Following up on some of the posts from a few weeks ago regarding Pazza Luna on Route 1 (northbound lane) in Saugus.... I like this place. It's done in a modernistic eclectic decor with high ceiling, high-tech lighting and glossy cement floor....yet it feels warm. The large wood-burning brick oven dominates the bar area. We tried a pizza and found it very good, with everything made fresh. On a Saturday night, the place was packed early which surprised me a bit since I had 3 little kids with me. We tried a number of Italian dishes with the portions very substantial. The linguine carbonara was excellent. The right side of the building houses a discotheque which I understand is pretty popular on weekend nights. I guess you would classify Pazza Luna as an upscale casual family restaurant...no white table cloth formality but a big step up from an East-Side Mario's (which happens to be a short distance away). It's a little less formal than Donatello's. Decent little wine list and a slew of beers on tap. This place has an interesting concept. It's a fun place to dine out. John Gallagher
Massachusetts