-The Culinary Adventures if Tom Coghlan, Facebook- ... Luna BYOB, a well rated Italian Restaurant in the Rittenhouse section of Philadelphia, has been at 227 South 20th Street, since October of 2022, when the owners, Dejvi Furxhi and Denada "Dana" Cami, took over from their former boss's "Casta Diva," at the same space. Deivi Furxhi is the chef and co-owner alongside former Casta Diva colleague, Denada "Dana" Cami. I've never been to Luna, but is HAS been on my radar... I brough a bottle of Rose' with me, to play it safe. I met my server, Dana and asked her to put the wine on ice... I started with the Octopus Stufato. The Octopus was cooked in Vinegar and wine, then simmered with roasted Tomatoes, Capers, Olives and Long Hots. The Octopus was firm but tender and swimming with the roasted Tomatoes, Capers, Olives and Long Hots in the Vinegar/Wine Broth. The broth had a spicy but pleasant flavor, due to the Long Hots. For my main course, I asked Dana what she thought their best dish was. Without hesitation Dana quipped "The Pork Chop!" I was convinced! My friend was too! The Pork Chop was cooked in White Wine with Lemon and Butter and served with Polenta and Broccoli Rabe. It was WONDERFUL! My friend remarked that it was the most tender Pork Chop she ever had! I had to agree! Not only was it tender, but it was plump, juicy and perfectly seasoned and charred, with great flavor! Luna was a GREAT restaurant with exceptional service. We had a REALLY good time! read more

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The blonde hostess turned us away because we are disabled and didn't match their image ... shame shame on you blonde. I had to explain to the two children that we are different and not everyone appreciates it. Your mom would be ashamed of your actions. read more

Overall, a great BYOB Italian restaurant in Rittenhouse Square! We got the gnocchi The mushroom pasta, and the beet salad, all of which were very good. They were a little bit salty however the taste in all and all was was good. The beet salad tasted very fresh! All the pastas were very rich and delicious. Service is very good, and quick. read more

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Very cute place , great service and delicious food what more could you ask for? How about byob And 10 percent discount for cash .I rest my case. read more

The food was fantastic here! Everything we ordered was incredible and super flavorful! We definitely recommend you checking it out! Also shout out to our waiter, Tom, who was the best! Super classy and cozy vibes too! We ordered their: Pappardelle with lamb bolognese Squid ink fettuccine with mussels and crab meat Orecchiette with broccoli rabe, Italian sausage, and Gorgonzola cream Pork chop with polenta Burrata with roasted butternut squash, prosciutto, and walnuts Roasted Brussel sprouts with whipped ricotta and crispy pancetta Mixed beet salad Crème brûlée Pear with a scoop of salted caramel gelato Tiramisu read more

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We had a great anniversary dinner here! The restaurant is very quaint and overall very cute inside. We were greeted and seated immediately at an area in the back of the restaurant! We wanted to have a traditional Italian dinner (appetizer, pasta, entree, dessert) and we did order that way, but just keep in mind the pasta dishes are rather large! We started with the mussels, which were incredible! The broth was amazing and we treated it like a soup after all the mussels were gone. We then had the pappardelle w/ lamb ragú and cheese tortellini with lobster (was a special). The ragú was definitely the highlight, although the special was definitely good. The amount of lobster meat served was insane. For our entree, we had the pork chop which was delicious. We ended the night with the poached pear. It was just okay, but the star was the salted caramel gelato it was served with! Could've just ordered a big scoop of that. Overall, great dinner! Would highly recommend! read more

This Italian BYOB is so quaint. I have been here 5x since they opened and have already tasted their whole menu. My personal faves are the Calamari, the Bolognese, the Caesar salad and the porkchops!!! I have taken a few friends for a beautiful birthday dinner and Luna BYOB also makes a romantic date spot! read more

Luna BYOB - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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So delicious! Every dish! Get the sacchetti! Cute lil ambiance and our server was nice

Vibes: small, unassuming BYOB; bring a friend or a few Tasting notes: Stuffed mushrooms: a special for the night that was perfectly roasted and umami rich; a light but satisfying appetizer Beets: shareable for two; love the nuttiness and crunch from the pistachio to pair with the firm but tender slices of beets Tagliatelle: very deep meaty flavor, lovely with the thin, wide, flat noodles Orechiette: a little spicy, fairly garlicky and tomatoey Sacchiette: my favorite of them all; bite-sized; creamy and just lightly sweet; made buttery and crispy with the generous dusting of breadcrumbs Chocolate cake: surprisingly light and airy despite the decadence; light hazelnut flavor Tiramisu: very solid and classic Other thoughts: - Bread service was generous and made for an excellent swiper of the pasta sauces - Friendly, attentive staff who changed out plates with the courses - Above meal was satisfying for four hungry adults - Appreciated the fresh ground black pepper for appetizers and fresh grated parm for the pastas - Enjoyed the quiet, intimate atmosphere on a weekday night Impression: cannot believe I didn't discover Luna sooner! Can't wait to come back to try the rest of the menu, though the sacchiette will be tough to top! read more

Came in on a whim and was happily surprised with the quality of food. Everyone enjoyed their meal and Dana provided top-notch service!!! I dream about the sacchetti. read more

This is a small Italian restaurant in rittenhouse. It has a cozy and upscale vibe. I went here on a weekday later on and it wasn't too busy but there were customers. There was no wait. Noise levels were a little under medium noise. The complimentary bread+olive oil was very nice. I liked the olive oil and it came in a container so it was very easy to dip the precut bread. I got the calamari as an appetizer. This was good. The olives and capers were very flavorful. I also enjoyed the calamari itself. But I did feel like the calamari was a bit plain. Maybe there could have been some zest or something making the calamari pop more, but I did like this. The arugula pesto with crab chunks was decent. But I think I could nitpick a few things... I felt like the pasta was a little too chewy and the sauce also on the plainer side. I was thinking for a pesto there would be more of a pine nut or salty flavor. Also, the crab meat chunks were plain. I was expecting a more garlic or buttery punch but they were plain. Overall the service was excellent and I think the wait staff was knowledgeable and attentive as well as being friendly. Food came out in a reasonable amount of time and prices were reasonable for this ambiance and ingredients. read more

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Dinner was amazing here and they were able to accommodate our larger party of five! Pasta tasted fresh and all the different sauces were great. Menu leaned into a lot of seafood in the pasta dishes which is a little different! The staff was so nice and service was smooth and the room was packed! This is a nice date spot, a little spot for a celebratory occasion, and a solid neighborhood BYO :) read more

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We were staying at a hotel near Rittenhouse House Square and decided to try this local restaurant. Loved it. Food, ambiance and service were top notch. Will definitely stop by the next time we're in Philly. read more

(This review was left in my drafts from several months back this year) Good sauces and desserts, but some things (like the burrata and pasta) were a miss. We came here on a holiday and selected from their pre fixe menu. For appetizers, we tried the octopus, which was nicely cooked and came in a delicious red sauce with olive and peas. The burrata was so-so--it was pretty firm and didn't have much creamy middle. The thinly sliced meat that came with it kind of tasted like lunch meat pastrami, but honestly I didn't mind that too much :) For the mains, we ordered the seafood pasta (and were informed the squid ink pasta was being substituted with spinach pasta) and short rib. The short rib and polenta were nicely cooked and seasoned. The pasta was unfortunately cooked past al dente and there were floppy pastas particularly at the bottom of the bowl, but the sauce and seafood was good. Not sure if this was just a miss, but I was a bit disappointed because of the rave reviews for their pasta here. The desserts ended the meal on a good note--the chocolate cake had a hazelnutty flavor and the pastry crunch at the base, which I loved, and the tiramisu was also on point flavorwise. Small nit on the tiramisu was that the middle was a bit frozen--it was either in a too-cold section of the fridge or had been frozen but not been defrosted all the way. Overall a good restaurant, but not sure I'd recommend the pasta. read more

The restaurant is family run with natives of Albania. They are extremely nice and attentive. The pork chop was the best I have ever had. I had it twice and it was equally good both times. read more

Experience: 3; Food: 4; Value: 3 Thought it's a new place but apparently been open for 2 years. It's a small spot so can't fit many tables inside. Unfortunately we got the outdoor table when it is already pretty chilly out (~50s), not sure if they just didn't set up the heating lamps yet as summer just ended or they don't have it at all (outdoor seating with no coverage), we brought blankets and were still cold throughout dinner. Plates were not heated when serving, so food got cold in mins outdoors. Servers couldn't quite see us from inside and didn't come out often, and seemed only 1-2 ppl manning across, so it took a while to get anything. Food came out quickly. Overall portions are quite small esp. considering the price. The calamari tasted okay, but only a few pieces drowned in tomato sauce. For pasta dishes, the pappardelle flavor was pretty good (normal bolognese replaced with ground lamb), but pasta was way overcooked (soft and almost soggy). The pesto cavatelli completely lacks flavor, couldn't taste much pesto or anything other than the dough pieces (which fortunately were not overcooked), only few drops of crab meat and tomatoes, we had to add in sauce from other dishes to gain some flavor. The special fish was our favorite, cooked to perfect temperature, on a bed of farro and broccolini, with nice sauce. Unfortunately due to the small portions and not wanting to wait in the cold, after 1 app, 3 main courses, all three of us left hungry to seek for warmth and 2nd meal elsewhere... read more

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Lovely small restaurant that has wonderful food. The staff is very kind and attentive. The pork chop is truly unbelievable! The BYOB and they kindly serve. Rigatoni with lamb bolognese, squid ink fettucini, and the scallops in risotto were all very good! Don't miss the artichokes...so tender! read more

Loved this place. Nice ambience. Small cozy byo (near Corked wine shop). The service is as good as it gets. Hostess was nice and greeted us immediately. The server was so cool and knowledgeable about the menu. The manager came by several times during dinner to check on everything. Really impeccable service. The portions were good too. We got two apps, a pasta second course, an entree each and we were stuffed. The calamari was tender, not chewy, and sauce was delicious. Heavy on the olives, but I really enjoyed the flavor. Great for bread dipping. The mussels app was one of the stars of the meal. The sausage in the white wine sauce created the best flavor ever. Highly recommend this app. The pasta was cooked very well, and the sauce was straight forward but very well executed. The pork chop was the star. While the scallops were also delicious, the pork chop had so much flavor. I could not get over how the seasoning was infused inside the pork chop. No idea how they did that. Highly recommend this places. Prices are affordable. Great for dates and small groups. read more

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Came on a Saturday night with some friends and had a nice night! We got Caesar salad, squid ink pasta, gnocchi, risotto and lamb shank. Caesar salad - could use a little more dressing but the anchovies was a nice addition Squid ink pasta - I wanted to love this but the noodle texture was way too chewy. A little thinner on the dough and I think it would have been perfect. The sauce was perfect Risotto - this was delicious. Good amount of lobster too. I want a bowl of this rn Gnocchi - this was prob my least favorite dish. There was something in this that made it overly stinky cheesy. The sausage I wish was more of a crumble thank cut up Lamb shank - def not the best I've had but it was tender! Needed more flavors Our server was also a little abrasive. Kept asking if we were finished and could they clear my plate even though I had a fork full of risotto about to enter my mouth. I felt rushed and he seemed frazzled. But it was a Saturday night so I was forgiving creme brûlée was the perfect ending to a pleasant byob meal! I'd def come again read more

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We went to Luna BYOB last night; I knew the neighborhood well, and didn't recognize the restaurant. I found out it just opened last year. I had the two specials of the evening - the Halibut and Raviolis. I like my fish and pasta served at the same time, enjoying both dishes, as they compliment each other. I wasn't expecting to encounter such unique and flavorful sauces on the fish and pasta. The creamy pear-pecorino sauce with the ravioli was spectacular as was the tomato based gravy for the Halibut. The pasta was tender and the cheese inside had a soft velvety texture. The Halibut was cooked perfectly - it was one of the best fishes I've had in awhile. My friend had the Branzino, which was very good.....but I'm glad I ordered the Halibut! Luna is a hidden jewel just off Rittenhouse Sq. - it's worth uncovering! read more

Luna BYOB - Fresh Halibut w-tomatoes, olives and mushrooms - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This restaurant is small but so cute! It's a very limited menu but the food was delicious! Unfortunately some rude fellow diner was a total Karen and scolded my friends and I for laughing with eachother and having fun which really but a downer on the evening, we were a large party of 8 on a Saturday night in a tiny room of course it was loud inside, the fact this lady really went out of her way to yell at us about it was really ridiculous, we weren't the only people laughing and talking in the place! read more

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Decent Italian food. We visited Luna BYOB on a Saturday night, and it was packed. The space is small and cozy, and it was a bit loud, but we had no trouble hearing each other. Immediately after we sat down, a server opened the bottle of wine we brought and poured some into each of our glasses. We split the portobellos as a starter, and I tried the sacchetti for the main. The portobellos were a bit more chewy than I would like but had a tasty sauce on top. The sacchetti pasta was tasty and looked homemade, but the sauce was bit watery and missed some of the richness I expected. Overall, we had a decent experience at Luna BYOB, but we have found more appealing restaurants in Philly. read more

I was so impressed with my recent visit here to Luna. I found this restaurant opened when I walked by and when I saw the menu and I was hooked. It had such great options, from seafood to chicken to red meat. There weren't any vegan or vegetarian options, except appetizers - so that may be an issue for some diners. For appetizers, we tried the antipasto and radicchio. The antipasto was delicious, the burrata was so fresh and delicious. The presentation of the radicchio and all the other dishes was beautiful. For entrees we had the branzino and the sachetti pasta. The branzino was grilled to perfection and the skin was fantastically crispy. The pasta was rich but perfectly cooked. For dessert, we had the chocolate layer cake and tiramisu, both were fantastic and the waiter said all the desserts (besides the ice cream) were made in-house! My only complaint was that it was SO LOUD inside. The restaurant is small and tightly packed and definitely not the place to go to hear your dining companions. read more

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Luna is a small byob near Rittenhouse Square. Upon our arrival, we had to wait in the narrow hallway outside the restaurant, but at least it was indoors. Once invited in, we were seated in the back behind a wall which helped to buffer the noise. Fortunately, I asked our server about the specials, and when I learned they had one scallop dish left, I ordered it. To start, we shared 2 meatballs over polenta (an appetizer special) and the mix greens salad with strawberries, fennel, and orange. Both were good. I loved the 4 diver scallops with its sauce and sides. Likewise, our friend said the branzino with leeks, mushroom, and romesco sauce was the best she's ever had. Meanwhile, my husband enjoyed the lamb bolognese pappardelle but said the portion was small. Overall, the food was delicious, we loved bringing 2 bottles of our own wine, and felt the atmosphere was comfortable and conducive to conversation. read more

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Food is always so delicious and staff is so friendly! We had the mushroom appetizer with a Caesar salad-very good. For mains I got the sacchetti and I'm so glad I did, so delicious. Will def be back! read more

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I was really surprised and impressed by Luna BYOB. The service was so friendly and welcoming, and the food was comforting and delicious. The best thing we had was the veal chop ($45), which was perfectly cooked and worth the higher cost. The pastas were also excellent - we had one spicy seafood linguini that the whole table loved (I think between the six of us, we ordered 3!), and while the lobster risotto kind of looked like fancy fried rice, it was truly decadent. Portions were, in our opinion, quite generous, so when it was time for dessert, we really had to think about it. But then our server listed tiramisu and nutella panna cotta, and we somehow made room. Both were absolutely worth it. The restaurant itself is tasteful and simple in décor, and feels like a nostalgic nod back to the BYOBs of the early 2000s. There is only one bathroom for the restaurant, but other than that, I really thought this was a close-to-perfect BYOB experience. read more

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I really do love an intimate BYOB and this fits the bill nicely. It's small, so sometimes, (perhaps also depending upon who you are sitting next to) it can get a bit loud, but that should not stop one from dining here. We dined with a reservation on Saturday night and Luna was bustling inside. We were able to enjoy a lovely table for two next to the picture windows with a sidewalk view. My friend and I both agreed that the highlight of the evening was one of the specials. Those meatballs on creamy polenta! Oh my gosh! If I could have had a plate of four for the entree that would have been the perfect evening. They were juicy, seasoned perfectly in delicious red sauce nestled in the creamy polenta (that should not be missed with each bite of meat. ) Seriously! So good! The beet salad was delicious too with a wonderful glaze and lots of texture from the nuts. We both ordered the pappardelle with bolognese sauce and braised lamb. It was good but I think having had the meatballs, nothing could compare! We ended the evening with crème brûlée that was creamy and delicious. This is a sweet place. Make a reservation, grab a bottle and go! read more

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luna byob reviews AI Mode All Short videos Videos Images Forums Shopping News Maps Web Books Flights Finance Search tools Feedback Luna BYOB 4.7(156)‧$30-50 Italian restaurant‧Closed Thumbnail Image 192+ Overview Menu Reviews Photos About By owner Rate and Review on Google Google review summary 4.7 (156) People say this Italian restaurant serves delicious pasta, seafood, and meat dishes, including squid ink tagliolini, mussels, and lamb chops. They highlight the cozy and charming atmosphere, and the BYOB policy. They also like the attentive and friendly service. +30 Summarized by AI. Our first visit, but not our last! I Googled "Philly BYOBs", and started reading menus. When I saw the scallops entree, Luna BYOB got my attention and my reservation. Luna made our date night a wonderful experience. We loved its intimate/casual vibe. The service was great (Gerta was very attentive), and our dinner was delicious! The Scallops w/ rissoto was lick-the-plate worthy-- but no, I didn't. My partner enjoyed his Blackened Salmon, and we had the Tiramasu for dessert-- but wished we hadn't shared it. Lol (Two apps, 2 entrees and 1 dessert was a reasonable $118; with cash tip, $148.) We look forward to experiencing the steak and cheesecake for our next visit-- SOON! read more

My dining experience at Luna was outstanding! Under new influence leadership the ambiance and timing of my dishes was perfect led by the wait staff. I started with the mussels. So plump and fresh with thin slices of garlic and perfect pancetta! A seasonal salad with goat cheese soon arrived which was a bundle of freshness and was delicious. The lamb was just flying on a cloud at Flight Level 390! You have to try and the pasta with ground lamb bolognese! Bring your own and this is a pilots' dream restaurant! Very fair pricing and crème brûlée Or tiramisu to finish a CAT IIIB Autoland experience! Went in with a 00 expectations and was just taken care of like Singapore Airlines First Class. read more

Luna BYOB - The lamb. - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cute little place. Great service. We startted with the meatball appetizer. Solid, but not great. My wife had the cavitelli and cream meat. Also good, but not great. I had the pork chop which was sensational. Definitely a place worth trying. read more

I was really excited to try Luna, especially since Burrata is so good. It's a cute, cozy little BYO where Casta Diva used to be. I tried making a reservation about a week in advance for a Friday night dinner and they were booked from 6-8pm. I kept an eye on Tock and finally saw a 6pm reservation open up the day before. All that to say- plan ahead if you want to eat here on a weekend. There aren't many veg options on the menu- something to keep in mind in case there are any dietary restrictions. With that being said, the chef was accommodating for the slight changes we requested to our dishes so I feel like there may be some flexibility if you do have any restrictions. We got the ravioli special as an appetizer to share and then for entrees we got the gnocchi (subbed out the gorgonzola sauce for a blush sauce), tomato linguine, squid ink paccheri, and lobster risotto. All of us agreed that the ravioli special was the clear winner- it was seriously one of the best pasta dishes I've had. Everything else was pretty stellar, too- except the lobster risotto. It didn't taste bad- it just didn't taste like anything at all. It was really disappointing. For dessert, we got the tiramisu, creme brulee, and chocolate cake. 10/10 for all of them- especially the chocolate cake and creme brulee. The service was quick and efficient and friendly. No complaints here. I'd love to come back here- there are definitely some standouts on the menu and the specials are a nice addition. I would just not at all recommend the risotto. read more

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I can't say enough good things about Luna - the atmosphere was cozy and chic and made you feel like you were in Philly. The food was delicious, no complaints at all. The mussels are some of the best I've ever had. Can't wait to return for the amazing food and service! read more

Luna BYOB - Squid ink pacherri and pork chop - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Yummy new restaurant right outside of the square in Rittenhouse. The beet salad had a sweet and delicious taste to it. The Fettuccine crab pasta was a great meal. This is an exciting new addition to the area! read more

Luna BYOB - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is such a fun place near rittenhouse. Love the BYOB. The ambiance is nice, smaller vibe. Great for small groups but perfect for dates. Their menu, while limited is delicious. We had two of the salads, 3 different pastas and tiramisu, and every single thing was delicious. The service was good, too! read more

Luna BYOB - a plate of pasta with a dollop of sour cream - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Hesitant whether to leave a review, but since they don't have many reviews, I decide to show support and appreciation. It is hidden gem. My h said he can eat here every day. Later on, he said we should send kids to the grandparents next week and come here again. read more

New restaurant recently opened in rittenhouse area. Really good energy inside, friendly and fast service. Appetizer was excellent (antipasto), our pasta was good but not spectacular. Would advise probably making it a bit darker inside just to add to the ambience, as it was pretty bright and not dinner-y. Small thing but I did love the difference among dishes used to plate the pasta - fun quirk. Good spot, would not be opposed to returning! read more

Luna BYOB - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We made reservations on a Friday night for 830pm. There were still plenty of reservations when I made them a day or two before, but I have a feeling that won't be the case for long once people start finding them out. It's a cozy location in Rittenhouse. We were greeted and sat immediately but when our server came by she offered to move us to the open window where we would have more space (and it was a beautiful evening). She was helpful with recs, personable but not overbearing. We ordered the beef carpaccio, lamb ragu pappardelle, and lobster risotto. The carpaccio was classic and tasty but not a standout. The pappardelle was so delicious. The pasta handmade and perfection. The risotto had corn and peas and was bright and rich all at the same time. Wonderfully balanced. They're BYOB also which is always a perk! Food and friends is nearby if you need to pick something up. Really excited to try out this new spot! Definitely recommend! read more

Charming restaurant and visited while reading the reviews. Menu is simple with a few specials. The octopus is very good, as well as the mussels and portions are very reasonable. If your looking for standout pasta, this is the place. Plus is that it's BYOB and prices quite reasonable. read more

The service is always stellar and truly sets the standard. The food is amazing and fresh! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting!

Luna is simply delightful. Top three dishes are pictured. Definitely get the calamari, sachetti, and airline chicken. Staff is personable, your glass will never be half full, and our servers Grace and Rafael surpassed our expectations. Unparalleled service here and a relaxing ambiance. The byo is a nice touch as there are 2 wine stores w/in a block. This is recently opened but I've already been 3x. Go! Support! Dine and be merry at this 5 star gem. read more

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