Echo readers share their wonderful memories of Sunderland restaurant Luciano Ristorante ahead of its closure
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The ‘much-loved’ restaurant on High Street West in Sunderland will close on Saturday, April 2 after operating from the same building for 30 years.
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Hide AdThe business is due to vacate the premises on Monday, April 4 ahead of the demolition of the building in preparation for the city’s new Culture House.
Our Facebook post announcing the closure of the city centre favourite provoked a large response as many customers shared their memories and best wishes for the business.
Take a look at some of the comments below, as shared on the Sunderland Echo Facebook page.
Julie Coombes: “So sad to read this. Had many good night at Luciano's and always the place to go before a theatre trip.”
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Hide AdGavin Green: “Gutted about this. Have dined here for over 20 years.”
Christine Riley: “The first Italian restaurant I went to and got my love of Italian food. Must be at least 30 years ago. I had a Calzone pizza and it was great.”
Michael Lemon: “I proposed to my wife in your place 27 years ago. Would have loved to booked a table before it closes.”
Joyce Hope: “When we moved from Sunderland 4 years ago, we had a farewell meal at Luciano’s. We were trying to get a table booked to return. But now closing down. So, so sorry to see it go. Best Italian restaurant in the NE.”
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Hide AdMonica Harvey: “I loved going there, I have a lovely photo of my two friends that served me every time always helping and looking after me. I am so upset about this favourite restaurant, so sad.”
Emma Grant: “I had my 21 in this 21 years ago, it’s always been great.”
Claire Robson: “So sad such a lovely restaurant, always lovely food and a great atmosphere.”
Lisa Ventura: “End of an era ...best restaurant in Sunderland.”