Caffe Luna

4.8 (2592)

$30 and under

Italian

136 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

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2 people

May 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Situated in a beautiful historic building in downtown Raleigh, Caffé Luna has been bringing authentic Italian cuisine with a Tuscan flair to the Triangle for over two decades.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 832-6090
Website
http://www.cafeluna.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Max Gaskins
Catering
Caffé Luna’s professional catering is also available off-site. Some popular locations include: Marbles Museum, Museum of History, Tucker House, Art Space, Market Hall, Stockroom, Raleigh City Museum and Haywood Hall.
Private party facilities
The Palm, Tuscan, and VIP Rooms have made Caffé Luna a top venue for any event in the Triangle. Caffé Luna is the perfect location, whether you require a special setting to celebrate a product launch, a festive atmosphere for a holiday party, or a closed-door session for brainstorming.

Location
136 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Neighborhood
Raleigh
Cross street
Blount Street
Parking details
Parking is available on the street, city-owned parking decks, and privately owned surface lots.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Prosecco, "Jeio" Bisol (Veneto)$7.95
Pinot Grigio, Confini (Lombardia)$6.95
Sauvignon Blanc, Bidoli (Friuli)$7.95
Chardonnay, Rodney Strong (Sonoma)$7.95
Chianti, "Remole" Frescobaldi (Toscana)$6.95
Sangiovese / Merlot / Cab, "Vitiano" Falesco (Umbria)$7.95
Montepulciano, ""Rosso Conero", Villa Malacari (Marche)$8.95
Pinot Noir, Block Nine "Caiden's Vineyards" (California)$7.95
Cabernet Sauvignon, Concannon (Paso Robles)$7.95

Spumante (Sparkling Wine)

Moscato d'Asti, "Lunatico" Cascina San Lorenzo (Piemonte)$24.00
Prosecco, Ca Del Doge (Veneto)$27.00
Prosecco Superiore, Bele Casel (Veneto)$30.00
Prosecco Rose NV, Lamberti (Veneto)$30.00

Vini Bianci (White Wine) - Light Bodied

Pinot Grigio, Confini (Lombardia)$24.00
Barbera (Rosato), "Lavignone" Pico Maccario (Piemonte)$26.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Bidoli (Friuli)$27.00
Pinot Grigio, Cantina di Castelnuovo (Veneto)$27.00
Falanghina, Di Majo Norante (Molise)$28.00
Pinot Grigio, Attems (Friuli)$32.00
Gavi, Giordano Lombardo (Piemonte)$35.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Marchesi di Gresy (Piemonte)$38.00

Vini Bianci (White Wine) - Medium to Full Bodied

Soave Classico, Inama (Veneto)$25.00
Pinot Bianco, Terra Alpina (Alto Adige)$25.00
Trebbiano, Lugana di San Benedetto, Zenato (Veneto)$28.00
Chardonnay, "Equi" I Lauri (Abruzzo)$29.00
Verdicchio, Collestefano (Marche)$32.00
Arneis, "Montebertotto" Castello di Neive (Piemonte)$36.00

Stati Uniti E Oltre (Other White Wine)

Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle (Columbia Valley)$24.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford (Marlborough)$28.00
Chardonnay, Rodney Strong (Sonoma)$28.00
Chardonnay, "Les Charmes" Macon-Lugny (Bourgogne)$32.00
Chardonnay, Chalk Hill (Russian River Valley)$38.00

Birre (Beer)

Peroni, Roma, Italia$4.50
Menabrea Bionda, Biella, Italia$5.50
Fullsteam Humidity Hazy IPA, Durham, NC$4.50
Foothills Hoppyum IPA, Winston-Salem, NC$4.50
Appalachian Mtn Boone Creek Blonde, Boone, NC$4.50
Durty Bull Lager, Durham, NC$4.50
Carolina Brewing Co. Pale Ale, Holly Springs, NC$4.50
Olde Hickory Stout, Hickory, NC$4.50
Highland Gaelic Ale, Asheville, NC$4.50
Trophy Wife Session IPA, Raleigh, NC$4.50
NoDa Hop Drop and Roll IPA, Charlotte, NC $4.50
Resident Culture Italian Pilsner, Charlotte, NC$6.50
Crank Arm Peach Wheat Ale (16oz.), Raleigh, NC$6.50
Brewery Bhavana Till Farmhouse Ale (16oz.), Raleigh, NC$6.50
Red Clay The South End Cider (16oz) Charlotte, NC$6.50

Vini Rossi (Red Wine) - Light to Medium Bodied

Chianti, "Remole" Frescobaldi (Toscana)$24.00
Nero d'Avola, Villa Pozzi (Sicilia)$25.00
Barbera / Croatina, Gutturnio Riserva, "Tesor" Bonelli (Emilia-Romagna)$27.00
Sangiovese, Podere Il Palzzino (Toscana)$27.00
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Marramiero (Abruzzi)$28.00
Monferrato, Tenuta La Pergola (Piemonte)$28.00
Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Antico Feudo" Ricasoli (Toscana)$28.00
Nebbiolo / Dolcetto, "Langhe Rosso" G.D. Vajra (Piemonte)$29.00
Pinot Nero, Isola Augusta (Friuli)$30.00
Chianti Rufina, Selvapiana (Toscana)$33.00
Dolcetto d'Alba, "Monte Aribaldo", Marchesi di Gresy (Piemonte)$36.00
Merlot, "Sodale" Famiglia Cotarella (Toscana)$38.00

Vini Rossi (Red Wine) - Medium to Full Bodied

Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Gertrude" La Maialina (Toscana)$26.00
Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc, "Lagone" Aia Vecchia (Toscana)$28.00
Sangiovese / Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon, "Vitiano" Falesco (Umbria)$28.00
Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Cantaloro" Avignonesi (Toscana)$28.00
Corvina / Rondinella, Gran Passione (Veneto)$28.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Di Majo Norante (Molise)$29.00
Valpolicella Ripasso, Corte Majoli (Veneto)$29.00
Primitivo, Produttori di Manduria (Puglia)$29.00
Montepulciano, Rosso Conero, Villa Malacari (Marche)$32.00
Montepulciano / Aglianico, "Ramitello" Di Majo Norante (Molise)$32.00
Syrah / Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon, "Mediterra" Poggio al Tesoro (Bolgheri)$36.00
Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot / Syrah, Villa Antinori (Toscana)$36.00
Rossi di Montalcino, Fanti (Toscana)$38.00
Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Pappolo" Podere Sapaio (Bolgheri) $38.00
Sangiovese di Romagna Riserva, Celli (Emilia-Romagna)$38.00
Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon, Bron & Ruseval (Emilia-Romagna)$40.00
Chianti Classico, "Berardenga" Felsina (Toscana)$40.00
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Poliziano (Toscana)$45.00
Sangiovese / Cabernet Franc "Pietranera" Piaggia (Toscana)$42.00
Valpolicella Ripasso, "Ripassa" Zenato$48.00

Stati Uniti E Oltre - Other Red Wine

Pinot Noir, Block Nine "Caiden's Vineyards" (California)$28.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Concannon (Paso Robles)$28.00
Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc / Malbec, "Les Cailloux" (Bordeaux)$32.00
Malbec, "Amalaya" Colome (Argentina)$32.00
Grenache / Syrah / Mouvedre, "Les Cassagnes," La Nerthe (Rhone)$34.00
Pinot Noir, "Lyric" Etude (Santa Barbara)$34.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Giapoza (Sonoma / Lodi)$36.00
Zinfandel / Petite Sirah / Carignane, "Three Valleys" Ridge (Sonoma)$45.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Oberon (Napa)$45.00

What 2,592 people are saying

Caffe Luna reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Best Value
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Italian
Raleigh
Best Value
Raleigh
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caffe Luna offers a delightful dining experience in Raleigh with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." The menu boasts creative dishes like pasta with four cheeses and pear, while prices remain "very reasonable." Guests appreciate the "genuine and warm" service, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

2,592 Reviews

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Timothy
Raleigh1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The experience was good. The food was good, just maybe a little too much sauce. The noise level was a bit high. The service was good.
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bert VIP
Chicago19 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our party of 5 enjoyed our experience!!! We were seated promptly at the time of our reservation. The wait staff was attentive while giving us space. The food “hit the spot”. Favorites were gnoochi and chicken parmigiana. Outstanding value as without drinks we spent about $25 per dinner with tip and tax. Worth a try!!!
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Lisa
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely delicious. Had the pasta with four cheeses and pear in a cream sauce. Very different. It was amazing. Prices are very reasonable. Second time here. If I lived closer I would be here a lot more often !
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Larry VIP
Raleigh46 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner before a symphony concert, and the food was outstanding as was the service. Talked to two other couples at the concert who had been to the same restaurant and they had the same experience. This is one of Raleigh‘s best for all age groups.
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Anne
Raleigh4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had dinner at Caffe Luna for our wedding anniversary. The food is always delicious! And the service is always outstanding.
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Lisa F.
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time coming to Cafe Luna after living here for decades. Why did I wait?! The food was amazing and the service was genuine and warm. I was so surprised by how reasonable their prices were with an incredible amount of choices. This will become one of our short list places to return to.
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jen VIP
Raleigh2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
No liquor and no ice buckets for wine. Waitress was not knowledgeable about just about anything. Luckily, food remains delicious and prices are perfect
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Pat
Raleigh12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love to eat at this restaurant when we are in the Raleigh area. Our service was wonderful and our food was delicious. We highly recommend making reservations and eating at Caffe Luna.
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HeaTher
Raleigh1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved everything. Service was great and had fun atmosphere
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Brian VIP
Denver23 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was very good, but the real key is it’s a great deal for the price. About the only bad thing was the group preaching with a megaphone on the adjacent street.
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FAQs

Caffe Luna is rated 4.8 stars by 2592 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

136 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

Cross street
Blount Street
Neighborhood
Raleigh
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available on the street, city-owned parking decks, and privately owned surface lots.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Max Gaskins
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafeluna.com/
Phone number
(919) 832-6090
Catering
Caffé Luna’s professional catering is also available off-site. Some popular locations include: Marbles Museum, Museum of History, Tucker House, Art Space, Market Hall, Stockroom, Raleigh City Museum and Haywood Hall.
Private party facilities
The Palm, Tuscan, and VIP Rooms have made Caffé Luna a top venue for any event in the Triangle. Caffé Luna is the perfect location, whether you require a special setting to celebrate a product launch, a festive atmosphere for a holiday party, or a closed-door session for brainstorming.

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Caffe Luna

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

90 Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Wine By the Glass

Prosecco, "Jeio" Bisol (Veneto)$7.95

Pinot Grigio, Confini (Lombardia)$6.95

Sauvignon Blanc, Bidoli (Friuli)$7.95

Chardonnay, Rodney Strong (Sonoma)$7.95

Chianti, "Remole" Frescobaldi (Toscana)$6.95

Sangiovese / Merlot / Cab, "Vitiano" Falesco (Umbria)$7.95

Montepulciano, ""Rosso Conero", Villa Malacari (Marche)$8.95

Pinot Noir, Block Nine "Caiden's Vineyards" (California)$7.95

Cabernet Sauvignon, Concannon (Paso Robles)$7.95

Spumante (Sparkling Wine)

Moscato d'Asti, "Lunatico" Cascina San Lorenzo (Piemonte)$24.00

Prosecco, Ca Del Doge (Veneto)$27.00

Prosecco Superiore, Bele Casel (Veneto)$30.00

Prosecco Rose NV, Lamberti (Veneto)$30.00

Vini Bianci (White Wine) - Light Bodied

Pinot Grigio, Confini (Lombardia)$24.00

Barbera (Rosato), "Lavignone" Pico Maccario (Piemonte)$26.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Bidoli (Friuli)$27.00

Pinot Grigio, Cantina di Castelnuovo (Veneto)$27.00

Falanghina, Di Majo Norante (Molise)$28.00

Pinot Grigio, Attems (Friuli)$32.00

Gavi, Giordano Lombardo (Piemonte)$35.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Marchesi di Gresy (Piemonte)$38.00

Vini Bianci (White Wine) - Medium to Full Bodied

Soave Classico, Inama (Veneto)$25.00

Pinot Bianco, Terra Alpina (Alto Adige)$25.00

Trebbiano, Lugana di San Benedetto, Zenato (Veneto)$28.00

Chardonnay, "Equi" I Lauri (Abruzzo)$29.00

Verdicchio, Collestefano (Marche)$32.00

Arneis, "Montebertotto" Castello di Neive (Piemonte)$36.00

Stati Uniti E Oltre (Other White Wine)

Riesling, Chateau Ste. Michelle (Columbia Valley)$24.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford (Marlborough)$28.00

Chardonnay, Rodney Strong (Sonoma)$28.00

Chardonnay, "Les Charmes" Macon-Lugny (Bourgogne)$32.00

Chardonnay, Chalk Hill (Russian River Valley)$38.00

Birre (Beer)

Peroni, Roma, Italia$4.50

Menabrea Bionda, Biella, Italia$5.50

Fullsteam Humidity Hazy IPA, Durham, NC$4.50

Foothills Hoppyum IPA, Winston-Salem, NC$4.50

Appalachian Mtn Boone Creek Blonde, Boone, NC$4.50

Durty Bull Lager, Durham, NC$4.50

Carolina Brewing Co. Pale Ale, Holly Springs, NC$4.50

Olde Hickory Stout, Hickory, NC$4.50

Highland Gaelic Ale, Asheville, NC$4.50

Trophy Wife Session IPA, Raleigh, NC$4.50

NoDa Hop Drop and Roll IPA, Charlotte, NC $4.50

Resident Culture Italian Pilsner, Charlotte, NC$6.50

Crank Arm Peach Wheat Ale (16oz.), Raleigh, NC$6.50

Brewery Bhavana Till Farmhouse Ale (16oz.), Raleigh, NC$6.50

Red Clay The South End Cider (16oz) Charlotte, NC$6.50

Vini Rossi (Red Wine) - Light to Medium Bodied

Chianti, "Remole" Frescobaldi (Toscana)$24.00

Nero d'Avola, Villa Pozzi (Sicilia)$25.00

Barbera / Croatina, Gutturnio Riserva, "Tesor" Bonelli (Emilia-Romagna)$27.00

Sangiovese, Podere Il Palzzino (Toscana)$27.00

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Marramiero (Abruzzi)$28.00

Monferrato, Tenuta La Pergola (Piemonte)$28.00

Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Antico Feudo" Ricasoli (Toscana)$28.00

Nebbiolo / Dolcetto, "Langhe Rosso" G.D. Vajra (Piemonte)$29.00

Pinot Nero, Isola Augusta (Friuli)$30.00

Chianti Rufina, Selvapiana (Toscana)$33.00

Dolcetto d'Alba, "Monte Aribaldo", Marchesi di Gresy (Piemonte)$36.00

Merlot, "Sodale" Famiglia Cotarella (Toscana)$38.00

Vini Rossi (Red Wine) - Medium to Full Bodied

Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Gertrude" La Maialina (Toscana)$26.00

Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc, "Lagone" Aia Vecchia (Toscana)$28.00

Sangiovese / Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon, "Vitiano" Falesco (Umbria)$28.00

Sangiovese / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot, "Cantaloro" Avignonesi (Toscana)$28.00

Corvina / Rondinella, Gran Passione (Veneto)$28.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Di Majo Norante (Molise)$29.00

Valpolicella Ripasso, Corte Majoli (Veneto)$29.00

Primitivo, Produttori di Manduria (Puglia)$29.00