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Restaurant Reviews for Lucca

Lucca

226 Hanover St.
Boston, MA 02113

Lucca has become one of the most talked about restaurants in Boston. Zagat survey names them, 'Best New Italian Restaurant' and they won a coveted Best of Boston award for their elegant and lively bar. Whether you join them for a relaxing dining experience or a little later for cocktails and to sample their late night menu, you will be won over by Lucca's elegant charm and warm ambiance.

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Richmond

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.2 out of 5 (173 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

special occasion (82)
notable wine list (75)
romantic (74)
fit for foodies (73)
neighborhood gem (49)
good for groups (30)
hot spot (19)
late-night find (8)
vibrant bar scene (8)
scenic view (7)
great for lunch (2)

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Lucca Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I had the veal chop. Best I have had in ten years! My husband had the halibut special also fab. The antipasto was fresh and flavorful. I will reccomend to friends and I know I will return again"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 2 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a wonderful dinner!! It shows that the chef had been at the French Laundry and Per Se with Thomas Keller in every dish. We stuck with the prix fixe menu which at $37 pp was quite reasonable.
The only complaint would be that the bread was not warm and not up to the standards of the rest of the menu. That was too bad because instead of serving it with butter, it was served with a white bean dip. We went thru 2 portions of that!
The risotto was a little different, not as creamy as I would have expected but, filled with the best of ingredients. I will ask for this as an entree on my next visit. My wife's soup was also delicious. I was in the mood for a good pasta dish, the bolognese sauce was delicious (but, a tad dry)."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 3 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The best thing was the gnocchi appetizer with oxtail sauce -- that was delicious. However, the romano salad was basically average, and the rigatoni with wild boar was a real disappointment: sweet-ish, sticky, room temperature rather than hot. Also, the wine list is definitely over-priced."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 4 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"food was great,service great;waitress very helpful with wine selection. Attentive waitstaff. Will definitely return"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/07/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 5 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful food and in the center of the North End food district. Very busy, but still romantic."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 6 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This is my third time at Lucca. Food is very good although everytime I go there they have exactly the same dishes. Service is good but a bit too pushy. Don't appreciate talking with my date and having someone always interrupting us."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 7 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had not been to Lucca in awhile and it was good to be back. We were a group of four and each ordered a different entree - all were excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/07/2010)

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Review 8 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was very good.The service was excellant.I will be returning."

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 9 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My wife and I were in Boston for Valentine’s Day. In the past we have avoided eating out on that day because it was always rushed. We were pleasantly surprised by LUCCA. We have been often to NY’s Little Italy and didn’t expect the restaurant ambiance to be so elegant. We were seated immediately and given a great table. The staff at the reception desk were friendly and our waiter was attentive. The food was memorable. The Capriccio was the best we ever tasted. The salad was enormous and perfectly balanced. Our two pasta dishes were simply delicious. We are looking forward to our next trip"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 03/04/2010)

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Review 10 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My girlfriend took me here for my birthday dinner. but the great service started before we even sat down. I walked in to see about a valet because there was no parking on any of the streets, the server acutally walked out of the restaurant and got me a parking spot. When I returned from parking I was pleased to see a huge wine listand a great dinning enviorment. My girlfriend and I had an exceptional meal with exceptional service to match from the server to the food runner and the bus person. With such a great experince we have already added Lucca to our favorites and plan on returning much more often to try all the great food."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/28/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 11 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We went to Lucca for Valentine's Day and were really pleased. It was surprisingly quiet, considering it was a holiday and really crowded. We had made reservations ahead of time, were seated promptly, and the food was amazing."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/24/2010)

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Review 12 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"thought the menu could have used a little more selections."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/24/2010)

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Review 13 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We went to Lucca in the North End on a Saturday night. We had to change the reservation to add another person and the staff were very accommodating. The service, wine list and food selections were all excellent. We all had a great time and would happily return!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/22/2010)

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Review 14 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The beef carpacio and pasta bolognese were superb. The surf and turf special was outstanding. The meals are consistently excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 15 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I had a reservation, and my date and I got right in. We sat very close to the surrounding tables and could hear the couple next to us conversation. The waitress was very pleasant and the food came right away, almost too fast but the restaurant was modern and very enjoyable. The food was excellent, perfect portions and a great menu! I would come back for more!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 16 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"All in all a very good special occasion restaurant. Service was very good as was the food. The only down side was parking."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 17 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Food was fantastic. The wait staff were superb in offering opinions on wine, meal and desert, including them identifying items that were good on the menu but that there were probably better choices that night - well done. Even though we were there on the Saturday night before Valentines Day and they were looking to move the volume of customers through, we let our waitress know that we wanted to take a little time after our entree to finish our wine before desert and she accomodated us beautifully.
Last note - parked in the Govt Center garage ($10 at night) and the 5 minute walk back to the car was perfect after the meal."

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 18 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"great food and service, def. reccomend this to anyone who enjoys great italian food"

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 19 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Lucca is AMAZING and I'm so grateful I found OpenTable online to help me make the tough-to-find reservation for 5 the night before Valentine's Day! Best meal, wonderful ambiance. A must-go-to in the North End! :)"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 20 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"It was a great experience...dinner was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed their meal.On my reservation I had noted it was my daugther's bdday....surprised that no one offered a desert or notice of her bday. I had invited 5 people and so it was a good size bill...the least they could have offered would have been a tiramsu"

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 21 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great service with great food. I don't think you can make a better choice for a special occasion"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 22 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Everything was great
We requested a different table after we were seated and we were accommodated right away with exactly what we wanted.
The food was delicious and the portions were just right.
We would have liked a little more time between appetizers and the main course and we will request as much the next time we have dinner there.
We are very happy with our experience."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 23 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My husband and I visited Lucca on Valentine's Day. We valeted the car and were seated promptly downstairs when we arrived (even though we were a little early). We took a wine suggestion from the waitress, which turned out to be an excellent choice. Out first course consisted of the Insalata Verde and the Gnocchi. The salad was ok, nothing special. The Gnocchi came out burned, so my husband sent it back and they prepared him a new plate, which he ended up thoroughly enjoying. The main entrees were fabulous. I had the Scallops & Duck and my husband had the Pork Chop. We also got a side of Chessy Garlic Bread (at the suggestion of the waitress), which I would also strongly suggest. We didn't stay for dessert."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 24 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food was good but the service was not. The waiter tried to increase the dollar amount of our order at every junction, something that is usually done subtly and I don't mind but this was over the top and annoying. At the end the waiter took our receipt (a good 10 minutes before we actually left) for our coats and said they would be at the front. We then had to wait another 10-15 minutes at the front to get our coats and then had to pressure the host to again go retrieve our coats. I doubt we will go back."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 25 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was amazing. I went with my girlfriend for Valentine's day. We got a great table tucked in a corner in the basement so it make things more private. I had a mouth watering filet topped with some sauce that was delicious. Definitely recommend it. Get the dessert special for two. The flourless chocolate cake with ice cream is unreal."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 26 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Went for Valentine's Day, made reservations for 5:30pm, arrived a little early, promptly seated, coat service, great wine list, fantastic menu, outstanding service, I will go back again and again."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 27 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I had a grilled Chilean Sea Bass that was cooked properly and seasoned well. It came with beet risotto that was a very tasty surprise. My wife's veal chop was very well prepared and the mushroom and truffle sauce was delicious. Nothing groundbreaking here but certainly very well-made Roman cuisine."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 28 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We've been to many restaurants in the North End, but this was by far the best! The food was delicious, the waitstaff extremely knowledgeable, wonderful atmosphere,and outstanding service was. We were very happy!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 29 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was fabulous and exceeded our expectations."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 30 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a great table. Service and food were good despite the busy evening. No headache after a bottle of reasonably priced wine. Very recommendable."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 31 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Very crowded, noisey and the staff was very unprofessional and unorganized. The food was just fair. Had a reservation, but waited over an hour for a table."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 32 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fabulous waiter, the orechiette with truffle oil blew my mind."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 33 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food was delicious, service was great. Very pricey. Would return for special occasion only, not a regular night out.."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 34 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Time and time again Lucca delivers the goods."

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/11/2010)

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Review 35 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"First visit for us and we loved it. The food and service was wonderful. We will be back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 36 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was excellent and the staff was very helpful and accommodating as our party grew from 12 to 16 at the last minute. I will certainly be returning and will recommend Lucca to any one dining in Boston."

Special Features: notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 37 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"While the service and food were both very good, the noise level was completely unacceptable. My partner and I were yelling at each other just to hear ourselves over everyone else. The seating is setup poorly and is too crammed."

Special Features: notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 38 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Outstanding Rest.....Great menu ....Outstanding wine selection...a little pricey on the wine markup, but within reason"

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 39 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This was a first using open table to make a reservation. It was quick, efficient and so easy and a confirmation was almost immediate. I also reguested that we be on the main floor near a window and we were delighted our requested was honored. We loved it!!!"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/22/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 40 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Our four diners enjoyed our meals. My beef tenderloin and accompaniments were terrific. The diver scallops were excellent, but the potato kale hash was too potatoy and the truffle mushrooms, while maybe present, had little impact on the flavor or aroma of the dish. The noise level was high as evidenced by the fact that we all had to lean into the conversation to be heard. However, they had two private parties in the guest dining rooms which may have accounted for the high noise level. The general feeling was that the entrees were a bit pricey given the ambiance."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 41 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I have eaten here several times before & the food was always excellent. This time was less pleasurable for me - which was disappointing since we were there to celebrate two birthdays. We were seated by the back door (which was drafty) next to the bar area (which had a few very LOUD patrons). I had the beef carpaccio app - it was good, horseradish sauce wasn't overpowering. Mom had the signature app (duck confit) she loves, said it was good but different this time. My guy had the oxtail gnocchi app that was DELICIOUS! Dad had the mussels app & was very pleased. I had the scallop entree, cooked well but disappointed with the side. Overall was just good. Bistecca was excellent - cooked perfectly, side was great! Went elsewhere for dessert."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/25/2010)

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Review 42 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was exquisite, especially the Duck Confit appetizer and the Beef Tenderloin entree. I also really liked the twist on broccoli rabe by adding spice to it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/25/2010)

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Review 43 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The service was great but the food was just okay. I had the pumpkin ravioli and the cider broth was overwhelmingly sweet."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/22/2010

(review submitted 01/24/2010)

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Review 44 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"the food was excellletn.....great restuarnat in Little Italy section of Boston.
Only suggestion would be be more variety of choices"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/17/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 45 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a lovely meal and experience at Lucca. The food, wine and service were excellent and the atmosphere is comfortable and friendly. I highly recommend this North End restaurant."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 46 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food and service overall. Our party of 4 sat in the far room front from the hostess station. Way way too loud!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/16/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 47 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The staff was very accomodating. They were right there to do everything from take your coat to call a taxi. Prices are a little high but the food is well worth it. Definitely will go back! Steak and scallops were perfectly cooked."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
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Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/16/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 48 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The waitress came over to the table far too often. Had she been observant, she would have noticed that we hadn't looked at the menu ..."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/17/2010)

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Review 49 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Lucca was excellent. The food was terrific. Both steak and fish were cooked to perfection. Our server was right on. He was available all night without hovering over us. He made an excellent recommendation for our choice of wine. I plan to return to Lucca. I would recommend it to anyone."

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 50 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Food was excellent - pumpkin ravioli was to die for!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 51 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"we went on new years eve, so the place was understandably packed and chaotic. food was super good. service was a little spotty but still friendly. highly recommended, and the service has been really good the other times i've been."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 52 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a wonderful experience here on New Year's Eve. It was very lively and filled with a younger-type crowd... the hostess went out of her way to seat us at a quieter, very nice table on the lower level, which was greatly appreciated. Service and food were excellent, especially the boar rigatoni. Will definitely return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/02/2010)

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Review 53 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I liked that they didn't put too many tables in the room so that it had
good space for eating / drinking at the bar, at high top tables, and
not too many dinner tables."

Special Features: good for groups

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/30/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 54 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"The only positive note was the service. Monstruous portions of sauce on way over-cooked pasta. It seems nobody in that kitchen knows anything about italian cooking (all about al dente pasta with a little delicate sauce). I was so discouraged when I saw my plate (baked orechiette with sausage, rapini and...)that I took maybe five or six bites of it. Incidentaly, I wonder how such a huge main dish can be preceeded by a lonely single slice of prosciutto. For the same price in Montreal, I can buy 25 slices of authentic prosciutto di Parma. The quality of the food is not even on the same planet as the quality of the wine list. How can anybody have a $500 or $800 bottle of wine with the kind of meal I could have in any diner??"

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/27/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 55 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food was great but I wish I could have seen it. There was only a small candle on the table. Service was very good."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/23/2009

(review submitted 12/29/2009)

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Review 56 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Allthough it wasn't very crowded, there was quite a noise level. We had a hard time understanding our waitress (who should have yelled but couldn't - or wouldn't). Although the food was well prepared, it was less of a delight than we had experienced here before. Nothing special really and in some instances even somewhat bland. Don't get me wrong, the food is good, but unlike before it feels like you're paying too much for what you're getting. A nice wine selection with bottles starting in the $40's reaching into expense account stratosphere ($1250?). Lucca is still a safe bet in the North End if you want to escape red sauce. But it seems to have lost some of its "wow.""

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/27/2009

(review submitted 12/29/2009)

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Review 57 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Waitress was excellent, recommended a great wine and was the perfect blend of friendly and attentive and leaving us to enjoy the food. The food was delicious, great mussels and scallops, melt in your mouth steak. We had a small table in the corner near the window, perfect for two on a special occasion. We dressed up and felt proper, but you could also go more casual."

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/12/2009

(review submitted 12/26/2009)

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Review 58 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Lucca was just okay. I go out to eat a lot and was not very impressed. The waitress was knowledgeable but rushed us. We asked for a quiet table since we were on a mini honeymoon and our table was attached to a waitstaff station and we kept hearing the clanking dishes and the wall right next to our table was moving. NOT romantic or quiet. There just should not be a table there. The Caesar salad was not very good and came out with anchovies. The waitress should have asked if we wanted them because I couldn't touch it after that. My pasta dish was pretty good but nothing special that I would go back for and not worth the price. My husband loved his steak but again not the best. I wouldn't go again unless nothing else is available."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/18/2009

(review submitted 12/20/2009)

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Review 59 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"outstanding restaurant with a warm welcome and attention to customer satisfaction by management and staff"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/18/2009

(review submitted 12/20/2009)

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Review 60 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The staff was very accommodating and friendly. Our table in the window was a bit drafty, so they moved us the minute we mentioned this, which we appreciated. Food was great. We had a lovely evening all around."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/18/2009

(review submitted 12/20/2009)

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Review 61 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Always receive a good meal, service and great wine at Lucca's. Continues to get high marks."

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/16/2009

(review submitted 12/19/2009)

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Review 62 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I had a terrific dining experience at Lucca. The food was delectable and very promptly served. My only (minor) problem was that our waiter seemed to notice that my dining partner and I were college students, and he just didn't quite treat us like adults. It could've just been his personality though, so don't fire anyone based on that!"

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/17/2009

(review submitted 12/19/2009)

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Review 63 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great Service added to a very good menu and meal.."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/16/2009

(review submitted 12/18/2009)

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Review 64 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Best restaurant in the North End"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/10/2009

(review submitted 12/15/2009)

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Review 65 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Terrific restaurant with great food and very good service. For some reason, I was expecting a waterfront restaurant because somewhere in the web information it was touted that way; but it was located far up at what I consider "the beginning" of Hanover St. So that was a little disappointing. But the neighborhood is vibrant and the short walk to Mike's Pastry was a bonus! Overall, a great dining experience!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/08/2009

(review submitted 12/10/2009)

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Review 66 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"very rushed meal, food was only ok & had we not been in side room, it would have been very noisey"

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/28/2009

(review submitted 12/06/2009)

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Review 67 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent as always; way above other North End options!"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/03/2009

(review submitted 12/06/2009)

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Review 68 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Couldn't have been any better. This is one place we will definately go back to and will highly recommend it to everyone!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/22/2009

(review submitted 12/04/2009)

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Review 69 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I am extremely surprised this still restaurant exists. The food wasn't, fine, it was horrible. I ordered Rigatoni alla Cinghiale, that came dry with hard chunks of boar. The appetizers seemed like they came out of a can, and not a good quality one at that.

The food was incredibly over-priced, I've had better food cooked that's come out of a tin.

The service was extremely annoying. We had three waiters serve us water at the same time at one point, for a table of three.

I will definitely not be coming back."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/24/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Review 70 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I usually hate to give anything a perfect score but I really have nothing to complain about for our night at Lucca, it was amazing. The food, atmosphere and service were great. The price was just the range I was looking to spend for a romantic night out. Just a couple minute cab ride from the Hilton and Quincy Market."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/28/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Review 71 for Lucca

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The Statler chicken breast was outstanding. I don't usually order chicken when eating out, but this was exceptional. The antipasto platter was fine, but nothing special, although the calamari on it was very tender. My dining companions ordered the pumpkin ravioli and the orecchietti with sausage and were happy. Portions are generous. The food is excellent here but the prices are high. There are better dining values in the North End. Wine list is extensive, but expensive too."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/28/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Overall Rating

(Very Good)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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