Luce Ristorante E Enoteca

Review №1

Rating: 5

10/05/2024 We celebrated my Daughter in law 50 birthday here. The food, the drinks, the atmosphere and especially the top notch service made this event memorable. Joe stopped by to see how everything was going. Our waitress was on top of everything and ran things smoothly and in timely manner. Our guest were impressed.No complaints here.

Date: 51 minutes ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

We had our 10 year anniversary date night here this weekend, and it was perfect! Loved the atmosphere, and our server was very attentive/friendly. My husbands steak was cooked perfectly, and my lobster ravioli was the best Ive ever had. French cosmo was delicious.The owner stopped by to see how our meal went, very nice! Looking forward to going back soon.

Date: 6 days ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Great food, knowledgeable waiter, and really great happy hour selection

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

My go to place for a perfect pasta, and great Ossobuco I mean perfect, just done to perfection with a combining of flavors that seal the meal. You simply can not go wrong with any pasta The wine selection is equally as good and perfectly complements the meal . Saluto !!

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Great spot and great food. They also have a great happy hour. Will definitely be back!

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

I had the Linguine Mare Chiaro, and my wife had the Ravioli di Aragosta (lobster ravioli). They were both delicious, and we both enjoyed our dishes thoroughly. There was also no wait to be seated on a Saturday evening. We will definitely be back.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

I loved this place, our waiter was right on time an made sure we didnt want for nothing. He did a great job

Date: a month ago

Review №11

Rating: 4

A bit over rated m9

Date: a month ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Had the most Amazing experience last night. The wait staff was wonderful. The steak was cooked to perfection and had reasonable serving sizes. My date was impressed and was well worth the drive from Bastrop. Im definitely coming back!!!!! Thank you

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Kid-friendliness: Nothing fun for kids Food

Date: a month ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Amazing food, bit expensive but with giant portion sizes

Date: 2 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 3

Date: 2 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Beautiful atmosphere! Perfect for a date or girls night. The food was delicious and the portions were huge! I ll definitely be going back!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 4

A great experience. Service was impeccable - friendly, attentive but not overly so, quick. The place is very pleasant and though its a large room it didnt seem as loud as Id have expected. The food was mostly great - the carpaccio in particular the best Ive had outside Italy. My pasta choice (pappardelle Salvatore) was good but the flavour was a little more intense than Id have preferred. Thats a personal preference though, and it was cooked perfectly. Overall a very enjoyable evening, and I hope to return.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Joe the owner was so incredibly nice!! They took excellent care of our entire party of about 25 people last min for my son s birthday. Staff so very nice and we never felt rushed!! Definitely will be baton see Joe and his team!!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 2

We got high expectation from this place because of the reviews but they delivered short! Were a party of 8 with reservation. Since we have a reservation, they do not want to move us to seat outside when there is no people occupying the space yet. It took well over 45 minutes just to get our orders. It took over 20 minutes for someone to get the beer he ordered. It took another hr just to get our food. It took 15 minutes for someone to give me a utensil... The food is not flavorful! The carbonara is absolutely bland. The lamb shank is good but you can barely taste it since the portion is ridiculously small especially for the price for it. The rest of our orders were not flavorful either... some has bigger portion but not something we were motivated to come back for. A huge disappointment. I DO NOT Recommend this place at all!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 2

Date: 3 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 2

Our server was super nice and greeted my husband and I shortly after we were seated, but that is where the good experience stops. The bread that was offered after we were seated was okay but the butter trio was less than appetizing. The sun dried tomato butter did not have a butter consistency or flavor and was very watery; while the basil pesto butter was simply green without any flavor at all. The menu was impressive, so we thought, with several veal options and an interesting risotto dish with Italian sausage and langoustine tail meat, which is what I ordered. My husband ordered the veal saltimbocca. The dishes came out in record time with billows of steam rising from each dish as it was plated. Though we did not hear the ding as the microwave was done heating both dishes, they sure seemed to be much hotter than what could be reasonably expected for a fresh cooked meal. I tasted my risotto. It was bland. I moved the risotto around a bit hoping the second bite would prove to be as delicious as I had anticipated, but I was sorely disappointed. My husbands veal saltimbocca was accompanied by fettuccine pasta which was swimming in broth. Both dishes lacked all seasoning. We reluctantly asked the server if we could have salt and he brought some over. Hoping a few sprinkles of salt would bring out the flavors of the Italian cuisine we were looking forward to we added a bit to both plates and tried them again. There was minimal improvement so we ate what we could and asked for the check so we could end this abysmal evening date night dinner. We won t be coming back to dine again.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Just the food alone was a great experience. It was made even better by our server, Shani. He was nothing short of outstanding. We will be back!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 3

The food was pretty good but not enough for what you pay. Our waitress was attentive and the atmosphere was nice. If you ask for a to-go box, DO NOT let them pack it for you. We got skimped out of our own left overs!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

**Review for Luce Ristorante E Enoteca** Dining at Luce Ristorante E Enoteca is an unforgettable culinary experience. From the moment you walk in, the warm ambiance and welcoming staff make you feel at home. However, the real highlight is the Chefs Menu. It offers an array of meticulously curated selections that showcase the chefs exceptional creativity and mastery of Italian cuisine. Each course is a delightful journey of flavors, perfectly balanced and artfully presented. The use of fresh, high-quality ingredients is evident in every bite, elevating classic Italian dishes to new heights. The wine pairings are expertly chosen, complementing each dish and enhancing the overall dining experience. Luce Ristorante E Enoteca is a true gem, offering an exquisite dining adventure that leaves you eagerly anticipating your next visit. If youre a lover of fine Italian cuisine, the Chefs Menu at Luce is an absolute must-try.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 3

Luce is a true Ristorante Italiano, more formal and luxurious than a trattoria, and far above a common osteria. This is quite possibly the best place to go for Italian fine dining in the Alamo City. My review could have, should have been a 5 star, but alas, our server was supposed to box up my exquisitely cooked, absolutely perfect Linguine Mare Chiaro. Instead, he ended up throwing it away, and then returned to the floor as if nothing happened. My lady and I calmly and politely waited for him to return to our table. When he did, I inquired about the status of the leftovers box. He immediately became hesitant, and then sheepishly stated that he boxed it up, but somehow must have thrown it away or it got misplaced or something . I initially thought this was a prank. Surely, he had to be joking. Time slowed to a creep. I looked at my companion. She looked at me. We both looked at the waiter. He shrugged and apologized for his gaffe, and then asked if he could fix things by talking to the chef or his manager. At this point, my lady was completely ready to leave. We had already been there for a good, long, romantic evening dinner and wanted to get cozy and warm. We had already settled our bill and we always tip well. We thanked him for his service and just told him its ok, we need to go and no big deal. In different company or circumstances I probably would have spoken to his manager just to make him aware at the time, but we move differently in the company of womenfolk, and I deferred to her desire to go ASAP. So, the food was absolutely wonderful. Lobster Ravioli. Exquisite. Linguine Mare Chiaro. Superb. Their cocktails were delicious. Mixed perfectly. We always had bread and butter on the table, and the ambience and lighting really set the mood. I really like this place, and definitely will return. Next time, Ill remind our server to make sure and bring our to-go leftovers BACK to us . With inflation and the cost of living going up daily, having a half plate of rich linguine loaded with clams, scallops, shrimp, mussels, lobster, and calamari, thrown away by a frazzled waiter felt like a punch in the kidney. Man, I was really looking forward to those leftovers.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Excellent !

Date: 4 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Staff was amazing! The food was exquisite and full of flavor, the vibe was vibing! 10/10 will definitely become a regular here!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 4

The server was great and accommodating to our kid. Suggestions were good and we never went without bread and water so that was a nice touch. The food was the only complaint I had. Most of the things we ordered felt like the kitchen was shorted on their salt order. Not much flavor but it looked beautiful and the next day when I reheated it at home and added salt it was delicious. Would go back for the service.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 1

If you like creamy pasta dont come here! We ordered 3 shrimp Alfredo plates to go and got 3 dried pasta with 5 sweet peas, 2 pieces of green onions and a small piece of, it looks like prosciutto not sure. It was in each plate. This place is really cutting back on ingredients! We asked for extra sauce and didnt get it but was charged for it. We will not be returning to this restaurant.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 1

They overbook here, went on Mother s Day weekend, was my daughters 10th birthday. They served our children within 15 minutes, and this was appreciated. Adult entrees (3) never arrived, at the 90 minute mark it was approaching 9:00 and my kids were pretty over it. We waited 90 minutes for 3 plates of food I asked for check and told them I could not wait anymore, they said food would be out in 5 minutes, I said it s too late. They insisted I let them box it up and take it to go, a nice gesture. When we got home they boxed up food was 2 kids meals and a single adult entree. We had 3 hungry adults at home, but we shared and it was fine, Food was pretty good, would have been a lot better on a hot plate. Needless to say, the dropped the ball, ashame because it was a very nice restaurant. I won t ever go back.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Was in tonight for dinner and food was great! The salad was fresh, pizza delicious and tiramisu was delicious and beautifully presented ( I wish I remembered to take a picture). Only other feedback is you should stay open a little later.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

We got here early to avoid dinner rush. Everything we ordered came very fast as was delicious! The dessert specifically was amazing.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

After Maggianos had to cancel my sisters baby shower due to kitchen sprinklers going off and flooding it, I hastily tried to find an Italian restaurant to book last minute for a party of 30. I called Luce and Joe, the owner, was able to accommodate last minute. Not only is the ambience beautiful, the food is spectacular. 8 have not been impressed with any italian places I ve tried as of recent, the food menu is expansive and the cocktails and great takes on well known classics. We ate in their private wine room and had great dedicated service from our server, Katie. Luce made sure all our accommodations were met and we all left very impressed. Definitely will be back!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 3

Waiter was not very professional. A was slow, did not know the menu, did not know about manicotti.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

This place was truly amazing! Food was on point. Great attention to detail and quality hospitality was provided. Jay the Bartender was outstanding and provided stellar service. Best Ol Fashioned Ive had in years. We would happily revisit! Food

Date: 5 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

First time at this restaurant had a couple of drinks the bartender jay was a delight very professional and service was amazing highly recommended.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Luce has always been a family favorite in my household, and I am so happy to have been able to hold a beautiful private event at one of our favorite restaurants. When I was looking for a restaurant to host my daughter s baptism lunch for 45 guests, I spoke with a lot of restaurants that gave me the run around and who s advertised prices were not the same as the actual quote. I finally remembered to look into Luce for private events, and I am so happy I did. Their private event menu is not posted online, but Joe, the owner, and his amazing staff were quick in providing me information and were always willing to answer any questions I had. The fees were clearly communicated and the menu was tailored to our liking and budget. I was assured that everything would be ready and taken care of when our party arrived to Luce, and sure enough me and my family walked into the beautiful wine room that was all ready with appetizers, serving ware, water, menus and additional tables for our party favors, gifts and cake. The food and service were amazing. I didn t get our servers and host s name, but they were kind, funny, helpful and very good at their job. Everyone left telling me that they had had a wonderful lunch and had found a new restaurant to add to their rotation. I am so thankful for all of the work the people at Luce put into making my baby girl s baptism even more special. I would whole heartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good meal or as a venue for a private event.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Great food good atmosphere had a wonderful place I was in town for work

Date: 5 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Our first visit to Luce. We arrived early enough to order several items off the Happy Hour food & beverage menu. Our waiter Kevin, was very accommodating and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed this place and will be coming back. Thanks.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Went yesterday and sat by the bar and was greeted by a gentleman named Jay. Great attitude and helped recommend me the meatball appetizer. Meat was cooked perfectly and the drinks didnt taste watered down. I then ordered a margarita pizza as well and highly recommend if you go by. Overall was really happy I stopped by and received great customer service from Jay!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Our server, Kevin, was terrific. He was knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the happy hour food choices. He was attentive and extremely courteous, helpful, and pleasant.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

I never been to this restaurant before so definitely had to check it out the food was delicious! Also, check out the bar Jay was very attentive and gave great customer service he makes a perfect old fashion.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Best Italian in San Antonio! This restaurant blows my expectations every time I visit! The service is phenomenal and the food is unmatched. I look forward to every visit here because of the quality never wavering. I will be back soon

Date: 6 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Best dining experience weve had in a long time. Food was excellent. The waiter not so much. She dropped a glass cup it shattered in paces. God thing I had closed shoes. The food and atmosphere made up for everything else. Parking: Location is very good

Date: 6 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 4

Date: 6 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

If you are looking for a good Italian spot, this is your place. Hidden away in a small shopping center is this restaurant. Service was good, and everything was cooked to perfection. They have an extensive drink menu and a lot of classic staple Italian dishes. My only complaint is that the back area was a little cramped for my standard. I would recommend this place for business or a date.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 3

i m writing the review as i m sitting here, i ordered the carbonara and my husband ordered the fettuccine. Once we got the food presentation was nice and once we started eating, the carbonara has absolutely no taste to it and it was swimming in sauce, but the fettuccine was just okay seeing the prices and seeing how nice it is inside you would expect better than mediocre food but it taste store bought. Service was decent nothing due to the server just the food unfortunately.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Great experience and food. Shout out to Bella our server who did a fantastic job keeping us well stocked on drinks and food

Date: 6 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

The food is still good but the balsamic short rib portions decreased significantly. I still get the Happy Hour pizzas Parking: Huge shared parking area

Date: 7 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 4

Food was ok.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

While my initial experience was disappointing, the owner Joe promptly responded to my concerns and ensured constructive changes to prevent issues I experienced from ever happening again, and offered a very generous resolution for my experience. Every business is subject to unfortunate service from time to time, but Joe has demonstrated great pride in running his business and proved to me that this was just a one time occurence and not a reflection of Luces overall service which provides great food and service.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 4

Waiter stated that Cucumber Margaritas were on happy hour but then proceeded to charge me $14.00. When you look online menu it statehi ps $9.00.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

I live in Naples, Italy, so am used to GREAT Italian food - LUCE RISTORANTE comes close to being just as good! Highly recommended!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Good food, good service and a beautiful dining room

Date: 7 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

I was interested to see if there any more Restaurant Week places we could check out and the menu for @luceristorante piqued my interest. Hubby agreed when he took a look as well. I made reservations through Open Table for dinner tonight. We found out that the prix fixe menu is part of their regular offering. Included is a glass of sparkling wine, pinot noir or chardonnay. Hubby and I both chose pinot noir and it s really smooth. Dad and I shared the Ravioli al Quattro Formaggi/Cheese Ravioli, and Pan-Seared Sea Bass, Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto. Hubby had the Gamberi al Limone/Sauteed Shrimp, and Linguine Mare Chiaro/Pasta with seafood. We all shared the Creme Brulee and Tiramisu. The portions are pretty generous that hubby wasn t able to finish his pasta dish. It was a pleasure meeting owner and chef Joe Buonincontri. He s been blessed with running @luceristorante for 18 years! I m looking forward to warmer weather and sitting in their outdoor patio. We were noticing that several tables ordered their pizza so we might try that the next time. If you haven t tried @luceristorante, add it to your list to check out!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 2

Went there with my wife and two kids, service was average, staff friendly and helpful, service time was great, ambiance was top notch, dining room nifty and clean although the bathroom were awful,...but now to the main reason for two stars...there was no costomery straters like bread butter that you expect in a Italian restaurant or any restaurant for that matter, although the portions were generous and the food temperature and presentation were acceptable, the taste was not. The seasonings were all over the place... The chicken Marsala was overcooked and bland and the veal was over seasoned, the cucumber martini was off tasting and down right butter... The kids spaghetti and meatballs was bland and under seasoned. I dont believe that the experience was overpriced if the food actually delivered on taste. I am all about giving business to family owned over chain restaurants but I am very disappointed and doubtful if I were to return again.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Beautiful setting, amazing service, & delicious food!!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Just had an early Christmas dinner here with my mother in law and my family. My favorite Italian restaurant in the city. We come here often and are never disappointed, Joe is truly one of a kind and his menu is incredible. Highly recommend the ossubucco(I probably butchered the spelling) carciofi, lasagna, chicken parmigiana, papperdelle, and lamb chops. The chianti wine pairs great with everything, also the Luce wine is amazing. Truly some of the best food Ive ever eaten. Service isnt always perfect, but they do a good job.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Im not sure why this place feels like an unknown quantity when it is almost always busy and almost always cooking delicious fare. Maybe its the fact that it isnt set somewhere nice in downtown San Antonio but, whatever it is, Im glad this place is around. I have come here plenty, and have yet to find something that isnt cooked or seasoned well. I had salmon over the top of vegetable risotto. The salmon was perfect and I had to slow myself down because the risotto was incredible as well. Paired with wine, it does feel like 5 star dining for the prices of a 2 star restaurant. Great stuff here.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Magnificent

Date: 9 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

I had the best experience working with the staff to set up a business dinner for 25 people. The owner and his servers were more than accommodating, responsive, and helpful. The food was delicious. I will definitely work with this restaurant again. It s a great choice especially for entertaining near the Medical Center.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 4

One of our favorite Italian restaurants. However this time the service was not up to par. We were also very disappointed to find out that the kitchen actually closed at 8 PM as we had 7:30 reservations and this made for a very hurried evening. Not what we expected. Food

Date: 10 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Pizzas are great! There is a variety of Italian food. Dont forget to ask the happy hour menu. Staff very friendly, Food

Date: 10 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Fantastic delicious food. Great atmosphere. Incredibly friendly servers. Dylan was delightful and gave great food and wine recommendations.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Let me tell you folks something. You need to get here and eat. We had the meatballs,this shrimp dish. The Stromboli and the ravioli. Dylan was our server. The young man was spot on with all of his recommendations. We met the owner, Joe. The atmosphere was top-notch. Outside was chilly enough for them to have the fire going. Between the amazing food. Conversation with Joe and Dylan. This establishment is an easy 5-star hidden gem.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Great service and great food! Had always been meaning to try this place as I always saw it when I went to Flying Saucer. Can definitely recommend the Ossobuco.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 4

The food was flavorful (Veal Marsala, Filet Mignon/shrimp entrees) however the Carciofi chicken entree lacked flavor and the lamb chop entree was meager considering the price (3 small pieces for $42). Requested French press coffee and unfortunately not very hot after adding cream. May just stick to their Happy Hour!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

I was a guest of a celebration of life of a very good friend. All the staff members were really nice and attentive , and the service was great.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

I frequently visit Luce for a great Italian appetizer, meal & Happy Hour. The food, ambiance and service are amazing.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

We held our son and his fiances rehearsal dinner at Luce. It could not have been any more perfect. Our party of 20 was treated like royalty. The food was incredible, and the service was top-notch. Were so grateful for a perfect rehearsal dinner!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 4

Had a small birthday dinner here and it was great m. The atmosphere was wonderful. Great wine selection and the food was great. The birthday tiramisu was excellent!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Had a fantastic time at the bar with Leah and Dylan. They had excellent drink recommendations and helped me decide on the perfect dish. I had the Gamberi al Limone for an appetizer and was very satisfied. I ve come a couple times and the staff is always exceptionally friendly.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 3

Date: 11 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Thank you for celebrating my birthday today! Without a doubt, it is the best place, the food and the service are always on point. Thank you Dylan for making me feel special this day!!!!!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 3

Date: 11 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №82

Rating: 4

Food was great, good sized portions and nice atmosphere. I was able to share a ravioli dish and still got full.

Date: a year ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

First time for dinner was great experience..our server shani went above and beyond with outstanding customer service..we also met the owner Joe nice and welcoming..

Date: a year ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Twelve of our Senior Girlfriends group dined at Luces yesterday for Happy Hour and early dinner. The food was amazing, as was the atmosphere, and the owner Joe paid special attention to us. We plan to return.

Date: a year ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Our girls night out was great. This awesome restaurant delivered on delicious food right down to the last morsel. We received 5 stars service from the waiters, who were professional & courtesy to our many requests. Even the owner stopped by to introduce himself & ensure our needs were accommodated. I cant stop raving about what a great experience we all had! I would definitely recommend this place to evervone! Wheelchair accessibility: Has wheelchair access & friendly hostesses to hold the door open for you.

Date: a year ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

The food was amazing, great service. The manager came out and made sure our group was satisfied with everything.

Date: a year ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Great

Date: a year ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Such an Amazing Experience, a Genuine Treasure Story! The Best Authentic Italian Cuisine Food : 5/5

Date: a year ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №90

Rating: 2

Date: a year ago

Review №91

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Rivals the quality and flavors of the NYC Italian restaurants we have been to. Definitely some of the best Italian food we have had in San Antonio. Great attentive service.

Date: a year ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

The best Italian food I have had in San Antonio. George is a phenomenal server and helped my family by recommending wonderful dishes for us to enjoy! I definitely recommend this place. It is a must try!

Date: a year ago

Review №95

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Luce s left us with the best impressions! Wonderful owner and servers, delicious meals (we had rigatoni and chicken parmigiana), beautiful presentation, wide wine list and The Lava Cake! Please give Luce s a try - we can t wait for our next visit!

Date: a year ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Love the atmosphere and the food. But our experience was made even better with our awesome waiter Aiden B! So friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Thank you Aiden for making our first time an amazing one.

Date: a year ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Great food so delicious

Date: a year ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №101

Rating: 3

Celebrated my brothers special event at this location and will start this review by saying that the atmosphere and the staff are top-notch. Although my meal itself was nice, it wasnt memorable as compared to the rest of the night.

Date: a year ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Luce has a great happy hour. 4-7pm The Arancini di Riso is to die for. Food

Date: a year ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Had a memorable time! The staff is funny, the place has etiquette and the food had a chef touch! A hidden gem! Vegetarian options: Plenty of mushroom and veggies alternatives. Parking: Parking is shared with retail stores. It s a give and take thing. Wheelchair accessibility: There s a ramp right in front of the restaurant.

Date: a year ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Wonderful food, excellent waitstaff. Were accommodating to gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan members of our party. Would come again!

Date: a year ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Dinner for 2 Flounder was excellent with ricotta and vegetables. Staff was attentive Parking: A bit tight but adequate if you come rarly Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp right to front door

Date: a year ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Amazing service!! Great food! Absolutely recommend the fettuccine alla Sicilliana.

Date: a year ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

I highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion...

Date: a year ago

Review №108

Rating: 3

We were disappointed in the quality of the food. It was OK, but not great. The music playing in the restaurant was so loud we had to ask that it be turned down. Our server did a really good job, so that made the evening nicer.

Date: a year ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

The Rice balls are Amazing and I had the Salmon, so Good, Wonderful Service and food.

Date: a year ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Slightly pricy, of course, but everything was high quality. Cocktails are STRONG but tasty so keep that in mind. Nailea Q was our server, she was excellent. Really great service.

Date: a year ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Had an amazing dining experience. Incredible food. Great service. This is one of San Antonios hidden gems. Thank you, Joe, and your amazing team. Jesse Espinoza C.E.O Fog Solutions llc.

Date: a year ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Great happy hour. Great food. Hidden gem for sure. Service could be a touch faster however nothing to take away from a lovely experience. We ve been recommending to our friends and family since we left. Can t wait to take a group for happy hour.

Date: a year ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

The food was amazing! Great service by Leah and the owner Joe stopped by to check on or us. It was a fantastic evening.

Date: a year ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

If youre looking for a five-star dining experience, Luce Ristorante is the place to be! Upon walking in, the upscale decor and chic ambiance immediately set the tone for a fantastic evening. One of the highlights of Luce Ristorante is their impressive Happy Hour menu. The dirty martinis and lemon drop martinis are a must-try! The flavor combinations are perfect, and the bartenders really know how to make a quality cocktail. As for the food, the Stromboli was an absolute standout. The crispy exterior perfectly complemented the gooey cheese and savory meat, creating a mouthwatering treat unlike any other. To top it all off, the service was nothing short of amazing. Our server, Miranda, truly went above and beyond to ensure that our dining experience was flawless. She was attentive, friendly, and made excellent recommendations. Overall, I would highly recommend Luce Ristorante. From the tasty cocktails to the delicious food and fantastic service, they have it all. A perfect destination for a romantic date night, a celebratory dinner, or any special occasion.

Date: a year ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

So I took my Fiancée to Luce Ristorante E Enoteca . Its a very romantic little spot with awesome food and ambiance. When its cooler they have a lovely patio area as well. I got a special reserved table where they have wine bottles all around giving a stained glass affect. They also gave a complimentary Tiramisu cake for his Birthday. We did the Special 4 course menu each. Our choice or red, white or sparkling wine. For the Antipasti - Costolette di Maile Balsamic Glazed: St. Louis Style Pork Ribs & Caprese: Tomato Slices and Fresh Mozzarella di Latte, Basil, and Olive Oil. For the Entree - Ravioli di Aragosta: Lobster Filled Ravioli, Tomato Basil Cream Sauce, Maine Lobster Meat & Mare e Monte: Grilled Sliced Certified Angus 10 oz. Bistro Tenderloin, 4 Grilled Shrimp, Fettuccine Alfredo, Toasted Garlic Vegetables. Dessert - Vanilla Bean Crème Brule & Tiramisu: Lady Fingers Dredged in Espresso, Layered with Rum Mascarpone, Topped with Whipped Cream and Chocolate Shavings. Everything was delicious and fresh made. The service was top notch as well. Definitely a night we will remember.

Date: a year ago

Review №116

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Food and service are good!

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 1

No one was there at noon

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Another GREAT evening at Luce. We called ahead and they were very busy. The seating hostess said, We only have outdoor seating on the patio right now and I said, that is perfect since it was a lovely evening... I was going to ask for outdoor dining anyway. Our waitress, Nailea was wonderful, food was amazing.

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Service was impeccable and food was fantastic. We went during happy hour - it was a group of 6 women. The young man who waited on us was friendly and very attentive - one of the best waiters Ive had anywhere. Parking: Its in a busy shopping center, so parking can be tight

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

The bread came with three butters that were each different and brought different flavors to clean the palate. My son had the spaghetti with meatballs and the portion was amazing for the price. I had the rigatoni with meatballs and sausage. Everything was delicious and the atmosphere was on point. Kid-friendliness: Very nice to my child, plenty of kids around, and a kids menu as well

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 3

We had gone ti this restaurant for my best friends graduation for med school. I would start off by saying the restaurant was not super busy when we walked in and we had a whole room to ourselves. They gave us a limited menu and we placed our orders within the first 30 minutes of being there at 6:30. We ordered all courses at once and the food was decent but service was super slow. There was only on waiter servicing us and he looked super stressed the whole time. We got in at 6:30 and werent able to leave till like 9:39 after our deserts were served. The food was decent but Im not sure whether it was worth the amount of time waited. You would just think with a larger party they knew was coming that they would have been able to handle us better.

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Fantastic service by Esteban, 100% will go back again and only see him. He gave us such an incredible experience, the service was filled with laughs and good times, he was more than willing to customize what we wanted to eat and went above and beyond, far past other restaurants and service members. He made it such a memorable experience and we could not say more positive things about our experience there, and especially with our high-class server Esteban. Enjoy being 35 my friend.

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Good steak n great Alfredo.

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

One of our favorite go to places. Try the French Cosmo cocktail and the Polpette (pronounced pole-petta) meatballs appetizer. Finally Amatriciana pizza! There are many more good and fancy dishes too.

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

It is a super nice place, very delicious, the Serbian food is splendid.

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 2

The service is great. It s just unfortunate that the food is horrible for the prices charged. I had steak, chicken, tiramisu, wine and beer. Only the drinks were worth the money. If management would only provide higher quality meat, I would return. Otherwise, no.

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Cesar made amazing drinks and had amazing recommendations on the menu will come back to see him

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Cesar was killer, it s hard to find good bartenders around town but he knocked every cocktail out the park.

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

cesar took care of us and was amazing best drinks and service ever!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Baby!!!! This place TOP NOTCH! Best bartender Ever Cesar! Had the best time today! Can t wait to be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

There are a lot of good places to eat in San Antonio, but there are only a handful of truly great restaurants. From the moment you walk in the door at Luce, to the last goodbye, you are made to feel special...like family. Yes, the usual traditional Italian dishes can be found on the menu, but their next-level execution and fresh ingredients elevate even a simple plate of pasta to something special. Of course, if you are looking for something that you cant - or wont make at home, Joe (the owner) offers a wide variety of Italian classics and unique dishes that are certain to please. The wine selection has something for everyone. Admittedly, I dont know much about wine; I know what I like, and thats about it. Joe and his staff are pros, they can size you up in about 2 seconds...if you know wine, they can geek out with you on hard-to-find bottles that they offer. If you are like me and just get absolutely glossy-eyed staring at a wine menu, they will pick up on that and bail you out. I have found that if you just tell them what flavors you like, and what you were thinking of spending, they will make a suggestion or two of something that will pair nicely with your food and help you stay within your budget. If the weather is fair, you will definitely enjoy sitting outside on their patio. Every once in a while...If you squint just a little, you will forget that you are in NW San Antonio. Its worth adding that when the weather turns cool, they keep the fireplace stoked to knock off the chill, which makes it even nicer. If you have not been to Luce yet, let this be your reminder...grab some friends, find it, and go! Pro Tip: Check out their Happy Hour menu for deep discounts on shareable plates and wine.

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Amazing dining experience! Food was excellent, tenderloin melts in your mouth, and deserts.... Yeah, deliciousioso!! You definitely get why you pay for here. Perfect date, business, or anniversary option.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Had an amazing experience at this restaurant. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, the drinks and wine options were on point, and the food was impeccable. Could not stop raving about it! Parking: Plenty of parking in the center

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Wonderful atmosphere coupled with delicious cuisine & wine. What could be better!! We will be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Food great and service. Great cocktail.

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Great Italian food in SA

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

This is one of the best independent restaurants in town for consistent high quality and amazing service. The owner makes everyone feel like they are special and is always flexible with menu and other things to accommodate his customers! Highly recommend!

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

As usual the team at LUCE delivers the finest Italian cuisine in San Antonio. Everything from the specialty pizzas to the sausage and peppers was cooked to perfection ! For just dinner or a special occasion we highly recommend LUCE ENOTECA RISTORANTE you will not be disappointed !!!! Vegetarian options: Always a vegetarian choice on the Luce menu ! Ask your server for any special requirements they are always happy to accommodate Dietary restrictions: Luce will cook your entrees to meet your specific dietary requirements . Please ask your waiter to speak with the kitchen for any special dietary needs. Parking: Huge parking lot never a problem finding a space , handicap as well Kid-friendliness: Our grandsons favorite restaurant ! 16 months and he loves Luce s margarita pizza and fried calamari !

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Great place to relax and impress. Food is amazing and the atmosphere is always on point!

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Joe and his team are the best. Always enjoy a great time when I am in SA.

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

I just recently brought my parents here to treat them for a nice dinner and it was fantastic. All the staff worked together to ensure we were attended to the whole time, the food was well presented, very flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The desert was also fantastic with a combination of traditional and creative options that tasted fresh and well balanced. Additionally, the wine selection was perfect to match any of their dishes. Overall, I will choose this restaurant for any special occasion or going out to eat anytime.

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Food is always excellent, great service

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 1

Appetizer was cold in the middle, service was slow, didnt recieve any bread until we were already 40 mins at the table than we got served our food with no utensils. Only good thing was the wine

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Wonderful ambiance and the food is exceptional. We enjoyed our first visit and we plan in returning

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 2

Came in on Valentines day(for context) Food took over an hour, other tables that arrived got thier food before hand, rarely saw our server, food came out warm at best

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 3

Did not really like the food that much to brag about. Great service atmosphere is great

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 1

Made a reservation 1 month ago for a Valentines dinner, Got seated right away and thats how far our good service went. 30 minutes on the clock, and not 1 person acknowledge us, no water, drink order or food order, not even a Ill be right with you Absolutely no contact after we were seated, highly disappointed for a Valentines dinner date. As expected we got up and left. I will not be recommending this place to anyone.

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Food is on point and the staff is even better!! Serving up amazing Italian dishes.

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 1

According to our check our server was Devin. Worst service possible: took over 10 minutes to greet us. Food came out before our drinks. When I asked for the drink to be taken off the check Devin said it wasn t an issue. When I got the itemized check the martini wasn t on there but on the swiped credit card sign receipt the price was $15 MORE than the original copy I received. Will definitely not be returning to this low class service.

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Loved the food and the vibe!

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Great place to eat. Service was great

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Beautiful restaurant that is literally decorated wall to wall with an impressive wine selection. Best happy hour around, incredible appetizers and nice wine special, and food is on another level

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

We had a wonderful dinner with the hubs. Our server, Sophia, was really knowledgeable about the menu and gave us fantastic suggestions! She was so friendly and really added to our experience with her bubbly personality! The food was so delicious and just as she had described! We will definitely be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Amazing great tasting food. Affordable. Ambiance, environment and customer service superb.

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Love this place we come here for date night! Super peaceful and the staff is amazing! They really are an authentic Italian kitchen even if it is not on the menu if you ask for it more then likely they will make it!

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 4

Overall, the food was delicious, and I would definitely come back. The tiramisu, however, was really bad. Dont get it. All the staff were wonderful.

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Made a reservation for 13 and they accommodated us without issue. Service was prompt and friendly, and the food was delicious.

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 4

Flavor: B Service: C Tea: A Solo dining: A My pasta was good but it I thought it was a little heavy on the noodles and light on the meat and veggies. My server was great to interact with but went long spans of time without checking in. Ill be back to try again if see if my next experience steps it up a little bit.

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 3

Right, let me start off by saying this place is really pretty inside! I dined in with my brother and I somewhat had high expectations. Considering that the reviews and the place looked really good and of course being a bit pricey. I ordered a fettuccine and my brother ordered picture below - forgot the name of the dishes... anyways, I think I made quick assumptions that the fettuccine would be freshly made Now, Im no expert or anything but Im not kidding when I say, it tasted like Barilla (no offense) but it definitely tasted like store-bought-pasta... BUT on the bright side, the taste of the dishes, were good... cant go wrong with tomato . Mussels were good too! Just a bit disappointed with the fettuccine. THANKS ANYWAYS

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 1

To be fair, I did not get to dine. I called and was asked to hold for one moment. After 15 minutes later, I hung up since no one got back to me

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Wow! What a fabulous experience at Luce! We had a work event for about 30 people. Joe, the owner was amazing and very accommodating. We had two servers, Zane and Jillian who had great personalities and kept the drinks flowing and food, hot and ready. The food was delicious and everyone was raving over it! Portions were huge! The drinks were top notch. They even prepared a specialty drink for our group called, The Pointsetta. I highly recommend, Luces! You will not be disappointed and will leave feeling happy and full! Thank you, Joe and your fabulous team!

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 3

The service was good. We had a shrimp appetizer that was very good but our main entrees were nothing special especially for the price. I had lasagna and it was not good at all. The layers of meat were excessive and just bland with very little flavor. My girlfriend had the meatballs and they tasted ok. Not great.We each had a glass of wine. The wine was good. Waitress was great! Overall not worth it. Too expensive for the quality of the food.

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

We had went here for my moms bday party and they were amazing. They stayed open for us when they were closed, our server, alex, was on time and very sweet. Definitely recommend this place and the food was on another level! The owner joe was very sweet as well

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Hidden gem. Very very good authentic Italian food here. Menu small but the flavors are huge. Lov Gelato and theres did not disappoint. Very good for a 1st date or to take the family. U wont be disappointed.

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

I had my birthday dinner here the day after Thanksgiving and I was blown away by the food and service!! This was our second time at this restaurant and both times we were treated to amazing service and the most delicious food!! I want to personally thank Jo, the owner, who made us feel so welcomed and comfortable!! And our server Axel, who handled our large group perfectly!! I highly recommend this place, especially for special occasions!!

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 1

I m sorry to say that the Thanksgiving dinner was a disappointment. Not a fan of the the type of gravy used and the stuffing was just a glob on the plate and pretty tasteless. Putting the gravy on the Turkey usually is a good idea but not in this case. The pumpkin pie was good. Parking: Great parking

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 3

Never been here, wanted to try it out. Food was different and wasnt bad but not my fav. Waitress was not very attentive. I dont see myself coming back but at least I tried.

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

My wife and I had a wonderful dining experience at Luce Ristorante E Enoteca! We will definitely be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 1

The service was terrible - our waitress did not know her menu, could not explain how anything was prepared. Our waitress could not tell us what type of liquors the bar served. I specifically request lemon for our table for our waters - we were brought two lime slices????!!!! Our water glass was never refilled. Our dinner came out luke warm - I myself ordered the chicken marsala - it tasted like Chinese food. We ordered coffee, the waitress served us pressed coffee, which we were excited to see - however she did not know that she needed to boil the water to serve pressed coffee - she used tap water!!! Obviously no training. To make things worse, the owner was 5 feet away from us at the prep line. Not once did he check on the dining room to make sure all was good with his guest. Absolutely terrible service and even worse food!

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

The Gluten Free Pizzas are just great! The atmosphere is beautiful and it is really nice to eat in this place.

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Being Italian and from New York area, I have been told I am rather picky about where I eat Italian food that I do not cook myself. This place was very good, to my surprise. My wife and I had a great evening. The service was fantastic, The portions were big enough that we both had to take our dinners leftovers home, and the food was very very good. If I had to say one thing that could improve, it would be to use homemade pasta instead of boxed. But I make my own pasta, so I am probably biased. This is a very good restaurant, with very good service, so if you re going to eat Italian , please try this place out. You won t be disappointed.

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Amazing food and service!!

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Awesome menu. Very accommodating. Gluten free pizza!

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 4

The ambiance and food was exceptional and very well prepared. Our waiter was slow in coming around to our table for our drink order, entrees and dessert. He was very helpful otherwise. It was very cold inside where we were sitting even with sweaters on. I think the fan was blowing directly on our table.

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

The Staff was most welcoming professional and accommodating. The food was very good and the atmosphere relaxing.

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

Had an absolutely lovely experience. Ordered two bottles of wine, each different, each equally amazing. Food was delicious. I had a specific request and they accommodated without question. Fantastic. We were enjoying a lovely dinner with my newly found father, so it was absolutely wonderful that they didnt make us feel like we needed to leave, even though it was a Saturday evening. I will definitely go here again.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №194

Rating: 2

Notice the pictures I posted was over a year ago. The quality has declined tremendously food portions have been cut to 1/4. I would order the balsamic ribs and much more. They used to give 5 or 6 ribs. When I visited a few weeks ago the price was the same if not more but the gave me 2 charred bones . The lemon drop martini was watered down. Im not feeling it anymore. Time to find a new place to unwind. My coworkers and I would gush over this place, we all agreed that this is not it!!! Hope they are able to bring the quality back up because this has been my experience the last few times that we went I do not plan to return.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №195

Rating: 1

We waited patiently at our table for 20 minutes. No one ever came although plenty of servers were waiting tables near us or standing around. So, we left.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №196

Rating: 2

The server was not very good, she could of been new at this. She was forgetful, refilled tea no ice, stayed away way too long. The food...I expected a unique taste, did not happen. I ordered the shrimp, mussels, clams over pasta, OK. Wife had Sowrd fish, same. Nothing Special here.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №197

Rating: 2

If you want somewhere that will overcook all your meat to the point of chewiness then this is your restaurant. The bread they offered was doughy and dry.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

A cozy Italian restaurant with a menu with something for everyone. Food is all delicious and fresh. The owner Joe always comes to stop by and say hello. Staff is always on top of their game. Thank you for a great meal!

Date: 2 years ago