I fell in love with everything about my dining experience at Moon Rabbit. From the thoughtful modern minimalism and open layout; to the sentimental touches of Louisiana in the decor. The service staff were attentive and delightful. And of course - the FOOD! Worth the hype. I inhaled that quail lol. read more

Moon Rabbit - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My job hosted a private event at Moon Rabbit and it was great! The food was fantastic, and we enjoyed learning about the chef and his Vietnamese/Louisiana background. I probably ate too many biscuits, but when they're that good it's hard to stop. Will definitely be back! read more

I came here for my birthday, and the Vietnamese course + our server, Preston, were phenomenal. I love exploring food and with so many options on their menu, I was quite stumped. I chose the Chef's Visit to Vietnam, where every dish is chosen and created by the chef, so we even got dishes that I think were not on the menu. I highly recommend the Chef's Visit to Vietnam if you want a special food experience and want to take out the effort in ordering a course on your own. The restaurant itself feels large but intimate, with good lighting where it's a little dim yet bright. I really enjoyed this atmosphere and would definitely recommend this restaurant to friends. read more

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For our anniversary, my wife and I enjoyed the Chef's Visit to Vietnam at Moon Rabbit and loved it. It is a multi-course meal with wonderful choices and lots of variety and small bites mixed with larger courses. We love Vietnamese food and have been to Vietnam a few times, as well as many of the great Vietnamese restaurants in the DC area (especially around the Eden Center). But Moon Rabbit is special with its creative, modern take on the Asian/French cuisine of Vietnam. The Chef's Visit is a bit of a splurge, but this was an anniversary occasion. And compared to other high end meals in the DC area, I think Moon Rabbit is the best value. Service is wonderful, but go for the food!! read more

Moon Rabbit is back in a kind of pop-up form at Bryant Street (across from the Alamo Drafthouse in DC). I've been meaning to go for so long now, and we made it there on a cold, dreary rainy night. We got there early, so we sat around the bar till our table was ready. Service was very quick, hardly a wait for food. Because I believe it's in a pop-up capacity right now, it does not have an extensive menu. I did note one vegetarian option on the menu, which is what my bf got, an eggplant curry. I got the popular crawfish noodles with the crab fat and miso sauce(only just put back in the rotation as of last night!). Everything was so good and yummy. That noodle dish is one of the best I've had. The sesame donut dessert was delicious too, with tamarind caramel and sesame ice cream. Chef Kevin Tien was out and about and greeting diners and helping run front of house alongside his back of house duties, I'm sure. That's when you know a chef truly cares about his diners when you see that one on one interaction. What a great dude. When Moon Rabbit has their more permanent location sorted out, I'll be back again! read more

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I went to the original location during the summer 2022 Restaurant week. I thoroughly enjoyed all the meals. 1 star deduction just because the peanut noodles made me nauseous afterward. Also, the service should have been more attentive. The ambiance was good enough for the space. I will definitely revisit once the permanent location pops up. read more

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The two of us had a wonderful meal here. I can't believe the overall reviews are not closer to 5's! The restaurant is large, but is divided into 3 dining rooms (4?), each of them small-to-midsized, to avoid a feeling of crowding, and is nicely appointed. The server was TERRIFIC (thank you, Robert!) in terms of his recommendations where requested and the quality of what he recommended, and his attention and spacing of the dishes. The excellence here even applied to the custom cocktails, which were delicious and creative (I had a Duck Out, I think it's called). As to the creatively conceived food itself, the cassava corn bread was terrific, as was its butter. Other highlights were the Pate Chaud and the wagyu beef dishes, which were perfectly cooked and flavorful. The other dishes were "only" excellent. It was a bit pricey, but worth it! read more

Moon rabbit is a delightful gem. I was nervous about going to a fusion place, but it is executed to perfection here- the chef blends traditional flavors with new takes, integrating textures and concepts seamlessly. I loved the pate appetizer and the halibut crudo. Desserts were fun and beautiful. We had exceptional service and enjoyed the chef's selection. Truly memorable and excellent meal! read more

I hesitated to write this review for a few weeks, because I hate giving low-star reviews, but I felt the need to provide this feedback to the team at Moon Rabbit. Any one of these things wouldn't have been a deal breaker, but all added up to a poor experience. First, we were greeted by the nice staff, but I get the feeling they are told a certain way to stand/act/talk and it came off as very pretentious. Next, we were seated at high top. We didn't have a reservation, and we're always happy to sit at the bar or a high top, but this combination of table and chairs was so uncomfortable. I don't know why - might have been the combination of the padding and lack of foot rests on the table or something but we both complained that our backs hurt after leaving. And we're not the kind of people who backs hurt! Then came food. I guess it was "fine". But something frustrating was that each of the dishes had some type of twist that were mentioned on the menu. Imagine if every plate was "reimagined" or "deconstructed". I totally get that, and I love trying things like that, but please put that on the menu so we know, for instance, that our summer roll wasn't going to have rice paper. It turns out the rice paper really makes a summer roll, and without it, it was a let down. Another issue with the food was one of the dishes was quite spicy and wasn't label as such on the menu. I don't mind spice, but my partner is sensitive and would have tried something else or asked for less spice if possible. Unfortunately, she wasn't able to eat as much of the plate as a result. And finally, the portions are quite small. But I guess that fits with the pretentious atmosphere. I did find the art on the wall to be super cute, though. It was drawn by the owner's (I think) child. So that made us smile, and the staff was very nice and attentive, though the rest of the experience was lackluster. So... Strange menu choices + uncomfortable chairs + weird atmosphere + attentive staff + cute kid art = 2 stars read more

I never got the chance to try Moon Rabbit when it was at the Wharf - I was really excited for the reopening. I had the "Out of Dipping Sauce" cocktail which, while good, was a bit more bland than I expected a drink with fish sauce to be. "A Lover's Affair" was a solid second drink. Service was very subpar. I felt like we were constantly trying to flag our waitress down. Normally there is a preamble in which the server will explain the menu, note some recommended dishes, and ask about allergies. We got very little of that, which was a bummer: we ordered the squid, which I guess had pork in it? It wasn't marked and I didn't know what boudin was, no one explained...so as a result, I was unable to eat the dish. Trying to get the menu so we could order another dish was difficult. There were plenty of staff running around and clearing plates - which kinda felt rushed, as if they would have taken my plate before I was finished - but it was really difficult to get an order in. All of the dishes were good, but not great. My favorite was the waygu beef (though it was a tad overcooked for my liking) and the squash. We were unimpressed with the spring rolls, monkfish, and squid (says my dining companion). The decor of the restaurant was cute but it felt very large with many tables and as a result, almost like a food food factory experience. The two-seater tables were pretty close together and whenever someone tried to bring the food to our table, they had to awkwardly stand behind my dining companion for a few moments to determine when to approach and then reach around. I agree with other reviewers that the 22% service charge was a bummer, given the menu prices and how hard we had to try to flag down a waiter. Overall, I was disappointed with Moon Rabbit. I was very excited to show my support for Kevin Tien and while the meal was fine, it did not exceed my expectations in the way I hoped. read more

Moon Rabbit - A Lover's Affair - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

What a great experience! My husband made a reservation for my 40th bday and we were seated at a nice table near the window. Sean B, our server, told us he would be our guide for this culinary journey and his recommendations did not steer us wrong. We got the stuffed leaf with waygu which was great, followed ny the shrimp thermidor and bread to sop up the buttery lemony sauce - this is one of their signature dishes and I get why! We got the cumin lamb which, of the three dishes, was my least favorite. Good flavors but I prefer my meat to be very lean and some of the pieces were fatty. We finished by ordering the apple and mushroom desserts - again, both recs from Sean - and because it was my birthday he brought a third from the pastry chef which was a guava cake with tons of layers and a cheese/caramel topping. They might not make sense but it was our favorite, followed by the apple dessert. My husband is a big chocolate fan so he was surprised the mushroom dessert wasn't his favorite since it's a fried chocolate crepe filled with mousse, with various mushroom flavors throughout. Decor was nice and clean. We were a bit surprised that the bar was fairly empty but it's also Labor Day weekend so I suspect a lot of DC folks are out of town. Would love to return! read more

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Moon rabbit 2.0 pop up. I heard good things about the original so I came over. Nice open ambiance at the end of a food hall. Tables are really close together so you'll be one big family. The menu differs from the original spot but everything was delicious. The server said I couldn't go wrong with anything and I didn't! Lots of different flavors. Impeccable presentation. My only complaint was the service charge not including the tip. read more

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This restaurant is getting a ton of buzz, but it is overhyped and I don't expect it to be in business a year from now! Why? Offensively expensive prices for food portion sizes that you can barely see on the plate. You will pay on average $30 for an entree and get a portion size that is offensively small. While the flavors are good, it is not amazing to warrant the high price for food you can barely see on the plate. Desserts are $19 each and while they are creative for sure, again the portion size is tiny. They used to be in the lobby of a hotel in the Wharf, but in this new location, they are NOT the same restaurant. Overpriced for tiny portion sizes and ok food, not spectacular, instead super salty. Pass, much better value and flavors to be found elsewhere! read more

Came here on a Monday for dinner and it wasn't too busy and we were able to be seated immediately as a walk in. The drink menu was very creative and the "out of dipping sauce" cocktail is surprisingly balanced. It had fish sauce that complimented the drink pleasantly and was not overly funky. My favorite dishes were the quail stuffed with duck sausage and charred cabbage. The duck sausage was incredibly tender and flavorful. The charred cabbage was also packed with flavor despite being a humble vegetable. I also tried the rice cake and the highlight of this dish was the sauce. For the less good, I felt the stuffed leaves dish was mediocre as it was quite flat and the accompanying sauce did not elevate it. read more

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The service was wonderful!!! The food was delicious and well thought out. The environment is very charming and mellow. The price is a little on the high end but after my experience I do feel it was worth it. I highly recommend the Kanpachi Crudo entree and the Durian Dessert read more

Moon Rabbit - tiger sauce, coconut mousse, puffed rice paper, lime leaf - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Wow! This place is amazing. The ambiance is clean and nice as well. The service is excellent. My water glass was never empty. I came for lunch and Sean was my server. He made excellent recommendations and frequently checked in with me. Every bite and sip was delicious! I started with the spirit free Jade drink. It was well balanced and flavorful (not often the case for alcohol free drinks I've tried at other places). The catfish was perfectly cooked and had a nice light char. The dipping sauce with the rice was perfect. I ended my meal with the pandan sponge cake. Great pandan flavor that wasn't overwhelming and not too sweet. If I lived closer, I would come here more often! 10 out of 10 would recommend!! read more

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I was super excited to try this spot, since I've heard such good things about Moon Rabbit 1.0! My partner and I visited Moon Rabbit 1.5 as a "treat yo self" date night on its last day. We were seated quickly (we had reservations) and were given menus right there. The server himself was super nice. The issue was he took A REALLY LONG TIME to serve us. Every single time. It took about 15 minutes for him to even walk over to us to ask how we were doing, if we wanted food.... He had friends at one of the tables he was serving. He was able to get us our drinks and stuff at reasonable times, but I felt like he was waiting too many tables for us to get fairly speedy service (even a 10 minute wait was fine), but after we got our entrees, it took about 40 minutes to even get someone's attention (we tried flagging people down and food runners would respond that they would talk to the server about it, but they never talked to them). I even have receipts of my food being served on my phone, I'm not even exaggerating how long it took to get our dessert and check :( the max we could be seated was 90 minutes and over 45 minutes of the wait was spent trying to get the attention of the waiter. All other customers were seated, served and most left before us. I have no idea why we specifically were forgotten about. The food was phenomenal though. Same with the alcoholic drinks. You can tell that the creator of the drink menu is a Swiftie. We ordered: - The pâté - lemongrass beef skewer - crawfish noodles - black pepper crusted salmon - sesame donut - All Too Well cocktail - Red cocktail Our last favorite was the pate, but my partner thought it was because all the other dishes were a lot more "rich" in flavor. The crawfish noodles were super super garlicky and had excellent texture clashes. The beef skewer was super delicious with the pineapple, chili oil, and yogurt combination. The All Too Well cocktail was well rounded with a nice fruit and savory element to it, and the Red cocktail had strong nuances of cinnamon. Would get the All Too Well cocktail again, but that's because I love fruity drinks. I'm hoping Moon Rabbit 2.0 will be a lot better- the food is already really good (they'll be doing a completely new menu from what this pop-up offered), but I really hope I never have that service experience again. read more

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Just finished a dinner here and it was absolutely amazing! We didn't have a reservation but came right as the restaurant opened and got a seat at the bar. Maria was the best and made delicious recommendations from drinks, to dinner, to dessert! The drinks were adventurous/innovative and the food was delicious and made me rethink Vietnamese food. We can't wait to come back the next time we're in DC! read more

Monique was THE BEST server my mom and I have ever had. I've gone to 3 Michelin star restaurants and haven't received this level of service. I was so impressed with the way she articulated the menu and made us fall in love with every dish. The food was phenomenal and has such unique flavors. Quiet and intimate atmosphere. So worth the visit and the price. Definitely get the shrimp and the curry dessert!!! Soooooo good read more

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Food was great but felt heavy on pork, if you like pork great! If you avoid it, there are options but not as many. Service team was great and very friendly. From the beginning to the end, it felt as you can joke around with the team but they still kept it very professional. The restaurant is big in space, making it great for larger groups. Overall worth the experience! read more

Food, service, and ambiance were all great. I thought the seafood and vegetable focused dishes were exceptional as were the desserts as well. read more

Delicious and creative. But portions are teensy. Theres a bar side and a restaurant side. Nice space.

First and foremost our waiter Sean B. was THE best. the food was good but what made it the best was our service. The place itself was nice and had a lot of anime stuff which i personally love. but back to the food, my girlfriend and i did restaurant week so it was a prix fixe menu. The Viet butter was ok, the bao were good. she got the chicken which she loved and i got the steak which i really enjoyed dessert was also pretty decent as well i got the che and she got the chocolate thing which i forgot what it was called but the mango crepe cake thing they had was my favorite. the viet coffee drink was also good! i kind of messed up and picked it up a little early so some of it spilled but they were super nice and friendly about it. they cleaned it up really quick. but overall i would recommend this spot and would go back mainly cause Sean B. was really cool and provided amazing service. read more

this place was pretty good! the service was amazing, everyone was so so so kind. the food was really good for a fusion, i think i just prefer traditional viet food but it was still really delicious. the second appy, dont remember the name, really stood out to me. the fish was super fresh! the green curry dessert was my second fav. super unique flavor and you can really taste the green curry. the crispy rice with egg plant(?) was my third fav. read more

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Impeccable service. Professional and friendly waitstaff. Junior was exceptionally awesome. Food was good but not exceptional. The dishes are small so we ordered 3 dishes and 4 Drinks which cost $220.00. Fun to go but too expensive for us. read more

Every thing was really good from the ambience to the service to the food. I would encourage everyone to try the durian dessert. It's delicious and unique. The passion fruit granita sets off the creamy durian mousse beautifully. read more

I've been looking to check this place out since it opened recently as I live in the neighborhood. I got here around opening time at 5 PM and the tables and bar were pretty much half full already so reservations are probably a good idea on most days. The bar service and hostesses were both great. The food service took some time though. I had the Experience of Vietnam for around $69. It's basically 2 Moondancer Oysters, some kind of Ceviche, Lamb Chops, and a dessert. I can't say I found it to be a bargain by any means. The Lamb was extremely tough and took me a while to eat. The other items were pretty decent. All in all, I think I spent $170 for 2 glasses of wine and the food. They add a 22% service charge but didn't tell me. I also decided to add 20% tip just to be nice. Overall, its very pricey as other reviewers have stated. I plan on returning to order items on the menu a la carte. The wines were very good. read more

Moon Rabbit - Lamb - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Moon Rabbit is one of the rare DC restaurants that deserves its excellent reputation. How refreshing it is to have such great food of a different cuisine type than the standard Italian that is all too common in DC. Superb service (if a bit too eager-to-please) and tasty, elegant food thoughtfully described is a rarity in DC. Its desserts are also superb. It is, of course, extremely expensive to dine here, but worthwhile. read more

wanted to try something different. I ordered the pork chop. The salad had a spicy seed on it that was very very spicy. It made my eyes water. The porkchop was good. The rice was bland. I tried my coworkers rabbit. It was good. I also tried someone at the tables gnocci that was not good at all. It had the consistency of a raw oyster. read more

After a year of regretting never getting to visit Moon Rabbit while it was at The Wharf, I was ecstatic when I saw the news that they were reopening in downtown DC! I rushed over a few days after their grand (re)opening during Restaurant Week, and...well...while the food, service, and ambiance were all solid, it didn't quite live up to all the hype or their price point. However, I also want to give them the benefit of the doubt, given they had just opened and had a different menu for Restaurant Week. The meal started with a duck fat brioche dinner roll for each guest, which was rich, yet fluffy, and had a great hit of flavor from the duck fat. It paired wonderfully with the whipped condensed milk butter, which was lightly sweet and had a great airy texture. They did not have a vegetarian or gluten-free replacement, which wasn't a huge deal since the rest of their menu had plenty of dietary restriction-friendly options. For the first course, I opted for their Soda Chanh Crudo, a delightful cured scallop dish topped with Meyer lemon kosho and shiso leaves. The scallops were nice and springy, and they paired wonderfully with the light, herby, citrusy sauce and crunchy sesame crackers. All in all, this was a fantastic start to the meal. My friend chose their Bo La Lot, which seemed like a fusion between the traditional Vietnamese dish and its Mediterranean friend, dolma. The star of the dish was the tender wagyu beef wrapped in perilla leaves, and then it was served with labne, fermented honey, and pickled shallots. It was a tasty dish with a creative fusion flair -- although be warned that the perilla leaf heavily dominates the dish, so be sure you enjoy its flavor before you order this one. For the second course, I went for the Ca Vien, which included a fillet of BBQ rockfish wrapped in collard greens and served with a coconut broth, mung beans, and okra. The rockfish was incredibly tender and flaky; if it weren't for the collard green wrap, it probably would have completely disintegrated the second my fork touched it. From that, I have a sneaking suspicion that the collard green's purpose was more functional than flavorful, as its lightly bitter undertones didn't pair particularly well with the other elements of the dish. The coconut broth, however, was fantastic -- it was rich and creamy, but not too overwhelming, and I loved the little pops of texture from the mung beans. My friend ordered their Ga Kho To, or soy caramel chicken with crispy chicken fat rice. She loved the rice, which lived up to its name with its perfectly crispy exterior and deep, chicken fat-infused flavor. However, she found the chicken a bit disappointing, as it was still uncomfortably pink in the center, and didn't quite have the soy caramel punch that she was looking for. The real star of the meal was the dessert course; my friend and I ordered and split both of their options. The first, Ca Ri, was a green curry-infused sponge cake served with a rich, creamy avocado sorbet, fish sauce caramel, and lime. It sounds like an impossibly weird combination, but they did a fantastic job -- none of the flavors were overwhelming, and the dessert struck the perfect balance between savory and sweet. The sponge cake was light and airy, which went perfectly with its heavier accompaniments, like the sorbet, coconut cream, and caramel sauce. Their second dessert option was the Xoai, another unique-sounding dish with a rich, milk chocolate cremeux, fresh mango, bird's eye chili chamoy, toasted rice noodles, and perilla foam. Despite the exciting dish description, I found this to be the much "safer" and standard of the two desserts -- it honestly just tasted like a chocolate mousse with mango. The chamoy provided a great spicy kick, but there was only enough to add it to 1-2 bites, and the perilla foam, while beautiful, didn't provide a ton of perilla flavor. The toasted rice noodles also got a bit lost in the dish, which ended up making the entire bowl feel a bit one-note both flavor and texture-wise. Beyond the food, I thought the restaurant was tastefully decorated -- all of the furniture had pretty dark hues, which, paired with their dim lighting and white / light grey plates, really made the food pop. I did think that the tables were a bit too close together, though; we were often distracted by conversations at nearby tables, and it was hard to get up to leave or use the restroom without accidentally bumping into anyone. All in all, my friend and I had a great experience at Moon Rabbit. It was exciting to finally be able to try their creative, fusion takes on Vietnamese, and our service was delightful. However, given the price point and the fact that the dishes, while tasty, weren't anything to write home about, I have a hard time giving this location 5 stars. Even so, I hope to visit again once they've launched their full menu and have had more time to settle into their new space...and maybe bump their rating up a notch. read more

I didn't like the food here. The portions were small, the food didn't taste good to me, and the prices were quite high for the experience. I liked the waiter and the service, but the dish I had was definitely something I could have done without. For 35 dollars, I would have preferred a better meal. read more

Overhyped and under delivered. Tried the roll, cake, eel, leaf and all awful. Would not recommend attending

Best restaurant in DC. Everything was so good that my boyfriend and I still think about and try to find "special occasions " to go back. We did the chef tasting menu and loved all dishes. Truly an experience. I don't even like lamb and I loved the beet/lamb dish. read more

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So good! The space is beautiful and the service was great. I had the Tasting Menu and it did not disappoint. I have added Moon Rabbit to my DC favorite restaurants list and I will definitely be back. read more

I had dinner at Moon Rabbit with two friends who were excited about a really different dining experience. We tried a variety of dishes (each serving was very small) and overall would give mixed reviews. One glaring problem was that my friend with severe nut allergies requested a dish prepared without nuts. When served, I asked point blank "Are there nuts in this?" Yes! The waiter turned white, and took it back to the kitchen; it was replaced at no charge on our bill. But can you imagine calling the ambulance in the middle of an expensive dinner? They claim to have outstanding customer service. This wasn't it. read more

Moon Rabbit 2.0 pop up. Food was interesting. It wasn't bad but every dish tasted like it was missing something. I think I was looking for more Vietnamese flavors and the dishes I had didn't quite meet the mark. I had the cruel summer as my drink. It was a rather small, ice heavy drink but it was absolutely delicious (more on drinks below). I had the Mi Carbonara and the Mussels. Mussels were an interesting experience. I can't say I loved them but they were good and a creative dish. Mi carbonara was my main dish. This is more like what I was looking for, but somewhat disappointed. Each bite had a really magnificent immediate flavor that diminished once I began to chew. It was okay, though for the price I think I could have gotten a meatier dish at a traditional Asian restaurant. Now the drinks...so I ordered one drink. One of the waiters then walked by and asked if I would like another drink I said no he said it was on the house and not to worry. I said okay in that case sure. My second cruel summer was also delicious! As I was paying for my meal, the tab was what I expected but then the host said wait a moment and came back and added the second drink. I didn't argue about it because I was annoyed and just paid for it all. This place has a 22% service charge...so this drink that I thought was free ended up being an extra $15+22% + 10% DC tax. The meal I had for one cost $100 and some change and included something I consumed but didn't order. Interesting place. I'm glad I gave it a shot. It satisfied my hunger, but I don't think I will return because I wasn't impressed by food quality and the price was atrocious. My waiter was very kind and personable and I had no issue with the service minus the fake free drink offer. read more

Moon Rabbit - Ramen dish - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

In a curious pop-up space filled with cafeteria style acoustics and lighting, the culinary team brings intimacy to the table with shareable plates that hold delicate, secret, impressive flavors. The only drawback of our meal was that we weren't more hungry. The wagyu skewered on lemongrass showcases the sweetness of the cut while getting the right hints of salt and typically overpowering flavors of chili and pineapple, framed with a yogurt palate cleanser. Every element on the plate yields a dish greater than the sum of its parts The sea scallop crudo is nothing short of the toil of perfectionism. Every oft criticism of its components is masterfully overcome and each bite is a journey: toasted cumin brings an immediate earthiness that grounds the sweet, buttery taste and texture of the scallops, which rest on a Tom Yum cream and avocado mousse brings a demure and airy umami with fleeting hints of crushed, flaky salt. And as the flavors come together in a powerful amalgamation, the red onion and crispies (popped quinoa?) reset your palate for the next bite. Consider this the art gallery show of dining: bring all your senses and enjoy a thoughtfully curated experience. read more

Everything was delicious, great flavors and unexpected combinations left my taste buds satisfied. Service was impeccable! read more

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We did the tasting menu at moon rabbit. $69 per person. It was a great experience, with so many great flavors in each dish. Amazing service, very helpful staff. I enjoyed the presentation of each dish. Chic decor with relaxed vibes. The drinks were original and yummy. read more

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"What would Vietnamese cuisine look like in a fine bistro?" I shouldn't expect too much. The menu is a three-course meal (excluding the two appetizers: mantou and fried dumplings). Natchitoches Meat Pie: Southeast Asian-flavored fried dumplings served with pomelo sauce. Ube Mantou: The chef specifically mentioned when serving that the mantou wasn't made with ube. The whole appetizer felt very casual (the taste was like something pre-made). Crispy Pork Belly: The first bite was okay, but the fat-to-meat ratio was too high, making it extremely greasy, and the fishy smell wasn't handled well. Even the oil-vinegar dressing and sweet potato puree couldn't cut through the greasiness. Bánh Bèo: Tasted somewhat like a deconstructed pork dumpling. Bò Né: The offal had an overwhelmingly strong fishy smell, likely because it was left sitting for a while before being served. The meat was also cold. It was so bad that I left a lot of it uneaten, hoping the chef would reflect on it when it was sent back to the kitchen. Chicken Presse: No comment on this one. Stone Fruit: Overly sweet chocolate sauce paired with two tasteless strawberry slices and a bit of chocolate shavings. There was no improvement in texture, no flavor contrast, no taste, and no creativity--it was just bad. Chè: An unattractive but not terrible Vietnamese ice dessert. The combination of cheap jelly flavor and spiced ice cream was okay and not overly sweet. By the way, the drinks were also bad. Hello： was okay; tomato：was extremely bad. - The service was decent, except at the beginning when they didn't help pour water, and they didn't clear the paper on the table, so we ended up serving ourselves. - The atmosphere was alright, quite cheerful, and the servers liked to hum. You need to make a reservation in advance, as there aren't many seats available. The bar also offers dining. read more

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