Our Story
Est. 1997 Celebrating our 26th Year Anniversary!
(203) 483-9995
Come to La Luna Ristorante for an upscale yet comfortable dining experience. We have the best brunch on the shoreline, and have won multiple awards for our fine Italian cuisine. Come visit us today to see what everybody is talking about!
Some of our Accolades
Best Brunch – New Haven County
Awarded Best Brunch in New Haven Country by Connecticut Magazine for seven consecutive years!
Best Brunch Reader’s Poll
Voted Best Brunch in the Best of new Haven Advocate Reader’s Poll for six consecutive years!
Best Italian Restaurant – 2nd Place
Awarded 2nd Place for Best Italian Restaurant by Connecticut Magazine!
• We have been in business for over 20 years!
• Our award winning brunch has been voted best in the state for 10 consecutive years
• We are almost always booked with live music and entertainment
• We always have great specials Mondays through Fridays!

Our Philosophy
Enjoy an upscale yet comfortable setting in suburban Branford Connecticut at La Luna Ristorante. A restaurant that represents a unique blend of authentic Tuscan cuisine and truly innovative culinary creations. Savor the culinary creations of Executive Chef Edgar Ortiz. Tantalize your palette with an exceptional selection of fine wines and sinful after dinner delights.
Entertainment and lighter fare awaits in the large lounge. Experience a great dining and entertaining lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch or banquet orchestrated by your host Chef Edgar Ortiz. The Dining Room wafes with the soothing sounds of live piano music Thursday through Sunday. On Sunday’s La Luna presents the largest Sunday brunch on the Shoreline. In the lounge join us for Karaoke on Wednesday evenings and enjoy live bands performing Friday through Sunday.
Come and join us around the holidays including Thanksgiving Dinner, Easter Brunch, Mother’s day Brunch and Dinner, Father’s day Brunch and Dinner, Christmas Eve Dinner, Valentine’s Day Dinner, Brunch, Our New Years Eve Party and the New Years Day Brunch. Customers come from all the surrounding towns of Guilford, Madison, New Haven, North Haven, North Branford, Durham, and East Haven to sample some of the areas finest Italian cuisine.
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Sunday Brunch
Award Winning Sunday Brunch
~ The Largest Buffet Brunch on the Shoreline ~
Seatings start at: 10:00 AM, 10:30, and last seating at 2:00 PM
(Please note that seatings are limited to two hours and reservations are required)
~ Complimentary cocktail included ~
$39.95 per person and $19.95 for children 12 & under
We serve passion
Let us cater your next party or gathering.
Our first private party room can accommodate up to 55 guests. It’s perfect for intimate gatherings or smaller corporate events. The room is designed with privacy in mind, so you and your guests can enjoy your celebration without any interruptions. The room is well-appointed with comfortable seating, elegant decor, and the latest technology to make your event run smoothly.
If you’re planning a larger event, our second private party room is ideal. It can accommodate up to 110 guests, making it the perfect choice for weddings, family reunions, or corporate events. This room is spacious and versatile, allowing you to customize the space to suit your needs. Whether you want to set up a dance floor, a buffet, or a presentation area, we can help you make it happen.
Both of our private party rooms are serviced by our exceptional staff, who are dedicated to ensuring your event runs seamlessly. Our chefs will work with you to create a menu that suits your tastes and dietary requirements, and our bartenders can serve up a wide range of cocktails, wines, and beers to keep your guests happy.
If you’re looking for a fantastic venue for your next private party, look no further than our restaurant. With two private party rooms to choose from, we’re confident we can help you create a memorable event that your guests will be talking about for years to come.
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