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Lucia

408 west Eighth #101, Dallas, TX
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Ranked #40 of 1,832 restaurants in Dallas
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Keller, Texas
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

This was our first visit to Lucia. We waited for 6 weeks and it was well worth the wait. The Italian wine was splendid and the soft crab salad was served with an excellent presentation. Our Texas Wagyu coulotte with fingerling potatoes and assorted lilies was delicious and I highly recommend this dish. Dessert was to die for. We had... More

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Texas
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28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

I've eaten at Lucie at least a dozen times. I had one meal that I considered sub-par -- all the others have been excellent. The menu changes very frequently depending on what is fresh. It isn't extensive -- there will be five or six starters and that many main course choices. But there are always multiple choices that are attractive... More

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See 14 more reviews by wirepaladin08 for Dallas
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206 reviews 206 reviews
142 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 54 cities Reviews in 54 cities
444 helpful votes 444 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

We entertained 2 business colleagues at Lucia in May. One of them is an Italian American who lives in Chicago and has eaten at some of the finest Italian restaurants in the US. First, the reservation system. The restaurant was not accepting reservations until approximately 1 month prior to the date we wished to book. This creates an issue when... More

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See 8 more reviews by Fearful for Dallas
Santa Fe
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25 reviews 25 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Usually booked 2 months in advance and we were lucky to get a 6pm reservation on a Thursday night (the concierge at the Ritz Carlton said it was their most difficult restaurant to book). Arrived 15 minutes late because the cabbie was confused about the address but the hostess (owner) was not upset and seated us. Corkage is not allowed.... More

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McKinney, Texas
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29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Very good quality and table service. Small place (maybe11 table tops plus food bar) explains the LONG wait for reservations. The oysters for appetizer on half shell were to die for - some of the most delicate & tasty I have ever tasted. Veal chops were fantastic, wine selection great BUT pricey for the offerings. Parking is limited but I... More

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See 4 more reviews by Zhorshik for Dallas
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Small but mighty LUCIA in Oak Cliff just south of downtown Dallas is a fantastic treat for lovers of real Italian food.One feels like they are in someone's home especially sitting on a banquette out of the way of the waitstaff traffic. I waited six weeks for our mid week reservation and it was well worth it. First you are... More

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See 5 more reviews by dallasgirl53 for Dallas
Dallas, Texas
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I'm still kinda learning about this Bishop Arts district. Like. They put great care into what they create here. Do try the pasta, and the veal chop with Polenta. Scrumdillumptious. 5* (Fuenf stern fuer alles da). Service is real good too. The setting is comfortable and semi-rustic. .

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See 5 more reviews by kurtwvs for Dallas
Rio de Janeiro
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

This is a little jewel of a restaurant. Tiny, we were lucky to get a table without reservations! Probably because we got there really early. Very nice, informal but elegant atmosphere. Great wines, excellent food and wonderful presentatiion. Totally recommend this place!

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McKinney, TX
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37 reviews 37 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

I had kind of assumed that this place was overrated, as has been my experiences with highly rated restaurants in the past. Lucia is not overrated. I had been trying to get a reservation for a few months ~ next to impossible. This place is teeny tiny. My friend and I ended up just getting there about 5 pm to... More

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See 6 more reviews by slos for Dallas
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21 reviews 21 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013 via mobile

Just finished dining at Lucia's. Truly an amazing experience. The Rabbit was tremendous. Quail fantastic. Did i mention that the pork-chop was enormous and flavorful? Our wait staff was knowledgable with excellent recommendations. Place is small with just a few tables and sort of out of the way. But worth every the trip.

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