Lucca Restaurant

Robert Muffaletto★★★★★

Food: Lucca was excellent, and the food had that richer North End Italian feel without losing freshness. The meatballs were a great start. They were tender, covered in a bright tomato sauce, and finished with enough creamy cheese to make the dish feel comforting without turning heavy. The bolognese was exactly the kind of pasta dish I want at a place like this. Rich, meaty, and satisfying, with the sauce clinging to the penne instead of just sitting at the bottom of the bowl. The wild boar ragu was even more memorable. It had a deeper, more savory flavor than a standard meat sauce, with enough

Mike Perham★★★★★

First time my wife and I came to this place. Have to say, it was delish! We started with the chicken arancini, it was a recommended special - so good, with so much flavor! For the Entree’s I got the Chicken satumboca. Chicken was so tender and flavorful. The crispy potato’s had a yummy lemon flavor. My wife got the Oriechette alla Norma. I even tried a sample of the pasta! The service was beverages were great as well. I got a cider, and my wife got a martini. Would definitely recommend stopping here for a fine dinning dinner, such a wonderful place! It’s also in the north end of Boston, r

Brant Brown★★★

Lucca is one of those spots you’re glad exists when you land late and still want a real dinner instead of airport snacks. The boar pasta was excellent, easily the highlight, but the rest of the menu landed squarely in the “fine, not great” category. The real win here is the late-night hours and the cozy bar scene. It’s a great place to unwind if you enjoy a solid, slightly above average Old Fashioned and good conversation after a travel day. Friendly staff, warm vibe, just don’t expect culinary fireworks. Come for the pasta, stay for the bar.

Glen Sterling★★★★★

This was one of my best dining experiences in a long time. The restaurant itself is surprisingly modern and beautiful inside, which you might not expect from its exterior. Everyone from the host to the wait staff was warm and friendly and welcoming. I had a delicious martini accompanied by their warm olive assortment, followed by the arugula salad and then the lobster ravioli. I cleaned my plate at each course because it was so delicious! The tiramisu for dessert was also delicious. It was lively, chic and fun. I highly recommend this place.