Lucio's

4.7

48 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Dec 28, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Formerly known as Locale Ristorante, the new owners have decided to change the name to Lucio's.
In the heart of the charming and diverse suburban town of Closter, New Jersey, there lies a culinary gem named Lucio's. This eatery is more than just a restaurant; it celebrates Italian tradition, love, and gastronomic excellence.

Lucio's was born from the passion and vision of a local family, culinary virtuosos with roots deeply embedded in the rich taste of Italy. Inspired by the flavors of the extraordinary Italian kitchen and the warmth of Sunday family gatherings, The Mazon family dreamt of creating a place that served exquisite Italian cuisine and embodied the essence of the Italian way of life.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(201) 750-3233
Website
http://www.luciosnj.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Carlos Gonzales
Catering
Private catering available with full waitstaff and tent rental option.
Private party facilities
Your table is waiting at Lucio's. Our upscale-casual, eclectic modern Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean flair, charming dining rooms with exposed brick fireplaces, and great bar area are perfect for any occasion.

Location
208 Piermont Road, Closter, NJ 07624
Neighborhood
Closter
Cross street
Ruckman Road
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking Thursday-Sunday
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Vegetable Soup$12.95
Vegetable And White Beans.
Calamari Fritti$16.95
Served With Marinara Sauce.
Clams Oreganata$16.95
Baked Clams And Seasoned Bread Crumbs.
Mussels$17.95
Choose Marinara Sauce Or Garlic With White Wine And Fresh Herbs.
Crab Cake $21.95
Pan Fried Apple Fennel Slaw, Baby Arugula, And Carrots With A Whole-Grain Mustard Sauce.
Marinated Grilled Octopus$21.95
Fennel, Radicchio, And Arugula With Citrus Lemon Juice And Olive Oil.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4)$23.95
Served With Cocktail Sauce.
Signature Homemade Meatball (For Two)$16.95
Freshly Ground Beef And Veal Meatball With Fresh Ricotta And Homemade Marinara.
Oysters Platter Half Dozen$22.95
East And West Coast Oysters Mignonette Served With Cocktail Sauce And Fresh Horseradish.

Insalata

Add Chicken $10 | Grilled Shrimp (3) $12 | Salmon $16

Our Signature Shrimp Avocado$21.95
Chilled Shrimp, Crisp Lettuce, Capers, Onions, and Cherry Tomatoes With Lemon And Olive Oil.
Classic Caesar$21.95
Romaine Lettuce, Croutons And Caesar Dressing.
Napoleon Of Roasted Beets$12.95
Arugula, Goat Cheese And Cherry Vinaigrette.
Burrata Salad$16.95
Burrata With Baby Arugula, Prosciutto Di Parma, Roasted Peppers And A Balsamic Reduction.
White Soft Polenta$13.95
With Sautéed Mushrooms, Crispy Parmigiana Cheese And Truffle Oil.

Pasta

These are our pasta dishes.

Our Signature Homemade Black Linguine$31.95
Stewed Cherry Tomatoes, Shrimp, And Jumbo Lump Crab Meat In A Garlic White Wine Sauce With Olive Oil And Baby Arugula.
Rigatoni Bolognese$23.95
Sirloin Bolognese And Shaved Parmigiana. Also Available Spicy.
Gondola Ravioli$23.95
Four Cheese Ravioli With Spinach And Roasted Garlic In Light Marinara Sauce.
Linguini Alle Vongole$27.95
Manila Clams With Sliced Roasted Garlic In Alfredo White Sauce.
Homemade Pappardelle$25.95
Amatriciana Pancetta And Onions In A Plump Tomato Sauce.
Whole Wheat Penne$23.95
Spinach, Portobello, And Walnuts In A Brandy Mascarpone Sauce.

Pesce

These are our fish.

Grilled Salmon$33.95
Grilled Vegetables In A Red Pepper Aioli Sauce.
Shrimp Fra-Diavolo$33.95
Spicy Marinara Sauce Over Linguini.
Bronzino Piccata$33.95
Grilled With Baby Arugula, Grape Tomatoes, Avocado With Lemon And Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Pan Seared Scallops$42.95
Served Over Sauteed Escarole And White Beans With A Blood Orange Vinaigrette.

Secondi

These are our entrees.

Favorito Di Mazon$59.95
Veal Chop On The Bone, Pounded And Breaded, Seasoned With Breadcrumbs, And Topped With Our Homemade Marinara And Freshly Made Mozzarella, Served Over Linguini Marinara.
Bone-In Rib-Eye Steak$55.95
21-Day Aged Steak With Truffle Butter And Roasted Potatoes.
Fileto Di Mazon$55.95
8 Center-Cut Filet Mignon With Broccolini With Red Wine Reduction.
Chicken "La Selta Della Gentle"$23.95
Francese Lemon And Butter Sauce With Sautéed Vegetables.
Parmigiana$23.95
Served With Linguini And Marinara Sauce.
Milanese$23.95
It is topped with Baby Arugula, Tomatoes, Red Onions, and Fresh Mozzarella With Olive Oil And Balsamic.
Boneless Free-Range Chicken$24.95
Served With Truffle Mushroom Risotto.

Sides

Choose from this amazing sides.

Broccoli Rabe$13.95
Sautéed Escarole$11.95
Grilled Asparagus$13.95
Zucchini Chips$10.95
Homemade Mashed Potatoes$10.95
French Fries With Truffle Oil And Parmigiana Cheese$8.95
Fingerling Roasted Potatoes With Rosemary And Garlic$9.95

What 48 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Bergen
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lucio's offers a delightful dining experience with "exquisite Italian cuisine" and a "beautiful outdoor setting." Guests rave about the "inviting ambiance" and attentive service. The restaurant's recent refresh under new ownership has been well-received, enhancing both the food and atmosphere. A perfect spot for any occasion, Lucio's promises memorable meals.

48 Reviews

M
Maureen
VIP
New York City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
this was my second time visiting Lucio’s. I am pleased to say my experience was just as nice. My husband and I were greeted and seated immediately. water and bread were immediately brought to the table. Our waiter Carlos, took our drink order and informed us of the specials . in no time, our drinks were served, and Carlos took our order. the dining room is very warm with soft, white walls with black accents, and white linens, white China, and sparkling crystal. my husband and I both opted for soup as an appetizer. I had lobster bisque which was prepared exactly the way it should be. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his French onion soup. for my entrée, I had a special, Pesto risotto with rock shrimp. It was heavenly, creamy and al dente, with the Perfect balance of basil, garlic. Olive oil, etc. my husband chose chicken franchese. It was lightly battered in a lemon butter sauce with fresh vegetables, also thoroughly enjoyed.. For dessert, we split Keylime pie, which we had on a previous occasion . outstanding. this restaurant will definitely be one of my top picks for 2025 , delicious food, very warm and accommodatimg staff, inviting ambience ... M Papalexis 12/25/24
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marguerite
VIP
New York City
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best rib eye steak & fried calamari so delish also!
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Robert
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food every time , server was great merry Xmas and thank you again.
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Joan
New York City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service were excellent. Our server ! "Z" was outstanding.
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Alphonse
VIP
New York City
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We have eaten here numerous times and do enjoy the food and it’s close to us. I had done a review during g the summer so don’t want to repeat my praise’s as I do really enjoy this restaurant but I am still disappointed in the quality of the bread and dipping sauces that are offered are way to salty! If you’re going to advertise as quality Italian style restaurant the first thing we see and taste is the bread ! Your amazing food offerings need to be acompanied by good , crunchy, delicious pane !!some quality dipping oils would be great too!!
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Tania
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A definite improvement since new management took over from Locale. Service was much better and food is improved. It is a bit sterile and needed coziness and also some soft background music would have helped.
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Nancy
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
"The comfortable and stylish interior immediately sets a warm and inviting tone. The food was exceptional, with every dish expertly prepared and full of flavor. The service was impeccable—attentive and professional without being intrusive. To top it off, the homemade desserts were absolutely delightful. I can't wait to return soon!"
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Andrea
VIP
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a lovely dinner at Lucio's with 4 of our friends. The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. The desserts were amazing too! Can't wait to go back for another wonderful meal!
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Daniel
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, comfortable heaters outside, quick service
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robert
VIP
New York City
94 reviews
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lucio’s represents what happens when a good but neglected restaurant (Locale) is refreshed and updated by new ownership. The food and drinks were always good, but now the setting is upgraded to match.
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FAQs

Lucio's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (201) 750-3233.

Lucio's is rated 4.7 stars by 48 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

208 Piermont Road, Closter, NJ 07624

Additional information

Cross street
Ruckman Road
Neighborhood
Closter
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking Thursday-Sunday
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Carlos Gonzales
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.luciosnj.com/
Phone number
(201) 750-3233
Catering
Private catering available with full waitstaff and tent rental option.
Private party facilities
Your table is waiting at Lucio's. Our upscale-casual, eclectic modern Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean flair, charming dining rooms with exposed brick fireplaces, and great bar area are perfect for any occasion.

Lucio's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Antipasti

Vegetable Soup$12.95

Calamari Fritti$16.95

Clams Oreganata$16.95

Mussels$17.95

Crab Cake $21.95

Marinated Grilled Octopus$21.95

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4)$23.95

Signature Homemade Meatball (For Two)$16.95

Oysters Platter Half Dozen$22.95

Insalata

Our Signature Shrimp Avocado$21.95

Classic Caesar$21.95

Napoleon Of Roasted Beets$12.95

Burrata Salad$16.95

White Soft Polenta$13.95

Pasta

Our Signature Homemade Black Linguine$31.95

Rigatoni Bolognese$23.95

Gondola Ravioli$23.95

Linguini Alle Vongole$27.95

Homemade Pappardelle$25.95

Whole Wheat Penne$23.95

Pesce

Grilled Salmon$33.95

Shrimp Fra-Diavolo$33.95

Bronzino Piccata$33.95

Pan Seared Scallops$42.95

Secondi

Favorito Di Mazon$59.95

Bone-In Rib-Eye Steak$55.95

Fileto Di Mazon$55.95

Chicken "La Selta Della Gentle"$23.95

Parmigiana$23.95

Milanese$23.95

Boneless Free-Range Chicken$24.95

Sides

Broccoli Rabe$13.95

Sautéed Escarole$11.95

Grilled Asparagus$13.95

Zucchini Chips$10.95

Homemade Mashed Potatoes$10.95

French Fries With Truffle Oil And Parmigiana Cheese$8.95

Fingerling Roasted Potatoes With Rosemary And Garlic$9.95

Overall ratings and reviews

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