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    Luna Grill University Center

    4.4 (475 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    LUNA GRILL UNIVERSITY CENTER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Yolanda S.

    This restaurant is situated in the Irvine Market Palace. I appreciated how fresh all the ingredients were, and the service was both fast and friendly. While the portions are on the smaller side, and it's perhaps not the most authentic Mediterranean cuisine I've tried, it's still a good option for lunch!

    BYOB BOWL! With lamb and beef gyro meat
    Tiffany A.

    Another delicious catering delivered from Luna grill! Their koobideh kabob is soooo freaking good. It's hard to order from anywhere else when I know how delicious their grass fed koobideh is. Every ingredient is consistently fresh and my coworkers also mentioned the food was exceptional.

    Shen Y.

    For international students in the US, eating is harder than exams. In the difficulty coefficient of survival, the technical skill of ordering takeout far surpasses most open-note multiple-choice exams--especially when you're like me, without a driver's license, confining your radius of activity to a five-scooter battery, while your stomach yearns for the simple pleasures of life. Wandering through UTC, I was drawn to a colorful Greek grill. After a $200 dive into the unknown, I gradually figured out the survival rules of Luna Grill. Their signature chicken breast seems to be a test of willpower, specially designed for fitness enthusiasts. As I stared at this pale, stubborn piece of protein, I suddenly understood why bullfrogs are so fond of sharing inspirational quotes--without a bit of mental fortitude, it's truly hard to reconcile with a texture that's tough yet not tender, and dry yet not fragrant. As a non-fitness person, my first impulse after finishing was to bow in salute to all my friends who lift weights. Their rice, on the other hand, is a modern art form in the world of grains. It's neither as soft and glutinous as Asian rice nor as loose as basmati. Every grain maintains its stubborn independence, as if declaring to you: "We refuse to be defined, and we refuse to be cooked." This semi-raw texture, paired with the equally eccentric chickpea fritters, is like participating in an obstacle course in your mouth. It's hard to swallow, and hard to spit out. But the most exciting part is the sauce blind box. The Harissa sauce is like a watercolor painting where the artist mistakenly used chili powder as paint, and the Garlic Fetta is just pungent. That is, until I met Tzatziki--the yogurt sauce mixed with chopped cucumber, which finally became a sanctuary for my taste buds. Paired with the burrata salad hiding peaches and pecans, it's a perfect balance of sweet and savory, bringing maximum happiness. I finally get it: ordering at Luna Grill is like choosing classes; you can't just rely on the course description, you have to check the reviews. But compared to the perpetually soggy takeout fries (a sincere suggestion: fry lovers, just navigate directly to In-N-Out), at least the shrimp and grilled vegetables here can help me maintain a basic love for life.

    Alan N.

    Luna Grill at University Center is a solid spot for Mediterranean food, though the dining space is pretty small and often filled with UCI students studying. There can be a line, but ordering ahead on the app makes things much easier. The portions here are huge, so definitely come hungry or plan to take leftovers. Great option for a quick and filling meal!

    Unfortunately, this place has gone downhill. The portions have noticeably gotten smaller, especially considering the $20 price tag. The rice was undercooked and had an unpleasant flavor, which made up most of the dish. The chicken portion was disappointing as well--only three to four small chunks of chicken breast. To make matters worse, the cucumber and tomatoes were old and wilted, clearly past their prime. Overall, the quality does not match the price, and it feels like costs are going up while quality continues to decline.

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    4 years ago

    great food when you're near campus at UCI. Brianna is great and super nice/helpful.

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    3 years ago

    Very good food, and very good service. The workers are very nice and helpful. I have been here two nights in a row!!!!.

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    3 years ago

    Great Service and food! I been hear twice with my team the food has always been amazing.

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    4 years ago

    We've been eating at Luna Grill since they opened over 10 years ago. Never disappointed and the food is always delicious and healthy.

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    4 years ago

    I ordered the classic luna vida bowl and loved how fresh it tasted. great customer service by mimi as well. Will be coming back.

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    4 years ago

    They have a nice and outgoing staff and the food is always consistent. Highly recommend eating here.

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    4 years ago

    I love Luna grill . The healthiest food around uci. People are nice and @meme is amazing!

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    3 years ago

    the food is always so good, I love the team they always make you feel welcomed, especially Morgan!

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    4 years ago

    The pita is sooo delicious! Mimi's friendly demeanor was very welcoming. The chicken plate is worth Every bite!

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    3 years ago

    The food is great here. Healthy. Great outdoor seating for kids ! Mimi has excellent customer service !! The chicken is my favorite

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    3 years ago

    Mel and team were great! All our food came out in a timely manner and was just delish!

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    3 years ago

    Delicious tonight! And the added bonus was the great service provided by Dani and Brianna!

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    3 years ago

    I love their gyro bowl. Their food is always fresh and taste is on point. Friendly workers, nice environment, and very yummy food :)

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    The food here was great and shoutout to Brianna for her excellent service and knowledge of the menu.

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