Moonlight Japanese
A well-loved Japanese restaurant tucked down Byron Bay's Bay Lane, rated 4.8 across nearly 1,000 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Moonlight Japanese sits on Bay Lane in the heart of Byron Bay, one of the laneways just off the main streets of Australia's favourite beach town. Bringing Japanese flavours to the relaxed Byron dining scene, it's become a popular spot — the kind of slightly-tucked-away venue that rewards those in the know.
The appeal is that combination of quality Japanese food and a buzzy, atmospheric laneway setting that fits Byron's easygoing yet quality-conscious mood perfectly. In a town with no shortage of dining options, building a strong following takes a genuinely good experience, and Moonlight has clearly managed it.
With a 4.8 rating from nearly 1,000 reviews, it's clearly resonating with locals and visitors alike. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and central Byron gets very busy over weekends and holidays, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're visiting in peak season or planning to dine with a group on a busy night.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- TuesdayToday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 17:00 – 21:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 91
- Popularity
- 91
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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