Cafe Luna

The food here is so good, I recommend trying out this place. It was my first time trying cafe Luna and it sure won’t be my last. Also, the service here is amazing and the atmosphere is great.

Cafe Luna always serves the best brick oven pizza! The vodka pie is delicious. Service was great, the waitress was very attentive. I highly recommend!

Joventino was an amazing server. He was very attentive and gave us amazing recommendations! The food was beyond amazing and to die for! Highly recommend the food and their cocktails as well. Thank you Cafe Luna for an amazing experience.

We went here on a Tuesday night so the restaurant was relatively quiet. Staff was very attentive and pleasant. Food was served quickly nobody had any complaints about their meals and everything was delicious. I personally had the pork chops and peppers very flavorful cooked well and large size portions for all.

I am not one for reviews but I have to share our wonderful experience at cafe Luna. After attending a wake, we arrived at Cafe Luna in Staten Island around 9:30 PM on Tuesday evening, well past typical dinner hours—but were welcomed in with warmth and open arms. From the moment we stepped in, we were treated like family. The staff’s kindness and attentiveness made all the difference during a tough evening. The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. A special shoutout to Alessandro, the owner, who went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. His friendly demeanor and genuine hospitality made a lasting impression. This is more than just a restaurant—it’s a place that truly cares about its guests. Highly recommend Cafe Luna for both the food and the heart behind it.

The hospitality was amazing and so was the food!! Everything there tastes very fresh and definitely expresses the classic dishes from the Italian cuisine.

I've been eating here for the past 15+ years. I've tried almost everything on the menu and have yet to get stuck. The food has always been great, with no issues. The pizza options are excellent, too. The atmosphere is very relaxing. All the employees are well-versed and polite. Every time I eat at Cafe Luna, I leave satisfied. The prices are reasonable for the portions served.

Cafe Luna is truly a hidden gem that left me beyond impressed, with a warm ambiance and service that exceeded all expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was enveloped in an atmosphere that felt both upscale and welcoming, setting the stage for a perfect evening. A special shout-out to Alessandro, the remarkable bartender whose passion for his craft shines through in every drink he makes. He not only crafted an espresso martini that was flawless—perfectly balanced with the rich coffee flavor complemented by a velvety smoothness—but also infused the experience with his friendly, personable nature. Alessandro’s warmth and attentiveness made every interaction feel special. It’s rare to find someone who combines skill with such a genuine, inviting spirit, and it made the evening unforgettable. Cafe Luna’s service standards are exceptional, and Alessandro sets the bar even higher. Every restaurant could benefit from someone with his charm, talent, and dedication to making patrons feel at home. If you’re lucky enough to stop by, make sure to let Alessandro surprise you with one of his creations—it’s an experience that will make you look forward to coming back. Highly recommend this fantastic establishment!

Food and service are always consistently great. This is a good neighborhood spot with a great vibe, Alphonse our server was knowledgeable. We started with some specials, cocktails were good. I had a chicken breast special which was delicious. I highly recommend.

I got the penne Luna, overall I liked the sauce a lot and the shrimp. I did not like the chicken breast stuffed with asparagus. I don't know if it was because we ordered takeout but it was soggy. EDIT: I initially left a two star review, but instead of addressing the feedback with professionalism, the owner chose to insult me over a simple typo (confusing asparagus with artichoke). To question a customer's credibility over a minor error is shocking to me.

My good too place for weeknight dinner after hard day at work for me & the wife. We always enjoy the focaccia provided on table its fantastic. Service always wonderful, great wine list fair prices. The food is classi NY Italian & portions are HUGE. Nick Marino

Food was great. Delicious and large servings reasonably priced. Service was excellent. Very attentive!

Love this place! Food is excellent and plentiful! I had a grilled veal chop that was huge and to top off the night the zabaglione was chock full of fresh strawberries and to die for! I couldn't even finish it, so I took it home!

This place is absolutely DISGUSTING, The food had bugs in it and the manager made me feel bad for sending it back. This place should be shut down. The service sucks and overall a terrible restaurant. Save yourself and do NOT come here. Terrible dirty place.

We haven't been here in a while but glad we returned. The house sangria to start while we waited for another couple were very good and had a few more just because . For appetizers we had zucchini flowers and steamed calamari. The flowers were good just a bit too much breading . But the calamari were tasty with true marinara sauce to dip. Main course I had the seafood risotto. And wife had flounder oreganato. We enjoyed both and had some left over to take home as the servings are a good size. The waiter was great. The only thing about the night was the air conditioning wasn't set very high and we were a bit uncomfortable since it was very humid outside. Other than that we would come back again. Very good Italian food if your in the area.

Food and service was excellent. The branzino I had was perfectly cooked, along with the other two dishes. And the blueberry bread pudding was excellent.

Dellcious fish dinner as well as all other dining choices. Service is exceptional, decor is pretty and the menu is diversified. Great for our family birthdays and great as well for intimate dinner with friends. Great open parking lot, get there early to be sure to get a space.

The pizza was delicious and the vibes were very classy, romantic, and clean. The waitress and manager were very helpful, and friendly. They allowed me to plan an order early Easter morning and went out of their way. I highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to dining here in person

Absolutely amazing service. Food is well presented and tastes really good. Comfortable atmosphere.

Been going to cafe luna for over 30 years Sal & Vinny are the best. The service is amazing and the food was perfect! Panni's are endless.

Surprisingly nice for a strip mall restaurant. White tablecloths are a classy touch. We split some excellent appetizers and a pizza that satisfied us for lunch. Service was great and our server was patient with 4 seniors trying to make decisions. Bottom line, good food and service that won't break the bank.

You can find solid, reliably good Italian food here. We have been to Cafe Luna several times over the years but recently ordered takeout for the first time (rather than dining there.) Everything we ordered was packed up nicely and tasted great. Try the baked calamari. It may not sound exciting compared to the fried version but is covered with breadcrumbs before baking and is very tasty! They are currently doing outdoor dining with tents, indoor dining, and takeout during COVID.

My husband and I came here on a late Sunday night dinner. We order the margarita pizza and two homemade pasta dishes. The pizza was served on a hot stone. The crust was so flavorful and crispy. The pasta dishes were tasty too. Hands down. The best pizza and pasta dishes I have ever had.

The only negative was the price just a little to high I also would not compare to Rao's or il Mulino but I would say: Service was very good Presentation was very good Spacious and not cramped All dishes came out hot and were good. Cesear Salad was good but lacked anchovy taste Portions were large I would rank an 8.5 out of 10.

What a disappointed from service to delivery of food. We started tonight with a drink order that came out close to our food and ran out of water and no refills despite request. I have a dairy allergy and ordered chicken cacciatore special with vegetable side. The waitress appeared a tuned to my allergy, which was appreciated. My son and husband were served meals and I was brought 3 dishes that weren't mine ( fish / chicken parm and a masala). My dish finally arrives : chicken in brown gravy ( not cacciatore) with mushrooms and mash potatoes. They swear it was my order and waitress tells me "I said no dairy"... disappointing I went home with no dinner or feeling that kitchen / staff care of patrons that have an allergy, they serve me dairy ... smh oh can I mention it was my birthday #yeah

You never get a bad meal at Cafe Luna. The pizza by far is the best Staten Island has to offer, served on a clay pot. They even honor BYW if that serves you, no pun intended. Angel D

Nowadays it's so hard to find a good and authentic Italian restaurant. Cafe Luna has exceeded my expectations. I have been to the 2 of their 3 locations and may I say the experience, staff, and food was the best. Last night I went to the Hylan location for my birthday and was lucky to have the owner, Alessandro Nuccio as my server. It was my birthday and just wanted something small, he was so kind and runs the place so well. He also is an exceptional bartender too!! I had the chicken rollatini in a masala sauce, which was one of the specials. The best rollatini I've ever had. Of course at the end of dinner the staff sang to me which was so sweet. They brought out their tiramisu and it was absolutely amazing, definitely my favorite one I've found. Overall, Cafe Luna has amazing service and excellent food. I highly recommend to anyone who wants a nice meal like Nonna would make.

Always, always amazing pizza. The pizza is made in a big oven and comes to your table on a hot stone. Everything here is freshly prepared. The chicken francese is so classic and tender. Fish dishes are great too. Love the specials, but definitely try the pizza!!

The reviews are confusing me. I used to dine here years ago and it was really good. I loved the pizza, the sauce was absolutely incredible and the bread was to die for. I am not sure what changed. The last time we are here not only was the pasta overcooked, the sauce was bitter, the bread seemed to be recycled and our server was very rude to us. We actually had eye rolls and huffs. Not acceptable and we won't be back.

Love this place!!!!! Been going here for some special occasions every so often when we get the chance. The staff always knows the family's and has us a table ready before we even walk in! The waiter we usually have ( if he's there) swings by and asks for our appetizers and already has them written down and confirms if that's what we want! Sometimes we'll change it up, but awesome to be recognized by the staff. Food is amazing and is right up anyones ally when it comes to fancy but not super pricey. The vibe you get from this place reminds me of those old style places from the 90s, just makes me feel at home in a way. Highly recommend.

The deserts and the food is delicious. They are very accommodating and the service is amazing. I definitely suggest the linguine nere or the risotto frutta di mare. I would suggest to tell your server however to go light on the salt. Once again, they are very accomodating people and will definitely Agree to do this for you. They've done it for me before.

Super consistent and delicious Italian food! I frequently order their cold octopus salad, as well as their fish salad. Both are always light and fresh! Their escarole and beans is very good (heavy with garlic, fyi) and their pasta fagioli is delicious! I think the top item here has to be the pizza. Well done crust, full of flavor and perfect size slices! They are on the smaller side so do not expect a regular sized pie. A little pricey for pizza, but the flavor always delivers. You can also order on DoorDash for pickup for delivery!

Very reasonable lunch special on Hylan Blvd! Coworkers ordered eggplant parm which came with a sautéed spinach on the side. I ordered a chicken frances which paired with spinach on the side as well. Portion for the eggplant parm looked huge and it tasted good but my chicken portion was smaller than another image I saw on yelp. It was nice that they had bread to start off.

My sister had my nieces communion here. The staff was very accommodating to children and adults. Food was delicious and they kept everything moving like clock work. I have to say they were quiet amazing. The ambiance is nice and great for a date night.

Still the best Italian on the planet ! You cannot order and have a poor meal here. Rao's , Il Mulino are second rate against the Cafe! Why? Competition, and a dedicated constituency that demands high quality . There is nothing on the menu I would not recommend. Ask prices for the specials , they are excellent yet Rolls Royced Pr

This place is always good. I've been coming here since I was a kid and never have been disappointed. From the pizza to the veal, this place has been a staple of my family. If you're in Staten Island and looking for a great place to eat this is it!

This neighborhood staple is always stellar! You'll love all 3 locations! They're pasta is on point...xoxo

Cafe Luna never disappoints! I've eaten in restaurant many times pre-Covid and did pickup for the first time last weekend. Ordered the linguini and clam sauce, fried calamari, Margherita pizza, and broccoli rabe- all delicious! Highly recommend!

this place is the BEST! Everything here is delicious, especially the penne alla Luna w shrimp. I order that every time and try whatever else from my bfs plate. The service is always great as well!! Love it

Over rated and over priced. Came here with my husband primarily because we were gifted a gift card. We ordered off the specials menu because specials are supposed to be fresh and unique. The presentation of the entrees was better than the flavoring. He ordered pasta with lobster, shrimp and seafood. Complained that there was no flavor. Lobster dishes from Lobster House Joe's tasted better for half the price, according to him. Not even a hint of garlic. I ordered porterhouse steak. It was alright. The most memorable part of our meal was the wine and dessert. The creme brûlée is always on point.

Do not under any circumstance let this strip mall setting affect your decision to give this magnificent gem of Italian goodness deter you from popping in for a magnificent surprise . Eggplant rollatini app for $6. Veal marsala w/ spaghetti for $9. OMG! The eggplant has just the right amount of succulent sauce with small soft chunks of tomato and the lightly breaded eggplant was perfect along with just enough ricotta and mozzarella to keep me wanting more. The veal was pressed thin I thought it was going to dissolve in my mouth the spaghetti was cooked perfectly al dente while the mushrooms did an amazing tongue dance and the sauce was divine. I could hardly wait to recommend this to my yelp friends. The only problem that I see is a need for more home made bread to soak up both the gravy's. Great service and I can't wait to come back.

Love the food.. great service.. friendly, efficient, clean.. pizza cooked on stones w a thin crust.. one of my top 3 fave pizza places ... everything we have ever ordered here has been amazing.. chicken parm huge portion.. great cocktails!

This is my favorite Italian restaurant on Staten Island. There brick oven pizza is absolutely amazing. The rest of there appetizers are out of this world. I definitely recommend ordering calamari, fried zucchini, and the mozzarella en carozza. I've had multiple pasta, chicken, fish and steak dishes, there all delicious and a nice size portion. The food is reasonably priced.

My family goes to Cafe Luna for every family occasion including birthdays, graduations, father's days, etc. and we are never disappointed! I recommend the red sangria and the filet of sole. My boyfriend recommends the linguine in white clam sauce! The outside looks dingy and out of place but it's actually nice inside. The service is always great and prompt.

This has the be the worst customer service I've ever experienced in my life. I have celiac and called ahead to book a party for my mom's birthday. They said they had gluten free options for me. When I got there there was not a single person working in the restaurant that even knew what gluten was and told me I wouldn't be able to eat there. I asked to speak to the chef and he was so rude and actually threw a package of gluten free spaghetti at me and told me he didn't know how to cook it. We were a party of 10 and we all left. I can assure you that no one I know will ever be eating there again. The restaurant was empty and now and can see why.

Beware charge 4% extra for using credit card never even mentioned it . Food was good but this hidden charge not good.

Pizza was great. Which is all I can say. Filet of sole was over cooked. Steak was horrible. Veal parm...no good. Dessert... sorbet was great. I ordered an apple crumble and it tasted as it someone put Parmesan cheese in it!!! Ugh!!! The manager never came over to check on us. Would never ever go here again!!! Should be zero Stars- but yelp won't allow me to post with no stars selected.

The food was great, but this is a shady business. We paid with a credit card and they charged us a surcharge. Isn't this illegal in New York State? Any lawyers out there can confirm? When I asked about it in the front, the guy pulled out a little sign from behind the counter that even my fine 29 year old eyes had trouble reading that said they charge a surcharge for using a credit card. No one mentioned before we sat down nor before they ran the credit card. Read the fine prints before you eat here!

Just had a wonderful dinner, celebrating Father's Day. Food is fantastic snd prices are reasonable. They have a nice bar in the event you want to have a pre-dinner drink. Highly recommend.

We had an early dinner reservation (11 people) here for Christmas Eve. We had not been to Cafe Luna in a while. Glad to be back. Food was plentiful and very good. Clean restaurant and staff attentive. Will definitely be back.

Excellent food, wine, and service. Not terribly expensive. What more can you ask for? For appetizers, we ordered the fried calamari and a portobello mushroom special. The calamari was just ok, I've had much better. The mushroom was delicious with a strong garlic flavor. Entrees were chicken francese and rigatoni vodka. Both were excellent. The chicken had a nice lemony flavor and the rigatoni was perfectly al dente. Even with a bottle of white wine, the meal was still very affordable. I'll be back.

Has even a family favorite for over 16 years...Calamari, baked clams, pizzas and more. All use to be delicious! Chicken Francais is my fav and that still tasted the same, Chicken Parm is great too. The food is not the same as it has been in years past. I now know the Page ave location is far better than the one on Hylan ave. Sorry Hylan but we all were disappointed!

Four of us went. My husband and I shared a mixed salad and also shared the special shrimp scampi over lobster risotto. I enjoyed my food very much however I thought it was a little bit lacking in seasoning (ie salt). Prices are not cheap but portions were substantial. Service was excellent. I'd go again

I love this place and have been here quite a few times since moving to Staten Island. Everything on the menu is good and I always either get penne vodka or pizza because they really do it right. Will continue to support this location as it is more convenient for me and also, I think the service at this one is better than the other location!

Recently went back to Cafe luna on hylan blvd for the opening of indoor dining. Food was delicious as always. Manny and Adam were so accommodating and we felt so comfortable going back to eat indoors. This place never disappoints! A must try for anyone looking for a great meal and friendly atmosphere!

This place is good, but not great. I had started the lobster goat cheese salad special the lobster wasn't fresh and the salad lacked dressing that wasn't good. My friend had the stuffed shrimp appetizer which was good. For dinner I had the stuffed chicken special which was good. My friend had the scallop special which came with enormous scallops I tasted that and thought it was good as well. For dessert the lava cake was decent and cheesecake was very good. The service was excellent no complaints there. I frequently attend the old bridge NJ location and that just cannot compare if anyone lives in staten island that one is worth the drive! This one just doesn't live up to that location. Don't get me wrong food was good, but nothing mind blowing like the old bridge location. They also only had 3 specials on a Saturday so that was disappointing. Generous portions here overall it was good, but nothing mind blowing.

Before anything the service here sucks. Don't know if it's because I eat alone but service is terrible here. On that note the food is great. Everything is cooked well. From the pasta to the meats and pollo. It's all prepared fantastic. The pizza as well is berry delicious.