Caffe De Luca
Morgan Dixon (The L & T MD) · 363 Google reviewsCaffe De Luca — Forest Park italian that sets the standard. There's real intention behind the cocktail list. "I orders the grilled calamari- it was perfectly grilled and served on a bed of arugula salad" — Lisa Dodge [$$, patio]
What 638 diners keep saying
What 638 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“We had such an amazing experience here. Didn’t see many photos online of the menu, but was pleasantly surprised by the pasta selection. We tried the farfalle and the carbonara which were both phenomenal. Unsure if the cheesecake is made in house, but either way it was a very delicious dessert. The staff are all very friendly and kind. This restaurant is also kid/family friendly. Also perfect for friends or date nights.”
“The service was very friendly and professional. The food was served fairly quickly, and everyone received their dish at the same time, which we really appreciated. The music was playing softly in the background, so we could easily have a conversation without any distractions. The food was delicious, and overall we had a great experience. I definitely recommend this place.”
“Great atmosphere and such a nice vibe — it’s easy to have a conversation without too much noise. The service was very professional from the start. We were seated quickly, and the menu was simple and easy to navigate. We ordered pizza, and everything was delicious. Our server was very attentive and made sure everyone at the table had everything they needed. Whenever we asked for something — including the check — she brought it to us right away. Overall, a really pleasant experience. We’ll definitely be back!”
“I recently had my wedding here early this summer. I wouldn’t had it any other way. The service was amazing and let’s not forget about the food! My guests are still raving about the food!. A huge shout out to Jacinto and the rest of the management team for making our day incredibly special!”
“We had the best meal! Absolutely wonderful food and service!”
“What an adorable place! First time there, and was just charmed, second only to our delicious entrées and wine! We sat upstairs outside on the balcony. The Don’t miss trying this cute restaurant!”
“We took my sister and grandfather here for their shared birthday. The staff was very welcoming and attentive. I chose the mushroom risotto and it was fantastic.”
“I hosted my baby shower here over the weekend and it was an amazing experience! We received so many compliments on the food and mocktails that were served. Everything was absolutely delicious. The customer service was out of this world, they were all so helpful and nice. Not to mention, the venue is gorgeous!! If you are planning an event, I highly recommend that you host it here!”
“I visited for lunch and can’t wait to bring my husband next time. I had the chicken sandwich with giardiniera, which was packed with incredible flavor—absolutely delicious. The service was prompt, and the casual atmosphere made for an enjoyable experience.”
“great fresh pasta. always comes out quick whenever take out or dine in, busy or not. cool people workin. chill dinner spot. i love italian food”
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