“A tavola con gli amici e la famiglia uno non invecchia”
At the table with friends and family, one does not grow old.
~ Tempo Intorno al Tavolo ~ Extended ~
“Tempo Intorno al Tavolo” Time Around the Table with Family & Friends Our Family Sunday Menus have been so popular, we are extending them until further notice! Join us each Sunday evening for a traditional Italian menu where...
Luci Ancora
Inspired and influenced by Italian traditions, the cuisine of Luci Ancora offers a seasonal variety of organic, quality ingredients alongside house made pastas, slow braised meats, and the freshest...
Farm Fresh, Organic Ingredients
Sourcing from a variety of local and regional producers, Luci Ancora’s menu focuses on offering memorable dishes with Italian influence. Our made from scratch menu reflects our relationships with local farmers ~ the summer months are...
Agnello Brasato
Our slow braised Lamb Shank, a special feature of our past Winter Menu, exemplifies our dedication to the slow food cooking approach. With numerous years behind the line, our Chefs bring experience, technique, and a desire to create memorable...
Our Story
The story of Luci Ancora & Ristorante Luci is a romantic one, as all good Italian stories are. With a passion for food and wine, cultivated by the experience of living in and around Naples, Italy, the Smith Family began their coincidental culinary and viticulture education when Kennedy was in office…Learn More
Daily Specials + Wine Menu
Antipasto $11
Mozzarella Arancini with Vegetable Ragu
Zuppa $5
Potato Saffron Puree
Primo $12
Risotto with Broccoli, Peppers, Onions, and MediterraneanPesto
Secondo $36
Sauteed Wild Copper River Sockeye Salmon with Truffle Zabaglione, Roasted Cremini Mushroom, and Grilled Zucchini
Prezzo Fisso $38 or TWO for $25 Each
We look forward to seeing you soon,
~ The Smith Family & Luci Staff
Location
Luci Ancora is located on the south-west corner of Cleveland Avenue S & Randolph Avenue in a green stucco stand alone building. With fireplace seating and picture windows, Luci Ancora hosts an open, comfortable atmosphere suitable for relaxing evenings with family and friends, entertaining clients, and celebrating life’s events.
One Family, One Philosophy, Two Distinct Restaurants Learn More
Luci Ancora is the second of two restaurants owned and operated by the Smith Family in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota. Featuring creative cooking with an Italian influence that utilizes fresh, seasonal ingredients (local and organic when possible) and sustainably raised fish, seafoods, and cuts of meat, Luci Ancora offers an array of flavors through our 
