LUCA
Italian Restaurants in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
4.5 (1,951)
| Category | Italian Restaurants |
|---|---|
| Address | 436 W James St #101, Lancaster, PA 17603 |
| Area | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (717) 553-5770 |
| Google rating | 4.5 (1,951) |
Hours
| Saturday | 4β9 PM |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 4β9 PM |
About LUCA
Trendy, bustling venue for modern wood-fired Italian dinners, plus beer, wine & cocktails.
LUCA is an italian restaurant in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is listed at 436 W James St #101, Lancaster, PA 17603, which places it among the local businesses of Lancaster that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by.
Italian restaurants, sub shops, calzone counters and Italian delis sit next to the pizzerias on this site because most of them bake pizza too, often from the same dough. Full-service Italian restaurants take reservations for dinner, add a tip line for table service (15-20% is customary) and usually run a cheaper lunch menu on weekdays. Sub and sandwich shops are counter-order and quick, with sizes by the inch or in half and whole lengths. Calzones and strombolis are priced like a medium pizza and are large enough to share. Italian delis and bakeries sell by weight and by the piece, and many close mid-afternoon.
The business lists hours on 2 days of the week. The most common schedule is 4β9 PM. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. The listed phone number is (717) 553-5770. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, lucalancaster.com.
Customers rate it 4.5 out of 5 on Google across 1,951 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded italian restaurants in Lancaster.
Lancaster is in Pennsylvania, in the Northeast, where four distinct seasons shape local life: hot humid summers, snowy winters that can close businesses for a day, and a dense pattern of towns where walking, transit and street parking all matter. US addresses list the street number and name, then the city, state abbreviation and ZIP code, and Lancaster follows the same pattern; a suite or apartment number such as Ste 200 refers to a unit inside the building. The map link on this page shows the exact spot.
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Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Mark Hopkins 3 months ago
What a gem! It was our anniversary and we were treated like VIPs... Erin, thank you for serving us with a warmth, kindness, professionalism and a smile. Isaiah, your generosity and hospitality made the night memorable, along with your knowledge and expertise... The "My Chareau-da" (clever) was perfection. And to end the meal with the absolutely perfect sip, Dopo Teatro Vermouth Amaro, made it an extra special ending to our anniversary dinner. Chef and team: How could I forget to mention the food?! The Burrata small plate got us started (so good... we wanted to lick the pesto right off the plate), followed by The Luca Chicken (tasty, though you have to work a bit to get every bit of juicy meat off the bone) and Hanger Steak (medium rare, thank you... perfect), followed by an affogato (so smooth) and the delicious dessert you see in the photo (can't remember what it was called, but they boasted about the Lancaster strawberries). Great from start to finish! Worth noting: We felt GREAT afterward and the next day, a true test of good, real food. No bloating, etc. Last note: It can get loud, but it wasn't over the top. This is the sign of people having a good time!
Fiona Mai 3 months ago
We reserved our dinner thru Resy. There is no way you can call to make/ modify a reservation. The food was great but it was very loud inside. We barely can hear or converse due to this commotion. However, they do have an outdoor setting and allow dogs, which we definitely do that in the future when the weather is nice. The parking lot is small. Read the road street sign carefully if you decide to park on the street.
Anthony Biscanti 5 months ago
Checked out Luca for the first time on recommendation from others and it certainly lived up to the great word of mouth given. Was specifically told to try to get a kitchen counter seat, they were able to accommodate that request, and if you're a foodie (Or someone in food service), it's totally worth it - all the chefs there were fantastic, smiling, and fully professional. Menu is small and that's a good thing because it means they are focusing on making a few items really well and the food is super fresh. A must have is the cabbage small plate - it was by far the best bite of the evening. We also really enjoyed the Luca Chicken; mushrooms with it were so good. Cocktails were well crafted and don't skip the dessert - the butterscotch pudding was pure velvet. Pricing is great for this level of food. If I have to knock anything, it's that their parking lot is way too small to accommodate their size and you need to be prepared to find street parking (Downtown area so streets are narrow). All in all, fully recommended and will be back again soon!
Andrea Hennon 6 months ago
WOW - I cannot say enough good things about this place. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and we got to sit in front of the kitchen and watch as the chefs worked tirelessly. They have it down to a science, and the head chef balanced professional authority with supportive and encouraging leadership. It was nice to know our food was being prepared by such a great team. Everything we ate was perfectly balanced in seasoning, texture and delicious complexity. The serving staff were knowledgeable and friendly. The cocktails were incredible. 100% recommend!!
William Clark 10 months ago
What a great vibrant place to go to for great food, friendly staff and a very hip, swank atmosphere. Youβll see everything from formal wear to casual blue jeans. Prices are comparable to other high end restaurants so itβs worth a visit if youβre in the mood to have some fantastic food and fun times with friends. Itβs not a place for an intimate first date due to it being in probably an old warehouse so you get a lot of echoing from other patrons so it can get pretty loud. Drinks are plentiful & flavorful. They even make their own wine. The Apples to Apples is a seasonal drink & of course tastes like ummm apples. Very tasty & puts you in the holiday spirit. Small plates I went with the crispy potatoes which were phenomenal and the rosemary makes these potatoes sing. We also tried the smoked squash which was absolutely delicious. You can really taste the smoke which compliments the squash perfectly. For my main, I picked the gnocchi with mushrooms. The only thing I didnβt enjoy about the dish was that it ended. I could have easily ate another plate of these perfectly prepared gnocchi and the brown sauce left me wanting to lick my plate clean (no I did not lick my plate, but I defini
Frequently asked questions
Where is LUCA located?
LUCA is at 436 W James St #101, Lancaster, PA 17603, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is LUCA?
LUCA is listed as an italian restaurant.
What are the hours of LUCA?
Published hours are Saturday: 4β9 PM; Sunday: 4β9 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is LUCA open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday it is open 4β9 PM.
What is the phone number of LUCA?
You can call LUCA at (717) 553-5770.
How is LUCA rated on Google?
LUCA has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1,951 reviews.
Does LUCA have a website?
Yes, the website of LUCA is lucalancaster.com (linked on this page).
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