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Bella Luna Restaurant
$ · Italian, Pizza

574 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024
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ZipPicks Awards

Best Date Night Italian in Upper West Side Best Family Friendly Pizza in Upper West Side Best Family Friendly Italian in Upper West Side

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

0 / 5 selected

Master Critic Review

Bella Luna Restaurant 8.4
Upper West Side (Central)
Vibes: Family Friendly Favorites Comfort Food Classics Group Dining Gatherings Outdoor Dining Oasis
Bella Luna has anchored Columbus Avenue since 1988 with Northern Italian classics, brick-oven pizzas, and a warm, neighborhood feel that explicitly welcomes families. It functions as a go-to Upper West Side spot for big bowls of pasta, pizza, and a comfortable dining room where kids and adults can linger together.
Must-Try Dishes: Eggplant Parmigiana, Brick-oven Margherita pizza, Linguini Bella Luna
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 6.7 Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Long-running neighborhood Italian with brick-oven pizzas and welcoming family energy.
Who should go: Families seeking classic pasta, pizza, and relaxed Upper West Side.
When to visit: Early evening or brunch before crowds make the room noisy.
What to order: Eggplant Parmigiana, brick-oven Margherita pizza, Linguini Bella Luna.
Insider tip: Ask for sidewalk seating in nice weather to keep kids engaged.