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Fantastic food, ambiance, and service! 10/10 experience at Mot Hai Ba! My friend and I had a reservation for dinner at the bar. Gabe took the best care of us! He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and gave us fantastic recommendations. To drink I got the Lychee Lemongrass Martini, which was perfectly sweet! Gabe started us off with the Gruyère Kimchi fritters on the house, which were so crunchy and savory! Our other apps were the beet salad and Crispy Vietnamese Rice Cake. The beet salad was refreshing, but the rice cake stole the show. Warning -- the portion was massive, but the mushroom filling was beyond flavorful! For our mains we got the Eggplant Curry and Garlic Noodles. I've heard a lot about their garlic noodles, and enjoyed them, but wished for a bit more garlic flavor. The curry was phenomenal! Spicy with such a bright flavor. 10/10!
First time at Mot Hai Ba exceeded expectations This restaurant is truly worth all the hype people say. Service was great and for your first time they'll bring out a complimentary appetizer to try! Highly recommend the stuffed leeks, absolutely have to get them, they were mind blowing. One of the best bites I've had in Dallas Garlic noodles and shaking beef were good, but not the best I've had. Definitely worth trying. Everything we got was tasty. No complaints and flavors were all very well balanced Recommend the chocolate cake as well, very decadent but not too sweet
LOVE Mot Hai Ba! Blink and you'll miss it. I'm not sure where the parking is actually supposed to be but we managed to find street parking not too far away. Book well in advance unless you want an early and less ideal reservation time. The service was incredibly helpful and made some wonderful suggestions. They have a version of the menu which is marked up for dairy free and modifiable options for those who need it (like my friend). We started with the Swiss Chard Tempura and it the highlight of the meal for me. I could not believe how crispy the tempura stayed despite sitting in the sauce. Second was the garlic noodles and then the shaking beef. I enjoyed the viet rice cakes and the branzino but I honestly think we just ordered way too much food for two people. The Vietnamese cakes were an interesting twist and a bit messier to eat since it's basically a giant lettuce wrap. Definitely a fusion restaurant with wonderful flavors. The service was great, the lychee martini delicious, and it was definitely a cute little restaurant. I definitely need to come back and try more dishes!
I think my favorite restaurant I've been to in Dallas! So amazing. The service is super friendly, and we were given a complimentary appetizer for it being our first time there. It's a very cozy and small space which adds to the ambiance. Everything was incredible, but the ravioli and chocolate cake were my favorites. The chocolate cake might be one of my favorite chocolate cakes ever. I had enough for leftovers the next day - it's a very large slice. Our reservation was at 8:30pm, and we got their last slice so I think they might sell out towards the end of the night. Parking was pretty easy on a nearby side street. Make reservations well in advance. Would love to go back again!
This is the closest thing Dallas has to a Michelin star. Truly a dining experience. The place is small and intimate. Great lighting. Great bartenders and servers. The food is amazing. Some of the best oysters I've ever had in my life. The shaking beef, short rib, and coppa are my go to's with the garlic noodles of course. Great drinks. You'll need to come here at least 3 times to experience all the different wonderful flavors. Def one of the best spots in Dallas.
My son and I enjoyed the most fabulous last dinner out of 2025, at Mot Hai Ba. Service was exceptional from start to finish. We were sandwiched between two young dates which can probably make your young adult son feel a little uncomfy, like I'm here with my Mom and these dudes are on dates but I didn't know it would be a datey crowd on a Sunday evening. Nonetheless, we had a really lovely experience. I had their 5 spice old fashioned and my son had a beer. We ordered a bit of everything starting with one banh bao, the grilled octopus, stuffed leaks, shaking beef, branzino, bok choy, and garlic noodles. The flavors were out of this world. We both agreed the food was rich and not the type of thing you need on a heavy rotation but so scrumptious! Loved the ambiance here, perfect spot for a date or fam bam dinner. I love recommending solo dining spots since most of my time here is spent solo dining, what I will say about Mot Hai Ba is the food is all so delish and family style is really the way to go. Bring a friend! If I were to have gone solo, I wouldn't be able to try so many items and this meal is probably most enjoyable as a shared experience so your taste buds can fully explore their incredible offerings. You'd be doing yourself an injustice to have to skip anything, but you could prob scale way back and have leftovers for the next day. We snagged parking in the neighborhood, not sure what the parking situation is as I don't recall seeing valet.
When we first entered the restaurant, I was a little skeptical. First impressions were small, loud, cramped. But things changed quickly. As soon as we were welcomed we got seated and welcomed by a top notch waiter. It felt like he genuinely loved what he was doing. He gave insightful recommendations on what to order and what items were better than the others. We got the bao buns as an appetizer. Pretty good. With flavorful beef filling. 8/10 After some discussion we decided on the branzino which had a sweet, tasty sauce--among the best we've had. We also ordered the shaving beef as our 2nd entree and it was incredible tender. 10/10. For sides we got the garlic noodles and the rice. Both were pretty good. 8/10. Flavorful but at the end of the day rice and noodles. We finished the night off with chocolate cake--so rich but so good. It's also beautiful. 10/10
Stopped by a few weeks ago with a friend and we had a decent time. Some dishes (garlic noodles) were extremely salty while others (bok choy) were bland; this may be because my friend has a dairy allergy and dishes had to be modified, so I definitely want to return in the future and try certain things again without substitutions and see if they're more balanced. My favorites of the night were the stuffed leeks and the kimchi foie gras dumpings, though I didn't think the latter really needed the beef tallow or wagyu; it made everything super oily. Also didn't love paying $40+ for 7 small pieces of shaking beef, but it is what it is. I do want to give the restaurant another chance since several of the dishes look excellent but my friend couldn't eat them (she also has a soy and shellfish allergy, sadly) - it's a bit far for us but I'm sure my husband and I will be back at some point.
This was an expensive meal and I regret not a single penny spent here. Parking was available across the street along the opposite, though it was a weekday evening, so not sure about weekends. The restaurant was packed at 8.30pm on the week night when we had our reservation. It's small but they have a good amount of seats including enclosed outdoor seating as well. It exudes, eclectic eatery vibes. Service was fantastic. From our server Mia to the many staff members assisting, there were no complaints. My wife dropped her napkin and in under a minute had a fresh one without us even having time to call for help. The food is absolutely amazing. The plates looked gorgeous and it's as good to eat as it looked. From the simple grilled mushrooms dish to stuffed leeks or the branzino, it was great! Definitely save room for dessert. This is a high, high quality restaurant well worth the $$$ you will spend here.
Easily one of, if not my new favorite restaurant in Dallas. We celebrated my birthday here a few weeks ago and could not have had a better experience. We were seated at the bar, where a branded 'Happy Birthday' sign waited. From there, the bartender, Gabe, gave us a full rundown of the menu and offered suggestions for us. He could not have been more helpful or knowledgeable about each dish. He truly made the night feel special and even sent out two appetizers so that we got to try the dishes that he liked. Also, when we got were finishing up our meal and ordered the chocolate cake, there was a candle in it and he took our picture with a Polaroid camera to help commemorate the occasion. A small gesture that went a long way. The first dish that we got was the Kimchi and Gruyère rice fritters, which were one of the dishes that Gabe sent out and a great start to the night. From there, we ordered the stuffed leeks and the dauphine ravioli, both of which were fantastic and the highlights of the meal. Both must-order dishes. We opted for the branzino as our entree, and Gabe sent out a side of rice which paired with the fish perfectly. The only surprising miss for our meal was the garlic noodles, just felt a bit one dimensional. The chocolate cake was fantastic and a great way to end the meal. Overall will absolutely be back; we have talked a few times about what we will order the next time we visit.
The restaurant is very hidden and looks like a hole in the wall. It is very small so we highly recommend a reservation. Parking was frustrating but the food is totally worth the visit. The servers are very knowledgeable when it comes to the menu and have wonderful recommendations for first timers. Apps. Swiss Chard Tempura has to be my absolute favorite. Very savory and perfectly crisp! The vinaigrette gives it a perfect balance. Double orders would be totally worth it! The ravioli was so beautiful and tasty! There's a nice citrus finish. Entree- Shaking beef - very good! If you like meat this is the perfect dish. Duck Breast - I'm not the biggest duck fan but I will order this again! Very good and overall a beautiful dish. Garlic noodles - say less. Just order it. Zero regret and can eat it as a meal alone. Dessert!! The cake was decadent and amazing. The hazelnut gives it the perfect saltiness.
Y'all. Một Hai Ba is GOOD. I had a late dinner here with my mom, brother, and a family friend last Saturday when I was visiting home. I had had it on my to try list for a while, and I was thrilled it worked out on this particular visit. So we made a reservation for 9:45 pm (after a movie) and arrived just a couple of minutes late. Looking back, I really wish I hadn't had that afternoon snack. I had panicked that I'd be starving by 10 pm and had a snack around 6. Mistake. Because every bite at Một Hai Ba was delicious and I really wish we could have ordered more. So what did we order? Their crispy Vietnamese rice cake (with bean sprouts, scallions, herbs, and shrimp) were great - a classic version of Bánh Xèo (crispy pancake, great sauce, tons of herbs...). It was messy and delicious. Next - the Swiss chard tempura (tempura-fried Swiss chard filled with pork and shrimp served over a Nước chấm vinaigrette and dill) was AMAZING. I would go back and order this dish again right now. After that - their Hokkaido scallops (grilled and then sliced scallops served over champagne grapes, diced sour apple, crumbled hazelnuts, resting in a coconut milk and Hungarian wax pepper sauce, and finished with pickled peppers and mint oil) - was another great dish. It was incredibly sour and those scallops were cooked to perfection. Next, we ordered their kimchi and foie gras dumplings (house-made kimchi and foie gras dumplings served with a warm compote of Anjou pears cooked in pear vinaigrette until caramelized and topped with thinly sliced Texas wagyu ribeye; the dish is finished tableside when they pour a sizzling hot beef tallow flavored with pho spices over the dish). I don't even know where to start with this dish. WILD. Why aren't we pouring melted pho-flavored beef tallow on everything? Why are dumplings served with pears? Because no one else could think of this dish. I bit mine in half and ended up covered in dumpling filling over a favorite top. I didn't even care. It was so good I couldn't even be mad at myself. Taking it to the dry cleaner was worth it. We also had a few sides - their garlic noodles, the vegan version of their garlic noodles, and the vegan version of their grilled mixed mushrooms. These sides were consistent with the rest of the meal - delicious. I love restaurants. I love menus. I love ordering. At Một Hai Ba, I deferred to my brother and family friend, because - after great descriptions of highlights from the menu by our waitress - I wanted every single thing on the menu and was getting too stressed out. So I let my brother hand it and he was a champ. Their staff are incredibly knowledgeable about the restaurant's menu and very helpful in assisting you with ordering and coursing out your dishes. They also had a special menu which noted which dishes could be veganized (my mom is vegan, so this was very helpful). The service overall was just great. Two of us had drinks. They have a - you guessed - great menu of drinks as well. We stuck to wine. A Montepulciano for my friend, a Grüner Veltliner for me. Great wines. (The Grüner Veltliner I ordered surprised me - I actually just visited the winery in Austria's Wachau Valley last summer and geeked out a bit after finding it on the menu!) The restaurant is cool but understated - not as trendy as so many places are now. But comfortable and cool with a great playlist on the night we ate our dinner (although - a very small complaint - the music was a little too loud when we were ordering). They have some outside seating as well (covered with clear vinyl tarps for comfort and warmth in winter). Street parking wasn't too bad either (but we were there super late). The bathrooms were tiny and could maybe use a little upgrade, but when a restaurant is this good, I really can't be bothered about something as minor as that. Overall, just a great meal. One I'd be happy to repeat. In fact, one I need to repeat since I was stupid enough to eat that snack. Rookie mistake. I'll be back for more.
One of the most amazing meals in Dallas. You can tell that everything is made with love and precision with a beautiful balance of flavors without anything being too overpowering. It's an intimate setting with not a lot of seats out outside and inside and their street parking only. There's about four bar seats. I love that it's smaller as it reminds me of New York City restaurants and feels more hospitable. They change the menu frequently, but if they have it on the menu when you go must order is the stuff leeks, branzino, squash blossom tempura, shaking beef, garlic noodles and the dirty rice. Almost everything on the menu is outstanding so you can't go wrong with ordering. Even our least favorite dishes would've been our absolute favorite if we're eating anywhere else. Can't wait to come back again soon - this is a must go.
3 days ago
One of my new favorite restaurants in Dallas! The dishes here have flavors that are beautifully crafted nods to Asian cuisine! They are so rich with delicious blends of sweet, savory, and sour. In addition, all of the meats/seafood were cooked to perfection to give you a wonderfully tender bite. The branzino was our favorite. It had a crisp exterior with soft, tender meat underneath. The flavor was also so stunning and the fish paired so well with the dirty rice. The foie gras dumplings are great umami flavor bombs. It's also coated a delicious pho sauce that gives you just the best parts of a hearty pho bowl. The atmosphere is elevated and romantic, perfect for a date night. We also loved our server who made our anniversary dinner so special! Would definitely love to come back and try their other dishes! read more
29 days ago
Five stars for service and atmosphere. Good was also remarkable. Just had appetizers. But we were wowed. Beef tartare and ravioli. Banh Bao...soso. For us. Will be back. Shout out to Libby and Randy. Well done. read more
Mot Hai Ba is an East Dallas gem serving delicious elevated Vietnamese food and creative cocktails. We stopped in recently to get our monthly fix and of course everything was amazing. I had two seasonal signatures that were perfect summer refreshers. My first was a pineapple rum cocktail called Lewis Street Daiquiri. The second was a very creative spin on a Negroni made with tequila instead of gin. Lewis Street Daiquiri uses a pineapple rum combined with Yuzu Kosho cordial. A yuzu kosho cordial is a sweet, syrup flavored with yuzu citrus and a spicy Japanese chili paste.It's a creative way bartenders add sweetness, acidity, and a spicy kick to recipes. It definitely had all of that along with a bit of a sour feel to it with some light froth from some vigorous shaking. It's really tasty. The second cocktail is JuJu's Negroni. I've never seen a tequila Negroni variation. They use a Blanco tequila, JuJu's coffee, Pamplemousse (grapefruit), and coconut. JuJu is a local East Dallas coffee shop around the corner from MHB. I love the local touch to use a neighbor's ingredient. I cant remember why is has a red tint given the ingredients, but it must be the combination of the coffee and grapefruit liqueur. I think i remember them saying they clarified some combination of the ingredients, but i cant remember. Regardless, it was delicious ams you should definitely try it. You don't need an excuse to go to MHB because it's one of the best restaurants in Dallas and is Michelin recommended. I would go@back for both of these cocktails like we do for the world famous garlic noodles. Go try these beauties and visit our hood because it's one of the best joints we have to offer in Dallas. Salute. @thejohnnycocktail Lewis Street Daiquiri Pineapple Rum Pineapple Yuzu Kosho Cordial JuJu's Negroni Blanco Tequila JuJu's Coffee Pamplemouse (Grapefruit Liqueur) Coconut read more
Fantastic food, ambiance, and service! 10/10 experience at Mot Hai Ba! My friend and I had a reservation for dinner at the bar. Gabe took the best care of us! He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and gave us fantastic recommendations. To drink I got the Lychee Lemongrass Martini, which was perfectly sweet! Gabe started us off with the Gruyère Kimchi fritters on the house, which were so crunchy and savory! Our other apps were the beet salad and Crispy Vietnamese Rice Cake. The beet salad was refreshing, but the rice cake stole the show. Warning -- the portion was massive, but the mushroom filling was beyond flavorful! For our mains we got the Eggplant Curry and Garlic Noodles. I've heard a lot about their garlic noodles, and enjoyed them, but wished for a bit more garlic flavor. The curry was phenomenal! Spicy with such a bright flavor. 10/10! read more
First time at Mot Hai Ba exceeded expectations This restaurant is truly worth all the hype people say. Service was great and for your first time they'll bring out a complimentary appetizer to try! Highly recommend the stuffed leeks, absolutely have to get them, they were mind blowing. One of the best bites I've had in Dallas Garlic noodles and shaking beef were good, but not the best I've had. Definitely worth trying. Everything we got was tasty. No complaints and flavors were all very well balanced Recommend the chocolate cake as well, very decadent but not too sweet read more
LOVE Mot Hai Ba! Blink and you'll miss it. I'm not sure where the parking is actually supposed to be but we managed to find street parking not too far away. Book well in advance unless you want an early and less ideal reservation time. The service was incredibly helpful and made some wonderful suggestions. They have a version of the menu which is marked up for dairy free and modifiable options for those who need it (like my friend). We started with the Swiss Chard Tempura and it the highlight of the meal for me. I could not believe how crispy the tempura stayed despite sitting in the sauce. Second was the garlic noodles and then the shaking beef. I enjoyed the viet rice cakes and the branzino but I honestly think we just ordered way too much food for two people. The Vietnamese cakes were an interesting twist and a bit messier to eat since it's basically a giant lettuce wrap. Definitely a fusion restaurant with wonderful flavors. The service was great, the lychee martini delicious, and it was definitely a cute little restaurant. I definitely need to come back and try more dishes! read more
I think my favorite restaurant I've been to in Dallas! So amazing. The service is super friendly, and we were given a complimentary appetizer for it being our first time there. It's a very cozy and small space which adds to the ambiance. Everything was incredible, but the ravioli and chocolate cake were my favorites. The chocolate cake might be one of my favorite chocolate cakes ever. I had enough for leftovers the next day - it's a very large slice. Our reservation was at 8:30pm, and we got their last slice so I think they might sell out towards the end of the night. Parking was pretty easy on a nearby side street. Make reservations well in advance. Would love to go back again! read more
This is the closest thing Dallas has to a Michelin star. Truly a dining experience. The place is small and intimate. Great lighting. Great bartenders and servers. The food is amazing. Some of the best oysters I've ever had in my life. The shaking beef, short rib, and coppa are my go to's with the garlic noodles of course. Great drinks. You'll need to come here at least 3 times to experience all the different wonderful flavors. Def one of the best spots in Dallas. read more
8 months ago
My son and I enjoyed the most fabulous last dinner out of 2025, at Mot Hai Ba. Service was exceptional from start to finish. We were sandwiched between two young dates which can probably make your young adult son feel a little uncomfy, like I'm here with my Mom and these dudes are on dates but I didn't know it would be a datey crowd on a Sunday evening. Nonetheless, we had a really lovely experience. I had their 5 spice old fashioned and my son had a beer. We ordered a bit of everything starting with one banh bao, the grilled octopus, stuffed leaks, shaking beef, branzino, bok choy, and garlic noodles. The flavors were out of this world. We both agreed the food was rich and not the type of thing you need on a heavy rotation but so scrumptious! Loved the ambiance here, perfect spot for a date or fam bam dinner. I love recommending solo dining spots since most of my time here is spent solo dining, what I will say about Mot Hai Ba is the food is all so delish and family style is really the way to go. Bring a friend! If I were to have gone solo, I wouldn't be able to try so many items and this meal is probably most enjoyable as a shared experience so your taste buds can fully explore their incredible offerings. You'd be doing yourself an injustice to have to skip anything, but you could prob scale way back and have leftovers for the next day. We snagged parking in the neighborhood, not sure what the parking situation is as I don't recall seeing valet. read more
21 days ago
When we first entered the restaurant, I was a little skeptical. First impressions were small, loud, cramped. But things changed quickly. As soon as we were welcomed we got seated and welcomed by a top notch waiter. It felt like he genuinely loved what he was doing. He gave insightful recommendations on what to order and what items were better than the others. We got the bao buns as an appetizer. Pretty good. With flavorful beef filling. 8/10 After some discussion we decided on the branzino which had a sweet, tasty sauce--among the best we've had. We also ordered the shaving beef as our 2nd entree and it was incredible tender. 10/10. For sides we got the garlic noodles and the rice. Both were pretty good. 8/10. Flavorful but at the end of the day rice and noodles. We finished the night off with chocolate cake--so rich but so good. It's also beautiful. 10/10 read more
Stopped by a few weeks ago with a friend and we had a decent time. Some dishes (garlic noodles) were extremely salty while others (bok choy) were bland; this may be because my friend has a dairy allergy and dishes had to be modified, so I definitely want to return in the future and try certain things again without substitutions and see if they're more balanced. My favorites of the night were the stuffed leeks and the kimchi foie gras dumpings, though I didn't think the latter really needed the beef tallow or wagyu; it made everything super oily. Also didn't love paying $40+ for 7 small pieces of shaking beef, but it is what it is. I do want to give the restaurant another chance since several of the dishes look excellent but my friend couldn't eat them (she also has a soy and shellfish allergy, sadly) - it's a bit far for us but I'm sure my husband and I will be back at some point. read more
This was an expensive meal and I regret not a single penny spent here. Parking was available across the street along the opposite, though it was a weekday evening, so not sure about weekends. The restaurant was packed at 8.30pm on the week night when we had our reservation. It's small but they have a good amount of seats including enclosed outdoor seating as well. It exudes, eclectic eatery vibes. Service was fantastic. From our server Mia to the many staff members assisting, there were no complaints. My wife dropped her napkin and in under a minute had a fresh one without us even having time to call for help. The food is absolutely amazing. The plates looked gorgeous and it's as good to eat as it looked. From the simple grilled mushrooms dish to stuffed leeks or the branzino, it was great! Definitely save room for dessert. This is a high, high quality restaurant well worth the $$$ you will spend here. read more
3 months ago
Easily one of, if not my new favorite restaurant in Dallas. We celebrated my birthday here a few weeks ago and could not have had a better experience. We were seated at the bar, where a branded 'Happy Birthday' sign waited. From there, the bartender, Gabe, gave us a full rundown of the menu and offered suggestions for us. He could not have been more helpful or knowledgeable about each dish. He truly made the night feel special and even sent out two appetizers so that we got to try the dishes that he liked. Also, when we got were finishing up our meal and ordered the chocolate cake, there was a candle in it and he took our picture with a Polaroid camera to help commemorate the occasion. A small gesture that went a long way. The first dish that we got was the Kimchi and Gruyère rice fritters, which were one of the dishes that Gabe sent out and a great start to the night. From there, we ordered the stuffed leeks and the dauphine ravioli, both of which were fantastic and the highlights of the meal. Both must-order dishes. We opted for the branzino as our entree, and Gabe sent out a side of rice which paired with the fish perfectly. The only surprising miss for our meal was the garlic noodles, just felt a bit one dimensional. The chocolate cake was fantastic and a great way to end the meal. Overall will absolutely be back; we have talked a few times about what we will order the next time we visit. read more
10 months ago
The restaurant is very hidden and looks like a hole in the wall. It is very small so we highly recommend a reservation. Parking was frustrating but the food is totally worth the visit. The servers are very knowledgeable when it comes to the menu and have wonderful recommendations for first timers. Apps. Swiss Chard Tempura has to be my absolute favorite. Very savory and perfectly crisp! The vinaigrette gives it a perfect balance. Double orders would be totally worth it! The ravioli was so beautiful and tasty! There's a nice citrus finish. Entree- Shaking beef - very good! If you like meat this is the perfect dish. Duck Breast - I'm not the biggest duck fan but I will order this again! Very good and overall a beautiful dish. Garlic noodles - say less. Just order it. Zero regret and can eat it as a meal alone. Dessert!! The cake was decadent and amazing. The hazelnut gives it the perfect saltiness. read more
Y'all. Một Hai Ba is GOOD. I had a late dinner here with my mom, brother, and a family friend last Saturday when I was visiting home. I had had it on my to try list for a while, and I was thrilled it worked out on this particular visit. So we made a reservation for 9:45 pm (after a movie) and arrived just a couple of minutes late. Looking back, I really wish I hadn't had that afternoon snack. I had panicked that I'd be starving by 10 pm and had a snack around 6. Mistake. Because every bite at Một Hai Ba was delicious and I really wish we could have ordered more. So what did we order? Their crispy Vietnamese rice cake (with bean sprouts, scallions, herbs, and shrimp) were great - a classic version of Bánh Xèo (crispy pancake, great sauce, tons of herbs...). It was messy and delicious. Next - the Swiss chard tempura (tempura-fried Swiss chard filled with pork and shrimp served over a Nước chấm vinaigrette and dill) was AMAZING. I would go back and order this dish again right now. After that - their Hokkaido scallops (grilled and then sliced scallops served over champagne grapes, diced sour apple, crumbled hazelnuts, resting in a coconut milk and Hungarian wax pepper sauce, and finished with pickled peppers and mint oil) - was another great dish. It was incredibly sour and those scallops were cooked to perfection. Next, we ordered their kimchi and foie gras dumplings (house-made kimchi and foie gras dumplings served with a warm compote of Anjou pears cooked in pear vinaigrette until caramelized and topped with thinly sliced Texas wagyu ribeye; the dish is finished tableside when they pour a sizzling hot beef tallow flavored with pho spices over the dish). I don't even know where to start with this dish. WILD. Why aren't we pouring melted pho-flavored beef tallow on everything? Why are dumplings served with pears? Because no one else could think of this dish. I bit mine in half and ended up covered in dumpling filling over a favorite top. I didn't even care. It was so good I couldn't even be mad at myself. Taking it to the dry cleaner was worth it. We also had a few sides - their garlic noodles, the vegan version of their garlic noodles, and the vegan version of their grilled mixed mushrooms. These sides were consistent with the rest of the meal - delicious. I love restaurants. I love menus. I love ordering. At Một Hai Ba, I deferred to my brother and family friend, because - after great descriptions of highlights from the menu by our waitress - I wanted every single thing on the menu and was getting too stressed out. So I let my brother hand it and he was a champ. Their staff are incredibly knowledgeable about the restaurant's menu and very helpful in assisting you with ordering and coursing out your dishes. They also had a special menu which noted which dishes could be veganized (my mom is vegan, so this was very helpful). The service overall was just great. Two of us had drinks. They have a - you guessed - great menu of drinks as well. We stuck to wine. A Montepulciano for my friend, a Grüner Veltliner for me. Great wines. (The Grüner Veltliner I ordered surprised me - I actually just visited the winery in Austria's Wachau Valley last summer and geeked out a bit after finding it on the menu!) The restaurant is cool but understated - not as trendy as so many places are now. But comfortable and cool with a great playlist on the night we ate our dinner (although - a very small complaint - the music was a little too loud when we were ordering). They have some outside seating as well (covered with clear vinyl tarps for comfort and warmth in winter). Street parking wasn't too bad either (but we were there super late). The bathrooms were tiny and could maybe use a little upgrade, but when a restaurant is this good, I really can't be bothered about something as minor as that. Overall, just a great meal. One I'd be happy to repeat. In fact, one I need to repeat since I was stupid enough to eat that snack. Rookie mistake. I'll be back for more. read more
One of the most amazing meals in Dallas. You can tell that everything is made with love and precision with a beautiful balance of flavors without anything being too overpowering. It's an intimate setting with not a lot of seats out outside and inside and their street parking only. There's about four bar seats. I love that it's smaller as it reminds me of New York City restaurants and feels more hospitable. They change the menu frequently, but if they have it on the menu when you go must order is the stuff leeks, branzino, squash blossom tempura, shaking beef, garlic noodles and the dirty rice. Almost everything on the menu is outstanding so you can't go wrong with ordering. Even our least favorite dishes would've been our absolute favorite if we're eating anywhere else. Can't wait to come back again soon - this is a must go. read more
5 months ago
There is a reason that this is considered a top Dallas spot. Pro tip: Go with 4+ guests so that you taste multiple dishes because it is hard to choose. Mandy was awesome and shared both top dishes but her personal choices. Forgot to take a picture of tempura swiss chard. Branzino was out of bounds - 5-star with the dirty rice. Mole carrots were fantastic as they were topped with pickled carrot slices. Shaking beef was also very good. read more
11 months ago
Paid about 200 bucks for the dinner. There were some bright spots but it was mostly disappointing. It's been a few months since my visit so I might misremember the names of certain items. It might be an off day for the restaurant but for the price paid I had higher expectations. I'm not sure I'll return. The garlic noodles were really really good but I'm surprised it was $11 for a small portion. I'd get it again despite that though. It was that good. 9/10 The shaking beef was pretty solid. Nothing mind blowing but it was tender and tasty 7/10. The grilled duck hearts were pretty bad. It was gamey and unpleasant and quite tough. We were debating who had to finish it as punishment. 2/10 The grilled coppa (?) was also really disappointing. The mole was nice but the pork itself was unpleasant in texture and smell. 3/10 The dessert was also below average. I forgot the name I just remember I thought it was ok. 4/10 read more
Went back to mot hai ba for the third time last night and it was better than ever! Service was absolutely incredible, our server took the time to explain all the dishes in detail. Everything came out hot and extremely fresh. The new matcha cheesecake is to die for, but of course chocolate cake can't be skipped either. The shaking beef was cooked medium rare and was bursting with flavor. Branzino was also perfectly cooked. For me the star of the show were the stuffed leeks, the blue crab and jasmine rice were so flavorful. I can't wait to come back! read more
5 months ago
This might be one of my new favorite restaurants in Dallas!! AND they've rightfully been awarded a Bib Gourmand from Michelin for the second year in a row! The restaurant has a dark and intimate vibe with few tables inside and on the patio. The service was impeccable and our server gave us great recommendations on what to order. For appetizers, we ordered the blue crab stuffed leeks and dauphiné ravioli with Gruyère and house-made ricotta. These were my two favorite bites of the night!! The warm, almost soup-like leek dish was to die for, and the ravioli was finished with a drizzle of mint balm oil which complimented the richness of the two cheeses beautifully. For my main dish, I ordered the eggplant curry which is the largest dish on the menu. This was the last dish of the night, so it worked perfectly to bring home for leftovers and reheated really well. Our server also added a side of citrus jasmine rice, which was perfect because this dish has a kick to it. Other dishes were the shaking beef which our server shared was his all time favorite dish on the menu and we paired our mains with a side of garlic noodles and house-made sriracha. From the vibe of the restaurant, to the service, and the menu variety, I can't wait to return and try their other dishes (I might have to order the leeks again). read more
3 months ago
Mot Hai Ba is an outstanding dining experience with superb service, flavorful and unique dishes, and the best atmosphere. For our first time dining at Mot Hai Ba, we sat at the bar and had a lovely evening with the bartender, Gabe. Gabe made our first dining experience unforgettable! He was so attentive and provided the best recommendations and conversation throughout the night. During our second time dining here, we sat outside. The outside patio is so quaint and lovely on a nice day. You can't go wrong with any of the dishes: - Bánh bao 4.5/5: this dish came with two bao, which was very filling! Great flavors. - Kimchi and Gruyère rice fritters 4/5: we enjoyed this appetizer but would opt for something else next time. - Shaking beef 5/5: the beef is so perfectly tender and flavorful. - Duck breast 5/5: duck served two ways! This dish was so full of fun flavors and each bite was unique and delicious. -Potato scaled halibut 5/5: Delicious flavors and textures. The smooth potatoes, soft mushrooms, crispy topping, and delicate halibut were incredible textures and made me want to savor each bite! - Stuffed leeks 4.5/5: so many great favors here! - Baby carrots in mole 5/5: woah! A must try! - Garlic noodles 5/5: another must have!! The best noodles I've had. A perfect small side dish to share and complement the many complex and fun flavors of the main entrees. -Chocolate cake 5/5!! The only repeat dish we've had because it's just so so good. A must have. We can't wait to return to Mot Hai Ba. Thank you for the fabulous food, service, and fun! read more
9 months ago
Food is so so so so good. Service was good! Took like 20 min to get drinks and 2nd round of food already came out by the time we got drinks we ordered at beginning. read more
After hearing about Mot Hai Ba for so long, we finally made it out there to try. I first want to say how amazing the service was there. Our primary server was Jules and she was very kind and very knowledgeable about the menu. Additionally, every staff member that we interacted with was extremely kind. This was by far some of the best service in Dallas. The atmosphere was quaint but enjoyable and fit in very well with the vibe of the restaurant. The food was excellent. There are some great classic menu items but also more experimental options on the menu. We started off with the swiss chard tempura and the stuffed leeks. The tempura was great but the flavor on the leeks was excellent. One theme throughout this meal was a wide variety of complex flavors. We then split the foie gras dumplings and the garlic noodles. The wagyu in the dumplings were very nice and the garlic noodles were excellent (would definitely order again). We finished off with their chocolate cake. This was the only item that I thought was slightly overhyped. All of the staff kept mentioning how this is their star item but we felt that it was just a little dry. Overall, our experience was fantastic and this is a restaurant that deserves all of the praise it is getting. I fully plan on coming back here in the future and recommending it to friends. read more
6 months ago
Mot Hai Ba is a gem in Dallas. This small, unassuming eatery absolutely delivers big on flavor and experience. The duck is phenomenal--perfectly cooked, rich, and deeply satisfying. And the garlic noodles? Easily some of the best I've had anywhere: savory, aromatic, and impossible to stop eating. What really stands out is how this place captures the spirit and flavors of Asian-rim cuisine in a way you rarely find in an inland U.S. city. Every dish feels thoughtful and dialed-in. You can taste the care. If you know, you know--this spot is special. Cozy, delicious, and worth going out of your way for. Possibly one of the best takes on Asian-rim dining you'll find in the U.S., period. read more
Outstanding Asian food tucked in East Dallas. We'd last been to Mot Hai Ba several years ago. We had a great meal then and just always forget to come back! But no more! The food is always tasty and the ambiance reminds me of dining in nyc. I love the smaller footprint and the service is always outstanding. We got a couple of drinks to start and the ravioli. It was delicious and not overly cheesy. I particularly loved the crispy stuff on top! I then got the branzino and my partner got the other fish dish (forgot what it was). We passed on dessert because we were too full but it was a great dinner overall! read more
I can't believe we've lived in Dallas for as long as we have and are just now discovering Mot Hai Ba. The restaurant is tucked into a neighborhood, and is easily missed if you're not on the look-out. The interior is small and cozy but the outdoor patio nicely extends the space. We came for a celebration dinner. When making the reservations, I mentioned we were celebrating a birthday. The hostess greeted our party with a happy birthday wish and there was a birthday card at our table. They even brought over a complementary birthday drink. It made our honored guest feel so celebrated! The food was delicious. We followed other Yelpers' recommendations and ordered the garlic noodles, which were well worth it (and very garlicky). We also had the oysters (so worth it!!) and the crab stuffed leeks - a true highlight! I had the striped bass with eggplant. The flavor of the eggplant was a bit bitter for me, but the fish was cooked perfectly. Throughout the night, our servers were delightful. We will definitely return! read more
3/5 is harsh- more like 3.5/5, but I have reasons. The service was GREAT, very informative, the space is small and cozy. We ordered a few things including viet rice cakes, duck breast and garlic noodles. The rice cakes were nice, the Nuoc cham really makes them. The duck let me down so much. The fat wasn't rendered at all so it was so chewy and some pieces my partner spit out which really soiled the meal for us. The garlic noodles were very basic, I guess a good "accompaniment" as they call it but don't expect them to change your life. Again the Nuoc cham with the garlic noodles made it stellar. Overall this place is nice but I wouldn't run back read more
4 months ago
5 out of 5. Food was delicious and Mia was great! Definitely worth a go because I want to go back and try more. You may think portions are small but we had the rice, bok choy, and garlic noodles and it is definitely filling with everything. read more
Mot Hai Ba is my favorite restaurant in Dallas by far. You literally can't go wrong with any of the menu options. The servers are all so friendly and lovely to talk to. Drinks are awesome. Cozy atmosphere. Just love it!!! My go tos - rice cake with shrimp, garlic noodles, coppa, wagyu foie Gras dumplings, pear ricotta salad, and chocolate cake. read more
4 months ago
5 months ago
Best restaurant in Dallas. Be aware it's a very small spot with no parking to offer, seated right next to an auto shop. I passed it twice when looking for it. It exudes personality from the ambience to the food itself. Everything was packed with flavor and delectable. Not a single thing was a disappointment, our special Valentine's cocktail was great. The server was very thorough in explaining the menu, extremely professional gentleman. The only place I think is worth ALL the hype! read more
Started off with the tuna stracciatella, and it was super tasty and a good way to kick things off. The oysters? Absolutely phenomenal. Fried octopus was just fine (nothing crazy, but not bad). The branzino though... chef's kiss and definitely the standout of the night. Wagyu short ribs with calamari were so good, but honestly the branzino is still the winner. Also, shoutout to the lemongrass bolognese, super flavorful and memorable. Service was on point, and the vibes were really good. Would 100% come back to Mot Hai Ba! read more
I understand why this place is on the Michelin guide! Food here is Vietnamese fusion, so I don't expect much traditional flavors here. We had a variety of food! The banh xeo or Vietnamese crepes were a highlight. The crepe is super crispy and designed to be eaten with the lettuce as a wrap. We had the flavorful garlic noodles together with the light Halibut which was nice and bouncy. The noodles also paired very well with the wagyu and greens. I think my least favorite was probably dessert. The coconut lemongrass took some getting used to, but does get better after each bite. Service was quick and efficient. We sat outside with a heat lamp so it was still cozy even with the cold air outside. Parking is along the street in the neighborhood adjacent to the restaurant! read more
We ordered a dozen items but I did a deplorable job of taking photos because we were too busy eating. The server talked us into ordering the side of garlic noodles which I never would have done unprompted and they were just stand-alone succulent. Table favorite were the stuffed leeks. Cocktails were all tasty and creative. Small tables in a small space and a small bar; definitely get reservations. read more
Went here with a group of friends. I love the casual yet clean ambience the place provided. I like that there's an outdoor patio section to eat too. Waiter seemed to know the menu pretty well. We ordered probably 10-11 dishes from the food menu? Everything was pretty good, my favorites were the grilled duck hearts, Wagyu beef short rib, stuffed leeks. Food came out timely, didn't feel like we waited long. We did not try their dessert menu.. but the drinks we ordered were pretty good although I'm less opinionated with alcohol. Nothing I didn't like from their food! Giving this four stars mainly because I feel the menu could use a LOT more Vietnamese flavors and dishes given the place is called Mot Hai Ba.. I understand there is a history of French and Vietnamese fusion culture, but it's disappointing to see a lot of the typical Asian flavor/foods you see in their menu are actually more of other countries in the SE Asian region. read more
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