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| - The Lady and I planned a double date to Luca during Yelp's Restaurant Week, and it turns out that the entire yelpsophere also came here. It probably would've been easier if we had all walked in and just said "3 of everything", but we had to make things difficult ;)
Chef Luca and his team have owned the building for 14 years; before it was Passion8 (they still have some throwback decor/easter eggs all around) and then to Luca for the past year. I'm struggling to write this review and not use the words "don't miss out on x", because the fate of Luca's is unfortunately sealed as of April 1st when they will close after an Easter brunch service.
From the very beginning, our server Brian and the rest of the team made our night so incredibly enjoyable. We started off with the calamari (fried with honey jalapeno glaze) and Fagottini (stuffed with lobster, veggies, and sauce). Really enjoyed the calamari, my Fagottini was a bit cool but the flavors were spot on! Next up - The Lady and I ordered a burrata bruschetta (that I can't find on the menu...) that was pretty tasty as well! The real winner of the night was the pasta dish, a double order of the rabbit ragu (or as they'd say, "Maltagliati Pasta Con Coniglio" but I can't say that). The pasta and sauce were incredible, and the whole thing was seriously a memorable meal. Brian didn't rush us, and we took the whole meal slowly just like they would in Italy, and it was so nice to savor every dish for what it was. A bottle of Chianti Reserva accompanied us for the night that paired excellently! The dim ambiance and conversation over wine made the whole night a meal to remember, and even though this was my first time here, I will miss Luca, and am kicking myself at the missed opportunities I had. Keep em busy till the end, folks. It's a good experience.
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