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Luceti's on 25th Avenue, San Mateo, CA

Luceti's on 25th Avenue

4.8
4.8
925 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
A taste of Tuscany and local treasure that is simply delicious. For over three decades, Luceti's has served Italian cuisine created by world class chef and awarded San Franciscan, Roger Bertola. Founder of the legendary Doro's, Ruggero's and master chef of Fior and the Iron Horse. Mr. Bertola was also the personal chef to generals Eisenhower and Paton. Today, Luceti's owners carry on the same tradition and cuisine that was started by Dr. Ron Luceti in 1984. Luceti's is a great place for private parties and business meetings.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 574-1256
  • Website
    http://www.lucetis.com/Home_Page.html
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Catering available.
  • Private party facilities
    Private Room available for parties of 20 or more.
  • Location
    109 West 25th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
  • Area
    San Mateo
  • Cross Street
    Flores
  • Parking details
    Front and rear of restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Walking distance to local bus and train service.
  • Entertainment
    We have live jazz music Thursday thru Sunday. 6:30pm-9:30pm. There will be no music on the second Thursday of every month.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Antipasti / Appetizers

  • Antipasti PlatterUSD 25.00

    Prosciutto, Mortadella, Salami, Provolone Cheese, 3-Bean Salad

    • PolentaUSD 17.00

      Oven Baked with Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese in Aurora (Marinara / Alfredo Sauce)

      • BruschettaUSD 11.00

        Crostini topped with Basil, Tomatoes, Garlic & Olive Oil

        • CarpaccioUSD 17.00

          Sliced Filet Mignon, Capers, Parmesan Cheese, Mushrooms & Red Onions, Served with Mustard Aioli

          • Escargot BourguignonUSD 17.00

            Snails Immersed in Butter, Garlic, White Wine & Olive Oil

            • Fried CalamariUSD 19.00

              Deep Fried Calamari Served with Luceti's Tartar / Cocktail Sauce

              • Prosciutto & MeloneUSD 19.00

                Thinly Sliced Prosciutto Served with Sliced Cantaloupe Melon

                • Shrimp CocktailUSD 19.00

                  Served with Luceti's Cocktail Sauce

                  • Prawn CocktailUSD 20.00

                    Served with Luceti's Cocktail Sauce

                    • Crab CocktailUSD 26.00

                      Served with Luceti's Cocktail Sauce

                      • Crab CakesUSD 28.00

                        Served with House made Chipotle & Tartar Sauce

                        • ScampiUSD 21.00

                          Scampi Sauteed with Lemon, White Wine, Fresh Herbs & Garlic

                          • Steamed Clams or MusselsUSD 18.00

                            Steamed in Bordelaise Sauce. Served with Garlic Bread

                            • Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 21.00

                              Half Dozen Blue Point Oysters Served chilled with Luceti's Cocktail Sauce

                              Zuppa / Soup

                              All soups are prepared in-house daily

                              • Minestrone Genovese

                                Vegetables, Beef Base & Beans

                                • CupUSD 7.00
                                • BowlUSD 9.00

                              • Onion au GratinUSD 13.00

                                Sauteed Onions in Beef Broth Topped with a Crostini, Swiss & Parmesan Cheeses

                                • Tortelloni in BrodoUSD 10.00

                                  Veal, Ham & Mortadella Stuffed Tortelloni with Chicken Broth

                                  Insalata / Salad

                                  House Made Blue Cheese, Vinaigrette, Ranch or Thousand Island dressing. Chicken add $8, Shrimp add $9, Crab add $18

                                  • Tossed Green SaladUSD 14.00

                                    Mixed Green Lettuce with Tomato & Red Onions

                                    • Wedge SaladUSD 15.00

                                      Iceberg Lettuce topped with Bacon, Tomatoes

                                      • Burrata SaladUSD 17.00

                                        Served atop Arugula, Mangos, Candied Pecans, Balsamic Glaze

                                        • Caesar SaladUSD 15.00

                                          Romaine Lettuce, freshly grated Parmesan Cheese

                                          • Warm Spinach SaladUSD 16.00

                                            Served with Egg, Bacon-Red Wine Vinaigrette

                                            • Mandarin SaladUSD 12.00

                                              Romaine Lettuce, Candied Almonds, Dried Cranberries, Mandarin Oranges, Poppy Seed Dressing

                                              • Shrimp LouieUSD 30.00

                                                Signature Louie Salad Served with Thousand Island Dressing

                                                • Crab LouieUSD 40.00

                                                  Signature Louie Salad Served with Thousand Island Dressing

                                                  • Mermaid SaladUSD 42.00

                                                    Smoked Salmon, Jumbo Prawns, Dungeness Crab, Bay Shrimps, Mixed Greens, Sliced Egg, Olives & Tomato

                                                    Pasta

                                                    Choice Sauces: Pesto, Bolognese, Marinara or Alfredo

                                                    • Cannelloni della CasaUSD 23.00

                                                      Baked Roll Pasta Stuffed with Chicken & Veal, Parmesan Cheese in Light Marinara Sauce

                                                      • RavioliUSD 25.00

                                                        Cheese, Spinach & Cheese or Beef - With Choice of Sauce

                                                        • Spaghetti, Fettuccini or CapelliniUSD 23.00

                                                          With Choice of Sauce

                                                          • Spaghetti with MeatballsUSD 29.00

                                                            Served with Bolognese Sauce

                                                            • Spaghetti Aglio e OlioUSD 21.00

                                                              Sauteed in Garlic & Extra Virgin Olive Oil

                                                              • Chicken CarbonaraUSD 29.00

                                                                Spaghetti Pasta, Sauteed Onions, Fresh Basil, Bacon & Chicken in a Cream Sauce

                                                                • Fettuccine LucetiUSD 29.00

                                                                  Ground Provini Veal, Chicken, Prosciutto & Mushrooms in a Cream Sauce

                                                                  • Fettuccine PrawnsUSD 32.00

                                                                    Fettuccine Pasta Sauteed with Prawns in a Light Marinara Sauce

                                                                    • GnocchiUSD 26.00

                                                                      Homemade Potato Pasta with Choice of Sauce

                                                                      • Beef LasagnaUSD 29.00

                                                                        Served with Aurora (Light Marinara & Alfredo) Sauce

                                                                        • Linguine w/ ClamsUSD 32.00

                                                                          Red or White Wine - Manila Clams Steamed in Bordelaise Sauce

                                                                          • Tortelloni con PannaUSD 25.00

                                                                            Veal, Ham & Mortadella Stuffed Tortelloni in Alfredo Sauce

                                                                            Manzo / Beef

                                                                            Choice of French Fries or Potato & Vegetables du Jour

                                                                            • CheeseburgerUSD 21.00

                                                                              Ground Chuck Patty on a French Roll, Swiss, Cheddar or Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion

                                                                              • Filet Mignon MedallionsUSD 46.00

                                                                                Served atop Crostini & Topped with Sauteed Mushroom Cap with Red Wine Sauce

                                                                                • Rib Eye SteakUSD 43.00

                                                                                  Grilled Certified Angus Rib Eye, Topped with Sauteed Mushrooms

                                                                                  • New York SteakUSD 40.00

                                                                                    Grilled Certified Angus NY Steak, Topped with Herb Butter

                                                                                    • New York Pepper Steak au CognacUSD 40.00

                                                                                      Certified Angus NY Steak, Topped with our Signature Demi Glaze & Cognac Sauce

                                                                                      • Rack of LambUSD 42.00

                                                                                        Grilled & Topped with our Signature Demi Glaze Sauce

                                                                                        Pollo / Chicken

                                                                                        $30.00 Served with Potato & Vegetables du Jour

                                                                                        • Chicken Parmigiana

                                                                                          Baked Chicken Breast with Parmesan Cheese & Marinara Sauce, Served with Pasta Marinara

                                                                                          • Chicken Piccata

                                                                                            Chicken Breast Sauteed with White Wine, Butter, Lemon & Capers

                                                                                            • Chicken Jerusalem

                                                                                              Bone-in or Breast Sauteed with White Wine, Cream, Mushrooms, Artichokes & Olives

                                                                                              • Chicken Sautee

                                                                                                Bone-in or Breast Sauteed with White Wine, Mushrooms, Artichokes & Olives

                                                                                                Vitello / Veal

                                                                                                $36.00 Served with Potato & Vegetables du Jour

                                                                                                • Veal Parmigiana

                                                                                                  Baked Provini Veal with Parmesan Cheese & Marinara Sauce, Served with Pasta Marinara

                                                                                                  • Veal Milanese

                                                                                                    Fried Provini Veal & Topped with Herb Butter

                                                                                                    • Veal Piccata

                                                                                                      Sauteed Provini Veal with White Wine, Butter, Lemon Juice & Capers

                                                                                                      • Veal Scaloppini

                                                                                                        Sauteed Provini Veal with White Wine, Butter, Lemon Juice, Prosciutto & Mushrooms

                                                                                                        • Veal Saltimbocca

                                                                                                          Sauteed Provini Veal with Red Wine, Butter, Lemon, Prosciutto & Parmesan Cheese

                                                                                                          Contorni / Sides

                                                                                                          • Luceti's Garlic BreadUSD 8.00

                                                                                                            • Meatballs

                                                                                                              • eachUSD 5.00

                                                                                                            • Zucchini DoreUSD 9.00

                                                                                                              Battered in Light Egg, Flour & Pan Sauteed

                                                                                                              • Spinach ToscanaUSD 9.00

                                                                                                                Sauteed in Garlic & Olive Oil

                                                                                                                • Creamed SpinachUSD 9.00

                                                                                                                  Sauteed in Creme & Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese

                                                                                                                  SEAFOOD

                                                                                                                  • FILET OF SOLE MEUNIEREUSD 28.00

                                                                                                                    • CALAMARI STEAK MEUNIEREUSD 24.00

                                                                                                                      battered in light egg, flour & pan sauteed with lemon butter sauce

                                                                                                                      • SCALLOPS MEUNIEREUSD 35.00

                                                                                                                        Battered in light egg, flour & Pan sauteed with lemon butter sauce

                                                                                                                        • PAN SEARED SCALLOPSUSD 37.00

                                                                                                                          Pan seared to a Golden brown

                                                                                                                          • GRILLED SALMONUSD 32.00

                                                                                                                            Salmon Fillet topped with her butter

                                                                                                                            • SALMON PICCATAUSD 34.00

                                                                                                                              Salmon fillet pan seared with white wine, Butter, lemon & capers

                                                                                                                              • SCAMPI SAUTEEDUSD 35.00

                                                                                                                                Sauteed with lemon, white wine, fresh herbs & Garlic

                                                                                                                                • MANILLA CLAMS & MUSSELSUSD 34.00

                                                                                                                                  steamed in a Bordelaise sauce, served with garlic bread

                                                                                                                                  Last updated: 2 March 2024

                                                                                                                                  What 925 people are saying

                                                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                                                  4.8
                                                                                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                                                                  • Peninsula

                                                                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                  Luceti's on 25th Avenue offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with "fantastic" service and "delicious" Italian cuisine. This neighborhood gem is praised for its consistently "great food" and inviting vibe, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors. Whether for a casual meal or special celebration, Luceti's never disappoints!

                                                                                                                                  925 Reviews

                                                                                                                                  1. Glenn

                                                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    288 reviews

                                                                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                                                                    288 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 1
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    Unfortunately, we were disappointed with Luceti’s in San Mateo. The restaurant has a nice ambience and parking is easy. And the menu looks like classic Italian food. But then there were problems. First, they only have a few wines by the glass. They only had one red $11 Pinot by the glass and it was horrible. I couldn’t even drink it. The same was for the one Chardonnay, As a suggestion to the restaurant, if you’re only going to have a very limited wine list, at least provide good quality wines by the glass. Customers will pay $18 or more for a good glass of wine. We ordered the fresh oysters to start the meal. In the process of ordering, we asked the server which species of oysters they had and where they’re from? She had no understanding of what I was asking. She was either new to being a server in a restaurant that served oysters, has never ordered oysters in a nice restaurant, or just never had any training in being a server. She said she would go back and ask. She came back and said they were Blue Point. I wasn’t going to ask if they were flown in from Long Island, But they didn’t taste that fresh. We made a point of ordering the minestrone soup, a bowl and a cup. The warm spinach salad was good. And that was the best part of the meal. After about twenty minutes, we got our entrees, the grilled salmon piccata and with the herb butter. Then I mentioned to the server that we ordered soups. And she denied it. And I reminded her that we got a cup and a bowl. Then she remembered and apologized for forgetting. She offered to compensate us both with two ups. I agreed. Now the salmon was o.k., in places, the salmons was overcooked. The vegetables were cold. But the sliced potatoes were good., Now I did see a freshly made pizza going out to a table that looked good. Maybe the restaurant should change its name to “Luceti’s Pizza And Brew”. It needs work as an Italian restaurant.

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                                                                                                                                  2. Suzanne

                                                                                                                                    Columbus

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    A gem of a restaurant! Like traveling back in time to when dining was an event and the owners took extra care to make sure your evening was fabulous. The food and service was spectacular. It’s our new favorite restaurant.

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                                                                                                                                  3. Roberta

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    We were so impressed to get our table for nine and the service was very good and quick. The food was fresh and delicious. Thank you so much Lucetis for our wonderful experience.

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                                                                                                                                  4. John

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                    Fabulous time. Great food. Friendly efficient service

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                                                                                                                                  5. Maria

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 6 December 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    We were celebrating a birthday, and they were so attentive and wonderful. Great food, great service! We had a wonderful time Luceti's. Can't wait to go again.

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                                                                                                                                  6. Jay

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    9 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    9 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 2 December 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    They did not have what I always order but the dish they recommended was excellent. Also I received as a thank you a glass of wine and dessert. The was very professional and kind.

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                                                                                                                                  7. Melissa

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                    Our server was wonderful, fun and very personable. The food was fresh and really good. The only reason for a 4-star rating on ambience was that the entrance from the back of the restaurant (handicapped parking for my 83 y/o mother) and the restroom could use a little cleaning. Other than that, a very fun evening and great menu options for everyone, including vegetarians!

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                                                                                                                                  8. Gerry

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 29 November 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    Delicious food and presentation was great. Friendly staff.

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                                                                                                                                  9. Bruce

                                                                                                                                    Palm Springs

                                                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                    Where our table was it was too close to the table next to ours. We couldn’t even carry on a conversation with our friends it was so noisy from the table next to ours. You should not have tables so close to one another.

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                                                                                                                                  10. Julee

                                                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    We always enjoy coming to this San Mateo staple! The food is always good, the drinks are great and you always run into someone you know! The service is always wonderful!!

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                                                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                                                  Luceti's on 25th Avenue offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 574-1256.

                                                                                                                                  Luceti's on 25th Avenue is rated 4.8 stars by 925 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                                                  7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                  Booked 2 times today

                                                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                                  Google Map for Luceti's on 25th Avenue

                                                                                                                                  109 West 25th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403

                                                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                                                    Flores
                                                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                                                    San Mateo
                                                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                    Bar Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                    Italian
                                                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                                                    Front and rear of restaurant.
                                                                                                                                  • Public transit
                                                                                                                                    Walking distance to local bus and train service.
                                                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                                                    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                  • Entertainment
                                                                                                                                    We have live jazz music Thursday thru Sunday. 6:30pm-9:30pm. There will be no music on the second Thursday of every month.
                                                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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