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Cantinetta Luca, Carmel, CA

Cantinetta Luca

4.3
4.3
2348 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative


Cantinetta Luca offers an authentic Italian menu inspired by the traditional recipes of various regions of Italy. Chef/Owner Jason Balestrieri makes sure each hand-crafted dish uses the finest Italian products and locally sourced ingredients in a lively, adult atmosphere. A curated wine list with an expansive Italian varietals section attracts both the novice and educated palates. Inventive cocktails and house-made delicacies, such as salumi, fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and house cut steaks, complete the Cantinetta Luca experience.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (831) 625-6500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jason Balestrieri
  • Catering
    Please e-mail us with your inquiries to info@cantinettaluca.com
  • Private party facilities
    Wine Room: Beautiful Brick Ceiling Dining Room that can accommodate up to 40 guests.
  • Area
    Carmel
  • Cross Street
    We are on Dolores Street between Ocean Ave & 7th
  • Parking details
    In the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, all parking is street access.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 2.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cantinetta Luca in Carmel offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "outstanding food" and "fabulous service." Guests rave about the Bistecca a la Fiorentina and housemade salumi platter. Although the ambiance can be lively, the attentive staff and consistent quality make it a "favorite Italian place in Carmel."

2,348 Reviews
  1. Reena

    Tucson

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The Bolognese was delicious!! The pasta was slightly more al dente than I prefer, but it didn't detract too much from the dish. The berry tart dessert special was amazingly good. My Coke was flat, but they quickly fixed the machine and brought another one. Unfortunately, they never came back to refill my small $5 Coke until it was time to order dessert. Highly recommend.

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  2. Arlin

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 3 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Another solid meal at one of our standbys.........

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  3. Sumita

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    It was the worst dining experience! The duck and ravioli from “special” menu never arrived, which we had to cancel ultimately. We were there with our 3 year old son who was getting tired and more sleepy. The waiter kept promising that the food was on its way. They could have been just honest with us that those items would take 45 min+. Very poor communication from the waiter and management.

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  4. Myles

    VIP

    Dallas

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner and service! A little too loud for us!

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  5. stephen

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The carbonara and bolangnese pasta were underdone and lacked flavor. Neither crushed black pepper nor chili flakes were offered. The expensive seafood pasta dish had 4 small clams, and looked dull. The housemade salumi platter was small but exhibited great quality. Service was excellent; wine list average. If I do return, which is unlikely, I'll stick with the pizza selection.

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  6. gina

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 23 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding!! recommend ordering all the specials the restaurant offers and is known for. You will not be disappointed. An absolute treat to dine there.

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  7. Barbara

    VIP

    Tahoe

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 23 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Way too noisy for a nice dining experience. Like the dinner

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  8. Bridget

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our dinner selections! The staff was very accommodating!

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  9. Robin

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 15 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional service and fabulous food. In spite of having very loud noise level, this restaurant is on our “A” list.

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  10. Joseph

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 15 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed our meal , a little noisy , but enjoyed the meal !

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Google Map for Cantinetta Luca

Dolores St. between Ocean and 7th, Carmel, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are on Dolores Street between Ocean Ave & 7th
  • Area
    Carmel
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    In the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, all parking is street access.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jason Balestrieri
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 625-6500
  • Catering
    Please e-mail us with your inquiries to info@cantinettaluca.com
  • Private party facilities
    Wine Room: Beautiful Brick Ceiling Dining Room that can accommodate up to 40 guests.
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