Pasta Luna

I had just returned for a visit from living in China and was looking forward to a good Italian meal. I was encouraged that the restaurant had been selected by voters in some pole as Richmonds Best Italian Restaurant. Of course, the Police Academy movies were popular, didnt make em good.\r I was informed that the dishes would be served family style. I was a little reticent to share as I immediately zeroed in on the veal saltimbocca, a huge favorite of mine.\r My sister ordered an Australian red and when tasting thought it was a bit too sharp and vinegary (! Agreed) and ventured that it had turned. The sommelier? insisted that he drinks this Syrah often and it just needs to breathe. He even begged a bit and pronounced it just fine. It did mellow a bit with some air, but I dont believe it was entirely right.\r The salad and bread arrived and were acceptable and then came the big copper pans of the various entrees. The chicken dish was ok and the pasta dishes were acceptable but the saltimbocca, well it was veal, but not saltimbocca.\r Let me explain, ideally the veal should be pounded flat, dusted in lightly seasoned flour, folded over a sage leaf and proscioutto, secured with toothpicks, and sauteed. A sauce should be made from the fond left from the cooking, white wine, and broth. Luna's version was slices of veal that appeared to be cooked in a boring tomato sauce and covered with melted cheese.\r The tiramisu was good enough, but it was likely the highlight. I didnt complain as I wasn't paying, but I wouldnt recommend the place if youre the mood for authentic Italian cuisine. Pros: Desert Cons: Authenticity more

I had just returned for a visit from living in China and was looking forward to a good Italian meal. I was encouraged that the restaurant had been selected by voters in some pole as Richmonds Best Italian Restaurant. Of course, the Police Academy movies were popular, didnt make em good. I was informed that the dishes would be served family style. I was a little reticent to share as I immediately zeroed in on the veal saltimbocca, a huge favorite of mine. My sister ordered an Australian red and when tasting thought it was a bit too sharp and vinegary (! Agreed) and ventured that it had turned. The sommelier? insisted that he drinks this Syrah often and it just needs to breathe. He even begged a bit and pronounced it just fine. It did mellow a bit with some air, but I dont believe it was entirely right. The salad and bread arrived and were acceptable and then came the big copper pans of the various entrees. The chicken dish was ok and the pasta dishes were acceptable but the saltimbocca, well it was veal, but not saltimbocca. Let me explain, ideally the veal should be pounded flat, dusted in lightly seasoned flour, folded over a sage leaf and proscioutto, secured with toothpicks, and sauteed. A sauce should be made from the fond left from the cooking, white wine, and broth. Luna's version was slices of veal that appeared to be cooked in a boring tomato sauce and covered with melted cheese. The tiramisu was good enough, but it was likely the highlight. I didnt complain as I wasn't paying, but I wouldnt recommend the place if youre the mood for authentic Italian cuisine. Pros: Desert Cons: Authenticity more

Went with a group of 6, all orders messed up, waitress did not get drinks, food, or desert right, did not have wine or appatizer we wanted. Place is expensive, too expensive for crapy service. Service better at my own home! Pros: seated promptly Cons: Service, price more

Went with a group of 6, all orders messed up, waitress did not get drinks, food, or desert right, did not have wine or appatizer we wanted. Place is expensive, too expensive for crapy service. Service better at my own home! Pros: seated promptly Cons: Service, price more

We visited this restaurant last week and had the worst service we've ever encountered in a quality restaurant. First, the server was arguing with another server, then came up with only one menu. She brought the appetizers with no plates and disappeared. Then the main course arrived at the same time! This meant the main course was stuck on a hotplate and dried up when we asked for it. Also a clean fork was requested which did not arrive for some time - I already grabbed one from an empy table! We had asked for a wine list but the waitress never asked if we wanted wine. At the end she asked if y'all want something else.... by which time we were so disgusted we left leaving three complaints - none of which were addressed. Excellent food - appalling service. Pros: Good food Cons: Appalling service more

We visited this restaurant last week and had the worst service we've ever encountered in a quality restaurant. First, the server was arguing with another server, then came up with only one menu. She brought the appetizers with no plates and disappeared. Then the main course arrived at the same time! This meant the main course was stuck on a hotplate and dried up when we asked for it. Also a clean fork was requested which did not arrive for some time - I already grabbed one from an empy table! We had asked for a wine list but the waitress never asked if we wanted wine. At the end she asked if y'all want something else.... by which time we were so disgusted we left leaving three complaints - none of which were addressed. Excellent food - appalling service. Pros: Good food Cons: Appalling service more

My husband and I sat outside and the music was so loud we could not hear ourselves talk. We had to ask three times to have it turned down. I ordered manicotti and I am positive that it was not real cheese inside. It was the worst food I have ever had. My husband ordered gnotti and was no better. It is so over priced too. I will never eat there again. Cons: expensive, bad food, bad service more

My husband and I sat outside and the music was so loud we could not hear ourselves talk. We had to ask three times to have it turned down. I ordered manicotti and I am positive that it was not real cheese inside. It was the worst food I have ever had. My husband ordered gnotti and was no better. It is so over priced too. I will never eat there again. Cons: expensive, bad food, bad service more