Luce Ristorante e Bar
214 N. Tryon Street, Suite J
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-344-9222
Luce offers fresh, authentic Italian cuisine rich in flavor and passion. Located in the Hearst Tower uptown, the restaurant glows with old world elegance in a romantic, intimate atmosphere highlighted by fine Italian marble, sandstone balusters, travertine tiles, Venetian plaster, and Murano sconces accented by local fresco artist Ben Long's artwork. Our cuisine is complemented by impeccable service and an extensive wine list featuring the finest selections from all regions of Italy.
Named one of the 2016 "50 Best Restaurants" and a 2016 BOB Awards winner: Editors' Choice, "Best Italian" by
$35 per person (does not include tax or gratuity)
First course (choice of one)
Carpaccio di Salmone - house-cured salmon carpaccio
Prosciutto e Melone - Parma prosciutto, local melon
Insalata Panzanella - Tuscan chopped salad
Parmigiana - summer eggplant parm
Second course (choice of one)
Filetto di Maiale Erbe, Patate e Senape - pork filet, herbs, potatoes and mustard
Orecchiette con Manzacolle e Zafferano - little pasta shells, fresh Carolina shrimp, fresh tomatoes and saffron
Pesce del Giorno - fresh catch of the day; preparation changes daily
Risotto del Giorno - risotto of the day; recipe changes daily
Dessert (choice of one)
Torta Cioccolato - chocolate mousse ganache, hazelnut biscotto
Panna Cotta - chilled vanilla custard, an Italian classic
Tiramisu - ladyfingers, espresso, mascarpone cream, shaved chocolate
Gelato or Sorbet - made in-house daily