Lume West Village

We started our meal with the fried calamari and grilled octopus. The calamari batter was light and cooked to perfection, simply amazing. The octopus on the other hand was overcooked giving it a slight rubbery texture. The sauce and potatoes that accompanied the octopus were perfect. For main dishes we ordered the Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, Spaghetti Alla Carbonara, Rigatoni Alla Provenzana, and the NY Strip. All three pasta dishes were undercooked perhaps another minute or two and they would have made it to al dente. The portions were also smaller than expected. The Cacio e Pepe was dry and overly peppery even for this dish. The rigatoni dish looked and tasted like it was sitting while the other dishes were being prepared. The NY strip was cooked more medium than what I ordered, medium rare. The steak was covered with a tasteful pistachio crust however the steak itself was lacking some salt and pepper. The restaurant itself was perfectly decorated we really loved the lighting specially once it got dark out. They dimmed the lights and brought out candles to the tables. It was unfortunate that the food didn’t complete our special occasion.

I came here after seeing so many videos praising the ambiance, and while the space was nice and the staff was friendly, the overall experience fell short of expectations. Service was slow throughout the evening. We waited a long time for our waitress to check in after the initial welcome, drinks took a while to arrive, and our food came out lukewarm, as if it had been sitting before being served. Unfortunately, this took away from the experience, especially since this was meant to be a birthday dinner. I noted on OpenTable that it was a birthday, but there was no acknowledgment at all, which was disappointing. I understand these things aren’t guaranteed, but a small gesture or mention would’ve gone a long way. The food itself was okay, though not memorable for the price. I also wasn’t aware the carbonara used an Italian-style bacon, which threw off the dish for me personally. Overall, not a terrible experience, but not what I expected based on the hype. With more attentive service and better pacing, I think this place could be much better.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place. It’s a fantastic little cozy café‑restaurant with such a welcoming atmosphere. The avocado toast was outstanding, and since we asked to replace the egg on top, they added mushrooms instead. I never imagined that combination would work so well, but it was absolutely excellent. Truly impressive. Compliments to the staff for the great service, comfort, and delicious food.

Alfredo was our server and he was amazing!!! We got the meatball to start and it was sooooooooo good!! Then I split the carbonara and the truffle pasta and it was UNREAL. HIGHLY recommend . I got a dirty martini and my best friend got the cosmo and the drink were delicious. Couldn’t recommend this place more for a group dinner or keeping small for a date. Vibes are a 10000/10 . LOVEEE

My friend and I were unable to get into the initial restaurant we had planned for one night and stumbled upon this gem where we had a great dining experience. Upon arriving around 6pm, we were not greeted very well by the host. When we walked in, neither girls said hi or welcome but instead immediately asked do you have a reservation with a tone. Despite this, we were able to be seated immediately at the bar. The waiter and bartenders who took care of us thereafter were very attentive, kind, and helpful. We ordered the carbonara, wagyu carpaccio, and the truffle and scallop dish, along with a lemon drop martini and a margarita. Both cocktails were excellent—fresh, balanced, and full of flavor. The carbonara was rich and comforting, and the wagyu carpaccio was beautifully presented and melted in the mouth. The truffle and scallop dish had great depth of flavor, though the scallops were just a bit on the salty side for my taste. Overall, the meal felt thoughtfully prepared and the atmosphere matched perfectly for a relaxed night out in the West Village. Definitely worth a visit, and I’d love to come back to try more of their menu!

The best coffee and breakfast and pastries! Perfect place to stop in the morning or afternoon. Delightful service and atmosphere. A local’s spot hidden in the West Village. Great coffee - americano flat white with alternative milks. Seating options to choose from - tables or cosy booths. I would highly recommend eating or coffees from here!!! A bit of a hidden gem I would say, I will be visiting again. Very clean and great lighting.

Ambiance here is amazing, I’m a big fan of the ceiling lights over the bar area! Drinks are lovely, food can be on the saltier side but still very good - roasted mushrooms and focaccia bread were great. Definitely want to come back and try the entrees here

I came in with zero expectations and left obsessed. The food was insanely good — fresh, flavorful, and worth every penny. But honestly, the highlight of my visit was the service. Nina was incredible. Warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. She made the whole experience feel personal and welcoming without hovering or forcing anything. You can tell she cares about people and loves what she does. Restaurants need more servers like her. Will absolutely be back. Great food. Even better service.

First time dining at Lume on Friday night and we've already made a reservation to come back. Restaurant: Great ambiance for a West Village Italian restaurant (dimly lit, but warm), good spot for a date night or dinner with close friends. The service was excellent -- Alfredo was attentive and personable, and clearly knowledgeable about the menu and his recommendations. Drinks: A lot of interesting cocktails on the menu, the Vesper Highline was one of the better martinis I've had. Good selection of wine at reasonable prices, I enjoyed the Super Tuscan. Food: Truly outstanding. We split the arancini ai porcini, bruschetta con stracciatella, rosemary focaccia, short rib bolognese, goat cheese cavatelli, and hanger steak. The bruschetta was one of the best I've ever had in the US or Italy -- next time we'll need to each get our own order. Our pastas were a nice balance -- the cavatelli was simple and light, while the short ribs were tender and flavorful. Overall, a great addition to the neighborhood and an immediate favorite. We can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu!

A few friends and I dined here last Saturday. The restaurant was very packed and we had to wait outside a bit before being seen by a hostess. Upon entry, the inside of the restaurant was gorgeous! The lighting was very moody and had a romantic feel. We waited an eternity to be seated because the party before us stayed way past their reservation time. We were offered champagne while we waited which was nice. After awhile, the wait became ridiculous. The hostess did speak to the party but they were in no rush to leave. In my opinion, it is the responsibility of the restaurant to ensure reservations are upheld and to enforce the time limit as necessary. I understand not wanting to upset any customers but it was downright ridiculous that we waited 45+ minutes to be seated especially since the time limit was repeatedly sent to us via text upon reservation. Once we were seated, the rest of the evening was smooth sailing. Alfredo was our server and was very friendly. We ordered the cacio e Pepe and branzino. We all enjoyed our dishes and would return to try others! Despite a rocky start to our evening, we still enjoyed our visit to Lume and would return in the future.

Their FOCACCIA's are to die for! Goat cheese cavatelli is a must try.. Love the cozy ambiance. Service was quick and easy. Nicely located in West Village.

Service only--we waited more than 30 minutes past our reservation time with the promise of a table "soon" and were never sat. The hostess was rude and unphased / unapologetic about the wait. Finally, spoke to a manager after 20 minutes past the reservation and he apologized, gave us champagne and again assured us "soon" we would be sat. Another 10 minutes walked by, and although there were empty tables, we were not given a table. We got up to leave and the manager didn't apologize and looked at the ground instead of speaking to us and making right of a bad situation. The couple next to us at the bar also waited half an hour past their reservation time too! With the rudeness we experienced, we will not go back.

Stopped in today to this cute little bistro while walking by and so glad we did! It's super adorable either way great vibe, really friendly service, and fabulous food. We got the Caesar salad, omelette and side of roasted mushrooms for brunch. Definitely plan to come back for drinks after Dry January and also for their homemade pasta!

Flamur was great--I really enjoyed the food and drinks. The place has a cozy atmosphere, making it a nice spot to relax. The service was great, and everything was well-prepared. I would definitely visit again!

Lovely lunch at this wonderful West Village restaurant and bar. Delicious menu choices , great service and nice ambience.

Beautiful place. Staff is very friendly and food is also very good. Went there for a glass of wine and ended up having dinner.

Love the vibe in here for drinks. Perfect lighting, decent noise control, and really unique art and decor. Had a great cosmo with attentive service sitting at the bar!

Alfredo our waiter was so nice and friendly and the bartenders Danny and Maylene were fun and attentive! A really great new spot in NYC with good vibes and drinks.

Such a cute and friendly spot in the West Village. Great ambiance for a drink/date night. We came for one drink and stayed because it was too good to leave!

Very tasty cocktails and hanger steak with peppercorn sauce. Good ambience and service as well.

Food was great. Service was great. Vibes were great. Allen was great. We got the crispy artichoke salad that was our favorite!