Our proud family has been operating Luciano's Italian Restaurant since 1987. The heart and soul of this fabulous and delicious restaurant are Luciano and his wife Rosa. Their children are instrumental in the daily operations of the business and on occasion you might see one of the growing grandchildren stepping in to help out. Salvatore handles all the secret sauces and desserts while Lori and Sabrina manage bookings and special events. You are sure to see one of us during your visit. We take great pride in our food and service and want to thank all our loyal customers for their continued patronage.
LUCIANO’S HISTORY
Luciano's Italian Restaurant opened the first location between 22 and 23 mile on Van Dyke in Shelby township. During the first year of business we actually served breakfast. Many of our long time customers began dining at our first location, and dine regularly with us still today. After two years of business, we were blessed with the waiting lines outside the doors, so in 1990 we closed our location on Van Dyke and opened our larger and current location at 17 mile on Garfield.
OUR FAMILY
Servicing in World War II for Sicily, "Salvatore" Luciano's father wanted a change. He wanted better opportunities and a better life for their family. So in 1963 Luciano's Parents "Salvatore & Rosa, Luciano, his brother, and two sisters, boarded a boat on their way to a new life in America. The reason the Gianino family moved to Michigan was because Luciano's uncle "Orazio" was currently working and living in Michigan. He was the only relative that resided in America.
Luciano Gianino
September 23, 1946 - March 14, 2023
GIANINO, Luciano. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 14, 2023 at age 76. Beloved husband of Rosa (nee: Caramagno) for 51 cherished years. Loving father of Lory Klinger (Ron), Sabrina Zerilli (Leo), and Salvatore Gianino (Raquel). Proud and loving Nonno of Louie, Thomas, Rosalia, Sophia, Giavanna, and Luciano. Dear son of the late Salvatore and Rosa Gianino and brother of Giuseppe Gianino (the late Santina), Rosanna Corallo (the late Vincenzo), and Maria Messina. Luciano was born in Augusta, Sicily in 1946 and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1962. He joined the U.S. Navy and was lucky to be stationed back in his hometown of Augusta, Sicily where he then met Rosa Caramagno, his true love. They were married on December 18, 1971 and moved to the United States shortly after and started their family. In 1987, he opened up Luciano's Italian Restaurant in Clinton Township. Luciano was a gracious and kind man who loved people and treated everyone in his restaurant with respect, like they were his own family. He was a devoted to his family and was respected by his community and colleagues.
TESTIMONIALS
“What a beautiful place! It was like i was in Italy what beautiful decor! What awesome staff! And delicious food!”
— Kimberly H., Google Reviews
“The best Italian food! Our family loves coming here for special occasions. The place is ran very well and efficiently, with the whole team pitching in to give excellent service. Never had a dish that wasn't the best prepared and most delicious. Cannot rave enough, treat yourself!!”
— Eve, Google Reviews
“This is hands down one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten at. Everything on the menu is exquisitely prepared. The service is outstanding, all this at a very affordable price.”