I know I already reviewed this place but I needed to add more accolades. My boyfriend and I really like going to this restaurant. He still claims that the porcini rubbed rub steak is his favorite. Anyway as a vegetarian I am usually faced with sub par uninteresting food. Well Chef Angelo did me proud with the Caciao de Pepe Ramen. I just loved it and hope it stays on the menu. Now their burrata raviolis and eggplant parm is great too. I loved my meal so much I only ate half so I could have it for dinner tomorrow. I also got the chocolate cake. If you like chocolate...you have to order. Last our server was awesome. Brynn was great with her warm service and bubbly personality. This is why we keep going back. read more

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I had a delicious dinner to Lucco this past weekend. Everything that I had, from start to finish, was fantastic. The service was attentive and intentional, which I loved. For my cocktail, I had the Lucco sangria, which had red wine, chicha morada, pineapple and mint. It was a unique spin on sangria that tasted fantastic. For a starter, I ordered the octopus, which was bursting with flavor from the various components. The octopus was very tender and practically melted in my mouth. For my entree, I had the pesto bucatini dish with shrimp. The dish tasted fantastic and every component complemented each one perfectly. The portion was very generous as well. Although I was full, I still made room for dessert. The tiramisu was fantastic and one of the best that I've had. Overall, I had an incredible experience at Lucco and highly recommend it. One note is that the parking lot fills up quickly on weekend evenings, so there are limited options. read more

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The chicken parm stays on my mind! Crispy, cutlet, rich vodka sauce and quality cheese. I can tell when a restaurant uses cheap cheese and Lucco does not skimp. For a sweet treat Get the beignets with the Nutella dip and Thank me later. Our server was pleasant and attentive and gave suggestions. Perfect date night or girls night out! read more

My son picked this place for his birthday. He wanted Lasagna. We were a group of 12. We did make reservations early and had no problem. The place was packed but our table was waiting for us. All the food was excellent. That fresh salad with shrimp and watermelon - divine. But the reason we were here - the lasagna. He ate it all. So it was good. Everyone loved their food. The little zeppoli like puff pastries were good as well. The staff was attentive and the food came out quickly. All the drinks were excellent as well. read more

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Had an awesome night at Locco Cucina with our friends. The space is beautiful with great energy & the food was spot on. We started with the octopus, meatballs, burrata, and tuna. For entrées, we had the pork chop Milanese, branzino, and lasagna, and all were excellent. The lasagna, though, deserves its own moment. It might be the best I've had in 47 years of life. The presentation is unique--served bubbling, gooey, and packed with flavor. There's some kind of X-factor going on that takes it to another level. I don't think I'll have a better lasagna anywhere. My wife is picky about meatballs and loved them, and I'm usually tough on octopus but thought it was great. Our server Luca was great--nice guy who took the time to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying everything. We also had the chance to meet the owner, who was warm, welcoming, and clearly passionate about the place. Can't wait to come back. read more

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This restaurant really surprised me. We went to dinner with some friends on a Tuesday night and you would have thought it was the weekend with how busy it was! The parking situation is a bit of a headache as there is limited parking however we were able to park in the bank next door with no problem. The restaurant is beautiful and very airy. Our server was great and he offered lots of recommendations and was friendly and patient with us. The food was so good starting with the bread basket. The calamari was fresh. The lasagna was the best I ever had and I especially loved the shrimp bucatini. My least favorite was my dish which was the spicy carbonara. It was a bit dry and could do with my sauce. My husband Caio Pepe ramen was interesting as we expected it to be in a white sauce but it was green. It was good anyway though and the dessert at the end was great. The owner, Jonathan, came by to greet us and he was very nice too. Highly recommend for a date night or meal with the family. read more

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Hidden gem! Maybe just for me not visiting that area often. Overall 5 stars as the food is outstanding. My go to is the meatballs app and the Cowboy Steak as the main course. Italian restaurants are not necessarily known for their steaks however the 18oz Cowboy was the star of the show. So tender and full of flavor, cooked mid-rare to perfection. The service was ok not outstanding however attribute that to the restaurant being absolutely packed. I would rate the steak far better than Roots (an actual steak restaurant) at a much better price point. A little loud but hey... that just screams everyone is having a great time! read more

Come for the food not the cocktails. Came here on a late Sunday. Service was good and friendly. Ordered a mezcal negroni and a greyhound spritz. Both were terrible, like it was made at a high school party. The bronzino and short rib gnocchi was very yummy and saved the meal. Nice venue with neat decor with the garage theme. read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

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3.8 stars for a place this awesome is diabolical. Restaurant, bar and bathrooms were super clean, service was prompt and friendly. Food was fresh, bright and delicious. The calamari and summer zucchini pizza were perfect. Craveable actually. The tiramisu was dreamy. Will def spend my next date night or special occasion here. Well done read more

This is my third time here. Obviously I must like it because I keep returning, I will start with the best part, the food is top notch. Everything we order we love, from the zucchini chips meatballs pizza and chicken parm. Nothing disappoints. There are a few bumps in this road though. First we sat at the bar and directly next to the bar they had a semi private party. It was extremely loud and kinda killed the vibe for everyone trying to enjoy the bar. The group was loud drunk and yelling. Management never addressed them and it gave off college party vibes. Kinda surprised for this place. Second service at the bar was slow. Now I'm not talking about the food being served. That was actually faster than expected for how busy the place was. I am talking about how I sat for over two hours and did not get a water until I asked and it sat empty and was never refilled, the couple next to us began complaining to us because there food was brought out without silverware or napkins. Would I return ? Definitely the food and drinks are great. The service was a bummer. read more

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Beautiful restaurant! Came with a group of women on a Thursday night. Great cocktails and food in a lovely atmosphere. Only negative was the parking was very difficult. read more

Stopped in for a lunch somewhere new and will be adding this to our list of go to spots. The food was phenomenal. Delicious Italian without being overly heavy. The staff was nice and attentive. Beautiful interior with character. read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Margherita pizza and kids pizza - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

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Came here recently and have been back twice since. I typically judge an Italian place by their lasagna. It is amazing and I was shocked. While we tried a few other dishes, I don't recall what they were. I do remember the service was great. Lucco (not the owner) had served us the first time and he was great. It does get packed though and unfortunately parking is horrible. Uber if possible or you may need to park at Trader Joe's and walk over. read more

The ambiance, the food, the cocktails. Definitely a must visit spot for apps, dinner, a nice vibe, etc. read more

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I attended this place for a rehearsal dinner. We sat in the private area. The overall space was very modern looking with a cozy feel to it. The service was appreciated, and the food came out in a timely manner. For starters, we were served the tri colore salad, fried calamari, and meatballs. The salad consisted of arugula, radicchio, endive, gorgonzola, pine nuts and a lemon vinaigrette. This was a nice-looking dish, and the only issue was the gorgonzola. It was way too over powerful. There could have been none or less added to the overall dish. The rest of the toppings were tasty. The calamari was not too bad, a solid crisp. The marinara sauce was key here. The meatballs were okay. They were nicely formed but thought lacked seasoning. For an entrée, I was able to try a few different ones. The entrees were chicken parmigiana, roast salmon piccata, and penne vodka. The chicken parmigiana was again okay. The chicken needed to be pounded out a little more I thought. Again though, the sauce was ideal. The salmon piccata was my favorite dish of the night. The salmon was cooked to my liking and the simple sauce of the lemon, butter, and capers made for a great pairing. The penne vodka was decent too. Will I go back? I think so. read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Roast Salmon Piccata - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

I chose Lucco to celebrate my wife, mother and mother-in-law on Mother's Day. They hosted a group of 7 of us including our infant. They really helped make the day special, not only with the delicious food, but even more so with how friendly and welcoming everyone was ranging from the hostesses to the waitstaff. The ambiance of the restaurant was clean, spacious and lively without being overwhelming. We ordered pizza, salad, a few pastas and the branzino and all were fantastic. The food came out promptly and we never felt rushed, despite this being one of the busiest days of the year. I look forward to returning! read more

Food is great and the space is really beautiful! I went with a group of 7 (got a reservation - a must for a large party) and we shared the crispy zucchini, burrata with prosciutto and meatballs for an app and everyone enjoyed. I had the chicken parm for dinner and when I say it's as large as my head...it's a HUGE portion! Other faves for the table were the eggplant parm and spicy vodka pasta. Service is good, too, although felt a bit slow for a Tuesday night and our waiter seemed frustrated with some of our orders (subbing chicken for the sausage in the vodka pasta; adding pasta to some of the proteins, etc). One thing that took a star down is the parking, which has been pretty impossible each of the three times I've been here. They have a relatively small lot (maybe 18 spots total?) with a gravel pad that people 'unofficially' park in. Last night when we arrived there was absolutely no parking, but we learned it was OK to park in the bank or medical office lots on either side, so long as it was 'after hours.' Get there early if you want an easy parking spot! read more

The service was attentive and well paced, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was very family friendly. Overall a great experience.

Had the Shrimp Fra Diavolo and it was outstanding. The shrimp were fresh and perfectly cooked, the sauce excellent but no spice (a trade off) Great atmosphere, service could have been better. Had the chicken parm a few weeks ago and that was also delicious. Highly recommend read more

Had a rehearsal dinner for 40 of us last night, May 31 . The waiter and waitress service was excellent and I want to thank both of them. The food was also excellent, as a chef,I was very pleased. Thank you so much. !!! read more

Good stuff here. Solid meal with good service. It's a little loud in the main area some times but other than that good italian dishes read more

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The restaurant had a very inviting ambiance. There were a couple of us and we had an enjoyable evening. I had a Syrah which was a Rose and different. The meatballs were delicious and the salmon was very well cooked. The service was efficient. I would definitely come back. read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Roasted Salmon Piccata - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

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Place is nice very very loud but the lasagna was beyond salty and clams with linguine was tasteless but waitress was very nice

Great Service. Cheryl was our server. The Calamari was perfect and the margarita pizza was solid. It is a little noisy but it did not bother us. Will definitely come back for the Pizza ! read more

Penne vodka had zero sauce and the portion was tiny considering the price. Would not go back. read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

Came here on a Saturday night for dinner with a friend and it was amazing! They offer valet service so parking wasn't an issue. I do recommend making a reservation. We both had the drizzy spritz which was delicious. The def do make the drinks strong. We did have to ask our server for bread while some tables were automatically brought bread. For entrees, I had the spicy penne vodka with sausage which was great and then my friend had the rigatoni bolognese which was she said was tasty. The star of the show was def the brocolini which came spicy and was delicious. For dessert we had the fritelle which was so good. It's not listed on the dessert menu but if you asked for it, they'll be able to do it. Would definitely come again! read more

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decor great, ate there 3 times food mediocre at best. each time tried different dishes. I have heard from neighbors that the bar is great but food is disappointing. Never went back. read more

Always very good food and excellent service. This is a go-to place when in the area. Over the years I think we've tried nearly the entire menu. The parking lot is rather small but the I've parked, after hours at the bank next door with no issues. read more

Delicious food, beautiful presentation, attentive & friendly service. We sat in the sun room which was preferably much quieter than the inside areas. read more

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2nd visit to Lucco-this time for lunch-Party of 5. Indicated on my Resy reso we were celebrating a graduation. After being seated & waiting for 10 minutes server came over & we ordered a bottle of bcuz who doesn't want bubbles to celebrate- we were told drinks, entrees, apps all need to be put in at the same time so we put orders in for margherita pizza, calamari, rigatoni bolognese, salmon, eggplant stack, chicken parm sami & short rib sami. Waited another 15 minutes b4 getting the bubbly- they opened the bottle at the bar & came over with glasses full. If I order a bottle of wine, bubbly etc. I expect it uncorked tableside- minor snafu but mentioned to the server we were celebrating & wld have been nice for the bottle to be uncorked tableside- he didn't bother to ask what we were celebrating & asked if we wanted the bottle-huh? was nicely chilled & we enjoyed nonetheless. Now for the food -Don't know what kind of cheese theyre using for pizza & parms but it doesn't seem to melt into that gooey pull of goodness kind of just sits on the food and sadly slides off the pizza. The chicken parm was soggy & again cheese not melted, no flavor & kind of sad looking. Short rib sami w provolone & cini where is the provolone & what's the point of saying there is cini in it if you get one tiny bite in the entire sandwich, sami cld have used a slightly larger portion of short rib as well-felt like a sami put tgthr w leftovers- came w a consomme of some sort which had an offputting flavor that did not add anything favorable to the dish. came w samis they seem like they're from frozen. Salmon was a nice portion as was the rigatoni & were enjoyed. Waitstaff apologized for delays in svc- they were kind & doing their best on a busy afternoon. The restaurant has a great vibe, nice bar & modern chic farmhouse-ish decor but sadly food needs to be better executed. A few tweaks & this cld be a solid 4 but not today. read more

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Food is ok, but overpriced. Front desk staff is generally rude. Purports to be child friendly, but be ready to wait even if you have a reservation with front desk staff "too busy" for you. Rushed services. Overall not worth the price. Ambience is ok. read more

My old school Italian father always boycotted this place so I had never been until... he was out of town one weekend and I suggested to my mother and sister we check it out. So yeah, it isn't old school Italian (no faded posters of Goodfellas and the Godfather or red and white checkered tablecloths). It's a much more youthful, trendy spot with a full bar in the center. Shoutout to our waitress who insisted we get these Nutella zeppole type (IDK the actual name, it was a special) dessert instead of tiramisu. They came out fresh and hot ready to be dipped into the Nutella. Definitely recommend for your next date or girls night... without the old school Italian devotee in your life! read more

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Visited this establishment with co-workers after work (approx 5:30pm) as it is close to the office. My honest review broken down: 1. Prices - I have no issues paying money for quality food. This food was definitely pricey for the lack luster taste. 2. Food - Lacked flavor all around -I personally tried the Fried Calamari, Burrata, Steak Cesar Salad. The calamari had next to no taste at all nor did the marinara. The Burrata was just meh. Others tried the Short Rib Gnocchi and Spicy Penne Vodka. No one was impressed. 3. Service - Poor overall -Waitress disappeared for extended periods -We were forced to order all food at one time. We wanted to order appetizers first and then follow with ordering entrees later like any other restaurant. Our waitress unapologetically informed us that she had to put everything in at one time and promised everything would come out on schedule. I've never heard of a restaurant making patrons order everything in this manner. -Food took a very long time to come out! 4. Atmosphere - LOUD! -I have nothing against noise, but it felt exceptionally loud to the point where our table struggled to hear one another. 5. Location - Parking was tough! Parking lot seemed far smaller than the establishment could handle inside as far as patrons are concerned. -The restaurant's lot was full beyond capacity. We were forced to park in the bank parking lot next door or across the street. (Read the signs carefully as some of the neighboring parking lots clearly advised they'd tow you). -Pretty tight squeeze upon seating. Felt like they stacked as many tables as possible to pack the joint! We kept bumping elbows and space with the table(s) behind us. We knew it wasn't our imagination when the waitress started pushing tables a bit as people left to give allow for more space. -Clean overall and well maintained. Overall just not impressed and likely won't return. Glad to say I tried it and also glad I didn't have to pay the check as the food was pretty subpar. My 2 stars is based on the overall presentation. Dishes were plated well and looked pretty. Too bad the taste didn't match. read more

Lucco is an Italian food outpost in a suburban bedroom community halfway between New York and the Pennsylvania line. It features popular Italian items including a fully restored 1958 Vespa Motor scooter in brilliant Ferrari red on a pedestal in the center of the restaurant. This coupled with a white marble bar beckons the community to come join the conviviality exuded by the atmosphere urged on by popular Italian music, both classical and popular. Their catchline is "Eat, Drink, Live!" Lucco can provide seating for couples, families as well as large groups within sight of their floor to ceiling fireplace. The menu offers are broad from small plates to traditional pasta dishes that can be coupled with a full range of wines and spirits. The wines included Prosecco, Rose, Pino Grigio, classic Chianti and anything else in between. Cocktails and Spritzes were heavily in evidence and there was a wide choice of beer, both in bottles and on tap. I chose Perroni. Many at our table for fifteen chose from a variety of 14-inch personal pizzas. Others picked Caesar, Farmer or Mediterranean salads with grilled Salmon or Chicken added. One person ordered the Grilled Branzino and another the Chicken Milanese. I settled on Rigatoni Bolognese that contained a traditional mixture of beef-pork-veal ragu. I coupled this with a Roasted Vegetable and Farro appetizer (made with carrots, butternut squash, beets, sweet potatoes, wild mushrooms, brussels sprouts) served warm with a lemon vinaigrette. I shared this with my wife. The dish was outstanding. The evening with extended family and friends was fun and everyone in the restaurant appeared to enjoy themselves in these warm and inviting surroundings. If you are ever traveling through Central Jersey via I-78 and are looking for a good place to eat other than the proverbial fast-food emporia, Lucco Cucina & Bar. You won't go wrong. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g46441-d14978895-r1011529747-Lucco_Cucina_Bar-Florham_Park_Morris_County_New_Jersey.html# read more

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Excellent service, fantastic zucchini starter and salmon. Too full for dessert but the menu had some great looking possibilities! Hope to come back soon read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Date night wine n beer - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

Absolutely Everything. The grilled octopus entree is delicious. The Rigatoni Bolognese is top tier as well.

We visited this restaurant for the first time last night for a family birthday dinner. We looked forward to eating here, as we had heard great things. I will start by saying that the forty minute car ride was absolutely worth it. The restaurant has a large open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, and it is definitely a comfortable place to be. Staff were incredibly kind, attentive, and helpful. The food was incredible. Linguine Nero was absolutely wonderful, with generous amounts of crab meat and in a delicious spicy sauce. Calamari was crispy and the garlic aioli that came with it added depth and lots of flavor. My other half loved her lasagna. Drinks from the bartender were well-mixed, strong, etc. Good bourbon selection here. Overall, a wonderful experience. Will definitely return. read more

Great food and great service...we were there with a group and the place was perfect. The only issue is parking is pretty limited! read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Spicy penne pasta - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

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This place has that home style, Italian, feel, from the homemade focaccia to the amazing meatballs. This place is a must go! Our waitress was very nice and attentive to us. I even wanted my roasted chicken cooked a little more, and she took it right back with no fuss! My husband loves his linguini in clam sauce. And the drinks for strong and tasty! We had the old fashion, and also try the raspberry beret. This place is a super cute date spot or just great for a nice dinner read more

Lucco Cucina & Bar - Linguine with clams - Italian Near Me - Florham Park, New Jersey

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If I could, I would give this place like a 3.7-3.8. There were a few things they did VERY well. I ordered the Italian Greyhound Spritz to drink, and wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was, but I would definitely get it again (and try the other spritzes on the menu!). The zucchini appetizer was super yummy, especially the sauce that it came with. The Lucco Meatballs appetizer was GREAT, highly recommend -- the sauce was flavorful and the texture and tenderness of the meatball was perfect. For my entree, I ordered the Cavatelli, and the pasta was cooked to al dente perfection. As for the aspects I expected more from, the biggest miss for me was the tomato sugo on my cavatelli -- unfortunately, it was almost completely lacking in favor. This was a real shame because as I mentioned, the pasta was cooked perfectly. The table bread was okay (I appreciated that it was a mix of focaccia and standard table bread, but from an Italian restaurant, I expected better bread). The calamari appetizer was just fine, not anything to write home about. All in all, close to a 4-star experience, and I would totally go back to try other menu items and take in the beautiful ambience again. read more

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