Authentic Italian dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, including wagyu meatballs, branzino, and handmade pastas.
Expertly crafted rotating cocktails and curated wine selections with personalized pairing recommendations from knowledgeable staff.
Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, and gatherings with attentive service, elegant ambiance, and special touches like dessert surprises.
Enjoy live music performances that enhance the dining experience with a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere.
Easy online reservations and accommodations for parties, with timed service to ensure optimal food quality for all guests.
Wonderful dining experience. Would be perfect for a fancy date or girls night. There were plenty of tables at 5pm on a Friday, but a reservation is recommended. There was live music, dim lighting, friendly and attentive staff. Our server Isaiah was so personable and kind, we took him up on his recommendation for the olive oil cake and it was delicious! Calamari was crispy and yummy, we enjoyed the goat cheese and pesto antipasto as well! Pasta was so good and wonderful wine. Parking is available on the street or in the parking garage attached to the restaurant, bathrooms were clean and chic. Hostess staff were friendly and helpful. A lovely experience and wonderful food! Can't wait to come back!
We visited Luce Secondo and had an amazing time! The food was incredible, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the staff truly made the experience top-tier. We brought our one-year-old, and everyone was so kind, patient, and accommodating which any parent knows makes all the difference. From start to finish, we felt welcomed and taken care of. Highly recommend and definitely planning to come back! I don't remember the name of our server but Thank you for being so Kind to our little one!!
I visited Luce Secondo instead of the Cork and Bull restaurant nearby due to the racial discrimination boycott. It was a top notch experience in every way. Our childhood friend arrived early to get a table for 4 and we were escorted to her upon arrival. She had already been impressed by our waiter, Wes, who knew everything about the menu and rotating cocktails. He was attentive and not at all overbearing. We had a few Tropic Like Its Hot cocktails and a mojito mocktail with liquor added. We tried the wagyu meatballs as well as the branzino I picked as well as a second wagyu entree and a pasta dish with tuna. For dessert we had tiramisu, cannoli and olive oil cake. I would absolutely visit again and several friends already added Luce Secondo to their list. I've been to a lot of restaurants all over the globe and have never seen a portable iron brought out to press table cloths. Those small touches make a huge difference as well as the purse holders (not unusual these days) that we used for our takeout bag. Your full order is timed for optimal serving so you will all need to be seated OR phone in your order like our 4th person.
I have been lurking on Luce's socials for years before we finally came in. We made a reservation for our 10th wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint. The food, the atmosphere, the drinks, ALL superb. Isaiah and Luke were phenomenal with their service. We genuinely enjoyed our time talking with them at the table about wine, food, life. Truly an incredible evening and we can't wait to come back. Looking forward to Heritage night on Monday thanks to Isaiah's recommendation. We were treated to some nice surprises for our anniversary as well. Thank you so so much. Bravo to the Chef(s) as well!
We celebrated our daughter’s 18th birthday at Luce Secondo with a party of 10, and everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. Our host was phenomenal — knowledgeable, warm, and incredibly attentive. They knew the menu in great detail and offered thoughtful drink and food pairing suggestions that made the night feel extra special. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented — from the seafood and steak to the pasta and flatbread. You can truly taste the authenticity and care in every bite. The atmosphere was elegant yet inviting, with stunning artwork and lighting that added to the evening’s charm. Highly recommend Luce Secondo for any special occasion or if you simply want an unforgettable dining experience. We’ll definitely be returning!

Authentic Italian cuisine with modern elegance, where every meal feels like a celebration.
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Luce Secondo is an upscale Italian restaurant in Chesapeake, VA, offering an unforgettable dining experience with authentic, fresh flavors and impeccable service. Our menu features exquisite dishes like wagyu meatballs, branzino, handmade pastas, and decadent desserts like tiramisu and olive oil cake. With live music, elegant ambiance, and attentive staff like Wes and Isaiah, we're perfect for special occasions, date nights, or any celebration. We pride ourselves on small touches like pressed tablecloths and purse holders, ensuring every visit is memorable. Reservations recommended for an optimal experience.
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