Lucia's On The Lake

My husband and I visited Lucia's for the first time to celebrate our 16th anniversary. Walking in the restaurant was bright and full of light from the windows. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and were seated immediately (we had a reservation). I ordered the lemon drop martini which was refreshing and easily the best lemon martini I've ever had. My husband, looking for a dry red wine, ordered a glass of the driest red, at the recommendation of the server, which he said was delicious. He ordered the Tomahawk steak which he loved and said was perfectly cooked. I got the blackened chicken risotto. This may have been one of my favorite dishes I've ordered in a restaurant - I'm still thinking about it a day later. I highly recommend Lucia's for great service and an amazing meal.

My husband and I went for dinner for our 3rd wedding anniversary / our 10 years of being together. The food, the service, the everything was amazing!!! The restaurant dining area is a little tight, but it's so work the experience!!! We had a bottle of wine, the bang bang shrimp, the salmon, the tomahawk steak, and dessert!!! As a chef, I was absolutely blown away with how amazing the food was!!! Fresh, delicious, 10/10!!

Food was amazing! Steaks were so good and tender, the desserts hit the spot. Loved the service and atmosphere. Definitely will be going back

Lucia’s on the Lake in Hamburg, NY never disappoints. I had the 9 oz strip steak with scallops—perfectly cooked and full of flavor—while my wife enjoyed the filet, which was tender and expertly prepared. Our waiter, Jared, delivered exceptional service with professionalism and energy that elevated the entire experience. The atmosphere was electric, with a perfect blend of upscale charm and welcoming warmth. Every visit to Lucia’s reminds us why it’s one of our favorites. The food is consistently outstanding, the service is top-tier, and the views complete the experience. Highly recommend.

I was expecting an up-tight bougie place but was pleasantly blown away by the down to earth, friendly but still classy atmosphere. We took our 3 year old toddler here for her birthday as she has been into seafood. Of course she didn’t want seafood tonight haha. Luckily everything was delicious! My husband had brought us leftovers from Lucia’s before and even that was delicious! So we knew fresh food wouldn’t disappoint. My daughter INSISTED that the staff sing her happy birthday. Even when nice guests from another table wanted to sing for her, she refused. Luckily Ms K was very nice and came over to sing to her. Ms J also came over later to sing again. Our waiter J was also wonderful. You can bet that we will be back for the delicious food, esp the cheesecake! We ate half of one there and ordered three to go — one for ourselves and two for our friends lol Thank you for being such a family friendly place. The guests were also so kind to our little girl. We appreciate it!

I just dined at my new favorite restaurant in Hamburg, NY… okay, let’s call it up state NY. As the name of the restaurant suggests, it’s on the lake. I was there on an overcast day and I could still appreciate the view. We had a reservation for our party of four. As soon as we walked in we were seated. This evening our waiter was Jarred. He knows his business. His description of the evenings specials made you want to order them all. We tried three and were not let down. Absolutely Delicious. Very generous wine and cocktail list. We had two bottles of the Paraduxx Proprietary Red Blend. Beautiful. Finally, the pace of the overall evening was perfect. Jarred made sure that the appetizer was finished. He then asked if we were ready before plating the main entrees. Nicely done.

We have dined in many places in western NY. This was our 3rd time here; celebrating our 26th yr anniversary. And Lucia's did not disappoint. From appetizer to dessert everything was phenomenal. Kait who made our evening even better was attentive to our dining needs and made us feel like we were enjoying a meal with family. Hats off to Kait ,the Chef, bartender(Orange Bourban Smash)] and the entire staff. Cant wait for our next visit.

The hype is real. First time we went for our anniversary. Fancy vibes Great service. Great cocktails. Menu is great. Options for all. I almost went waygu bc I don’t do out to too many places that offer it. Guess I need to get out more. Anyways. Got the stuffed pepper with egg and a meatball. The peppers were great. Nice and hot too. The fried egg with runny yolk was a nice flavor enhancer. The bang bang shrimp were awesome. Ceaser salads were tasty. The main course. Lobster ravioli was dynamite. The tomahawk ribeye was great. Cooked exactly how I wanted it. This is a fantastic spot. Deserts… key lime pie was 💣 the limoncello ricotta cake also very good. Everything was delightful. Definitely will go back

Listen, this is the top restaurant in Buffalo, Erie County, heck, all of Western New York! You will not go wrong with anything on this menu and the specials are always amazing. Great service, atmosphere and views all year long.

We have driven many times past Lucia's on our way to and from Jamestown NY to Buffalo. Until we watched Speil the Wine with Kevin LoVullo we really didn't know much about it. Once we watched his segments we became curious. It does take a while to get a reservation and after going there last evening for an early dinner, I can see why. The moment we walked in the place is aesthetically inviting as are the greeters, wait staff, bartenders, servers, etc. Our server Jared Gugino was one of the nicest informative servers I think we've ever had. Upon Kevin's recommendation, he mentioned that we should ask for the the owner on which we did. Jay Pasquarella the owner was so friendly and gracious. He stopped by to check in out us a few times even though the place was packed. Lastly, may I mention the food? I had the blackened chicken with asparagus risotto, amazing! My husband had jambalaya. As large as his portion was, he almost licked the plate except he knew he had carrot cake on its way to celebrate his birthday. I had to take half of mine home. I'm looking forward to finishing the leftover. One thing we both noticed is that our food came out hot which is not always the case at many restaurants so there was no need to hurry to try and finish. We will definitely be back again! Thank you Jared and Jay for a lovely dining experience.

The food was amazing ! You will not be disappointed. The service was phenomenal.. waitress was great and super nice ! The place just kept going there was a different bar in every room. You do need a reservation though so make one , but definitely a great place !

We can't get enough of this spot. For occasions or a fun night out, it can't be beat. The food and service along with specials and the wine menu are to die for. We can't wait to come again soon!

Really good food and our fourth/fifth time here. But...the reason we probably won't go back. It's usually pretty loud, but doable. This time it was just too much. We were seated in the back room, which we initially thought was great. There was a table for eight right next to us. A table of four in front and behind us. The noise level in the room was so much, that it ruined our birthday dinner celebration. We kept trying to ignore it, but the table for eight was yelling across to be heard. We couldn't hear ourselves talking to each other. The waitress even had to get down between us to explain the specials. She apologized at the end for how loud it was. The food was very good, but I've had excellent filet at a few other establishments in town. If I'm going out for an upscale meal, I really want a relatively quiet place. I don't mind hustle and bustle near the bar, but we were two rooms away. Maybe they could make that back room tables for two or four only???

Lucia's is one of the best restaurants in the area. The food was delicious, the server knowledgeable and attentive. It's small but beautiful. The bar area is somewhat noisy so conversations are challenging but overall fabulous.

Despite being 3 minutes from home, we haven't been here since the first year they opened, probably because people are always saying it's impossible to get a reservation; Tuesday at 5pm, however, no problem at all. Our reservation was for bar seating, we were seated at a high top in the bar area. We had bang bang calamari as an appetizer and a couple of craft cocktails. Dinner was amazing, plenty of delicious food, the presentation was beautiful (I only snuck 2 pics cause put your phone away!) You know I love leftovers for lunch the next day. They had everything timed perfectly, get you in and out in 90 minutes without feeling rushed. We'll be back soon.

I was in town this past weekend and joined a couple who are regulars at Lucia's on the Lake. I was pleasantly surprised by the size of dining room, the sophisticated décor and the incredible Italian-infused menu. I enjoyed meeting co-owner Jay Pasquarella during my visit. He and his partner have managed the restaurant for 10 years. What really impressed me is most of the staff has worked continuously since the restaurant opened. We arrived about 45 minutes early and found a seat at the bar for a large Martini with blue cheese olives. Looking at some of the reviews on Yelp, Lucia's is a favorite of many locals. It's a perfect setting for a special occasion meal, a birthday, an anniversary. When we were first seated, you're served a loaf of complimentary Italian bread, which was warm, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. It's served with butter and olive oil with seasonings as a dip. We started our meal with Bang Bang Shrimp and Stuffed Banana Peppers. Two of the favorites I read on Yelp. It was my first-time trying Banana Peppers and I loved them. The peppers are lightly grilled and were mildly spicy. They were stuffed with a three-cheese blend, with Ricotta dominating. Next up one of our guests shared a Chopped Salad with me. Fresh romaine, tomatoes and cucumbers star in this salad. Loved the sweet & sour dressing. For my entrée, I ordered the 12-ounce A5 Certified Japanese Wagyu Ribeye for $139, based on a recommendation from Jay. It should be priced much higher, much like the 32-ounce Prime Tomahawk at $95. It was perfectly seared to a medium doneness. The first few bites were incredibly tender due to the Wagyu's marbling. What surprised me was the amount of fat on my cut of meat. Jay suggested we also order the Gnocchi. It's stuffed with asiago cheese and served with Italian sausage, mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. Another guest ordered the classic Alaskan Halibut, her favorite entrée on the menu. For dessert, the Salted Chocolate Caramel Pie was the perfect way to close our meal. As much as I enjoyed our meal and the conversation, the pacing of the meal was seriously off. I will say the restaurant was fully booked and had several large tables. Here is the timeline for our meal: * Sat at table at 7:48pm * Starters served at 8:47pm * Salad served at 8:55pm * Entrées served at 9:46pm * Dessert served at 10:16pm Other than our server telling us that the kitchen was really busy, we had no idea the service was going to take so long. For such a high-end restaurant, I was disappointed by the service. That was reflected in my four-star rating.

6 years and probably hundreds of visits later, my initial 5 star rating still stands. Food, service, and atmosphere - always top notch, and the view is just absolutely incredible. Can't get a reservation? Show up before 5pm and grab some bar seats and you're bound to meet some friendly regulars who are always striking up interesting conversations. Our forever favorites include the bang bang calamari and pork belly, though the meatballs, truffle fries, and stuffed peppers (get it with the fried egg!) are always great too. If you like shrimp cocktail, you'll be in for a real treat with their enormous colossal shrimp. All the soups and salads are always fresh and delicious, especially the French onion soup and the goat cheese salad or the burrata salad, depending on season. And if you just want a snack to nibble on - the cheese/charcuterie/bread boards are great options too. Our go-to steak entrees are filet mignon and N.Y. strip and if you enjoy truffle, make sure you get the truffle butter! I also love the short ribs and the halibut, and occasionally when I feel like a carb-filled meal - the lobster linguine is my go-to (with a side of lump crab meat). We normally don't have any room for dessert but the Brimley will forever be my favorite... only if they would serve it in 1/4 of the size, I'd probably order it all the time! My current favorite is the lemon ricotta cake, as we're obsessed with everything lemon. It's light and not overly sweet, which is a perfect way to end the meal! There's a recent addition on the side of the building with a second bar and huge windows. Seating is first come first serve and offers a limited menu (apps and salads etc.). The view is even more breathtaking and there's live music on weekends. There's a reason why this place is always packed and seemingly impossible to get a reservation. It's fantabulous!!!

Sadly disappointed. From the front of the house and wait staff, drinks and food this restaurant is now a Buffalo classic of coasting on a long gone past reputation. There is an air of arrogance that matches this lost reputation. We never enjoyed this restaurant in its "peak" apparently. Requesting the correct drink order, your appetizers to arrive together and your mains to taste good and also appear the same, and cooked with the same ingredients should be basic, not a request or question of why doesn't my main have what's on the same plate next to it. The food was simply not worth what you pay, the experience wouldn't be worth it at half the cost. There is fine dining in the area that lives up to its reputation and price point. Thank god for good company but that's something you'll need to supply yourself. The views from the restaurant are still great.

Found last minute reservations for dinner. I usually get scallops but got lobster linguini instead. My husband had a strip steak which was cooked perfectly. The Gorgonzola cream sauce is amazing! The lobster was delicious and buttery. As always the service was amazing!

Amazing!!!! Had a perfect evening. We took a chance to show up without a reservation on Friday night hoping to get bar seats. It was packed but our wonderful bartender Carrie watched out for open seats after learning it was our anniversary. Dinner was delicious, we had the filet, pork chops along with yummy sides. All the staff is top notch, hostess and bartenders and our anniversary night was perfect!!!! We are from out of town and will definitely be back!!!! Thank you!

I'm not sure what I was expecting. Was nothing special. The food was good, the service was good. View is beautiful depending on where you are seated. Nothing stuck out as grand, I had five stars dining on the brain when going, it definitely was not that. I would not go out of my to go back, but I also would not decline an invite there...

As always, Lucia's does not disappoint. We came in with a $200 gift card and left stuffed and very happy. We were able to get five different appetizers as well as two scallop entrees for $200 which I thought was very impressive. Everything was delicious except for the crab bread which was a little bit fishy and we probably wouldn't order that again but otherwise would order everything else! The scallop dish was our favorite part but everything was amazing. Our server was particularly fantastic and really could read the vibe of each table he was serving. This has become my favorite restaurant locally and I'll continue to come back here.

We enjoyed everything about our experience at Lucia's. We were fortunate enough to book a last minute reservation on Valentine's Day weekend and stopped in for a visit while in the area. We were greeted so kindly by the hostess who instantly made me feel incredibly welcome. We had no wait and were given an amazing seat with the best view of the lake. Our waiter, Thomas, was also very kind and attentive. He offered us suggestions and outline the specials of the evening. We started with the bang bang shrimp. These are amazing. We also ordered crab cakes, and the pork belly. My husband enjoyed the pork belly, but I would probably skip the crab cakes next time and stick with the bang bang shrimp. The drinks were good and strong as well. For our entrees, we had the lobster ravioli and the filet mignon. I really enjoyed the lobster ravioli, and found the serving of lobster was plentiful. Our server suggested adding extra on the side, but it was not needed. I did add on brussel sprouts, but they weren't seasoned well and tasted lackluster. My husband enjoyed his filet immensely. He paired it with a side of truffle fries which were delicious. We can't wait until our next visit. The food was awesome and worth the hype.

Phenomenal food, scenery and service. The lemon drop martini is a wonderful drink, not too sweet nor too sour. I ordered the beef stroganoff and I could not finish it but it was the best stroganoff I've ever had. I can't say enough about this place! Ask for Thomas, he is the best waiter.

Typically, I don't leave a negative review on a restaurant that has such great ratings unless I've eaten there at least twice. Well last night was my last visit to Lucia's on the lake. The first time was a few months ago went with a group of five people we all got the exact same steak the A5 Wagyu. The next day four out of the five of our group did not come to work. We all got sick. Now, typically I should've called the restaurant and let them know, but I didn't want them to think that I was trying to get a free meal or anything like that. That's not the way I roll. So I let it go. Know one died so I'll leave it at that. We just had a little bit of food poisoning. I gave it another chance last night and I ordered the tomahawk steak and I have to say it was the toughest piece of steak I've ever had. I made better steaks from Walmart. It was incredibly tough. Needed a chainsaw to get through it. My waitress did ask and I did tell her It was very tough and she did give me a discount, but it was practically uneditable. I'm sorry, but when I pay $90 for a steak, my standards are a little higher. It's so unfortunate because everything else was just perfect, the restaurant the service and the appetizers and the bread. Absolutely spot on amazing food but the star of the show has to shine and it just absolutely did not. I was beyond disappointed for the second time and I will never return to this restaurant ever.

I would like to give this place 4.5 stars, with only deducting half a star for the espresso martini I ordered and being seated right next to the loud bar. This was our first time here and which happened to be on NYE. We booked our reservation earlier in the year as this appears to be one of the hardest places to get a reservation at. When we arrived, we found parking, were seated immediately, and our waiter was one of the best I've had in the States. In fact, I can only think of another place in Buffalo where our waiter/waitress was genuinely good and personable. We were seated at a two person table right next to the bar and right next to the speaker. This made is extremely hard to communicate, though I'd expect it to be quieter when it wasn't the night of NYE. A couple of staff strongly suggested a couple of their cocktails, but I decided to order an espresso martini. My wife ordered one of the suggestions they recommended, and it was awesome. My espresso martini was surely one the worst espresso martini I've ever had. It was basically Kahlua in a martini glass and with three coffee beans for $14. We ordered the calamari, which was perfectly prepared with a perfect concoction of garlic and peppers. Both our entrees were also very good and with nothing to complain about. This made for a good end to our 2024 and a perfect date night. I would definitely come back with my wife, though I would suggest ordering anything but the espresso martini.

Lucia's on the Lake offers scenic views of Lake Erie and offers upscale dining perfect to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or for a date night. While most diners were dressed up, not everyone was. We came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary after hearing such great things about their food from friends, and seeing them on Spiel the Wine. We enjoyed a fantastic dinner and had a great experience overall. Everyone we interacted with was professional. For an appetizer, we shared the stuffed hot banana peppers which were served over garlic bread. That was delicious but almost filling by itself. For my entree I had the halibut special which was served over crab risotto. It was incredibly flavorful and I took half of it home since I was full from the peppers. We ordered 2 slices of key lime pie to go, and our waiter gave us a little candle since we were celebrating our anniversary. We also ordered a bottle of Dr. Frank's Riesling, a favorite of ours. Really appreciative to see a Finger Lakes wine on their wine menu. Highly recommend!

Nice size parking lot with free parking. Depending if you sit on the patio area you can get pretty sunset views of lake erie .I choose one of the two indoor dinning areas.With fast and friendly service I received my fettuccine Alfredo, it was hot and tasty.There is a bar to grab a drink or if you want to grab something it eat there.

Had the lobster ravioli and it is amazing! One of the best spots for seafood in the area. Plenty of delicious options on the menu. The only downside is trying to get a reservation.

Beautiful views of lake erie, especially if you go on the patio seating area.There is a huge parking lot.A nice size bar to grab a cocktail.With speedy service and a smile I received my salmon dinner which came with mashed sweet potatoes and roasted green beans, the meal also included a complimentary bread basket and was delicious.

I would go here every night of my wallet let me! The Tomahawk steak was delicious and their flavors variety of drinks was awesome! This is definitely a great date night spot and a beautiful view. The hype around this place is no joke. The truly serve some of the best food in the 716. Our waiter was wonderful the last time we were in and we have booked another date to come back. You may have to book way ahead but it's definitely worth the wait.

Great ambiance. Table of 10 and all of the dishes were plated extremely well. Love the orchid on each dish. I got the salmon and the crust and glaze were fantastic. The jambalaya looked amazing. We got three different slices of cake for dessert and passed them around the table, all of them were delicious.

Came for our anniversary and had a great dinner. We've seen the restaurant on Spiel the Wine many times and had been wanting to go here for a while. Figured our anniversary would be the time. Service was great and the menu had a nice variety of options. I splurged and got a wagyu ribeye which was delicious. There were a few seafood options I wanted to try as well but had never had wagyu so I went with that. The wine list was good and included some NY wines including Dr Frank.

If you get the opportunity to eat here do it!! The food was absolutely delicious. Yes it is a bite pricey but honestly worth every penny. They do not skimp on the seafood at all in these dishes ! To start we got the charcuterie board which was beautiful. It has a variety of cheeses (blueberry goat cheese was outstanding), meats, fruits, honey etc. It was great for a table of four. We also shared the lobster poutine which was a special but should become a permanent item on the menu. And I got the clam chowder which was good but standard in comparison. For entrees I got the filet au poivre which was a special as well and the sauce and toppings were great. The flavor was perfect and cooked to temperature too. Others at the table got the lobster ravioli, crab bucitini and lobster linguine. All of their meals were huge. Everyone had a ton of leftovers! Not to mention the views were spectacular for sunset. Only thing to note is that it can be extremely difficult to get a reservation so book well in advance !

My "favorite fine dining in Buffalo" list just got one restaurant longer. I've heard rave reviews about Lucia's for years now, so I decided to finally make a reservation for my boyfriend and I. Disclaimer, I made my reservation 3 months in advance, and according to other reviews, this is the best way to guarantee yourself a table, as they're usually booked and busy. The restaurant is a lot larger than it looks on the outside and it was bustling for sure. It was on the louder side, but the service and the food made up for that. Our server was really knowledgeable and attentive, a true class act! We started with the bang bang shrimp which were crisp and delicious. For my entree, I just had to have the lobster ravioli. They lived up to all the hype! The flavor was so delicate and the plate came loaded with lobster meat. My boyfriend had the crab bucatini and we were both impressed with how large the serving was. I got a piece of peanut butter pie to go, and wow was that a great decision. All of their desserts are made in-house, so I highly recommend you splurge and order one. If you've got a special celebration in the upcoming months, I suggest you book yourself a reservation at Lucia's. It was truly worth the wait, and though the price tag will prevent me from eating here regularly, I cannot wait until I get the chance to eat here again.

Well I finally got to try this restaurant. A lot of my friends and I find it frustrating to get a reservation. The view is great. Their Bang Bang Shrimp were spot on. My wife loved her beet salad. Next came our entrees. I had the Lobster linguine and she had the shrimp and scallop linguine. Neither of us were impressed! My lobster tail was tough and over cooked and the dish lacked flavor. Her Shrimp and scallops were cooked perfectly but again the linguine was lackluster. Next we had theirBrinkley Dessert. Big enough for 4 . Four large scoops of ice cream with deep fried cookie dough and brownie with Oreo cookies and chocolate and caramel sauce . My wife, the dessert expert, wanted more chocolate syrup. Service was the best I've had in a long time. The view is terrific. I read where a lot of people thought it was over priced and didn't think so compared with other higher end restaurants.

My family members and I went on a Wednesday with reservations made about two months ahead of time. It was packed when we arrived. We waited a few minutes before we were seated. The waitress was very friendly and gave us a good amount of time to review the menu before we ordered. We first ordered the poutine and arancini for apps. I went with the scallop risotto for my entree. Everything was delicious! The roasted pistachios on the risotto took it to another level. As usual, the meal was fantastic and I cannot wait to go back!

The food is very good and it's a great spot to eat. The only unfortunate part is how far out the reservation requests are like months. I don't know if it is just that popular or it's just a weird system where they let other people bump up the list. I will say the food is very good but I don't know if I would go out of my way to say it's the best I've ever had. I would love to try it again, great view of the lake driving up and everyone working was very pleasant. I would recommend it but unfortunately it may take awhile to get in.

It was my first time dining here and I wasn't sure what to expect. This place is 5 mins from my house and it's usually booked out for 6 months and the parking lot is always a zoo. It's unusual to not be able to secure a reservation in this area for that long so I was curious to try it. Most people love it and good for them for having a great business model. Nothing was really wrong with my experience here but nothing was outstanding either. For the price and the wait time for a reservation I'd have thought I would be wowed. The ingredients were high quality and fresh which was nice. The portions were a decent size and the service was pretty good. We started with some oysters, they were pretty standard. Followed by the bang bang shrimp, which I was told is what they are known for. I thought they were big, cooked well and the shrimp itself was tasty. The sauce wasn't anything special. For my main I had the scallop risotto. Nice scallops, could have had a little more of a char on the exterior for the price I paid. Just tiny details that make something excellent and warrant $35-40 a plate. There was a good amount of risotto on the dish, so it would fill you up if you didn't have any apps. Decent cocktails and pretty good wine list. I will say it might be the "best" version of a casual yet finer dining experience in the Southtowns/ Hamburg area. However if you are willing to drive 20 mins you can get in somewhere else much quicker and probably have a better meal.

Fantastic food and service. Cocktails are top notch as is the food and service. Ambiance makes for a very nice evening.

If you are fortunate enough to get a reservation, expect an overpriced night out. For some reason booking a table is close to impossible and they now even reserve the bar area which used to be a nice spot to have a drink and meal. Prices are higher than most places and the crowds tend to be on the snooty side. Too many other great places to eat in WNY to go out of your way here.

Ohhhhhh Myyyyy Heavennnnns ! My daughter took me here as an early birthday dinner request by me and let me tell you that I think it's gonna be a regular stop for me! I had a 4 pm reservation ( I like to eat early) and I'm glad I did because it filled up quite quickly. First off, we were greeted with a smile and seated promptly. The waitress came over and she was very attentive to our needs/wants. She was a first class waitress. Gave us options as well as what is most popular there. She made sure we were given adequate time to look, order, eat and rest.. ( lol ) between dishes. The food was amazing!!!! Every single thing on our table made me wish I had a second stomach!!! The variety of food, the desserts and the drinks on the menu was definitely there for the most indiscriminate tastes. As far as the prices... similar to most steakhouses. WORTH THE TIME AND WORTH THE DIME!

It took me 3 months to get a Friday reservation and I wasn't too impressed, I really don't want to say this because so many people love Lucia's but the food just didn't do it for me. The customer service, cleanliness, and martinis were all amazing and it will get back to try again for a second time but I just didn't care for my meal. I ordered the lobster ravioli and I think the sauce just wasn't for me. The bang bang shrimp was

My absolute favorite restaurant! Spectacular food and views of the lake. Put your reservations in early, but well worth the wait!

5 stars! Last time I was here was December 2021. Made a reservation for a Thursday evening at the end of March. Probably made it 2 months in advance, so be sure to get your reservations in early! Everything was wonderful. We were sat quickly, our server was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. For appetizers, we got a half dozen oysters and the arancini. Both were delicious. I wanted the lobster ravioli for my entree however it came in a red pepper cream sauce. I don't love red pepper and red sauces, so I asked the waitress if they could do any type of white cream sauce and she said she would talk to the chef. It came out PERFECT and was delicious. My boyfriend got the halibut with potatoes and broccoli and ate every bite. We ended the evening with espresso martinis. We were there just over 2 hours. Didn't feel rushed. Everything felt timed well. Our reservation was for 7, and it was so nice to see the sunset over the water during our appetizers as well! Really nice place especially to celebrate a special occasion. I'd definitely be back in the future.

Lucia's on the Lake is not so much fine dining as it is fun dining. One can't expect a fine dining experience here when walking into a nightclub atmosphere at the bar at 6pm on a Tuesday and the first thing you see is a half-bare ass on a barstool with a tattoo that reads "Juicy" you have to throw all hopes of "fine dining" out the window. But what a window! It was awesome to sit in the dining room and watch the lake - it really doesn't get better than that. Add that the dining room was not over air-conditioned and it was pleasant enough, even with the discotheque music. The clientele reminded me of the cast of Gilligan's Island - With Gilligan, The Skipper too, The millionaire and his wife, The movie star, The Professor and Mary Ann - the diversity was good! I felt comfortable and pleasantly at ease. The server seemed to have a bit of used car salesman in their personality. The way they tried to upsell the wagyu steaks made me feel a bit uncomfortable. But altogether the service was very good, the staff worked as a team and the dining room was running like a well oiled machine. The portions were comically huge, but everything we ordered was prepared perfectly. The colossal shrimp were not chewy, the fries were excellent (I had the hamburger which was even delicious cold for the next day's breakfast). I wouldn't say no to returning to Lucia's.

Our server Jerod was outstanding! Terrific representative of Lucia's! Knowledgeable, personable, deliberate, explanative and funny. The food, as always, is outstanding. Alaskan Halibut, Short ribs stroganoff and Short ribs, asparagus and mashed potatoes! Wine, Almond joy and expresso martini's were awesome! The Brimley dessert topped off the night! This place was worth every cent we spent! Quality service, food, atmosphere overlooking the lake on a sunny night, just a great night! Not easy to get in but worth it every time! Go try Lucia's!!

There isn't any nice dining on Lake Erie in Chaut County. We couldn't decide between heading to Erie or up Buffalo way for our anniversary dinner. We were surprised there was a last open early reservation so we decided to try Lucia's. Service was incredible! Really, this is why we want to come back. Restaurants should take note from this staff, friendly, professional, helpful and definitely customer oriented. From the hostess to every one who came to the table...great staff!!! We were seated at a cozy corner table and enjoyed looking out at the lake-view, but will say it is not a romantic vibe if that's what your looking for, it's very noisy and busy even for a Tuesday night! Which says a lot about a restaurant. We had the lobster linguine and shrimp & clam pasta dish. Which both were very good. The colossal shrimp appetizer w/homemade cocktail sauce, 3, was almost a meal and the cocktail sauce was perfect! (more like we make at home and not that ketchup"y" cheap quality stuff most restaurants serve) For dessert my wife ordered her "go to" espresso martini, she had me finish it, wasn't to her liking.. I ordered the cheesecake, they brought an extra fork so my wife took a taste, and her comment will tell ya what ya need to know..."tastes like boxed jello cheesecake I made once as a kid". If you like that more than traditional cheesecakes, you'll love it. We definitely want to come back for another try and hopefully score a window seat, so we can focus on the view and setting and try some different things they have to offer.

Absolutely the best restaurant in WNY. Amazing food no matter what you are in the mood for. It is always so tough to decide what to order since everything is amazing at every visit. Their lack of reservation availability speaks for itself. Great ambiance, attentive serving staff, experienced bartenders. They just nail every aspect of a great establishment.

Best service and best experience on the water you can find. This is our "special occasions" go-go. It's a never - miss.

I actually thought this meal was underwhelming. I made reservations moooonths out and was so, so excited. The location and restaurant itself are beautiful, overlooking the water. The service was impeccable - personable, attentive and gave helpful recommendations. Got the bang bang shrimp, which was good, but I've had better. Got the seafood linguini and it was pretty bland. I think the braised short ribs were the best. Their popular blueberry cocktail tasted really artificial to me. To me, there are way better restaurants at better prices.

The food is always amazing here! The halibut was perfection. Oysters were so fresh! Our server went above and beyond for us even though we came in a little late. Lucia's is one of my favorite places in WNY.

I understand now, why it takes 1-2 months to get a table at Lucia's. Everything about the restaurant is amazing. The decor, visuals of the lake, and the service is top notch. Our waiter Thomas was amazing. He explained everything on the menu that we had questions about with great detail. He even offered recommendations on entree's, that I normally wouldn't have tried. This evening I went with a combo meal that Thomas recommended. Chopped salad- Nice fresh salad with toasted chick peas Pesto Rigatoni- What a amazing flavored creamy saucy dish. Jumble scallop truffle risotto- Wonderful dish with a nice creamy risotto base. 10oz Wagyu beef- What I loved most about this very tender beef, is how Lucia prepared it. They make it with a crispy seasoned crust. The contrast of the crust and the softness of the meat under that layer. Was absolutely amazing... Apple crisp (dessert)- really good and not to sweet of a dessert. I would've preferred it as a warm dessert though. Nothing beats a warm apple dish with icecream melting on top. Final thoughts.. Lucia's is worth the 2 month wait. It can get a bit pricey depending on what you get. BUT best believe it is well worth every penny. You get great quality food, great service, and your amongst a beautiful atmosphere. You can't ask for anything else.

First time dining at Lucia's, after waiting 2 months for a reservation!Our expectations were very high, unfortunately we were a bit disappointed. We were promptly seated at the time of our reservation(big plus), bar area was very busy and extremely loud. We were seated in a small dining room, very crowded and again extremely noisy! I guess we were expecting the "fine dining" experience that Lucia's promote, which it was not. Our server immediately came over, and gave us cocktail menus and time to look at the dinner menu. Our server Charlene, was attentive and very friendly. Unfortunately, the loudness of the dining room along with the music made it impossible to have a conversation, and certainly not a "fine dining" experience we were expecting. Food was very good, service was equally as good but the ambiance was disappointing. I would highly recommend the bang bang shrimp, wedge salad and the lobster ravioli! Prices were high, for a party of 3 our bill was around $300! Enjoy

Great food... For sure. Good service... Yes. Expensive... you bet. Let's make this perfectly clear, it has the reputation of "fine dining " at best it's casual dining. I felt it was over dressed wearing a sport coat / polo shirt, nice slacks. I noticed the owner wearing jeans!! It's your typical on the lake atmosphere. Felt like i was at a marina restaurant. Noisy, back ground music was eagles, Earth wind and fire, Aretha Franklin. Don't get me wrong, love this music but not what I'd call relaxing fine dining background music. If the owner wants this type of culture/ atmosphere that's Fine, just don't make it out to be "fine dining!!"

Amazing food and amazing service! Can't wait to get back there... wish it was easier to get reservations sooner!

Amazing food and service. First time here and everything was out of this world. I was blown away. We started with the bang bang calamari and it was a HUGE portion, you get quite your moneys with, on top of that it's mouth watering delicious. I could eat this for a meal itself. Then Lobster ravioli was delicious and lots of lobster meat. My husband said the filet was one of the best he's had. We finished off the night with carrot cake to split which was rich and moist. It was a perfect evening from the food the ambiance.