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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 p.m.
Booked 91 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please reach out to us at events@dokidokihospitality.com
  • 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

Experiences

  • Chef's Visit to Vietnam - Lunar New Year

    US$85.00 per person

    Jan 21, 2025 - Jan 25, 2025
    Enjoy a special tour of Vietnam guided by Chef Kevin and his team in celebration of The Year of the Snake! The multi-course menu has a focus on seasonal ingredients and creative dishes. Diners can expect a culinary journey that is both familiar and innovative. Our menu is offered at $85 per person. At the moment we are unable to accommodate soy, allium and nightshade allergies, please email info@dokidokihospitality.com before booking to confirm. A 20% service fee will be added to your bill, of which 100% is distributed to front of house non-management employees in the form of wages and benefits. Tips are distributed amongst all hourly employees who work throughout the day to create your dining experience.
  • Moon Rabbit LA Benefit Dinner

    US$250.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 10, 2025 only
    Moon Rabbit LA Benefit Dinner will feature a line-up of award-winning Chef's including Chef Yuan Tang of Rooster & Owl & Ellie Bird, Chef Eric Adjepong of Elimina, Erik Bruner Yang of Maketto, Matt Conroy of Lutece & Pascual, Daid Deshaies of L'Ardente, Carlos Delgado of Causa, Jon Sybert of Tail Up Goat & Reveler's Hour, and Tim Ma of Lucky Danger.
  • Restaurant Week Dinner Menu

    US$65.00 per person

    Jan 27, 2025 - Feb 1, 2025
    Moon Rabbit is thrilled to participate in DC's Restaurant Week Winter 2025! At $65 per person, guests can choose from our special, seasonally-inspired modern Vietnamese menu. The 3-course prix-fixe menu features a selection of snacks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts never before offered at Moon Rabbit. Come spend your restaurant week with us!

What 471 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

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien offers a "truly outstanding" dining experience with "amazing flavors" and "exceptional cocktails." Guests rave about the "creative and delicious" Vietnamese-inspired dishes, along with "attentive and knowledgeable" service. The atmosphere combines a "charming setting" with "cozy and modern" aesthetics. A must-visit for culinary enthusiasts!

471 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We both had the chef's tasting menu. They adjusted it to meet our respective tastes (one person preferred fish, the other red meat). The food was, in a word, spectacular; everything appetizers to the main course. And the service was impeccable. The nonalcoholic cocktails were unique (neither of us drink). We both agreed that it was the best meal and the best service we had had in ages. Although not inexpensive, well worth every dollar and more. I couldn't recommend Moon Rabbit more highly!!

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  2. Blerian

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We opted for the chef’s experience, and it truly exceeded our expectations. There were four of us in the group, and we all shared the same thought: “the next plate can’t possibly top the previous one, as it was just too delicious with its surprising flavors.” However, we were pleasantly surprised; each new dish turned out to be a breakthrough in taste. We jokingly anticipated that they might "fail" with the dessert, but we couldn’t have been more wrong! Funny enough, the drinks were for sure a 5star experience. Just SPECIAL. Overall, it was an excellent experience that offered outstanding value and service.

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  3. Kelsey

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and the chefs tasting was amazing

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  4. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service and the most delicious food. Love the new location and dining ambience!

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  5. Christina

    VIP

    Washington DC

    85 reviews

    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and fabulous staff. Highly recommend the new location of Moon Rabbit on F Street. There is an exquisite combination of flavors and textures on the Chef’s Tasting Menu. Every course was a new adventure. The staff is really terrific, whether you are asking your primary server or catch someone to ask a question. The entire team absolutely supports one another. There are three dining areas with one primary room slightly smaller and slightly quieter than the large dining space. I look forward to going back.

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  6. Jordan

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    incredible flavors & excellent service from the MR teams! you MUST save room for dessert, the pastry chef is phenomenal 🥮

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  7. Arnaud

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. Beautiful rooms too. Only problem: the restaurant is very noisy when full; it gets more pleasant after peak hour (after 8:30 pm).

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  8. Sarah

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We received our starter (cabbage) after finishing our main dishes. Dessert cabbage was not what we wanted. The service was great. Skip the drinks.

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  9. Jose

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delicious combination of flavours and textures, with excellent Service

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  10. Barbara

    VIP

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic in every way! Drinks, food, service, ambiance. A great place for a birthday celebration!

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FAQs

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien is rated 4.8 stars by 471 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 91 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.
  • 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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