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Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

$50 and over

Vietnamese

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Moon Rabbit is a highly-regarded Vietnamese restaurant situated in the heart of Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.

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Executive chef: Kevin Tien

From the OpenTable editors: Come to the Moon Rabbit reboot for chef Kevin Tien’s singular approach to Vietnamese fine dining. In a modern, library-like space, his ambitious menu—think Mực Nhồi Thị (squid-stuffed boudin) and Cá Viên (barbecued monkfish with collard greens)—is both rooted in his Asian heritage and Louisiana upbringing while boundary-pushing, for a singular experience every visit.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Contemporary Asian, Southeast Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 525-1446
Website
https://www.moonrabbitdc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Please reach out to us at events@dokidokihospitality.com

Location
927 F St NW, Washington, DC 20002-1490
Neighborhood
Washington
Cross street
9th and F St.
Parking details
None
Public transit
Gallery Place/Chinatown or Metro Center
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve Four-Course Pre-Fixe Menu
$95.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us at Moon Rabbit on New Year's Eve for an amazing 4-course prix-fixe menu, for $95 per person, guests can choose from our special, seasonally-inspired modern Vietnamese menu. The 4-course prix-fixe menu features a selection of snacks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts never before offered at Moon Rabbit. Come spend your New Year's Eve with us!

What 436 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Innovative
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien offers an inventive dining experience with "phenomenal food, service, and ambiance." Guests rave about the Chef's Tasting Menu, describing it as "worth every penny" and "a journey of fabulous flavors." The creative cocktails and unique Vietnamese-inspired dishes make it a "must-visit" in DC.

436 Reviews

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Marcia
VIP
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brilliant. Chef Tien has our done himself at a new location. Charming and elegantsetting and exquisite service. The tasting menu is a must.
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Julia
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is very special, definitely worth the visit.
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Ishan
VIP
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing food and drinks. The flavors were wonderful in every dish
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Angela
Washington DC
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing. Really unique twists in familiar ingredients. Our favorites we the squash, hand-rolled noodles, crab Rangoon and the wagyu beef rolls. Amazing. We were too full for dessert after sharing 6 dishes. The service is impeccable. Everyone was very knowledgeable. Water glass constantly filled. The decor is beautiful. Each chef has a shelf to display their favorite things. And every employee is listed on the back of the menu which shows how much care goes into the staffing.
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Katie
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our second visit and it was just as good as I remembered. Congrats Thi on the recent Michelin award - well deserved! I would come here for the cocktails alone. Slowly but surely I am going to try every single one on the menu. The crab gnocchi remains my absolute favorite dish but everything is good. We got the pork belly large plate this time but were too full to make much of a dent. Still had to get a tofu cheesecake to go though. We’ll be back!
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Maddy
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a unique and exciting dining experience. Every dish was something you’d never seen before, and in the best way. From the bread to the cocktails, the team at Moon Rabbit knows how to create a special dining experience you won’t want to forget. Special mention for the staff that was the icing on the cake!
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Andrea
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service to match the delicious food. We had a wonderful evening and will be back!
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Elanna
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best meal I've ever had, bar none. (Also phenomenal drinks, service, great value. Literally booking another table right now)
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Paula
VIP
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly one of Washington's best restaurants, with experienced, attentive staff who stay with the establishment! The food is so creative -- and delicious. One of my very favorites.
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Susan
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful meal, initiated with excellent and distinctive cocktails. Sat at the bar and greatly appreciated the attentive yet low key service.
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FAQs

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien is rated 4.8 stars by 436 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

927 F St NW, Washington, DC 20002-1490

Additional information

Cross street
9th and F St.
Neighborhood
Washington
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Contemporary Asian, Southeast Asian
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Gallery Place/Chinatown or Metro Center
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.moonrabbitdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 525-1446
Private party facilities
Please reach out to us at events@dokidokihospitality.com

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

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New Year's Eve Four-Course Pre-Fixe Menu

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What 436 people are saying

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