Sotto la Luna

Overview

Sotto la Luna is an open-kitchen pasta bar and Neapolitan pizzeria in Astoria, serving authentic Italian dishes in a spacious, industrial-chic space. Run by a team of five passionate partners, this neighborhood gem delivers genuine Italian flavors with tableside theater.

What to Expect

Step inside and the open kitchen immediately draws your eye: watch pizzas emerge from the 900-degree oven in just 90 seconds, impossibly light and blistered. For a tableside show, order the cacio e pepe, tossed in a giant pecorino wheel right before you. The vibe is warm and lively, perfect for date nights or Italian food purists.

Best for: date nights built around the tableside cacio e pepe, Neapolitan pizza purists, and unhurried dinners that end with tiramisu and a proper cappuccino.

Why Visit?

Menu

Starters

Begin your meal with these delicious small plates, perfect for sharing.

Pizza

Handcrafted pizzas made with care and the finest ingredients.

Pasta

Classic pasta dishes prepared with authentic recipes.

Sweet Endings

Delicious desserts to complete your meal.

Reviews

- 6 months ago -

Hebba Alzeory

"Honestly I love this Italian restaurant so much. The food is absolutely incredible. The staff are so kind and when you have such a kind staff it feels so comforting to eat there and enjoy yourself bec..." "Honestly I love this Italian restaurant so much. The food is absolutely incredible. The staff are so kind and when you have such a kind staff it feels so comforting to eat there and enjoy yourself because you feel guided by those waiters and assisted by them. I loved my pasta, burrata salad, calamari. But the highlight of my lunch there was my cappuchino. I’ve had a lot of cappuccinos all over New York and they always seemed to taste too milky or they barely have any espresso or if they do have espresso it tastes burnt or it does not taste good at all. It was so incredible to drink this as it was perfect. It was bitterly amazing. The espresso was strong and the milk amount was perfect. The pana Cota was so delicious I loved it. Overall, my number 1 restaurant for Italian food in Astoria. Lovely experience and can’t wait to come back again!" Read more

- 2 months ago -

Michael

"Great atmosphere! You can sit at the bar and watch the cooks cook or sit at a table with plenty of space. We got there around five and had to wait about 25 minutes for a friend. There was no rush from..." "Great atmosphere! You can sit at the bar and watch the cooks cook or sit at a table with plenty of space. We got there around five and had to wait about 25 minutes for a friend. There was no rush from the staff because of this. The service was absolutely amazing. The drinks and the food were top-tier. This place is walking distance from the train and there is plenty of parking nearby. We’ll definitely come back over and over." Read more

- 5 months ago -

Flora Esposito

"As a true Italian, I can honestly say this place feels like home. The cuisine is authentic, original, and every single dish tastes incredibly fresh. The service is excellent, and a special thank you ..." "As a true Italian, I can honestly say this place feels like home. The cuisine is authentic, original, and every single dish tastes incredibly fresh. The service is excellent, and a special thank you to Alessandro, who made our experience even more enjoyable with his kindness and attention to detail. Every time I come here, I feel welcomed and taken care of. If you’re looking for a place that is warm, authentic, and truly makes you feel like you’re in Italy… this is it." Read more

- 3 months ago -

esteban daza

"The ribeye was excellent, and the ragù pasta was rich and full of flavor. The Carbonara and Cacio e Pepe were both good, though a bit simple and could have used a touch more seasoning. The Prosecco s..." "The ribeye was excellent, and the ragù pasta was rich and full of flavor. The Carbonara and Cacio e Pepe were both good, though a bit simple and could have used a touch more seasoning. The Prosecco sangria was delicious, and we loved the tiramisu and pistachio gelato. The highlight of the evening, however, was our server, Javier. He was attentive, friendly, and made the entire experience even better. We’ll definitely be back." Read more

- 5 months ago -

Mayerli Mateus

"The fact that they welcome you at the entrance In Italian is a good sign. Amazing food, decent prices, specially for cocktails and drinks in general, I appreciate they don’t intent to overcharge you..." "The fact that they welcome you at the entrance In Italian is a good sign. Amazing food, decent prices, specially for cocktails and drinks in general, I appreciate they don’t intent to overcharge you Service is amazing, we celebrate a birthday and they sang and so on. Very cute 🥰 Thank you so much guys , will definitely come back again. Ps : caccio e peppe is a must if you like creamy pasta." Read more

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