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Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Via Luna’s architecture with breathtaking views coupled with traditional regional recipes from the coasts of Italy is the perfect location to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner inside or out while you enjoy the shimmering moon on the waters of the Atlantic. For exclusive parties, the private dining room can be reserved for up to eight guests.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Castillo St

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		3.9 out of 5 (34 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

great for outdoor dining (17)
scenic view (17)
special occasion (15)
fit for foodies (14)
romantic (13)
notable wine list (8)
great for lunch (7)
great for brunch (4)
kid-friendly (4)
neighborhood gem (4)
good for groups (3)

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Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We enjoyed our experience at Cero and have eaten there when the hotel was a St Regis. The food was delicious and cooked to our liking with all requests met. We would definitely go back."

Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 2 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Food was ok but nothing memorable especially for the price. Lobster was undercooked and had to be sent back. Yellowtail was good but at that price should be special. Service however was very attentive.Nice view however. Might return to try wine bar as wine list was interesting.Another negative valet parking still costs $5 after validation."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/03/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 3 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The waiter was very nice and the Food was nicely prepared!! The downside of the evening: Parking Valet tried to charge us $15 for parking after dinner when it should have been only $5. Valet said they thought we were "just visitors" I told him well us "just "visitors just spent $500 bucks in your dining facility! He refunded the $10 bucks but this left a bad taste in my mouth after a very nice evening. Remember, you always remember the last part of the movie! Management better correct the valet situation because mistakes like that cost customers from returning and based on the almost empty dining room they can't afford to lose customers!"

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/17/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 4 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was outstanding. It was a slow evening in the restaurant but the bar was going strong. Our waiter was very attentive, knowledgeable, professional yet friendly.
We plan to try it for a Sunday Brunch. Brunch menu looked good."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/11/2010

(review submitted 02/13/2010)

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Review 5 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The only dissappointing factor was that the restaurant is located right in the Lobby and it is completely open. We basically felt we were eating in the lobby. Zero ambiance."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 6 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Dinner was good, Wines are expensive, Desserts are not good !! Desserts used to be much better as the Restaurant belonged to the St.Regis, now it's Ritz Carlton. Would we go again, compare food, price and so on? Don't think so."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/20/2010

(review submitted 01/21/2010)

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Review 7 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very good. It was a very cold night and the kitchen was a bit slow to send the meals out."

Special Features: scenic view

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/10/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 8 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"After we settled in, it took 10-15 minutues before we were greeted by a server. I reminded the hostess that we were waiting and ready. From that point on we received much deserved attention. The food was good and so was the wine. Two mojitos were vastly different from one another in taste. I recommend the lobster which was the most expensive entree on the menu. Our server became very attentive and cordial. He deserves credit for recommending a really delicious Pinot Grigio wine. Also, upon request, he delivered a cigar with matches and a cutter post dessert at no charge. The moonlit ocean view was fabulous on a particularly chilly Saturday evening."

Special Features: kid-friendly, notable wine list, scenic view

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 9 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Very disappointing. Just because we chose to dine early, due to small children, we did not get any of the New Year's ammenities, no hats, no noise makers. It was just a regular night out at dinner with the expensive New Year's price."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 10 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Romantic ambiance, great food and wonderful service. Will happily recommend Cero Restaurant to all local friends and visitors as well. We tried the octopus carpaccio and lobster bisque and both were exceptional. The fish dishes were cooked to perfection and enjoyed a delicate white chocolate creme brule dessert which we were pleasantly surprised it was large enough for two, so no fights over dessert!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/30/2009

(review submitted 12/31/2009)

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Review 11 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"after calling the Ritz I was informed about Brunch hours and when we arrived found out is just a "NAME" is not really a brunch just " A la Carte" and breakfast is extended until 3 p,m.....Not planning to go back never"

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Poor)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/27/2009

(review submitted 12/31/2009)

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Review 12 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food quality has improved since the Ritz took over management from the St. Regis. Servers should be a little less familiar with guests to maintain a more professional demeanor."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/27/2009

(review submitted 12/29/2009)

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Review 13 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food, slow service... The restaurant appeared to be under staffed."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/27/2009)

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Review 14 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food and service was great we had a wonderful evening and our sever John Paul the best!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/10/2009

(review submitted 12/12/2009)

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Review 15 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food was very good, but the service was not up to par. Waiters too slow to attend to table, clear plates, take orders etc."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/13/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Ratings-Only Reviews for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

Based on the average of (19) ratings-only reviews

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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