Cafe Luce Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar is a lively spot in Midtown East, New York, known for its fresh homemade pasta and seasonal dishes. The restaurant emphasizes a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for enjoying Italian cuisine with friends and family.
Guests can indulge in a variety of antipasti, salads, and house-made desserts, all served in generous portions. The drink menu features a curated selection of wines and classic Spritz cocktails.
Cafe Luce also accommodates private events and large groups, making it an ideal choice for celebrations and gatherings.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Burrata$18.00
Whole fresh burrata, sun-dried tomatoes, baby arugula & shallot dressing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Caesar Salad$18.00
Crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and shaved parmesan, all tossed in creamy Caesar dressing.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 339
Caprese$18.00
Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil, roasted pepper, black olives & balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Italian Salad$18.00
Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, black olives & Italian dressing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Spinach Salad$18.00
Baby spinach, feta cheese, cherry tomato, glazed walnuts, golden raisins, cherry vinaigrette dressing.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 225
Tri Color Salad$18.00
Radicchio, endive, arugula, topped with shaved parmesan, drizzled with shallot dressing.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 216
Bruscetta Pomodoro$12.00
3 pieces, fresh tomato, basil, olive oil, toasted crostini.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Bruscetta Mediterrannean$14.00
3 pieces, roasted eggplant, crushed tomato, olives toasted crostini, topped with cheese.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 93
Bruscetta Smoked Salmon$17.00
3 pieces, smoked salmon, ricotta cheese, toasted crostini.
Allergens: Fish, Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Eggplant Rollatini$18.00
Beautifully baked slices of eggplant stuffed with cheese and topped with our homemade marinara sauce.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 813
Grilled Octopus$24.00
Grilled lemon, mixed greens, roasted pepper, shallots, celery.
Allergens: Celery, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Mussels fra Diavolo$24.00
Organic mussels simmered in a spicy tomato, garlic, and white wine sauce, finished with fresh parsley. Served with homemade toast.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Fried Burrata$17.00
Served with marinara sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Meatballs$16.00
4 pieces of homemade all beef meatballs cooked in our homemade tomato sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Zucchini Sticks$14.00
Battered with panko & parmesan served with marinara sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 577
Hand Cut Fries$9.00
Hand cut from fresh potatoes.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Truffle Fries$12.00
Hand cut from fresh potatoes, topped with parmesan cheese, parsley and imported white truffle oil.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 873
Homemade Foccacia$3.50
4 pieces.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Meat Plate$24.00
Selection of cured meats: prosciutto di parma (16 months), soppresata hot, mortadella with pistachios.
Allergens: Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Cheese Plate$24.00
Selection of cheese: gorgonzola, pecorino al tartufo, ubriaco del piave.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Aglio E Olio$25.00
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Red Pepper Flake, Sliced Garlic.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Alfredo Mushroom$26.00
Mushrooms sautéed and cooked in a creamy alfredo sauce.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1600
Alla Caprese$26.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Fresh Tomato, Garlic and Wine White Sauce.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Alla Vodka$26.00
Vodka, Sautéed Shallot, Crushed Tomato, Cream… one of our most popular dishes.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Spaghetti Alle Vongole$34.00
Clams, garlic, cherry tomato, butter, parsley, white wine. Served with fresh homemade spaghetti.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 472
Arrabbiata$25.00
Fresh crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and red pepper flake creates this fresh and spicy sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Black Truffle Pappardelle$32.00
Homemade pappardelle pasta ribbons stuffed with ricotta, in a butter sauce, topped with crisped sage and black truffle carpaccio.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1105
Bolognese$26.00
Ground Beef is simmered in red wine, onions, garlic, fresh basil and tomatoes to create our delicious Bolognese sauce.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 550
Carbonara$28.00
Egg yolk, guanciale, parmesan.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 600
Cacio E Pepe$26.00
Parmesan cheese, freshly cracked black pepper and butter.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Diavolo$33.00
Shrimp, Sliced Garlic, Crushed Tomato, Hot Pepper Flake, Olive Oil, Basil.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Gorgonzola$25.00
Creamy Gorgonzola Sauce.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 507
Lasagna$27.00
Layers of Fresh Sheets of Pasta, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Ground Beef, Tomato Sauce, topped with Fresh Mozzarella.. the ultimate comfort dish.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 540
Limoncello$26.00
Fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolk, parmesan cheese.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Meatballs$28.00
Fresh Tomato Sauce and Fresh Homemade, All Beef Meatballs.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Pesto$25.00
Basil, Olive Oil, Garlic, Parmesan, Toasted Pine Nuts.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Tree Nuts, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Pollo Capricciosa$34.00
Breaded Chicken Generously Covered with Fresh Arugula, Fresh Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella. Served with a side of Pasta in our homemade Tomato Sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 219
Pollo Parmigiana$34.00
Lightly Breaded Chicken Topped with Melted Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato Sauce, Served with a side of pasta in Homemade Tomato Sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 262
Quattro Formaggi$26.00
Parmesan, Pecorino, Ricotta, Mozzarella.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Eggplant Lasagna$25.00
Bechamel, fried eggplant, mozzarella, and tomato sauce (the bechamel has nutmeg in case someone is allergy).
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 992
Smoked Salmon$32.00
Fresh cream & mozzarella topped with toasted breadcrumbs.
Allergens: Fish, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 440
Tomato Basil$23.00
Our homemade tomato basil sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 367
Classic Tiramisu$11.00
A traditional Italian dessert made with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 600
Nutella Tiramisu$12.00
A delightful twist on the classic, featuring layers of Nutella and mascarpone.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 600
Oreo Tiramisu$12.00
A fun variation of tiramisu with crushed Oreos and creamy layers.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 870
Panna Cotta$11.00
A smooth and creamy dessert topped with a berry sauce.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 696
Chocolate Mousse Cake$12.00
Rich chocolate mousse layered in a decadent cake.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Pistachio Cake$12.00
Beautiful layers of pistachio mousse, whipped ricotta cheesecake, thin layers of sponge cake, crusted with pistachio pieces.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Tree Nuts, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 600
Espresso$4.00
Double espresso.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Macchiato$5.00
Double espresso with a dash of frothy steamed milk.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Americano$4.00
Double espresso with hot water.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Cappuccino$6.00
Double espresso, steamed milk, and frothed milk.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Latte$6.00
Double espresso, steamed milk, and a small amount of frothed milk.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 235
Cortado$5.00
Double espresso with a small amount of steamed milk.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 235
Acqua Panna$8.00
Still water large bottle.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 591
San Pellegrino$8.00
Sparkling water, large bottle.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 591
Soda$5.00
Coke, diet coke, sprite, ginger ale, club soda, san pellegrino limonata, san pellegrino aranciata.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Tea$5.00
Selection of tea.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Most restaurants charge a small cover charge (~$1–3 per person)
Categories: Italian, Vegetarian, Desserts, Drinks
Menu Source: Restaurant Website PDF
Menu Date: August, 2025
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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235 E 53rd St, Manhattan, NY 10022, USA
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