Lugano Ristorante

Lugano Ristorante is a locally owned Italian dining room in Cary, where chef-owner Tom Havrish and his team focus on quality, consistency, and atmosphere. Guests reserve tables through Resy for lunch and dinner, settling into a polished yet relaxed setting where staff shepherds them from the first pour to the last bite.

The kitchen leans into scratch-made comforts—from lobster corn chowder and ziti al forno to chicken parmesan plated with spaghetti tossed in tomato cream. Wood-fired pizzas, including a gluten-free Piccante loaded with spicy chicken and Montchevre goat cheese, speak to the restaurant’s versatility, while salads, panini, and housemade desserts keep regulars rotating through the menu.

Beyond the dining room, Lugano offers online ordering for takeout, event catering support, and a loyalty rewards program, making it easy to bring their cooking home or to special occasions. Cary Magazine readers continue to notice: Lugano captured the 2025 Maggy Award for Best Italian Restaurant, reinforcing its reputation as a go-to for celebratory meals in Western Wake.