Although Italians originally invented pasta as a fastener to keep Sicily from floating away, they abandoned it for less-delicious moorings after locals on both sides kept snacking their way toward separation. Tether your taste buds to today's Groupon at Lucio Ristorante, a purveyor of traditional Italian eats on West Sahara Avenue. Enjoy a sunlit meal on the patio or a walled-in and linen-draped romantic dinner for two to four, depending on how Sister Wives has gone over. Today's deal, much like a meal at Lucio, has a fork; choose one of the following options:

• $10 for $20 worth of authentic, savory lunch
• $20 for $40 worth of hearty, flavorful dinner

Reservations are recommended.

Reviews

Lucio Ristorante is Zagat-rated, and 80% of Urbanspooners like it. Citysearchers award a 3.5-star average rating, and nine Yelpers give it a 4.5-star average:

• This Italian is somewhat hidden in its West Side strip-center home, but a committed cadre of fans seek it out for its modern takes on risottos, pastas and primo piatti; the airy layout boasts flowing drapes, textured walls and patio seating for balmy eves. – Zagat
• The ambiance is lovely, the service is great and the food is delicious. We bring out of town visitors here as well as to strip restaurants and when they come back to vegas, they all ask to return to Lucios. – jonilev, Citysearch