Lucio's Italian Restaurant in Franklin, NC

If you are in the Franklin, North Carolina area for the nature stuff like hiking, camping, rafting and visiting all the gem mines, you might want to clean up a bit and visit this little dining gem during your stay. Lucio's Italian Restaurant in Franklin, NC is superb, casual little place that offers some of the best authentic Italian dishes this side of Italy.

The atmosphere is casually elegant, quiet and perfect for a date night. The mood is set with the dim lighting and the flickering candles on each table casting a golden glow. The Italian meals served begin with a delicious tossed salad with your choice of homemade dressings. The pasta dishes are served up with flair and are perfectly prepared with soft, yet not mushy pasta, perfect for your choice of toppings whether it is fettuccine Alfredo, linguine with clam sauce or the stuffed raviolis.

The wine selection at Lucio's Italian Restaurant is impressive and they will help you find a selection that will accompany your meal perfectly. There is a slight drawback however ... they give you so much food that you just might not be able to fit in one of their sinfully delicious desserts like the cannoli. Therefore, you might want to ask for a to-go box for part of your meal so that you can experience the nirvana that is dessert.

The chef has incredible attention to detail and the wait staff is solicitous without hovering. All in all, Lucio's Italian Restaurant in Franklin, NC is an excellent place to dine.