Italian Fine Dining on the Upper West Side, NYC

Lucciola is an intimate Italian tasting experience where food, wine, and hospitality unfold with time, coherence, and intention.

Plan Your Visit

Address

621 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10024
Upper West Side

Hours

Monday: closed

Tuesday – Friday
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Saturday – Sunday
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Best for

Tasting experiences, special occasions, private parties, wine tasting dinners.

Cuisine

Italian fine dining, tasting menus, wine pairings.

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pinsa mortadella, parmigiano reggiano and balsamic giusti
scallops with parmigiano reggiano cream
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spaghettone felicetti with parmigiano cream and caviar
risotto carbonara with truffle and guanciale

The Lucciola Experience

A dining experience built around time, taste, and conversation.

At Lucciola, the experience begins before the first course. We listen to preferences, memories, textures, and flavors, then guide the table through a tasting menu shaped by food, wine, and the rhythm of the evening.

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Dining menus

An elegant dinner table setting with multiple wine glasses filled with red and white wine, ornate gold and black patterned plates, a small plate of food in the foreground, and silverware, all under warm ambient lighting.

“No Menu” Experience

A blind tasting experience shaped around the guest, the season, and the table.

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Trip to Emilia Romagna

A regional entry point into Lucciola’s Italian culinary language.

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Lucciola Icons

A selection of dishes that express the restaurant’s identity through technique, memory, and ingredients.

Table Layout Giusti Blasamic

The Giusti Experience

A dedicated tasting journey through one of Italy’s most historic balsamic traditions.

At Lucciola, the Giusti Experience brings depth, maturity, and balance to the table. Through guided tastings and dishes designed by the kitchen, aged Giusti balsamic vinegar becomes part of a contemporary Italian fine dining experience.

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Wine Pairings & Wine Club

Our wine pairings are designed to move with the rhythm of the tasting menu. Each glass is selected to create a dialogue between the dish, the bottle, and the moment at the table.

Lucciola Wine Club brings together collectors, curious minds, producers, and guests around intimate wine tasting dinners, producer-led evenings, and curated conversations about wine.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Due to our limited seating, a credit card is required to make a reservation, and the cancellation policy is 24 hours before your reservation date to avoid an $185 per person fee. We only seat complete parties.

    While we do our best to accommodate guests who arrive late, those who come 15 minutes past their reservation time (regardless of notifying our team) will forfeit their reservation.

  • Yes, for the whole dining experience only, though.

  • Unfortunately, we are sorry, we do not have it

  • On resy.com, you can reserve up to six guests.

    For 7 to 10 guests or larger private parties, please email us

  • Casual Elegant. Jackets are recommended but not required. Shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, sweatshirts, sweatpants, and sneakers are not permitted.

  • We do not allow this since we have a comprehensive winelist of about 1000 labels worldwide; please check here

  • We have a cake-cutting fee of $10 per person, and for parties of five or more, it is a flat fee of $50

  • We do offer two types of gluten-free pasta; however, we cannot offer a gluten-free version of our tasting menù

  • Many of our items are, and we are happy to accommodate your preferences.

  • Do you accept returns?

    No, we do not accept returns on any pantry items, pasta, or other food products. This policy ensures product safety, freshness, and quality for all of our customers.

    What if my order is incorrect or something is missing?

    If you receive the wrong item, an incomplete order, or notice an issue with your delivery, please notify us immediately. We will review your order and ensure the correct item(s) are shipped or the issue is otherwise resolved.

    What if my order arrives damaged?

    In the rare case your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery. Include your order number and photos of the damaged product(s). We will take care of it promptly.

    How do I notify Lucciola about a problem with my order?

    Please email us at info@lucciolanyc.com with the following:

    • Your order number

    • A description of the issue

    • Photos (if applicable)

    Our team will respond as quickly as possible to resolve the issue.

    Will I receive a refund or replacement?

    If your order qualifies due to an error, missing item, or damage, we will arrange a replacement or issue a refund at our discretion.

    How long does it take to resolve an issue?

    We aim to resolve all order issues within 2–5 business days once we receive your notification and supporting details.