Lucques
(323) 655-6277
8474 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood,
CA
90069
34.0824
-118.3756
Neighborhoods: West Hollywood, Central LA
What People Are Saying About Lucques
The Editor
Leigh Reason
Citysearch
The Scene
This converted carriage house, once the abode of famed silent film star Harold Lloyd, welcomes with a sleek California ski lodge feel. Weathered brick, exposed wood beams, a prominent, wood-burning fireplace, a cozy bar and a lovely canvas-draped patio all create a homey, upscale vibe. Engaging owner/chef Suzanne Goin is more often at sister property, A.O.C. or her husband's Hungry Cat, but her expert hand is still felt. Service is informed and amiable.
The Food
Meals begin with crusty Italian bread, the restaurant's juicy, salty namesake Tuscan olives and delicious almonds with course salt for dipping. Starters are masterful such as Bing and Rainier cherry salad with sharp arugula, triple cream and duck fat toast; or white asparagus and greens topped with a fried duck egg. Skip the fish entrees, as red meat is the kitchen's strong suit; braised beef shortribs are the star, served with onions and lapped with horseradish cream. Flavorful bone-in grilled club steak for two is also excellent.
User Reviews
eriklarsen
February 11, 2009
What can I say, Lucques continues to amaze. The location is nice, the ambience is relaxed and the food is just perfect. I ordered a fish dish which was so flavorful, probably the best fish dish I have had in years. The waiter was not pushy at all. The hostess could have been more welcoming but oh well, the food makes up for it. A perfect place for true fine French cuisine.
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Anonymous
October 10, 2008
this is a wonderful place top eat at! I went on a Sunday ans they have a cheaper menu because it's a set dinner but it was really good. It was way better than i expected. Everything was great from the food to the interior design but the only flaw is that it is a little expensive but it's worth the splurge.
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GreenbergPR
September 19, 2008
What can I say, there isn't a detail left to desire... the team behind Lucques (especially Suzanne Goin) is genius! The food is perfectly executed and the decor is simple and understated but warm & inviting. My favorite time to go is Sunday, when the Supper is anything but ordinary. Truly LA's best restaurant!!!
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Save Money:
Make reservations for the weekly "Sunday Supper." The prix-fixe dinner includes three courses for $35, so you can savor the cuisine while saving some cash.
Know Before You Go:
Wine list selections marked "375 ml" indicate a half bottle. Lucques offers around 15 domestic and imported halves--sample a couple different wines with your dinner.
When to Go:
The kitchen serves until 11pm weekdays and till midnight Fridays and Saturdays--something to remember the next time your only option seems to be Swinger's.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, Date Spot, Fireplace, Dine At The Bar
General Info:
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Suzanne Goin
