Loca Luna

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550-C Amsterdam Ave (at 6th Street NE)
Atlanta, GA 30306

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(678) 973-4965
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Best

Whenever I'm in Atlanta THIS is the first place I visit. Love the food, love the vibe and always have a blast here. I'm very loyal to my dishes my favorite being the tapas-all tap...

Worst

Went to Loca Luna about two weekends ago and so much has changed..Decided to go to the hosting site for the Saturday event which was called Latin Sol and saw that the event is no ...

Friday Night Birthday Party-Tapas, Sangria, & Dancing! Celebrate With A Beat! 3/18/2007

This past Friday night, was another 40th. Birthday Party, again, for the same person, third time around. And we always go to the wild and crazy Loca Luna. LL has some of the best Tapas anywhere in the ATL. Our jovial waitron started bringing us multiple pitchers of Sangria, laden with fresh fruit. Some of the tasty Tapas I can remember were the Sauteed Shrimp w/Spicy Coconut Cream, Calamari w/Pico De Gallo, and those wonderful Crisp Fried Potatoes w/Roasted Pepper Aioli. About that time the Brazilian band kicked in, and so did the Sangria. I don't know how I remembered to do the Salsa, but I do remember one great party at Loca Luna! Pros: Creative Tapas, Wonderful Drinks, and Great Dancing Music! Cons: Parking Can Be Tricky, If Driving! more
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Great food, service, atmosphere 3/11/2007

I went this past Friday night and everything went smoothly. Our reservations were for a party of nine but they had no problem when we cut it down to only six. Arthur was our waiter and would highly recommend him. His service was great, always there to check up on us, got everyones orders right and didn't make us feel rushed or slowed down. The food was excellent, it was very artistic and just the right price for the service and quality we got. Parking nearby was $10, but it is just what you would expect anywhere in downtown Atlanta. I wouldn't say that was a con. The music and the atmosphere was just what I expected, with the Latin music and beautiful pond. Pros: Great atmosphere, food, and service Cons: None more
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Horrible experience, rude management 3/11/2007

Long wait, rude management (messed up reservation then didn't appologize or comp), food is sub par and overpriced. Could be a lot better if run properly. Very dissapointing. Pros: None Cons: Rude management, overpriced low grade food more
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ABSOLUTELY OBNOXIOUS SERVICE 3/11/2007

After using this restaurant for my law firm's recruiting events and lunches, I will NEVER return to Loca Luna again. I planned a brithday party for a friend and 17 other people. I called THREE times during the week to confirm the logistics with Loca Luna. However, they sat us at a table for 12 and forgot 6 chairs. The management then tried to tell me that at a tapas restaurant, customers are suppose to "sit very close." The manager then proceeded to give me a tour of the restaurant to show me "how close" the patrons sit. WHO CARES?!?! At one point, the manager finally offered to sit us at a larger table. However, it wasn't until a hour later and after we were served our food, that the table became available. The fact is they screwed up and DIDN'T CARE. When I asked them to please compensate my friend for ruining her birthday, they said "no" and that they "were doing the best they could." What the hell? Loca Luna is a second-rate restaurant with terrible service. Cons: Everything, including terrible service more
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Fun atmosphere 2/5/2007

This place is a little confusing to find, it's around a lot of one way streets so if you miss it once you're driving around in circles. And parking was horrible, we had to pay $10 in a nearby lot. Love the inside, the place is huge and the atmosphere is great. Food, although very basic is good but not great. Was disappointed that there were no ceviches. Prices are good though. Did not care for my caipirinha, it tasted like it was made with tequila. Pura Vida's are much better, as well as their tapas (much more creative). Service was efficient and nice enough but I wouldn't say overly friendly. Would definitely like to try it again sometime, maybe in the spring they'll have some ceviches on the menu, and I hear they have a great patio. Pros: Atmosphere Cons: parking more
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GREAT TAPAS!!! 1/7/2007

I LOVE THE ATMOSPHERE JUST AS I HAD IMAGINED IT. HOWEVER I DID COME ON AN OFFPEAK NIGHT OF THURS AND THERE WAS NO LATIN MUSIC. BUT THE FOLKSY OLD DUDE ON THE GUITAR WAS ALL RIGHT. ID DEFINETLY GO BACK FOR ANOTHER TRY THOUGH... DEFINETLY TRY THE VODKA PASTA WITH CHICKEN... more
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Not Brazilian but still good 12/26/2006

This restaurant pops up under Brazilian cuisine. It is not Brazilian, but it is good. Its got a Latin Fusion Tapas thing going on: empanadas and fish tacos. For lunch the service is never good, but the drinks are. No matter what time you visit, the server will always tell you that the kitchen is about to close. Visit at night for a completely different atmosphere. Hot. Pros: Location, great drinks, great prices Cons: Poor service, limited parking, music not that great. more
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Best Live Spanish Music 12/21/2006

I've been here several times with friends and we always have a memorable experience. Love the atmosphere- rustic tropical vibe and a diverse crowd of people from everywhere. Great band on Friday nights, DJ on Saturday not bad either. Food ok but not very filling (mainly tapas). Nice drink selection, from strawberry margaritas to pearl necklaces. It's also one of the best places you can go in Atlanta if you're under 21. Try to park on Piedmont Rd or one of the lots on Juniper- Loca charges $10 for their lot. Other qualms: because it gets so crowded, expect to wait a good 5-10 minutes for the unisex bathroom. Pros: Great after-hours scene, good for under 21, love the live music Cons: Crowded, parking $10, long wait for bathroom more
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So fun 11/1/2006

This is a great hang out spot. There is always good music and strong drinks. The food excellent too. more
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Best latin dancing/ambiance in Midtown..... food not so good 9/14/2006

I love, but love to hang out in Loca Luna. The music is amazing and the drinks are reasonable and good. The food is not so great though so we went there a couple of time to have dinner but now we go after 11 just to enjoy the music and dancing. Pros: Excellent ambiance, music and dancing Cons: Not my favorite for dining more
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Forget Fridays! Saturdays are the BEST! 7/23/2006

Forget Fridays! Saturdays are BEST! I went this Saturday ngiht and all I have to say is WOW! The music and atmosphere was excellent. From the Salsa Band performing & sounding extremely well to the Dj plating all different types of music. I even heard some Michael Jackson & Bob Marley. That is great, not just Latin. I went before for saturdays, but now it is awesome....good improvements. Free Admission for everyone on Saturdays which is great for my budget. We got there around 11pm and there was a incredible energy and amount of people. A tip: make reservations to eat. You will not find a table if you arrive after 9pm and plan to eat. Also make sure to park at the entrance of Loca Luna. We left when it closed (around 2:50am) and there were still hundreds of people there. Me and my friends will definetly will go back again. Pros: Music, Atmosphere, Drinks Cons: Parking more
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Loca Luna 1/6/2006

Large place in midtown. Has covered outside. Salsaish music. Tapas. Good for a friday night date more
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Loca luna 12/15/2005

Its good latin place, bar and dance club but sometimes it can be crowded thought. Overall its good place more
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Loved it! 12/3/2005

My girlfriends and I used to go to Loca Luna nearly every weekend before I got married and we had a BLAST! The live music is AMAZING and the ambience is great. We met a lot of interesting people, lots of dancing, and if Jeff is still one of the bartenders (and you're reasonably attractive), he is SUPER easy! One kiss and he'll give you free drinks all night long! I don't particularly care for the food there, though. I have traveled to Latin American countries and the food at Loca Luna doesn't compare. I wouldn't even eat there out of convenience. Go dance, have fun, and get your free drinks, ladies! Pros: Atmosphere, Live Music, Nice Bartenders more
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Great spot for drinking and dining 7/29/2005

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. My husband and I are regulars at the wonderful wine tastings and have always had terrific food and service as icing on the cake. My favorite tapas are the tacos, calamari, and spicy oysters...but I've never had a bad dish here and have tried most everything on the menu. Go and enjoy! Pros: ambiance, service, value more
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Awesome Place 6/6/2005

I went there with some friends, and we had so much fun, we've gone back about 4 times, and I'm going there this wkend too. They have live music, and even if u cant salsa its still so much fun, and there's a diverse group of people. At first its like a restaurant and it later converts into ful on dance floor, and the oher section is made to look like your outside, its such a pretty place. And some of us were under 21 (19,20) so we payed just $5 bucks. They also have really hot guys there sometimes. other time, so so Pros: Cheap, Beutiful, Nice Crowd more
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great for parties 2/28/2005

i had my 21st birthday party there and everyone had a great time! the manager worked really hard with me before the party to get everything situated and the atmosphere was very lively and fun! The band was great, but it does get really crowded after 12. It was worth the $5 for parking. The drinks were excellent, some did complain about the food but I loved it and can't wait to go back! Pros: inexpensive, great drinks, lively Cons: crowded, loud, not best service more
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Worth the parking 6/21/2004

Endure the $10 parking for a great time! We've been twice on different weeknights and it's been a blast both times. The service is fast, the food is good and reasonably priced and the Mojitos can't be beat. Best Latin music and dancing in town. Pros: Music, Food/Drinking, Dancing more
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Sour Maragritas 9/4/2003

The margaritas at Loca Luna should not be rated higher than Gecko Lounge. Every time I've ordered one, I've had to send it back for them to make me a better one. Pros: Music, Food , Atmosphere Cons: Very Crowded, Poor Magaritas more
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Bring a megaphone... 1/27/2003

if you want to be able to talk around your table. The concept of an multi-appetizer dinner really does work here. The band (with rainstick mastery), was very appropriate for the overall atmoshere of the restaurant. The crowd is very young and attractive -- if you are over 30, you better be keeping an eye out for being the next Solent Green victim and being fed to Tech students. The service was pretty bad, but not unexpected for bar that strives to be as trendy and noisy as possible. Pros: Food Cons: Noisy, Service more
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Make like a Brazilian and party the night away at this festive Midtown hideaway.

Owner Message

  • The New Loca Luna has arrived at 550 Amsterdam Avenue in Midtown!

    The new spot still has the waterfalls, bamboo, palm trees, koi ponds, extended patio, private rooms and festive atmosphere
    We also have added an upgraded sound and video system and tons of free parking. We are still the best Latin dining and entertainment venue in Atlanta, and look forward to welcoming all our old and new friends to the New Loca Luna!

Editorial

  • The Scene
    Loca Luna works the tropical theme--and works it hard. Intense splashes of primary color meet the eye at every turn. The dilemma of a less-than-inspiring view of a parking lot is solved by painting idyllic seaside vistas into pretend windows. The expansive interior courtyard adds to the sense of escape from Midtown and makes a great spot for that large group get-together.

    The Draw
    The place borders on "get on the banana boat" silliness, but it's blessed with an infectiously festive atmosphere and killer grooves courtesy of the house samba band. When the place is packed and the rum is flowing, you might think, just for a minute, that you're in Ipanema. Lula frita, bife com banana, brochette de galinha: You don't have to know what they are--these tasty Brazilian dishes are reason enough to venture to Loca Luna. It's a tapas restaurant, so order several and share.

  • 8/27/2006 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Tue-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-12am Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-3am Sat 5pm-3am Sun 5pm-10pm
  • Payments: Visa, American Express, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Morningside-Lenox Park, Northeast
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