Lucali
The candlelit Carroll Gardens pizzeria where Mark Iacono hand-rolls pies with a wine bottle, famous for brutal waits.
Example
You put your name down before the doors open, leave for hours, come back for a callback, and eat a thin pie rolled by hand with a wine bottle.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I actually get a table at Lucali?
Show up before opening to put your name in, then expect a callback hours later. Solo diners and early weeknights fare best.
Is Lucali worth the wait versus other Brooklyn pizza?
The pie is excellent but the premium is atmosphere. If waits offend you, L'industrie or Di Fara deliver comparable pizza faster.
Is Lucali worth it if I only have a few days?
Probably not. The wait eats an evening. L'industrie or Di Fara deliver comparable pizza in a fraction of the time on a short trip.
