What to order at Lucia

Must order
By-the-glass Barolo or Barbaresco pairing with hand-rolled pasta; grappa finish
Editor tip
Reserve the four-top in the back corner for a full evening. The wine program is as strong as the food; ask for the off-menu producer bottles.
CuisineItalian
Price$$$
Price range$$$
Neighborhoodbishop-arts
HoursTue-Sat 18:00-22:00, closed Sun-Mon
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Must order: By-the-glass Barolo or Barbaresco pairing with hand-rolled pasta; grappa finish

Tip: Reserve the four-top in the back corner for a full evening. The wine program is as strong as the food; ask for the off-menu producer bottles.

Location

Address: 287 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

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