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    Luna Cocina Mexicana

    4.4 (32 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Mindy M.

    I'm happy that I finally had the opportunity to try this place. The service was great. We were promptly great and seated upon arrival. The food was quite tasty and the prices seemed reasonable. We ordered the chicharron de queso, suadero, and pescado tacos. The tacos were delicious. It was $22 for 4 tacos and you could select 2 different flavours. They didn't skimp on the meat and toppings so it was filling. The chicharron de queso was just a big shell of crispy deep fried cheese. It came with salsa and guacamole. It was good but I wouldn't get it again next time. I'd rather spend $21 on a different item. There's a parking lot out front but it's not very big. I could see parking being a challenge on a very busy night. I liked the colour scheme and decor. It went with their brand and vibe. Looking forward to coming back again!

    Avril D.

    The food is authentic and the flavors are amazing. I love the menu and the different amazing options. The decor is very unique and I love that it is very original. Gave it a great vibe. The service was amazing and they always checked on us and offered water.

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    Erika G.

    This might get a little bit confusing but Luna used to be called Huma. Huma opened in 2015 and quickly rose to be one of the most favoured Mexican restaurants in the city. Then, quite suddenly and for no apparent reason, Huma closed. However, the closure was brief and the restaurant re-opened as the newly reborn Luna. Same location, practically the same menu, same chef. (Chef Mariel!) I'm not sure what mysterious circumstances lead to all of this but I do know that the restaurant is open once again and thriving! The Edmonton Journal named Luna the Best Mexican Restaurant 2020 and for a city with many different Mexican options this says quite a lot. I visited on a Saturday evening and joined the rest of their customers in the packed house. Located on a busy corner in Hazeldean, one would likely not assume that such a good Mexican restaurant exists in a strip mall with traffic buzzing by. But it does, and you can't possibly miss their bright purple awning and signage. The vibrancy carries to the inside, where you are met with a colourful feast for the eyes. Everywhere that you look is something bright and beautiful to see. My favourite part of the decor might be the massive and gorgeous mural that features many creatures, best of all being Chef Mariel herself riding an axolotl. (It might not be Chef Mariel but I've decided that it is.) Beyond the mural, there's a monochrome hot pink feature wall full of interesting Mexican knickknacks. I also really love the sparkling star-shaped pendent lighting in the center of the room. Really, wherever you look there is something interesting to see. The care and detail that went into creating this space is over the top. It's really special. Seated at our table, our friendly server was extremely attentive even though literally every table in the restaurant became occupied during our visit. You could tell that there were a large number of regulars and that there was a mutual familiarity in the air among the customers. People love Luna and it's their place. To drink, you know that they've got beer like Corona and Sol and that margaritas are number one. (I'm getting a margarita next time for sure!) But they also serve Horchata ($4.50) which is my non-alcoholic favourite and I needed to try Luna's version. Served in a nice big glass, this might have been some of the best horchata that I've ever tasted. Flavoured with rice, cinnamon, vanilla, and almonds, this horchata was creamy and full of flavour. The nuttiness and hint of spice really came though! Certainly not watered down, this is the horchata that you need in your life. Three different types of salsa were also delivered to our table to use with... Anything. All of it! Roja, Verde, and Habanero. Two were green and one was red, each featuring a different level of spice. All delicious. The starter section of the menu is full of things that you want to eat. It's kinda difficult to choose only one. I noted the queso fundido which reminded me of a trip that I took to Mexico with friends where we all became obsessed with ordering the very same dish. However, the most famous item on Luna's menu as got to be the Chicharrón de Queso (A giant cornucopia of crispy cheese. Served with pico de gallo and guacamole - $20.00) which might be one of the most impressive things that you'll ever see. This thing must be seen to be believed. When you notice this dish traveling around the room and being delivered to other tables it's the sort of visual that makes you say "what is that?!" First of all, it's huge. One of my co-diners called it the "cheese arm" because you could literally slide your entire arm into the cheese tube. You know how when you're cooking a grilled cheese sandwich and the best part is when some of the cheese gets all fried and crispy on the pan? That's what this entire thing is. They have harnessed the power of what everyone actually wants in a cheese experience and it is being delivered. I've never seen anything like it before but let me tell you, ripping off chunks of crispy cheese and using it like a chip to scoop up perfectly-made guacamole and pico de gallo was an absolutely satisfying experience. Most of the cheese was very crispy but sometimes I'd hit little areas that still contained some chew. Definitely a dish to share, this thing is every cheese-lovers dream. I really liked that part of the menu is dedicated to Mexican street food and I really wanted to sample something from this section. This is where you'll find the Mexican corn that so many of us love. I decided to try the Taco Arabe (Marinated pork cooked on the traditional Trompo (upright grill), shaved onto a flour tortilla. Served with Salsa de Chipotle and lime - $7.00). My first thought upon seeing this dish was "that's it?" But then I tasted it and the simplicity of it all made sense. A trompo cooks the meat on a vertical spit, similarly to the way that shawarma or donair is cooked. So you can imagine that shaving off succulent, juicy, caramelized

    Welcoming & delicious. Everything from cocktails to food to dessert to service was amazing. Looking forward to coming back.

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    Ashley O.

    We stopped by Lunas for a quick bite and ended up staying for the cocktails and more food. The service was great, and seemed very family oriented. The lime margarita was not to sweet and not too tart, and hand poured (no pre mix here). The chalupas were covered in a delicious sauce. We had the pastor tacos and carne asada - tacos were pretty tasty and met all the standards, but I found them to be a bit on the pricey side for what they were. That said, I would definitely go back for more! The salsas had three heat levels, and although I typically like my salsa hot, the mild salsa verde was delicious. If you like Mexican food and want a fun chill spot to meet up with some friends, you should definitely try Lunas!

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    Chantal A.

    Very authentic Mexican cuisine with lots of gluten free options. Several vegetarian options and other modifications available as well. The ingredients were simple and fresh. The hot sauces were very flavourful and delicious - I highly recommend trying one of each! You can't go wrong with any of the taco flavours. We were lucky enough to meet the owner who revamped the restaurant after some changes in her personal life. If you're looking to support a female and Mexican-owned business, look no further! You'll feel good about spending your money here. Don't forget to bring your camera for this instagram-worthy location.

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    Exceptional service/food, staff and ambiance Will definetly return over and over. Authentic Mexican food

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    This place is so good! Get the deep fried cheese thing, it's amazing. Real authentic flavours and friendly staff.

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    Tremendous the food is very delicious, very fresh taste is spot on would absolutely recommend great atmosphere very wonderful service!

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    This place is like a 7star hotel that one could kick back and relax resting assured that all is good

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    3 years ago

    Food was ok tasty wise but very pricey.The staff was very nice and friendly.drop your prices and I'll come back!!

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    Good food good service good tequila. Feel like it was in Mexico. The place was packed

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    3 years ago

    Great atmosphere. Delicious food. We went for my sons birthday dinner and he had a great time. Thanks.

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    The best Mexican restaurant in Edmonton! Food, drinks, service and ambience is incredible.

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    It's a bit niche and over hyped but it is good. I still would recommend it. It's just not for me personally.

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