Third Space Smithfield in Dublin

22/06/2025: Exceptional Italian food with incredibly warm and courteous staff. We had the Big Lucio ("Eat like an Italian") which gave us a taste of dishes across the menu, including the centrepiece dish of "Suckling Pig Shoulder Al Forno", which was perfectly tender and flavoursome with a delicious crispy crackling skin. Each part of our meal, from starter to drinks, were tended to by a whole team of professional staff, with the wonderful front of house Paulo ensuring we were being looked after at all times. We will certainly be coming back to Osteria Lucio, and we will be bringing friends and family for sure.

16/06/2025: Delicious pre-theatre meal for two here over the weekend. After an initial fumble where we were directed to a tiny table wedged into a corner almost under the bar, very close to an occupied table of 6 in a half empty restaurant, the service thereafter was excellent. I asked for another table "with a bit more space" and was guided towards one after a slight delay. The quality of food is unquestionable. The arancini were very good and the Ragu was one of the best slow cooked meals my dining partner had ever tasted. The ravioli was also perfectly made, perfectly cooked and delicious. A side of delicious sourdough was the perfect scoop for the pasta sauce. Excellent Italian food served in a comfortable environment (even when the place got very busy) by experienced, attentive and efficient staff - what's not to love? We'll definitely be back.