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Luna's Restaurant

3.9 (165 reviews)
PriceyLounges, Seafood, Salad
Closed • Closed
Updated 3 months ago

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Valentine's Date Night @Luna's - Gainesville, GA
Cindy C.

We went to Luna's not knowing actually much about the restaurant we tried to call and see if we could make a reservation, but nobody answered the phone and nobody returned our phone call. We called a few days before so we took a chance and showed up and hoped that maybe they would have an open reservation. Bingo, lucky for us we got in, but we did go early. We went slightly before 5 o'clock. I actually picked up the restaurant because they said they had a jazz/piano bar, but unfortunately we were sat in the dining room that that was nowhere near the jazz piano bar area so we didn't get to hear it. All we got to hear was people talking in dishes clattering. The lights were pretty right so it wasn't really very romantic. It seemed more like a country club or due to the fact that mostly everyone there was older than us and were in our late 50s. It seemed more like it was even an assisted living facility. I'm not joking. That's how it felt but the food was great. The service was mediocre. it's not that they were slow, but they were in no hurry yet when we got there they got made it seem like we got lucky that somebody canceled and that we needed to hurry and get in and place our order because they had a long list of reservation reservations. The doorman I think it actually should brush up or be shown how to approach or work with patrons. At his age; maybe due to his lack of people skills; he may not be the best person for the position of greeting guests. thanks Miss me where they take reservations they're considered a higher scale of client tell or on an event where it's an occasion like this for Valentine's Day. You definitely want somebody that's greeting you with a smile and kindly letting you know that they have a spot or they don't have a spot and just basically treating you kind and being as polite as possible, regardless of what the available situation was/is. We were very thankful they had a spot, and we went with knowing it may not be available to dine there; but to be making us feel like we were lucky when we chose their restaurant to go to; in turn I felt like they were lucky that we chose their restaurant because there are other restaurants that we could've gone to. We heard some patrons complaining about the timing of food delivery and one table left after a round of cocktails. We aren't sure why they chose to leave but they did. We felt their pricing for the amount of food and offering was a bit steep and not so much in line with others especially since they didn't add any extra flair of roses for the ladies, little to none romantic ambiance and definitely no music which would have been a nice touch. We will try them again when hopefully they will have seating in the jazz bar area and we will call further in advance to plan for the visit so maybe I can update the review and let you know if a 3rd visit is in the future. We don't live close so the second visit will kind of need to be a wow to gain the 3rd one as I feel I'm am fair and my expectations aren't set super high but I definitely feel they dropped the ball for me based on this visit.

Panko crusted Alaskan Halibut either lemon butter caper, green beans almandine and couscous.
Roxanne S.

Service was five star. The owner Darryl greeted us and took the time to chat with us and tell us a little of his history. Very nice! McKenzie was knowledgeable and made excellent suggestions to pair with our meal. We had many servers and they were all attentive. The food was very good. My hubby had the ribeye and enjoyed it. I had the halibut and it was very good. Portions were a very nice size. This is a definite hidden gem in Downtown Gainesville and we will be back. Very classy place!

Alice B.

Nice ambiance but dated. Not sure what it wants to be. Steak, Italian, southern not sure. Had the 4 course tasting menu. The salad 1st course was small, tasting dressing. Pretty ordinary otherwise 2nd course was more like a main. Amberjack with grits and brocolli. This course was nice but the fish was over cooked. Not glistening. Grits pretty good. Brocoli was very good. Next course was the pepper filled with steak and provolone, mash potatoes. Needed salt. 4th course a turtle pie. Very good. Hubby is the French onion soup which was very good. The pork chops he ordered was over cooked. Should have been slightly pink. White and dry. Creme Brulee was good. Had a very good engaging waitress. Drinks were pricy. Not sure if I would go back. Too many restaurants to choose from nearby.

Got seated in the bar, but it ain't bad.
Dixie B.

We had actually planned to visit another restaurant in the area; but when we arrived, they were closed, even though Yelp showed open today. Sigh. Anyway, we were lucky enough to happen across Luna. When we walked in, we learned that the restaurant was full due to reservations. Luckily, we could be seated in the bar. The Owner came and showed us to our table; later, he even came back by to check on us. You could tell that he is very customer oriented, as he stopped (and was stopped by) people as he walked through. Everyone seemed to enjoy his company. Then, the food came. As you can see by the pictures, the presentation was appetizing, and we both enjoyed our dishes. We could see why locals frequent this establishment, and I think you'll be happy when you visit, too.

Shrimp & Grits. (I think called something else.)  Delicious!
Natalie W.

Thank you, Luna's for taking such good care of our large private party last night. Our server was delightful (Travis), the music was perfection (piano lounge), and our food, of course, delicious. The wait on all things was extraordinary but I'm sure it was do to staffing. A two hour dinner turned to four. We stayed till closing and absorbed every minute with each other. Again, thank you. We'll be back!

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2 years ago

Our food was delicious. Large portions at a good price. We visited twice while on vacation.

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We celebrated my husband's birthday there. It was fabulous! The live music was great and so were the food. This is excellent place.

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3 years ago

Rude service, and very slow. Left after an hour, without service and able to order a dinner.

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Ambiance was wonderful and service attentive. The food (lunch) was good, but the portions (the beef salad) tiny.

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Service and food are outstanding!! It has the feel of a traditional restaurant with white table cloths

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2 years ago

Excellent food, great service and wonderful atmosphere! Band was fantastic! 8 satisfied and happy patrons!

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Outstanding quality of food, service and ambiance. Stopped in for a quick lunch not knowing what to expect and I was blown away.

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3 years ago

Food is good and the service is outstanding. Ambiance could use a refreshing. Would recommend trying their fish.

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3 years ago

We are long term customers. They always do a good job. Their cream brûlée is delicious.

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Delicious food curbside. We ordered steaks and they were cooked perfectly. Gouda grits were excellent! Job well done!

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