The food here was delicious 10/10 We had the carpaccio it was super good! (Had peanuts) The shaking beef was very good too comes with a nice salad and garlic butter shrimp was crispy and a good portion too! I also had ca phe sua da (iced Vietnamese coffee) and it was really strong and great The service was 10/10 The ambiance was cozy and I loved it 10/10 They have a Tuesday steak night that we will try next It's better to make reservations here before going as it was quite packed read more

Moon Rabbit - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

3.1 - Vietnamese style jerky 3 - Thit kho bao (braised pork belly) 1 - oysters 4 - Honey lime chicken 1.5 - Shaken beef. 1 w/ sauce 3 - Salt and pepper squid read more

Arriving the the restaurant: parking is limited. The parking lot is small so we had to find street parking. This restaurant was very busy the entire time we were here. Staff were slow to bring food out. Some food that was supposed to he got came out hot while others came out cool when it's supposed to be warm. Drinks we ordered were the old fashion and margarita. Both were ok. First up was the banh xeo tostada. This was like a thick banh xeo with all the flavors of banh xeo with shrimp and pork on top. So the banh xeo is the tostado and then the shrimp and pork where the toppings. It was very good and flavorful to me I would eat it again. 8/10 Calamari sautéed with onions, jalepeno and the green sauce. Very fresh and crunchy 10/10. I wished I would have ordered 2 of them. I will come back for this dish. And order some rice to eat with it bc it's that good. Shaken beef: tender and soft. I would recommend it with a side of white rice and extra lime. It came out a bit in the cold side for me 7/10. Shrimp goi-this was just super salty. I think the wrong sauce was used in it. The shrimp in it was very fishy as well. My fav part of this fish was the shrimp chips that I can get at any local Vietnamese shop. I would not recommend this dish. 2/10 My impressions: I was delighted to eat the calamari dish; which is one of my fav calamari dish of all time. That's the only dish I would come back here to eat. Most disappointed in the shrimp goi dish for the saltiness. I don't think the ocean was that salty. read more

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Had a great overall experience. The vibe is calm and inviting, with a spacious interior. There's also a parking lot across the street with plenty of spots, which is a huge plus for the area. The menu has a lot of great options, and the portion sizes felt very fair for the price. I ordered the bun bò Huế, which tasted very clean and flavorful, with plenty of meat. I also appreciated the add-ins, especially the shrimp paste! For appetizers, we had the garlic soy wings and the bánh xèo tostada, both of which were absolutely amazing. The portions were generous and easily enough for four people to share. We also tried the lemongrass vermicelli. The fish sauce was clearly high quality and generously portioned, which I loved. I do wish there had been a bit more meat, as the noodles and veggies slightly overpowered it, but it was still good for the price. Service was solid throughout. Our waters were consistently refilled, and everything came out at a good pace. Overall, a great spot in The Heights with quality food, a relaxed atmosphere, and good value. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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Located on 19th st in the Heights, with street parking available near by, Moon Rabbit is a good option for a casual weekday dinner or weekend hangout. The interior is modern and the menu leans towards Vietnamese fusion. We started with a few appetizers: roasted oyster, banh beo, and shrimp & pork belly spring roll. All were solid, my top two were the roasters oyster and banh beo. For mains, we shared a Vietnamese cold cut banh mi, and tried out the bun bo hui and pho dac biet. The banh mi (3/5) was a miss for me, while the ingredients were fresh and the texture was right, the sandwich lacked flavor and tasted pretty bland. The bun bo hui (3.5/5) was decent, but didn't quite deliver the bold flavors you'd expect compared to more traditional spots on Bellaire. The pho dac biet (4.5/5) was excellent, with rich and flavorful broth and high quality beef. Overall we enjoyed dinner. While the price is higher than most Vietnamese restaurants, the quality of the ingredients is noticeably better. I'd come back again. read more

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This place is highly recommended online and across different blogs so I took the opportunity to see for myself. Overall, I thought the service, atmosphere and food were amazing. This is pretty traditional Vietnamese food and I tried several things on the menu: shaken beef, the tostada, morning glory egg rolls and a drink. The waitress was super kind and attentive, gave me some recommendations and came to check on me pretty frequently. I made a reservation just to be safe and they do have a dedicated parking lot which is really nice in that area. I would definitely recommend for anyone looking for some Vietnamese food and wanting great service. read more

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First time here came with a friend during their happy hour. Wow absolutely wonderful and flavorful food options. The salt and pepper squid was SO delicious, whatever that green sauce it comes with elevates the plate x10. I could take that sauce home and eat it with everything. Tangy, spicy, but just the right amount of balance to add some freshness to the plate. If you get anything here please try this dish! The garlic soy wings were also really yummy and great portion sizes too. Lots of meat on the bone and flavors all around. The bao bun was yummy but just like your typical buns. The oysters were also really delicious. The vermicelli was a huge portion, definitely shareable for two. There were a lot of greens which kinda overpowered the rest of the dish after mixing all together. This is a cozy ambient spot located in the heights. Great for happy hour or just lunch/dinner. Highly recommend this place! The staff was so friendly and attentive too! read more

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Parking here can be difficult. Its attached to a small lot but you will likely need to park on the street. A reservation is also likely best in order to get seated. The menu is slightly expensive. I would recommend the claypot fish and the spring roll starters. read more

Moon Rabbit - Miso Marinated Claypot Fish - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is quite the vibe! It's not very big inside but it's the perfect size. Theres a bar with sports being viewed upon entering and a host station to get seating. Service was great. Very attentive and knowledgeable waitresses. I got the cucumber salad. OMG! Talk about bomb flavors. While on the topic of flavorful I also ordered the fried garlic shrimp. Delicious is how I will sum it up! It came with some type of lime dip and was served in a bed a yummy cabbage. My sister ordered the Miso marinated clay pot fish. Silent scream ... talk about an explosion of flavors. The brussels sprouts were everything. There was a slight kick to the dish but in the best way possible. She also ordered the wings which She said were cooked and seasoned perfectly. We also ordered the pho which came out with all the dressings but I didn't try as I was compelled to finish every drop of My cucumbers LoL I ordered a peach margarita on the rocks which had a burst of delight in every sip. There's seasonal flavors offered here which is a plus. They bring in ice cream from a local creamery which is nice. I wanted to try the ube bc I'm a sucker for it in any form but unfortunately when I attempted to order it had just been sold out so definitely something I'll try next time bc this place is worthy of visiting more than once! My sister got the bread pudding to go so I'm not sure what it tastes like but I'm sure it didn't disappoint. I'll be sure to take more photos before diving in next time. See You next time Moon Rabbit! read more

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This is my last review for the 2025 season and I'm happy to report we are ending on a high note. We arrived a little late to our lunch reservation but were promptly greeted and shown to our table. Kate, our server, was an absolute angel. We ordered the following dishes and they all came out in a timely manner. * Thai Tea - (3.5/5) A solid drink. The tea aromatics were hittin'. Could have been a little bit sweeter, thats all. * Banh Beo - (4/5) Simple and fresh. Tastes of a traditional Banh Beo that reminds me of home. * Veggie Egg Rolls - (4/5) Crispy, flavorful, and refreshing. Wrapping the egg roll with lettuce and dipping in the fish sauce is a match made in heaven. Fish sauce tastes better and more creative than other spots. * Bun Bo Hue - (3/5) Light in flavor and aromas but I was able to amend the situation with the provided fermented sauces. Meats were nice and tender, especially the pork knuckle which was fall off the bone. I just wish there was more to fall off that bone if you catch my drift. * Pho Dac Biet - (4/5) Very flavorful yet light and clean on the palate. Exceptional portions of meats, noodles, and garnishes. Sometimes I find pho broths too salty but this was well balanced. It could have a stronger beef stock flavor but I ain't mad at it. The Pho broth was more aromatic than the Bun Bo Hue broth in my opinion. * Miso Marinated Claypot Fish - (3.5/5) The sauce? *chef's kiss* It's not the traditional fish in clay pot I know and love but I see the vision. I need more sauce to eat with my rice. The brussel sprouts were unexpected but cooked to perfection. Overall, lovely service and chill ambience. I could see a cute first date happening here. If you're looking for classic Vietnamese dishes with a modern twist then this is the place for you. I will definitely be back. Happy New Year read more

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Came by on a whim, on a random weekday at 8pm this place was pack. Did not realize it was a modern Vietnamese place until we saw the menu. The servers were very knowledgeable and patient with the plethora dishes they offered. The prices were also reasonable for something slightly upscale looking place. We had a few drinks at a different bar and came here for food. We ordered the ribeye steak with sweet potatoes and brussel sprouts. Steak came out perfectly tender and charred right off the grill. The potatoes was soft and creamy. and thr brussel sprouts were well seasoned and crunchy. We alo had the bun riel, for 16 dollars the bowl was large. Not bad price for the area. Well seasoned and love the crab and tomato aromatic. We also order calamari. It was sauced very well and really crispy. Perfectly balanced salty and spicy. read more

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Moon Rabbit has a hip, clean space that feels carefully considered, the sort of place where the lighting is flattering and everything appears just polished enough to suggest that someone has thought very hard about how you should feel when you arrive. There is something quietly appealing about that kind of effort, especially when so many meals in the city ask nothing of the eye at all. We had the grilled pork bánh mì, a vermicelli bowl with beef, and fried rice with scrambled egg. The food was all right. Pleasant, fairly priced, and entirely agreeable, though nothing quite startled the senses or insisted on being remembered later. It arrived with a certain confidence, but not quite the kind that makes conversation stop for a moment. Perhaps that is the quiet difficulty of opening a Vietnamese restaurant in Houston, where so many smaller, busier places already serve food that feels almost impossible to compete with. Moon Rabbit is not lacking, but neither does it quite persuade you to abandon old loyalties. In a city where people already know exactly where they go for the bowl, the sandwich, or the plate they trust, novelty alone can only carry so much. What it does have in its favor is restraint in pricing, which feels wise. At these prices, the ambience and newer setting make the visit worthwhile. If that changes, I suspect I would return to the simpler places where the room asks less of you and the food somehow says more. Parking, unfortunately, is close to impossible, so expect street parking and a little patience before the evening properly begins. read more

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Easy to grab a table on a weekday night. There's a small parking lot next to it and across the street as well. This is a cute place serving a more modern style traditional Vietnamese cuisines. We ordered a couple of dishes to share: Chicken goi: shredded chicken was dry. There wasn't enough ginger fish sauce dressing for the veggies to really soak in which also made the veggies dry and lacking flavor. Miso marinated clay pot fish: comes in a small clay pot, better for two people to share. The caramel sauce had a lot of flavors, went perfectly with white rice. Shaken beef/bo luc lac: the filet mignon was super tender. Pretty much melts in your mouth. Salt and pepper squid: fried calamari with a spicy green sauce. The sauce really brought out the flavor of the dish. Beef carpaccio: this was a little on the sour side, a bit too much for my liking. Service was friendly and fairly quick. I do like that they put their own twist on the traditional Vietnamese cuisines while keeping the original element of the dish. There were some hit and miss but overall, delish. read more

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The service here ruined the experience. The food wasn't bad, we enjoyed the egg rolls and the banh xeo tostada. However, there should be training on hospitality. We got sat down and looked at the menu for a bit. We weren't sure who was our waiter bc no one came up to us to welcome us or order drinks. We waited a bit and noticed the servers were going to other tables multiple times, but not to ours. I flagged down a waiter and asked if we could order. It felt unwelcoming and like a bother that I asked. We got our food and drinks, but it felt like we were excluded. We tried to just ignore it and eat our food, which again was not bad. There was a was a waiter that came by and checked on us and tried to be hospitable, but it was just too late. Overall, food was decent, but service needs to be worked on. read more

Moon Rabbit - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Lemongrass banh mi - love how they remove the middle of the bread, good amount of meat, crispy bread Egg rolls - crispy, flavorful and hit the spot Clay pot fish - tad on the salty side but still very good Pho - he seemed to have enjoyed it a lot Viet coffee - exactly how I wanted it read more

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First visit and ordered takeout. Wait was bearable during early dinner time. Honey Lime Chicken vermicelli w classic spring rolls; shrimp and pork belly. Also lemongrass sandwich. The sandwhich is a bit smaller compared to California sandwiches but I like that the sandwhich is toasted and have the crunch when you bite into it. Although small size, they make it up by filling the sandwich full of goodies including the meat. Fullness in every bite! Very clean and comfortable dining area. Would love to come back and enjoy the full dining experience. Large bar area where you can also order from the full menu. Looking forward to coming back to try other items from the menu! read more

Moon Rabbit - Half of lemongrass pork sandwhich. Not California size sandwiches. I thought everything in Texas is big!? - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Moon Rabbit is a cute restaurant in the Heights serving modern Vietnamese dishes. I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. It is pricy for Vietnamese food, but hey, this isn't Bellaire. Our server was very patient and attentive. By the way, parking is very limited during mealtimes. We ordered a couple sharable dishes. Can't go wrong with the classic shrimp and pork belly spring rolls. The server recommended the carpaccio, and I could honestly finish it myself, I really enjoyed it. The blistered shishitos were seasoned with flaky salt and came with a lime aioli. Simple, but yummy. Lastly, we shared the salt and pepper squid. The muoi ot xanh sauce reminded me of Vietnam, and although it wasn't as strong, I would definitely order it again. As for my entree, I ordered old & faithful; shaken beef. The filet mignon was cooked just right. My friend ordered lemongrass pork with rice and a sunny side up egg. She really liked it, and the portion was big. My second option was miso-marinated clay pot fish, which another friend ordered. Moon Rabbit's modernized take on a traditional Vietnamese dish, Cá Kho. Unfortunately, I wasn't a fan because instead of using cat fish, they used atlantic cod. Just my opinion, but I feel like a fattier fish would've been better. I'm not sure how to feel about the brussels sprouts; it was good with the caramelized fish sauce, but it felt kinda out of place. If I'm in the Heights and craving Vietnamese food again, I would definitely come back to try more. I got my eye on the fried garlic shrimp next. read more

Moon Rabbit - Shaken Beef - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Didn't have high expectations coming in since fusion restaurants tend to be a miss for me - but I was happily surprised at how flavorful and well executed these dishes were! 4/5 Spring Rolls - I could put the peanut sauce on everything.... The spring rolls were good, just wish there was a bit more shrimp/variety to them. It was light and refreshing for an appetizer, but mostly because it had primarily greens in the middle. I think there was one shrimp cut in half as the protein filling. 5/5 Salt and Pepper Calamari - the first bite was slightly spicy and tangy from the sauce...not sure what it was, but it balanced the crispy fried soft squid delightfully 4.5/5 Shaken Beef - The chunks of meat were perfectly cooked, soft, and not too chewy. I felt like the salad underneath had a bit too much dressing/sauce, but tasted great regardless. This came with a s+p lime dipping sauce for the beef! All in all, I was really happy with the dishes!! Wished a bowl of rice came with the salt and pepper calamari since it was listed under the entrees in the menu, because that was all that was missing. I'd come back for a nice dinner to try some other dishes. A tad high priced for a lunch, but it was reasonable for a dinner. read more

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Food was good, service was ok. The ambiance was cool. I asked my friends to recommend a spot for me to try in the Heights for lunch. Unknowingly, they both recommended this spot in the same conversation. A quick lookup and I noticed that it's supposed to be Modern Vietnamese cuisine. I was excited to give it a try. I arrived in the middle of the lunch rush, where I had wait about 20 minutes for a table. The hostess kept pointing to the bar, but no seats were available. After sitting down and looking at the menu, I noticed that Bun Rieu is on the menu. This is a common noodle dish that is often overlooked. I grew up with this and, IMHO, it's way better than Beef or chicken Pho or Bun Bo Hue. I was excited to try it. I also ordered the egg rolls and lemongrass banh mi. The egg rolls came, and after snapping a photo, I noticed there was no dipping sauce. The server brought it out after I asked. I ate it like my mom showed me, wrapped in lettuce with carrots and dipped in sauce. It was so good, though the rolls were a bit small. The Bun Rieu came out, without a spoon or vegetables. Asking the server if they normally served it without vegetables, she politely asked if I wanted it. Growing up, I would load this with vegetables with a squeeze of lemon, which only complements the seafood and broth in this dish. The broth was nice, and the shrimp meatballs were really good. But I was missing the crab that I know should be in there. But every family has their own recipes. I just never had it without crab but always with vegetables. The lemongrass pork banh mi came out a couple of minutes later and my order was complete. The banh mi was exactly as I imagined it. Crispy bread, flavorful lemongrass pork and pickled and fresh veges to liven it up. A bit more staff training and better attention to detail would really give me a better dining experience. Still, I will be going back if I find myself again in the heights.ok read more

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I don't know how this place has been open for a couple years and I'm just finding out about. This restaurant needs to be hyped up. Everything was amazing. The atmosphere is very nice and bright. The service was great. The manager came and checked on us, and was so sweet. Now for the food... we ordered a lot for the two of us, and we ate every bit. We started with the beef carpaccio and we were in heaven. That first bite was vibrant! A flavor explosion in your mouth. Beef carpaccio is one of our favorite dishes and this one is so unique. It might just be the best we have ever had. Once it was gone we kept picking at the fried garlic and I wanted to drink the sauce. Because that was so good we decided to get the bone marrow and oysters. Both were great and came with bread. The bread is so light and airy. You don't feel full after eating it. I want to know if they make it in house and if I can order just the bread! Next we had the salt and pepper squid. The dish was so nice. The squid had the perfect fry to it and the sauce was fabulous. We also got the shaken beef. I took my first bite and put a whole piece of beef in my mouth because I expected to not be able to bite a piece in half, but I was wrong. The steak was so tender that it melts in your mouth. You didn't need a knife to cut it, it bites off so easily. I'm someone who takes small bites. We loved everything. I am still craving that beef carpaccio and planning to visit again soon. read more

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If you're able to unstick yourself from the floor, go ahead and find a new place to eat. And if you choose to stay in the sticky domain, avoid ordering the eggrolls, and as I sat here all night, trying to figure out how to describe them, the best thing I could come up with was pork turds: the peculiar consistency of these pork logs and the lack of flavor-- in the turd or the sauce--rendered them largely inedible. The vermicelli was cold and slimy, if not overcooked. The honey chicken was actually quite good, but a questionable color may poison me...pretty tasty though. The sandwich was fine. So, if you do choose to stay, the one delectable thing MR has to offer are the cocktails. So maybe skip the food and go to the bar. Our waiter disappeared for a while, too. read more

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Ordered takeout and all I can say is get the eggrolls!!! Them thangs were crispy and well seasoned, and I'm grateful they included vegetables in the container so I could have a healthy meal lol. The banh xeo tostadas were extra crispy as well and loaded with lettuce. The shrimp on top was flavorful but the pork chunks were kind of dry. The fried chicken banh mi I got was pretty disappointing and pretty much flavorless, but the chicken was perfectly juicy. I'm kind of on the fence about the food but hoping to try more to see if I can change my mind! read more

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Good Vietnamese dishes with small outside seating space, great to come to catch up with a friend and have some vermicelli, or even oysters! service was good, staff made ordering simple and brought out the dishes in a timely manner read more

Really enjoyed our dinner here! Went for the first time last week, and had an excellent experience. We were dining with a group of four, so we were able to eat family style a try more dishes! The cocktails were really good, but the food was even better. They had some fun dishes (we had a hard time making decisions!), but the shaken beef was our collective favorite. Will definitely be back! read more

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Great local spot for delicious Vietnamese food with friendly service and a welcoming, no-fuss atmosphere. Their food includes inventive takes on Vietnamese favorites as well as some fusion-type items. We got the tostada to start and then the lemongrass pork vermicelli for the main. Both were really flavorful and fresh tasting. They have a cool menu so I will certainly be back in the future whenever I want a Vietnamese food fix in the Heights. Recommend making a reservation - space is a bit small and this spot is popular (for good reason)! Parking - street or private lot read more

Moon Rabbit - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This just may be my new favorite Vietnamese restaurant. Staff was friendly upon entry and the hostess also gave us insight on the weekly happenings while our table was being made ready. The restaurant was inviting and busy which was a good sign we were in for a real treat. Kate was our server and she did an excellent job. We started with the spring rolls and the roasted oysters. Spring rolls were tasty and a good shareable portion. The oysters were good but I didn't get the bone marrow flavor or texture, but it still was a tasty bite. For entrees we got the Garlic Fried Shrimp which came with a dipping sauce and some cabbage and mango. It was very good and the sauce was a great compliment. We also got the Miso Marinated Clay plot Fish. Another solid dish which was very comforting. The Salt & Pepper Squid was my entree and boy was it a true star. That sauce was perfect and I appreciated the heat. We devoured everything. We also ordered the cocktails Back Up Terry, Taken For Granate, and the Expresso Martini. All delicious and well made. I am really looking forward to my next visit. Please check them out. read more

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I found this place on a whim not knowing what I wanted to eat. This is my new go to Vietnamese restaurant! I didn't know I could have made reservations. We walked in and could tell it was quite the trendy little hidden spot. We waited about 20 min prior to being seated. Everything we ordered was exquisitely delicious. We started with the Carpaccio. It had a tangy spicy flavor with a bit of a crunchy topping. It was large enough for four people even though my party was for two. My husband ordered the Shaken Beef which consisted of tender filet mignon on a bed of mixed greens with a pepper lime dipping sauce. It was so delicious. I was going to order it but considering how late we ate, I opted for the Chicken Goi. It was shredded chicken served on top of shredded cabbage. It too was very delicious and tasty. Both dishes were generous portions. The service was also great. There were several water servers insuring you weren't without. Our waiter Josh was patient with answering our questions and had a great attitude. I believe the manager came to our table to also see how everything was going. She didn't introduce herself I just assumed her title. They offer a variety of drinks including teas. We ordered the ginger turmeric tea. I still can't believe we hadn't been here before. I know we found our new Vietnamese spot. read more

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Food is Vietnamese good, I've never been disappointed and that's going back to when the restaurant was named Vietnam. Service was good Ambiance is warm, cozy modern. I'll be back soon. read more

Really awesome place. Recommended by our friends . I can see why this is their go to favorite neighborhood restaurant. They are huge fans and so are we now! Great tasting food and service. Nice easy going environment with lots of space between guests. Can really tell this is a neighborhood spot. read more

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We have been here a few times and now finally writing my review. We popped in on Tuesday night to grab a light bite. However, we were unexpectedly surprised with their Tuesday Steak Night special that just rolled out on 11/12. You get to choose a 12 oz ribeye or NY strip and choice of two sides from the steak night menu for $31. There are prices next to the side items on the menu in case you want more than two sides. We had the ribeye with fondant potatoes and chili lemongrass cauliflowers. Steak was well seasoned and topped with a garlic butter and cauliflowers had a kick. Highly recommend that you check this out! Also try the Vietnamese iced coffee will give you any needed caffeine fix. Tuesday night was lively, most likely because of the steak night special. Lots of plants throughout the space and dimly lit with large bar for your alcohol seeking lovers. Service here is always excellent, from front to back. The attached parking lot is small but there is additional parking lot across the street in the lot with signage. read more

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Such a cute trendy and fun environment to eat traditional Vietnamese food! Our server was great. Our drinks were so good. The food was delicious!! read more

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Cute spot! Stopped by for lunch with my mom on a Sunday and enjoyed our time. The service was friendly and fast our waitress gave us great recommendations as far as food. The Thai tea was great so was the viet coffee. The food itself was good but I was not impressed with the pho. It did not have much flavor and it was warm VS hot. Will try it out and and test some different dishes read more

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I came here with a longtime friend and my wife. We had a good time as the area is very upbeat and a lot of younger vibes here. However, the Vietnamese food is anything from authentic taste. I wouldn't come here expecting to meet an Asian taste. The server and management was extremely helpful though and came to ask how everything is going. In conclusion, I can say the service I experienced was spectacular! read more

Moon Rabbit - Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Excellent service, excellent music, excellent vibes, flawless menu and drinks. Vietnamese food with a very modern twist. Server: Michael is one to ask for. His recommendations are on point! This is a must visit food destination! read more

WHAT I ORDERED: Carpaccio, Shaken Beef, Salt and Pepper Squid, Xi Quach Bone Marrow, Oysters, Ca Phe Martini, Yuzu Cute PARKING: Street Parking, Small Parking Lot Patio: Dog Friendly Patio - Note, there aren't any menu items specifically for dogs but servers were nice to provide a water bowl. Simple yet cute patio with a few benched tables and a couple two-seater tables. It was hot but the clouds helped keep us cool, it would be a nice touch if they added some sort of awning or umbrellas for those scorching hot summers. Service was great and everyone was super friendly. Great variety on the menu for modernized Vietnamese foods. THE FOODS/DRINKS: The meat dishes were phenomenal! Carpaccio was flavorful and love the different elements of texture. The Shaken Beef was also great and super tender. You can taste the pho flavors in the meat of the Xi Quach Bone Marrow and it paired well with the butter and fatty bone marrow. Only thing for that dish is I wish the bread was toasted a bit more. The oysters were underwhelming and a dish I would pass on next time. The Salt and Pepper Squid was full of flavor with the sauce while the batter remained crispy on the outside and squid had a good chewy texture. I wish the Ca Phe Martini had something that gave it its uniqueness as it tasted like your typical espresso martini. Was hoping for something playful with how big coffee is in the Vietnamese culture. The Yuzu Cute was refreshing but more of an acquired taste with the basil flavoring. Overall, really glad I stumbled upon this place and would go back to try the other dishes. read more

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Moon Rabbit in the Houston Heights has quickly become one of my favorite local spots. I always try to support neighborhood businesses, and this place makes it so easy to love. The food is amazing -fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious every time I go. You can really tell how much care goes into every dish. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and there's a real family feel from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of place where they remember you, make you feel at home, and genuinely appreciate your support. If you love great food, warm service, and supporting local gems, definitely add to your list. It's a true Heights treasure! Ps. No photos because I always eat everything before I even remember to take one. read more

This place is awesome. Definitely authentic Vietnamese home cooking. My wife was in heaven. Gonna have to bring my in-law next time. The service was great. They had a great cocktail menu with a few non alcoholic options. The restaurant was very cute and clean. It's nice to see a family owned restaurant that doesn't use the bathroom for extra storage. read more

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We went here for Sunday lunch and were seated quickly and got the shaken beef, vietnamese cold cut banh mi and the carpaccio! I HIGHLY recommend the banh mi and shaken beef!! But NOT the carpaccio unfortunately. the banh mi ($8) was a great price and well worth it! The veggies were fresh and the bread was soft and crunchy! I can imagine myself coming back here just for the banh mi to get a quick cheap lunch! The shaken beef ($27) was also amazing! It is on the pricey side but I think it's worth it especially if you're going with someone else as it's big enough for two people! So much flavor in the meat, it was so well seasoned with a nice lemon kick too! The carpaccio ($14) was the only thing I was pretty disappointed in and would NOT reccomend!! Honestly it just didn't taste like much? there was a strong lemon flavor that hits at first in your mouth but after a few seconds it goes away and the beef just tastes really raw, so we really didn't like it. Lastly, the ambience was nice, minimal noise and the restaurant decor is quite pretty inside! read more

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Soo good I forgot to take a picture! We got steak and shake 10/10. Shrimp vermicelli 10/10. Spring rolls 10/10. Cucumber salad 10/10. Thai tea 10/10. Very good customer service as well. Will be back read more

Moon Rabbit - Shaken Beef. Garlic Butter Shrimp Vermicelli Bowl. Spring Rolls (2 Pcs). - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Visiting Houston Heights area for the first time. What a great area for shopping and food! Moon Rabbit has traditional Vietnamese cuisine with an elevated atmosphere. Our server Hana was fantastic and adorable. We ordered the Bun Bo Hue and Chicken Goi . The Bun Bo Hue came with shrimp paste and lemongrass chili paste on the side to adjust to your taste. Flavor was clean, not too heavy or rich. The chicken goi was a salad with lots of vegetables, tender shredded chicken, and a light, bright dressing. Portions are large enough to do "family style". The restaurant has a bar as well. Nicely decorated with large windows. A good place for date night or dining with friends. read more

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