Chic, sophisticated Italian restaurant is a popular date spot for the north suburban Sinatra-loving set.
(224) 521-0270
609 Milwaukee Ave
(East Central Road)
Glenview,
IL
60025
42.0675
-87.8503
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-10pm
Fri 11am-11pm
Sat 4pm-11pm
Sun 3pm-10pm
Price:
$$$
Cafe Lucci
Last updated 4.30.09
What People Are Saying About Cafe Lucci
The Owner
Cafe Lucci
Owner
Cafe Lucci's motto, "Good Food, Good Wine, Good People," is the hallmark of this family owned North Shore fine dining restaurant since 1995. Known for innovative Italian cuisine plus USDA Certified Prime Beef, fresh fish and the chef's signature veal chop, there are regular menu items and chalkboard specials to please every palette. The crab cake appetizers are a standout and housemade desserts like bananas Lucci, tiramisu and cheesecake are just the tip of the "Dolce" iceberg! Renowned for its outstanding wine list and the recipient of Wine Spectator's 2008 Best of Award of Excellence,…
The Editor
Jennifer Olvera
Citysearch
In Short – Diners are invited in by a warm, chocolately interior and crisp, white table linens. The bar is separated from the dining area by a long line of wine cabinets. Fresh bread, roasted garlic and olive salad are complimentary. Appetizers include smoked salmon with potato pancakes; a long list of pasta possibilities features gnocchi tossed in vodka sauce with onions and Italian sausage, or try a hearty half-rack of lamb in Cognac rosemary sauce. – – – – –
10/14/08
Great place overall!
by rr6789
I decided to stop in for a drink and ended up having a 3 course meal. The food was delicious and the service was impeccable. The music and the atmosphere of this place was just impressive. I will definately be back!
- Pros: overall atmosphere, great tasting food and drinks
- Cons: none
04/09/08
We love this place!
by LarryGniadek
We just got back from another fantastic meal at Cafe Lucci. I had the Veal Gorgonzola and my wife had the sea bass with artichokes and capers. Both dishes were perfect. Appetizer (escargots) and dessert (tartufo) were very tasty as well. Service was outstanding as always. We asked our server to recommend a moderately-priced bottle of wine and what she suggested was delightful. Despite it being early on a Tuesday evening there was a lively crowd of diners which appeared to be a mix of first-timers and regulars, and a fun atmosphere. We love this place!
- Pros: Super service, atmosphere, food
03/16/08
Our favorite Italian restaurant
by HollyMontague
I've been to Cafe Lucci many times in the past few years, for regular meals as well as several of their special wine dinners and other events. I keep being drawn in by the versatility of the menu, which is such that you could dine there constantly and not get bored. We love the pastas and veal dishes but have eaten from every part of the menu and always love it. The first time I went to Cafe Lucci, I ordered some fish dish off the specials board. Bobby offered me the same fish, but with fresh in-season morels. The fish arrived covered with the sublime morels in a wonderful wine sauce. This was my introduction to how the kitchen adapts, not only to diners' wishes but also to the season and what's in the market. By the way, I like that you can eat there quite inexpensively or you can splurge, depending on food and wine choices. There are plenty of good, affordable choices on the wine list. To have Bobby's expert advice on the wine makes it even more of a plus.
Then there is the service, which is more consistently professional than any other restaurant I can think of in the Chicago area. In all my visits I cannot recall a single service snafu, but that's only the beginning. Everyone you encounter at Cafe Lucci seems to take real pride in creating a great overall experience. It's about as customer-friendly as a restaurant can possibly be.
- Pros: Super wine list
The Details on Cafe Lucci
Fun Fact:
A separate party space seats up to 60 people and has a private entrance from the parking lot.
When to Go:
Winemakers Dinners, held about six times a year, feature five courses matched with a global selection of wines.
Parking:
Valet is complimentary.
The Extras:
Lunch, dinner and family-style banquet menus can be found on the restaurant's website. To-go menus are available as well.
Category:
Catering, Banquet Rooms, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Fine Dining, Lunch Spot, Notable Wine List
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Message from Cafe Lucci
- Regional Italian cuisine
- Award-winning wine list
- Private party room
Cafe Lucci's motto, "Good Food, Good Wine, Good People," is the hallmark of this family owned North Shore fine dining restaurant since 1995. Known for innovative Italian cuisine plus USDA Certified Prime Beef, fresh fish and the chef's signature veal chop, there are regular menu items and chalkboard specials to please every palette. The crab cake appetizers are a standout and housemade desserts like bananas Lucci, tiramisu and cheesecake are just the tip of the "Dolce" iceberg!
Renowned for its outstanding wine list and the recipient of Wine Spectator's 2008 Best of Award of Excellence, Cafe Lucci's reputation stands on its warm, welcoming ambiance. The 110-seat dining room and full-service bar boast a stunning new decor. A private party room accommodates 60. Lucci To Go features a wide assortment of Italian specialties available at down-home prices to make home entertaining easy.
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