The Moon – American
Bathed in a soft, ethereal glow, The Moon invites guests into a chic sanctuary where the air is fragrant with the savory promise of expertly crafted Asian-inspired small plates. Crispy, golden-hued wontons and delicate, hand-pleated gyoza offer a symphony of textures, while the kitchen transforms fresh seafood and tender duck into vibrant, bite-sized treasures perfect for sharing. It is an enchanting space that balances modern elegance with the comforting warmth of traditional flavors, making every visit feel like a luminous escape from the everyday.
7179 Valley Boulevard, Blowing Rock NC 28605 https://themoonatblowingrock.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Moon
Dairy-Free at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 19 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad, Crispy Duck and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Duck, Wakame and Spicy Squid Salad (Ika Sansai). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 42 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sushi Appetizer, Krab & Avocado Salad and Hamachi Jalapeño. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 13 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Jalapeño, Green Salad and Chicken Madness. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wakame and Spicy Squid Salad (Ika Sansai). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Madness, Fries and Wakame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad, Edamame and Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Moon
The Moon in Blowing Rock has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad, Edamame and Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Moon
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Kaw Soi | 43.6 g | 79.6 g |
| Seafood Paradise | 38.8 g | 60 g |
| Pineapple Fried Rice | 35.4 g | 54.5 g |
| The Moon Fried Rice | 17.8 g | 53.1 g |
| Fresh Summer Rolls | 55.7 g | 32.9 g |
| Ahi Poke | 20.2 g | 30.1 g |
| Crispy Duck | 98.5 g | 29.3 g |
| Chicken Larb Salad | 67.7 g | 28.2 g |
| Spicy Beef Salad | 15.1 g | 27.9 g |
| The Moon Combo | 50.2 g | 26.6 g |
| Hamachi Jalapeño | 16.6 g | 23.8 g |
| Chicken Madness | 8.5 g | 21.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Sunday
- 11:00-15:00 16:30-21:00
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the delectable flavors and satisfying portions, frequently highlighting the pleasant environment that creates a truly memorable dining experience. Guests consistently praise the welcoming and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise and warm demeanor significantly enhance the meal. This combination of a refined atmosphere and high-quality dishes leaves reviewers feeling thoroughly satisfied.
Menu
Hot Appetizers
- Crispy Spring Rolls - $8: Carrot, onion, cabbage, green bean, and bean thread noodles wrapped in spring roll skin served with sweet & sour sauce (4 pcs) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoon - $8: Krab, cream cheese and onion wrapped in wonton skin served with sweet & sour sauce (4 pcs) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Wonton - $8: Duck, cream cheese, sweet corn, red pepper, green onion and basil served with sweet & sour sauce (4 pcs) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Shumai - $9: Steamed or fried shrimp dumplings served with dark ginger sauce (6 pcs) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Gyoza - $9: Steamed or fried pork dumplings served with dark ginger sauce (5 pcs) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Gyoza - $9: Steamed or fried vegetable dumplings served with dark ginger sauce (5 pcs) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura - $14: Shrimp (3) and vegetables tempura served with dark ginger sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $7: Steamed soybeans dusted with sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $12: Lightly battered and fried served with sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oyster - $12: Panko fried oyster Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried Tofu - $8: Lightly battered fried tofu served with sweet chili sauce and crushed peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Fried - $10: Panko fried avocado served with spicy mayonnaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Cold Appetizers
- Spicy Squid Salad (Ika Sansai) - $12: Marinated squid salad Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi Appetizer - $15: Chef’s choice of Nigiri (5pcs) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sashimi Appetizer - $17: Chef’s choice of Sashimi (9pcs) Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tataki - $15: Thinly sliced seared tuna served with ponzu sauce and scallions Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Poke - $15: Soy marinated tuna with red onion, atop wakame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Jalapeño - $18: Thinly sliced hamachi with jalapeño, red onion, scallions and ponzu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tako (Octopus) - $14: Thinly sliced tako on top with spicy sauce, cucumber and scallions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Summer Rolls - $7: Green leaf, carrot, cucumber and basil wrapped in rice paper served with hoisin sauce & crushed peanuts (2 pcs) Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Salmon Carpaccio - $15: Aburi thinly sliced salmon topped with onion, scallions, sesame oil, w/ ponzu sauce & sriracha Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moon Salad - $15: Tuna, salmon, white fish, cucumber mixed with kimchee vinegar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Miso Soup - $5: Soybean broth with tofu, seaweed and scallions Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wakame - $7: Seaweed Salad Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Soup - $8: Thai hot & sour soup with mushroom, onion, tomato and scallions. Choice of chicken, shrimp or veggies & tofu Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Kha Soup - $9: Creamy coconut broth with mushroom, onion, tomato and scallions. Choice of chicken, shrimp or veggies & tofu Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad - $7: Mixed garden salad with your choice of ginger or peanut dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Larb Salad - $12: Ground chicken seasoned with lime juice, herbs, red onion, ground toasted rice and spices Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Krab & Avocado Salad - $12: Kani, avocado and tempura flakes mixed with QP mayo and sesame oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Beef Salad - $15: Grilled beef slices, cucumber, tomato, red onion, chili-lime dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- The Moon Fried Rice - $22: Shrimp, crab meat, egg, carrot, broccoli, onion, raisins and cashew nuts stir fried with curry powder Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pineapple Fried Rice - $21: Shrimp, pineapple, egg, carrot, broccoli, onion, raisins and cashew nuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaw Soi - $20: Egg noodles, shrimp, chicken, broccoli in curry sauce, topped with crispy noodles, fresh bean sprouts and red onion (contains peanuts) Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Madness - $19: Thai style stir fried ground chicken with eggplant, zucchini, onion and basil in basil sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Steak - $22: Stir fried tender beef with onion, bell pepper, scallions and mushroom Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Duck - $25: Roasted duck served with a choice of curry sauce, basil, ginger or garlic sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Moon Fish - $22: Crispy fillet fish stir fried with pineapple, bell pepper, carrot, onion and crispy basil leaves with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Teriyaki - $19: Marinated grilled chicken served with teriyaki sauce and steamed mixed vegetables Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Paradise - $26: Shrimp, mussel, squid, scallop with mushroom, carrot, bell pepper, onion, scallions, zucchini, pineapple and cashew nuts in prik pow sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Moriawase
- Chirashi - $34: Chef’s selection 15 pcs sashimi over a bed of rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sashimi Mori - $32: 15 pcs sashimi (chef’s choice) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi Mori - $28: 7 pcs nigiri (chef’s choice) and spicy tuna roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moon Moriawase - $34: 8 pcs sashimi (chef’s choice), 6 pcs nigiri (chef’s choice) and salmon mono maki Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pokie Dokie - $23: Marinated tuna or salmon over a bed of sushi rice with avocado, gari, scallions and wakame Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Unagi Don - $29: 10 pcs BBQ eel over a bed of sushi rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Moon Combo - $62: 4 pcs Nigiri, 6 pcs Sashimi, 1 Special maki roll, 1 Maki roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Nigiri & Sashimi
- Maguro (Tuna) Nigiri - $8: 2 pcs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uni (Sea Urchin): Market Price Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- White Rice - $2: Steamed jasmine rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Rice - $3: Steamed brown rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi Rice - $3: Vinegared rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Rice - $3: Thai sticky rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Fried Rice - $7: Simple fried rice with egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $5: French fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Vegetables - $7: Mixed steamed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Rice Noodles - $5: Plain steamed rice noodles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Coconut Sticky Rice - $4: Sticky rice with coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Macrobiotic
Kid's Menu
- Kid’s Kitchen - $10: Crispy chicken with jasmine rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Sushi - $10: 4 pcs California roll, 2 pcs Kani nigiri, 2 pcs Tamago sashimi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Moon
- Is The Moon dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Moon has 19 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Salad, Crispy Duck and Edamame.
- What can I eat at The Moon on a dairy-free diet?
- Green Salad, Crispy Duck and Edamame carry the dairy-free tag, out of 19 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Moon have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Green Salad and Edamame.
- Is The Moon gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Moon?
- Kaw Soi, at roughly 79.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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