Leila Habibi

A super lovely and cozy spot, with friendliest staff! You won’t believe how narrow the floors are and yet how these guys manage to create a perfect experience for the guests. We loved our both dishes and the focaccia bread. Creamiest Alfredo I’ve had in North America, fr! So happy to have found this gem near our place, won’t have to travel all the way to west village for some great fresh homemade pasta! Thank you Cafe Luce, we WILL be back

DrMaria Alley

Absolutely incredible experience. I didn’t even get a chance to take a photo — the food was that good. Every bite exceeded expectations. What makes this place special is the soul behind it. I met the owner and chef — everything here is personal, heartfelt, and made with care. You can truly taste the difference. This is more than just a meal — it’s a warm, human experience. Highly recommend and will definitely return.

Hanna H

This place became my top favourite Italian restaurant. ✔︎ The service was attentive without being intrusive, creating a truly comfortable dining experience. ✔︎ The cuisine stood out for its authenticity. I will definitely come back to enjoy other flavour soon!

Lynn O'Shields

Cute little Italian Cafe. The service and the food was exceptional. Happy hour from 11-6. A must try. Will definitely be back when I return to NYC!

Leah Delacruz

We came to Cafe Luce for brunch and had such a great time! For food we got Shashuka, omelette, cacio e pepe, and pancakes. The pancakes were so fluffy and all the food tasted delicious. The service was especially great, we had Sonia as our waiter and she was extremely nice and attentive.

Britnee Terrill

I had such a great time at Café Luce. The place is small and quaint but still busy with a really nice vibe. I sat at the bar and had a window seat, which was perfect for watching people walk by. The chicken parm with penne vodka was delicious. The chocolate mousse cake was to die for, so rich and smooth. I also tried the Amarena Fizz, a cherry Prosecco cocktail, and it was super refreshing. The bartender was so nice and welcoming, which made the whole night even better. Definitely recommend this spot if you’re looking for good Italian food near by.

Adrian Hoosier

Sonia is amazing. High end service in casual environment. It's nyc core. Small and cramped but worth it. Cool vibe. Oh and I came on a random Saturday in early September. Pro tip: get the vodka sauce. Large portions.

Abigail N

LOVE Cafe Luce! We’ve been coming here since COVID days, and the quality and taste of the food here stays the same. Everything is amazing, but I would especially recommend the Cacio E Pepe. The service is also amazing, everyone is very friendly. A must visit in NY.

Michelle Crews

Super Authentic! Only go there if you're interested in true Italian food- homeade pasta, fresh salads, shareable portions (not super big, but shareable). This is not Olive Garden, so only go here if you're ready to experience Italy.

Joanie A

Absolutely will be back. The atmosphere is great and decorated beautifully. I had the spinach salad with salmon and it was so good. Salmon was some of the best I've had of recent. It was busy and they didn't rush us. They also took people in at 945pm which feels less frequent these days!

Gerardo Raagas

The staff were so nice and incredible. They made sure we felt welcomed and accommodated! It wasn’t too crowded Sunday afternoon so we were able to pick a table in the corner. The foot was great and the portions were HUGE! I highly recommend this place if you need a chill lunch or dinner with friends. We always were given time to decide on our order as well. Our waitress was very friendly and gave great recommendations.

Excellent service. A small but cozy and beautifully decorated space. The main detractor for the atmosphere was the fact that we were seated next to a loud party, although of course that isn’t the restaurant’s fault but does reflect the space constraints. My favorite dish was the spaghetti alle vongole. I didn’t find the desserts particularly exceptional (the chocolate mousse cake and the tiramisu).

Steph W

Review for Brunch Ambiance (3/5): The establishment is split into two narrow rooms, divided by a wall. The interior is extremely cramped between the tables and thereby felt tight despite an empty dining experience during a Sunday brunch. Seats feel tight. There were approximately 3 parties in each of the rooms. The inside is cozy and nicely decorated. Service (5/5): Due to the number of dining patrons, I felt like our service was on-point and we were helped often. They forgot the soft drink we ordered twice. They were polite in waiting to give us the check while we loitered and chatted. Brunch 11am-4p (3/5): I was not impressed with either dish we ordered. Eggs Royale: A fancy eggs Benedict. The salmon cuts had an after taste. The side salad was refreshing and well-seasoned. Croque Madame: The sandwich was hefty/filling. The gravy on top lacked something. The fingerling potatoes had a nice flavor of rosemary.