Lucca

Went to Lucca for an anniversary dinner and my significant other and I both loved it. We really enjoyed the fixed menu. I started with a Caesar salad which was very yummy. It was pretty mayo-y, but I didn't mind. For my second course I had the gnocchi. It is the fluffiest and light gnocchi I have ever had. My SO had the sausage risotto and it was delicious. Third course was a NY strip and scallops, both were very satisfying. The service was also very good. They waitress were so kind and very helpful and knowledgeable when it came to the menu. They were very attentive to anything we needed. The place is super cute and not very big which makes it a great location for a dinner for 2 (or a small group).

FOOD: For dinner they have a four course prix fixe menu. They have plenty of options to make sure everyone at your table is happy. I had the Caesar salad, creamy shrimp spaghetti, scallops, and the dessert for the evening. All courses were great, and everyone at my table left full and happy. I definitely recommend the creamy shrimp spaghetti - a light cream sauce that lets the shrimp shine. I really enjoyed following this with the scallops. Can't wait to return and try some more dishes!SERVICE: Our waitress was great. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Food arrived quickly and was nice and hot. AMBIANCE: I really liked how the kitchen is open adjacent to the bar area. It gives a nice atmosphere that makes it feel a bit more intimate and casual like you're dining in one's home.

Lunch with a friend and we were first in line. For lunch you order and pay at the counter, pick your drink, and then have a seat -- so a different experience than dinner. Nice ambiance and food was ready promptly. The chicken sandwich was a little dry but overall good. I dipped it into the soup and that combo was delicious. Lots of capital building staff came in after us which verified it's a great lunch spot.

Omg am not sure what took me so long to have dinner at Lucca but it was absolutely a dream. One of the most amazing, best customers service you will have in Des Moines, they truly treat every guest like family and so accommodating to your dietary needs. The restaurants is cute, simplistic and very clean. The food was so good we clean up our plates. It's a prefix meal 4 course meal, Mediterranean carrot soup next was shrimp creme pasta, scallops and chocchocolate brownies. I can not wait to go back and try the rest of the prefix meal.

When I come back home from a business trip, I don't want to go out to eat or really go anywhere, but Lucca is absolutely incredible. It's my first time at the restaurant, and they are incredibly accommodating to my lactose-free diet, and everything tasted amazing.

I rarely eat "fancy" bc clothing, etiquette, etc are not my forte, lol. But lucca's great combo of elegance with a casual vibe hits the mark. Of course, impeccable service, sparkling clean and sleek decor. Multi course with options at each course. Service is swift but you dont feel rushed. Everything was excellent. The clam spaghetti was probably my favorite. Dessert with a glass of port, cant go wrong. Fair pricing for a higher end experience and quality of ingredients and skill at preparation.

I came to this restaurant based on a recommendation and it was absolutely amazing! I was seated promptly and greeted with a warm welcome. I was seated next to the window and the waitress went over the menu. A fix price that included a 3 course meal and a dessert. I had the soup and it is hard to explain but it was very tasty. For my second option, I had rigatoni which I loved the flavor. The sauce was on point and you could taste the freshness. For my third option, I had Seabass. It was a great light option. For the dessert, you have two option and it is enough to satisfy the sweet tooth. Over the service was great. The food was great and the ambiance was great. If you need a place to go for a date, anniversary or anything, this place is it! You are welcome!

Was in Des Moines on a work trip and this gem was close to our hotel. It's adorable and the food was amazing. All of the sandwiches were made with I believe home made focaccia. I had the Cajun tuna sandwich with a safe of the squash salad. The staff recommended a lovely rose. Everyone in our party loved their lunch and we all got a box to go. I NEVER take a box back to my hotel room but this was worth it. I think the owner greeted us. He was so fun and when he realized this was our first visit, he treated us like queens. The space is charming and while it was crowded at lunch, it was a great vibe and not too loud. On my next trip back to Des Moines I will go for dinner! (The homemade pasta looks amazing). If you're in the East Village go here!!!

i was a group of five on a busy Saturday night for dinner. It was a perfect night and perfect meal. We were greeted warmly at the door. Our server was amazing and professional( and happened to be beautiful). We loved each course. We were served. We have been to Lucca many times before and look forward to returning. I also know from volunteer work I di Lucca is generous when asked to support local food pantries

The wife and I got invited to dinner with a few coworkers and their wives last night. This was our first time to Lucca. What a fun experience. Four course meal with plenty of options. And can I just say? My roasted carrots and greens starter salad was one of the best, if not, best salads I ever had. The carrots were amazing. Coming from a fat boy that is quite a Compliment. We enjoyed the meal and look forward to returning. Staff were amazing and all the courses were perfectly timed. I highly recommend!