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Luca's Ristorante of Somerset
Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

Luca's Ristorante of Somerset Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.lucasristorante.com/
  • Phone: (732) 297-7676
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 10:00pm,

    Friday & Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm,

    Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian, Comfort Food
  • Executive Chef: Andrea Di Meglio
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, BYO Liquor, Delivery, Personal wines welcome, Private Room, Takeout
  • Catering: For catering please refer to our website, www.lucasristorante.com and contact within for your orders.
  • Special Events & Promotions: Fixed price, course menus for New Years Eve, Valentine's Day

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Between New Brunswick and Princeton, Cozzens and Finnegans Ln
  • Parking: Private Lot
  • Parking Details: Additional parking in rear
A word from Luca's Ristorante of Somerset
If you are seeking not just a great meal, but a great dining experience, you need look no further than Luca’s Ristorante Somerset. Tucked away on Rt. 27 between Princeton and New Brunswick, Luca’s Somerset is an oasis of authentic regional Italian cuisine. Offering modern adaptations of traditional… dishes from Ischia, here you can enjoy hand-cut ravioli stuffed with Chef Andrea’s latest mouth-watering combinations, a selection of fish entrees so fresh that they evoke the Mediterranean Sea, or a filet of such quality that it is paralleled only by the accoutrement that accompany it. Our dining room décor is uniquely Ischitana, and goes to show that here at Luca’s Somerset, we understand that the difference is in the details. When you are done with it all, take in the cozy setting with a delicious dessert made from scratch, and the perfect cup of locally micro-roasted espresso or cappuccino. So please, be our guest.Continued
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
Diner Reviews
  • "Food was very good ambiance was good and the service was exceptional."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "This was our third time at Luca's and they never disappoint us! I had the short rib (to die for!) and gnocchi, which was out of this world! I would definitely recommend this place!"
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "friends recommended Lucas to us and now we recommend it to you. Tucked away in a small strip mall you'll never see it unless you look hard, and that is too bad. It's worth finding. Lucas is not you're typical Italian eatery. Mango, marscapone, and prosciutto for and appetizer? Sure, and it was delicious. They take the traditional and add a twist making it interesting and fun. Lucas is small, so reservations are highly recommended, especially on typically busy eat out days. Prices are reasonable, dinner for two with appy and desert for a little over $100. We'll be back and we'll bring friends."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "I googled best restaurants in the area and Luca's was #1. This place IS the best. Wow! Best food we have had....EVER!!!!!"
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "Dining at Luca's was a pleasurable experience. The food was excellent with large portions. Given the lack of decent restaurants in its area, it is definitely return when I am in North Brunswick"
    Dined on 12/29/2013
  • "2nd time here and it's awesome. Everything is fresh, well presented and the atmosphere is soooo cute. I love it here. Took my husband and he was very pleased with everything. I don't rate food just based on volume like many do (Oh.... went there and we got mountains of food.... that's not us). For me it's about quality and taste. Amounts were perfect (happened to be a bit large actually). Excellent quality and absolutely delicious, very romantic and very nice atmosphere. Waiter was so sweet and attentive - he was awesome, actually.. You have got to try this place."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "We shared the mussels marina to start and they were excellent. We then had the pasta and fish specials for dinner. The pasta special was a trio of pasta, each one stuffed with a different filling (Filet mignon, Lamb and veal) it was served with a mushroom sauce. I had a black sea bass over spinach with shrimp in a white wine sauce. Both dishes were outstanding."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Amazing food, great service...can't wait to go back. This little place blows away many well known Italian restaurants in NYC."
    Dined on 1/19/2014
  • "My family and I went here for dinner . My wife got a pasta dish that was a nice portion and amazing . I went for a chicken dish just as good. My daughters got chicken parm and pizza . The parm was delicious And the pizza was Ok not bad"
    Dined on 1/3/2014
  • "our first visit..how could we live here for 40 years and not have heard of luca's?! the butter is even worthy of note-mixed with roasted garlic and perhaps dried fruit! we had 2 starters, the burata and a special mushroom mixture on focaccia bread. dinners were lasagna and the "rags of pasta". the portions were very large. they sell wine by the bottle from Hopewell valley vineyard through a "vineyard license" but you are allowed to bring your own. excellent experience!!!"
    Dined on 1/1/2014
  • "Lucas is always a great dinner! It is still a BYO, but they do offer NJ wine by the bottle. The cocoa butternut squash is not to be missed!"
    Dined on 12/27/2013
  • "Third visit, parties of four each time, and each time each person was delighted with their meal. The food is OUTSTANDING! The service has always been spot on, the only reason for loss of a star in the rating is the closeness of the tables, you have to make friends with the people behind you because you have to ask them to move if you need to get up."
    Dined on 12/20/2013
  • "Nestled in a non-descript strip mall on Route 27 5 miles south of New Brunswick's Theater District, Luca's is well worth a detour for its outstanding Ischian cuisine. Great food, attentive service, unique ambience and a BYO to boot. Dinner for four including tax and a 20% tip came to $180."
    Dined on 12/17/2013
  • "This was my first time here, I live pretty close but never made it over. With Family in town I decided to bring the Family to Dine here. The food was very good. The ambiance was very romantic, You definitely feel like you have left Somerset. The food was delicious. We did not have dessert so I can not say anything to that."
    Dined on 12/1/2013
  • "The food was very good. The bread was very good, and creative. The service was very good. The ambiance is nice. All of our meals were delicious. We had the Salmon, Tilapia, Seafood Assortment and Pasta. I'm surprised I've never heard of this place before."
    Dined on 11/30/2013
  • "went for lunch with a group of 6. Everyone enjoyed their food. Large portions (I had the Osso Bucco appy and it was large enough for a main course in most restaurants). Everything was fresh and the waitstaff was friendly and helpful. We eat in New York on a regular basis and I would say the food was as good as any NYC restaurant."
    Dined on 11/14/2013
  • "Food at Luca's is always adventurous and delicious. Love the specials, always order one of them! Homemade pastas are amazing. Fascinating blends of ingredients, lots of farm-to-table, local products. Ambiance always wonderful - feel we are dining in an Italian vineyard. Staff most accommodating and professional."
    Dined on 11/16/2013
  • "This was the second time dining at Lucas, and we were not disappointed. The food was superb and the service was excellent. My wife and I enjoyed the setting and the ambience.We will tell all our freiends."
    Dined on 11/9/2013
  • "First time at Luca's. Lovely atmosphere and quite cozy. I love outdoor dining and the overhead vines made me feel like I was dining on a garden patio. Food and service were excellent. Well deserves another visit."
    Dined on 11/3/2013
  • "Always delighted with the food choices here = best homemade pastas and delicious tomato sauces. Always order at least one special of the night. Wait staff knowldegeable, helpful and friendly. Our favorite local dining spot."
    Dined on 10/26/2013
  • "Overall, it was good. Peeves that upset the apple-cart. Service was horrendous. 2 1/2 hours, 8:30- 11PM...on a Saturday night. But, they were busy. The food is on the heavier side and not exactly health-conscious. Lots of butter used. Had to spend days making up for it with a whole-lot of veggies."
    Dined on 10/13/2013
  • "loved this place. from the moment you walk in you feel welcome until the time you leave. our waiter was very attentive but not over bearing. we were never rushed. I had the lasagna and you could tell it was made to order. Portions were generous, can't wait to eat the leftovers. it was a bit of a hike for us to get there but so worth it, can't wait to go back again. If you love creme brulee i recommend it. It was light and yes you can eat the whole thing."
    Dined on 10/13/2013
  • "As always, the food was phenomenal. This is a great family owned place and like many family owned places, they always make you feel right at home. What sets this place apart from other family owned places, however, is the chef. The food is always amazing and never disappoints. I only wish they'd move a little closer to my house!"
    Dined on 9/21/2013
  • "We were a little leary when we first drove up to the restuarant as it was in a small strip mall, but we were delighted once we entered. The decor was very nice and the food was excellent. They even allowed you to bring your own wine, and if you didn't there was a small liquor store at the end of the mall (3 doors down). I would highly recommend this restuarant for a nice Italian meal."
    Dined on 8/12/2013
  • "Great service......outstanding food.....highly recommend"
    Dined on 9/8/2013
  • "Excellent food & service at Luca's and we plan to make it one of our favorites!"
    Dined on 9/1/2013
  • "Food amazing, calamari perfect, crunchy & tender. Lobster Cannelloni loaded with lobster, shrimp, scallops. Dined with group of 10, every meal was excellent. The nite's special, red snapper fish prepared with spinach, was cooked to perfection. Looking forward to our next visit; goal is to taste everything on the menu. And love the decor - hand painted tiles, each panel tells a story. Very cozy."
    Dined on 9/2/2013
  • "As always the dinning experience was excellent. The food preparation was creative and wonderful. I had the special fish which was Red Snapper in a white wine sauce with tomatoes and crabmeat and it was exccellent."
    Dined on 8/17/2013
  • "Have been going there for the last several years and always find the food interesting with creative as well as traditional items. The staff is especially warm and attentive."
    Dined on 8/16/2013
  • "Everything was fantastic... the chicken with the wild mushroom sauce may be one of the BEST chicken dishes I've ever had."
    Dined on 8/11/2013
  • "A wonderful restaurant ...from the decor, service, and exceptionally fresh food. Chef Andrea creates extraordinary dishes. Pasta is made from scratch by Andrea. We especially love the authenticity of the menu. Luca's is perfect for any occasion."
    Dined on 4/13/2013
  • "This was our first time at Luca's. The food was very good. The service was also very good. We'll be back!"
    Dined on 8/4/2013
  • "Decided to bring my son who is a real foodie. We were not disappointed! Appetizers were delicious and interesting such as the marscapone and fig wrapped in prosciutto. lovely Everyone enjoyed their main course and had more than enough so leftovers were enjoyed the next day. Especially love that we can bring our favorite wine to enjoy with our dinner. My only regret is that Luca's is a 40 minute drive from home. Looking forward to our next visit."
    Dined on 7/21/2013
  • "You have to try the Fig appetizer - Outstanding!!! Although, everything else was just as good. Great meal, go - you'll think so too."
    Dined on 7/21/2013
  • "The food preparation is creative and excellent. From the bread to the desserts."
    Dined on 7/7/2013
  • "My husband and I had a rare date night out here. The food was really excellent. We had the burrata appetizer to start. Yum! I had a veggie ravioli that was a nightly special, and I loved that the ingredients were very fresh and unprocessed. The sauce was so wonderful, but not over-powering, and the flavor of the veggies really shone. We were in a hurry to get to a movie, so we just took a cannoli to go, and it may have been the best cannoli I've had! Our only regret is that we didn't try the place sooner!"
    Dined on 7/5/2013
  • "This was the 2nd time I ate here in the last three weeks. Both times the food was absolutely great!!! The place is nice & cozy and great to celebrate a special occassion. The wait staff is very polite and attentive. I would recommend this place to all!"
    Dined on 6/29/2013
  • "Been here several times (4 or 5) and we are always very satisfied. This restaurant is very consistent... food, service, etc. Have taken several people there and they have been equally impressed!"
    Dined on 6/28/2013
  • "Went with my husband and parents for dinner. I have to say, we have eaten in some of the best restaurants but I enjoy Luca's just as much! I had the fig appetizer that is my absolute favorite. The contrast of sweet figs, creamy marscapone and proscuitto was perfect. I also had the lamb osso bucco for an entree. It was fall off the bone delicious! The sauce was great and the risotto it was on was nice and creamy. My husband loved his veal and swears it is some of the best veal he's had and my mom and dad split lasagna and shrimp nuevo. Also both delicious. All in all it was a great meal!"
    Dined on 6/24/2013
  • "The food was outstanding, but the restaurant is small. We were squished in the corner next to a very loud party. This made it hard to have a conversation at the table and sometimes I felt like I had to shout in order for the person sitting directly across from me to hear what I was saying. The food was really great though! Definitely will have to come back and try their other dishes."
    Dined on 6/16/2013
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