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    Luna Bistro Cafe

    4.3 (653 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Live music
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    The best thing about my first time was the Cadillac Margarita.
    Stacey J.

    We tried this restaurant when someone else recommended it. It was impressive for the first 10 minutes. We were greeted and seated quickly. A very kind young man came over to take our order for drinks and appetizers. He said our server was very busy but wanted us to get orders in. HE WAS RIGHT! It took about 10 minutes to get our drinks and wings. After that it was all down hill. Our server took another 30 minutes to take our food order AFTER the kind young man had just left from taking our order. The chicken wings, Margarita, and beer were delicious. The dinner was average, I had a chicken sandwich and it was blah, and the fries were warm at best. My friend had spicy shrimp fried rice. The shrimp will go home for tomorrow's breakfast. It took another 30 minutes to have the kind young man ask if we were ready for the bill and a box for the shrimp. 5 minutes later, our server shows up. What's so strange is she was super sweet but so very disconnected from our needs. We said we would return and sit at the bar. It seemed they had better service. But we won't order meals because the $80 would be wasted. It's a chill vibe and had a nice decor. I wouldn't recommend sitting in a booth where the server ignores you.

    Debbie P.

    Came here for my birthday and to check the restaurant out after a friend recommended it, and I'm so glad we did! First, we ordered the ceviche since it's one of their popular dishes. It can be spicy, so if you don't like spice, make sure to ask your server to make it mild or leave the spice out completely. We ordered ours with no spice, and it was very good! My mom and I split a Smashburger, which was more than enough food for me. The burger was delicious, juicy, and moist. The atmosphere here is great! It's fun, lively, and they even have music playing, which really adds to the experience. Since it was my birthday, they brought me a flan with a sparkler. They charge $1 for it, which I'm assuming is for the sparkler, but it was such a nice little birthday touch. I would definitely come back again! One thing to keep in mind is that they fill up pretty quickly, so I recommend getting there early. They also do not take reservations on weekends. Overall, a fun place with great food and a lively atmosphere. Definitely worth checking out!

    Leslie Y.

    They're always ready to serve up a satisfying meal in a beautiful setting. We especially love the two outdoor patios, which became our default meeting spot with friends to watch the World Cup games. The servers were always hospitable. The only strike against the restaurant is that the food was only mediocre. It's not bad, but it's certainly no match for the lovely setting.

    Sandy K.

    I met my financial advisor here for happy hour since he recommended it. There's a small parking lot in front of the business and I was fortunate to secure a prime parking space. I arrived before him and grabbed a table around 4 pm on a Friday. I was happy to see that the entire intimate restaurant was open seating for happy hour, and the receptionist sat me at a booth immediately. Tip - If you prefer to dine alfresco there two exterior patios. There's a variety of mix drinks, bottle beer, and house wines discounted during happy hour, and they even offer their specialty drinks at $5.00 off their regular prices. In addition, there's a nice variety of HH food entrees that are served with generous portions We ordered sliders, salmon bites, chorizo nachos, and shrimp ceviche. Everything was yummy and the service from our friendly waiter was spot on. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience here for happy hour and would definitely return here in the future.

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    Charrise L.

    Early dinner on a Saturday night. We were lucky to get a parking spot and a table. The place was packed and the music was pumping. Ordered the mango lemonade, which wasn't anything special. Didn't taste the mango at all; just lemonade. Ordered the Eggplant Burger with fries. It was a good size and delicious too. The brioche bun was soft and fresh and the slice of eggplant was generous. We had a great time. Ok, bye.

    Jazzmine M.

    Another five-star experience! This review is specifically for my experience hosting a large party (25+ guests) on their patio. The manager, Kelli, was incredibly friendly and helpful from start to finish. He created special menus for our event and was so accommodating with our requests to bring a cake, set up a bouquet bar, and decorate the space. The owner, Danny, was as kind as ever and checked in on us throughout the evening to make sure everything was going smoothly. Our server, Karla, was fantastic! Attentive, organized, and did an amazing job taking care of such a large group. As for the food, every single guest had something positive to say. Everyone commented on the generous portions, nice presentation, and incredible quality. Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. Hosting a party for this many people can be stressful, but the entire team made it effortless. Their hospitality, attention to detail, and outstanding food made the evening truly special. I wouldn't hesitate to host another event here, and I highly recommend them for both a great meal and any special occasion!

    Russ L.

    My group of friend we to Luna Bistro Cafe last night and wanted to share our experience. We opted to sit on the outside patio as it was a bit loud inside. The Spanish Shrimp and Mussel to start were wonderful but sadly did not get a picture. It goes well with the Guacamole and Chips. The Salmon Al pastor and it had great flavor. I loved the flavor of the blackened honey glaze salmon. The steak tacos were good, a little messy to eat and fell apart but full of good tasting ingredients. The Enchiladas is also delicious. We finished off the meal with the flan. I've never been one that loves flan but I couldn't stop eating it. The berries, nuts and glaze on the plate paired with the flan was delish. I definitely think this is a great spot, such a cool venue and great outdoor space. My only criticism was the service. It was very spotty. I do think they are understaffed but we understand.

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    Ingrid M.

    The ambiance is nice - makes you feel like you are in Tulum. Plenty of parking .... Lots of seating including outdoor & pet friendly. They were doing their social media postings so lots of filming. Food is good . Happy hour menu is great, along with the lengthy hour 2-5:30!! The service is horrible! It's the second time we've had the same girl and she is slow. When you see your drinks sitting at the bar well for 10 minutes & then need to ask them and still need to wait ... it's also poor service when they bring two of three meals and we wait for the third for 10 more minutes still waiting also for our drinks...... also waiting for our ceviche. The restaurant was not busy nor was it crowded. Usually the waitress ask if you'd like anything else before happy hour ends but ours did not . Don't think this is a go back to place if we do we will ask not have her be our waitress.

    Julia J.

    We Went back brunch with Daughter today Great food, nice service with nice restaurants . Like their foods & music, we enjoyed our lunch time

    Egg and chorizo Benedict with potatoes
    Veronica B.

    This review is for their brunch menu! Came here on a Saturday morning at 11am and it wasn't busy yet which was great because my friend and I got sat right away. The restaurant itself gives off very much Tulum vibes! Very boho with lots of cute greenery plants! Really loved the aesthetics of the place! I ordered the spam and egg fried rice and my friend got the chorizo and egg Benedict. Both plates delicious. Although I would have loved more spam with my fried rice. I'm Filipino and I love spam! lol..Overall I give the food 8/10! Definitely a good spot for a date or a brunch with the gals. Did see multiple groups of girls enjoying a few mimosas here and there! Place had good vibes. Staff were friendly. I would like to come for an evening dinner here and was told that sometimes they have live music! So I'll definitely return.

    Elizabeth R.

    Food: 9/10 Service: 8/10 Ambiance: 20/10!!! This is a review for their happy hour experience, which was PHENOMENAL. The service was on point. The interior design is immaculate and makes you feel like you're transported to Tulum or another coastal Mexican city. And the food is a tad salty but overall incredible.

    Gabriel H.

    Stopped by here, after the Sideline Social event! And wow this place did not disappoint! All the food options are so scrumptious, ceviche is a must have and the pastas all sound delicious, beers are cold! BE sure to make reservations this spot gets packed! Live band made for such an excellent meal experience.. Also it was a Litto humid In there, overall highly recommend!

    Ceviche was bomb
    Lucy T.

    The atmosphere was really cute! The server was very nice The ceviche was delicious and spicy! I ordered the shrimp tacos and they had the best flavor! The tacos were a little bit spicy and cooked to perfection with the best salsa. I was impressed with the salad because it had cranberries and walnuts with a delicious vinaigrette. This is a great place to go to as a group or on a date!

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    Ask the Community - Luna Bistro Cafe

    Where can I find a menu? Their website doesn't have it

    Hi Dianne, I posted a picture of the menu on my yelp review. you can check it out.

    Do you have a corkage fee?

    Yes $30 for wine and champagne

    I hear the patio is open now! Is there a brunch menu?

    Not yet, the staff said soon though! Probably by mid September:)

    What time is Happy Hour?

    Mon-Fri 2pm -5:30pm

    Do you do reservations?

    I keep calling and they haven't answered my calls. I don't see any other way to make reservations

    Can you make a reservation?

    Luna Bistro Cafe takes reservations Monday - Thursday. Friday - Sunday is first come, first serve. Source - Luna hostess

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    This was my first time at this establishment, and I have very mixed feelings about the experience…read more The food was very good and the drinks were creative, but I really wish the service had been better. We sat at the bar, and I expected to receive service from the bartender, but he didn't acknowledge us for the entire night. Instead, our server took our order. After a while, she informed us that the crispy rice we ordered was sold out. She mentioned that the bartender was supposed to let us know, but he never did. What made the experience more uncomfortable was that the bartender seemed to be giving most of his attention to the Caucasian customers on the other side of the bar. We were the only Asian customers there, and unfortunately, this left us feeling like we were being treated differently because of our race. The good food and drinks helped compensate for the poor service, so we decided not to let it ruin our evening. However, things got even more disappointing at the end. After I paid, I noticed that I had been charged for the crispy rice even though we never received it. When our server tried to address the issue, the bartender appeared to ignore both her and us, so we eventually left. I hope management sees this review and reaches out to me to address the overcharge and the overall experience. Overall, although the food and drinks were good, the service and the way we were treated left a very negative impression. Unfortunately, I will not be returning.

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