I visited Lucali Miami in advance of a cruise and to no small degree planned my day around dining here! So my very high level of anticipation may certainly be partially to blame for my average-ish experience. I was pleasantly surprised to get a table with no wait at ~6:30 on a Wednesday evening. Staff were attentive and friendly. Prices were high, as expected, but at least the pizzas are of reasonable size. The $32 pasta portion probably could've been a bit more generous. But anyway, on to why we're all here - The Pizza: The crust had a great crunch but I felt lacked nuance beyond that, no chew and a touch on the dry side. Cheese and sauce were fine but also unremarkable. The heaps of basil provided some bright freshness that was definitely appreciated. I feel even more compelled now to try the NYC location for comparison! This wasn't a bad pizza by any stretch but not something I would ever pick over my favorite NYC standouts. read more

Lucali - The classic plain pie - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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This is a great fast-casual spot if you're looking for something quick, tasty, and affordable. The food is consistently good, with fresh ingredients and solid portion sizes that make it feel like you're getting great value for the price. The menu has a nice variety of options, so it's easy to find something you're in the mood for whether you want something light or a more filling meal. Everything comes out quickly, but still tastes like it's made with care rather than rushed. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, making it a perfect place to grab a quick lunch or an easy dinner without spending a lot. Overall, it's a reliable go-to when you want good food that won't break the bank. read more

the apps were the standouts for me. I thought the artichokes were delicious, the wings were well seasoned with tasty sauces, and the three cheese fusilli was cooked al Dente with an addictive sauce. The pizzas left a bit to be desired. The crust is similar to that of a burnt cracker. It's not very doughy and is a bit too crispy relative to the New York style pizza I grew up having. The toppings were hit or miss, with my favorites being the pepperoni, prosciutto, and sausage, and my least favorites being the arugula and the meatball crumble. The service was quick and attentive without being overbearing, and the ambiance was cozy yet elegant. I don't think I'm running back here, but I'm eager to try the one in Brooklyn (if I can get ever get in). Overall 3.9/5 read more

Lucali - Fusilli - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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This one of my husbands and I favorite restaurants. It is super consistent. Every visit has been spot on. I usually avoid ordering pasta, it's just not my thing but their spicey 3 cheese fusili is killer! We love the pepperoni pie with onion. Sometimes we'll let the server pick our toppings just to experiment. Their Kale Caesar is delicious as well. Highly recommend the Mozzarella sticks. See cheese pull featured on photos. What's really neat is that this a NY based restaurant that people usually wait in line to try and get it but here on the beach we've never waiting more then 10-15min to be seated. Service overall is timed well. We never wait to be attended to and food always come out hot. Atmosphere is relaxed and not pretentious at all. Family friendly for sure and there are booths for small parties of 5-6. We love it there. read more

Lucali - Spicey pasta - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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A very local vibe, far from the main visitor areas. It was buzzing, even late on a school night. While the pizza menu is somewhat straightforward, they do have a lot of yummy starters to choose from. Baked Clams: This felt like old school Italian-American luxury. Clams jazzed up with buttery breadcrumbs and herbs. Every bite had a nice contrast of chewy clam and crunchy topping. I especially liked trying to scoop up some of the juices on the platter before eating the clam. Pepperoni Chips : Instead of getting pepperoni on the pizza, I decided to get it as a side. Crispy and delicious, like those prime pepperonis that cup upwards on a pizza, except a whole plate of it. There was some honey to dip in, but I didn't need it. Plain Pie: Had to try their famous pie, unblemished by toppings. Really loved the very tomato-y tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella. The covered part of the pizza was a little floppy while the uncovered crust was dry and shattered upon biting. They seemed to have an odd amount of crust and on Yelp I've seen several photos of people eating the yummy middle but leaving the crust. Not wanting to waste it, I ordered a side of sauce. Sauce Side: I was expecting a little dipping ramekin, but it turned out to be like a bowl of soup size. This is perfect for moistening and livening up all that extra crust. All of a sudden leftover crust became delicious breadsticks. read more

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Can you take an NYC legendary mainstay, and transport it to Miami Beach? No way! It turns out, you can! Pizza, pasta, cocktails, brick oven, great staff. It's all here. Even a kids' menu for picky eaters. Indoor or outdoor dining. This is more of an "I can't adequately explain it" type of place. Pretty poor for a reviewer, I admit; however, in town three days...went here three times. Downsides: pricy, but it's Miami Beach. And, be forewarned, pasta dishes come out well before your fresh made pizza (yes, dough rolled with a wine bottle). So, either ask that the dinners come out with the pie, or order pepperoni chips, and don't be a pain. Eat up! read more

Lucali - The dining room just before the lunch rush. - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Maybe the best place for Pizza in Florida. For sure the best in Miami. You decide your tops on the pizza. For me the magic is a mix of prosciutto and arugula. The lemonade is homemade and that for me is big times happiness.we are celebrating my grandson's birthday, what a new Yorker way to celebrate in Miami, thanks cousin Mark! read more

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We swung by famous Lucali to experience the pizza and ambiance. We were seated right away for lunch. Inside is charming and feels like a true Italy countryside restaurant. We ordered a kale Caesar and one of their famous pizzas. The pizza was fine, thin and crispy with good sauce. I'd give it a 4/5 if it weren't for the price. A pie is almost $40 - it is simply too expensive. Otherwise we had a nice time. read more

We hadn't been to Lucali in a couple of years, and I have to say -- the food and service are still just as amazing as the first time we tried it. One thing I'd love to see improved: some of their best dishes aren't listed on the actual menu, even though you can find them online. I really think Lucali should consider adding them officially, or at least have the servers mention them -- they're too good to be kept a secret! We ordered the fried ravioli with vodka sauce, and WOW -- whoever came up with that combo deserves a pat on the back. Absolutely incredible. The Kale Caesar salad was also a hit. It had the perfect balance of bitterness and saltiness, and the croutons were next level -- crunchy, flavorful, and clearly homemade. We also had the chicken wings, which were another highlight. They tasted like a perfect blend of BBQ and hot sauce, with a little drizzle of ranch on top and a bit of char that added extra depth. So good. Finally, we tried the clams (also not on the menu), and they were unbelievably fresh and decadent. Lucali continues to be a solid go-to for us -- consistent, flavorful, and always memorable. Just a little more transparency on those hidden menu gems, and it would be a 10/10! read more

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Sat at the bar and pizza and wine were great! The place was packed! We will return next time we go down there. read more

Lucali - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

I will forever and always love and eat PIZZA! I make a point to try every new spot that comes my way in Miami and without a doubt there hasn't and will never be another place like lucali. The quality of ingredients, the attention to detail and the service just match the atmosphere they try to put out. The pizza here will change your life so make sure to take someone special or make a special occasion of it. 10/10 read more

Lucali - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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We were seated within 5-10 minutes and ordered the kale caesar salad, all beef pepperoni chips served with honey were crispy and delicious. We ordered a margarita classic, 1 plain pie with olives, artichokes and pepperoni, a pappardelle bolognese and a side of veggies that included mushrooms, onions and red peppers. We also ordered a chicken Parmesan. Don't forget to order a side of hot honey to dip your pepperoni chips! The vibe is cool and a bit dark for dinner and the music plays while it's packed so you may have to sit close. read more

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Highly disappointed. I wish I read and trusted the reviews from people from NYC or outside of Miami. This is truly not NYC pizza. It was okay and tasted like dollar pizza from NYC. The sauce had absolutely no taste. Although it was NY style the taste simply wasn't there. The service was excellent with no wait time despite no reservations. The restaurant is extensive with great seating and good date night vibes. Overall would not return though. read more

Lucali - Pizza with onions and Red Peppers - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

#Iykyk that the NYC post is better, its the original, but that being said, the Miami location is pretty good. Id recommend ordering for pickup or going late and grabbing a table outside. The prices seem to keep climbing...I feel last time I was in the Brooklyn/Carroll Gardens location a pie was $25. Here its $32. Its always consistent. Alwyas good. And beats waiting forever in line in CGardens often freezing cold or raining only to et to the front of the line for them to tell you they arent taking orders or the first available table is at 10:30pm. read more

Lucali - Margarita - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Been wanting to visit Lucali for a while now and so glad we finally made the trip to Miami Beach. They don't take reservations so we decided to go for Sunday lunch and the restaurant had a few tables open. When we left, it was pretty full. For an appetizer we ordered the prosciutto bread, which is currently a special they're offering. We didn't realize how much bread came with this order. The whipped ricotta with honey was amazing. I preferred the sesame bread over the prosciutto bread. We ordered the plain pizza with pepperoni on half. I really enjoyed the pizza. The sauce and cheese had the perfect balance. The crust is super crispy like a cracker. I wish they brought the sauce and cheese up more so there was less crust. I'd definitely go back to try other toppings and different signatures. read more

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So grateful for the delicious vegan options!! Perfectly seasoned & dough well done. Thank you! read more

Lucali - Marcos Vegan Pie - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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I recently dined at Lucali for the first time and, wow was I pleasantly impressed! I always worry about potentially overhyped restaurants but I can say - Lucali lives up to the hype!! I arrived on a Saturday night at around 6pm. I know that is an early dinner time for Miami (lol) but I still anticipated a wait just in case. We easily found street parking, but there is also a garage nearby. Luckily, we were quickly seated. The space is quaint & cozy. The servers were great & attentive. We started with the baked clams which was our favorite dish. They were perfectly broiled & the sauce was *chefs kiss*. We opted for a cheese pizza with pepperoni. Very thin crust, and cooked perfectly. $40 for a pie is definitely spicy price but I think it's worth it (and I am a NY pizza snob). To drink I went with an aperol spritz which was kind of underwhelming. My bf got a Peroni, which he enjoyed. For dessert we got the cannolis & an off menu Nutella calzone. I liked the fluffiness of the dough on the calzone but wasn't overly impressed by it overall. I would skip dessert next time, unless I was with a large group - I would like to try the Nutella pizza. Overall, Lucali has easily become my favorite pizza spot so far in Miami. I will definitely be back. read more

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Amazing meatballs and pizza. Will definitely go back. Very fast service, no wait during weekday lunch. Easy to walk in. Resy showed no reservations until later in the afternoon, but the place was empty around noon. read more

Lucali - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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My and my husband's go-to spot for best quality Italian food. We've pretty much tried everything on the menu and every dish is spectacular. My favorite remains Fusili Alla vodka which is consistently delicious. Their pizza has a perfect crust and in my opinion one of the best pizzas in Miami. The staff is wonderful and always very attentive and knowledgeable about their menu. Lucali service is always top notch and it's a pleasure to be there. read more

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Ive been living in Miami for over 7 years now and Lucali is STILL in my top 3 best pizzas in the city! The atmosphere is so nice.. Their playlist is ALWAYS killing it, the lights are dim and the vintage decor is so cute. I love that i can pick the toppings and my go-tos are onions and meatball crumbles - trust me on this!! Lucali is a 10/10 for me and will always be one of my fav spots in the city! read more

Lucali - MY FAV: Plain Pie with Onions and Meatball Crumbles (try it and thank me later!!) - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Excellent place, nice ambience, friendly staff. They didn't have online reservation but we waited only 20 mins when we walked in. Restroom was clean. They have wood fire pizza, crispy dough. Everything we ate was tasty. read more

Lucali - Mushroom and onion pizza - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

The pizza was delicious, but for the price there's something missing. If I'm paying 40$ for a pie atleast give me an ocean view or something. Way too expensive for pizza read more

Superb. The food, service and ambiance and location of the restaurant are all fantastic. 10/10 read more

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We dropped by here and grabbed a full pizza to go (no slice options). It was a little disappointing even when fresh -- overall the flavor and combination of cheese/sauce wasn't our favorite. read more

Lucali - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

I finally made it to Lucali only to be left empty by the disappointment that is Lucali Miami Beach. I'll start with the good: great playlist of music. I wasn't expecting to find an old school soul and r&b playlist in a pizza spot on South Beach. It definitely created a vibe. Oh, and the Monopolio draft beer selection at $9 was also a plus. Everything else after that was a no sir! Starting with the house salad. Great things to find in there especially the olives, but the dressing was nothing but pepper and vinegar with 1 drop of oil. We ordered a plain pie, because at $32 for a plain pie and $8 per topping almost, I need to know if your base is even worth it. It was not. The crust I would say is beyond cracker and it would literally disintegrate with any pressure applied to it. The part with the sauce and cheese was decent but by the time we got to the second slice, it was no longer standing up on its own and became a flop of a slice that if allowed to flop everything would slide off. Also because it's Miami, we unfortunately are being charged around $8 per topping whereas the NY location charges $3. And then there is a sign on the front door that says no pets but, there were 2 dogs in there shaking and throwing their fur all over the place because SOBE people have to have their dogs in every restaurant and can't leave them at home for 30 minutes. Needless to say, I came, I saw, I won't be back! read more

Lucali - Plain Pie - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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When I read the reviews from other Yankees I thought to myself how bad can it be. It is our beloved lucali after all. And yet mea culpa brothers and sisters, sorry I doubted any of you!!! What kinda hell-ZA is this ? Is the water in Miami so hard that it doesn't let pizza fold ? And if it doesn't fold it isn't New York pizza. Check their basement maybe Lucali is held hostage there by one of the Sopranos forced to don his name? His hand touched no single slice that I can assure you. read more

Service was quick and attentive, and the food was amazing! We had the kale salad, which had wonderful croutons and the perfect amount of dressing, and a half cheese half onion pepperoni pizza. Both were excellent! read more

Lucali is one of the better pizza spots in Miami Beach along with their sister restaurant, DC Pie in Brickell. I always order sausage pizza and a large pizza is usually a little light for two to share, so you might want to add more to your order. There are plenty of reviews of the pizza, you can check those out. This review will focus on the 'meatball hero sandwich' I tried this time. I normally get an order of meatballs to fill us up but I noticed the meatball sub so decided to give that a go and wow I was not disappointed. The sub was big enough to share as it had 4 meatballs in a sesame seed bread. I'm not normally a fan of sesame but damn this will be a reorder for me. I also asked if they had any different bread for next time but this is their only option. It was cheesy enough but not overpowering and the bread was crisp yet soft in the middle. A++++ read more

Lucali - Meatball hero sandwich - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

We were so excited to try Lucali after friends brought us a pizza last year. It's the best. The house salad was great but next time I'm going for the kale Caesar. We split a pizza which had the perfect crust. Service was fabulous. The vibe is chill with no pretense. Next time we are going to get the meatballs and the wings. Not much more to say except it's the best pizza in Miami! read more

Perfect spot for a date night! The ambiance is a dark but well lit and normally pretty packed. We waited about 20 minutes to be seated which was not a problem at all although it was around 9:30pm which was a little surprising to us. Overall there menu is limited to pizza and a few pasta dishes and is way over priced. Although the pizza was good I'm not sure that its worth $30 for a plain pizza. They could've done a lot more with it for that price. read more

Lucali - All Beef pepperoni - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Cozy, sexy and with the perfect pizza. The perfect balance of sauce, cheese and crispy crust. Their margarita pizza is perfectly delicious. Their meatballs do not fall behind, the sauce taste fresh and they are light and airy with a side of ricotta to complete the plate. We loved our dinner come casual dress up either way you will have an amazing time. Love places like this. read more

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Wow. The rumors are true...hands down best pizza in Miami and better yet, Lucali offers so much more than just pizza. It took me too long to try this exceptional Miami gem. I was expecting nothing less from their amazing executive chef Santo. A legend!!! To start, the salads were unreal especially the kale Caesar. Meatballs are an absolute must and fried ravioli paired with the best tomato bisque. Even the bread...everything prepared in house made with love. Do not skip out on the specials, the clams were fantastic. By the time pizza arrived we were in disbelief. A gorgeous 20 inch pepperoni pie. Love at first bite. The grand finale was a beautifully presented birthday dessert with ice cream surrounded by fresh fruit and the greatest cannolis you'll ever have. A wow experience start to finish. The ambience has a warm and inviting rustic romantic Italian feel. The staff will make you feel right at home. An incredible option for groups, celebrations, and definitely date night. Cannot wait to return! read more

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Worst service ever I was seated by the host and sat down for 15 minutes however no one came to my table to take my order after 15 minutes. I got up and left. read more

I've ordered from Lucali's on more than a few occasions, including to the L&D ward at Mt Sinai hospital. Lucali's distinguishes itself by delivering warm and even hot. Apparently, that is a magical feat in Miami. Lucali's isn't cheap. But, a large pizza is a LARGE pizza. It's not a joke of 30 cents worth of pizza dough stretched to an 8 inch diameter appetizer. Toppings actually top, not garnish the pizza. The sauce is not obnoxiously sweet nor is it a bitter disappointment. In a town where decent pizza seems to be a mystery, Lucali's is at or near the top of the list (along with Casola). It's not exceptional, maybe a 5-7/10 by NYC standards on a good day, but for Miami's low scale, it's good. read more

The close off all the reservations the day of. Then ask you to go on the waitlist. Then they say your booking is confirmed even though you didn't agree to a time. Then if you cancel they charge you 25$ per person. Their phone number is disconnected, and their email address bounces back. Another poorly managed hype beast restaurant. Better service at dominos. read more

This place is a hidden little gem. We came here to try the pizza but we fell in love with the pasta instead. There was only 2 pasta dishes to chose from. The pasta was sweet but also a tad bit spicy, it also has a creaminess to it. The pizza was good but a bit salty to our taste. Next time I would like to try the regular pie rather than the white pie. I loved the Caesar kale salad, it had freshly made croutons on top....just WOW. They were still warm when the salad arrived to our table. The pepperoni chips with hot honey, just made me happy inside. They were crunchy and melted in my mouth when dipped in the honey. The main reason for 4/5 stars was the service, the server forgot to bring the soda we ordered. It was a bit busy for a Thursday night, so maybe he overlooked it. Although, the server was friendly and boxed our pizza for us prior to leaving. Overall, I do recommend you check this spot out! There may be a wait to get a table but you can always grab a drink next door while you wait! read more

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After hearing about Lucali for years I finally got the chance to check them out...Amazing! 5 star experience from beginning to end! Celebrated my birthday with 3 friends here and had a wonderful culinary experience. A huge thank you to Santos, the executive chef, who is an absolute gem and really elevated our entire experience. To begin with, service was great, the staff is welcoming and attentive. The ambiance is cozy with dim lighting and feels intimate. We entered food heaven as each dish was brought out. The salads were all good but the kale Cesar was the star. The meatballs were juicy and delicious. The bread wow, the bread was even divine. Save the bisque that comes with the ravioli and dip the bread in it, you're welcome! I'm not someone who will order clams usually but I had them and they were fantastic just like everything else. By the time our 20 inch pepperoni pie made its way to the table we were so stuffed. We were planning to take it to go but as soon as we tried the pizza we knew we had to finish it! They're known for their pizza and there's a reason for it. My favorite was my birthday dessert that was cannoli presented beautifully with fruits and ice cream, such a delight. Loved celebrating my birthday here and will definitely be back! read more

Lucali - Kale Cesar - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Got there at 3:00 and there was no trouble getting a table but was pretty full when we left. They normally have outdoor seating but we went in the middle of a heavy thunderstorm. Interior kind of dark, like an older NYC dive bar. Speaking of bars they had great cocktails. Got a sausage, mushroom and onion pizza which cost $48. The crust was more cracker-like than I'm used to for a NY pizza. The toppings were great. Pleasant experience but not sure Id go back. read more

Lucali - Sausage, mushroom and onion pizza - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Hands down one of the best pizza places in all of South Florida. Lucali Miami Beach lives up to the Lucali name from Brooklyn. Definitely give this place a try if you're missing that Brooklyn taste and feel. read more

Lucali - Plain Pie - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Arrived around 7:45 PM and luckily were sat upon arrival. We had cocktails and ordered the Kale Caesar salad to start, which was delicious. Opted for the pizza special of the night, which included prosciutto, fig (look at those huge pieces!), fig jam, arugula, and incredible cheeses. It was melt-in-your-mouth delicious...so much so that we forgot to take a picture before diving in. The pie was enormous so we took a lot home. My only complaint is being charged $8 for water. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for amazing pizza. read more

Lucali - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida