Da Luca Italian Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Locations

You’ve probably seen the name – Da Luca Italian Restaurant – pop up in search results and wondered which one is yours. Turns out there are two: one in Singapore and one in Marlow, England, plus a few more with similar names across Europe.

Locations: Singapore (1 Goldhill Plaza) and Marlow (UK) · Phone (Singapore): +65 6258 4846 · Instagram Posts: 4,222+ · Cuisine: Italian · Known For: Bruschetta, Signature Cold Capellini

The table below summarizes the key details for each location.

Is Luca a Michelin star restaurant?

None of the restaurants named Luca or Da Luca in our research hold a Michelin star, based on available listings. The Singapore Da Luca location does not appear in the Michelin Guide for Singapore, and neither do its UK or Dublin counterparts. Tripadvisor (user reviews) and the Di Luca Dublin website make no such claim.

The pattern: Luca London, often confused with Da Luca, is also absent from Michelin’s star list. For diners seeking Michelin-level Italian in Singapore, other restaurants like Braci or Osteria Mozza hold stars. The takeaway: Da Luca Singapore is a fine-dining Italian spot that earns strong reviews without the star.

What are some popular dishes at Lucca?

Da Luca Singapore signatures

Da Luca’s Singapore menu highlights include Bruschetta and a Signature Cold Capellini with uni (sea urchin). A Lemon8 review prices the uni capellini at S$147 for 1.5 portions, and uni and scampi caviar bruschetta at S$192. More affordable options like penne al granchio cost S$34. Earlier menu data from PinkyPiggu (2016) shows a three-course weekday set lunch at S$22++, Lasagne Bolognese at S$22, and Squid Ink Linguine at S$25.

Traditional dishes from Lucca, Italy

The city of Lucca in Tuscany is known for Tordelli Lucchesi (stuffed pasta) and farro soup. These are not directly served at Da Luca, but the restaurant’s menu leans toward classic Italian fare.

What this means: Da Luca Singapore offers both everyday pastas and premium seafood dishes, with prices ranging from S$22 to over S$100 for specialties.

What are the customer reviews like for Da Luca?

Singapore location

Tripadvisor reviewers describe Da Luca Singapore as a fine Italian spot in Novena. A Lemon8 review rates it 3.5/5, noting that pastas are under S$35 and mains under S$50. The same review highlights the “signature cold capellini” as a standout but warns about high prices for extras like caviar (S$60 for 12g).

Marlow location

Da Luca Marlow has a separate Tripadvisor UK page with more limited reviews. The cuisine is described as Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, and European. Recent review activity is sparse, making it hard to gauge current quality.

The trade-off: Diners in Singapore have abundant recent feedback; those interested in Marlow should call ahead to check operating status.

What makes Lucca Trattoria special?

Lucca Trattoria, based in Aruba, focuses on pizzas and pastas. Unlike Da Luca Singapore, which emphasizes fine dining and premium seafood, Lucca Trattoria positions itself as a casual family-friendly option. No direct link exists between the two restaurants – they share only a similar Italian-sounding name.

Why this matters: Diners searching for “Lucca” may encounter either Da Luca or Lucca Trattoria. Checking the exact address and menu is essential to avoid confusion.

What does de Luca mean in Italian?

De Luca is a common Italian surname meaning “of Luca” – a patronymic indicating descent from a person named Luca. Variants like Da Luca (Italian for “from Luca”) and Di Luca (Italian for “of Luca”) follow the same pattern. Many Italian restaurants employ these names to evoke tradition and family heritage.

Di Luca Dublin uses the name for its wine-bar concept, while Da Luca in Singapore and Marlow choose the “Da” variant. No corporate tie connects them; the similarity is coincidental.

What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear

Confirmed facts

• Da Luca Singapore operates at 1 Goldhill Plaza; phone +65 6258 4846 (Tripadvisor)
• Di Luca Dublin has been open since 2016 at 10 Harcourt Street (Di Luca official site)
• Da Luca Singapore has been serving since at least 2010 (PinkyPiggu)

What remains unclear

• Exact opening date of Da Luca Singapore
• Current operational status of Da Luca Marlow
• Ownership of the Da Luca brand across countries

“Fine Italian cuisine. Bruschetta Signature Cold Capellini tossed”

Da Luca Singapore Instagram bio

“With a selection of salad, soup, appetizer, pasta, pizza, main course and dessert”

Tripadvisor description of Da Luca Singapore

For diners considering a visit to Da Luca Singapore, the evidence points to a reliable fine-dining Italian spot with standout cold capellini but a price tag that can climb quickly. Those interested in Da Luca Marlow should verify its hours before traveling. The name game between Da Luca, Di Luca, and Luca restaurants adds a layer of confusion, but the menus and atmospheres are distinctly different. In Singapore, the choice is between an accessible Italian dinner and a splurge-worthy seafood experience – and now you have the facts to decide.

For an alternative experience in Ireland, check out our Di Luca Dublin comparison to see how Da Luca stacks up against other Italian options.

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