Lusco's, Greenwood Travel Guide

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Experience a taste of history at Lusco's, Greenwood's iconic restaurant serving Italian-Creole cuisine in a unique, private setting.

Lusco's is a historic, family-owned restaurant in Greenwood, MS, known for its unique Italian-Creole cuisine and private dining booths, offering a glimpse into the past. It has been a cornerstone of the community for a century.

A brief summary to Lusco's

722 Carrollton Ave, Greenwood, Mississippi, 38930, US
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Friday 5:30 pm-10 pm
Saturday 5:30 pm-10 pm

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Experience the unique private dining booths for an intimate and historic setting.
Try the broiled shrimp in butter sauce, a long-time favorite.
Don't miss the seasonal broiled pompano, a Lusco's specialty.

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Getting There

Walking

Lusco's is located at 722 Carrollton Ave in Greenwood. If you are in the downtown area, walking is a straightforward option. From the Greenwood Convention & Visitors Bureau on Main Street, head west on Main Street toward Howard Street, then turn left onto Carrollton Avenue. Lusco's will be on your right in a few blocks. There are sidewalks available.
Public Transport

While Greenwood has limited public transportation, the closest bus stops are along Main Street. From a bus stop on Main Street, walk south on Carrollton Avenue to find Lusco's on the right. Check local schedules for the most accurate times.
Taxi/Ride-Share

Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are available in Greenwood. A short ride from the Greenwood-Leflore Airport to Lusco's is approximately 6 miles and costs around $15-$40. Expect to pay a base fare, plus a per-mile charge. Taxi services include Ellis Taxi Services.

Discover more about Lusco's

Lusco's, located on Carrollton Avenue in Greenwood, Mississippi, is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary landmark with a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. Italian immigrants Charles and Marie Lusco started a grocery store in 1921, which evolved into a restaurant known for blending Italian cuisine with Creole techniques.The restaurant's current location opened in 1933 and has maintained much of its original atmosphere. One of its most distinctive features is the private dining booths, enclosed by curtains, reminiscent of the Prohibition era when the restaurant was a popular gathering place for locals enjoying Papa Lusco's homebrew. These booths provided privacy and a sense of exclusivity, which continues to this day.Lusco's is renowned for its unique Italian-Creole cuisine, featuring dishes perfected by Mama Lusco and her daughters. The menu includes Mama's famous spaghetti, broiled shrimp in butter sauce, tender steaks, exceptional salads, and seasonal broiled pompano. The restaurant has been a place for family celebrations and milestones for many. Though it closed in 2021, Lusco's legacy continues.