Rustic Yet Refined Italian Restaurant in Effingham, IL

Located in the heartland of Illinois, Lucia’s Italian Kitchen blends old-world Italian classics with refined chef techniques.

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High-Quality Ingredients

High-Quality Ingredients

Open Kitchen Concept

Open Kitchen Concept

Unforgettable Flavor

Unforgettable Flavor

Experience the Artistry of Our Open Kitchen

Experience the culinary expertise at Lucia's Italian Kitchen, where our skilled chefs meticulously prepare exquisite dishes in our open kitchen, delivering a truly remarkable dining experience.

Minimal Ingredients… Maximum Flavor

Minimal ingredients require the highest quality of ingredients. We source from local farmers to the world's best durum wheat flour in Italy, to partnering with the finest cheese company in the US. Our ingredients are the lifeblood of our restaurant.

High-Quality Ingredients

High-Quality Ingredients

High-Quality Ingredients

Open Kitchen Concept

Open Kitchen Concept

Open Kitchen Concept

Unforgettable Flavor

Unforgettable Flavor

Unforgettable Flavor

Book Your Private Event at Lucia's

Experience the perfect venue for your special occasion. Lucia's offers a beautiful space, exceptional service, and delicious cuisine to make your event unforgettable.

Cooking Classes

Cooking Classes

Cooking Classes

Private Chef Events

Private Chef Events

Private Chef Events

Public Appearance

Public Appearance

Public Appearance

Private Parties

Private Parties

Private Parties

Meet the Chef

Taking pride in creating a memorable experience for all our guests.

Our Founder

Our Founder

Our Founder

Geno McWilliams

Geno McWilliams

Geno McWilliams

Established Lucia's Italian Kitchen in 2020. By perfecting traditional pizza and handmade pasta recipes, coupled with some innovative tweaks, he has transformed Lucia’s into destination dining experience in the heartland of America.

Customer Testimonials

We value every customer's dining experience!

Frequently asked questions.

Do you sell alcohol?

Do you sell alcohol?

Do you sell alcohol?

Do you offer gluten-free?

Do you offer gluten-free?

Do you offer gluten-free?

Do you take reservations?

Do you take reservations?

Do you take reservations?

Do you deliver?

Do you deliver?

Do you deliver?

Do you offer takeout?

Do you offer takeout?

Do you offer takeout?

Experience A Taste Of Italy At Lucia's

Every visit to Lucia's Italian Kitchen promises to be a memorable occasion for you and your loved ones.

Experience A Taste Of Italy At Lucia's

Every visit to Lucia's Italian Kitchen promises to be a memorable occasion for you and your loved ones.