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Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien, Washington, DC
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Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

$50 and over
Vietnamese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please reach out to us at events@dokidokihospitality.com
  • 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

What 591 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
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Innovative

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Moon Rabbit by Chef Kevin Tien offers an "absolutely incredible experience" with inventive Vietnamese cuisine. Guests rave about the "Chef's Visit of Vietnam" tasting menu and dishes like shrimp thermidor and cumin lamb. Service is "outstanding," with staff praised for their attentiveness and knowledge. The ambiance is "warm and inviting," making it a top dining destination in D.C.
591 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An upscale yet cozy Vietnamese fusion restaurant. We did the 'Chef's Visit to Vietnam' tasting menu with wine pairings. Each dish was beautifully crafted. The staff took great care in explaining the flavors and you could clearly see the chef's influence in every dish. The wine pairings were spot on Our server, Mario, was exceptional too! This restaurant is a true gem, offering a perfect balance of fine dining and a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend

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  2. Eric VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic-totally exceeded my expectations. The restaurant itself is lovely, with a calming color, palette and interesting artwork. The service was incomparable – Amanda in particular stood out for her knowledge of wine and food offerings. The food was sublime – I am still thinking about the black cod, squash dish, and garlic noodles. And definitely save room for the incredible desserts. 10 out of 10, no notes.

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  3. Laurie

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place for a birthday lunch, the servers made us feel special and were very attentive. Prix fixe option was a good deal. Especially liked the shrimp toast and duck soup. Would probably skip the pandan cake - though if you like very light desserts it might be for you.

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  4. OneSweetHairline

    Baltimore2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited for our 10-year anniversary. Service was friendly and responsive without hovering. Food and drink came in good time and in right-sized portions. Strongly recommend the turmeric bun, BBQ shrimp, caramelized catfish, and beef & leaf. Street parking is ample nearby as is garage parking. Closest metro stop is Gallery Place. We really enjoyed everything and look forward to another visit sooner than later.

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  5. John

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is must try and then come back again experience. Plates were tasty and pleasant surprises. Great starting cocktails and desserts were a perfect finish. I'm not dessert person but I would recommend not skipping these treats. People taking care of us were perfect. Thank you and will be back.

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  6. Bill

    New Mexico2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time. Monique was welcoming and helpful.

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  7. Shelley

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb food - unique but accessible -try the Leaf, the Fried Quail, the Garlic Rice, the Black Cod. Wow. Just Wow!

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  8. Jingmei

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended!we ordered 6 dishes, all super delicious, definitely want to come back again

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great experience. We went for my boyfriend’s birthday and every plate was brought out in a timely manner and they also explained every dish they brought out. Cocktails were also very good.

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  10. Chris VIP

    Washington DC309 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Washingtonian did well this year as Moon Rabbit lives up to, and perhaps even exceeds, the significant but well deserved hype. Interesting, excellent cocktails and outstanding flavors in each bite of food. Very friendly service. Great evening. Thank you!

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Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien is rated 4.8 stars by 591 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
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
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