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Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton Reviews List

Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton

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.
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62 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(62 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 62 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1.7 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(37)
  • great for outdoor dining(32)
  • scenic view(30)
  • romantic(24)
  • fit for foodies(21)
  • notable wine list(18)
Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton Reviews List
Review 1 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous night!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We love this restaurant and we had a great Mother's Day dinner at Via Luna on Sunday night. The service and the food were exceptional. We were with our 2 sons (3 and 6 y. o.) They loved the kids menu and were very happy and quiet during the entire dinner. We enjoyed the fabulous atmosphere, great decor and tasty dishes. Fried calamari appetizer was very good. The signature margaritas were delicious and good size. My husband had the duck confit w pasta for the main corse. It's his favorite dish at this place and it was perfect, as always. I had New England scallops and it was also really tasty. Kids Mac & Cheese and Chicken tenders were homemade style and our picky eaters were really enjoying both meals. We will definitely return!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great dinner spot

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a lovely evening siting outside and enjoying a delicious dinner."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 3 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beach,Location

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Sitting outside with ocean view was fabulous.....the food excellent and well presented and service exceptional. We would go back again....."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 4 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A regular here..PLEASE....change the menu again....it was wonderful before....now very limited as to casual food items offered. Food served was lackluster...service always very good, and a gem of a view of ocean....at least until the summer heat and humidity kick in!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really good place. Would definetly

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Really good place. Would definetly reccomend and go again."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Glad we celebrated at Via Luna

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food, excellent service and extraordinary efforts in entertaining the diner's request. We got the servicebwe expected from a very high quality hotel. My husband and I are so impressed when we saw the birthday desert. Definitely will go back when we are in town."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We love this restaurant! Our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We love this restaurant! Our first time. Expected and received the notable service, ambiance and cuisine at Ritz Carlton. The snapper's preparation was unusual and delicious and the cioppino was opulent with fresh seafood and a spicy broth. We will return & recommend to others."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and service were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food and service were great. If you go there, ask for Michael he was an outstanding waiter. We had ordered a Pinot Noir which was out of stock so Michael had recommended another Pinot Noir which was fantastic. The name of the wine was Cocabella. We ordered a variety of food all of which were great. I would highly recommend Via Luna."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 9 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful restaurant. Delicious

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful restaurant. Delicious lobster with risotto."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 10 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

exceeded my expectation!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have eaten at this restaurant 3 times in 5 weeks.
Good salads, great meat ball & the BEST lobster risotto you can imagine. ( just specify how you like your risotto)
I ordered the osso bucco, not great so I changed it to this risotto dish, omg, wow it was GREAT !
Martin our server was also GREAT !
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Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Beautiful and delicious Caprese

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Beautiful and delicious Caprese Salad. Husband had giant meatball for appetizer - good, but filled him up before Entrée. Wonderful, courteous service."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2001
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Review 12 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love this place...food is

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love this place...food is great...surprisingly the pastas top the list...fusilli with octopus...works!!
Eat i or out...both work...and lunch is a bargoooon!!
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Dined on 03/29/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This was a big disappointment

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was a big disappointment for a Ritz Carlton. My wife ordered fried calamari to start which came out mushy instead of crispy. My octopus and pasta dish arrived grossly overcooked. The wine we ordered was unavailable. The servings were so large they were offputting. We eat at our local Ritz Carlton in Amelia Island frequently where all three restaurants, including sports bar, are superior to the Via Luna in Fort Lauderdale."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
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Review 14 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Terrific restaurant with exceptiona

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific restaurant with exceptional service. Beautiful views of the ocean from all tables."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A great view of the Ocean,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A great view of the Ocean, outdoor seating raised off the walkway, and a service staff that is top notch, Via Luna is a great location within a great location, Ft Lauderdale. The only complaint is the outdoor lighting, which we were told was due to the sea turtles. Evidently, if the lighting was anything but the awful yellow bulbs, the turtles would try to cross the street and risk death, rather than spawning on the beach. Long story short, the yellow lights make the food look horrendous, but the taste is superior... I suggest eating indoors, and having cocktails on the patio."
Dined on 03/18/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 16 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I will ALWAYS go back.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My meal was EXCELLENT from start to finish. The olive oil whipped potatoes are to die for :-) Sitting on the patio of Via Luna is the only way to dine here. You get to watch all of the people on the boardwalk."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 17 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was ok, the server was tremendously friendly, attentive and knowledgable. One complaint is the outdoor lighting - we sat as a party of four on the 'patio' facing the ocean - was very nice. However, the outdoor lighting, turned on around 7 PM was absolutely horrific. The idea of Via Luna is a moonlight guide for birthing turtles; I get that. However, yellow overhead lighting is absolutely awful for food service... If you are eating, stay inside. Having cocktails for a fantastic ocean view, sit outside."
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good meal for the value

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed the varied menu...very good meatball & dip."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 19 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We thought it was wonderful.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We thought it was wonderful. Food was fabulous- portions just right. The nutella desert was out of this world!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our service was great the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Our service was great the server Anthony was helpful and attentive and entertaining. He made great recommendations with the wine and the main courses as well as desert. Good experience and will return for other meals."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 21 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lovely room. Wait staff was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Lovely room. Wait staff was very nice and the food was perfectly cooked"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 22 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The diver scallops are to

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"The diver scallops are to die for. Unparalled Ritz Carlton service. Great signature cocktails - try the Bella Luna. Menu has plenty of options. Nutella Beignets are a MUST."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We ate at here two nights

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"We ate at here two nights in a row and had one brunch. Dinners we outstanding. We had a lot of special request and our server, Michael and the Chef, granted every wish. We love the food and service here."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 24 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

All Atmosphere - Forget the Food

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Disappointing food quality here. The service and ambiance are all you'd expect from the Ritz, but the food was mediocre at best. Risotto was overcooked liquid lacking in flavor or distinction. Chicken lacked distinction, interest or flavor. Kids were satisfied with their meals."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2001
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 25 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sit Inside, especially at night

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Do not sit outside in the dark (or really ever). The patio is adjacent to a busy road and thus lacks some ambiance. At dark, the lights to protect the turtles make everything look weird. Eat inside - I wish we would have.
The food was amazing - as was the service. I enjoyed the lobster risotto."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 26 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Such a disappointment. We

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Such a disappointment. We have eaten here several times and each time it get's worse. For a Ritz Carlton Hotel to have such a restaurant is such a suprise to me. Never again for us."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2009
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Review 27 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nestled in the Ritz Carlton,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Nestled in the Ritz Carlton, across the street from Ft. Lauderdale beach, we had a delicious broiled salmon dinner. We opted for the patio, which was a good decision on a balmy Friday evening. Magnificent meal impeccably done the Ritz Carlton can way."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 28 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"food is wonderful!! prices are very resonable for a ritz. service not up to Ritz standards. I live in ft lauderdale and will go back again and again."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 29 for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food lacking compared to service

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service in both the bar and dining room were excellent. Atmosphere was very nice but food was poor. We only had entrees but both dishes were meager portions (think tapas) and little flavor. The pasta specia was described as baby shrimp and truffle. The shrimp were diced into little bits and there was no truffle to speak of in any form (oil, shaving, etc.). The lamb was 3 ounces of meat at best. Expected the food at the Ritz to match its service. The back of house needs to catch up with the front."
Dined on 01/21/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Via Luna at The Ritz-Carlton
Based on the average of (33) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.5 / 3
Moderate