What are the opening hours?

Tuesday 11:30am - 2:30pm 4pm - 9pm Wednesday 11:30am - 2:30pm 4pm - 9pm Thursday 11:30am - 2:30pm 4pm - 9pm Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm 4pm - 9pm Saturday 3pm - 9pm

Cafe Luna

Name: Cafe Luna
Address: 11040 Rancho Carmel Drive, Ste 2, San Diego, CA, 92128, US
Telephone: +18586730077
Price range: $$

Café Luna has been conveniently located in Carmel Mountain Ranch since 1991. Each and every item on

Café Luna – Traditional Italian Cuisine, Boutique Wines & Fine Spirits

Café Luna has been conveniently located in Carmel Mountain Ranch since 1991. An Evening at Cafe Luna has best been described as “A Celestial Dining Experience”. Each and every item on our menu, including our savory nightly specials, are hand-made to order with you, our guest, in mind. Some of Café Luna’s signature dishes are o

ur Tournadoes Gorgonzolia, our Fusilli Umbriaco and our highly requested Rosetta – a homemade pasta sheet rolled with ham and Swiss cheese that’s sliced and baked with a Parmesan cream sauce. In addition to exceptional food & service, Café Luna also has an extensive wine list and full bar. The atmosphere at Café Luna has a romantic yet comfortable ambiance. You can dress up for a special occasion or come casually and set at our full bar. We also offer an extensive wine list and Happy Hour specials, Tuesday through Friday from 4:00 – 6:00. Families frequently come in to celebrate a special event, couples always request our romantic tables for two, no matter your age you’ll love coming to Café Luna. On and offsite catering services are also provided.Cafe Luna offers exceptional Italian food with a European flair

Café Luna’s cuisine is inspired from tried and true Roman Italian and European family recipes. According to owner, Jamie Wimmer, “Our word-of-mouth reputation brings in new customers but it’s the food that keeps them coming back.” Café Luna was named “San Diego’s Best Kept Secret” from San Diego Home & Garden readers. Café Luna was additionally awarded 1st place on the channel 10 A-List in 2012 & 2013. Open Table awarded us the “Best Italian” and the “Hidden Gem” award both in 2013 & 2014.

06/07/2026

Doom scrolling can wait when Blackened Shrimp Scampi is calling your name. Buttery, garlicky, and just enough heat to make it interesting!

📍 Cafe Luna | North County San Diego

06/05/2026

The Italian Wine Crawl Event scheduled for Sunday June 7th has been canceled. If you haven’t heard from us directly please call the restaurant with any questions.

📱 858-673-0077

05/30/2026

Let’s be honest, knew what you wanted before you even sat down.

05/20/2026

Ready for a private event, Lunatics style? Meet the producers, sip + snack your way through Italy on Sunday, June 7th 🍷🇮🇹

This is a ticketed, all-inclusive event. VIP spots are almost sold out so call and reserve yours today!

05/19/2026

Our staff takes every rescue very seriously. 🐾🍷

05/07/2026

We’re not saying cannolis are the answer. We’re just saying they’ve never made anything worse 🤌

04/30/2026

Swipe to see what’s on the menu this Mother’s Day 🌸

We’ve put together a special menu just for her! Order one (or all) of the specials, or choose from our limited holiday menu with all the Cafe Luna classics.

Reservations recommended 💐

04/23/2026

The signs were there all along 🪧

North County’s favorite Italian kitchen - family owned and always with a lot to say 😁🤭

11040 Rancho Carmel Dr.
San Diego, CA 92128

04/17/2026

Something new is shaking at Cafe Luna🍹Meet our latest cocktails!

🪻Spring Fling🪻 Floral, fizzy and a little fancy
🍓 Strawberry Balsamic Spritz 🍓 Sweet, tangy and unexpected in the best way

Both available now. Swipe to meet them. 👉

04/09/2026

Turns out a lot of you have the same genetic condition. Stop by Cafe Luna for your red, white, and rosé supplements🍷

Family owned & operated
Serving North County since 1991
Wine bar • cocktails • Italian food

📍11040 Rancho Carmel Drive #2, San Diego 92128

04/07/2026

Double tap if you’re here for the cheese 🧀

Our iconic Lasagna is layered with ground filet mignon & Wagyu bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan and spinach. Perfect for lunch, dinner and takeout!

lasagna • San Diego Italian food • north county • cheese lovers • cafe luna sd

04/03/2026

More daylight.
More dinner.
More Luna.

Summer hours are here!
Lunch Tuesday-Friday 11:30a-2:30p
Dinner Tuesday-Friday 4-9p
Dinner Saturday 3-9p

north county San Diego • Italian food • kids menu • happy hour • lunch

03/30/2026

Side effects include scheduling more lunch meetings.
Send this to the coworker you’re escaping the office with.

Because lunch should feel like a break.

03/23/2026

Our chefs plate it like art. You have our full permission to mix it up 🥗

Don’t miss our Siciliano Salad with cucumber, Roma tomatoes, feta, avocado, red onion and red wine vinaigrette. Served during lunch and dinner and perfect for these warmer days!

03/17/2026

A for effort…but we’ll need the real thing 😄

🍸 Happy Hour Tues - Thurs 4-6pm
🥪 Lunch Tues - Fri 11:30-3
🍝 Dinner Tues - Thurs 4-8:30, F-Sat 3-9
📍 11040 Rancho Carmel Drive #2, San Diego

03/09/2026

Today we’re celebrating the women who lead, create, nurture and inspire, both in our restaurant and far beyond it 💐

This is Jamie, our owner, pictured here doing one of the things she loves most- exploring new places and flavors that inspire so much of what you experience at Cafe Luna. From the wines we pour to the spirit of hospitality we strive for every day, her passion for great food, wine and bringing people together runs deep.

On International Women’s Day, we’re especially grateful for Jamie’s 30 total years at Cafe Luna and 12 years of ownership! And we’re proud to be part of an industry filled with strong, talented women who make restaurants like ours possible every single day.

Here’s to the women who lead the way🍷✨

03/03/2026

February was busy, beautiful and oh so sweet. Thank you for filling our dining room with love!

We’re ready for longer days, warmer nights and everything spring has in store 🌿🌸

02/25/2026

The reviews speak for themselves. Yes, the warm, complimentary bread service is that good.

Pro tip: grab a jar of our Celestial Sauce to keep the magic going at home 🍅

02/21/2026

Thanks boss, it’s just gonna ask you a quick question…

PSA: your tips at Cafe Luna are shared with our kitchen crew daily. Because a great experience takes a great team 🤌

02/19/2026

We consulted the stars to assign every zodiac sign a dish!

Swipe to find your cosmic match and comment your sign ☀️🌙⬆️

02/16/2026

Enjoy a look at our Valentine’s weekend specials while our team recovers from the marathon 😮‍💨

We love you to the moon and back!

1️⃣ Red Beet Carpaccio- strawberries, blueberries, gorgonzola, arugula, candied walnuts, white balsamic vinaigrette
2️⃣ Rack of Lamb- herb encrusted, mint & garlic au jus, barley & parmesan risotto
3️⃣ Surf & Turf- lobster ceviche, 4oz petite filet mignon, compound butter, fingerling potatoes
4️⃣ Seared Scallops- crispy prosciutto, cauliflower purée, sage brown butter
5️⃣ Chocolate Truffles & Zabaglione Gelato

02/07/2026

Calling all lovebirds! Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Cafe Luna with a thoughtfully curated menu of specials designed to be shared, savored, and remembered.

Tag your Valentine or drop a 💕 if this is your kind of date night.

🥂 À la carte menu 📅 3 nights to indulge! 2/12 – 2/14 💌 Reservations recommended

02/05/2026

Whether you want a tea or THE tea, we’re here for ya!

02/03/2026

Since 1991, the full moon has been shining on Cafe Luna, a neighborhood favorite for Carmel Mountain, Poway, and Rancho Bernardo 🌕 ✨

Family-friendly, dog-friendly, thoughtfully accommodating dietary restrictions, and always ready with a great glass of wine, beer, or a cocktail! Some things only get better with time.

We love you to the moon and back!

01/23/2026

A North County hidden gem where great Italian food meets good company 🍝🍷✨

Whether it’s a romantic date night, family pasta night, casual lunch, or cocktails and dessert just because, Cafe Luna is where locals go to turn moments into memories.

Perfect for special occasions, celebrations and your upcoming Valentine’s date!

📍 North County San Diego
🍽️ Open for lunch + dinner

Address

11040 Rancho Carmel Drive, Ste 2
San Diego, CA
92128

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	4pm - 9pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	4pm - 9pm
Thursday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	4pm - 9pm
Friday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	4pm - 9pm
Saturday	3pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18586730077

Website

https://cafelunasd.com/, https://egift.technology/Main.aspx?key=cafeluna

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