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Cafe Luna - Reviews

11040 Rancho Carmel Dr #2, 92128 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
417

Reviews

83.2%

Satisfaction

45

negative

25

neutral

347

positive

What people say about Cafe Luna

Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Richard
Review date: 11/13/2025
9
Excellent Food and Knowledgeable Service
My first visit to this restaurant was a great experience, highlighted by excellent food and attentive service. Our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable, demonstrating a deep understanding of every detail on the menu. I'm already looking forward to returning.
  • food9
  • service10
  • menu details10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Fameldin
Review date: 11/10/2025
10
Excellent Italian Food and Service
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had the Manicotti and it was my #1 recommendation. The bread with sauce appetizer was also quite good. While I'm not typically a big fan of Italian restaurants, this place truly impressed me, making other Italian places in the same complex seem insignificant.
  • Manicotti10
  • bread with sauce appetizer8
  • Italian restaurants9
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Chris
Review date: 11/02/2025
10
Delicious Food, Beautiful Ambiance!
My experience at this restaurant was wonderful. The restaurant itself is beautiful, both inside and out. The food was absolutely delicious. My wife and I have visited twice already and we will definitely be going back!
  • restaurant10
  • food10
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Chad W.
Review date: 09/19/2025
8
Great Food, Drink Service Lacks for Newcomers
My experience at this restaurant was largely positive, especially concerning the food. They consistently offer great specials, and all the food is prepared extremely well. However, it's not a great place for drinks unless you're a regular and know the bartender. The service for drinks seems to be an issue for those unfamiliar with the staff.
  • specials9
  • food10
  • drinks3
  • bartender4
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Joseph D.
Review date: 09/16/2025
9
Fantastic Food and Cozy Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic. I went with a couple of people, and we shared our plates, finding everything to be delicious. The service was really good, and the inside of the place has a cool vibe with many wine bottles, making it feel very cozy and comfy. We're definitely going back to try more of the menu.
  • plates10
  • menu9
  • service9
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
ULTRA B.
Review date: 09/11/2025
10
Decades of Great Experiences!
I've been coming here for a few decades now and have consistently had a great experience. The food is excellent, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the people are always cheerful and helpful.
  • food10
  • atmosphere10
  • people10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Suzanne G. L.
Review date: 08/25/2025
9
A Lovely Hideaway with a Great Menu
My experience at this lovely hideaway was fantastic. The menu was great, and I highly recommend asking about the veal osso bucco, which is available on the last Saturday of the month. It was truly yum!
  • menu9
  • veal osso bucco10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Kevin F.
Review date: 08/02/2025
9
Milo's Urban Table: A Delicious Surprise!
Milo’s Urban Table is the kind of place you go to once and instantly regret not finding it sooner. We went on a Thursday night and it was busy, but the energy was amazing. I ordered their duck tacos (yes, duck!) and they were melt-in-your-mouth good. My wife had the wild mushroom gnocchi and kept offering me bites—dangerous! Our server was Josh, who had such great recommendations and was genuinely fun to chat with. What really blew me away? They had a live cellist playing indie covers. It sounds weird but totally worked. Can’t wait to come back.
  • duck tacos10
  • wild mushroom gnocchi9
  • server Josh9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Blake K.
Review date: 07/24/2025
9
Amazing Food and Service!
We asked a local where they would go, and they recommended this place. Although we didn't have a reservation, they made room for us. The food and service were amazing!
  • food10
  • service10
  • made room for us9
Price per Person
  • $91–$100
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Ruth M.
Review date: 07/09/2025
6
Mixed Experience with Outdoor Seating
My experience at this restaurant had some ups and downs. The outside seating was a nice perk, especially since we brought our dog. However, the seating arrangement was a bit awkward, with the seats being too low or the tables too high. We also had to repeat our order, which wasn't ideal. The food was just okay; I've definitely had better. Overall, it was a mixed experience.
  • outside seating7
  • food5
  • seating arrangement3
  • order3

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