Luca

One of the most solid upscale Italian restaurants in Long Island. We did the fixed menu and everything was well executed, fresh Montauk tuna, flavorful crab minestrone, perfectly cooked scallops, and an incredibly tender filet steak. Portions were generous, service was attentive, and the ambiance was warm and refined. About $120 per person with drinks and tip!totally worth it. Highly recommend.

As someone who spends my summers in Italy, I have incredibly high standards for Italian cuisine—and Luca Stony Brook is truly next level. The food is top tier, and the specials are outrageous every single time. The Montauk Tuna Carpaccio is a must every single time. It is truly the freshest tuna I have ever tasted. Their homemade pastas are curated and cooked with so much flavor. You cannot miss the apertivo at the bar with authentic Sicilian wines, delicious prosciutto, cheese and oysters. We’ve sat in the main dining room, outside in the summer months and at the bar - the experience just keeps getting better. What really sets this place apart is the people. Will, the manager, is the kindest and most passionate person you’ll meet; he genuinely loves what he does, the restaurant and his customers. Chef Luke even took the time to introduce himself at the bar, which shows how much they care about their guests. If you’re at the bar, Nicole is the absolute sweetest and handles a busy happy hour like a pro without missing a beat. The entire staff treats you like family here. You truly leave with your heart and your stomach full every single time. 10/10!

Really delicious food made with amazing local ingredients. Every dish allowed the ingredients to shine without excessive seasoning or richness. The service was impeccable too without being overly stuffy, Joseph took really good care of us during our time there.

This was the perfect place to have a nice lunch over the holidays. The service was very nice with a friendly smile. Wine service was quick and served on appropriate glassware. The calamari appetizer isn’t the normal breaded recipe but served in a nice spicy broth. Would order again. The meatball also was exactly what we were looking for. Would come again.

10/10 across the board. Well worth the price. Highly recommend the three course dinner. We added a dozen oysters before the meal started and the seasonal greens (mid December - swiss chard). Both were excellent! Everything felt fresh and creative.

Class personified!!! They checked your coat upon entering this beautiful place (see picture). The service from greeter, to wait staff was 1st class. The menu featured many unique dishes. This Michelin star restaurant is a wonderful place for foodies. My beet salad, pictured here, looked like a work of art. This restaurant also had a very nice wine selection. When I'm back in Stony Brook, I'll again frequent this amazing place!

We went in 2023, and I meant to write a review sooner. Lucas is one of those places that reminds you how enjoyable eating can be; everything was delicious from start to finish. We had a dessert that I forgot to take a picture of—it was a delicious crêpe, and I hope they still have it on their dessert menu. Just one minor detail: my steak was burned on top (quite a bit), which gave it an unpleasant taste. But everything else was perfect: a fresh salad and a pasta dish whose flavor I still dream about. I will definitely be back.

This place is up there with Michelin star restaurants in my opinion. Very very impressed . I got the Carpaccio - the rabbit - and then the duck. All of which were prepped very very nicely . Carpaccio is some of the best I’ve had. Great high quality ingredients , along with incredible flavor profiles, and very nice ambiance. Will be coming back. - Griffin Ferro

Best restaurant I have ever been to on Long Island. They make you feel so special. The quality of the food is top notch. Waitstaff is so friendly. Everyone is such a hard worker. Thank you for an incredible experience every time.

The service here is top of the pops incredible! From the mixologist bartender (Fabio?), who has an exceptional knowledge of his craft, to the waiter John who helped us choose our dinner from the amazing menu. Drinks: expertly prepared and poured. The traditional Negroni was divine and the traditional margaritas the same. The pours are good as well. You will definitely enjoy the bar! The food: bread brought to the table was yummy and a bit unusual in that it wasn't your typical white bread loaf. It was more substantial and memorable but being caught up in the evening I didn't think to ask what it was that made it so appealing. The appetizers were delicious. I had the oysters - fresh and delightful! (3 in a mignonette sauce) and the beet salad-yummy!!, my companions had the calamari and house salad m m o which were all lovely and enjoyable. The calamari was in a spicy broth and while I didn't try it myself my companion enjoyed it. The pasta course with sun choke ravioli seasoned with what I am guessing was cubed pork belly was delightful and my companions enjoyed their dishes as well though sadly I do not remember what they had. Main meal for one of my companions was the special, market fish, a locally sourced (maybe Montauk?) sea bass over a sweet potato puree which my companion found a bit bland and the purée bit watery. I tasted his fish and found it to be a bit bland as well. My other companion and I mhad the veal chop; the meat was more tender than you can imagine, and the mushrooms divine, but the sauce was far too salty and while I am not salt adverse, It's like someone added half again what was asked for. It made what could have been an incredible dish a bit disappointing. Desserts were good. The coffee affogato was very good as was the sorbet. I had the Mandarin & Vanilla Panna Cotta with toasted oats on top. At first I wasn't all that gung-ho about it, but as I ate I became more and more enthusiastic. I would order again. Now I am gonna sound a bit like an ass here and I very well may be the music was a dance beat techno kind of thing which is not conducive to fine dining at all. If you're noticing the music and it's distracting you and making you a bit anxious it's not good eating music. So I asked the manager about the music choice and while he was polite when I mentioned that it made diners feel a bit rushed and anxious, he said it was their vibe. And I could tell he thought me a bit of a wanker, and to be fair I very well may be a bit of one as the man was busy and I still felt the need to ask that question. But here's my thinking: at $100+ per person for dinner, and more for the evening if you're drinkers, and the average age of those dining being over 40 but closer to 50, this isn't a techno crowd, It's a background jazz crowd so that they can enjoy d without breaking out into an SNL skit of Hans and Franz--Now We Dance! I have worked in restaurants in kitchens and as a bartender,waiter, and even manager, so I know that you need to keep people moving so that you can make seatings, you can't have patrons lingering for hours. Someone else needs the table, but if music distract from delightful company and good food, it's not right. Okay here's a bit of a tattle tale on myself. I knocked over a beer bottle a waitress was bring to the table when I tried to turn around and see something my companion mentioned. They were very gracious but I felt terrible. Being the 3 Marx brothers rolled into one, I felt badly that my elbows got the better of the poor waitress who I'm sure didn't realize she had a live wire in front of her instead of a calm patron. I hang my head in shame, but she was very nice about it whereas I deserved a scowl for that one! Again, my apologies. Our waiter John was fabulous!! He explained dishes to us and gave flawless service. On the whole we had a very lovely evening. I'd say 4,5 stars but rounded up because of the excellent service and the fact you will have a nice evening out here. Thank you to my friends for taking me out to celebrate my yearly trip around the sun honoring my entrance to the world. You guys are the best--Thank you.

5 plus-plus-plus Maybe one of top dining experiences in all of New York. Food excellent! Service excellent! Very comfortable seating and well thought out, tastefully decorated dining area. Outdoor dining area also very comfortable. The bar area too! Great premium cocktails and nice wine list. The food was excellent and portions are actually quite large! We had apps, 1/2 pasta, mains, and dessert! Come hungry and ready to take a doggie bag home! You can always order just a main or just a pasta, but u will miss out, cause everything is excellent! For apps we had lump crab meat and artichoke. We also had tuna tartar! Both quite good. The pasta course seemed like all perfectly cooked house made pasta expertly adorned with flavorful sauce. We had bolognese which had a delicious braised short rib flavor! Wow that was good! For mains we had halibut-perfect-fresh-and plentiful! We also had probably the best chicken parm anywhere! Its a full breast breaded and fried w the bone! Not easy to do, and perfect temp! Soooo good! We also had lamb chops, that also had some tender slow cooked braised lamb shank. Wow that was good! And big enough for 2 people! Do not skip dessert! For desert we had some delicious super premium pistachio ice cream. Really creamy and delicious! We also had Zabaione! Really really good, and you hardly ever see that on menus! From start to finish, Luca is a well thought out and perfectly executed premium dining experience! Luca well done! Bravo! We will return! Highly-highly recommended!

Service: Wonderful. Our server gave us great recommendations for the menu. The concept is to curate a 3 course meal which consists of an appetizer, a 1/2 portion of pasta, and an entree. If you have a big appetite, have the three courses; if you have a small appetite, have one person curate a 3 course meal to share and a second entree. They did not ask about food allergies or come by to explain items served. I highly recommend taking a picture of the menu to remember the additional items on the plate. Food: Burrata and Snow Peas - Refreshing. The snow peas had a nice sweet crunch while the burrata was creamy. The dressing helped cut the creaminess of the burrata but it was slightly too acidic. Corn Cappelletti - Must get! The pasta was the perfect texture and the corn filing was slightly sweet. The lemon butter perfectly coated the pasta for each bite Tagliatelle Bolognese - Deep. A classic dish done right! The bolognese was deep and robust. I would highly recommend this dish. Duck Breast - Good. The duck breast was cooked medium but the skin was not crisp nor was the fat rendered enough. The orange jus was slightly sweet. I dont think the confit was needed. I wished there was more vegetables on the plate. I would recommend getting a side vegetable. Dark Chocolate Budino - Perfect. The smoothness of the chocolate pudding was paired very well with the crunch of the honey comb and the cocoa nibs! On to my next adventure...

We stopped by for Mother's Day without a reservation, and we were provided with outdoor seating. Spacious outside with just a couple of tables, big cozy seats with cushions. This restaurant has upscale vibes. If bugs are attracted to you usually, I recommend bringing long sleeves and/or long pants/cover up. We were informed that the portion sizes were not incredibly big. With that in mind, we decided to try several different plates: - Artichoke and Crab - Calamari (sneaky spicy! Doesn't taste that spicy initially but you taste it afterwards) - Porcini Mushroom Mezzaluna Pasta - Braised Rabbit Paccheri Pasta - Lobster Girasoli Pasta - Lamb Chops The bread came first, individually, with some spread. Delicious. A downside was just how long it took for the food to come out. Don't come here if you have plans strictly after, you won't make it. Granted, we were not in a rush anywhere so this was fine for us. Out of the 3, my favorite pasta was the Porcini. All of the platters were easily shareable, while not a lot, but even with a family of 4. The lamb chops weren't really it for me, I wasn't huge on the flavor. The bathroom was single stalled and very clean.

Food was good, good presentation. Service was good too. But food and drink way overpriced. Ambiance is nice, nicely decorated.

We visited the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame at the back of this small mall at 11:00 A.M., featuring a large Billy Joel exhibit, but were done by 12:30 P.M. and found Luca for lunch in front of the mall (on Main Street in Stony Brook). It's fine dining with a two-course lunch that, per couple, runs $100 including tax and tip (but sides and drinks will jack it up). Worth it! It's Italian food served in the style of nouvelle cuisine. While the bar up front is a bit dimmer, there's no large screen TV and a loud crowd, it's more sedate. The dining room was well lit (it was a sunny afternoon on a chilly March day), nice white table cloths, thick painted white tree trunks for support beams instead of walls or pipes, and all the servers wore the same aprons to carry their tools (bottle openers, pens, order pads). By 1:00 P.M., the room was almost full, but conversations were soft murmurs, so we didn't hear what anyone except us and our server was saying. My wife enjoyed her Gardiniera Salad, which sort of reminded me of a mini-cold antipasto. I loved my tennis-ball sized meatball appetizer, served in a bowl of tomato sauce (which they called ragu) and parmigiana cheese. It was very soft and juicy on the inside, with ricotta dripping off the top. They put out two (complimentary) very thick slices of seedless whole wheat bread with a little bowl of red cream cheese, but I requested another little bowl of butter, and ended up using the second half of my slice of bread to mop up the sauce left over in my meatball dish. My wife and I both ordered the same entrée, Sautéed Shrimp (four large for each of us) with zucchini, eggplant, sweeet pepper and tomato ... done perfectly. Very good chef! Very nice server! We were too full for dessert, but my wife ordered decaf coffee. She said it was okay, but it was more like an "Americano" (with espresso) than a light decaf. Still a great place and found it on Yelp!

I was sorry to hear they recently had a fire and I'm wishing them a speedy recovery because this establishment is nothing short of spectacular. The food is gastronomically magnificent, the service on point and attentive, and while the establishment is fancy, the ambiance was slick rather than stuffy. I will caution that there is a certainly an evident type of clientele I feel the place is tailored for best--somewhere in the 40s-60s range, which I'm myself--so I found the environment to be more on the classy flavor than anything that would approximate the kind of vibe you might find at a restaurant in Patchogue on a Friday night. Thus, I think it's the perfect establishment for a romantic dinner or an evening of casual dialogue with friends in a relatively quiet establishment.

Was really looking forward to trying this place as I have heard many people talk highly about it. The best part was the beautiful ambience. The interior and bar area, as well as that back patio area are gorgeous. Unfortunately, I was underwhelmed by the food, service, and drinks. The waitress was rushing us to the point where we said something (also had never had to do this prior to this). Our appetizers came out before we even got our drinks. When you're paying for a nice meal, you want to be able to enjoy it and not feel rushed. She also wasn't really friendly or engaging. Bus boys were very nice. The meatball appetizer was just average. Tasted like something I could get at any Italian restaurant or pizzeria. It is also just a single meatball. At high-end restaurants, I do expect smaller portions with a higher price tag, however, I feel like they could do better on a lot of their portions. The calamari appetizer was bland and the pieces of calamari were chopped up so small. I ordered the jalapeño pineapple margarita and it was the only drink I have ever sent back in my life. I love spicy drinks however this wasn't even palatable. It was overwhelmingly spicy and could not taste anything else except for spice. I was really looking forward to that drink and was quite shocked at how bad it was. I replaced it with a strawberry Mojito, which was actually good. For entrees I tried the filet mignon and pasta bolognese. I ordered my steak, medium rare and it came out well done which was very disappointing. It comes with a red pepper sautée thing on the side that was eh, just very average. The pasta bolognese tasted like a meat stew (no red sauce) and was eh. Desserts again weren't mind blowing. Likely will not return but beautiful space.

FANTASTIC! I finally ate at Luca! Went with my team for a holiday lunch. This place is a class act. Upon entering, we were greeted very warmly by the hostess. I was struck by how light and bright the place was. The decor is simple and beautiful. We were asked to check our coats, which I LOVE. Pet peeve of mine is when you go to an upscale restaurant and everyone has their coats hanging on the backs of their chairs. We were taken to the table where I was given a tiny stool for my purse!! I'm in love! Every dish we ate was delicious. The excellent service continued throughout the meal. I loved that when they cleared our finished plates, a few waitstaff coordinated to remove them all at once. It's the little things. I loved my fennel and orange salad appetizer. I got the scallops for my main and they were delicious. For dessert, I shared the pistachio gelato (YUM) and the dark chocolate budino (double YUM). We were not rushed, but also not ignored. I would highly recommend Luca!

My boyfriend surprised me with a date night here tonight and to say I was impressed is an understatement! Andrew our server was one of the best! The absolute nicest and most professional worker. He even helped me decide my dish choice and he was 110% right. We had the meatball to start and it tasted like home. Warm and delicious with a classic sauce and definitely use the fresh bread to dip. I got the Chicken Parm and risotto for the side and my boyfriend got the roasted chicken which reminded me of a classic chicken picatta vibe. Overall, our experience was wonderful!

I ate here this evening. service and food was incredible, however, to call the young brunette incompetent is an understatement. do not place an individual with the mental acuity of a grade schooler at the front of your restaurant. I specifically requested not to be seated in proximity to the bar. she said they were booked for the evening, yet there were little parties at the establishment. she even directed my girlfriend to the men's room. I'm not happy with the experience. either retrain this individual or let her go. if it wasn't for her, the evening would have been more than pleasant. again the server and food was phenomenal, yet this inept individual ruined the experience

If you know, you know. What an incredible spot. We have been four times since they opened. I will say, not the most kid friendly for obvious reasons, but we do love bringing our kids to nicer spots. However, I wouldn't even mark that as a complaint, just me being foolish. The food every time is a 100% knockout. Ask for John, he will take care of you from start to finish. We have tried new/different items each Time we visited and are astonished each time. Pricey, but 1,000% worth every dollar. Will always come back!

A great vibe here. The decor and ambiance are amazing. The food and service are exemplary. We chose the 3 course and it was perfect. Drinks and dessert spot on . We will be back very soon. Definitely recommend.

My husband and I had the extreme pleasure of dining for the first time at Luca last night. I wanted to write this review while the memories are as fresh and thoughtful as the meal we experienced. First impressions: The host Anthony was lovely, warm, and genuinely happy to hear we would be celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary with them after being encouraged by the GM at the Old Field Club. We were greeted almost immediately by our attentive and helpful server Joseph. Joseph was quick to make onpoint suggestions any time we asked, and shared the general enthusiasm that pulses throughout this remarkable establishment. Cocktails: My husband ordered the modern twist on a Margarita. I was suprised since we just celebrated Cinco De Mayo, but what he received was so unique and fabulous. It's served with a salt "Foam" which I wondered if it was eggwhite or cream based. No matter, whatever the vehicle, it did not impart any flavor, just lovely, well balanced salt to enhance the tart, but not sour or overly sweet cocktail garnished with a preserved lime (or was it just dehydrated/charred...not sure, but it was perfect). The right amount of spice really opened the palate. I had a lovely glass of Chardonnay that Joseph recommended--California, not sweet, not too dry, just perfect. What a surprise: warm fresh baked bread served with a compound butter. I know these days that many are low carbing it, but how nice to be served a bite without having to ask or pay for it! The bread was hearty but not heavy--I think it may have contained some cornmeal. It was just plain ole yummy! The compound butter had olives and sundried tomato..which, if you told me before eating, I probably would have passed on. What a nice surprise; it was not overworked, the butter was silky and smooth and the flavors had layers of umami to them. We were off to a great start. We both did the chef's 3 course, and glad we did. First Course: Husband had the Tuna Carpaccio. Omg, soooooo delicate and delicious! I read many complaints about the "size" on Yelp. I am guessing that those folks don't understand the difference between a tartar and a carpaccio. The later, which is what we got, is meant to be delicate, the belly of the tuna, the softest, buttery thin slices. This is what we got. We loved it. I had the beet salad; nice basil oil, creme fraiche, a light grating of cheese. Very nice, probably the least remarkable item of the night, but it was a beet salad, you know? Prior to our secondi, Anthony brought over two complimentary glasses of champagne to celebrate our anniversary--a class act! Pasta: Husband had the bolognese. He said the handmade pasta was so perfectly cooked with just the right amount of sauce that was luscious! I had the Bucatini with clams. My Lord, this dish was exceptional. A perfect hit of heat, plump delicious whole baby clams, The homemade pasta--again, cooked to perfection and the perfect vehicle for one of the most extraordinary sauces I've ever had. This is not your typical oil laden linguini with clam sauce, this was a delicacy. Mains: Husband had the Chicken Scarpariello. It holds a great deal of sentimentality to him since his Dad was the master at it. This did not disappoint, in fact, the addition of shishito peppers was genius and had us questioning why no one else ever thought to use these tender peppers! The portion was very generous. The dish was not over-sauced, juicy ,perfectly cooked chicken with crispy skin--masterful! I had the potato crusted Halibut. Again, an extremely generous portion, perfectly cooked, moist, flaky fish over a deftly prepared leeks and a lite sauce with dottings of lovely caviar. The crust had a crunch without being intrusive, tasty, and enhancing of the lovely prepared fish. For dessert, we went big and ordered both the Chocolate Budino and the Pistachio Gelato. Once again, oh. my. God....!!!! I am a little picky with desserts, as I'm more of a savory person, than sweet. When I do indulge, my big no-no is lemon and chocolate...or really, anything citrus with chocolate. Well, I was proved wrong last night. The hit of crisped lemon meringue atop the budino was the perfect palate opener--perfection against the creamy, smooth chocolate. The pistachio was not overly sweet and sooooo creamy!!! We were surprised with a complimentary lemon tart. Again, such class and generousness here. The crust was a bit dense, but the filling was delicious and once you broke through the crust, totally worth the effort. We also decided that rather than a port, let's try a "Rare Spirit," and settled on the Whistle Pig. Mind you, I'm not generally a hard liquor person, and had never even heard of this...but if you ever come across it, try it. You can thank me later. Smooth, no burn, slight smokiness...soooooooo good. We will be back. This is our new very favorite restaurant in the area, probably the entire island. It is officially on my Top 10 of all time eating experiences!

10/10. Was there when it first opened on account of the old fields people running it, some of our favorite spots in Greenlawn and Huntington. It was our only time there and we loved it. But if a drive but back again for our anniversary and I think it is one of the best restaurants on Long Island. Food Service Ambiance Selection and style of menu Everything is 10/10. Officially our celebratory spot moving forward. Can't say enough!

Took our friends there last night for the first time and they were highly impressed. The food is off the charts, leftovers are just as good! Service is impeccable. And the handbag stool is impressive. We love this restaurant. Looking forward to our next dinner there.

What a wonderful gem in Stony Brook area! Came here for a celebratory meal and it definitely didn't disappoint. I would recommend coming hungry and getting the 3 course dinner for $79, which includes your choice of starter, pasta, and main. Highlights include the tuna carpaccio (not pictured), pork tenderloin (not pictured), and strip steak, but all the dishes we got were wonderful! Portions were very nice and we got plenty of food for the price! Drinks were also very good! Service was on par, no complaints! Decor is nice, elegant, and clean. Restaurant is in a little shopping area, so there is plenty of parking in front of the restaurant! Overall, definitely a great dining experience and would recommend for a special occasion dinner. Would come back to try other dishes!

Absolutely stunning experience at Luca -- this place is a gem. From the moment we walk in we are instantly immersed in a beautifully curated atmosphere: warm lighting, stylish decor, and a welcoming energy that always make us feel instantly at ease and so welcomed. But what truly elevates the night was the incredible service by Fabiano, the bartender. Fabiano doesn't just serve drinks -- he crafts an experience. His attention to detail is unmatched, from the perfectly balanced cocktails to the thoughtful recommendations that somehow always without failure feel tailor-made. Every interaction with him warm, genuine, and full of care -- he has an extraordinary gift for hospitality that's rare to come by. It's clear he takes pride in making every guest feel seen and valued. He is one of the main reasons we love coming to Luca. The food is just as impressive -- every dish was beautifully plated and bursting with flavor. You can taste the professionalism and passion behind the kitchen's work, from the first bite to the last. Fresh ingredients, perfect seasoning, and a creative menu that still feels comforting and familiar. Luca is the kind of place you want to return to again and again -- not just for the food, but for the exceptional service and atmosphere that make it truly special. Don't miss a seat at the bar with Fabiano -- he's a master at what he does. 10/10. Would give ten stars if we could!!

For those who dine at fine Michelin Star restaurants in Manhattan, it's seems obvious to us that Luca is attempting to be in that class. The restaurant itself is a beautiful space with a very calming decor. Focus has been paid to sound attenuation as you can hear people at your table even when it's very busy. While our server was very good, we felt that she was trying too hard to impress which was a bit off- putting. The food from start to finish did not disappoint but it was simply overpriced in our opinion. When deciding on a special occasion restaurant, we would rather opt for a number of Manhattan restaurants where the food & service is just on another level at very similar costs to Luca.

I came to this restaurant a week ago for lunch on a Sunday and had the most wonderful experience that I came back today for lunch to celebrate my birthday. The food is absolutely delicious and the atmosphere is beautiful. Highly recommend.

The food and ambiance were both really enjoyable--great flavors and a lovely atmosphere. However, we were very disappointed by the wine service. We weren't asked what kind of wine we wanted, and were simply brought a glass without any discussion. When the bill came, we were shocked by how overpriced that glass was. It left a bad taste at the end of an otherwise good experience. A little more transparency and communication would go a long way. I'd recommend the restaurant for the food and atmosphere, but be cautious when it comes to ordering drinks--ask upfront or you might end up overpaying like we did.

How I would best describe Luca: A place you'd dine, somewhere upstate NY while staying at a Bed & Breakfast and wishing a place this cool would open on Long Island. Folks, this spot I just described is now in my backyard. The new owners changed the former Pentimento Restaurant space into an elegant new restaurant. My wife & I made reservations, highly recommended by the way. We went on a Friday night and the place was packed. Walking to the hostess desk, they showed us to our table. As I walked by the bar, I can see it's well stocked with the finest spirits. We looked at the menu before arriving. It's a three course meal with some outrageous selections. And once again, Mrs S chose the best dishes! I mean my choices were very good, but I wanted to switch plates with my wife. We each ordered a glass of wine, the wine selections are very substantial. I started with a Super Tuscan and my first order, the Montauk Tuna Carpaccio. Topped with thinly sliced fresnos chili, fried chickpeas and capers, this dish was incredible. Mrs S? Ordered the Roasted Beet. It was topped with this amazing cheese similar to brie, savarin cheese? This cheese has me swooning! For the second course I ordered the Tagliatelle Bolognese. Fresh homemade Tagliatelle pasta tossed in a elegant sauce of beef, pork and pancetta. Truly a chef'd up dish and it was probably the best pasta I had in a long time. Except Mrs S's dish. She ordered the Mushroom Duxelles Ravioli topped with a simple brown butter sauce. Her dish was heavenly, the homemade ravioli was next level. For our final main entree, every item choice looks incredible. Our waiter said the Market fish of the day is John Dory. John Dory is indigenous to the North Atlantic, its popular in Australia and New Zealand. Fan-say! We both ordered the special and it did not disappoint. The fish was prepared perfectly. We left feeling very satisfied with Luca. Luca, you were the shining star of our 2023. I wish you much success in your latest venture. *The art! It was from the tavern, I loved it when I first saw it!

Solid spot. Food was ok. Service was spectacular. Ambiance was fine. John B was a great host and made it much better. Great spot if food was a bit better.

Just finished a lovely dinner at Luca Great service and all 3 courses were expertly prepared. The halibut had a great sauce and the wine and drink offerings were perfect. I will be back. We are lucky to have some great places here on Long Island. We ate outside and it was clean, nice and quiet.

Absolutely love the off-white setting. Charming, simple and elegant interior design allows you to focus on the same elegantly plated dishes and sooth your eyes and stomach. Swordfish is a must try! Great service adds even more value to the entire pleasing experience.

What a gorgeous place! First thoughts walking in, food was also very good. They were also nice about my son who was being a little difficult. We went shopping beforehand because well there's cute shopping right here lol, and my son insisted on buying a plastic bat. Of course the bat had to be held as he sat at dinner :P they were cool about it. Sometimes you worry you might get that look especially at a nice place but we did not, they were cool. Coming over here just makes me realize why I love long island, it's like another world over on Main street in Stony brook.

Great food and ambience. amazing drinks. went for date and great for special occasion. Servuce was good and attentive

Luca is beautiful, romantic, offers a delicious/ unexpected menu for a sophisticated palate and although always full, never unpleasantly crowded. The 3 course prefix is a must -- an appetizer, a pasta or salad and an entree at $89. The tuna carpaccio appetizer was my favorite. Go here for a special date or occasion to remember. This is also a great spot to enjoy a cocktail at the bar. A must go.

Amazing food, especially with their pre fixe menu where you pick a First Course, pasta and Entree! Definitely a filling collection of food to enjoy! Service was great! Loved how attentive they were and answered all my questions when helping me decide my meal! Beautiful interior and spacious so you don't feels like you're eating on top of one another. Would definitely return here again soon!

Superior service and menu. Presentation and quality was high. The 3 course meal price is fair too. Return visit exo

Luca has been at the top of my list of places I wanted to visit for quite some time, tonight was finally the night and it blew...me...away... From the wonderful and attentive staff to the outstanding culinary feast that was put forth. I can only describe it as pure bliss from the moment I walked through the door to the unfortunate end of my night walking out. A perfect spot for the special occasion. The decorative touches, controlled intimate lighting and controlled music levels will set you up for having the perfect night out. Skip the NY strip and upgrade to the veal chop, it's well worth it and get that risotto.

What can I say, This restaurant is stellar! Everything from the food to service was top of the chain. Me and my girlfriend were greeted with a warm welcome from every staff member and the dining room was very romantic with a joyful atmosphere. Our waitress Kaitlin was excellent and her own love for this restaurant was prominent in the way she suggested drinks and described the dishes. I recommend this place for a date night or any celebration.

While I am far from the end-all/be all of the restaurant biz, I have worked in bars/top shelf clubs/Hotels from KeyWest to NYC to Chicago and beyond. At Luca, the food is superb, as are the cocktails,ambience and super-clean environment, But wait; there's more. From the gorgeous/classy hostesses,, to master bartenders Fabiano,Kevin and Nicole, to the super-sweet master chef Luke and all management and floor staff. you're in good hands. David,the proprietor, is super pro/super accomodating.From Port Jeff to Smithtown, at the very least, you'd be hard pressed to find better quality for your dollars, as I call it "high-class without the attitude." One of a very few establishments I've seen,since the 1990s, where each and every employee appears to love what they are doing.

I went for the first time the other day. The ambiance inside is very nice it definitely feels high scale. I didn't love that it had a price fix menu only it was a lot of food and I was very full by the end of the meal. For an app I got the arugula zeppoli - it didn't wow me it tasted very bland like it was missing something. The romaine salad was not crunchy but more loose leaf lettuce which I wasn't a fan about. All the pastas are homemade. The tagliatelle and the rigatoni were very good. For an entree the veal chop and the steak were absolutely unbelievable. We also got a side of the truffle risotto which was a great pair to the entree. The service was perfect. Everyone was super attentive! Would go back again

We went to Luca Friday night and had a wonderful dinner. We had reservations for somewhere in the city but didn't feel like driving in and went here instead. We were happy we did. Our meal was amazing. Our waiter was attentive but not pushy, made great recommendations. Service was on point. It's really pretty and clean inside. We will definitely be back.

Service is like no other - incredibly well trained and educated. The vibe is very chill, and the food is a once in a lifetime experience

Amazing service and well organized team! From pairing wine with fabulous food ! The halibut special to pasta with vodka sauce perfection.oh and the Caesar salad the greenest lettuce perfectly dressed ! I'll be back.

Very small plates very expensive food was ok not great. Service was great . Place is very clean and modern .

Let me start off by saying we are foodies (wife and I). Unfortunately since Covid service has been subpar even at "high end" restaurants. We were greeted as we were walking in by every employee. Impressive. Our server Kaitlyn was amazing. Her suggestions were great and her attentiveness was unmatched. We aren't locals but Luca has gained a customer for life.

Wife and I went for lunch and it was delicious. We had the Crab Minestrone, $17 Organic Romaine Salad, Sea Scallops, and Gramigna Pomodoro. Everything was delicious I especially enjoyed the scallops.

The food was excellent, and the Staff was extremely courteous, fantastic atmosphere, will return soon.

Recently I ventured to the relatively new Luca located in Stonybrook. Luca took over the venue that once housed one of my favorite Suffolk County restaurants. There is ample parking in the lot, as it is adjacent to several shops in the Stonybrook Village area. They offer a menu that is a 4-course journey through their menu selections for $79. This is the restaurant concept, so there is no option for ala carte. The moment we sat down, we were poured water and then given a bottle with more so that we would not have to ask for more unless the bottle ran out. Here is what I ordered/ate: Fresh sourdough bread with their homemade olive tapenade. Orange fennel salad with pistachios and fresh dill. Buccatini with Manila clams. Market fresh fish. Lemon tarte with vinegar gastrique. Macchiato THE GROWS: The dessert selections didn't wow me. My lemon tarte was good, but not great. I'd love to see more culinary risks, but that isn't necessarily a demerit, just something that might make this restaurant stand out more. Show-stopper items and unique memorable dishes make people become loyal followers. THE GLOWS: The proprietors did an outstanding job transforming the space into an elegant, upscale atmosphere--a stark difference from the previous restaurant. It also made it difficult for me to envision ever having been there before. Kudos! The bucatini with Manila clams was perfectly al dente. The orange fennel salad was served with fresh dill (fennel and dill are two of my favorite flavors!). I ordered the market fresh fish of the day which was Long Island fluke served over a purée of green bean and fennel (again with the fennel!). There was a dollop of crabmeat salad placed on top. I am a lover of all-things pescatarian and this dish stood out to me. They offer more than just coffee and cappuccino for after dinner choices; I enjoyed a fresh macchiato. Great time, patience, and a quality vetting will gift you with knowledgeable and friendly staff. Our waiter was new to the restaurant, yet knew so much about the menu items and offered descriptions beyond what the menu said. He also recommended possible combinations to make with the courses and confirmed that my choices would marry well together. Our plates between courses were cleared quickly and often without us even noticing, and we were asked a few times if we were enjoying ourselves and if we needed anything. When assessing whether this was a DEAL or DEAL-BREAKER for this Dining Deal Foodie, I must say it is a DEAL. You will get a lot of moderate-to-high quality food for a whopping $79. And you will be full when you leave. Wishing this concept in Stonybrook the best of luck and am looking forward to more Foodie adventures with them in my rotation of great restaurants on Long Island.

Great eats a tad pricy, cute ambience, friendly service! They have a special where you can have an appetizer of pasta and a main sizing is great and more than enough food.

This restaurant is beautiful and elegant, and the food is excellent. We went for lunch which was a price fixed menu, and everything they served was really amazing. The desserts were awesome and tasted just as amazing as they looked! The service was also excellent and they have a really nice wine list. I was very impressed with our server and also the host who greeted us. This is a great place to go for a special occasion since it's so beautiful, but a little expensive for eating there as much as I used to when it was a different restarutant in that location.

Love the food and the ambiance. Amazing serve. BUT very disappointed that as regulars, we couldn't sit at the bar at 5:00 on a Saturday because we had a stroller. Extremely disappointing when there is a decent sized bar and spacing.

An incredible dining experience from start to finish. The elegant atmosphere sets the perfect tone, and the service was wonderful. Each dish was delicious. A true standout in fine dining in the area!

Beautiful renovations- the place is gorgeous. Sadly- I am not liking the food or the menu. He said it bar high tops, which we assumed was going to be a part of the bar menu. It was not it was part of the restaurant menu. The best thing I had tonight was the arugula zeppelins. All of the food is mediocre at best. If you want to be upscale, you need to match the menu and food with vibe of the restaurant. The food is just not that good. I will pay whatever- but the food must be good. This place could be great, get a new menu and increase the quality of the food and the recipes Not a fan of the food here., but the restaurant is beautiful.

Let me start off by saying WOW! In short, I had my daughter's baby shower at Luca and here is what you need to know: AMAZING service, EXCEPTIONAL staff, DELICIOUS food, EXCELLENT presentation, BEAUTIFUL atmosphere and EASY to work with. Whether you're looking for a phenomenal dining experience or to host a classy event, look no further than Luca. The details: After seeing the beautiful ambiance at Luca in Stony Brook Village (and previously having a fantastic dinner there), I knew that this would be the perfect storybook setting for my daughter's Winnie the Pooh 100-acre woods themed Baby Shower. Anthony, the owner was more than eager to help in making my vision for the event come true. From working with the head chef, Luke, to create a perfectly curated menu and and beautifully presented 4 course lunch; to pairing with fun cocktails (and mocktails), Anthony, Kevin and the team hit the nail on the head. Anthony and the rest of his team were patient and allowed me to come in multiple times to discuss the menu and set-up for a perfectly run event. The morning of the event, Anthony and his staff had the perfect flow to run the show. Each staff member catered to every guest and met every need the second it was asked. Guests raved about the food and the baby shower was truly one with a 'happily ever after'! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!