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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
9:30 p.m.
Booked 61 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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.

Why they're an Icon

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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Menu

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What 586 people are saying

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

Noise • Moderate

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.

586 Reviews

  1. John

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  2. Bill

    New Mexico2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  3. Shelley

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 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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  4. Jingmei

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 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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  6. Chris VIP

    Washington DC309 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time; Mario and the rest of the staff were fabulous! The food was exceptional. My husband was still a bit hungry when we left, which would be the only minor drawback.

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  8. Roland VIP

    Washington DC40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent complex flavors. Highly professional and personable service.

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  9. Richard

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The dishes are inventive and incredibly tasty. it was occasionallhy hard to discern what we were actually eating but we did not care much because the flavors were insanely good. We thought the quail with duck sausage was outstanding as was the twice cooked squash. The four of us split the mushroom and durian desserts. My god...... wonderful. The mixed drinks were complex and expensive. If we go back we will focus on the food and skip the alcohol. The service was attentive, although Mario admitted he had been working there just a short time. The only downside was that the meal took a long time to be served. We were with friends and the conversation was fun, but at some point we were all just plain hungry. But all complaints ended as the dishes came out and just captivated us. One of the best meals I have ever had.

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  10. Sarah

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish had interesting flavors and textures. Wait staff really knew the menu. The evening was expensive, but well worth it.

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FAQs

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien is rated 4.8 stars by 586 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 61 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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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