After attending the Met Gala, Jimmy Fallon decided to skip the fancy after-parties and opt for something more low-key. Instead of rubbing elbows with other celebrities at exclusive events, Fallon met up with his showbiz colleagues in Brooklyn at a renowned pizza place called Lucali.
At Lucali, Jimmy Fallon reunited with his show’s bandleader, Questlove, and successor to his “Weekend Update” desk spot, Michael Che. The trio, along with the restaurant’s owner Mark Iacono, spent the evening making pizzas and catching up.
Lucali, located in Carroll Gardens, is no stranger to celebrity clientele. A favorite among stars like Jay-Z, Beyoncé, and Drake, the gourmet pie place has even garnered mentions in music, including a shoutout from Kendrick Lamar in a recent diss track about the Canadian rapper.
Prior to heading to Lucali, Jimmy Fallon was seen at the Met Gala in black-tie attire alongside comedian Jerry Seinfeld. The two joked about celebrity interactions and shared their nerves about meeting rock legend Paul McCartney, who coincidentally is also a fan of Lucali.
Kendrick Lamar’s lyrical mention of Lucali in a diss track aimed at Drake further solidifies the pizzeria’s reputation as a hotspot for the rich and famous. The Los Angeles rapper reportedly even owns a multi-million dollar penthouse nearby in Brooklyn Heights.
Jimmy Fallon’s decision to swap out glitzy after-parties for a casual pizza-making session at Lucali showcases the appeal of good food and good company, even for celebrities. The restaurant’s celebrity following and mentions in popular culture only add to its allure as a must-visit spot in Brooklyn.