Reviews of Moonlite Cafe

We came on Thursday for the chicken parmesan special. Not only was dinner delicious the portions were generous. For dessert it was tiramisu. This was made from a family recipe, the owner's family. This was delicious, rich cream you could taste the expresso. Service was excellent and it always is.

Finally! In 2022, naaaaa . . . Any year for the past ten years. An unmolested Pittsburgh bar the way it ought to be. Sparse crowd at seven pm , growing to a full group of an eclectic variety. I had the chu chu sandwich with veal because I was told it's their signature sandwich. It should be the signature sandwich of black and gold nation, not the overrated french fry and coleslaw sandwiches that wear the badge. My wife had the chicken parmigiana. It was a large helping and cooked to perfection with a side of penne in garlic butter sauce. I want to write about the fries too but my wife wants me to put my phone down now. You're going to have to find out for yourselves, think McDonald's!

We absolutely love The Moonlight. The food is always amazing especially the Chicken Salad! We have been going there for years and have been impressed with the taste of all the dishes we have ordered. You can bring your family here as well & watch the kids play pool while you wait for your food to come out. (Its in a separate area in the back) Can't wait to go again.

Mamma mia! If you've been in search of a bona fide Italian experience without the hefty price tag, buckle up, foodies, because I've found the place. That's right, we drove cross town to dine at Moonlite Cafe and it was worth every mile. First off, let's talk portions. Moonlite Cafe knows the meaning of generosity. We're talking about mountains of food, literally. Their Zucchini Mountain is a delectable tower, generously portioned to serve four, although in my case, it was a delicious battle for two. The zucchini was tender, stacked sky-high, and accompanied by a sauce that screamed 'mangia'! (Leftovers for 2 meals) SAUCE: Moonlite Cafe's marinara is the real MVP—authentic, zesty, and giving me all the "just like Nonna used to make" vibes. Seriously, can we have a moment of silence for all the other places that mess this up with a marinara that tastes like brown sugar or, even worse, green peppers? Not here!!! When it came to the side salad, we were floored by its sheer size and ridiculously reasonable price—only $4! Compare that to other places where you'd easily drop $8-10. But the crown jewels? Italian roasted peppers and a duo of olives! However, a tiny word of advice: ****The house dressing is on the vinegar-forward side. So, perhaps, drizzle don't drown. But hey, if that's the only hiccup, I'd say we're in pretty great shape.**** Now, if you're hesitating over their slushies, don't. With a dash of alcohol, this drink won me over instantly. I mean, if Moonlite Cafe can make a slushy skeptic say 'Damn, that's good,' they're clearly onto something. Ah, but life isn’t perfect—even in foodie paradise. The absence of Eggplant Parm on the menu left me a tad disheartened, but hey, we can't have it all, right? On the vegetarian front, the menu might leave you wanting for more variety, but their pasta sans meatballs hit the spot for me. Shrimp options are also available for pescatarians out there. My husband opted for the Chicken Parm and let’s just say, the portion was large enough to stretch into a second meal. His verdict? More marinara would've been the cherry on top, but taste-wise? Chef's kiss. Now, for the jaw-dropping grand finale: all this indulgence—two side salads, a Zucchini Mountain, pasta, Chicken Parm, a Stella Artois, and a slushy—came to a shockingly reasonable under $50. Are you kidding me? Oh, and about the dinner pace: 0ur dishes rolled out faster than you can swipe right on a dating app or a Ferrari on an open road, take your pick. The dining area was weirdly chill, but that's a one-off; this place usually pops. Even the regulars were like, "What's the deal? Where's the crowd?" Servers shrugged it off as an oddly slow night. But don't sleep on this—the bar side was straight-up busy. ***So, with two more hours till closing time (restaurant side), the rapid-fire courses seemed more like Moonlite Cafe being super eager to impress us. No biggie, but a little breathing room between dishes would have been the cherry on top.**** If you’re seeking an eatery that marries affordability with authenticity, Moonlite Cafe is your sanctuary. Generous portions, authentic flavors, and prices that won't make you sob into your spaghetti. Bellissimo! Yes we will be going back!

I come here after work to have beers. Bartenders are friendly and will take care of ya, good atmosphere, nice mix of crowd but generally an 'older' crowd. Calzones are phenomenal! Never had them Soo good, have had a few to make sure it wasn't a fluke. Way better than what pizza shops generally offer. Mozzarella wheels are also good 👍 had Lasagna as a special one day it was amazing - you could tell it was homemade 🤤 Prices are very reasonable, inside is nice and clean.