Mezza Luna Restaurant

4.7

3484 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Located in the historic Princeton Inn building at Half Moon Bay Harbor, Mezza Luna offers an authentic Italian dining experience just minutes from Maverick's Beach. Celebrating over 30 years in business, we've been awarded Best Italian and Overall Restaurant by locals. Our specialties include homemade pastas, pizzas, and artisanal gelato, all crafted from authentic Italian family recipes. We use only the freshest local produce, seafood, and top-quality meats. Signature dishes include Insalata Mezza Luna, an organic green salad with fresh marinated seafood, and Ravioli Mezza Luna, homemade ravioli stuffed with mixed seafood. Enjoy our full bar by the cozy fireplace for a romantic evening, or book a window seat with harbor views. We also offer private venues for weddings, business gatherings, and special events. Located 20 miles south of San Francisco, Mezza Luna is a short drive from the Peninsula. Join us and discover why we're a beloved dining destination.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(650) 728-8108
Website
http://www.mezzalunabythesea.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We can accommodate large orders (for pick up) with advanced notice. We do not offer delivery or catering services.
Private party facilities
Private Events: Small Banquet Room accommodates 36 people Large Banquet Room holds up to 110 people Full restaurant capacity seats 220 guests
Private party contact
Special Events Coordinator - Danette Pugliese: (650) 728-8108

Location
459 Prospect Way, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Neighbourhood
Half Moon Bay
Cross Street
Capistrano, just off Highway One, near Princeton Harbor
Parking details
Private lot and street parking
Public transit
SamTrans 17 and SamTrans 18
Entertainment
Stage area and dance floor located in our bar area. For private functions, DJ's and bands are welcome.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Insalata MistaUS$11.00
organic mixed green salad with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing (dressing on the side)
Insalata CesareUS$14.00
classic Caesar salad (dressing on the side)
Zuppa del GiornoUS$14.00
homemade soup of the day
Insalata CapreseUS$17.00
sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil and EVOO (dressing is on the side)
Polpette della CasaUS$17.00
homemade meatballs served with tomato sauce
Calamari FrittiUS$19.00
deep fried calamari served with tartar sauce
Carpaccio di SalmoneUS$19.00
thin slices of smoked salmon served with capers, lemon and fresh dill
Insalata MezzalunaUS$19.00
organic mixed green salad topped with fresh marinated seafood
Pane all'AglioUS$10.00
garlic bread using our house made ciabatta loaf
CharceuterieUS$18.00
Assortment of imported cold cuts and cheese
Bruschetta CampagnolaUS$14.00
toasted bread, chopped tomato, basil, garlic, extra virgin olive oil

PASTA

Capellini Al PomodoroUS$19.00
Angel hair pasta sautéed, with garlic, tomato, basil and extra-virgin olive oil
Farfalle alla GenoveseUS$23.00
fresh pesto sauce (basil, cheese, garlic and pine nuts) served lukewarm
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Farfalle PrimaveraUS$23.00
bow-tie shaped pasta sautéed with seasonal mixed vegetables, light tomato sauce
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
GnocchiUS$24.00
potato dumplings served with fresh tomato or Gorgonzola cheese sauce
Farfalle al SalmonUS$24.00
bow-tie shaped pasta sautéed with chunks of salmon in a light vodka/tomato/cream sauce
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Penne CalabreseUS$24.00
sautéed with homemade pork sausage, mushrooms in tomato sauce
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Ravioli Mezza LunaUS$25.00
homemade ravioli stuffed with salmon in a light tomato cream sauce
Spaghetti con PolpetteUS$24.00
homemade Italian style meatballs in tomato sauce
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Lasagna alla BologneseUS$25.00
homemade lasagna pasta with top sirloin meat sauce
Fettucine AlfredoUS$24.00
homemade fettuccine in a cream sauce
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Linguine alle VongoleUS$24.00
linguine with fresh clams served in either white or red sauce
- White SauceUS$0.00
- Red Sauce US$0.00
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Fettucine BologneseUS$24.00
homemade meat sauce (top sirloin) with fresh pasta
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Linguine della BaiaUS$29.00
sautéed clams, calamari, scallops, shrimp with white wine and tomato sauce
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Spaghetti con GamberoniUS$29.00
prawns sautéed with garlic, red chili flakes, tomato and white wine
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Penne PastoreUS$23.00
tube shaped pasta sauted with eggplant, tomato and smoked mozzarelle cheese
- spaghetti
- fettuccine
- penne
- capellini
- linguine
- Gluten Free PenneUS$2.00
Tortellini Emiliani US$26.00
meat tortellini sauteed with peas and ham in a light tomato cream sauce

PIZZA

MargheritaUS$19.00
tomato and mozzarella cheese
PepperoniUS$20.00
sliced pepperoni and cheese
Della NonnaUS$20.00
fresh seasonal vegetables
Prosciutto e FunghiUS$20.00
thin slices of ham and fresh mushrooms
Pizza alla CalabreseUS$21.00
homemade pork sausage and mushrooms

SECONDI

Pollo SaltimboccaUS$28.00
chicken breast, Parma ham, fresh mozzarella in a white wine and sage sauce
Salsicce con PolentaUS$28.00
homemade pork sausage served with bell pepper, tomato, and onion over polenta
Calamari DoreUS$28.00
tender calamari steak sautéed with lemon, capers and white wine
Salmone alla DoloresUS$30.00
fresh salmon with green peppercorns in a cream brandy sauce
Gamberi alla RobertoUS$34.00
prawns sautéed with garlic, white wine, capers in a spicy tomato sauce
Agnello ScottaditoUS$38.00
grilled lamb chops served in an Italian herb sauce
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
Bistecca alla GrigliaUS$38.00
grilled Prime NY steak served in an Italian herb sauce
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- WellUS$0.00
Side of seasonal vegetablesUS$8.00
call for daily selection
Vitello PiccataUS$31.00
veal scallopine sauteed with fresh lemon juice, capers and white wine

KIDS MENU

Kids PastaUS$12.00
- spaghetti
- Fettuccine
- Penne
- Capellini
- Linguine
- Tomato Sauce
- Homemade Bolognese
- Butter
- Alfredo
- Meatballs

DOLCE

FragolaUS$9.00
strawberry ice cream on white chocolate cheesecake base
CioccolatoUS$9.00
chocolate ice cream on a chocolate cheesecake base topped with fudge
Bigne MezzalunaUS$9.00
custard cream filled pastry puffs topped with dark chocolate sauce
TiramisuUS$9.00
ladyfingers soaked in espresso with brandy and Mascarpone cheese
Torta alla StregaUS$9.00
Vanilla sponge cake infused with Strega saffron liqueur with a scoop of our homemade vanilla gelato
VulcanoUS$11.00
Our signature chocolate "Lava Cake" (allow 20 mins)

PANE

Loaf of BreadUS$7.00
Homemade ciabatta bread

What 3,484 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Mezza Luna Restaurant is a beloved local gem in Princeton Harbor, celebrated for its "excellent food and amazing service." Guests delight in the "wonderful homemade pasta" and "authentic Italian dishes." The ambiance is both "classy and family style," offering a perfect setting for special occasions. Consistency in quality and a welcoming staff make it a favorite, with patrons often returning for its "beautiful setting" and "fantastic service."

3,484 Reviews

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loves2eatout
VIP
Phoenix
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely meal, meats cooked perfectly to order. I did expect the poached pear dessert to be warm, but was right out of the refrigerator. The menu did not say it would be warm, that was just my assumption because of the word poached probably. Otherwise, all was excellent!
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Ann
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good food, good ambiance, good service. Worth a detour.
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Lisa
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place...Simple, a little bit away from things. Fantastic service
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Peter
San Francisco
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easy nearby parking. Prompt seating with excellent view of ocean and marina. Delightful, non-alcoholic spritzer. Delicious pasta-salmon cream sauce and lamb chops with fresh asparagus. Wonderful coffee at the end. Shall return.
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Robert
Northern MI
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We dined at Mezza Luna for Valentines Day. It had been booked quite some time in advance. We learned of the pre-fix menu closer to the time of the booking. It was very busy as expected, and the service was quite slow in spite of them knowing they were fully booked. I had to get up and get my own salt and pepper as the server just wasn't chekcing on us enough. The food was tasty, good, but not outstanding. They could have included a glass of house wine for the price we paid for the entire evening. There was GF pasta, but no GF bread was offered. I would increase the level of service and attention to customers. I would try it again on the regular menu.
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Douglas
VIP
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely delicious meal! (We had the salmon). We were not rushed, and our service was perfect.
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Belinda
Palm Springs
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointed in the food and dinning experience.
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marnie
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mezza Luna was very good as usual. It continues to be our favorite local restaurant. The food is consistently good and the service is very good with exception of taking our drink order when we first arrive. It is very noisy as there are usually many large groups.
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Dawn
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to celebrate my birthday. The food was delicious and wait staff was wonderful!
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Erin
VIP
San Francisco
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to celebrate two Birthdays and had a very enjoyable evening. Pedro was a very good server and we loved our appetizers, meals and desserts.Will definitely return!
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Mezza Luna Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 3484 OpenTable diners.

Mezza Luna Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

459 Prospect Way, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Additional information

Cross Street
Capistrano, just off Highway One, near Princeton Harbor
Neighbourhood
Half Moon Bay
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private lot and street parking
Public transit
SamTrans 17 and SamTrans 18
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Stage area and dance floor located in our bar area. For private functions, DJ's and bands are welcome.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mezzalunabythesea.com/
Phone number
(650) 728-8108
Catering
We can accommodate large orders (for pick up) with advanced notice. We do not offer delivery or catering services.
Private party facilities
Private Events: Small Banquet Room accommodates 36 people Large Banquet Room holds up to 110 people Full restaurant capacity seats 220 guests
Private party contact
Special Events Coordinator - Danette Pugliese: (650) 728-8108

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Mezza Luna Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Ravioli Mezza Luna

Calamari Dore

Calamari Fritti

ANTIPASTI E INSALATE

Insalata MistaUS$11.00

Insalata CesareUS$14.00

Zuppa del GiornoUS$14.00

Insalata CapreseUS$17.00

Polpette della CasaUS$17.00

Calamari FrittiUS$19.00

Carpaccio di SalmoneUS$19.00

Insalata MezzalunaUS$19.00

Pane all'AglioUS$10.00

CharceuterieUS$18.00

Bruschetta CampagnolaUS$14.00

PASTA

Capellini Al PomodoroUS$19.00

Farfalle alla GenoveseUS$23.00

Farfalle PrimaveraUS$23.00

GnocchiUS$24.00

Farfalle al SalmonUS$24.00

Penne CalabreseUS$24.00

Ravioli Mezza LunaUS$25.00

Spaghetti con PolpetteUS$24.00

Lasagna alla BologneseUS$25.00

Fettucine AlfredoUS$24.00

Linguine alle VongoleUS$24.00

Fettucine BologneseUS$24.00

Linguine della BaiaUS$29.00

Spaghetti con GamberoniUS$29.00

Penne PastoreUS$23.00

Tortellini Emiliani US$26.00

PIZZA

MargheritaUS$19.00

PepperoniUS$20.00

Della NonnaUS$20.00

Prosciutto e FunghiUS$20.00

Pizza alla CalabreseUS$21.00

SECONDI

Pollo SaltimboccaUS$28.00

Salsicce con PolentaUS$28.00

Calamari DoreUS$28.00

Salmone alla DoloresUS$30.00

Gamberi alla RobertoUS$34.00

Agnello ScottaditoUS$38.00

Bistecca alla GrigliaUS$38.00

Side of seasonal vegetablesUS$8.00

Vitello PiccataUS$31.00

KIDS MENU

Kids PastaUS$12.00

DOLCE

FragolaUS$9.00

CioccolatoUS$9.00

Bigne MezzalunaUS$9.00

TiramisuUS$9.00

Torta alla StregaUS$9.00

VulcanoUS$11.00

PANE

Loaf of BreadUS$7.00

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