The Lucca Grill

The Lucca Grill The most authentic vibe in town! Home to the world famous A La Baldini. Serving delicious eats since 1936. The feeling of "belonging" never ends.
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The Lucca Grill was established in 1936 by brothers Fred and John Baldini and was named for their hometown of Lucca, Italy. From the beginning, the Baldini brothers offered an outstanding menu in a friendly atmosphere, a way of business which has been sustained by succeeding generations and has become, indeed, a Tradition of Quality. Our customers always feel "at home" at the Lucca Grill, with the

familiar antique mahogany bar, the ornate tin ceiling, the first pizza in Central Illinois, and the many framed newspaper feature articles about the Lucca Grill from our local newspaper, The Pantagraph, to The New York Times, to The Washington Post. It has been nurtured for eight decades and is being continued by long time managers and now owners John Koch and Tony Smith.

🎂 Happy 85th Birthday, Sondra!We are so honored to celebrate this special milestone with one of our sweetest Lucca regul...
09/02/2026

🎂 Happy 85th Birthday, Sondra!
We are so honored to celebrate this special milestone with one of our sweetest Lucca regulars. Sondra has been part of our Lucca family for a couple of years now, and we’re grateful for every visit, every smile, and all the memories made at our bar.
Wishing you the happiest 85th birthday, Sondra! Here’s to many more celebrations, laughs, and Lucca visits to come. 🍕🥂❤️

Behind every great meal is someone who truly cares about getting it right. ❤️Merrich is one of the dedicated cooks in ou...
09/01/2026

Behind every great meal is someone who truly cares about getting it right. ❤️
Merrich is one of the dedicated cooks in our upstairs kitchen, making sure every dish that comes down the dumbwaiter is hot, delicious, and ready to be enjoyed.

🍕 Some things are worth doing the old-fashioned way. Every Lucca pizza starts with dough we make ourselves, topped with ...
08/30/2026

🍕 Some things are worth doing the old-fashioned way. Every Lucca pizza starts with dough we make ourselves, topped with fresh-cut ingredients, plenty of cheese, and baked on our stone ovens by pizza makers who know exactly when it's just right.
No shortcuts. No secrets. Just decades of tradition, hard work, and a whole lot of pride in every pie.
One bite, and you'll understand why people keep coming back.

🍓 Last call for Strawberry Basil!Our Strawberry Basil Sangria has been a summer favorite, but this is your final chance ...
08/28/2026

🍓 Last call for Strawberry Basil!
Our Strawberry Basil Sangria has been a summer favorite, but this is your final chance to enjoy a glass before a new Sangria of the Month takes its place.
Fresh, fruity, and perfectly refreshing, it's the kind of drink you'll wish you had one more of. Stop in before it's gone... because once September arrives, so does a brand-new flavor.

🍔 Happy National Burger Day! It's easy to forget there's a "Grill" in Lucca Grill. While our pizza gets a lot of the spo...
08/27/2026

🍔 Happy National Burger Day! It's easy to forget there's a "Grill" in Lucca Grill. While our pizza gets a lot of the spotlight, we've been serving up great burgers right alongside it for generations.
Fresh off the grill, cooked to order, and served the old-fashioned way—simple, satisfying, and downright delicious.
If it's been a while since you've ordered a Lucca burger, today might be the perfect excuse to change that.

👀 A little behind-the-scenes look at one of our lunch favorites. These meatballs are fresh on the grill, getting ready f...
08/24/2026

👀 A little behind-the-scenes look at one of our lunch favorites. These meatballs are fresh on the grill, getting ready for the next step: melted cheese, a perfectly toasted bun, one more ladle of our house-made sauce, and onto your plate.
If you haven't tried our Meatball Sub yet, Mondays from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. are the perfect time—it's one of our lunch specials, served with chips. Trust us... it's worth planning your Monday around. 🍝

Meet your new favorite nightcap. ☕🍸 The Espresso Martini has officially joined the drink menu, and it's everything you w...
08/22/2026

Meet your new favorite nightcap. ☕🍸 The Espresso Martini has officially joined the drink menu, and it's everything you want it to be—bold, smooth, and perfectly balanced with just the right kick.
It's a great choice if you're wrapping up dinner or just getting the evening started, this classic cocktail is always a good idea.

Don’t forget the sweet ending. 🍰 Because a great meal deserves a great finale.
08/19/2026

Don’t forget the sweet ending. 🍰 Because a great meal deserves a great finale.

You'll usually find Aiden behind the scenes cooking up your favorite pizzas and sandwiches. He's one of the hardworking ...
08/17/2026

You'll usually find Aiden behind the scenes cooking up your favorite pizzas and sandwiches. He's one of the hardworking faces that helps keep the Lucca running and makes sure every meal heads out hot and delicious.
Thanks for all you do, Aiden! 🍕

08/15/2026

WE ARE SO BACK! READY TO SERVE YOU ALL FROM 11 AM-11 PM 🍕

Address

116 E Market Street
Bloomington, IL
61701

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 3pm - 8pm

Telephone

+13098287521

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