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Luci

472 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 37 people

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472 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9116 8877
HoursMonday: 6:30 – 10:30 AM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Luci

Housed in the historic Equity Chambers grand hall, Luci delivers contemporary dining under lofty ceilings and soft low light. Guests drop in for relaxed long lunches and celebration dinners centered on European-inspired cooking—from house-baked focaccia to handmade pasta and tender dry-aged duck. Attentive floor staff guide diners through structured multi-course menus paired alongside Victorian and Italian wines, wrapping up with classic tiramisu.

  • 1930s Heritage Grandeur: Set within the 1930s Equity Chambers building, pairing soaring ceilings and quiet lighting for celebratory dinners.
  • European Tasting Menus: Multi-course tasting menus highlight dishes like duck ragù pappardelle, roasted lamb, and curated regional wines.
  • Refined Hospitality: Pacing and unhurried hospitality tailored for milestone celebrations, romantic dates, and corporate dining.
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Why Choose Luci

Discover why guests choose Luci for milestone celebrations, pre-theatre meals, and elevated city dining.

  • Expertly Paired Tasting Menus

    Luci delivers a refined multi-course dining experience highlighted by dishes like duck ragù pappardelle and thoughtful wine pairings.

    The wine recommendation was impeccable and paired perfectly with the dish.

    Fernanda Marinho

  • Seamless Pre-Theatre Dinner Timing

    Diners heading to CBD theatre performances can rely on efficient, elegant meal pacing completed in under an hour.

    A pre theatre dinner, and within an hour served delicious oysters

    Robyn Ellis

  • Warm and Serene Atmosphere

    A quiet, soothing dining room with high ceilings and warm lighting offers an unhurried sanctuary from the bustling city.

    Food was delicious and the ambience of the restaurant was very warm, cozy and inviting.

    Shyama

  • Thoughtful Celebration Touches

    Guests celebrating birthdays and key milestones receive heartfelt care and memorable surprises from an attentive team.

    after hearing it was my birthday, they surprised me with a candle, which made the evening truly special.

    Yuxin Liao

  • Historic Grandeur and Architecture

    Housed inside a preserved 1930s heritage building, the dining room combines grand ceilings with sophisticated modern details.

    the space strikes a perfect balance between heritage grandeur and modern sophistication.

    Andrew Chong

  • Immersive Heritage Dining Experiences

    Curated special-occasion set dinners offer an immersive sensory setting complete with refined dishes and elevated ambiance.

    The atmosphere is set as soon as you step foot into the 1930s architecturally inspired building.

    Andrew Date

Signature tasting experiences, handmade pastas, and hotel dining highlights

  • Chef's Tasting Menu

    Definitely recommend the chef's tasting menu for a special occasion - every dish was mouthwatering and perfectly paired with delicious and interesting local wines.

    Sian Elvin

  • Breakfast Buffet

    Bang-on for breakfast. Comparable with any of the best hotel buffets in the world.

    Stuart Kerr

  • Ribeye Steak

    Ribeye was cooked to a perfect medium rare and very well seasoned that you don’t need the mustard.

    JoJo Foo

  • Pappardelle with Duck Ragù

    The pappardelle with duck ragù, fresh pasta, deep flavour, with shaved parmesan and crispy sage that gave it the perfect contrast, was spot on.

    Fernanda Marinho

Other favorites

Complement your meal with handcrafted desserts, savory vegetable sides, and refreshing cocktails

  • Tiramisu

    The tiramisu is a must!

    Madeleine Lock

  • Burnt Cabbage

    Cabbage was a standout, charred and a touch of chilli = divine.

    Lucinda Smith

  • Roasted Russel Sprouts

    excellent roasted brussel sprouts with smoked almonds and leatherwood honey.

    Robyn Ellis

  • Limoncello Spritz

    Limoncello spritz; very refreshing sparkling lemon drink, the ice barely melted keeping the drink chilled throughout the meal which was a surprise

    Barry

Beyond the menu

Memorable, above-and-beyond hospitality details that elevate milestone occasions and special dinners.

  • Birthday Celebration Surprises

    Staff recognize birthday celebrations by surprising guests with celebratory candles and thoughtful individualized touches.

  • Curated Wine Pairing Guidance

    Staff actively offer personalized beverage guidance, pairing tailored local wines to complement European-inspired courses.

  • Thoughtful Course Replacement

    Accommodating kitchen and service team readily replaces tasting menu courses to suit guest preferences without hesitation.

  • Dedicated Group Photo Assistance

    Warm hospitality where team members willingly help groups capture memories and photographs throughout their milestone event.

Before you head over

Practical planning tips for pacing, ordering, and timing your meal at Luci

  • Allow Plenty of Time for Tasting Menus

    The multi-course chef's tasting menu is unhurried and paced over several hours. Plan an open evening without tight subsequent commitments when opting for the tasting journey.

  • Supplement Mains with Pasta or Sides

    Portions lean toward refined fine-dining sizes. Round out proteins and mains with substantial pasta courses or vegetable sides like roasted cabbage and carrots.

  • Coordinate Pre-Theatre Timing Upon Arrival

    When dining before CBD shows, communicate your schedule upfront; the kitchen can efficiently serve oysters and mains like ravioli and risotto within an hour.

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