Lucero

4.5

171 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Romantic
Good for special occasions

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

Location
7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone number
(602) 794-8670
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Lounge
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cesar Ruiz

Experiences

FIRE PIT RESERVATIONS
US$200.00 per party
Dec 5, 2024 - May 31, 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.

Short Rib CroquettesUS$19.00
chimichurri aioli, pickled fresno pepper
Bison TartareUS$22.00
pickled mustard seed, manchego, guajillo aioli, olive oil cracker
Birria EmpanadasUS$19.00
short rib, birria, queso asadero, cilantro, onion, birria consomé
- Add EmpanadaUS$7.00
Twice-Cooked CauliflowerUS$17.00
aleppo romesco, toasted cashew
Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$16.00
charred leek butter, swiss chard, brown butter streusel

Quarter Moon

Chorizo FundidoUS$20.00
queso, oaxaca, chorizo, salsa fresca, corn tortilla
Baby Romaine Caesar SaladUS$18.00
grilled baby romaine lettuce, crouton tuile, grana padano, smokey caesar dressing
Arugula Citrus SaladUS$16.00
shaved fennel, blood orange segments, whipped goat chèvre, candied walnuts, tajin vinaigrette
Zodiac Antipasto BoardUS$27.00
crostini, stone fruit compote, pickled petite vegetables, cured meats, cheeses
AZ Dip in a DipUS$18.00
fresh guacamole, roasted corn relish, cotija cheese, southwest hummus, pepita crumble, smoked chile, extra virgin olive oil

Full Moon

Seared Corvina Sea BassUS$26.00
butternut succotash, brown butter vinaigrette
New Zealand Lamb ChopsUS$24.00
membrillo chimichurri, carrot purée, grilled asparagus
Duck MoleUS$32.00
seared breast, mole rojo, fritter, radish, sweet onion, crema
Shrimp TacosUS$18.00
mexican white shrimp, sofrito, pico, cotija, fresh crema
- Add TacoUS$5.00
Wagyu TacosUS$24.00
three grilled wagyu, jalapeño remoulade, salsa molcajete, pickled onion, house corn tortilla
- Add TacoUS$8.00
Wagyu SirloinUS$38.00
potato mousseline, charred carrot, ancho compound butter

What 171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Phoenix / Arizona
Romantic
East Valley
Best Ambience
East Valley
Romantic
East Valley
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lucero offers a stunning rooftop dining experience with "incredible views" and a "romantic sunset setting." Guests praise the "outstanding service" and "amazing ambiance." The menu features upscale, shareable tapas, though some find it limited. While some food reviews are mixed, the "cocktails are excellent," making it ideal for drinks and sunset gazing.

171 Reviews

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Michelle VIP
Phoenix7 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Meh, drinks were great. Food was subpar very limited menu. Nice and convenient place to go and have a cocktail before a show at Gammage. Five minute walking distance.
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Madison
Phoenix1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Take your girlfriends or your first date here, absolutely a vibe.
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Michael
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing, ordered the shrimp tacos and wagyu beef tacos. Ordered another shrimp taco because I thought I would need another one but three was perfect. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Ambiance was perfect. Highly recommend for a fun date night.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a lovely evening before heading the theatre. Service was wonderful and the view was spectacular.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
3.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Server was great. The food took a long time to come out considering there weren’t very many people at the time.
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Heather
Phoenix1 review
2.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We waited an hour and a half to get our dinner. It was my son’s 21st birthday and he was really looking forward to this restaurant. The portions are small, however the food was quite good. Service was terrible. We tried to get our waiters attention several times and he would just walk by or try to quickly leave after we would ask for something. To get a drink and an appetizer it would be more worth it than a large dinner party. I wouldn’t eat dinner here again.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Orange County1 review
3.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Unfortunately, we did not have a great experience. The ambiance was nice, roof top patio. But the service was very slow and inattentive. The food was over seasoned, it was my understanding that it was a new menu so maybe still needed adjustments. Had high hopes, but didn’t meet the bar.
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Michelle VIP
New York City35 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
There were technical issues with all of the plates we ordered. The dessert and the service were excellent!
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kimi
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great environment. Was $200 minimum for fireplace seating. Can see sunset from only one corner of the bar area.
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Dezmin VIP
Tucson2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ryan our server was amazing and very accommodating. We didn’t expect them to have much for vegan options but he tried his best to make things work for us and also made sure we had a pleasurable and comfortable experience on a colder night. He was amazing and everything was great.
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FAQs

Lucero is rated 4.5 stars by 171 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(602) 794-8670
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Lounge
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cesar Ruiz

Lucero

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

FIRE PIT RESERVATIONS

Menu

New Moon

Short Rib CroquettesUS$19.00

Bison TartareUS$22.00

Birria EmpanadasUS$19.00

Twice-Cooked CauliflowerUS$17.00

Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$16.00

Quarter Moon

Chorizo FundidoUS$20.00

Baby Romaine Caesar SaladUS$18.00

Arugula Citrus SaladUS$16.00

Zodiac Antipasto BoardUS$27.00

AZ Dip in a DipUS$18.00

Full Moon

Seared Corvina Sea BassUS$26.00

New Zealand Lamb ChopsUS$24.00

Duck MoleUS$32.00

Shrimp TacosUS$18.00

Wagyu TacosUS$24.00

Wagyu SirloinUS$38.00

What 171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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