with a $250 tab before the tip, and the food was very disappointing. The meatballs were dry, the calamari bland, and the dessert (toasted almond cake) was truly the worst I have ever had. On a positive note, the ambiance was nice and the wine list was good. However, there are many other places in Denver I would rather spend $300 on."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
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Review 20 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great meal with great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great meal with great service. Little slow but wasn't an issue for us."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 21 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Still Amazing!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Eric, the new Chef, hasn't lost a step since Hunter moved to LA. We have dined there twice since January, and we LOVE the changes. Especially since rabbit is back on the menu, and the rabbit is absolutely SUBLIME! Hooray to Frank Bonnano for always having terrific chefs at Luca!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really outstanding Italian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really outstanding Italian cuisine!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good, very different
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good, very different than most Italian restaurants I am use to. I recommend the Honey Crusta for a drink! Couldn't stop drinking them haha. I also recommend the Scallops for dinner. So good, adn the scallops were cooked just right. The service was ok, our waitress was alittle snooty, but i was not there for her i was there for the food. I would recommend this to anyone!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed the pace of service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed the pace of service and time to visit with family. Thanks."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Luca remains my go to restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Luca remains my go to restaurant in Denver. Hands down the best Italian in town - classic and creative, and absolutely fine dining. Mr. Bonano and his staff consistently deliver. And in a time where restaurants believe aerobic-level noise is hot, Luca's atmosphere remains romantically subdued and grown up."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 26 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
GO and try it.. it is great!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Luca is one of my favs in Denver. Im a non-snob foody who loves chefs that go out on a limb. I love their simple European ambiance. I feel like I'm anyplace but Denver. It's like walking into a great neighborhood place in Paris or Rome. I love that they are always consistent. My only "argh" is portion size. I dont mind the prices. But too many little tiny bits start grating a bit. The "little bite" to start with is always delicious but seriously.. almost embarasing it is soooooo tiny... and the tiny tiny delicious cookies at the end? I love em! But.. if you want to serve me a cookie at least make it as big as a vanilla wafer! I tried the chefs 6 course tasting menu.. REMARKABLE in every way but the portions."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just an outstanding place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Just an outstanding place . Food is 5 star. Jim Herbst does a great job for his customers."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definately one of Denver's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Definately one of Denver's top restaurants!!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We are usually big fans of
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are usually big fans of everything Frank Bonanno does, and we've been to Luca several times, though not for a few years. Unfortunately, we didn't have a great experience when we visited in March. It took 20-25 minutes before our first drink made it to the table, and we still hadn't ordered our first course yet. Most of the food was ... fine. Although the bread basket was down-right awful and one of the pastas we ordered, the cavatelli, bordered on inedible. Service at Bonanno's places is usually professional and gracious. The night we were there, they were slow and rather disinterested. Not sure we'll go back, which is very sad."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2005
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Review 30 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We did the prix fixe menu and it was great to be able to taste from each category on the menu. Every course was delicious beyond belief."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sophisticated and intimate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sophisticated and intimate restaurant with a wait staff that exuded impeccable hospitality, and an exquisite and savory food menu. The staff was also very accommodating with special requests."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
food was outstanding and wine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"food was outstanding and wine recommendation was perfect!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 33 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The 4 course price fixe dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The 4 course price fixe dinner with wine pairing is a wonderful way to sample the best Luca has to offer. A highly knowedgeable wait staff and Sommellier will guide you through an evening of Italian cuisine right out of Venice"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very Sloooooow
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was leisurely to the point of seeming forgetfulness. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant if you require good service."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
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Review 35 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed our dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed our dining experience very much. The arugula salad was good but not as exceptional as either the first or second courses. The duck duo was extraordinary."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience all around.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great experience all around. The attention to detail with
Food and service was amazing. Huge kudos..."
Food and service was amazing. Huge kudos..."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First time at Luca. Tried
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time at Luca. Tried Tasting menu and I thought it was pricey.
I wanted Tasting menu and my dinner date wanted ala carte which is not allowed!!!
Not a satisfying experience."
I wanted Tasting menu and my dinner date wanted ala carte which is not allowed!!!
Not a satisfying experience."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 38 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The restaurant has really
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant has really changed. Food is still unparalled, but the charm of a casual atmoshphere is gone. Also, the wait staff were harried. Our waiter was particularly unfriendly, haughty and very slow with a glass of wine. We seemed to be an imposition. Even the somalier took an order for wine and then simply forgot it.
Still, the food is probably worth it. But staff did put a damper on a special evening."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 39 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When it comes to romantic,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When it comes to romantic, Italian dining, Luca D'Italia is unparalleled."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love everything about this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love everything about this place!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The sommelier was top notch he wrote down
The names of the wines for us-- we both
Enjoyed the tasting menu and liked most,
Beet salad, scallops, steak, bolognese, more
than others, calimari, wild boar.
,"
The names of the wines for us-- we both
Enjoyed the tasting menu and liked most,
Beet salad, scallops, steak, bolognese, more
than others, calimari, wild boar.
,"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 42 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I have eaten
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I have eaten at Luca d'Italia six or eight times. But this most recent visit was the best! The staff was great and very helpful, and the food! The food! Just fabulous! Expensive. But fabulous!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
An old favorite falls way short
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Luca has long been one of our favorites but truth be told this was a very disappointing Wed. nite dinner. The service between appetizer and main course was extremely slow. The suckling pig dish I had was overcooked- the meat being dry and the exterior over-crisped. Scallops were better and lamb was as well. Wine list is outstanding and the sommelier was extremely knowledgeable and helpful-a definite plus. They just seemed off their game in terms of both timeliness of food delivery and quality. The menu is also moving away from a focus on superb main ingredients perfectly prepared to lots of excess complexity with little culinary payoff. This place has long been one of our favorites and always 4-5*'s in past..."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2004
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Review 44 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not Worth It
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my 2nd time at Luca. Luca is good choice if you want to impress someone, but the house thinks it is better than it is. While we were quickly offered a duck liver amuse bouche, we had to wait another 45 minutes to receive bread; the house bread was spongy, white and tasteless. 15 later, we received our appetizers. No further bread was offered when the basket was empty. The calamari was excellent. The entrees were generally very good though the menu is misleading. The "sunflower seed risotto" consisted of sunflower seeds *prepared* as if they were risotto--no actual risotto. The server thought she worked in a diner--don't touch the patrons even in a friendly manner. And $17 for a Stranahan's? Come on, Bonanno."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 45 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A bit too snooty for us!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perhaps we weren't prepared for the eclectic menu at this restaurant. We tried to enjoy our meal, but it was a balance of getting enough to eat, trying some new food items and trying not to have to take out a loan to pay for it all! It also seemed like since we didn't order wine with our meals that the waiter's attitude towards us changed and he wasn't as attentive as initially. We are surprised that there are still restaurants in this day and age that do that! If money is not a concern and you want to try some unique food combinations then this is your place. If you want a good hearty Italian meal then we would suggest somewhere else."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 46 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Never returning. Horrible
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Never returning. Horrible service."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
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Review 47 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overpriced and I would not
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overpriced and I would not return, the food was okay at best."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
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Review 48 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just a wonderful experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Just a wonderful experience overall. From the moment we walked in, it was great service and the best tasting food. We shared the buratta and it was amazing. We had a pasta dish and an entree each. It was incredible. Great service and just a wonderful atmosphere. We will be back!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"After an amazing experience one week before at Mizuna we decided to try Luca D'Italia. When booking there was only a 9pm reservation which we accepted (same time we ate at Mizuna). The food was good, well presented and the service initially was excellent. Halfway through dinner we realized we would be the last table in the restaurant and noticed our service started to decline. Our server, though very knowledgeable, seemed tired and primarily focused on closing the evening. The staff congregated around the bar waiting for us to finish. When were done and walking out the door, someone actually cheered that we were leaving. When you spend $250.00 on dinner for two you expect more. We won't be returning."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 50 for Luca D'Italia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Luca D'Italia is fabulous.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Luca D'Italia is fabulous. I bring friends often. The food is stunning - always creative and interesting, without being fussy and over the top. The service is impeccable, too. One of my very favorite restaurants in all of Denver. Thank you, Luca D'Italia.
Amelie Buchanan Johnson"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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