The mussels were the best we have had and we have had a lot! We will definitely be back! The pizza was tasty but could have done with a little more topping.
Its the perfect spot near middle brighton station to catch up with a friend. I went to have a glass of wine and it was the perfect temperature in the room to dodge the windy winter blues. The staffs were absolutely amazing and friendly . Loved their collection of drinks.
Went last week for date night. Food and restaurant was lovely, tried the new veal schnitzel which was a a great portion and super tasty. Only complaint is that in a nearly empty restaurant we were seated right next to another couple (struggled to squeeze between tables). Other than that, really lovely!
![Zomato]( "Recensione")
The Dear Luncher has visited Half Moon a few times, but this recent visit has prompted a review. This was the first proper sit down lunch after a few function visits.
The charcuterie spread to begin with, was great. It was probably lacking a cheese to balance it out though. Blood sausage doesn't sound appealing, but it was probably the highlight. Fleshy, artisan level sausage. Salami was first rate, however the prosciuto was unconvincing.
The 300gram Scotch fillet was the main ordered by yours truly. Prepared medium and with Café de Paris butter plonked on top. The butter made sexual relations with the fillet, resulting in glorious union of meat and butter that was heavenly.
Mrs Luncher was having a day off the keto diet and opted for the biggest carb load possible by ordering the seafood linguine. Packed full of fish, prawns, clams and mussels - it was given two very large thumbs up from a woman that has eaten 213124 seafood pastas in her life.
With almost all Colonial Brewing beers available either on tap or via tinnies, the beer selection is superb. The Colonial IPA is one of the better IPAs going around. The courtyard is a superb place to eat, particularly when you get a day like The Dear Luncher did just recently in Brighton.
A real safe, go-to option in BRIGHHHHHH-ton.
Our decision to dine at Half Moon on a beautiful, autumn Anzac Day was perhaps not the most savvy! I say this only because the place was jam-packed and as a result, incredibly noisy. The food and service were impressive and for sure we will return on a less auspicious, quieter occasion!
Been here now a few times - great music and awesome vibes at night. I’ve had the steak before but was a little over cooked and I wasn’t a huge fan of their polenta chips either. I’ll definitely be back for a drink but most likely not a meal.
The polenta chips here are to die for. I usually order the polenta and the seafood pasta. Both are delicious and they are almost like comfort food for us.
Had dinner there for the first time last week! It was a Wednesday night and it was a packed place! We made a booking earlier.
We went to the back dining area which can accomodate quite a few. Decor and space make up for a great ambience. Food was great with an extensive menu. I accidentally spilled my drink on the table and was given another free of charge which was very kind of them.
Our little one enjoyed the kids menu and overall we had a great time. Staff were very friendly. Great range of cocktails too!
Good local with friendly staff and great steaks! Go for happy hour followed by a meal in the restaurant. Nice selection of beers on tap from Colonial
Had dinner and drinks few months ago. I'm ordered seafood linguine, it tastes ok with many seafood in it but so expensive. The venue was supercool, it has bar, dining area and outdoor seating (also balcony on top). Nice to have drinks, catch up with friends.
Two areas to eat, the bar area and to the back the seated more formal dinning area. Ive only eaten at the bar area and I was fairly surprised. Parma was great and so were the pizzas. Plenty of deals on different nights and perfect for a meal and drinks with mates.
We met here before going on to dinner elsewhere as planned.
Ambience is good. A bit noisy in places, but we found a relatively quiet corner where we could talk.
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
+4.5
Lunched here yesterday having had this venue recommended by a friend & I was overall pleased. I ordered their Chicken Pie, hand-cut Chips with a fennel & mint Salad at $24, the pie was full of chicken pieces & some vegetables and was truly flavoursome also the chips were fried to perfection. My dish was served steaming hot within 15 minutes of ordering although the bistro wasn't busy when I first arrived. Service provision was very good by Amy the waitress, I found her to be friendly & efficient, although a bit disappointed that 2 tables had no salt & pepper shakers (including mine so I had to ask) & I also wasn't warned of the exceptionally hot copper based small pot the pie was served in. The vocal background music was barely audible therefore could be heard over easily & the ambiance was bright & cheery.
The Juror's Verdict: Food 5/5, Service Provision 4.25/5, Will I return: Maybe, prices of other dishes were a bit too expensive
Phill Jury (food critic & writer)
Omg finally a decent pub found in the south-east
Living north all my life great corner pubs everywhere moving to south end soon and thank the pub gods I found a pub and a great one . We had a ball .. initial reception was poor .. however they picked up the pace and there game rapidly ..food and wine list were exceptional .. we definitely will be making this another regular date night event .
![Zomato]( "Recensione")
Had dinner there with friends a few months ago.
My main course was steak, chips and salad which was tasty but hugely expensive!
I have had better at much better prices at a couple of bayside southern suburbs.... $15.00 and $18.00!
The steak here in Brighton was a bit tough and over done when I had ordered medium rare.
They need to get that right or I will be returning it requesting for one that was what I ordered.
Choice of steak needs to be more tender quality as well because fibrous medium rare steak will never become tender.
Last night we had drinks at the front bar but had to move outside with the smokers unfortunately because it was so noisy with the older men all talking with very loud voices making it difficult to hear ourselves speak unless we shouted which would further contribute to the high decibels. Would be worse if you had live music playing.
Outside became very cold so went home.
Glad when no more smoking is allowed outside so nonsmokers could also be able to enjoy FRESH AIR INSTEAD OF CIGARETTE AND CIGAR SMOKE which is CARCINOGENIC AND DNA DAMAGING!
Had a small pizza which was way too thin but tasty.
Half Moon is back! It was rubble for a while but when they re-opened it had a whole new air of coolness about it and it looks like it is going really well. They have cleverly zoned the big space with indoor bar, outdoor seating and a bistro area plus function spaces. We usually hang in the bar or in the outdoor space but it’s a bit cold tonight and the heaters can’t fight it so we headed into the bistro.
The rib eye steak was super tasty! Definitely will come back for more! Staff were very friendly, bar makes a great Mojito & interior of the venue was very cool.
Had a delicious suckling pig here! Love that you can go here with a group of friends and know that the food is good. I will have to come back to try more of the menu.
Good food and great atmosphere in the front bar. Prices are reasonable for the Brighton area. Great outdoor area. Had the scotch fillet off the front bar menu. Cooked to perfection. Chef only cooks it to medium rare. Although it possibly was a little rare than I anticipated but I like my steak that way.
Only negative is that the staff were a bit eager to clean the tables too quickly.
Also has a great selection of tap beers.
Would go back.
Really lovely menu and wonderful range to drink. Nothing disappoints here. There is a nice classy but casual outdoor area for a drink with friends or a lovely inside area that is perfect for a celebration with the family or an intimate dinner with a date or partner. It really has whatever you are looking for ;)
Nice place, delicious food. Apple cider is perfect. Dessert is just to die for.
Not enough attention, probably because this place is too big with only three waitress. But we didn't mind get the menu ourselves.
But they don't have soy milk or any other non-dairy milk. Woo~~
700g T-Bone steak and cider! Do I need to say more!? Not only are the steaks big! They're tender, juicy and delicious!! I love a good steak! Service was not all that great but the food we had most certainly was!
Cool place and it was also open before new years. That was a really hot day. I got a glass of rose and my friends ordered different beers. We also got parma. It was delicious.
My Romance Addiction
+4.5
My hubby and I have been here a few times since moving to Melbourne. Staff are always friendly and the service is always great. Lovely outdoor area, perfect for a relaxing afternoon. Close to shops and public transport :)
www.myromanceaddiction.com.au
I worked in this restaurant for awhile and ate here too. It is Modern Australian and the concept is very interesting - pomegranate on salad as well as working with a massive selection of salad items, sous vide or slow cooked chicken breasts for their salads and sandwiches. The venue is quite interesting too and posh. I am quite disappointed that the past reviews has been bad. I hope this restaurant recovers balance soon. Oh, this restaurant was also featured in a television show.
Great local pub. Caters for gf options happily! I'd give this place a 5 if I could get a gf Parma! Great wine list better than most pubs. Staff are friendly happy to have this as my local:))
Great function in the central room. Just had my daughters 21st birthday party in the Central Room. I could not have wished for a better night. We were all very impressed with the choice of menu, service was professional, the food was cooked well and flavoursome.
We were able to decorate the room which added to the festivities. 5 stars Half Moon. Thanks
Went here on a Sunday night and was very impressed, staff were kind and my chicken Parma was beautiful, but my cousin ordered a fish and chips for $25 and got 5 chips and 2 pieces of fish, other wise a good night
I’d have to say that this burger hunt is probably the most controversial to date. I guess it comes back to the question – What attributes must be present for a food item to be classified as a burger? When is a burger not a burger? This was the issue faced by Chris and I on Monday night. Since Chris is a much better writer than I am, he has kindly provided his take on the whole affair – however I will provide my own tasting notes on the burgers and judgement here – (as a side note – we ordered two Burgers, a side of Poutine, and dessert – sticky date and chocolate fondant) : For all intents and purposes the burger looks like a pretty normal burger. It’s a bit on the small side for my tastes – that annoying size between a slider and a hamburger, but you get a heafty slab of meat so you won’t leave hungry… The bun is a nice light brioche, very sp
If you ever go to Half Moon all I can say is for Main - HAVE THE RIBS! Tender pork which has been rubbed with a fantastic spice which almost whacks you in the face with intense smokeyness and hint of chilli. With it's accompaniment coleslaw which allowed you to cool down and had a fantastic flavour similar to an asian slaw with fresh corriander or mint. It truly made the dish of the night for me.
Half Moon has changed a few times over the years but has always kept it’s name. It seemed to be empty for a very long time but this prime position in Brighton is now very much a hot favourite with the locals and rain or shine seems to be overflowing with happy punters. From the front it looks like a reasonable size space with a bar and covered garden-esque area but when you pop inside you find the place just goes on and on with a good sized restaurant and functions areas!! I really love the private dining room too a little glam space for a select group to enjoy! The Bar Menu ‘Hands Best Friend’ is a mouthwatering list of small bites like pork pies, calamari, skewers, scotch egg along with ‘Pub Classics’ – the burger, fish and chips and parma – similar staples to the offering in the dining area. We arrive with our Dimmi booking online all sorted but no record of our booking in the system which is a bit worrying but the guys are lovely and fortunately a no – show means we get a table qui
Seafood and champagne!. Amazing! Live Jazz, seafood, drinks, I had a great night guys. Thanks for the effect. It was packed which creates a fantastic atmosphere, worth it going all the way to Brighton for your Seafood Spectacular. The canapés were delicious; the decoration with the ice sculptures was a hit! Can’t wait for the next one, hope at least your Oyster Frenzy is coming soon!!
Thoroughly enjoyed the flavors. Mum and I had oysters for starter & barramundi for main. The thyme infused poached fruits for desert was interesting and delicious. I especially liked the Pinot Grigio by the glass. I find with someplaces the wine by the glass options are a bit bla.. But not here:)
Top quality food and great service. Went to Half Moon without booking hoping for dinner in the separate restaurant section - I'm new to the area- and they were fully booked. But the maître d was so nice enough to call us back to let us know that a couple had just finished dinner and offered us a booking. My steak was cooked to perfection and service was fantastic. Thanks Half Moon:)
Pub food. Recommend their fish and chips.
Good bar selection.
If you're hungry - don't get the parma expecting a traditional pub style schnitzel.
What a joke. We arrived for Friday lunch and ordered 3 Parmas at $26.00 each. What an absolute joke. We have all been eating parmas for years and to say we were ripped off is an understatement. Words cannot even describe the pathetic meal that we received. A few chips, a bit of salad and a piece of rolled chicken with a burnt piece of ham around it and so small. Just because its Brighton don't think we are stupid and can afford it.
My best advice is if you walk past Half Moon , keep walking!!!
Not bad.... We had Friday night drinks and ate dinner in the dining area. The bar was busy and the service to get a drink was very very average and very slow... The staff in the dining area were excellent and very friendly and the food was lovely. The waitress knew what each dish was and was able to explain menu items. I noticed they have a great little space/room out the back, perfect for a celebration/party. The crowd inside were of the older persuasion, great for the older crowd. A pleasant evening overall..
Nice bar space and restaurant area. Food was reasonable with attentive staff in dining area.
Amazing pizza and great drinks including ruinart champagne which is not widely available. Lovely outdoor garden area.
Went with some friends for lunch. I had a Barramundi special which was really good, others had Chicken Parma, Beef Pie, Salmon Salad and Rocking. Everybody enjoyed their meals, I would go back.
Good food. Went on a Tuesday night with 3 others, ordered the beef burger and the ribs and both were delicious. Maybe I was expecting worse after all the negative reviews but I'd happily return for a pub meal when in Brighton next. Service is friendly.
Good food good service nice selection of desserts...
Great location and vibe! Will be back!!
My partner and I dined here the other week and we were both extremely impressed with the whole experience. It was a Sunday night so one of the quieter nights I would expect, but there were enough people dining and in the front bar area for there to be a nice atmosphere. The service was excellent. Wait staff were very attentive but certainly did not give you the feeling they were trying hurry you up. The food was excellent! I had the fish of the day (snapper) and it was one of the best meals I've had in a long while. Wine list was great, and deserts were beautiful. All in all a great dining experience. We will go back for sure.
A table for 12 please. A party for 12? Sure no problem.
Celebrating a birthday dinner there was surly no issues with catering on a busy saturday night for a large table at 7pm, as many restaurants these days will always say 6pm is the more suited time or 8pm.
This tucked away dining room, is arranged fantastically not being shoved in a corner or feeling like a sardine in a can with brick walls and creme decor.
Staff were attentive to the beginning of the evening up until dessert where they faded away and service became almost nil, but whether that was due to the increasing demand at the bar for Saturday night drinks.....
Food was fantastic having share plates to begin with followed by sum very scrumptious mains and dessert of which was enjoyed by all.
With a function room and bar both having loud music it did effect the overall dining experience with having to yell over the music, but over all a pleasant evening.
Ms R Kruss. I recently celebrated my daughters 21st at Half Moon Brighton. We booked a function room together with drinks and food. I don't as a rule write a review but the food was so exceptional that I had no choice. The budget that my daughter had set was limited and we thought she might run out of food or drinks but not only was each individual food choice of exceptional quality and taste and plentiful, the drinks were more that suffiicient as I believe an honest bar tab was maintained by the friendly staff.I would have to mention the pear cider as that was a hit with many of the more mature family members. As sceptical as I was in the begginning I would have no hesitation in recommending Half Moon for your function and found the manager Belinda was very helpul in assisting my daughter in making the best choices in keeping with her budget.
Great pub The place was packed on a Friday night and so it should be! Brighton...I'm jealous, wish there was a pub like this near me. Food is simple, tasty and inexpensive, staff looked after us and were really helpful. There is nothing like this pub anywhere else in Brighton...that's for sure
Great service, lovely staff and the food was delicious!!!
Highly recommend this venue for a private function. We held an 18th Birthday upstairs in the Henry Room. Food was great and service was amazing. Our personal function manager on the night looked after us and ensured everything ran smoothly and we always had a drink in our hand. Room has a great vibe and we would style the room how we wanted.
Very trendy gastro pub. Mains were delicious. Dessert was a bit weird, small menu but had an apple crumble but it was definitely a cake. Still good but a tad disappointing. Will be back though for another meal :-)
A secret garden place for the community around. They have really giant space for customers and truly delicious food. My favorites are grilled skull prawns and the roast chicken. Sour, spicy, and salty in one plate. Enjoy the place and don’t forget to order one glass of cocktail.
Arrived at 12.00 & sat in the back dining room. Seemed very quiet. However the place was humming by the time we left. The food was bright & fresh. Hamburgers seemed very popular. Started with the large prawns followed with the Caesar Salad the white anchovies made the meal.
Super aesthetic and vibrant modern pub at the heart of Brighton
Love their cozy ambiance and warm hospitality with delicious menu and beautiful cocktails.
Cant wait to be back exploring rest of their amazing dishes
🌛Sunday roast
🌛Roast duck breast
🌛Grilled skull island prawn
🌛Burrata
🌛Coconut and chocolate creameaux
🌛Brookies apple and cherry crumble
🥧 beef wellington
🐟 barramundi
🥩 porterhouse
🍳 steak tartare
🍄 warm mushroom tart
🍎 apple tart tartin
🏠: @halfmoonbrighton
📍: Church St, Brighton
📝: Half Moon, a much-loved local bar and restaurant located on the busy Church St, Brighton. They’ve got a mix of beautiful indoor and outdoor dining area with a delicious seasonal menu made from quality local produce.
❤️: Big shoutout to the 🐟 Barramundi with roasted 🥕 carrot puree, 🎃 pumpkin fondany, and cider beuree blanc. The fish skin was so perfectly crispy and flavorful and the flesh was fresh and tasty 😋. If you love meat, I’d recommend a 🥧 Beef Wellington or a 🥩 fillet of steak from the grill!
After many attempts we were at last able to hold the celebration for my 50th in the delightful Henry Room at Half Moon Brighton. Since my initial inquiry 11 months ago through to the wonderful event, Samantha was a tower of strength and positivity, constantly introducing new ideas and cheering me on to the certainty that the party would go ahead. All guests raved about the room, the balcony, the food and the friendly helpful staff. Anthony was spectacular and made sure the night was everything I could have hoped for and more!
An error has occurred! Please try again in a few minutes