Moonlight Byron Bay is a restaurants & cafes in Byron Bay, NSW, Australia, with a price range of $$$. It has a 4.8/5 rating from 978 Google reviews. Contact: 02 6685 8590. Website: https://moonlightbyronbay.com.au.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.





Byron Bay · Restaurants & Cafes
(978 reviews)
$$$
Modern Japanese by way of hibachi grill and wine bar. Moonlight opened in late 2022 and quickly became one of Byron's most talked-about restaurants. The charcoal grill is the centrepiece — expect blistered edamame, tuna tataki, and wagyu skewers matched with a sake-forward drinks list.
Had an amazing experience at Moonlight Japanese Restaurant in Byron. The food was incredible — each dish that came out somehow managed to be even better than the last. The flavours were outstanding and the hibachi grill dishes were absolutely delicious. The prawns and tataki really hit the spot. Such a delightful dining experience from start to finish. Really great service. Highly recommend!
Moonlight is our absolute favourite Byron Bay restaurant! Consistently delicious food, friendly, efficient staff and a chic, relaxed vibe! We prefer to sit on the verandah but have also dined inside and at the chef’s counter (watching all the action)! Do yourself a favour! You will not be disappointed!
Moonlight is THE BEST RESTAURANT I have ever been to. Went here with my boyfriend and was genuinely amazed at every dish - they’re packed with flavour and at the same time simplistic. Would recommend sitting at the bar as this makes it feel like an experience. Was so shocked by the food, I told my sister to visit when she went to Byron and she was just as amazed. Will be coming back to Byron just for this restaurant. WOW!!

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Corner of Jonson Street, Folk is the kind of all-day café that earns its place through good bones rather than spectacle. Warm timbers, honest café fare, mid-range pricing, and a front-row seat to Byron's main strip.

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There's good and there's great and then there's other worldly. I sat at the bar and engaged with the chef. It was instructive and a pleasure to observe a kitchen running smoothly and respectfully. The food without exception was sublime. I found my body lifting off the stool whenever I took a mouthful and was given great advice about which dish to choose when I asked for it. This food is as good as I've eaten anywhere in Australia. Thank you for your hospitality and for the memorable experience.
We came back to this restaurant for the second night in a row. On the first evening, the kitchen was already closed and a young waitress informed us in a rather rushed way. However, the head chef was very welcoming, and the following night he even remembered us, which was a really nice touch. Unfortunately, I wasn’t really in the right mood that evening because I was feeling unwell and couldn’t fully taste the food. For that reason, I didn’t order much and didn’t drink anything. Despite this, what I was able to try was very enjoyable, and it was clear that the dishes are well thought out and carefully prepared. Daniella, who I believe is the manager, took great care of us. She was attentive without ever being pushy and clearly noticed that I wasn’t feeling my best. My compliments go to the head chef and to Daniella for their professionalism and kindness. If I ever come back to Byron, I would definitely return here.
Tucked into Jonson Lane, away from the main-street circus, Bang Bang keeps things casual and affordable. The kind of spot that rewards locals who know their way around the back streets of Byron.