We love going here - the food is always fabulous. This time I got the weekend special Osso Bucco with saffron risotto - incredible portion and quality of meat. The sautéed spinach is great too - garlicky. My husband got the chicken Parm which is always a winner. Etna Rosso Sicilian red wine was also fantastic. read more

Mezza Luna - Weekend special Osso Bucco with saffron risotto - incredible portion and quality meat - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Yum yum yum!! I took my mom here for dinner on a Friday evening, and was surprised that it wasn't its own brick and mortar (I almost passed it up). Parking is pretty scarce when you arrive so we had to park across the street (but not big deal). We made reservations and glad we did because it was pretty packed. They really maximized the space with seating but it wasn't too bad where you felt you were on top of people. We still had our privacy. I got the eggplant parmigiana which was delicious. The eggplant was nicely seasoned and crusted, YUM! My mom got the sea bass special with a lobster creamy penne pasta. She loved her dish. We definitely plan to come back for desserts. Overall, would highly recommend. read more

Mezza Luna - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Small traditional Italian family restaurant with hand made pasta and a nice selection of Italian wines. We came for lunch and really enjoyed every bite. The restaurant is in a small building shared with another business. Parking is out front. The interior is cozy and with I'll guess 10 or 15 tables. The kitchen is in view from the tables in the front room. Our waiter was efficient and helpful. We each had a main course with a glass of red wine. My wife had Pappardelle Bolognese. I had Fettuccine alla Pescotora with marinara. And my son had chicken parmigiana. We all loved our meals. They arrived quickly and were extremely fresh and delicious. It was a memorable meal and I'm glad we stumbled across this restaurant. The cost was approximately $150 for three entrees and three glasses of wine. We felt it was well worth it. We came at a quiet moment. Just one other table was occupied. But our waiter said it is normally very busy. So reservations are recommended. read more

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I was in town for a few days getting some writing done and decided to stay in Marietta. My friend who lives in Atlanta suggested we meet up for dinner at Mezza Luna and so we made a reservation. Last minute she had to cancel but I was still hungry (a girls gotta eat) so made sure to order some take out. There's a reason that this place is called the best Italian in the state of Georgia. The pasta here is fresh and even though I didn't die in the in, the decor is quaint and feels like old world Italian. Definitely a cool spot to take a date for a romantic dinner. I ordered takeout directly through the Yelp app and then drove the 15 minutes over to the restaurant. Food was ready and waiting for me when I arrived. A full order of the papardelle bolognese, which is one of the most popular dishes, fed me for 2 days. And it was delicious. I mean you really can't beat fresh pasta. It was tender and delicate. The sauce is flavorful and well seasoned and came with just the right amount of additional parmesan and fresh herbs. They also provided a piece of their focaccia bread to go with my order. The bread was very soft and a little bit doughy to my liking but definitely was a nice addition when toasted a bit. Next time I'm in the area I fully intend to dine in to get the full experience. read more

Mezza Luna - Papardelle Bolognese, focaccia takeout order - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Randomly found Mezza Luna on Apple Maps. I was in search of some good pasta. We arrived a few minutes before they opened. The ambiance was nice and the service was great. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu items. You should try their homemade noodles. The bread to start is chefs kiss! I had the fettuccine carbonara and my honey got the chicken Marsala. We will be visiting again to try more menu items soon! read more

Mezza Luna - Fettuccine Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Y'all know I don't give five stars willy-nilly, but this place shook me. It's close-your-eyes-and-try-not-to-moan delicious - every bite! At one point, I stilled myself and, with tears in my eyes, whispered that I was "having an experience." It was Saturday night, and I'm grateful I'd made reservations as the line was soon filling the parking lot. Around 7:00, a man began playing music and singing familiar songs in Italian. The space was cozy, small, and intimate with lovely wall art depicting some of my favorite spots in Italia. We started with the calamari which had a perfectly light batter and nice sauce. It was slightly under-salted, but I soon forgot all about that. They served the house focaccia next with some oil and vinegar. We were warned it was other worldly, and they were right. I cannot explain how delicious these little toasty bread morsels were. Then came the entrees: Pasta Alla Amatriciana, the fettuccini with seafood, and a special of house-made pasta with veal ragout, burrata, and fried artichokes (which I refused to share because they were take-your-clothes-off scrumptious, and I didn't trust my family's restraint). These need to be on the full-time appetizer menu! All three pasta dishes were exceptional, but the Amatriciana made with pork cheek was stellar! I will caution that I did not ask how much the special was because I assumed it'd be comparable to the other dishes, but it was $42! Oops. For my daughter's birthday, they served her two little yummy cannolis, but she also ordered the chocolate mousse cake which was exquisite! The service was flawless, the ambiance inviting, the food breathtaking, and the prices reasonable for the quality. Literally, it was the best Italian dining experience I've had since Rome. Bravo! read more

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I finally found Mt go for Italian. This spot is very quaint but also authentic. I left the gym and wanted pasta and found this place, in the cut, not bug parking lot but it's worth a date night, dinner, or even lunch. They had live entertainment and my food came fast for a to-go order and it was fresh. Service was good for a to go but the food was the highlight. I had chicken with prosciutto over pasta and it was amazing smokey and garlicky just how I imagined. I can't wait yo go back but with a date . read more

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Sunday lunchtime is the dinner menu. Lucky us.We ordered the Tomato Basil soup, Veal Saltimbocca and a Risotto (my favorite) with mushrooms. I think it's called Risotto AI funghi. I added pan-seared veal to mine. So tender. I could cut it with my fork. One of my favorite things about ML is that the food comes out so fresh and hot! No sitting on the counter, waiting to serve it. We had Americano coffees with our limoncello mascarpone layer cake. First time I realized how good their coffee is. Espresso and cappuccino are my usual go tos. Really sets us up for a sweet dessert. Cannoli, anyone? If you are looking for an outstanding local place, you will love the staff and owners/chefs at ML. read more

Mezza Luna - Risotto AI Funghi (I added Veal) - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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This Italian restaurant is definitely one of my favorites in the Smyrna area! It is a very small hole in the wall family place, with amazingly fresh tasting and authentic food! The atmosphere is very homey and intimate, perfect for date nights, girls nights, or just dinner with family. Our waiter was well versed on the menu & what wines accompanied each meal perfectly & helped up select a great wine for our meal. I give this entire experience along with the food a 10/10 Fettucine Alla Pescatora: 10/10 This pasta is to die for. It has clams, muscles & shrimp with your choice of marinara or white wine sauce. I definitely feel like the food is well worth the price! This is a must try read more

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My wife and I had an absolutely amazing time at Mezza Luna. Were were in town on business travel and found this small highly rated italian restaurant and decided to give it a try. Boy am I glad we did (reservations recommended btw so call ahead). The Restaurant is a smallish space with about 20ish tables and the kitchen is right out front behind the bar (if that makes any sense - go and you'll get it). We had reservations and were immediately sat at a table around the corner. We were immediately served a fresh batch of foccacia bread and some EXCELLENT olive oil & balsamic for dipping. We actually ate two servings of this (it does cost a little extra, but totally worth it), and we asked our server what the name of the balsamic was. He went back to the kitchen and was told 'it's a secret'. We laughed at the answer b/c it honestly made sense - it's that good. On to the food! I had the special which was a 4 cheese tortellini with a lamb ragout - truly truly delicious. I also had a side caesar which was very good. My wife had the bolognese. I can't under emphasize what I'm about to say. Literally the best bolognese I've ever had. There was so much flavor, so much spice, so much insane deliciousness that we ate the entire bowl - and its a large bowl. We ate there over a week ago and we're honestly still talking about the dish. I'm not a huge dessert person, I'd honestly rather have an additional portion of the main meal, or another drink or something - but we were so blown away by the food that I had to try the Cannoli. Damn. It was great. If you like cannnoli's - get one here. We're not going to travel to Georgia very often, but when we do, I promise - Mezza Luna WILL be on our places to eat. Mezza Luna is a must try! We can't wait to go back! read more

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This spot is awesome. It is small, quaint, homey, and very specialized service. From the moment you open the door, an aroma hits you in the face like you are walking into an Italian Grandmother's kitchen. Two adjectives I kept using throughout the experience--delightful and delicious, everything was wonderful. I started with the Watermelon Salad. It was fresh and delicious. There were some seeds but this was with fresh watermelon so that is expected. They were not stingy on the arugula, and this is a specialty salad. For my entree for lunch, I had the specialty Pasta dish of Gnocchi in Saffron Sauce with Shrimp and Lobster, and that was a-ma-zing! The Gnocchi was comforting and abundant. The shrimp were not overcooked and the Lobster was abundant. The portions are generous and you will get full. A special treat was that were were served by the Chef himself who gave us a thorough overview of the specials, and they there all excellent recommendations. We finish up with the Creme Brulee Cheesecakes, which was so, so awesome--decadent and light. The wifey and I shared it. Listen, I cannot want to return to try something else on the menu. I love how homey Mezza Luna is at this location and how endearing they are from start to finish. You feel cared for and appreciated when dining there, and that is a dining experience nowadays that is very few and far in between. You don't get this often, and I'm glad they are close to home. Parking is ample in the print lot just outside and across the street. This is a white tablecloth, classic Italian eatery, but it is so laid back that it is good for dinner, lunch, or a gathering it family. It feels and is so authentic to the experience. Bravo! read more

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We went to Mezza Luna on a spontaneous date night last night and we had a great time, as usual! We had an excellent server - she was kind, professional, and attentive. We shared a bottle of red wine, the burrata appetizer special, and a pasta dish that was a special. All were the delicious, but the pasta, especially, was wonderful! It had a creamy burrata zucchini sauce, and it was just really unique. Until next time! read more

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The food is tasty but I felt like we were treated very poorly. On our 1st attempt we were basically laughed out of the building because we didn't have a reservation, even though the bar was empty, I was told that was also reservation only....really? But fine if that's your policy, whatever. Many months later we tried their offerings at the Taste of Smyrna and decided it give it another shot. Made a reservation for 6:30, show up at 6:27 and were told the table wasn't ready and to go stand outside. Meanwhile another group shows up admitted they didn't have a reservation, wanted to 'try their luck' and were sat immediately. So despite following their rules this time we got to stand in the poorly lit parking lot next to the liquor store for 20 minutes. Again the food is good but not good enough to be treated like we were. Reservation rules should apply to everyone not just whoever you deem worthy. read more

We made a reservation for Valentine's day months in advance. When we arrived at 7:00, we were told to sit in our car and wait for a table to open up. 30 minutes later, they finally sat us. We felt rushed, and the waitress handed us our check before we even asked for it. Nothing wrong with the food here, just not the best customer service and experience. It may only be like that on busy holiday's, but oh well. read more

Humm. I went to Mezza Luna for lunch. It's a small sized restaurant with an authentic feel. They serve small bites of complementary focaccia bread, which was good. Our server was nice and the food came out very quickly. I had eggplant parmesan. The sauce was a bit heavy for me. Not close to the best I've had. They have a lot of interesting seafood items on the menu, so I'll definitely make a second trip. However, for my first time, I was a little disappointed that the basic Italian dishes weren't better. read more

Mezza Luna - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

Small place and tight quarters but excellent food, service and atmosphere. Worth the drive

Small, intimate family friendly restaurant with authentic Italian cuisine. I love Mezza Luna & always know that I'll consistently receive great food & great service. The restaurant sits on a corner of Spring Rd. & one would never think that they will get a nice trip to Italy when looking from the outside. Prepare to be pleasantly surprised. Food: I had the PAPPARDELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE which was made with homemade pasta, which was tasty. We also enjoyed the Calamari that was served with a delicious marinara. However the star of the show was the FETTUCINE ALLA PESCATORA with white wine sauce, which was recommend by the server. This pasta was so tasty you would want to lick the bowl. The flavor was amazing. We couldn't stop raving about it! Drinks: Please note that they don't serve any spirits, just wine & beer. I had a pretty stellar seasonal spritzer that did it's job. Service: I cannot remember our servers name, but he had a thick Italian accent. He was wonderful! He offered great food suggestions & wine pairing that were spot on. When we walked out, we forgot our to-go boxes & the hostess ran out to our car to be sure we had it. We really appreciated that!! Everyone knows how agonizing it is to realize that you forgot your leftovers, especially when the food is delicious. Please pay them a visit, it won't disappoint. Perfect for date night, work dinners or even a family outing. read more

Mezza Luna - Fried Calamari - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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We came here on a date night and had a wonderful time. The food was good and our server was very knowledgable and nice. We started off with the calamari, which tasted fresh and was lightly breaded. For mains we had the gnocchi and the special of the night - cheese ravioli with truffle shavings on top. the pasta was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious.Overall great experience and we would definitely come back again. read more

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It's a very quaint setting, soft lightings, cozy setting. A gentleman playing the guitar with nice dinner music. Our waiter was awesome, very polite and professional. The odd came out in a timely manner. I would skip on the calamari, it was bland, tasted like the frozen kind you buy in the store, the tomato basil soup was a little bit salty with a canned tomato sauce taste . Basically, it was ok. The in house made special pist read more

Mezza Luna - Tomato basil soup - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Excellent meal of the pasta with pork cheeks and the chicken saltimbocca, along with a glass of chianti each. It wasore then we could eat and was just delicious. We found you on Yelp and are really glad we made the detour to eat with you! read more

Mezza Luna - Pasta with pork cheeks - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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The restaurant has good Italian food with a couple of favorites like squid ink pasta and pasta Amaretra. You can get good service and eat at the bar as a solo too. read more

One of the most authentic Italian restaurant left in Atlanta. They have daily specials. Everything is good. It is a hidden gem.

One of the best Italian meals I've had in a long, long time. As someone who is gluten free, I was so happy to see they had gf pasta on the menu. I don't know what brand they use, but it is really fantastic. Their bisque was also gf which was a nice treat. Also, Italian apple cider in a seasonal spritz?! It was all just so good. read more

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"Don't expect much," my friend warned me when telling me about this place. She was referring to the exterior of the restaurant, which is completely unassuming and shares a complex with a rundown liquor and package store. As we walked indoors, we saw that things were cozy but scantly decorated. But truly, we couldn't care one whit about any of this. Because as we followed our waitress to our table, we were catching whiffs of fresh bread and pasta sauce. Focaccia is likely what we were smelling, and it's one of the first things they bring out to the table, along with a small dish of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It's served warm, with a crusty and toasted exterior, which made it nearly impossible to ration them for sopping up sauce later (note: you always have the option of getting extra bread for a small upcharge). We started with the calamari fritti, which are a thing of beauty. They look as though they've been painstakingly hand-breaded, because they're so well-coated yet extremely light. They're also hardly salted, which might compel some to think they're unseasoned. But I found them to taste just right with the accompanying sauce and a heavy spritz of lemon. We whizzed our way through our plate, which turned out to be a good thing because the pastas arrived way faster than we expected. I ordered the pappardelle alla bolognese, and my husband ordered the fettucine alla pescatora. Both were unmistakably made with fresh pasta, and we slurped happily from our respective bowls. My favorite thing about these entrees were the serving sizes. These weren't fancy plates with a tiny swirl of pasta on a big plate; instead, they felt like the generous, Italian-mama-spooned pasta bowls that are ready to fill up the most cavernous of stomach spaces. While there were no downsides to our meal, we had a bit of a scare while taking bites from my husband's dish. We both ended up nearly chipping some teeth on some loose mussel or clamshell pieces that we hadn't noticed in the sauce. So word to the wise if you order it (though I hope that doesn't scare you away - it was delicious!). The service in this family-owned restaurant is fast, friendly, and warm. I was touched that a server chased us halfway into the parking lot because we'd forgotten our leftovers at our table. read more

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Very great experience! This restaurant reminded me of one of those local neighborhood cafés in Italy, emitting a warm and cozy vibe and a family ambiance. Most of the people working there were native Italians! The bruschetta was delicious albeit had a little bit of a kick with the amount of balsamic on it. Our entrées tastes phenomenal and the portion sizes were more than sufficient to feel full. We topped it off with the amazing creme brûlée cheesecake, although all of the desserts looked so delicious we had trouble deciding. All servers had masks on during our visit and we felt very safe eating there. This restaurant was able to keep all of its people during the pandemic and still remain open. If you get a chance, visit this lovely place! read more

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Mezzq Luna was amazing! I didn't expect it to be good because generally when traveling food is just ok but the food here was next level good. It was my birthday so I was looking for a good experience and I got one. We were a group of 5 and every dish we had was so good, I wish I lived close by just so I can go again. The service was impeccable the entertainment was great and the ambiance was also good. The thing I liked least was the bread and even that was good. If I ever find myself in Smyrna or even close again I will be there! read more

Anything short of five stars for this place is ridiculous. My sister and I came here on a Friday night with a last minute reservation. We called around 6:45 and were able to get a reservation for 8. Call ahead and reserve!! Their wine menu is extensive and the waiter was very helpful in making a selection. We knew we wanted to try the bruschetta appetizer, and I decided on a classic Fettuccini (Alfredo) with shrimp for my entree. My sister got the Gnocchi Alla Vodka. For dessert we got this brûlée cheese cake that was to die for! All around, it was the best Italian food I've had in the area-- and some of the best I've ever had period. The atmosphere is that of a small, quaint family restaurant, but the quality of the food is much higher. Bravo, Mezza Luna! We will be back! read more

Mezza Luna - Bruschetta - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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I was really excited to try this place but not impressed at all . I truly think that you can judge an Italian restaurant solely on its bolognese and this place tasted comparable to chef boy r d. I was extremely disappointed that I didn't even finish my meal. I couldn't force it I also tried the seafood pasta with the white wine sauce which was pretty good. All in all, I probably will not return. read more

Sooo good!! Looks small and random on the outside but on the inside it's homey and cozy, maybe a little cramped. Lovedd both our pastas and the desert was amazing! Our server was great and everything was clean and neat. Some of the best pasta I've had! read more

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The food and wine always hit the right notes. They were able to get us in on short notice (reservations are encouraged) and everyone was happy. Love this tucked away small restaurant! read more

Nestled in a corner of Smyrna is a very tasty and quaint Italian restaurant. The entrees were really good and the eggplant was cooked to perfection with a slight crisp. Atmosphere is cozy and romantic, making this perfect for a first date or any date night. read more

Mezza Luna - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

I don't live in Atlanta but this is one of my favorite neighborhood establishments in any city. Delicious and reasonably priced Italian food on a congenial atmosphere. Chicken saltambuca and calamari are two of my favorites. Last 2 times I was in there they had live music. A really nice touch. read more

We decided to try something different and came across Mezza Luna on yelp. We ordered takeout online. The website was user friendly and easy to navigate. The restaurant is located in a small parking lot with tight parking, the lot was close to full capacity and the small restaurant was very busy. When I walked in to get my food the staff was friendly and the food was ready to go. I ordered the Seabass with Angel Hair Pasta and my husband ordered the Salmon piccata with spaghetti. My seabass was absolutely delicious and a nice size, it was the most flavorful that I have ever had. The angel hair pasta was ok could have been a lot better, too oily for my liking. My husband's Salmon was seasoned very well also but he didn't like the spaghetti. The complimentary bread had a good taste but had a tad bit too much oil. I'm glad we tried the food at Mezza Luna finally. The fish was excellent, I would come back specifically for the fish the pasta I was not as impressed with. Next time I will try something different. read more

Mezza Luna - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

This was my first time giving the place a try. It's an authentic, no frills Italian restaurant. It's white table cloth but not pretentious design. The service was a bit chaotic. Wasn't greeted with warmth from front staff and they looked slammed with takeout orders. I ordered and was ignored for a while. I don't really need a lot of attention but check in please. Food was well portioned and plated but lacked a bit of something. I ordered the pappardelle alla bolognese (homemade pasta/meat sauce). I ordered it spicy style. It had a great pasta texture and kick but lacked salt. I shouldn't have to add that. The lasagna was tastier because the cheese added depth. The Caesar salad with homemade dressing was ok but fell short. It was literally huge pieces of romaine and parmigiana. Anchovies were $4 more , hard eye roll . I'm on a pursuit to find the best Italian restaurant that Cobb has to offer. This was ok at best. read more

Mezza Luna - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

We went for dinner on Friday for my husband's birthday. Food was good and ambience was cozy. The reason for 1 star? Service...our WAITER INCREASED THE TIP I left him from $20 to $24. The service was lacking to say the least (rude). I happened to check my receipt against my cc charges and was surprised to find this discrepancy. I went to the restaurant today and spoke to the manager/owner Anthony who refunded $5 and apologized. He said he would speak to this waiter who he says has been with the restaurant for year/ year 1/2. I can't imagine keeping a staff member knowing that they stole from a customer. Who knows if he's done this to other customers who typically don't keep their receipt or check their statements. How many of you check your receipts against your cc statements from a restaurant? I've never had this happen before but from now on, I will always keep a copy of my receipt to double check for possible theft. read more

Service was good. Had a reservation. Seated right away. First time here. Server was great with recommendations and info on menu. Enjoyed all of our food. Clean and comfortable dining room. read more

A 5 star experience awaits. Mezza Luna is a hidden gem and the undisputed champion of Italian food in Smyrna. The atmosphere is quaint, as the restaurant is somewhat small. The service is always fantastic. The staff is super knowledgeable when it comes to the food and beverage menu. There are always specials and something new going on. A must visit location. read more

Mezza Luna - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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Service and food was excellent. You should consider moving to a bigger space it was a little cramped and you could not enjoy the live music.

I cannot recall where, but I saw some reviews for this place a couple of years back and I said I was always going to go and check it out, so when my friend hit me up and said hey dinner is on me, I looked through my Yelp bookmarks, saw this place, just happened to be in the mood for Italian, and I said let's go. This is definitely a reservation type of restaurant, I do not think you could even walk-in without waiting for half and hour to an hour. There is very limited seating, and that is the reason I am giving this place a four, our table was next to the bar, and when I say next to the bar, there were people on bar stools behind my friend, servers continually reaching for stuff behind me that was laid out on the bar, and we had to position our chairs to the right of the not so big table so that our heads did not hit the bar, because they were parallel with it. Outside of that, this place was great, and I still find it hard to believe that an hour and a half went by so quickly while we were here, because it did not take long at all for our food to get to our table, and when I saw FRESH! I had one of their dish of the days, it had a lot of pesto, and I very much like pesto and did not really see anything on their menu that offered it, so when the server mentioned it I was very happy. It was soooo filling, and I would say took less then 5 minutes from the time I ordered it to come out on the table. The desert was great too, though I wish I would have got what my friend had. I got the Limoncello cake - Layered cake with limoncello liquor and marscarpone cheese and she had Crème Brûlée Cheesecake, which I have had before at other places and very much like, and probably should have stuck to what I knew, but I wanted to try something different since we were already here. I did not have any of the wine, but they had a lot of options, so much so that the entire back of the menu was nothing but drinks. The server was very kind and offered to go over it, but I declined, and he was very attentive and social, by far one of the nicest servers I've had anywhere I have been. I will absolutely be back again! read more

Delicious Italian restaurant! Service was fantastic also. Ambiance was beautiful, they had a singer on Saturday night. Best pasta I've had in this area. read more

Mezza Luna - Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

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