Intro: The day before visiting the Pompei ruins, I was looking for a spot for dinner. Stuzzico di Lucias is the most popular restaurant in terms of reviews on Yelp in Pompei, and it has received a lot of accolades on TripAdvisor, so I made my way over on a Friday evening. Service (3/5): Your typical European experience. Not terribly efficient, friendly, or attentive, but it's a pretty small restaurant so that made things easier. Also a bit of a language barrier with the waitress but we made it work. Ambiance (4/5): Indoor only here which is a bit unusual for Italy where al fresco dining rules. Lovely restaurant though with a homey, comfortable feel. The only downside is that there's no A/C so it was a bit stuffy. Drinks (4/5): I had a Peroni beer (not their standard but one I hadn't had before). It was refreshing. Food (4/5): They start you off with some complimentary bruschetta which is a nice touch. From there, I had the meat platter which came with a generous amount of sliced pork, salad, and bread. I ate half and took the rest to go which they boxed up for me nicely (including utensils which was a nice touch too). The meat was cooked just right at a medium and was flavorful. Overall: If you're looking for a great meal in Pompei, definitely stop by Stuzzico di Lucas. It's located a stone's throw away from one of the entrances to the Pompei Ruins. And also happens to be in the heart of Pompei close to a lot of other restaurants, bars, and shops. read more

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Such personal service! This is an excellent restaurant, especially if you have gluten and dairy sensitivities. The staff were very helpful and their suggested menu choices were outstanding. They were also most helpful in the wine selection. This small setting gives you a local vibe that's hard to beat. What a great experience! To the staff- Gracie mille! read more

Europe 2023 - Pompei, Italy FAST Review Food: Excellent! I had the Gnocchi, which others had recommended and it really was great. We also had the pasta with mushrooms, a bit too much oil on the dish but it tasted great. As soon as we sat down the chef sent us Bruschetta and came out to ask us how we liked it. The Tiramisu is really amazing. You could taste the bottom layer was moist the mascarpone sweet and a perfect cappuccino. Very affordable. Atmosphere: Cozy room, right across from one of the Pompei ruins entrances. Italian music playing in the background. It was a Monday at about 7, there were only two other groups there so not too busy. Service: Amazing, the head chef was not too busy so he was checking on us a couple of times. He was really proud of the food they make. Tips: definitely get the Tiramisu. read more

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Staff was super friendly. They were super good about gluten-free food in our party. Parma and prosciutto was amazing. Let the owner recommend food for you. You won't be disappointed. read more

Food was great!! Service was spot on perfect. Waiter was very hospitable. 5 of us, 2 who had steak 189 euro with dessert and wine. Been in Italy for 3 weeks, best meal yet, fantastic read more

This was our favorite restaurant experience during our Italy and France trip. The food was fresh and tasty. The ambiance is casual, cozy and endearing. To top it off the staff were remarkably friendly, helpful, and welcoming. read more

On our first evening in the Naples metro area, we found this lovely restaurant across the street from the ruins of ancient Pompeii. The chef-owner was absolutely dedicated to excellent customer service. The pasta was EXCELLENT, as was the seafood. The service was welcoming and delightful. The steak, though a bit tough, was cooked perfectly and quite flavorful. read more

The food was pretty cheap and good, though the sauce on my pasta was split. Aside from that, the chef was really nice and seemed very passionate about his food, but the waiter was extremely rude and did not pay attention to us whatsoever. We also were given a €12 appetizer that we did not order or want. Though, seeing as we ate the food, we did not mind paying for it and did not bring it up. After eating, we were completely ignored and not even given the opportunity to ask for the check. After 30 minutes, we finally asked for the check very politely (especially for how long we had been waiting), and my friend saw the waitress flip me off from the back. Definitely not what I expected from how good these yelp reviews are. read more

Mükemmel hizmet, mükemmel şef ve mükemmel lezzetler. İtalya sehayatimize 1 hafta evvel Napoliden başladık ve bir çok 5 yıldızlı lokantaları Yelpten bukup yedik. Daha evvel Romada da bulunmuştuk. Hepsi de çok iiyiydi ama şimdiye kadar yediğimiz en akılda kalan en iyi tecrübemiz bu oldu. Chefimiz bizi masamızda ziyaret etti, kişisel olarak tam istediğimiz menuyu bize özel oluşturdu. Sade deniz ürünleri, taze trufflellı beyaz soslu makarna, Sushi kalitesinde tunalı makarna. Hepsi birbirinden mükemmeldi. Italyaya burda yemek için bile gelinir. 5 YILDIZ! read more

Great food and the host/owner was great. Very friendly and helped us with a great wine selection to pare with our meals.

This was the best food we've had traveling throughout Italy. So kind and friendly. Great wine from grapes grown in run off from mount Vesuvius. Must have the truffle pasta, gnocchi, and bolognese. Try the bruschetta and the large bread as well. Great vibes. read more

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We chose this place based on the previous reviews, it was only a few tables so we weren't sure about it. We discovered that this is a hidden gem in Pompeii. The chef came out and discussed the specials and recommended dishes. Always go with what he recommends it's amazing. We had appetizers of bruschetta and I have to say this is the best bruschetta in Italy! I don't have any pictures because I was so excited to eat it. My husband had the fish of the day and the linguini the chef recommended as well as the Fantasia appetizer which was a little bit of everything, octopus, clams, mussels, sardines, salmon. My friend had the ravioli stuffed with sea bass and it was so delicious, the puttanesca was amazing as well. Be warned though you will spend a very long time here, but have patience it is well worth the wait! read more

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We found this gem when we were walking towards to Pompeii. OMG, the food was delicious!!!!!! Authentic Italian food, fresh made pasta. I ordered truffle pasta and my husband ordered spaghetti with mushrooms ( he couldn't recall the name). Both were absolutely delicious. Highly recommended this restaurant. You gotta try when come to Pompeii. btw, bread with tomatoes was on the house. The chief also gave us a bag of bread to go. read more

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What a wonderful find. After a day exploring the ruins of Pompei we were hungry for a lunch. The menu looked very interesting so we thought we'd take a chance. So glad we did. Very small dining room but we had the full attention of our chef as he waited on us personally. We felt we had our own private chef and the food was fantastic. We ordered a couple of biers and we're treated to a delicious bruschetta. We then shared a salad and then pasta with porcini mushrooms. At the end we were treated to two glasses of his personally made limoncello. All for an incredible price. Sooooo good. #stevensleavin read more

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Wow, wow, wow!! The food is AMAZING! Seriously. The chef is a magician with flavors and textures. Crispy, creamy, perfectly seasoned. Delicious food. Wish he could be cloned and have a place in every city we visit. I'm sure he'd be magical with any type of food. Even the tomato that was served with the caprese with just exactly ripe, and seasoned perfectly with salt. Made us want to return to Pompei just for his food! We also had 2 different pastas, and both were magnificent. We couldn't choose which was more fantastic. Some of the reviews said there's a wait, but we were very lucky, around 2 pm, the place was empty when we sat down. But within 20 minutes it was packed. But honestly, if we go back, even if there is a wait, we will wait if we have to. Simply wonderful food. This is a place we can 100% recommend. read more

Great food! Italian food at its best...we had a party of 8 and everyone loved everything they ordered...and we shared so that we can all appreciate others choice read more

Stuzzico di Lucias - Timeless classic - Italian Near Me - Pompei, NA

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Close to Pompeii but not touristy. Delicious and authentic. Treated us with good service. read more

Stuzzico di Lucias - Italian Near Me - Pompei, NA

I got gnocchi and lemon soda, and they were both delicious. Service was fast, portions are large, and prices are very reasonable. I went around 3pm and there was no wait. read more

Stuzzico di Lucias - gnocchi and lemon soda - Italian Near Me - Pompei, NA

Chef Luigi brings Family Neapolitan cuisine to life in this limited seating eatery. Guests are treated by an affable staff who spend time between the quaint dining area and the cucina aperta. I enjoyed every meal I had in the Campania region, however, Stuzzico di Lucias stands out for it's quality and value. This is evidenced by how many locals patronize this establishment located on the busy Pliny in the middle of the tourist district. read more

This place was so great!! Prices are incredibly reasonable and unbeatable. We have been traveling in Italy for a week now and this was our favorite place. I cannot believe it is not packed! The ingredients and fresh and the service is just remarkable. The chefs are warm, kind, genuine, pleasant, everything! The presentation of the food was and cooked PERFECTLY, at least to us! We ate everything on our plates and drank everything in our cups! We have had some pretty terrible and mediocre experiences throughout our time in Italy, unfortunately. When we were dreaming of Italy we were dreaming of service like this, I mean really. So pleasant we left a 30% tip. read more

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This place was awesome and extremely affordable. The owner was extremely attentive, making suggestions of his favorite meals- which was some of the best food I have had in Italy. While we were sitting to enjoy our meal many passed by this restaurant because it wasn't packed with outside seating and tons of others from the tourist crowds of Pompeii- which was sad to watch because the food was delicious. They will never understand what they missed out on . read more

Stuzzico di Lucias - Short pasta with goat cheese and walnuts - Italian Near Me - Pompei, NA

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This place is excellent! The owner takes so much pride in his work and it really shows. The food was fresh and tasty, and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend the truffle pasta - it's one of my favorites from our whole Italy trip! Very warm and homey ambiance read more

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We came in with great expectations based on Yelp reviews. This is a tiny restaurant (max capacity 8 tables) and there were only 2 tables occupied: a party of one, and a French party of 2. The waiter (who turned out to be the chef) never bother looking at us while talking to the French table. Eventually, perhaps 15 mins later, he deigned to quickly take our order. Once we placed our order, chef returned to continue catering to French table or the other table. I guess we were not haûte clièntele enough? Our dishes were between excellent and adequate, but the service and attention the chef/garçon was clearly able to deliver, seemed to be limited to some --but certainly not all-- clients. Not going back. Attentive service is wonderful, and when it is clearly targeted for some, and not others, it is offensive. read more

This restaurant wowed us! I went to dinner with a party of 3 and we came for a good Italian meal. We were not let down! For the appetizer, we ordered the caprese salad, which was delicious. Then, the chef gave us another appetizer on the house! The wine was well priced and amazing! Then, the main course was mouth watering. I had the funghi pasta and my friends had the bolognese. All were amazed by the food! Then the chef gave us a dessert on the house. We were blown away by the hospitality and incredible food. I highly recommend going during your stay in Pompeii! read more

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Our favorite restaurant in Italy (we're not kidding!) The owner is extremely thoughtful and obviously cares about his work. They bring out the fish so you can see the options. The N'djou (?) Pasta was amazing (if you like spicy). The prices we're affordable and the setting is intamate and cozy. The owner waits patiently for you to review the menu so if you decided on you order, you should call on him. Highly recommend. read more

Stuzzico di Lucias - Pasta with clams and mussels - Italian Near Me - Pompei, NA

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Stumbled upon this place after visiting Pompei and I have to say it was one of the best meals that I have ever had!! The chef and rest of the staff was amazing!! It's all good so order what sounds good to you.... you won't be disappointed!! read more

Great find after a visit to Pompeï, just outside the entrance at the amfitheatre. Food was great, real authentic italian flavours. Very friendly host and charming interior. All this for a good price: would definitely go back! read more

The food is fresh and delicious! My wife and I ate here tonight after several disappointing restaurants in Italy in the past week, and finally found a legitimate restaurant that cares about their food and the customer. We started with Bruschetta, and the vege bread. Both were excellent and freshly chopped! Then, we both had the Spaghetti with meat, and it's the first time I felt I was eating authentic Italian that I wouldn't be able to get from back home. We were also given a couple complimentary drinks at the end, which was the cherry on the cake at that point. Great prices (especially being so close to Pompei) and a fantastic experience! read more

Affordable prices . Food is cooked and presented as a ordinary food court place or a food stand. Super basic way of making bruschetta or pasta. read more

Stopped by for a quick lunch before entering the ruins to Pompei. My wife and I were literally the only two customers in the restaurant! The workers were extremely friendly and attentive. We ordered the mushroom pasta, which came in a cream sauce. It was delicious! We could actually hear the cook cutting the mushrooms in the back - talk about fresh! I loved the place! Inexpensive and delicious! Will definitely head back before we leave Pompei! read more

This is a great place to get the flavor of Pompei - the food and the personal service. My husband and I just wandered in looking for an evening meal. The proprietor took a personal interest in making sure we had a quality meal. He had made some special dishes that day that were not on the menu so we tried it and were very impressed. Sometimes we wonder what we are getting into when a waiter keeps suggesting dishes and drinks and something more. But the final tab for the evening was very reasonable. We went back the next evening and were equally impressed. read more