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Caffe Luna, Raleigh, NC

Caffe Luna

4.7
4.7
2522 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
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
  • 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.
  • 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

What 2,522 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

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 in downtown Raleigh is beloved for its "fantastic food" and "excellent service," making it a prime spot for special occasions and date nights. Patrons enjoy "great value" with large portions and a "charming atmosphere." While noise levels can be high, the attentive staff and delightful Italian cuisine consistently impress.

2,522 Reviews
  1. Carolee

    Raleigh

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us were there to celebrate my birthday and it was a wonderful evening. We all enjoyed our meals and we all four had different entrees. So, four out of four deemed excellent. I had the grilled salmon with grilled vegetables and side salad and every bit of it was delicious. Our wine and after dinner ports were very good and I have to add the prices are so reasonable on wines and food. Portion sizes are generous. Finally, a shout out to our Server Morgan who was delightful, attentive, and handled everything with grace and professionalism. We can’t wait to return.

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  2. Tyler

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious food!! Second time dining here. Will go again

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  3. Barry

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A lively, downtown Italian dining experience. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced - a great value. Service was excellent. Our only complaints: The wine glasses are quite small with wine filled to the brim, and the portions were too big for us (out of town and couldn't box leftovers), but for many neither of these would be an issue. Will go back.

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  4. Markus

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great. Love the food & ambiance. It can be a bit noisy, but it feels like it’s supposed to be that way.

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  5. Cesar

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Quick and efficient service, food was tasty and portions were more than fair for the price, which is not as common any more. We had a great experience, will be back.

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  6. Bill

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent dinner and service! One of our favorite places and we will be back!

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  7. Steve

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Caffe Luna is in a great location in downtown Raleigh near Moore Square. One of our favorite Italian restaurants. My wife liked the Fantasia di Mare with the black noodles, appropriate for Halloween. I had Penne Cappesante which was okay, but not as good as I had hoped. The stuffed portobello mushroom was substantial. We enjoyed the tartuffo for dessert. The service was very good. A little more time between the appetizer and first course might have been appreciated. We felt a little rushed. The wine list had some nice affordable options.

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  8. jim

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great value, service was wonderful . Great location

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  9. Leigh

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit this restaurant almost biweekly and it never disappoints!!!

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  10. Kiara

    Raleigh

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I have to be honest—I had been hesitant to visit Caffe Luna because Italian cuisine isn’t my top choice. However, when my friend, an avid fan of Italian food, suggested a girls' night out, I knew Caffe Luna was the place to be. First off, let’s talk about parking. If you’re driving downtown, I highly recommend leaving a little earlier to secure a spot. There’s both street and garage parking available nearby. If, like me, you prefer not to pay for parking, it’s wise to give yourself enough time to circle the block a few times. Upon arrival, I realized I had forgotten to adjust our reservation from three to four people. Thankfully, the host was incredibly accommodating, rearranging things effortlessly without a hint of annoyance. This made me feel much better about my oversight, and we were seated right away. Our server for the evening was Liam, who impressed us with his extensive knowledge of the menu and provided some fantastic recommendations. Here’s what we ended up ordering: Fiocchi - Fresh Pasta Stuffed with Four Italian Cheeses and Pear, Sauté in Cream with a Touch of Tomato V17.95 Parmigiana di Pollo - Chicken Parmigiana Served with Penne Pasta 18.95 Mahi Mahi alla Griglia - Grilled Mahi Mahi with a Sauté of Roasted Potatoes and Haricot Verts 18.95 Traditional Kids Alfredo Pasta We paired our meal with a lovely wine that complimented our dishes perfectly. The restaurant was clean and well-maintained, and the bathrooms were tidy as well. The ambiance features moody lighting, which adds to the overall vibe—just something to keep in mind. I must mention that my rating would have been slightly higher if the food had been served hot or at least warm. Everyone at the table noticed that while the flavors were fantastic, the dishes were a bit cold. Despite this, we had a wonderful experience overall. We truly enjoyed the wine and dish selections, but it would have been even better if the food had been served hot.

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FAQs

Caffe Luna is rated 4.7 stars by 2522 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Caffe Luna

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
  • 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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