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Following the success of their catering company, Tre Luna Catering, Brian and Erin Mooney opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant, Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen, in 2019. The restaurant’s menu is Italian-inspired and suits a variety of occasions, whether guests want to come for celebratory Champagne and oysters or a casual weeknight pizza. The dining room seats close to 100 people, with additional seating at the bar overlooking the beautiful pizza oven.
A WING AND A SHARE
“These Duck Fat Chicken Wings are a delicious year-round appetizer from their menu. They are perfect for sharing with a crowd. Rich, spicy and tangy with the lemon aioli, they are a favorite.”
MAINS: BIG BOLD DISHES, CLASSICS AND CREATIVE TWISTS
“We run a lot of fresh fish from the Gulf, which always seems to go over well with guests, but I’d say the classic Italian dishes – such as the Chicken Parm and Spaghetti Bolognese – are some of the most popular. However, our most popular dish is the slow braised boneless short ribs with classic mashed potatoes and asparagus.”
FAMILIAR AND REFINED
“When spring arrives and the weather starts to warm, you’ll be looking for a casual spot to sit back and enjoy a nice meal under the stars -- whether you want to grab a table outside under the twinkling patio lights or indoors in the vibrant dining room.”
THE VISION BEHIND ONE OF BIRMINGHAM’S FAVORITE ITALIAN RESTAURANTS
“Pizza dough and sauce are scratch-made, and pies are baked in a wood-burning oven. Many are topped with locally sourced ingredients, including gourmet Magic City Mushrooms from Birmingham.”
DISABILITY INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE
“Brian and Erin Mooney Of Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen On How Businesses Make Accommodations For Customers and Employees Who Have a Disability”
MEET ERIN MOONEY
“Kindergarten teacher-turned-culinary maven Erin Mooney is making delicious waves in Hoover, AL. Unsurprisingly, her roots in the area and the industry run pretty deep. Though Erin is originally from Selma, she grew up in the Birmingham area, where her mother’s Italian family ran a restaurant. She later spent time in Florida, where she met her husband, Chef Brian Mooney — but Alabama’s pull was strong.”
PAN SEARED SCALLOPS OVER PUMPKIN RISOTTO
“This creamy pumpkin risotto features a hint of nutmeg and is topped with perfectly seared scallops, creating a decadent and comforting dish. This risotto recipe is simple and approachable to the home chef, yet produces an elevated dish that is sure to impress.”
HOOVER’S OWN IRON CHEF
“Brian Mooney is the owner and chef at Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen in Brock’s Gap, where he cooks up Italian-inspired appetizers, entrees and desserts.”
9 HIDDEN ALABAMA RESTAURANT GEMS
“Whether you’re sitting indoors or outside under the moon and stars, Tre Luna has a casual and energetic vibe, with an efficient and knowledgeable waitstaff.”
