Lucero

4.4

151 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot
Good for business meals

Capture iconic sunsets from our rooftop bar and restaurant in downtown Tempe. Designed for the adventurous and bold, and emulating the starry night sky, sip craft cocktails and savor tantalizing cuisine at Lucero.

Please note, we do not accept reservations for our rooftop patio which includes our firepit areas. These are available on a first come, first serve basis.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Lounge
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 794-8670
Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/tempe-asu/dining/lucero
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Cesar Ruiz

Location
7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
Neighborhood
Tempe
Cross street
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Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

Experiences

FIRE PIT RESERVATIONS
$200.00 per party
Dec 5, 2024 - Feb 28, 2025
Lucero Fire Pit Reservations offer an unforgettable experience on the Rooftop, where guests can enjoy stunning sunset views while cozied up by the warmth of the Fire. Indulge in a selection of delicious light bites and expertly crafted cocktails, perfect for a relaxed and memorable evening. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, Lucero's Fire Pits provide the perfect setting for an intimate and enchanting experience. Choose from Two Seating Times: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. There is a $150 Food & Beverage Minimum Tuesday-Thursday and a $200 Food and Beverage Minimum on Fridays & Saturdays | Excluding Tax and Gratuity | 2 Hour Seating Limit & Up To 4 Adults.
LUCERO NYE MENUS | TWO SEATING TIMES AVAILABLE
$120.00 - $150.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Lucero with two exclusive dining experiences. First Seating (5:15 PM & 5:30 PM): Enjoy a 3-course menu for $120 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), with a 2.5-hour seating limit. Second Seating (8:30 PM, 8:45 PM & 9:00 PM): Indulge in a 4-course menu for $150 per person (excluding tax and gratuity), including a glass of sparkling wine. Both seatings offer premium accoutrement options: Kaluga Caviar…$47 Shaved European Black Truffle…$24 Seared Foie Gras...$24 Please note, our Regular Menu will NOT be available on New Year's Eve, as we focus on these exclusive dining experiences to ring in the New Year in style. Lucero is the perfect place to start the New Year with great food and company!

MIXED NUTS$5.00
LOCAL KETTLE CORN$6.00
jalapeno cheddar cheese or mexican street corn
HOUSE SWEET HEAT CHIPS$7.00
AZ DIP IN A DIP$18.00
fresh guacamole, roasted corn relish, cotija cheese, southwest hummus, pepita crumble, smoked chile, extra virgin olive oil
ZODIAC ANTIPASTO BOARD$29.00
figs pork torchon, o'stini, stone fruit compote, pickled petite vegetables, cured meats, cheeses
SANTA CRUZ TUNA TOSTADA$24.00
ahi rojo, cucumber, avocado, red onion, toasted peanuts
SCALLION CEVICHE$21.00
octopus, avocado mousse, strawberry pico, jalapeño, cilantro oil, broken tostadas
TWICE-COOKED CAULIFLOWER$17.00
ALPODEROSO TASTED CASHEW
LOBSTER CHORIZO FUNDIDO$24.00
lobster, queso, chorizo, salsa fresca, house blue corn tortilla
SHORT RIB CROQUETTES$19.00
chimichurri aioli, pickled fresno pepper
WAGYU TACOS$22.00
grilled wagyu, jalapeño remoulade, salsa molcajete, pickled onion, house blue corn tortillas
- add taco$10.00
BIRRIA EMPANADAS$19.00
short rib, birria, queso asadero, cilantro, onion, birria consomé
THE LUCERO BURGER$22.00
8 oz short rib blend, poblano & bacon jam, aged cheddar, lucero sauce
BLISTERED PADRÓN PEPPERS$12.00
lime honey glaze, popped amaranth
TRUFFLE FRITAS$8.00
cotija aioli, herb flakes
CHARRED CARROTS$9.00
cotija cheese, toasted hazelnuts, herb flakes
BONE-IN PRIME NY STRIP$65.00
sliced for the table, served with chimichurri compound butter, black garlic demi-glace
WAGYU TOP SIRLOIN$55.00
sliced for the table, served with smoked sea salt, house steak sauce
SPICE CHURRO FRIES$12.00
caramel anglaise, chocolate syrup, strawberry catsup
CHOCOLATE GANACHE TART$13.00
wild berry gel, vanilla bean mousse, berries
MANGOADA COBBLER$11.00
sweet house chamoy, tajin streusel, citrus sorbet
FROZEN CUSTARD$5.00
- vanilla$0.00
- chocolate$0.00

What 151 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Valley
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lucero offers "amazing service," "great food," and "incredible views," making it a top choice for a memorable dining experience. This rooftop restaurant in Tempe is perfect for special occasions like date nights or pre-theater dining. While the tapas-style menu is limited, the cocktails and ambiance are "fabulous."

151 Reviews

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Jennifer
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved the beautiful views and we had an excellent waiter. The portions were small for the price but the cost was worth it for the atmosphere. We would recommend it to others for special occasions.
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Alexa
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
100% recommend! The food, setting, & the services provided were a great experience, will be back :)
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Ricky
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleased with my first time at Lucero, the atmosphere was wonderful and quiet. The food was wonderful, the experience overall was well worth it. Food was not terribly expensive nor the drinks. Very pleased with my first visit and will 100% be returning. Thank you Anthony (our cool server) for taking great care of my date and I.
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Arelys
Caribbean
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, nice city view, great food and service!
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Nate
Minneapolis
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
It was great until we go to the place and they said we needed to pay 250$ to sit a the fire. So not what I was expecting. Probably won’t go back because of this.
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karen
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My new favorite place!! Love the food, the atmosphere was spectacular and the service was excellent! Best place for any occasion or just a relaxing night out!
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Duane
VIP
Phoenix
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Expected better service and some items identified on menu as GF really weren’t gluten free. Not as good as other Omni’s I have been at. Also, if you cannot go up to restaurant until 5pm - don’t take a 5pm reservation - parking for $15 for less than 2 hours is crazy.
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AmberV
VIP
Phoenix
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat on the outdoor patio. It was a beautiful evening and the view is amazing. The Wagyu Tacos and the Truffle Fritas were delicious, while the cauliflower as just ok. The drinks were beautifully crafted, and the Hibiscus Collin’s is the best version of a Tom Collin’s I’ve ever had. The servers were attentive. A great evening out!
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Deborah
Phoenix
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant and ambience are lovely. The outdoor area is great for views. The food presentations were very nice, however, the food was tasteless. Lacking in flavor. We have the Birria empanadas and the birria had little flavor. The beef was very tender, but lacking flavor. We also had the Short Rib Croquettes. Again nice presentation, but totally lacking in flavor in the meat, the coating and the accompaniments. Also had the Charred Carrots... very pretty, but again the sauce under the carrots lacked any flavor. We know the food is not good when we do not finish :( :(. They need a chef that is going to keep them in the game... it is tough to be successful in the Phoenix Metro area. There are so many great and yummy, flavorable restaurants.
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Mj
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Food is great and the staff are amazing but most importantly the views
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Lucero is rated 4.4 stars by 151 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
<br /><br />
Neighborhood
Tempe
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Lounge
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Cesar Ruiz
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/tempe-asu/dining/lucero
Phone number
(602) 794-8670

Lucero

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

FIRE PIT RESERVATIONS

LUCERO NYE MENUS | TWO SEATING TIMES AVAILABLE

FOOD MENU

MIXED NUTS$5.00

LOCAL KETTLE CORN$6.00

HOUSE SWEET HEAT CHIPS$7.00

AZ DIP IN A DIP$18.00

ZODIAC ANTIPASTO BOARD$29.00

SANTA CRUZ TUNA TOSTADA$24.00

SCALLION CEVICHE$21.00

TWICE-COOKED CAULIFLOWER$17.00

ALPODEROSO TASTED CASHEW

LOBSTER CHORIZO FUNDIDO$24.00

SHORT RIB CROQUETTES$19.00

WAGYU TACOS$22.00

BIRRIA EMPANADAS$19.00

THE LUCERO BURGER$22.00

BLISTERED PADRÓN PEPPERS$12.00

TRUFFLE FRITAS$8.00

CHARRED CARROTS$9.00

BONE-IN PRIME NY STRIP$65.00

WAGYU TOP SIRLOIN$55.00

SPICE CHURRO FRIES$12.00

CHOCOLATE GANACHE TART$13.00

MANGOADA COBBLER$11.00

FROZEN CUSTARD$5.00

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