I went to Luciana 5 years ago and decided to go as I was in Jerusalem. Situated in mamilla shopping street, this restaurant is a place to discover. The food is good and the place is neat. Staffs could be just more attentive to their tables. Overall an enjoyable lunch!
- Price $$$$
- Accessibility
- Business Meals
- Free Parking
- Kosher
- Outside Seating Area
- Reservation Needed
Located in the bustling Mamilla Mall, Luciana takes its cue from the Italian tradition both in its menu and interior design.
Luciana’s menu offers diners a wealth of kosher delicacies, prepared by Chef Amiram Dotan and his skilled kitchen staff. Among the dishes on the menu, one can find excellent breakfasts, such as the Sicilian breakfast (Eggs Benedict with asparagus on toast with Parmesan cheese); excellent cheeses and special salads; a range of baked goods such as the bruschetta with tomatoes and Parmesan or the Focaccia Caprese; mouthwatering appetizers such as Artichoke alla Romana; fresh fish prepared in a variety of styles; and of course, a wealth of exquisitely delicious pastas: fetuccini with wild mushrooms, pappardelle with leak and potato, tortellini and more.
Luciana opens with a variety of amazing breakfasts at 09:30 every morning, and closes when the last of its patrons leaves. Luciana is an aesthetic, culinary and cultural masterpiece that is reminiscent of top restaurants abroad. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the elegant, meticulous decor and richly flavored Italian food will entice you to return time and again.
The stunning VIP room can host up to 80 guests for Bar/Bat Mitzvah’s, private parties and other events.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 773 traveler reviewsNew
“Italian food done extremely well”
We had noticed this place walking down the Mamilla district and decided to try lunch on a busy Friday afternoon. The restaurant was busy with staff buzzing around but we were given a table promptly. Atmosphere was welcoming and the reception friendly. Menu choices were limited but offered great choices for us. The caprese...
MoreWe had noticed this place walking down the Mamilla district and decided to try lunch on a busy Friday afternoon. The restaurant was busy with staff buzzing around but we were given a table promptly. Atmosphere was welcoming and the reception friendly. Menu choices were limited but offered great choices for us. The caprese salad was wonderful as an entree and my seared tuna I could not fault. The red wine we ordered was not available but the Yarden cab sav was a good replacement. Both of us chose fish mains and these were so good because you can't go past salmon and sea bass. For desserts we were directed to a dessert counter but it was all written in Hebrew so I needed help from the wait staff. Our choice of chocolate pie and tiramisu we were happy with. I did ask for champagne by the glass but was told it was only by the bottle. Pity about that because everything else was spot on. Given how busy the place was the staff did a good job as we did not have any long waits. We will return.
LessNew
“Home made food ”
“Passover Visit”
Food: very good-quality and preparation Service: fair, seems like a lot of staff but not attentive Dining experience: Manager or who I pegged as the manager on my 2nd visit is always screaming and shouting, not what I would expect from a higher class restaurant. Cannot purchase wine by the glass-must buy a bottle.