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Luciano's Restaurant & Bar

Steamer Wharf, Queenstown, New Zealand
03 409 2460
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Ranked #43 of 149 restaurants in Queenstown
4.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Reservations
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Reservations
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Auckland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Told they don't take reservations after 7.00pm but it wasn't a problem and the service was excellent. The food after some disappointing restaurants was a pleasant change. The duck was a must and for a change plenty of it for an unbeleivable great price. Top restaurant keep it up.

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Queenstown, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Cant go past Luciano's consistent quality and service. Have taken so many friends and business people here and have NEVER been unhappy, great location, awesome service and the best food. The aged steak is devine, then so is the duck and the pork belly oh and the Alaska ..... mmmmmm wonder whats for dinner tonight

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Aiea, Hawaii
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

I made a reservation the previous night and I was seated promptly when I arrived. I started with the garlic squid. The squid was lightly battered, very tender not chewy, and very flavorful. For a main I ordered venison med rare and it was cooked perfectly to order. The venison was excellent, very tender. The overall service was very good.... More

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Queenstown, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

This place is better than you expect it to be. Probably the best Italian restaurant in town. Reasonable prices help as well.

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Sliema, Malta
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

There are a number of restaurants on the Steamer Wharf with views of the lake. Luciano's does not have this view -but! It does have a good atmosphere with a colourful setting. The food is simply great. A menu to suit all tastes and excellent value. You should really try it!

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Dublin, NH
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

Delicious food in a fun mobster atmosphere in the mall on the wharf.

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Florida
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Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

We picked out this restaurant based on the menu, and we weren't disappointed. Started with Chilli Roasted Cashews - a bit spicy but addictive. Venison was a tenderloin, sliced, perfectly cooked. Pasta with seafood was plentiful and delicious. Wait staff was very friendly and efficient (our waiter was from Charleston, S. C.!)

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

Having been some time ago for a lovely dinner at Luciano's we went back for a family birthday dinner and were not disappointed. Friendly, attentive staff and wonderful food - every dish was as described on the menu and 4 of us ate our way through 3 courses and could not fault anything. The slow roasted garlic served with the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

Should make a booking. Knowledgable and friendly staff. Good food. Felt like the staff tried to rush us out as they were quite full.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

We were pleasantly surprised by the ambience of Luciano's and enjoyed their excellent food. Best suggestions - the mussels (devoured by my wife) and a steak (perfectly cooked). Geoff Webb, Berry , NSW , Australia

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