Lucio's

4.3

57 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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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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
Area
Closter
Cross Street
Ruckman Road
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking Thursday-Sunday
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Private dining

Vegetable SoupUS$12.95
Vegetable And White Beans.
Calamari FrittiUS$16.95
Served With Marinara Sauce.
Clams OreganataUS$16.95
Baked Clams And Seasoned Bread Crumbs.
MusselsUS$17.95
Choose Marinara Sauce Or Garlic With White Wine And Fresh Herbs.
Crab Cake US$21.95
Pan Fried Apple Fennel Slaw, Baby Arugula, And Carrots With A Whole-Grain Mustard Sauce.
Marinated Grilled OctopusUS$21.95
Fennel, Radicchio, And Arugula With Citrus Lemon Juice And Olive Oil.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4)US$23.95
Served With Cocktail Sauce.
Signature Homemade Meatball (For Two)US$16.95
Freshly Ground Beef And Veal Meatball With Fresh Ricotta And Homemade Marinara.
Oysters Platter Half DozenUS$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 AvocadoUS$21.95
Chilled Shrimp, Crisp Lettuce, Capers, Onions, and Cherry Tomatoes With Lemon And Olive Oil.
Classic CaesarUS$21.95
Romaine Lettuce, Croutons And Caesar Dressing.
Napoleon Of Roasted BeetsUS$12.95
Arugula, Goat Cheese And Cherry Vinaigrette.
Burrata SaladUS$16.95
Burrata With Baby Arugula, Prosciutto Di Parma, Roasted Peppers And A Balsamic Reduction.
White Soft PolentaUS$13.95
With Sautéed Mushrooms, Crispy Parmigiana Cheese And Truffle Oil.

Pasta

These are our pasta dishes.

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

Pesce

These are our fish.

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

Secondi

These are our entrees.

Favorito Di MazonUS$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 SteakUS$55.95
21-Day Aged Steak With Truffle Butter And Roasted Potatoes.
Fileto Di MazonUS$55.95
8 Center-Cut Filet Mignon With Broccolini With Red Wine Reduction.
Chicken "La Selta Della Gentle"US$23.95
Francese Lemon And Butter Sauce With Sautéed Vegetables.
ParmigianaUS$23.95
Served With Linguini And Marinara Sauce.
MilaneseUS$23.95
It is topped with Baby Arugula, Tomatoes, Red Onions, and Fresh Mozzarella With Olive Oil And Balsamic.
Boneless Free-Range ChickenUS$24.95
Served With Truffle Mushroom Risotto.

Sides

Choose from this amazing sides.

Broccoli RabeUS$13.95
Sautéed EscaroleUS$11.95
Grilled AsparagusUS$13.95
Zucchini ChipsUS$10.95
Homemade Mashed PotatoesUS$10.95
French Fries With Truffle Oil And Parmigiana CheeseUS$8.95
Fingerling Roasted Potatoes With Rosemary And GarlicUS$9.95

What 57 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Bergen
Neighbourhood gem
Bergen
Great for fine wines
Bergen
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lucio's offers a delightful blend of "exquisite Italian cuisine" and a "beautiful" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "friendly staff," "fabulous" dining experiences, and "authentic" flavors. Highlights include the "outstanding" calamari and "heavenly" pesto risotto. Perfect for romantic dinners or family celebrations, Lucio's promises a memorable evening with attentive service and delightful homemade desserts.

57 Reviews

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Linda VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at the restaurant and the food was excellent. Pretty space, very nice atmosphere and great service. Everyone was very attentive and professional. We had a wonderful evening and will definitely be regulars.
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Candy VIP
New York City25 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Foods alway make my expectations! Services are attentive and good.
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Christopher
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to dine at Lucio’s, whether with family, friends, or both they never disappoint! The food is great, the staff is fantastic and Raul makes you feel like you are part of his family. Lucio’s is definitely a destination you must try! Go and enjoy some outstanding food and drink.
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Gloria VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The owner is so accommodating. He made sure we were sitting at a table that made us comfortable. The servers knew everything on the menu and all the specials. They were very attentive. The food was delicious! This is a wonderful place to bring family and friends. Lucios is one of my favorite restaurants. Gloria
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
went for nye food was very good , but service was lacking . took a long time for bread and drinks to start. it was pre fixed and food was very good!
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Ronni VIP
New York City4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service was not too good. The food was cold. They seemed over whelmed. .
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Richard VIP
New York City45 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
NYE is a tough night and the restaurant was slammed. The food was excellent and the staff had all they could handle. Overall they did an incredible job for such a tough evening.
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Jennifer
New Orleans2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They consistently deliver great food. I am never disappointed.
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Maureen VIP
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 December 2024
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 City27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 December 2024
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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FAQs

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

Lucio's is rated 4.3 stars by 57 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

208 Piermont Road, Closter, NJ 07624

Additional information

Cross Street
Ruckman Road
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Main Room

Wine Room

Golden Room

Custom inquiry

Antipasti

Vegetable SoupUS$12.95

Calamari FrittiUS$16.95

Clams OreganataUS$16.95

MusselsUS$17.95

Crab Cake US$21.95

Marinated Grilled OctopusUS$21.95

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4)US$23.95

Signature Homemade Meatball (For Two)US$16.95

Oysters Platter Half DozenUS$22.95

Insalata

Our Signature Shrimp AvocadoUS$21.95

Classic CaesarUS$21.95

Napoleon Of Roasted BeetsUS$12.95

Burrata SaladUS$16.95

White Soft PolentaUS$13.95

Pasta

Our Signature Homemade Black LinguineUS$31.95

Rigatoni BologneseUS$23.95

Gondola RavioliUS$23.95

Linguini Alle VongoleUS$27.95

Homemade PappardelleUS$25.95

Whole Wheat PenneUS$23.95

Pesce

Grilled SalmonUS$33.95

Shrimp Fra-DiavoloUS$33.95

Bronzino PiccataUS$33.95

Pan Seared ScallopsUS$42.95

Secondi

Favorito Di MazonUS$59.95

Bone-In Rib-Eye SteakUS$55.95

Fileto Di MazonUS$55.95

Chicken "La Selta Della Gentle"US$23.95

ParmigianaUS$23.95

MilaneseUS$23.95

Boneless Free-Range ChickenUS$24.95

Sides

Broccoli RabeUS$13.95

Sautéed EscaroleUS$11.95

Grilled AsparagusUS$13.95

Zucchini ChipsUS$10.95

Homemade Mashed PotatoesUS$10.95

French Fries With Truffle Oil And Parmigiana CheeseUS$8.95

Fingerling Roasted Potatoes With Rosemary And GarlicUS$9.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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