Mezza Luna Pasta & Seafood in Marietta is getting a fresh identity this summer, as owner-chef Daniele Furfaro prepares to relaunch the family-run restaurant as Trattoria Bella. The team expects to stay open through most of the changeover and is targeting a mid-August grand opening for the updated concept. They are pitching it as a new chapter rather than a total overhaul, with a more elevated evening menu that still leans heavily on handmade pastas and seafood. Day-to-day service is set to continue throughout the transition, with only short closures anticipated for cosmetic touch-ups if they become necessary.
Furfaro told What Now Atlanta that the goal is a mid-August debut for Trattoria Bella at 2100 Roswell Rd #2198, and that “we want to be one of the best restaurants here in Marietta.” He said the new name is meant to help the Marietta spot stand on its own and give the kitchen room to lean into higher-end entrees without walking away from the neighborhood staples that built its following.
What the Rebrand Will Look Like
On the restaurant’s own site, Mezza Luna describes the shift as “A New Chapter,” promising that Trattoria Bella will carry over the same family-driven spirit in a polished, refreshed setting. The owners stress that handmade pastas, seafood and catering will remain core to the experience even as the evening menu moves in a more upscale direction.
Menu and Service Plans
According to What Now Atlanta, Trattoria Bella’s lineup will fold in high-end entrees such as steak, lobster and sea bass alongside classic Italian dishes. Furfaro said the transition will be gradual and low-drama, with no plans for a long shutdown. Any closures are expected to be brief and tied to finishing cosmetic upgrades and finalizing branding details.
Separating From the Smyrna Mezza Luna
The rebrand is also intended to clear up confusion with a separate Mezza Luna in Smyrna that operates under different ownership at 1669 Spring Rd SE. Public listings for the Smyrna restaurant, including MapQuest, show a different address and phone number, underscoring that the two businesses are unrelated.
What Diners Should Know
Reservations remain available via OpenTable, and the restaurant is already advertising wine dinners and other special evenings as it gears up for the Trattoria Bella launch. Community feedback on TripAdvisor and other review aggregators has been steadily positive for the family-run kitchen, suggesting the rebrand is meant to build on a loyal base rather than fix a failing concept.
“We want to be one of the best restaurants here in Marietta,” Furfaro reiterated, and Trattoria Bella is the family’s attempt to prove it. This story will be updated as the owners lock in a firm opening date and finalize the new menu.
