Discover Luce's Exquisite Menu in San Francisco's Yerba Buena District.
Nestled within the sophisticated ambiance of the Intercontinental Hotel, Luce offers an exceptional dining experience that masterfully blends contemporary Mediterranean European cuisine with seasonal, thoughtfully crafted tasting menus. Each dish is a creative journey designed to delight your palate with unexpected and refined flavor combinations.
Starters
Begin your culinary adventure with the luxurious Golden Ossetra Caviar served atop a delicate sunchoke tartelette. This starter is further elevated by silky smoked sturgeon mousse and a perfectly confit egg yolk. Finished with toasted sunflower and pumpkin seeds, fresh dill, and vibrant sunflower petals, this dish offers a harmonious balance of textures and tastes that set a high standard for the courses to follow.
Mains
While the detailed main courses are curated seasonally, expect innovative dishes that showcase local ingredients with a global twist. Signature offerings like the celebrated hanging garden plate evoke visual artistry and fresh garden flavors paired with refined sauces that highlight the chef's skill in balancing complexity and elegance.
Desserts
The dessert selection at Luce is both imaginative and balanced, designed to provide a memorable finish to your meal. Highlights include the unique trout tiramisu—a surprising twist on a classic favorite—and a perfectly executed yuzu dessert that delivers a refreshing citrus zing, complemented subtly by coconut elements to intrigue your taste buds.
Drinks
Complement your dining experience with Luce's artisanal cocktails and a curated global wine list. From robust classics like a strong old fashioned to delicate wine pairings expertly suggested by knowledgeable servers, the drink menu is carefully designed to enhance the flavors of each dish and satisfy a range of tastes.
Specials and Seasonal Tasting Menus
Luce shines with its seasonal tasting menus, which highlight a rotating selection of innovative dishes that celebrate the best of each season's produce. Each course is a surprise, designed with creativity and precision—from unexpected pairings like oyster with non-sweet chocolate shells to charming presentations featuring little edible pumpkins that are as delightful to the eye as they are to the palate.
- Exceptional starters: Golden Ossetra Caviar with sunchoke tartelette and smoked sturgeon mousse.
- Creative mains: Seasonally inspired dishes like the hanging garden plate with refined sauces.
- Unique desserts: Trout tiramisu and refreshing yuzu treats with coconut accents.
- Artisanal drinks: Expertly crafted cocktails and a global wine selection to pair perfectly with your meal.
