About
Cafe Luce Midtown East is an Italian restaurant and wine bar in Manhattan, known for pasta that tastes freshly made and for generous, home-style cooking. The menu moves easily from antipasti to hearty pasta dishes, with plenty of choices for every appetite.
Beyond dinner, the restaurant also offers brunch, takeout, delivery and catering, which makes it a handy pick for a business lunch, a family meal or a relaxed evening with a glass of wine.
Dishes to Try
Gnocchi Bolognese
Soft gnocchi in a hearty, meaty sauce.
Eggplant Rollatini
A guest favorite, rich and comforting.
Linguine alla Vodka
Creamy tomato sauce over fresh linguine.
Truffle Pappardelle
Wide ribbon pasta with earthy truffle flavor.
Grilled Octopus
Often named the star of the table.
Burrata
Creamy and fresh, perfect for sharing.
Bruschetta Pomodoro
Classic tomato and basil on toasted bread.
Pesto Penne
Simple, bright and full of basil.
Chicken Parmigiana
A familiar Italian-American classic.
Penne Arrabbiata
Tomato sauce with a gentle chili kick.
Lemon Pasta
A fresh, citrusy option inspired by limoncello.
Caprese Pasta
Tomato, mozzarella and basil in pasta form.
Good to Know
Reservations Help
The dining room is on the smaller side, so booking ahead is a good idea at busy times.
Family Friendly
Guests often mention how welcoming the staff is to families with children.
Attentive Service
The team is known for being friendly and for keeping things moving when you are short on time.
Open Daily
Doors open at 11:00 AM every day of the week, with service through the evening.
Plan Your Visit
- Address
- 235 E 53rd St, New York, NY 10022
- Neighborhood
- Midtown East, Manhattan
- Cuisine
- Italian restaurant and wine bar
- Services
- Dine-in, brunch, takeout, delivery, catering
- Price
- $$
- Phone
- (646) 590-2777
- Website
- cafelucenyc.com
- Google Maps
- View on Google Maps
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Hours are based on Google Maps and may change on holidays. Please confirm with the restaurant before you go.