Luna Rossa

Bruno Di Carlo and Paolo Floss, after working many years together as manager and head chef in NYC-renowned, local establishments Bella Blu and Baraonda, bring their experiences together to provide a unique, cozy dining experience in the space which formerly housed Rughetta Restaurant and Paola’s.

The restaurant serves fresh food prepared daily. They make their pastas and desserts on the premises. A variety of daily specials feature imported whole fish: orata fish, branzino fish, dover sole, favorites like veal chop Milanese, and pasta specials like linguini w/lobster in spicy tomato sauce.

Original paintings by Valentino Cortazar, energize the restaurant’s atmosphere with color and life. The crowd is eclectic, with locals as well as foreigners, of all ages.

“We pride ourselves on our food and friendly hospitality to make you feel at home.”

Restaurant's interior and original paintings

Yelp users give Luna Rossa an overall rating of 3.5 based on 10 total reviews.

Sam H. says "Better than average, reliably good. Good dishes include the bucatini, calamari, spaghetti, bolognese (with veal ragu), and pretty much everything else I've......read more


Ryan J. says "So it's not bad, but it's not great, either. The staff is attentive & friendly, and the ambiance is fine, but the food is middle of the road, and almost......read more


Alan G. says "First I want to say I have never actually eaten in the restaurant, I have only ordered take out a few times. And the food is always great. This is by far......read more