To over priced and not very inviting atmosphere. And I have heard the employees are treated very poorly. The portions are not worth the price. The food was not all that great and waitress only checked on our table twice. She was more intrested in talking to other co workers read more

We had been working in town and looking for a good place to eat out and finish our trip near our hotel. A couple of folks recommended Luciano's. We arrived a bit late at the restaurant and thought we would be rushed since the restaurant was closing in 30 minutes. Couldn't have been farther from that. We had a wonderful meal and desserts and I would never have thought to have such a great Italian meal in Kansas. After dinner we sat with Luciano and his wife to discuss the restaurant and one of the folks in our party was starting a food truck. They were great in sharing ideas with us and providing feedback. If you are near the Mulvane area in Kansas, be sure to make a stop at Luciano's. It will be well worth it! read more

If you want to be transported to Italy, eating here will to that for you. The staff along with Luciano & Nancy will take great care of you. read more

We are so beyond lucky to have this gem! I honestly try to go as often as I can. My favorite thing to order for dinner is the Insalata Mediterranea and the Tagliata And I cant emphasize enough, if you can make it during the week, the lunch special is a major deal! ... looking at you locals, quit suffering with fast food and/or the nightmare that is Derby traffic, when we have this amazing score available! Definitely go, definitely consider trying multiple courses, and be open to asking your server for recommendations about what you're ordering (they are a wealth of knowledge!), and enjoy!! read more

I am certain that when folks think of Mulvane the do not think, I bet they have an awesome Italian restaurant, well they do! Luciano's is authentic Italian cuisine period! Yes call for reservations. Scratch made pasta and sauces fresh ingredients make this place a gem for Mulvane and a gem for you and your friends and family. Great atmosphere all nestled in a quaint little community just a short drive south of Wichita. The meal I had last time I ate here started off with an amazing cranberry salad in an edible mozzarella cheese bowl, main course was their cooked to perfection ribeye steak. If you are a foodie, you need to come try this place! You won't be disappointed. -Brent read more

Luciano's - Italian Near Me - Mulvane, Kansas

One of my favorite places to eat!! Atmosphere and food are excellent!! If you have never been you are missing out plan a night at Luciano's it won't disappoint you. read more

We've lived in Wichita for about 4 years now and have had Luciano's on our list of places to try. We've heard mixed reviews, and decided we needed to decide for ourselves if we truly had a hidden gem inside of Mulvane, KS... outside of Italy. Unfortunately, as much as we wanted to love it. It failed short on a few accounts, but the main complaint can be reduced to one word: SALT. I want to be fair and say that the food reminded me a home-cooked meal from an Italian family's home--the menu some variety, but not much. And what I can say is that the conception and the quality of the ingredients looked good. The components had everything going for them to make a wonderful meal, but unfortunately the lack of salt was quite notable. I tend to lean toward a heavier hand on the salt (not talking processed foods, but more when I am cooking fresh ingredients at home, or eating at non-chain restaurants) but my husband typically is not a salty guy. We started with the avocado and shrimp salad. Shrimp was simply boiled and not seasoned, avocado was barely noticeable (for having avocado in the title I expect to taste it) and the vinaigrette was, again, underseasoned. Then, since we had a late lunch with our family, we each ordered different pastas. I got the pasta Salsiccia, my husband got the orto pasta, my oldest son got the lobster ravioli, and two youngest got the 4 formaggi and a carbonara. Now, you know that if you have sausage and bacon in a pasta dish, but still have a huge salt deficit, something went wrong. Our dishes not only lacked salt, they hugely lacked salt. I'm talking, I don't think the pasta water had enough salt in it to flavor the pasta, nor did the pan sauce filled with sausage and vegetables get tasted before it was served. I probably added at least a 1/4- 1/2 tsp of salt from the salt shaker. So did my husband. My youngest's carbonara definitely lacked flavor, not just salt. And the same with my son's 4 Formaggi, which one would infer would not ever be a problem, since 4 cheeses are to be used here. Had the food been at least taste tested before being plated, one with a discerning palate would clearly taste the lack of flavor. What an unfortunate situation when just tasting and salting it would have made the otherwise bland flavors shine, and enhance the true ripeness of seasonal tomatoes and fresh herbs. The pasta was also past its cooking point and no longer "al dente". When the server asked us if we were enjoying our meal, I told him we did like it, however, the food was very undersalted and this was a consensus with every dish at our table. He seemed surprised and explained that they would rather under salt, then over-salt. I told him I disagreed, because salt is a detrimental ingredient in Italian cooking, and rarely does one leave an Italian restaurant feeling the food was "bland" and that it was better to have a slightly bold flavor, over a lack of flavor. And of course tasting one's food (chef's job) could remedy that. We heard him talking to the cook in the back, and a bit of raised voices, and from what we could make out, the cook was not pleased to be told she undersalted the food, nor did she care to receive a critique. This is by far sad, because as I understood, Luciano was not in the building, and she poorly represented the restaurant at that point, not only by not addressing the issue, but also by being unprofessional and allowing us to hear her immature denial. The waiter never got back to us regarding this and asked if we'd care for dessert. No thanks. To give some background I have a culinary background and have studied cooking with some courses being in Tuscany. This was not a good representation of authentic Italian food, and I'm saddened that the gem we thought we could've uncovered, is actually another Italian-American eatery that is catered to an American palate (with all due respect, not saying "American palate" to insult). I don't mind a non-gourmet eatery, and mom and pop type places are ok--as long as the food is good! Here the food lacked one huge component in cooking--SALT. There's a reason the earth used to measure one's wealth by it. Because it enriches, it brightens, it highlights ingredients and elevates them. Use it, and if you are afraid to over-salt, consider tasting your food, this should be an obvious habit in ANY chef worth his salt... pun intended. read more

The best Italian food around. The quality of the food and service is always fantastic. Simple, fresh, authentic and delicious.

Ive eaten in 4 and 5 star italian resteraunts across USA in NY, PA, NJ, all the way to OR, WA, HI, Now imagine 5 star cooks with big city grade cooking skills and long lasting knowledge carried over time with small town hospitality and prices. Luciano's is 100% an authentic Italian resteraunt. The food is cooked traditionally and in smaller portions so every dish has time and care spent on it. Each dish was crafted carefully and full of the 3 most important ingredients Time, Love, and care. The ingredients were of amazing and fresh quality. I can tell the owner isnt just buying cheap ingredients. The cost of the meal is 200% worth it. The building is located right on the main strip of Mulvane by the meuseum. Its completed with great decerations and comfortable seating. They also gave a rooftop area where you can enjoy your drinks and meals. It is a must visit with it being only about 20-25 minutes from Wichita. The waitstaff was friendly and she chose an unforgettable 4 course meal and desert. Each course had something amazing and special about it. While we were eating the owner himself came to introduce himself to us. My dinner lasted 2.5 hours and I didnt want the dinner to end. If i wouldnt have been so full i would have ordered more. I no longer thing of New York when i think of my favorite italian resteraunt. I think of tiny town Mulvane. Who would have knew!? If you want an extremely positive authentic dining experience look no further, this is your place, and i cant wait until I can go back! read more

I plopped down $50 for the chef's special 5 course meal. 2 of the 5 courses tasted good - the sous vide pork and the mushroom soup. The ahi tuna in avocado and artichoke was an awful combination. The lobster lasagna was a big glop because they used too many layers of pasta, couldn't tell there was any lobster. The desert was basically a lavender flavored serving of whipped cream. I did enjoy the wine pairing (additional cost.) the bread and olive oil were good. There was no salad, no vegetable. Overall, a very disappointing meal. I do give them an extra star because they accommodated my husband's food allergies. Service was adequate but not remarkable for what we thought would be a special evening at a fancy place. read more

Fun date night location, it's expensive for what you get in my opinion, but good. We've tried many menu items over the past 4 years and all are made fresh and delicious. We typically come by once a year for special occasions. read more

This is authentic Italian food, there is no chicken on the menu, what you will find is true chef created authentic food at it's best. If you want something real and not commercialized run of the mill, come eat here! Nestled in a great little community of Mulvane. read more

I have heard so many good things about this place. I wanted to love it. I thought the food was delicious. A little pricey, but very good. My husband ordered the lobster ravioli. There wasn't much there, but I only ate a few bites of my pasta, so he ate mine, the only reason he left full. Now for the reasons that I cannot give it more stars. The bread is not good. Dipping it in olive oil with balsamic vinegar? ???? Carabas has you beat 100 times over. The main reason why I didn't give it more stars was because one waitress had a sleeveless shirt on. That is not appropriate attire when reaching across tables, serving food, or getting into the ice machine. That same waitress had her hair all in her face, not tied back. That is disgusting. It appeared that it was an upscale restaurant, but that made it a trashy diner. I loved the tiramasu. read more

This restaurant is pure hype; small tables, old menus, spongy, tasteless bread with a terrible excuse for dipping sauce, etc. However, what is true is that one pays far too much for so little, both in quantity and taste. As an example, the appetizers cost at least twice the price of what they should have; same goes for the entrees and desserts. Speaking of the entrees, we had four different ones, and taste wise they were all no more than average (party of four dined) ... at best. Concerning the dessert we had, the Terra Massu was just plain tasteless. Fact is one can prepare FAR SUPERIOR Italian meals at home, instead of spending their hard-earned money at the over-priced, below average quality (at best) Luciano's. So "No", we will not be returning. And if we ever get the itch to go out for Italian again, we'll just go to The Olive Garden, or Carraba's, and get much more, far better tasting food, for A LOT LESS. read more

I love this place! I had the pepe verde filet. It was so good! Yes, it's a little pricey but it's worth it. read more

Luciano's - Italian Near Me - Mulvane, Kansas

This is good Italian food - for Wichita. That's the major caveat here. It's not authentic. At all. Boston, San Francisco, New York's Italian restaurants would blow this place outta da watah! Everything tasted flat. Like it needed more spice, more flavour - MORE something. Perhaps they're cooking for the Midwest palate; it was busy on a Monday night, so the locals definitely think it's good. I guess my tiramisu sums it up: it was homemade and good --- and then they drizzled Hershey's syrup on it and just killed a perfectly good dessert! Really? Just grate some chocolate on it or fan a strawberry. Oh, and 86 the sawdust "Parmesan" cheese, which is authentic as a Kraft American cheese food single. Service was a bit on the slow and inattentive side, but I wasn't in a hurry and neither were any other tables. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. Kinda like everything else in this visit. Should be 2.5 stars, but that's not an option here. read more

I had a very nice lunch here on a Monday; the restaurant wasn't busy--there was just one other table occupied--but it should be! They have some nice lunch specials. My friend and I both got the Triple Tre, which consists of a half portion each of your choice of salad, pasta, and panini for $10.95. The size was perfect for me, although I can imagine some might feel it is on the small side, but it's fun to get a sampling of everything. The house made pasta was a perfect al dente--I had the sugo. The Mediterranean salad was well dressed and fresh. I sprang for the prosciutto panini, which is an extra $1, but worth it if you're a prosciutto fan! It was perfectly crisp with melted cheese and a perfect balance of prosciutto. We also got tiramisu and a chocolate bomb for dessert. The tiramisu was a bit cream/marscapone-heavy for my taste without enough coffee flavor. The waitress explained they are also offering some other desserts by a local bakery, which is where the chocolate bomb came from. The outer shell was cracked, but it was tasty; it was also a very cream/mousse-heavy dessert, so probably not the best combination along with the tiramisu, although I would say the bomb was the better of the two. Service was polite and attentive, and the free bread with olive oil & balsamic is tasty. There is also a nice view of the train and park. Worth the drive from Wichita, as I think the only Italian restaurants going to are the ones that make their own pasta! read more

Authentic Italian cuisine in a precious setting. Fine dining without the snobbery. The insalata mirtilli rossi (always served in a Parmesan cheese bowl) is a must. The pasta dishes are simple and delightful, and the Grilled Salmon is the best I've ever had. Go here for a special evening, or just because. The Thursday Pizza night and weekend Chef's manu ensure there is always something to look forward to at Luciano's. read more

Sounds like Jennie H is from Italy and knows her stuff. Or maybe she eats her Italian from a can because she doesn't know what she is talking about. This place is GREAT!!! The food is as authentic as you will get. That is why so many people in this area don't understand it. They are used to Defazio's and Angelo's for their references. People don't know how real Italian food tastes but Luciano knows, and his grandmother knew. I could go down there and just make a meal of the cheese bowls. All ingredients are fresh and the food melts in your mouth. The richness is awesome. The atmosphere is incredible and the people that work their are well trained and good. Usually when you have that many high school kids working there are problems but Nancy has them whipped into shape. If you are looking for regular spaghetti and meatballs then this isn't the place. This place has authentic Italian food and spaghetti and meatballs didn't come from the mother land. Eat here and you will leave with a new favorite place. read more

Luciano's is a family favorite! My wife and I both had the chef special with the wine flight last night. Have to say Luciano, Nancy, and Team exceeded our expectations with this dinner date! The first course quiche with carrot was exceptional! Specifically the pastry it came with was cooked and prepared perfectly. The second course salad with fresh lettuce, radish, black bean, and pieces of salami was awesome! Next was a bow tie pasta with a tomato sauce, garlic and a hint of cayenne pepper. Main course was sliced beef with a white truffle sauce. Easily the best meal I've had at Luciano's! And, to top it of our server Monica provided exceptional service! She was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu and coordinating wine flight! Thanks again Luciano and Team for another great dining experience! Well worth the 20 mile drive from west Wichita! See you all again soon! read more

Luciano's - Italian Near Me - Mulvane, Kansas

Short Version: If you are traveling along I35, this is absolutely worth the 4 mile detour to have either lunch or dinner. Especially, if you want to avoid fast food and low level franchise food chains as much as we do. They can accommodate gluten-free and do have a gluten-free pasta! They also do a masterful job in balancing the Italian sensiblity that is about providing high-quality ingredients and smaller portions to taste many flavors in a meal with the American need for large portions. Extremely Good! Estremamente Buono! Long Version: My husband and I are always seeking out unique finds in our travels. This is one of those places. Luciano, the proprietor, has settled in Mulvane, Kansas from his birthplace of Italy where he grew up in Viareggio with his six brothers and sisters. A place in northern Tuscany, Italy, on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea. After meeting an American, who he confesses as the love of his life, he immigrated to the United States settling in Mulvane, which is located just 26 miles south from Wichita's city center, as it reminded him of the wheat fields and sunflowers of his Tuscan home. As we approached the town of Mulvane we were struck by the Mayberry-esque feel. The neat and clean main street had evidence of the town's beginnings featuring Italianate architecture, a quaint park with large stature trees, as well as a train museum. It all makes sense since the town was laid out in 1879 at the junction of five Santa Fe rail lines, and later incorporated in 1883. Most likely an intermodal of sorts. After a long day of travel we arrived at the beginning of Luciano's dinner service. We walked past a cat sleeping on the front stoop who had no interest in accommodating us and our entry to the restaurant. We carefully stepped around her as she yawned. Then we were immediately greeted by a lovely young lady and seated. Our waitress greeted us within a beat or two of sitting down. We began by viewing the wine list and asking about their standout dishes. When she was stumped by a wine question and about to seek assistance, a gentleman arrived by her side and quickly answer all our questions. We choose a glass of montepulciano and we started with the Antipasti - Antipasti Misti di Parma which featured two types of fresh mozzarella cheese, imported prosciutto, kalamata olives, olive oil & salt, and Calamari al Vino Bianco which featured sliced calamari sautéed in garlic, white wine & olive oil served over greens & topped with lemon, herbs & spices. Eleven and Nine dollars, respectively. Our next course was pasta. I had Quattro Formaggi - shredded Italian cheeses blended with real cream & bits of fresh asparagus & carrots, served on farfelle (bowtie) pasta. The farfalle tasted like a high-quality dried pasta and not homemade/handmade, but I would absolutely have it again. My personal preference would be to order it with much more asparagus & carrot in the future. The flavor was very good. My husband had the Mottola Sugo di Carne which is one of Luciano's family recipes. When it first arrived, I know he thought it should have had more meat, but by the last bit he said it was "perfect". He had it served over the gluten-free pasta and parmesan cheese. Both dishes were only ten dollars. You can tell their dishes are made to order, and with high-quality ingredients. Based on the extremely affordable prices the dinners were outstanding and WE WILL BE BACK. We concluded with an espresso. We would have had a lemoncello if that had been available. Fino al Nostro Prossimo Incontro! While eating dinner we witnessed the local "justice of the peace" pull over a car headed for the restaurant. We understand the driver rolled through a stop sign. So their "Sherrif Andy Taylor" is on duty, but we think he really a nice guy too, since the driver only received a warning. Then strolled through the park for a few minutes after dinner. Tip: Ask for a seat in room to the left of entering. You would have a view of the park I mentioned earlier. read more

Luciano's - To Italy without a passport. - Italian Near Me - Mulvane, Kansas

The staff was lovely and very attentive, and the atmosphere was nice. Unfortunately, the food here is just plain and tasteless. While this restaurant has a nice story of the owner coming from Italy, the food in no way reflects it. Honestly, this is the epidomy of a cuisine dumbed down for a local population. The white chocolate Crème Bruleé was runny, which is not acceptable. The bruscgetta d' Aragosta had no flavor whatsoever; tasted like plain bread with canned "lobster". The filetto alla senape had this off colored asparagus, just this faded unappealing share of old green. The mustard butter just tasted like frenches mustard, and the meat was in desperate need of seasoning. I will not be back here again. read more

Lets start with the bread, good but the dipping sauce? Just made all of balsamic. Not impressed. Appetizer. Caprese. Not good. No flavor to it at all, i have had way better homemade, tomatoes were not the best, the mozzarella cheese was the good part. Off to the pasta, it was good flavored but kinda skimped on having any meat. Overall being "using the best ingredients we can afford for little taste of italy" literally seems like the only ingredients they can afford to make bland food. eeehhhh I've had better taste of italy in other small towns of kansas. Over priced for what is served. Lastly the service was awful. when you go to a restaurant and the expectations of a wait staff is for them to wait on you, not for you to wait on yourself. Had to ask for everything and for refills. Had to stand up and ask for service. Customer service is an added bonus to the bland food. Offering free desserts does not make up for it. Do your job till the very end. Not authentic. Not a taste of italy. Italian food is more flavorful than this. read more

Food: Just ok. I have eaten Italian all over the the U.S. and this was below average. The Chef's Special is typically the best in the house. Not here. They served five courses which were not flavorful. In fact the appetizer , a crab puree served in a tomato cup with a leaf of lettuce tasted like canned crab. The pasta was not fresh and was topped with a bland sauce. The entree was a pan fried pork chop that was certainly well cooked but had zero flavor other than salt and butter. Maybe we should have ordered a la cart. Service was good,polite and efficient. Ambiance: We were seated on the annex side ( dont let them seat you there) which was cramped , warm and loud. It seems like they were going through the motions tonight . I don't believe the owners were there. I don't know if I will go back. Its a long drive not to be "Wowed" with what has been touted and THE Italian restaurant in the area.. read more

I've been going to Luciano's since it opened. Over the years, I've had at least 300 meals there, and I've never once been disappointed. If it weren't for the 30-minute drive from my home, I would eat there every day--except Tuesdays ... when it's closed. read more

One of my all time favorite restaurants. The service is great, and the atmosphere is nice. The food is fresh and authentic. My go-to is the orto pasta. Also, the tiramisu and coffee are amazing! read more

Great stop on our way home! We missed out on the cheese bowls but loved the ravioli! Cool atmosphere!

I think this place is a little overrated and the servers seem to think highly of themselves. It's kind if ridiculous. People often trek from out of Mulvane to go here so I think this inflated sense of self is the result you feel from the servers. The prices are above average for the food you get. It's an "experience" more than anything. Style of decor comparative to the Larkspur I would say, but still lacking on a true fine dining experience. And maybe this is just me, but I think the area where there are retail items for sale to be a little tacky. I found the carbonara to have what is equal to flecks of meat in it. Giving two stars because of the fine dining attempt... although I've had better service at Olive Garden. read more

Authentic Italian food, on the expensive side. Service okay, not outstanding. Atmosphere okay.

FABULOUS!!!! Real Authentic Italian Restaurant. If you love wine they have a wide selection for your palate. And the food is very rich in flavor. Love this place. Enjoy the experience. :) read more

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Amazing from scratch Italian food. Fun little restaurant with evening specials that change daily. Yum. It's worth the drive from Wichita. Jeannie may know Italian food (or not) but she can't spell. Epidomy. How did that get past spellcheck? read more

We were in Mulvane for business. Someone suggested eating here. Wow, I thought I was in New York. The appetizers, and main courses that all 3 of us had was incredible. The service and decor are also excellent. What a great surprise. By the way the prices are very reasonable! read more

On Friday, October 12, 2018...We had reservations for 7:00 pm, we arrived at 6:50 and were seated immediately. The waitress brought us water and by 7:00 pm we ordered our appetizer, salad and entrée. At 7:35 pm our antipasta appetizer arrived 30 min after ordering, At 7:50 our half salad's arrived at our table and the salad's had no dressing on them when the waitress came to pick up our salad bowls at 8:00, I asked her when our entrée would be served..."she said absolutely it is coming, it is being dished up as we speak" so at 8:15 our entrée arrived and mine was barely warm. Never once did she apologize for the delay in any of our food. We tipped her, because I think all servers deserve a tip regardless of their service, but we were not happy at all with her attention to our table. I came home and wrote an email to restaurantlucianos@hotmail.com and got no response from them, so I assume the owners do not care about the service at their restaurant. I have told at least 25 people how disappointed I was in the restaurant's food and service. We were there for our daughter's birthday and she asked us not to complain because she did not want to be embarrassed, so we did not say anything at the restaurant. Our server's number from our receipt was #00016 Tami A read more

If you're in the mood for authentic and tasty Italian you must stop here! It's usually busy so we call ahead. Last time we arrived ahead of our reservation and were still sat early. Always great service! read more

This is a great place to eat! It' has very authentic Italian food. The owner/ manager is very nice. The staff is wonderful and very professional! read more

My favorite restaurant in Kansas. I love the lasagna and their salads. The drive to dinner makes for a fun trip. Just thankful a place as cool as this exists! read more

Authentic!!!! If you like Olive Garden don't come here. You won't appreciate real Italian!! When my son visits from North Carolina he loves to come here. Great atmosphere, service, food, and wine! read more

Pasta with crumbled sausage..very good. Not much in area but this stood out.

Great Italian food! Love the cheese bowls for the salad. Definitely recommend the tiramisu.

I have heard rave reviews by friends and family and I am not quite sure why! Lack of seasoning was for sure a major component to the meal fail. Garlic is much needed, seasoning and meat. A lot of the dishes have no meat. The tomato sauce in the rigatoni taste like rage:( yuck! The shrimp pasta had no seasoning and taste too fishy! The carbonara literally taste like Roman noodles with eggs. Unfortunately I won't be going back and it's sad because of what we have heard! They have some changes to make to bring people back or to even stay in business. read more