Just not very good cooking. The buratta was truffle flavored. My bad for ordering probably a mistake but this had that nastyTruffle oil flavor. The gnocchi were awful… No excuse really….
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
David
The food was lame. Not sure why the buratta had been infused with truffles. The gnocchi were truly unpleasant. The branzino ok. All in all this place restaurant was not trying and if they were and this is there best keep away. The last time I go by on line ratings
Robert Wolf
Amazing food and cozy atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Arnold Brownstein
This restaurant is a local fantastic find. Every part of our experience was superb.Unbelievable food and drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ravioli Mezzaluna Alla Crema Tartufata, Fried Calamari Scallops Shrimp Zucchini Combo with Marinara and Tartar Dips, Tiramisu
DavidF
Food and service excellent. Octopus app, watermelon salad and veal cutlet all superb. Elegantly split and plated in the kitchen. We were the last to leave. The staff patiently waited while my friend and I finished our conversation. I'd passed by many times and finally tried it. The only regret is I didn't try it sooner.
Lunara Ryspay
Amazing Italian place.The food was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JonathanV
There are so many Italian restaurants on the upper east side, and it can be difficult to distinguish one from the other. This is one of those great neighborhood, Italians, that delivers the goods over and over in a quiet and unassuming way.
nycadam
I seldom give 5 star reviews, but Luna Rossa deserves one. Food is wonderful; we had a salad, pasta, veal and dessert, everything was delicious. Service was very good. The restaurant is comfortable and quiet enough to be able to have conversation without yelling. My only negative is that, while the food is fairly priced for the quality, drinks are over-priced. But, that won't stop me from returning soon.
mikew
Luna Rossa is the kind of neighborhood restaurant that every neighborhood ought to have. The menu is varied, the food is excellent, the staff is professional and friendly, and the prices are reasonable (not cheap, but fair and good value). It's a comfortable, appealing, convenient place with a relaxed vibe.
GeorgetownFan
We had a wonderful meal at Luna Rosa. The Caesar salad was delicious as was the ravioli special (truffle) and the Tagliatelle Bolognese. The wine list is very reasonably priced. The ambience is cozy and the service was excellent. A great choice for authentic UES Italian dining.
Great classic Italian food. Good friendly service. Space a little tight, but they do the best they can.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Ravioli Mezzaluna Alla Crema Tartufata, Gnocchi Di Patate Alla Crema Tartufata, Veal Marsala, Octopus, Tiramisu Classico
Golden Fleece
Top shelf Italian cooking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ravioli Mezzaluna Alla Crema Tartufata, Cannolo Siciliano, Burrata
Jiminycricket
Our choice of Luna Rossa for New Year Eve's dinner was perfect! We sat in a cosy corner by the tree and enjoyed attentive service and lovely atmosphere. I didn't give 5 stars to the food which I would have because I have eaten there before, because I ordered a special rather pricey pasta dish with lobster and Cavatelli. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious but lobster was tough and chewy and lacked the the succulent sweetness I was anticipating. I think perhaps the chunks of lobster had been simmering in sauce and not steamed separately and added later. Of course I will back, dining at Luna Rossa is always pleasant.
Claudia Floress
Excellent food,never disappointed, great quality ,my favorite place to go and have a perfect
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Polipo Alla Griglia, Spaghetti Alla Carbonara, Gnocchi Di Patate Alla Crema Tartufata, Veal Marsala, Octopus, Tiramisu
wendyr
We ate there for the first time with another couple. It was recommended and what a find. Absolutely delicious food, wonderful service as empty bread basket replaced right away and owner and servers kept checking with us, and nice quiet table in lovely atmosphere. Want to return very soon. Husband keeps raving about his halibut and my bronzino was large portion and melt in your mouth delicious.
Just not very good cooking. The buratta was truffle flavored. My bad for ordering probably a mistake but this had that nastyTruffle oil flavor. The gnocchi were awful… No excuse really….
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
The food was lame. Not sure why the buratta had been infused with truffles. The gnocchi were truly unpleasant. The branzino ok. All in all this place restaurant was not trying and if they were and this is there best keep away. The last time I go by on line ratings
Amazing food and cozy atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
This restaurant is a local fantastic find. Every part of our experience was superb.Unbelievable food and drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ravioli Mezzaluna Alla Crema Tartufata, Fried Calamari Scallops Shrimp Zucchini Combo with Marinara and Tartar Dips, Tiramisu
Food and service excellent. Octopus app, watermelon salad and veal cutlet all superb. Elegantly split and plated in the kitchen. We were the last to leave. The staff patiently waited while my friend and I finished our conversation. I'd passed by many times and finally tried it. The only regret is I didn't try it sooner.
Amazing Italian place.The food was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
There are so many Italian restaurants on the upper east side, and it can be difficult to distinguish one from the other. This is one of those great neighborhood, Italians, that delivers the goods over and over in a quiet and unassuming way.
I seldom give 5 star reviews, but Luna Rossa deserves one. Food is wonderful; we had a salad, pasta, veal and dessert, everything was delicious. Service was very good. The restaurant is comfortable and quiet enough to be able to have conversation without yelling. My only negative is that, while the food is fairly priced for the quality, drinks are over-priced. But, that won't stop me from returning soon.
Luna Rossa is the kind of neighborhood restaurant that every neighborhood ought to have. The menu is varied, the food is excellent, the staff is professional and friendly, and the prices are reasonable (not cheap, but fair and good value). It's a comfortable, appealing, convenient place with a relaxed vibe.
We had a wonderful meal at Luna Rosa. The Caesar salad was delicious as was the ravioli special (truffle) and the Tagliatelle Bolognese. The wine list is very reasonably priced. The ambience is cozy and the service was excellent. A great choice for authentic UES Italian dining.
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Great classic Italian food. Good friendly service. Space a little tight, but they do the best they can.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Ravioli Mezzaluna Alla Crema Tartufata, Gnocchi Di Patate Alla Crema Tartufata, Veal Marsala, Octopus, Tiramisu Classico
Top shelf Italian cooking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ravioli Mezzaluna Alla Crema Tartufata, Cannolo Siciliano, Burrata
Our choice of Luna Rossa for New Year Eve's dinner was perfect! We sat in a cosy corner by the tree and enjoyed attentive service and lovely atmosphere. I didn't give 5 stars to the food which I would have because I have eaten there before, because I ordered a special rather pricey pasta dish with lobster and Cavatelli. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious but lobster was tough and chewy and lacked the the succulent sweetness I was anticipating. I think perhaps the chunks of lobster had been simmering in sauce and not steamed separately and added later. Of course I will back, dining at Luna Rossa is always pleasant.
Excellent food,never disappointed, great quality ,my favorite place to go and have a perfect
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Polipo Alla Griglia, Spaghetti Alla Carbonara, Gnocchi Di Patate Alla Crema Tartufata, Veal Marsala, Octopus, Tiramisu
We ate there for the first time with another couple. It was recommended and what a find. Absolutely delicious food, wonderful service as empty bread basket replaced right away and owner and servers kept checking with us, and nice quiet table in lovely atmosphere. Want to return very soon. Husband keeps raving about his halibut and my bronzino was large portion and melt in your mouth delicious.