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The newest addition to the Lucca family.
(617) 892-4213
116 Huntington Ave
(Harcourt Street)
Boston,
MA
02116
42.346439
-71.080438
Neighborhoods: Prudential / St. Botolph, Back Bay
Lucca Back Bay
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Lucca Back Bay
The Owner
Lucca Back Bay
Owner
Sasso underwent some changes, and became Lucca Back Bay. Like its parent restaurant, Lucca Back Bay will offer acclaimed Italian classics at moderate prices, and visitors to the newest addition to the Lucca family will be pleased to encounter such crossover dishes as the Lucca North End's signature wild boar with rigatoni, and the crowd-pleasing pappardelle Bolognese. In addition to such favorites, celebrated Chef Anthony Mazzotta, formerly of The French Laundry and Per Se, will be using his extraordinary talents to put his spin on classic Italian cuisine. We look forward to many exciting…
The Editor
Gerrish Lopez
Citysearch
Twenty foot windows offer stunning street views while Tuscan hues create an elegant ambiance, all inside the cavernous space that was once Blackfin Chop House and Ambrosia on Huntington. Couples sit at the swanky, candlelit bar in the lounge area while diners enjoy attentive service in the main dining room. Lucca's menu features a different region of Italy each season; highlights include a rabbit leg confit with polenta and wild mushrooms, ricotta pyramids with wild boar, and red snapper with whipped potatoes and haricot verts. – – High Marks – "...real difference is the…
05/30/08
Great place to entertain clients
by trentfarmer at Citysearch
I don't usually write reviews, however I thought Sasso deserved a special mention. I am in pharmaceutical sales and dine out with larger groups at least twice a week. Sasso has become my go to place to hold important events. The management are focused on making sure the evening goes smoothly so you can relax and entertain your clients. At other restaurants I am constantly leaving my seat to check on things. I think the staff at Sasso are exceptional. The food is always fantastic and presented perfectly. If you have an important event or dinner I would strongly suggest you try them out.
- Pros: excellent for large parties
05/30/08
fantastic food and service
by wesley44 at Citysearch
I have been to Sasso four times now. I am slowly working through the menu. The scallops over oxtail is my favorite followed closely by the duck over green garlic rissotto. The service on all visits has been very good attentive but not pushy. I would highly recommend Sasso
- Pros: excellent
05/18/08
Great experience....not so great experience....
by brandoke at Citysearch
I take business very seriously being a business owner myself. I stumbled into Sasso a month ago looking for a place to eat and was completely blown away. The atmosphere was modern but comfortable. The service was great and the food absolutely dynamite. Such a great experience i decided i wanted to go back for my birthday this past week. The experience wasn't as pleasant unfortunately. The service was poor...the waitress was MIA (missing in action) half the meal. My delicious rigatoni arrived cold , it had to be sent back as with the other person who got the rigatoni , and the portion was really small. When it came back warm...not hot... the food was dropped and the food runner took off....so now i'm left without cheese, as my warm food begins to get cold again. I waited for the phantom waitress to arrive but she never did ...so i had to get up and walk to the front desk to ask for cheese. Just crappy service. and we had to wait 20 minutes to be seated after making a reservation ahead of time. I do like the place. I know that all business can have an off moment.. but my Sasso buzz was definately annihilated after my second visit...i would recommend it....I'll go back but if i don't have an experience like the first one i had ,i'll never go back again.
- Pros: atmosphere....food
- Cons: inconsistency
The Details on Lucca Back Bay
When to Go:
A late-night menu of starters and pastas is served nightly until 1:30am.
Parking:
With few metered spots within walking distance, the restaurant's valet service ($16) is a necessary evil for most patrons.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Lucca Back Bay
- Seasonal Menu's
- Late Night Dining
- Private Dining
Sasso underwent some changes, and became Lucca Back Bay. Like its parent restaurant, Lucca Back Bay will offer acclaimed Italian classics at moderate prices, and visitors to the newest addition to the Lucca family will be pleased to encounter such crossover dishes as the Lucca North End's signature wild boar with rigatoni, and the crowd-pleasing pappardelle Bolognese.
In addition to such favorites, celebrated Chef Anthony Mazzotta, formerly of The French Laundry and Per Se, will be using his extraordinary talents to put his spin on classic Italian cuisine. We look forward to many exciting new signature dishes, served in one of the most dramatic dining rooms in Boston. Great news, Boston, the culinary scene just advanced, and you will now have two great locations to experience fabulous food in stunning settings
