Restaurant Info
Luna Thai & Sushi in Banner Elk is a standout fusion spot that brings together native Thai chefs and expert sushi artisans in a cozy, upscale mountain‑town setting. Tucked along NC‑105, this full‑service gem offers an impressive 4.6‑star rating based on nearly 300 reviews, with diners consistently praising dishes like Pad Thai, Tom Kha and a variety of visually striking sushi rolls—including the local‑namesake “Banner Elk Roll”. The menu strikes a balance between authenticity and regional preferences, offering curries, noodle plates, sushi, sashimi and vegan‑friendly options (many curries are vegan and clearly marked sushi rolls are available) . Guests highlight warm, attentive service and a welcome ambience—complete with soft music, a sushi bar, fireplace, and even an aquarium feature—making it ideal for both casual lunches and romantic dinners . Whether you’re craving spicy Thai curry, fresh sashimi, or a creative roll, Luna Thai delivers consistently delicious, generously portioned food with a refined yet approachable vibe.
Contact Info
3990 NC-105, Linville, NC 28646
828-783-9284
Hours of Operation
Sunday – 11:30am-9pm
Monday – 11:30am-9pm
Tuesday – 11am-9pm
Wednesday – CLOSED
Thursday – 11:30am-9pm
Friday – 11:30am-9:30pm
Saturday – 11:30am-9:30pm
Appetizers & Sides
Thai Starter
Crispy Spring Rolls (4pcs)
Stuffed with carrot, onion, cabbage, celery and bean tread noodle wrapped in spring roll wrap Served with sweet and sour sauce
$ 8.00
Crab Rangoon (4pcs)
Wonton wrap with stuffed crab, cream cheese and onion. Served with sweet and sour sauce
$ 8.00
Gyoza (6 pcs)
$ 12.00
Fried Calamari
$ 12.00
Fresh Summer Rolls (2 pcs)
Add Tuna $3 or Add Shrimp $3
Green leaf lettuce, carrot, cucumber and basil leaves wrapped in rice paper. Served with hoisin sauce topped with peanut
$7.00
Shumai (6pcs)
Steamed shrimp dumpling. Served with dark ginger sauce
$ 9.00
Edamame
$ 7.00
Soup & Salad
Miso Soup
$ 4.00
Tom Kha Soup
(Chicken, Shrimp, or Veggie & Tofu)
Coconut broth with tomatoes, onion and mushroom and top with cilantro & scallion.
$ 8.00
Papaya Salad
(Shredded green papaya, tomatoes, cucumber, carrot and peanut with Thai style sauce)
$ 12.00
Spicy Tuna Salad (RAW)
$ 15.00
Tom Yum Soup
(Chicken, Shrimp, or Veggie & Tofu)
Thai Hot & Sour, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes and mushroom. Top with scallion & cilantro
$ 8.00
Garden Salad
(Green salad with ginger dressing or peanut dressing)
$ 7.00
Seaweed Salad
$ 9.00
Spicy Octopus Salad
*Items are raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or egg may increase risk of food-borne illness
$ 14.00
Side Orders
Side of Jasmine Rice, Brown Rice or Sushi Rice
$ 3.00
Side of Steam Vegetable
$ 7.00
Side of Steam Rice Noodle
$ 7.00
Side of Dipping Sauce
$ 0.75
Side of Teyaraki Sauce
$ 3.00
Kid’s Menu
( Only For Children 10 & Under Age )
Crispy chicken with Jasmine Rice
$ 10.00
Chicken Lomien Noodle
$ 12.00
Egg Fried Rice
$ 7.00
Drinks
Coca Cola Classic - 16 0z.
$ 2.95
Mr. Pibb
$ 2.95
Sprite - 16 oz
$ 2.95
Sweet Tea - 16 oz
$2.95
Diet Coke - 16 oz.
$ 2.95
Orange Fanta - 16 oz
$ 2.95
Ginger Ale - 16 oz
$ 2.95
UnSweet Tea - 16 oz
$ 2.95
Thai Dishes
Protein determines the price of the dish – – — Add Chicken $17…Add Tofu $17…Add Vegetables $17…Add Beef $20…. Add Shrimp $20…Add Crispy Chicken $20… Add Grilled Chicken $20…Add Seafood $26….Add Crispy Fillet Fish $22….Add Sauteed Curry Fish Fillet $22
Noodle Thai Dishes
Choose from the following: Chicken, Tofu, Vegetables, Beef, Shrimp, Crispy Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Seafood, Crispy Fish Fillet, Sauteed Curry Fish Fillet
Pad Thai Noodle
The most famous Thai rice noodle dish, stir fried with egg, cabbage, peanuts and scallions.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Pad See Eew
Stir fried flat rice noodle with egg, broccoli, carrot and onion in sweet soy sauce.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Pad Kee Mao
Stir fried flat rice noodle with egg, broccoli, carrot and onion in sweet soy sauce.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Lo Mein Noodle
Stir fried lo mein noodle with broccoli, onion, zucchini and carrot.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Sauteed Thai Dishes
Protein determines the price of the dish. Choose from the following: Chicken, Tofu, Vegetables, Beef, Shrimp, Crispy Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Seafood, Crispy Fish Fillet, Sauteed Curry Fish Fillet
Ginger
Stir fried with fresh ginger, mushroom, carrot, red bell pepper, onion and broccoli.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Basil
Stir fried with mushroom, carrot, red bell pepper, onion, bamboo, zucchini and basil leaves.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Sweet & Sour
Stir fried with pineapple, carrot, onion, red bell pepper and zucchini.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Mixed Vegetable
Stir fried mixed vegetables in lightly brown sauce.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Cashew Nut
Stir fried with mushroom, carrot, red bell pepper, onion, zucchini, pineapple and cashew nut .
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Fried Rice Thai Dishes
Thai Fried Rice
Stir fried rice with egg, broccoli, carrot and onion.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Basil Fried Rice
This is one of the fried rice most often ordered by natives. Stir fried rice with egg, bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, onion and basil leaves in the hot basil chili sauce.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Curry Thai Dishes
Red Curry
Curry paste mixed with coconut milk, bamboo, bell pepper, carrot, eggplant, zucchini and basil leaves.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Green Curry
Curry paste mixed with coconut milk, bamboo, bell pepper, carrot, eggplant, broccoli, zucchini and basil leaves.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Massman Curry
Curry paste mixed with coconut milk, peanut butter, potatoes, sweet potatoes, onion, carrot and peanut .
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Yellow Curry
Curry paste mixed with coconut milk, bell pepper, carrot, potatoes, sweet potatoes and pineapple.
with Chicken $ 17.00
with Tofu $ 17.00
with Vegetables $ 17.00
with Beef $ 20.00
with Shrimp $ 20.00
with Crispy Chicken $ 20.00
with Grilled Chicken $ 20.00
with Seafood $ 26.00
with Crispy Fish Fillet $22.00
with Curry Fish Fillet $ 22.00
Thai Special
Recommendations
Kaw Soi (No Rice)
It is served with soft and crispy egg noodle, chicken, shrimp and broccoli floating in curry sauce. Serve with a side of fresh cabbage, red onion and lime.
$ 20.00
Crispy Sliced Boneless Duck
with choice of sauce, *Spicy Basil sauce , *Ginger & Hoisin Sauce
$ 25.00
Chicken Madness
Thai style round chicken, Stir fried with eggplant, zucchini, onion, red bell pepper and basil leaves in basil sauce.
$ 20.00
King of the Sea
Combination of Shrimp, scallop, calamari, mussel and crispy fish. Stir-fried with clear noodle, scallion, shitake mushroom and carrot in ginger sauce.
$ 32.00
The Luna Fried Rice
Stir-Fried rice with curry powder, shrimp, lump crab meat, egg, carrot, broccoli, onion, pineapple and raisin. Topped with cashew nut
$ 21.00
Pepper Steak
Stir-Fried tender beef with onion, bell pepper, scallion and mushrooms on house special sauce
$ 22.00
Shrimp Mango
$ 26.00
Pho
Garnish with onion, green onion and cilantro.
Beef $ 17.00 | Seafood $ 20.00
Sushi Menu
Mono Maki Rolls
(6 pcs wrapped with seaweed outside)
Tuna*
$ 9.00
Fresh Salmon*
$ 7.00
Yellowtail*
$ 8.00
Red Snapper*
$ 7.00
Shrimp or Crab
$ 7.00
Avocado, Cucumber, or Asparagus
$ 7.00
Sushi Lunch Bento Box
* Box 1. Pad Thai with Chicken
( 4pcs California Roll, 1pc each of tuna, salmon and shrimp Nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
* Box 2. Fried Rice with Chicken
( 4pcs California Roll, 1pc each of tuna, salmon and shrimp Nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
* Box 3. Unagi Don (BBQ EEL)
( 4pcs California Roll, 1pc each of tuna, salmon and shrimp Nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
* Box 4. Sashimi Combo
( 4pcs California Roll, 1pc each of tuna, salmon and shrimp Nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
* Box 5. Spicy Tuna Combo
( 8 pcs spicy tuna roll, 3 pcs tuna nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
* Box 6. Spicy Salmon Combo
( 8 pcs spicy salmon roll, 3 pcs salmon nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
Box 7. Vegan Bento Box *vegan*
( 8 pcs vegan roll and fried tofu teriyaki with rice, 2pcs Crispy Spring Rolls )
$ 17.00
* Box 8. Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura
( 4pcs California Roll, 1pc each of tuna, salmon and shrimp Nigiri, 2pcs Fried Pork Gyoza )
$ 17.00
Classic Sushi Rolls (8pcs)
California Roll
(Crab Stick, Avocado, Cucumber)
$ 8.00
Boston Roll
(Cook Shrimp, Avocado, Cucumber & Vegan Mayo)
$ 9.00
Philly Roll
(Smoked Salmon, Avocado, Cream Cheese)
$ 9.00
Sweet Potato Tempura Roll (Vegan)
(Sweet Potato Tempura, Eel Sauce)
$ 8.00
Spicy Lover
* Spicy Tuna Roll
(Spicy Tuna, Cucumber, Spicy Sauce)
$ 10.00
* Spicy Salmon Roll
(Fresh Salmon, Cucumber, Spicy Sauce)
$ 10.00
* Spicy Yellowtail Roll
(Yellowtail, Cucumber, Jalapeño, Spicy Sauce)
$ 10.00
Spicy Shrimp Roll
(Cook Shrimp, Spicy Mayo and Tempura Crunchy)
$ 10.00
Japanese Sushi Combo
* Sushi Combo
7 pcs of chef ‘s choice Nigiri and Spicy Tuna Roll
$ 26.00
* Sashimi Deluxe
15 pcs of chef ‘s choice varieties Sashimi
$ 36.00
* Sushi and Sashimi Dinner
$ 34.00
* Special’s Luna Combo
4 pcs Nigiri, 6 pcs Sashimi (Chef’s choice), Dynamite Roll and Angry tuna Roll
$ 65.00
Double Stuff Rolls (8pcs)
Choose one of the ingredients to add up from Avocado, Asparagus, Cucumber, Cream Cheese
Choose one of the ingredients to add up from Avocado, Asparagus, Cucumber, Cream Cheese
Tuna*
$ 10.00
Fresh Salmon*
$ 10.00
Smoked Salmon
$ 10.00
Shrimp
$ 9.00
Yellowtail*
$ 10.00
Unagi* (BBQ Eel)
$ 10.00
Crab
$ 8.00
Mini Signature Rolls (5pcs)
* Snow white Roll
(Mango, Crab, Cream Cheese, Avocado, top with crunchy, White Tuna and onion tartar)
$ 12.00
* Sunshine Roll
(Salmon, Avocado, Cream Cheese, top with Salmon, spicy mayo and onion tartar
$ 12.00
* Bali Roll
$ 12.00
* Black Bear Roll
(Tuna, Yellow tail, Avocado, Yellow radish, Cream Cheese, Masago top with jalapeño kimchee sauce and spicy mayo)
$ 12.00
* Atlantic Roll
(Avocado, Cream Cheese, Crab top with Smoke Salmon, spicy mayo and onion tartar)
$ 12.00
* Louisiana Roll
(Shrimp, Avocado, Mango, Cream Cheese top with Yellowtail and spicy kimchee sauce)
$ 12.00
* High country Roll
(Salmon, Yellowtail, Avocado, Cucumber top with white tuna onion tartar and spicy mayo)
$ 12.00
Yellow Rabbit Roll (Vegan)
(Mango, Avocado, Inari, Bell Pepper, yellow radish topped vegan mayo)
$ 10.00
Spider Roll
(Soft Shell Crab Tempura, Cucumber, Asparagus, Masago, Eel Sauce)
$ 13.00
Crunchy Shrimp Roll
(Shrimp Tempura, Crab, Cucumber, Crunchy top Eel Sauce)
$ 11.00
Nigiri (2pcs)
Tuna*
$ 8.00
Fresh Salmon*
$ 7.00
Yellowtail*
$ 7.00
Red Snapper*
$ 6.00
Shrimp
$ 6.00
Smoked Salmon
$ 6.00
Octopus
$ 7.00
Unagi (BBQ Eel)
$ 8.00
* Masago
$ 7.00
* Tamogo (Omelette)
$ 5.00
Inari (Tofu Bag)
$ 6.00
Crab
$ 6.00
* White Tuna
$ 6.00
* Scallop
$ 14.00
* Salmon Roe (Ikura)
$ 13.00
Sashimi (3pcs)
Tuna*
$ 10.00
Fresh Salmon*
$ 9.00
Yellowtail*
$ 9.00
Red Snapper*
$ 8.00
Shrimp
$ 8.00
Smoked Salmon
$ 8.00
Octopus
$ 9.00
Unagi (BBQ Eel)
$ 8.00
* Masago (2 pcs)
$ 8.00
* Tamago (Omelette)
$ 6.00
Crab
$ 7.00
* White Tuna
$ 8.00
* Scallop (4 pcs)
$ 14.00
* Salmon Roe (Ikura)
$ 13.00
Luna’s Signature Rolls (10pcs)
Our Sauces ; Spicy Mayo, Wasabi Mayo, Eel Sauce are made from Vegan Base , no animal products.
* Red Mustang Roll
Shrimp Tempura, Crab, Avocado, Cucumber top Spicy Tuna,Spicy Mayo, Sweet Chili sauce.
$ 18.00
Smoked Salmon Crunchy Roll
$ 18.00
Monster Roll
(Soft Shell Crab Tempura, Crab, Cream Cheese, Cucumber top Baked Spicy Crab, Crunchy, Scallion, Eel Sauce and onion Tatar sauce)
$ 19.00
* Yellowtail Lover Roll*
(Yellowtail, Asparagus, Avocado top Yellowtail, Jalapeños, Chili Sauce, Spicy Mayo)
$ 19.00
* Luna Special Roll
(Octopus, Yellowtail, Tuna, Asparagus top Salmon, Red Snapper, Spicy Mayo, Sweet chili sauce)
$ 19.00
* Angry Tuna Roll
(Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Crunchy on top with tuna, Spicy mayo, Eel sauce, onion Tatar and chili flake)
$ 19.00
Double Dragon Roll
(Fried Assort Fish, Cream Cheese, Asparagus top half Avocado and half Crab. Eel sauce, Spicy Mayo and Fried Shallot)
$ 18.00
Play Boy Roll (Deep Fried)
(Eel, Crab, Cream Cheese and Asparagus top Sauce Spicy Mayo, Eel Sauce, Crunchy)
$ 18.00
* Beauty & The Beast Roll
(Crab, Avocado, Cucumber and Cream Cheese top half tuna and half BBQ eel)
$ 19.00
Banner Elk Roll (Deep Fried)
$ 18.00
Crispy Vegan Roll (Deep Fried) (Vegan)
(Tofu, Shitake Mushroom, Avocado, Bell Pepper Top Vegan Mayo, Sweet ChiliSauce and Fried Shallot)
$ 17.00