We ordered the fixed menu, which we thought was a great way to experience the best of the menu without having to think about what best to order. The light appetizers were definitely the highlight, along with the desserts. I particularly liked their seafood entree.
Hadia
The food was phenomenal. Service was great. Decor was simple but very elegant. I can't wait to come back again.
Maria
The food was good but not great. Nice presentation and some interesting flavors. Also I found our server pushy we were asked if we wanted more drinks six times in the course of 90 mins. This happened to me several times - even when I had almost a full glass of wine in front of me. They include 20 percent gratuity so the server was obviously trying to pad our bill. Moon Rabbit doesn't live up to the hype.
Paula
This is my all-time favorite restaurant in the DMV (with all love and respect to Jose Andres). The food is so creative and delicious, as are the drinks. But what puts it over the top is the consistent service by servers who actually remember return clients, who understand the food and can explain each dish (and provide some cultural insights, as well), and who seem to enjoy their work. Treat your staff well -- and have amazing food and drinks -- and you will definitely earn satisfied repeat customers. But I wish you weren't closed for a holiday party the next time I wanted to come!! (Jose's gain...)
Ron
Enjoyed an amazing dinner last night at Moon Rabbit by Kevin Trien in Washington DC. Magical blend of Vietnamese and Cajun treats. The taste buds exploded from the get go with some taro milk bread with purple rice, culantro butter, beet tartare on pastry shells, and two more cubes with a pate and crispy chicken. That was just the amuse bouche! Tasting menu included a delicate amberjack Crudo with turmeric-coconut mousse, perilla leaves stuffed with wagyu beef and fermented honey, lemongrass pork (Berkshire pork chops with Asian pears and sticky rice), AND sweet potato tapioca gnocchi with tomato roasted crab fat and Maryland jumbo lump crab. Oh my! Dessert was over the Rabbit Moon — curry avocado sponge cake and mango bobo with a chocolate ganache. Followed by a few more sweet digestives. Oh, and the cocktails were excellent. I had a haku Japanese vodka married with chinola passion fruit liqueur, lemon and (yes) fish sauce! Sheila had a cucumber infused Indian gin with lime, ginger syrup and sesame oil. A nice glass of wine from St Emilio's sealed the deal. Marisol our server, and her colleagues, were AMAZING -- knowledgeable, kind and fun. It was an awesome meal. Delightfully satiated! Just added a gift certificate for Moon Rabbit on my list from Santa.
Manoja
The food and service was amazing. The cocktails remain some of my favorite in DC! Rare gem to find great cocktails and delicious food and desserts all in one place.
Margaret
Loved the Chef's Menu - so much variety and flavors! Wine Pairing was reasonable - wines were fine. Great service with detailed descriptions. Gladly handled allergies with substitutions. We could talk and hear each other!
Alan
We took another close friend couple, and it was just the best dining experience we have ever had, and we are considered "foodies". Staff was a true pleasure, service was impeccable and the food was so creative, artistic and flavorful. Overall, a great evening and experience. Thank you.
Deborah
The food was fabulous. The service impeccable with enticing explanations of what each dish entailed. We enjoyed every bite of the “Chef's Journey”. What a treat!!
Christine
Excellent! delicious and unique flavor combinations made this a treat. And the service was flawless- knowledgeable, friendly but never hovering over us. Bravo! we shall return.
Never had a bad meal in this place! If you have a bad experience is probably not for you...
Desiree
Moon Rabbit is a great spot to celebrate a special event! The food was delicious and the service was top-notch. Be sure to try Seaweed dessert!
Danika
Truly one of the best dining experiences I've had to-date, and definitely in DC. The passion for the restaurant and cuisine is evident from the moment you walk in. A calm but not moody atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and a menu you can't possibly be disappointed in. From start to finish, a 1000/10 experience.
Mary
Best food I have had in a long time. My colleagues all agreed that this creative food based on traditional dishes was as beautiful as it was delicious. Friendly and attentive staff made us feel welcome and cared for from entrance to exit. Wonderful to meet one of the owners who shared the genesi of a signature dish- Moon Rabbit. Go and learn about it and enjoy.
Steven
Highly recommend the tasting menu with cocktail pairing. Haven't had anything like it, absolutely delicious and very inventive cocktails!
We ordered the fixed menu, which we thought was a great way to experience the best of the menu without having to think about what best to order. The light appetizers were definitely the highlight, along with the desserts. I particularly liked their seafood entree.
The food was phenomenal. Service was great. Decor was simple but very elegant. I can't wait to come back again.
The food was good but not great. Nice presentation and some interesting flavors. Also I found our server pushy we were asked if we wanted more drinks six times in the course of 90 mins. This happened to me several times - even when I had almost a full glass of wine in front of me. They include 20 percent gratuity so the server was obviously trying to pad our bill. Moon Rabbit doesn't live up to the hype.
This is my all-time favorite restaurant in the DMV (with all love and respect to Jose Andres). The food is so creative and delicious, as are the drinks. But what puts it over the top is the consistent service by servers who actually remember return clients, who understand the food and can explain each dish (and provide some cultural insights, as well), and who seem to enjoy their work. Treat your staff well -- and have amazing food and drinks -- and you will definitely earn satisfied repeat customers. But I wish you weren't closed for a holiday party the next time I wanted to come!! (Jose's gain...)
Enjoyed an amazing dinner last night at Moon Rabbit by Kevin Trien in Washington DC. Magical blend of Vietnamese and Cajun treats. The taste buds exploded from the get go with some taro milk bread with purple rice, culantro butter, beet tartare on pastry shells, and two more cubes with a pate and crispy chicken. That was just the amuse bouche! Tasting menu included a delicate amberjack Crudo with turmeric-coconut mousse, perilla leaves stuffed with wagyu beef and fermented honey, lemongrass pork (Berkshire pork chops with Asian pears and sticky rice), AND sweet potato tapioca gnocchi with tomato roasted crab fat and Maryland jumbo lump crab. Oh my! Dessert was over the Rabbit Moon — curry avocado sponge cake and mango bobo with a chocolate ganache. Followed by a few more sweet digestives. Oh, and the cocktails were excellent. I had a haku Japanese vodka married with chinola passion fruit liqueur, lemon and (yes) fish sauce! Sheila had a cucumber infused Indian gin with lime, ginger syrup and sesame oil. A nice glass of wine from St Emilio's sealed the deal. Marisol our server, and her colleagues, were AMAZING -- knowledgeable, kind and fun. It was an awesome meal. Delightfully satiated! Just added a gift certificate for Moon Rabbit on my list from Santa.
The food and service was amazing. The cocktails remain some of my favorite in DC! Rare gem to find great cocktails and delicious food and desserts all in one place.
Loved the Chef's Menu - so much variety and flavors! Wine Pairing was reasonable - wines were fine. Great service with detailed descriptions. Gladly handled allergies with substitutions. We could talk and hear each other!
We took another close friend couple, and it was just the best dining experience we have ever had, and we are considered "foodies". Staff was a true pleasure, service was impeccable and the food was so creative, artistic and flavorful. Overall, a great evening and experience. Thank you.
The food was fabulous. The service impeccable with enticing explanations of what each dish entailed. We enjoyed every bite of the “Chef's Journey”. What a treat!!
Excellent! delicious and unique flavor combinations made this a treat. And the service was flawless- knowledgeable, friendly but never hovering over us. Bravo! we shall return.
Restaurantji Recommends
Never had a bad meal in this place! If you have a bad experience is probably not for you...
Moon Rabbit is a great spot to celebrate a special event! The food was delicious and the service was top-notch. Be sure to try Seaweed dessert!
Truly one of the best dining experiences I've had to-date, and definitely in DC. The passion for the restaurant and cuisine is evident from the moment you walk in. A calm but not moody atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and a menu you can't possibly be disappointed in. From start to finish, a 1000/10 experience.
Best food I have had in a long time. My colleagues all agreed that this creative food based on traditional dishes was as beautiful as it was delicious. Friendly and attentive staff made us feel welcome and cared for from entrance to exit. Wonderful to meet one of the owners who shared the genesi of a signature dish- Moon Rabbit. Go and learn about it and enjoy.
Highly recommend the tasting menu with cocktail pairing. Haven't had anything like it, absolutely delicious and very inventive cocktails!
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