Nestled in the heart of London, La Luna di Luca is a true gem for lovers of authentic Italian cuisine.Upon entering, the warm and welcoming atmosphere immediately sets the tone for an unforgettable dining experience. The menu at La Luna di Luca is a celebration of traditional Italian flavors, crafted with passion and expertise. From classic pasta dishes like homemade tagliatelle al ragù to mouthwatering pizzas, each dish is a testament to the restaurant's commitment to authenticity.Both Martina and Luca go above and beyond to ensure that every diner feels like a cherished guest, providing recommendations with genuine enthusiasm and ensuring that every need is met with a smile.Thank you very much!
F P
The place is awesome - we come here all the time!
Kathleen Howell
We had an early evening meal at La Luna Di Luca and were the only people there as it had just opened. We had a baby in a pushchair in our group of 4. The hostess was very helpful, moving furniture to give us space for the buggy. We started with the artichoke salad special which was delicious pieces of artichoke heart topped with generous thin slices of parmesan. The pizzas we ordered were big enough to share and were the best we could remember. The dough was beautifully cooked, light and crusty. We had the Toscana and the Quartre Formagio, both really tasty. We had a pleasant red wine to accompany them. We don't normally have dessert but shared an excellent Tiramisu and Ice creams Afrogato with liqueurs, perfect. Service was relaxed and nicely timed.
Sohaib Rida arilla
Been there on a Sunday night,we have had a Vitello tonnato and I pizza , I have to say it was really delicious ,we will definitely come
Mohammad Noie Pirzaman
We have been at la luna di luca with my kids the food is very tasty,very nice atmosphere we will definitely come
Michael Lynagh
Pizza just arrived. I have attached pictures. What a disaster. Delivered upside down. Love the taste of cardboard with my pizza.
EatLike a’Local
Arrived in Richmond late on a Saturday afternoon and from the taxi noticed a nice looking wine bar and opposite, an Italian restaurant. The wine bar didn’t serve food, so we crossed the road to La Luna Di Luca. We were fortunate to get a table (without a booking) and enjoyed seeing so many family groups dining out together. The menu has many flavours from Sardinia and we really enjoyed the Tagliatelle al Ragu and the Mallureddus Campidanese (Sardinian pasta with sausage) - both expertly cooked al dente. The rocket and pomegranate salad complemented the pasta perfectly. The moreish rosé was exactly as the owner described it - fruity and dry. I would like to drink it again!The only downside was the unexpected “optional” 12.5% service charge - the highest we’ve come across on this trip. We’d definitely eat here again - the pizzas looked very good too.
Jeremy Connick
First time here - food is really authentic and delicious. I had a crab linguini that was pretty perfect. Hint of chilli and bursting with crab flavour. If you’re in a rush it may be not be the place for you, but if you want to enjoy amazing food and take your time in true Italian fashion then try it.
Henry C
Pizza was outstanding, I also had calamari which was delish. The staff were very kind and it was a very welcoming atmosphere. Would definitely come again and recommend coming. Thanks for having me.
Guy B
Just moved into charming area of Richmond Hill 2 weeks ago and thought we would check it out for early evening dinner as it is the nearest restaurant to our house. Looks very good for Al fresco outside dining. The pizza quality is a high standard with beautiful pizza bread and great tomato basil flavouring. However we were a bit startled by the bill. We didn’t drink any alcohol and just requested a bottle of still water. We were charged a massive £6 for a bottle of water. We were overcharged for pizza fungi at £14.50 instead of the £13.50 price on the menu. So although the dining experience was quite enjoyable be careful because the establishment is a bit sly with their overcharging.
We have dined here many times. Sometimes the service of certain staff really lets this place down, but it’s a pretty spot and the food is really great. As a family of vegans and vegetarians we really appreciate that they are flexible in the dishes they make for us.
GL0nd0n
We've been going to La Luna for ages so I thought I'd better write a review at long last. The title sums it up. This was prompted by a (typically) knock out meal on our visit last week. We had sublime scallops - fresh, sweet and succulent; spaghetti alle vongole with fa,t juicy clams and finished with a stellar panna cotta which was heavenly (their signature dessert). This was washed down with a very decent Gavi, typical of the very good value wine list. The cooking is perfectly executed and the impeccably fresh, seasonal, ingredients are allowed to shine. Remind you of anywhere? That riverside gaff in Hammersmith? Minus the ££££? La Luna has a delightful outside terrace, it also serves top pizzas and the friendly, attentive service is presided over by the lovely Martina. Just go.
Manas Datta
So, the food was ok, and the pricing is reasonable as well. But the service is so appalling you wonder how this place is still in business. We weren't handed menus (we got them ourselves from the counter), ordering took forever. And then the food took about 45 minutes to arrive. The restaurant wasn't even that busy. Then one of our group didn't get her food with the rest of us. We needed to remind them to get the last pizza. Then it looks like they forgot to charge us for it as well. And in the end, they wouldn't do multiple transactions to split the bill either. And they had the audacity to charge 12.5% on the bill, which in hindsight we should have refused to pay.There are better places to go than this one.
MitchOLynnStarr
Have ordered the (really excellent) pizzas from here (Deliveroo) and been very pleased indeed with everything but as we live a couple of miles away, we’d never actually visited. To cheer my wife up after a rubbish week at work, I persuaded her we should get out for an impromptu evening out and we drove to La Luna to try it out, without making any reservation. The restaurant was full bar one table for two, just vacated. The lady manager quickly tidied it up and invited us to sit down. The place was now full and enjoyably busy but we got served pretty quickly and the aforementioned lady ensured we were not forgotten. We had calamari (beautiful, fresh and perfectly cooked, not the pre-frozen garbage often served up elsewhere) with a spiky sweet chilli sauce, followed by two outstanding pasta dishes and a generous, extremely fresh rocket salad. We shared a chocolate afogato and a very good, well chilled bottle of Italian white. The bill came in about £40 below my expectation, even after the optional service charge which was fully earned by our charming, friendly and efficient server. I really couldn’t fault anything and my wife was very much happier when we left than she had been when we arrived. Negative reviews on here are laughable: it seems people expect to turn up without a reservation, demand which table they should be given and then chose to take offence when their arrogant self entitlement doesn’t get them their own way. It’s good to see management push back in the replies. Looking forward to returning.
MGSreject
Have ordered the (really excellent) pizzas from here (Deliveroo) and been very pleased indeed with everything but as we live a couple of miles away, we’d never actually visited. To cheer my wife up after a rubbish week at work, I persuaded her we should get out for an impromptu evening out and we drove to La Luna to try it out, without making any reservation. The restaurant was full bar one table for two, just vacated. The lady manager quickly tidied it up and invited us to sit down. The place was now full and enjoyably busy but we got served pretty quickly and the aforementioned lady ensured we were not forgotten. We had calamari (beautiful, fresh and perfectly cooked, not the pre-frozen garbage often served up elsewhere) with a spiky sweet chilli sauce, followed by two outstanding pasta dishes and a generous, extremely fresh rocket salad. We shared a chocolate afogato and a very good, well chilled bottle of Italian white. The bill came in about £40 below my expectation, even after the optional service charge which was fully earned by our charming, friendly and efficient server. I really couldn’t fault anything and my wife was very much happier when we left than she had been when we arrived. Negative reviews on here are laughable: it seems people expect to turn up without a reservation, demand which table they should be given and then chose to take offence when their arrogant self entitlement doesn’t get them their own way. It’s good to see management push back in the replies. Looking forward to returning.
Nestled in the heart of London, La Luna di Luca is a true gem for lovers of authentic Italian cuisine.Upon entering, the warm and welcoming atmosphere immediately sets the tone for an unforgettable dining experience. The menu at La Luna di Luca is a celebration of traditional Italian flavors, crafted with passion and expertise. From classic pasta dishes like homemade tagliatelle al ragù to mouthwatering pizzas, each dish is a testament to the restaurant's commitment to authenticity.Both Martina and Luca go above and beyond to ensure that every diner feels like a cherished guest, providing recommendations with genuine enthusiasm and ensuring that every need is met with a smile.Thank you very much!
The place is awesome - we come here all the time!
We had an early evening meal at La Luna Di Luca and were the only people there as it had just opened. We had a baby in a pushchair in our group of 4. The hostess was very helpful, moving furniture to give us space for the buggy. We started with the artichoke salad special which was delicious pieces of artichoke heart topped with generous thin slices of parmesan. The pizzas we ordered were big enough to share and were the best we could remember. The dough was beautifully cooked, light and crusty. We had the Toscana and the Quartre Formagio, both really tasty. We had a pleasant red wine to accompany them. We don't normally have dessert but shared an excellent Tiramisu and Ice creams Afrogato with liqueurs, perfect. Service was relaxed and nicely timed.
Been there on a Sunday night,we have had a Vitello tonnato and I pizza , I have to say it was really delicious ,we will definitely come
We have been at la luna di luca with my kids the food is very tasty,very nice atmosphere we will definitely come
Pizza just arrived. I have attached pictures. What a disaster. Delivered upside down. Love the taste of cardboard with my pizza.
Arrived in Richmond late on a Saturday afternoon and from the taxi noticed a nice looking wine bar and opposite, an Italian restaurant. The wine bar didn’t serve food, so we crossed the road to La Luna Di Luca. We were fortunate to get a table (without a booking) and enjoyed seeing so many family groups dining out together. The menu has many flavours from Sardinia and we really enjoyed the Tagliatelle al Ragu and the Mallureddus Campidanese (Sardinian pasta with sausage) - both expertly cooked al dente. The rocket and pomegranate salad complemented the pasta perfectly. The moreish rosé was exactly as the owner described it - fruity and dry. I would like to drink it again!The only downside was the unexpected “optional” 12.5% service charge - the highest we’ve come across on this trip. We’d definitely eat here again - the pizzas looked very good too.
First time here - food is really authentic and delicious. I had a crab linguini that was pretty perfect. Hint of chilli and bursting with crab flavour. If you’re in a rush it may be not be the place for you, but if you want to enjoy amazing food and take your time in true Italian fashion then try it.
Pizza was outstanding, I also had calamari which was delish. The staff were very kind and it was a very welcoming atmosphere. Would definitely come again and recommend coming. Thanks for having me.
Just moved into charming area of Richmond Hill 2 weeks ago and thought we would check it out for early evening dinner as it is the nearest restaurant to our house. Looks very good for Al fresco outside dining. The pizza quality is a high standard with beautiful pizza bread and great tomato basil flavouring. However we were a bit startled by the bill. We didn’t drink any alcohol and just requested a bottle of still water. We were charged a massive £6 for a bottle of water. We were overcharged for pizza fungi at £14.50 instead of the £13.50 price on the menu. So although the dining experience was quite enjoyable be careful because the establishment is a bit sly with their overcharging.
Restaurantji Recommends
We have dined here many times. Sometimes the service of certain staff really lets this place down, but it’s a pretty spot and the food is really great. As a family of vegans and vegetarians we really appreciate that they are flexible in the dishes they make for us.
We've been going to La Luna for ages so I thought I'd better write a review at long last. The title sums it up. This was prompted by a (typically) knock out meal on our visit last week. We had sublime scallops - fresh, sweet and succulent; spaghetti alle vongole with fa,t juicy clams and finished with a stellar panna cotta which was heavenly (their signature dessert). This was washed down with a very decent Gavi, typical of the very good value wine list. The cooking is perfectly executed and the impeccably fresh, seasonal, ingredients are allowed to shine. Remind you of anywhere? That riverside gaff in Hammersmith? Minus the ££££? La Luna has a delightful outside terrace, it also serves top pizzas and the friendly, attentive service is presided over by the lovely Martina. Just go.
So, the food was ok, and the pricing is reasonable as well. But the service is so appalling you wonder how this place is still in business. We weren't handed menus (we got them ourselves from the counter), ordering took forever. And then the food took about 45 minutes to arrive. The restaurant wasn't even that busy. Then one of our group didn't get her food with the rest of us. We needed to remind them to get the last pizza. Then it looks like they forgot to charge us for it as well. And in the end, they wouldn't do multiple transactions to split the bill either. And they had the audacity to charge 12.5% on the bill, which in hindsight we should have refused to pay.There are better places to go than this one.
Have ordered the (really excellent) pizzas from here (Deliveroo) and been very pleased indeed with everything but as we live a couple of miles away, we’d never actually visited. To cheer my wife up after a rubbish week at work, I persuaded her we should get out for an impromptu evening out and we drove to La Luna to try it out, without making any reservation. The restaurant was full bar one table for two, just vacated. The lady manager quickly tidied it up and invited us to sit down. The place was now full and enjoyably busy but we got served pretty quickly and the aforementioned lady ensured we were not forgotten. We had calamari (beautiful, fresh and perfectly cooked, not the pre-frozen garbage often served up elsewhere) with a spiky sweet chilli sauce, followed by two outstanding pasta dishes and a generous, extremely fresh rocket salad. We shared a chocolate afogato and a very good, well chilled bottle of Italian white. The bill came in about £40 below my expectation, even after the optional service charge which was fully earned by our charming, friendly and efficient server. I really couldn’t fault anything and my wife was very much happier when we left than she had been when we arrived. Negative reviews on here are laughable: it seems people expect to turn up without a reservation, demand which table they should be given and then chose to take offence when their arrogant self entitlement doesn’t get them their own way. It’s good to see management push back in the replies. Looking forward to returning.
Have ordered the (really excellent) pizzas from here (Deliveroo) and been very pleased indeed with everything but as we live a couple of miles away, we’d never actually visited. To cheer my wife up after a rubbish week at work, I persuaded her we should get out for an impromptu evening out and we drove to La Luna to try it out, without making any reservation. The restaurant was full bar one table for two, just vacated. The lady manager quickly tidied it up and invited us to sit down. The place was now full and enjoyably busy but we got served pretty quickly and the aforementioned lady ensured we were not forgotten. We had calamari (beautiful, fresh and perfectly cooked, not the pre-frozen garbage often served up elsewhere) with a spiky sweet chilli sauce, followed by two outstanding pasta dishes and a generous, extremely fresh rocket salad. We shared a chocolate afogato and a very good, well chilled bottle of Italian white. The bill came in about £40 below my expectation, even after the optional service charge which was fully earned by our charming, friendly and efficient server. I really couldn’t fault anything and my wife was very much happier when we left than she had been when we arrived. Negative reviews on here are laughable: it seems people expect to turn up without a reservation, demand which table they should be given and then chose to take offence when their arrogant self entitlement doesn’t get them their own way. It’s good to see management push back in the replies. Looking forward to returning.