Luna 61

An Eclectic Vegetarian Experience for Everyone

A seventh-generation member of the legendary Buitoni pasta family, Franceso Buitoni serves rustic Italian cuisine that could easily be found in a country house outside Rome. The small list features house-made pasta, a savory risotto, and hearty entrées like bison braised with Super Tuscan red wine and grilled branzino served with crispy roasted potatoes. Buitoni is justly famous for his pillowy...

Fans from "far and wide make the trip" to this "friendly" Red Hook "standout" where Francesco Buitoni of the famed macaroni family turns out "fabulous", "original" Italian plates complemented by "gently priced" wines; while some may quibble about the "noise level" and "close seating" in the renovated old house, porch tables in season help compensate, plus there's no denying the "perfection" of...

Candles and Ella Fitzgerald set the stage at this artsy, funky, vegetarian eatery. Organic ingredients are used in most of the dishes, which are served in hearty portions. The challah French toast is a morning winner; pad thai is a good dinner choice. Beer and wine, all organic, are available, too.

Eclectic vegetarian meals using fresh, local and organic ingredients when available.