Luminosa

Reviews

• SK

  S K

  1 day ago
  3.0
  We had the mafaldine and the anolini. My husband said the anolini was absolutely amazing but was so small. The mafaldine was dry and not very flavorful. There was one burnt tomato and only a few larger ones that were barely cooked. Although, this dish was much larger. I really wish they would tell you before you order a $30 pasta that its very small. So we ordered dessert, which was just okay. The wait staff was very nice but service can be a little slow to catch your actual waiter bc they take their time explaining everything. They only have two bathroom stalls for everyone... We went to the speakeasy after dinner to grab a drink. We took the elevator down and walked to the hostess table. We stood there for a while with no one showing up and the bartenders just sorta glancing at us. Someone finally walked down the stairs and said sit wherever. We sat down and no one came. Guess you have to walk up and crowd the bar to get a drink and take it back to your table. Not a vibe for a speakeasy, so we left without trying anything. And, it was absolutely freezing down here.
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  Stacy Whitehurst

  Aug 16, 2026
  5.0
  Everything was absolutely amazing. We came to celebrate my birthday and I didn’t expect all the special touches and birthday gifts. We had some time to kill before our reservation so we went down to the speakeasy for a few and then up to the rooftop. Each area had different drinks so of course I had to order one from each. I was drinking mocktails btw. Not sure if the alcoholic options were different. My most favorite was the corn silk. It’s seasonal though. We finally made it to our table and I was welcomed with a card signed by everyone and fresh flowers on the table. Since we did wait past our reservation time, we received complementary bread service which was homemade focaccia with marigold butter. Definitely recommend; it was amazing. I also received a birthday gift of veggies - okra and shishito peppers, I believe. I LOVE veggies so this was special to me. But then I also got the most amazing soft serve of corn and peppers with a tomato jam. Aside from it being my birthday and all the special things we got, the food was also amazing. We got the bone marrow tots to share, then I got the campanelle pasta. I forgot what my husband got but everything was just so so so sooooo amazing!! Our server was also amazing too. It’s like everyone we met was just so happy we were there. And it was a genuine happy too. I felt so welcome there and we loved it so much we came back the next night too. I had to try the chanterelle mushroom gelato, but was too full the first night so I got it the second night along with more corn silk. The gelato was amazing btw. I don’t think I’ve ever had chanterelle mushrooms, but now I can wait to eat them. We’re home now but we are already planning our next trip back and would like to stay at the hotel next time. Definitely our new favorite place ever!
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  Minty Pattara

  Aug 14, 2026
  5.0
  I went here for the first time for our anniversary, and it was beyond my expectations. They wrote us a very sweet card and gave us complimentary drinks, which was such a nice touch. We really appreciated their hospitality. Our server was very attentive and gave us lots of recommendations since it was our first time there. We got the lemon pizza, which was VERY good. The bone marrow potato dish was okay. I thought it would be crispy, but it was actually soft, so that might have just been my own wrong expectations. Honestly, the rest of the food was so good that I forgot all about the potato. Because our first experience was so good, I brought my mother back and got to try even more food. Oh man, it was very very good. We got the peach pizza this time, and it was delicious. The fresh peaches brought out so much flavor. We also got the charred cabbage, which was so good. The crispy edges were especially nice and helped cut through the richness of the other dishes. For dessert, I believe we got a peach dessert, and it was so, so good. I would definitely come back to try their new seasonal menus. If you’re looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion or just want to treat yourself, I highly recommend making a reservation and giving this place a try!
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  Jenaea Pikalek

  Aug 12, 2026
  5.0
  My husband and I came into Asheville for his 50th birthday. We have enjoyed some amazing fine dining from our hometown (Chicago), and we were looking forward to Luminosa. They did not disappoint! Jamie, our server, knew the menu well and was able to tell us about each dish that we ordered. I enjoyed hearing about how the pasta is made fresh every morning, or that every part of the vegetable is used and not wasted. Attention to detail at its finest, the plate presentations, the table set up, and even seeing the hostess checking that every glass is clean tells me that they truly care about their guests. And, they even signed a birthday card for my husband. My husband had the Paloma and I had a glass of wine. We started with the Bone Marrow Tater Tots, and we debated about ordering the Apple Brandy Beef Carpaccio. A short while later, Jamie arrived with both dishes - they are his favorites and he wanted us to also enjoy both of them. And we were so happy he brought the carpaccio, because it so delicious and fresh. The flavors worked so well together, and was one of my all time favorite dishes. The tater tots were also amazing, and the vegetable medley mixed with the aioli was perfection. We then ordered the Peach Pizza and it was scrumptious. The beets, peaches, ricotta, and sausage was more flavorful than I could have imagined. We finished with the Campanelle, so many flavors in one bit. We looked at the dessert menu, but there was no way that we could eat one more thing. Jamie thought the opposite and sent us home with the tiramisu (forks and a candle included) because he said we only know Chicago style tiramisu and it would be a crime to not taste real tiramisu. Jamie made our experience so special - I’m sure all of the servers are wonderful, but Jamie is world-class. There were a few other dishes that we would have liked to try, so it looks like we will have to make another trip to Asheville in the near future.
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  Carole Vandenberg

  Aug 10, 2026
  5.0
  Last night, I had a fantastic dinner with some special friends at Luminosa. This place is a gem for friend meetups because the dishes are perfect for sharing bites, and the servers are always ready to join in on the fun. Our server, Jamie, was a delight. He was incredibly kind, knowledgeable about the menu, and even made us laugh out loud several times. Service here is top of class -Smart, funny and sweet on top of efficient and helpful. We had so many dishes that I’m afraid I’ll forget some of them! Let’s start with the bread service. It was definitely not your ordinary bread. Sourdough focaccia with marigold butter was irresistible. Then, we had the tater tots. Don’t skip them! Also, we had roasted eggplant, tomato salad, and beef carpaccio. The carpaccio was particularly tasty and paired well with the tater tots. We also enjoyed our cocktails and wines. The wine list was great, and Jamie recommended some excellent options. For entrees, we had the Gnocchi, Campanelle, trout, lemon pizza, and another pizza. Each dish was delicious. I must say, gnocchi has become an all-time favorite dish for me. It’s crispy on the outside and has a smoky flavor. The buttery sauce is simply irresistible. To finish off the meal, we shared the best tira misu I’ve ever had. We were so full, but I’m so glad we tried it. It was amazing! After dinner, some of us decided to check out the Red Ribbon Society speakeasy in the basement. I had never heard of it before, but I read about it in a Local Palate email that same day. It’s a top bar in the southeast, so we had to see it for ourselves. Two of us had a spritzer with bitters and lime, and one of us had a wine. We parted with hugs and promises to return soon. Overall, it was a lovely night and a perfect place for a special dinner with friends. Get your besties to meet up for a special night soon and try everything your server tells you to try!

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