Make It a Pasta Date: Date Night at Cafe Luce

A good date night starts with something to look forward to: a plate of fresh homemade pasta, a drink you love and time to enjoy each other’s company. At Cafe Luce, plan your Italian dinner around two Manhattan neighborhoods, Midtown East and Hell’s Kitchen.

Start with something to share

Browse the antipasti together before choosing your pasta. Burrata, Caprese salad and Bruschetta Pomodoro offer different ways to begin with tomatoes, basil and Italian flavors. Pick a starter you both enjoy, then make room for the main course.

Two pasta orders, plenty to talk about

One of you loves a creamy sauce; the other wants a little heat. Try Alla Vodka alongside Arrabbiata, or explore Bolognese, Alfredo Mushroom and Tomato Basil. Fresh homemade pasta and generous portions are at the heart of Cafe Luce, so choose the flavors you are in the mood for rather than rushing through the menu.

Dining with different preferences? Read our gluten-free and vegetarian guide or vegan dining guide. Tell your server what you need before ordering. Gluten-free pasta is a separate option and is not made fresh in-house.

Choose your neighborhood

Midtown East: Find us at 235 East 53rd Street. Plan an evening around pasta and wine, with the location’s own beer and spritz selection. Browse the Midtown East menu and plan your visit.

Hell’s Kitchen: Join us at 319 West 51st Street for Italian dinner and a full cocktail menu. If you would like patio seating, ask about availability when planning your evening. Browse the Hell’s Kitchen menu and plan your visit.

Make room for the rest of the evening

Finish by asking about the dessert selection. If your date includes a Broadway show, check your theater address and curtain time, and tell our team about your schedule before booking. Our pre-theater dinner guide can help you plan the Hell’s Kitchen part of your night.

Reserve your Midtown East pasta date at 235 East 53rd Street. Explore our Midtown East wine and dining guide before choosing your drinks.

Reserve your Hell's Kitchen pasta date at 319 West 51st Street. Browse our Hell's Kitchen cocktail guide for spritzes, classic cocktails and non-alcoholic choices.