Solid Italian option in Mineola. We tried the beet salad, stuffed chicken and ravioli. All solid, 4 out of 5. Slightly pricey and a bit loud. Generally attentive service but when it got busy it got notably slower. I was impressed with the quality of the beer menu which is rare at local Italian restaurants. The menu is extensive with many specials. Worth a shot if you live nearby. read more

This place is a hidden gem! My family and I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and there was just one other table. The staff was super friendly without being overbearing. My kids ordered the chocolate pancakes and chicken fingers. There was not a crumb left! They devoured everything. My husband ordered the Cuban sandwich and I had the crab cakes. It was delicious!! This is a place worth checking out and we will be back! read more

1st time trying this restaurant last night and we will definitely be back, food was delicious and service was great!

Monday, February 3, 2024. My wife and I enjoy all attributes at Cala Luna. We invited my son and his girl friend and had a pleasant time. My bill was $257. Recognizing a slow night, my tip was $110 (43%). We were all enjoying a nice time and stayed for bit after I paid the bill. My son ordered a glass of beer after the bill was paid. When leaving my son was presented a BILL for a glass of BEER!!!. Shameful, L (our waiter) didn't appreciate my patronage or generosity. 5 stars, less 2, for bad business. read more

Came for Saturday Brunch as they opened. Everyone there was friendly and attentive. We sat outside in their covered back area as it was a nice day. I got the coconut margarita, which was really good and had just the right amount of sweetness. Food was fresh and delicious. Would definitely come again for lunch/dinner. read more

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Had stopped in for lunch with mom since we had some time to kill before her appointment. The service was pleasant and the food was done well. The veal meatballs were very tasty and the crab cake was primarily lump crab meat and done very well. The black squid linguine with shrimp was delicious and the portion size was substantial enough for two people. They had no issues with dividing the linguine onto two plates. The desert we had citrus flan which was very delicate and sweet and the perfect end to the meal. Would definitely come back here to try other items off the menu. Lunchtime ambience was quiet but would love to see how it is during dinner time. -MJ read more

Called in advance before making reservations and was told that anything on the menu could be made gluten free. Should've known better, but saw other reviews about gluten free food that I thought it would be ok. Called the day of the reservation to see if the flatbread options could be made GF and was told they couldn't, but they COULD make some of the pasta cream sauces dairy free. We get to the restaurant, and I was told they CANNOT make the cream sauce dairy free, then the waiter forgot to make my meal gluten free. The waiter also charged us for the extra serving of pasta that was made incorrectly because my family asked to box it up rather than do nothing with this portion that was unnecessarily made, as they gave us no options of what to do with it. Wish I said something, but just found it to be easier to leave. Definitely seemed like a good meal if you have no dietary restrictions, but absolutely let down by the "yes man" mentality to get a customer in the door before considering what they can actually make for you. I really don't ever feel prompted to write a review, but was so disappointed by the amount of times I checked before eating here that I figured it would be good to warn others. read more

Had an amazing birthday dinner here and I had the best time. The food was so light but decadent and truly delicious. My favorites had to be the truffle Flatbread and wild boar ragu. Head over to Cala Lunas asap because the wild boar ragu was a special. What made this experience memorable was the truly impeccable service. It had a cozy yet sophisticated vibe. I'll def be back soon! read more

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I hardly ever order fish. They got me with the description of the Cajun encrusted swordfish. Dish was presented beautifully. Swordfish was light and full of flavor. We were a table of eight. Everyone was raving. Bartender was great. Going back soon. read more

Sunday night in the mood for steak and wife and friends want Italian. We decided on Cala Luna in Mineola. The last time I was here was about a year ago. Gee, the place was empty. I guess it's early. I called before and checked on their price fix menu at $36.95. The waiter stated that there was no price fix menu. So after convincing him by showing him the website . Everything was settled , so I thought. I ordered the skirt steak and my friend ordered the shrimp. We were then told that it wasn't on price fix. I pointed it out to the manager and he said sorry and walked away. We ate our meals and the waiter returned with the check and charged us extra for cash and credit. He finally deducted the amount. It seemed like the entire meal was not enjoyable because of climbing stairs during the entire meal. Everything was a battle. Now I realize why the restaurant was empty. read more

This is based on a takeout order. We are so pleasantly surprised at the quality of the pasta dishes, the calamari, and the eggplant parmigiana. Everything was delicious, packaged well and order was filled quickly. The order came with fresh warm bread, great to soak up all the sauce! This is truly a hidden gem! read more

Excellent choices for apps and entrees + a ton of specials - food & service was superb They have a tent with outside seating which was a great option read more

The service was terrific and our dinners were so well prepared and portions were generous. The room was very welcoming and spacious. A ten star experience. Culinary excellence. read more

I have seen the place for years and finally made an entry. I was pleasant, surprise. The service, food, drink , and cozy elegant environment were the perfect combinations to sit and enjoy all the above with your company. read more

Blake & Reena were spectacular. The food was also good & the service was very attentive. The restaurant itself was cozy & the ambience was nice also. The empanadas with the whipped avocado was to die for. I shared the skirt steak & Reena ensured it came out of the kitchen for 2. I will definitely be back! read more

Food was excellent, staff was very friendly. Highly recommend it !! The night we were there it was quiet. There were a few tables not sure if that is their usual. read more

What a hidden gem! Had a great meal and experience at Cala Luna. The bread at the beginning of your meal is served with some sort of tomato jam that is delicious and tangy. We got the calamari which was fried perfectly and seasoned well. The chicken Luciano is a new favorite with it seeming like a full salad worth of arugula, tomato, and mozzarella on top of a crispy cutlet. Their Bianco flatbread was cheesy and crispy and chewy in the best ways. Then we finished with their gelato trio which reminds me of why I loved pistachio gelato in the first place. With so many places doing it wrong, this one shines. Service was also great as the staff was very attentive. Will definitely be coming back. read more

My husband and I had dinner here a few weeks ago. It was a nice dinner and nice service. Great location right off of the Mineola train station... about a block or two away. read more

Great food., service and like previous reports, a little Manhattan bistro in Mineola Unexpectedly fresh and in the great tradition of favorite places to meet and eat with friends read more

We came here during Long Island Restaurant week for dinner. The place wasn't busy and had their regular menu for restaurant week. Great food choices with some gluten free, soy free, and dairy free. We had P. E. I. MUSSEL Pots for appetizers, Sardinia paella for entrees, and Tiramisu & flourless chocolate cake for desserts. We had a great time in a beautiful and comfortable atmosphere with amazing service and great food. We would definitely come back again and would recommend you to check out this place if you're near the area. read more

The food was excellent. They have a nice wine list. The service us always very good.

Came here for brunch and the food was delicious. The staff were so friendly and very attentive. Rana made us two delicious cappuccinos and she constantly checked to see if we needed anything. We ordered two omlettes and they were both delicious. We will definitely be back for lunch or dinner. read more

So glad we discovered this place! We were greeted well and welcomed warmly into the restaurant. I am vegetarian and so it's difficult for me to find food that is vegetarian friendly and experiments with more ingredients than just cheese and marinara sauce. Ended up getting the Porto Pino flatbread which was incredible and this pasta dish with mushrooms, cream and truffle. Enjoyed every bit of it especially the fresh coconut sorbet! The space was also clean and spacious. Would absolutely go back again. read more

Very nice staff the menu is very diverse. They really will make any drink that you would like. we had the calamari and the fish. I highly recommend. read more

Went here for brunch the other day and the food was fresh and amazing.. not to mention the great customer service!! Will come back again..!

We had a last minute reservation for 8 people, and we were lucky enough to snag a table. YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS PLACE! Our entire table loved the food. From the appetizers (the warm bread, the amazing carmalized onion spread, & the Calamari), to the main courses (the NY strip steak, the shrimp, and the ravioli), to the dessert (trust me... get the bread pudding!) everything was impeccable. The service staff was also amazing, very attentive and kind. I will definitely be back! read more

Simply a wonderful experience from start to finish. Service, food and atmosphere were terrific. If we lived nearby, we'd visit often

My wife and I went to Cala Luna to celebrate Valentine's Day. It was the first time we went and we based the decision on all the positive reviews. We were not disappointed. The food and the service were excellent. We shared the fried calamari as an appetizer. My wife ordered the branzino (I tasted it) and it was superb. I had the paella and it too was superb (heavy on the seafood with just a little of the chicken and chorizo). For dessert we shared the flourless chocolate cake. We will definitely go back and try some of the dishes that sounded so interesting. read more

Came in on a whim very few places open on Sundays in mineola. Liz suggested the hay and straw pasta it's creamy with truffle and perfect the next day if you are unable to finish it. Also the dirty martini was perfect will be returning! read more

Very good food, ambiance and service! We visited for brunch and had the artichoke omelette, truffle Bianco flatbread and blood peach margaritas. Everything was delicious. We particularly liked the flatbread. Can't wait to try for dinner. read more

Cala Luna is a great spot in the heart of Mineola. Joanna was a great server. Very friendly staff and food was great.

Went in Jan 2023. Staff was very nice and accommodating with food restrictions but overall food was flavorless, not that interesting.

I highly recommend Cala Luna. The food was delicious! We ordered the eggplant appetizer, which was tender and the sauce perfectly seasoned. The chicken bruschetta was fantastic, crispy, fresh, and loaded with flavor. Joanna, our waitress was the best! She was the first friendly face we saw when we came in, and she took wonderful care of us. read more

The most amazing hidden gem in all of MIneola. From Blake and Liz to Rana and all of the employees. Your food quality is only surpassed by the level of personalized service. The specials are always amazing and truly tasty. Love everything there but truly AMAZING empanadas. Keep up the amazing work and see you soon. read more

I had the duck special with sweet potatoes au gratin. It was fantastic. Service was great.

Cala Luna is providing a perfectly serviced, expertly presented modern Italian dinner for a bargain. Five star, attentive service without intruding. Timing between waitstaff and kitchen is well honed. Almond crusted chicken is a standout from the can't go wrong menu. Accepts both larger parties and date night clientele. Wine list needs deepening in order to keep with the experience level they have attained. Or hidden gem that needs to be kept a secret, well run well executed, bravo read more

Our meal was delicious and the service was great. Went here on a date night for the first time and can't wait to go back. I had the tuna and it was so good. The coconut margarita was the reason I selected the restaurant and it was delicious. For dessert we had the flourless chocolate cake and it hit the spot. Can't wait to go back to have another delicious meal. read more

Incredible! Came here for a work event. Everything was DELICIOUS. And portions are huge. Had calamari, pizza, meatballs, bacon wrapped scallops as appetizers. Had the sesame crusted tuna and it was sooo delicious. Finally for dessert had the napoleon cake and it was incredible! read more

Cala Luna - Italian Near Me - Mineola, New York

As mentioned in a previous review, this restaurant can lend itself to be a very noisy environment. Yet today, with several tables taken, conversation was easy and able to be heard. We have been here several times for brunch and a couple of times for dinner. Delicious salad with greens, grape tomatoes and fresh red onions cut over a chicken milanese. Companions enjoyed their choices of crab cake benedict and a large cubano sandwich served with homemade shoestring fries. Shared their homemade flourless chocolate cakes served with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream. Three happy people after an excellent brunch. read more

Tried this place for this first time this evening. Food was fantastic and the service was sensational. Don't overlook this hidden gem.