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Doi Moi

4.0 (1.5k reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Billy V.

Found street parking out front on a sunday late morning. Not so big inside so we had to sit a lt the high tables. Service was very fast. Food was pretty good. Wish they had more options. Their ayce brunch menu felt limited.

Jasmine W.

I went for happy hour and really enjoyed the food (Bao buns, gyoza, brussel sprouts, wings, spring rolls) and cocktails. Personally, I think certain items were a little pricey for happy hour. Happy hour is only served at the bar area, and I liked that they extended the area to the tables surrounding bar as well, so there is enough space and it wasn't too crowded.

Lychee martinis, drunk Drunken Noodles, and pork baguette
Sadie S.

Doi Moi is such a good spot in the DC area! Their bar area is super cute and also has an extensive happy hour! We got the lychee drinks and they did not disappoint!

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Christopher L.

Very busy on a Saturday night, but they had open bar and speakeasy seating that worked out to be seated immediately! Service was very kind and they gave suggestions for what was most popular and what they liked, and I went with their suggestions, and it was all so good! The hamachi crudo had a really nice refreshing sauce to go with the yellowtail, and the curry for the duck was really really good. The tofu was what I liked the least because the fry seemed a bit too doughy, and not crunchy enough, and the sauce wasn't the best. Overall very positive though! Definitely recommend this viet fusion restaurant!

Thomas N.

Doi moi does not disappoint. We went to brunch and it was fantastic. Food was fresh, tapas were great, and service was amazing. Would recommend getting reservations as it gets very busy but overall great experience and atmosphere for brunch food. It was bottomless with food and additional charge drinks and everything was great!

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Sabreyna R.

Amazing food! I would not recommend coming here in a large group it's pretty small here. The food was fresh and the staff was efficient and helpful. I didn't enjoy the mango sticky rice because the mango was a bit hard so I'd steer away from the dessert's honestly.

Sarah O.

I went for brunch and I will absolutely be back this weekend service was amazing food came out quick and hot. The drinks were great and everything was well worth the price. I wish they did a bottomless food option for dinner too that would be insanely amazing. Please try everything with pork belly, shrimp toast was omg ! Spring rolls , French toast , waffles , Brussel sprouts , steak bao buns literally every single thing was so good. I don't eat tofu by my friend loved it ! The thai tea was good I do wish it was a bit sweeter. Please get the spritz's they're delicious basically their take on a mimosa. Come hungry and ready to have a good time the music was sooo good too and the resturant is very family friendly

Stir-fried noodles - No.
Michaele M.

We stopped in for some drinks and possibly a bite to eat. Atmosphere is quite comfy and inviting - perfect for people-watching and chilling. Our bartender was friendly and funny. 5th Element cocktail - i don't know if the caramelized pineapple was forgotten but this drink was nothing but sour. No. Just no Stir fried rice noodles - Salty and incredibly greasy. The only saving grace was the sweet sausage, which offered a welcome reprieve from the torture my taste buds were in. I didn't even take the leftovers, a practically inedible dish. Given the sky high prices, you'd expect much better than what was received. First and last time here.

Daisy A.

This establishment is on the corner of S street and 14 th. It is a big space with a nice bar area and seating outside. We are in town attending a very emotional event. It was a long wait for my dish but I think because there was a bit of a mix up, the girl wanted summer rolls without mint ( I know, I know it's soo good with the mint!) which we were told they could do it, but then was told they wouldn't be able to. Totally understandable. Girl decided to eat elsewhere. I ordered the duck curry. It was so good, crispy skin on the outside with nice pink tender meat on the inside. It went very well with the gai lan (Chinese broccoli) and my fragrant coconut-jasmine rice. I also enjoyed a refreshing and strong iced beverage called Bittersweet Slow Drip. I really don't enjoy sweet coffee so I was happy when they got my drink just right. I would like to give a special shout out to the manager, thank you so much! I will be back.

pan-seared five-spice marinated duck breast
Scott K.

The pan-seared five-spice marinated duck breast curry was one of the best duck dishes I ever had! Great restaurant in dc with an interesting menu. Would definitely come back!

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Brianna T.

So yum!! I really enjoyed a fat banh mi and drunken noodles. But the best was the dumplings!

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Denaya H.

Finally got to check this spot out and went for happy hour. They have some really amazing deals for happy hour (including 50% off all drinks). That was a great selling point for me as someone who isn't drinking, but still got happy hour deals on my drinks (including my tea)! The food was pretty good. They had a good variety for happy hour and I really really enjoyed the pork bao buns. The fried pork dumplings and steamed chicken dumplings were also amazing. The service was a little slow that day, but it was packed so that probably contributed to that. I won't hold that against them. Overall, this spot is a good vibe. I could certainly see myself coming back for dinner or happy hour again.

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Ethan G.

I think Doi Moi has gone a bit downhill for me. I love their banh mi sandwich but I've been a couple times and haven't felt the same way I did my first time. I will say I love the shaken beef and their noodles and I think both are really well seasoned... but aside from that I think there are a lot of misses. For example their whole fish felt a bit one dimensional and their duck curry sounded good on paper but there was practically no curry which was such a bummer. Additionally their butterfly mango sticky rice dessert felt more for show, and that was prioritized over taste.

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Can we order off of regular menu for lunch on Saturday?

We only offer our brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm. However, we do offer an abbreviated version of our dinner menu just at the bar top duri those hours.

Is there any outdoor seating?

Yes! They have expanded outdoor seating due to COVID, but regardless they also always have a patio outside.

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