Eat Small: Luna Rossa

 Luna Rossa is a family owned Italian restaurant located in Tustin, CA. (They also have a location in Las Vegas, Nevada) At their Tustin location they have a beautiful patio for outdoor dining or you can order to go. 

ORDER: Luna Rossa

Q+A with owner Valentina Molli: 

Why did you decide to open your own restaurant? 

Well I was the youngest out of 4 sisters and my dad wanted somebody to take over the business. So I think about the age of 3 when they asked me what I wanted to be when I grow up. I actually told them that I will wait until my dad retires and I will be the boss. I stuck to my word and kept my promise. I took over the family business at the age of 25.

Do you have any tips for someone who wants to start their own business?

Yes.. I would say, to be persistent its not going to be easy. You have to have the passion with food and people. If you find those things are things you actually love and working hard honestly you can accomplish it. You just have to have a lot of patience at this point.

How can someone support your small business during a time like COVID? 

Anything helps. From a great review to buying a gift certificate ordering food to go. The biggest help is honestly word of mouth so if you ever come in or grab to go post on social media & let your friends know. That's honestly the best help anyone could give us.