LUCA’s by Paulo Airaudo is a one Michelin Star fine dining restaurant located within Hotel La Gemma in the heart of Florence. With seating for just 18 guests, the restaurant offers a contemporary interpretation of Florentine and Tuscan cuisine, guided by seasonality, exceptional ingredients, and a refined Italian sensibility.
The cuisine is rooted in the culinary traditions of Tuscany while embracing a contemporary approach shaped by precision, balance, and respect for product. Seasonal ingredients take centre stage, allowing the menu to evolve throughout the year and reflect the character of the region through a modern perspective. LUCA’s is brought to life by a talented team that shares Paulo Airaudo’s commitment to craftsmanship, hospitality, and attention to detail. Together, they create an experience that combines technical excellence with a genuine sense of place. Set on the first floor of Hotel La Gemma, the restaurant provides an intimate and elegant setting in the historic centre of Florence. Designed around a philosophy of understated luxury, the space reflects the timeless character of the city while offering a contemporary dining experience. Since opening, LUCA’s has established itself as one of Florence’s most notable dining destinations. Awarded its first Michelin Star shortly after opening, the restaurant continues to celebrate the culinary heritage of Florence and Tuscany through a distinctly contemporary lens.
Chef & Founder
Paulo Airaudo
Chef
Vittorio De Palma
Gallery
Recognition
“La cucina proposta si fa essenziale ma ricca di sfumature, dove ingredienti di qualità incontrano creatività.”
“La sua è una ricerca di nitidezza e leggibilità nel piatto, partendo dal prodotto, ciò che si potrebbe definire una pragmaticità del buono.”
