Lucero

Name: Lucero
Address: 7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ, United States, 85281
Telephone: (602) 794-8670
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (195)

$31 to $50

Spanish

7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

Make a reservation

2 people

May 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Capture iconic sunsets from our rooftop bar and restaurant in downtown Tempe. Designed for the adventurous and bold, and emulating the starry night sky, sip craft cocktails and savor tantalizing cuisine at Lucero.

Please note, we do not accept reservations for our rooftop patio which includes our firepit areas. These are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Lounge
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 794-8670
Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/tempe-asu/dining/lucero
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Cesar Ruiz

Location
7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
Neighborhood
Tempe
Cross street
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Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

Experiences

FIRE PIT RESERVATIONS
$200.00 per party
Dec 5, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Lucero Fire Pit Reservations offer an unforgettable experience on the Rooftop, where guests can enjoy stunning sunset views while cozied up by the warmth of the Fire. Indulge in a selection of delicious light bites and expertly crafted cocktails, perfect for a relaxed and memorable evening. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, Lucero's Fire Pits provide the perfect setting for an intimate and enchanting experience. Choose from Two Seating Times: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. There is a $150 Food & Beverage Minimum Tuesday-Thursday and a $200 Food and Beverage Minimum on Fridays & Saturdays | Excluding Tax and Gratuity | 2 Hour Seating Limit & Up To 4 Adults.

Concierge
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Short Rib Croquettes$19.00
chimichurri aioli, pickled fresno pepper
Bison Tartare$22.00
pickled mustard seed, manchego, guajillo aioli, olive oil cracker
Birria Empanadas$19.00
short rib, birria, queso asadero, cilantro, onion, birria consomé
- Add Empanada$7.00
Twice-Cooked Cauliflower$17.00
aleppo romesco, toasted cashew
Sweet Potato Gnocchi$16.00
charred leek butter, swiss chard, brown butter streusel

Quarter Moon

Chorizo Fundido$20.00
queso, oaxaca, chorizo, salsa fresca, corn tortilla
Baby Romaine Caesar Salad$18.00
grilled baby romaine lettuce, crouton tuile, grana padano, smokey caesar dressing
Arugula Citrus Salad$16.00
shaved fennel, blood orange segments, whipped goat chèvre, candied walnuts, tajin vinaigrette
Zodiac Antipasto Board$27.00
crostini, stone fruit compote, pickled petite vegetables, cured meats, cheeses
AZ Dip in a Dip$18.00
fresh guacamole, roasted corn relish, cotija cheese, southwest hummus, pepita crumble, smoked chile, extra virgin olive oil

Full Moon

Seared Corvina Sea Bass$26.00
butternut succotash, brown butter vinaigrette
New Zealand Lamb Chops$24.00
membrillo chimichurri, carrot purée, grilled asparagus
Duck Mole$32.00
seared breast, mole rojo, fritter, radish, sweet onion, crema
Shrimp Tacos$18.00
mexican white shrimp, sofrito, pico, cotija, fresh crema
- Add Taco$5.00
Wagyu Tacos$24.00
three grilled wagyu, jalapeño remoulade, salsa molcajete, pickled onion, house corn tortilla
- Add Taco$8.00
Wagyu Sirloin$38.00
potato mousseline, charred carrot, ancho compound butter

What 195 people are saying

Lucero reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Phoenix / Arizona
Great for scenic views
East Valley
Romantic
East Valley
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lucero offers "beautiful views" from its rooftop, creating a perfect backdrop for celebrations. Guests appreciate the "wonderful dining experience" and "spectacular ambience". The gnocchi, wagyu tacos, and shrimp tacos are crowd favorites, while attentive service from staff like Ryan and Anna enhances the experience. Ideal for special occasions and romantic dates.

195 Reviews

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Julie
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience for our party of four. Ambience was spectacular, food was good especially the gnocchi, and service was fantastic. Ryan was very attentive, professional, and helpful. He walked us through menu options, drinks and took a great group photo for us. Thank you Ryan and kudos to Lucero!
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Allyssa
Phoenix2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly the food left a lot to be desired. Beautiful place, scenery was very nice. Portion sizes were smaller than expected from open table pictures (maybe outdated). Seasoning was very lacking for my palate but if you don’t like a lot seasoning may be your thing. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Our drinks were always full and food delivered in a timely manner. Over all good experience but if you’re a foodie wouldn’t recommend.
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Olivia
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful views from the rooftop! Great food and drinks! Great place to celebrate ASU Graduation!
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Norma VIP
Los Angeles23 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I thought the Porsches were very small for what you were paying. The food was great though. Sad to see them get rid of the hamburger
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Sammantha VIP
New Orleans2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very nice sunset and food. My father's birthday was great
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Elsie
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a must visit again the food was delicious and the drinks were great this place is very quiet and the view is beautiful just all around a must visit. Great place for a date or girls night out.
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Tiffany
Atlanta1 review
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved the ambiance at Lucero. Very vibey and aesthetic. There were people dressed up and dressed casually so feel free to come as you are. The shrimp tacos were very good but the food is very much tapas style (small) and will leave you wanting more. The food is a bit overpriced for what you receive. The drinks are pricey as well but we knew that before arriving so it wasn't a surprise. Our waitress Anna was amazing and gave us just the right amount of attention we needed for our Girl's night shenanigans. Be advised if you'd like to sit by the fireplaces on the outdoor rooftop, there is a $250 minimum spend for those spaces. Overall, it is an enjoyable experience.
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Jackie
Saskatoon1 review
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Diana was amazing! Great service and the food was delicious
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Christine
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the food, my husband and I got the empanadas, croquettes, the shrimp and wagyu tacos and they were so good! The drinks pretty amazing my favorite was the lyche cocktail. All the servers were very nice and the bar tenders at the bar as well . Very nice ambience , nothing crazy just perfect . The views are gorgeous whether u sit inside or outside .
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Kimberly
Phoenix7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We greatly enjoyed our anniversary dinner at Lucero. Food was delicious, the staff was very attentive and kind. Highly recommend the wagyu tacos!
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FAQs

Lucero is rated 4.5 stars by 195 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
<br /><br />
Neighborhood
Tempe
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Lounge
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Cesar Ruiz
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/tempe-asu/dining/lucero
Phone number
(602) 794-8670

Lucero

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

FIRE PIT RESERVATIONS

Concierge
AI Beta

Menu

New Moon

Short Rib Croquettes$19.00

Bison Tartare$22.00

Birria Empanadas$19.00

Twice-Cooked Cauliflower$17.00

Sweet Potato Gnocchi$16.00

Quarter Moon

Chorizo Fundido$20.00

Baby Romaine Caesar Salad$18.00

Arugula Citrus Salad$16.00

Zodiac Antipasto Board$27.00

AZ Dip in a Dip$18.00

Full Moon

Seared Corvina Sea Bass$26.00

New Zealand Lamb Chops$24.00

Duck Mole$32.00

Shrimp Tacos$18.00

Wagyu Tacos$24.00

Wagyu Sirloin$38.00

What 195 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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