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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
19:00
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
  • 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
  • Area
    Washington
  • Cross Street
    9th and F St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown or Metro Center
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • Dim Sum & Desserts Dinner

    US$195.00 per person

    Prepaid

    2 Mar 2025 only
    17:00
    Come join Moon Rabbit for a special dinner of dim sum and desserts featuring 2025 James Beard nominated pastry chefs and bakers in honor of Women's History Month. Start the evening with dim sum snacks from Chef Kevin Tien and desserts by six of the best James Beard nominated pastry chefs and bakers below Susan Bae of Moon Rabbit (Washington DC) Melissa Yanc of Quail and Condor (Healdsburg, CA) Isabel Coss of Pascual & Lutece (Washington DC) Leigh Omilinsky of Daisies (Chicago, Illinois) Emily Riddell of Machine Shop (Philadelphia, PA) Monique Feybesse of Tarts de Feybesse (Oakland, Ca) Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated for this event. beverages are available to be purchased a la carte. Ticket prices include N/A beverages.
    Dim Sum & Desserts Dinner photo

Menu

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What 550 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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Innovative

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien is a culinary gem offering a "sublime" tasting menu with standout dishes like crab and "insane cocktails." The staff are "exceptional," creating a "special" dining experience with their attentive service. The restaurant is praised for its "creative" Vietnamese-inspired cuisine, delightful ambiance, and "outstanding" overall experience.

550 Reviews

  1. Sigu4dine

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Very exciting menu, sophisticated and colorful, really cool, not too expensive, great for meeting friends and business meetings as well.

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  2. Patrick

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful overall experience. The aroma of fresh herbs and spices filled the air, hinting at the culinary journey ahead. Each course of the "Tour of Vietnam" told a story, transporting diners across the diverse landscapes of the country. The chef's artistry was evident in every presentation, making the meal a feast for both the eyes and the palate. It was truly an unforgettable dining experience. Now I know why this place is always sold out and requires booking two weeks in advance, if one is lucky.

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  3. Robyn

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Moon Rabbit tops the list as our favorite restaurant in DC. The drinks and every plate we ordered was creative, unique, beautiful and delicious. The service- Stellar.

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  4. Kineret

    Chicago

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing menu. It was our first time so we had the tasting menu. Each plate was a pleasant surprise. The cocktails were also very different and great.

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  5. Katy

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good but not fresh. I ordered the tasting menu and that was a mistake! All my courses tasted and looked like they were made hours ago. Bc chef is amazing the food that sat was far from bad, but I was expecting so much more. Wish I could post a pic of the wilted green and crusty sauce I was served as the main course.

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  6. Paul

    Pinehurst

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Creative cuisine, professional and helpful service. More Vietnamese inflected than authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

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  7. Josh

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the tasting menu, it was sublime. The crab dish in the tasting menu was to die for. Cocktails were insane. 👍

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  8. Meghan

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was so so so so outstanding and everyone explaining the food to us was so kind. I recommend the chef’s journey! Our server was the best in the world!! Thank you Monique! You made our experience so special. We will for sure be returning!

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  9. Kurt

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was phenomenal. The service was exceptional. Visit and interact with all your servers. Personalities of gold and extremely knowledgeable. This was one of the best dining experiences I’ve had. We even went twice this week while in town for business. Would give six stars if I could.

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  10. ianthaC

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always refreshing to dine at a restaurant that lives up to its hype. We’re already planning our next outing!

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FAQs

Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien is rated 4.8 stars by 550 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 57 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.
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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