Cala Luna

After reading a number of negative reviews, I decided to bite the bullet and try this restaurant out for a family anniversary.
Right off the bat, the view and position are probably one of the best in Sydney. We were greeted at the front door by a very friendly and professional gentleman, who proceeded to guid us to our table on the terrace over looking the Marina.
We were instantly given water, menus, and then a complementary starter of deep fried dates, which were amazing. Followed by warm fresh bread and yogurt butter with black volcanic ash and sea salt, I know right??, but it was devine.
After being told the specials, we received our drinks and our entrees arrived soon after. I ordered the Oyster Flight, 3×2 oysters, Pacific, Sydney Rock and Angassi, each paired with a Prosecco, Riesling and Vermentino. Probably one of the best entrees I’ve had in a long time. Definitely the best pacific oysters. The Calameretti was incredible, extremely lightly and finely crumbed, and cooked to perfection, and my son thoroughly enjoyed them. The duck fat fries were perfect, hand cut and rustic, a great addition for the table. And the pork and veal meatballs (Polpettine) were authentically Italian and delicious. My wife ordered the squid ink pasta, which was almost the size of a main, complete with prawns and scallops, and was very tasty.
For mains my son had the Barramundi Fillet, cooked to perfection, and from a 13 year old, that’s saying a lot. I had the slow braised lamb shank, which was served on a bed of saffron and leak risotto, again, perfectly cooked and the meat just fell from the bone, highly recommended. My wife had the suckling pig. Again, an incredible portion, which she couldn’t finish, but in no way was that a result of the flavour, absolutely tender and tasty.
For desert we enjoyed the Tiramisu, Gelato, Affogato and Pistachio Slice. Coffee arrived just before the dessert, which I love and is a must whenever I’m out, but rarely receive. All of which made for a perfect end to a perfect meal.
I would thoroughly recommend Cala Luna in Mosman, at the spit.

I booked this restaurant for my wife’s birthday. A special occasion deserves a special restaurant. Unfortunately we were very disappointed with the food it’s taste, presentation and a bill of $ 430 especially when one of my girls had the kids meal and the other only an adult main. Sure the wife and I had entrees and mains but it was still an excessive bill especially considering my previous comments. As a starter drink we ordered Mojitos which we usually love, however on this occasion they were bitter and yuck!!! After inquiring with the wait staff I learnt that they made them with Tonic Water and not Soda which is the traditional ingredient. The waiter said it was how they make them in Italy…(Note to self, don’t order Mojitos in Italy). The service is best described as Faulty Towers!
Anyway what’s done is done but I’m not going to be a returning guest.

During a cool evening in February, my partner brought me here for Valentines dinner. My love for Italian food runs deep, specifically Pasta and Pizza. There’s nothing better for a meal than a beautiful plate of pasta, mushrooms and a light tasty sauce or a thin crust, wood fire baked to perfection pizza pie. Tonight wasn’t one of those nights. The mood was romantic, but the food was from a set menu and there were only 3 choices per course. The food we ordered was delicious and the service was great, but I need to try it on a regular night. From what I understand they source many of their ingredients from their own local farm, which brings to mind quality and freshness. I want to try some of their other pasta dishes or the mushroom risotto next time. I will update my review afterward. Keep you posted.