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

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

Doi Moi - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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

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Doi Moi has instantly become one of my faves. The service is amazing and the food is bomb. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It feels like I've left DC and walked into a vacation every time I walk in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The happy hour is really good as well (at the bar only). Dinner is full of so many flavorful options. The food is brought out as it's prepared and most dishes come ready to share. They do tofu really well here. The only thing I would not recommend are the chicken wings. read more

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

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

Doi Moi - Pho Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I randomly came here for dinner after a great Sunday funday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space was large and had several different vibes inside and out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Steven provided several great suggestions and I was unexpectedly surprised by how amazing the food was. I love drunken noodles and this was the best I've had in DC. The potato dumplings with the aioli was also a delicious introduction to Doi Moi. I definitely will be back. read more

Doi Moi - Drunken Noodles with Shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I haven't had a meal this good in a while. The food comes out fast and servers are helpful, direct, and professional. We ordered the brussel sprouts first--I was expecting them to be dry. They were not! Succulent sauce with crispy onion toppings. It was gone. Next we had the fried tofu. A delicious accompaniment not as tasty as the Brussels but overall good seasoning. I did not get a picture of the drunken noodles because we devoured them so quickly. It wasn't too saucy and there was a good amount of vegetables. The spice/heat was light. Finally, we did two orders of the whole fried fish with sticky rice. I can't say how much I enjoyed this. Had the perfect crisp on the outside and the meat was still tender. The spice blend was on point and the sauce took it to another level. My mouth is still watering thinking about it. The gin cocktail I had was a bit sweet for my taste, but otherwise my friends enjoyed their wine selections. We didn't have a reservation but they were able to accommodate us on the high tables. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The seats are a little uncomfortable for me so next time I would def try to reserve a table.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I liked the decor, it was festive and bright.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Doi Moi is great for parties of all size.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The dinner is fine and has a large number of options. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The real party is downstairs in their speakeasy. They usually have a live DJ and it is always a party.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Huge fan of popping in during the weekend.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Doi Moi - Drunken Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Talk about an amazing HH! All of the drinks were half off the whole so I definitely had to try a lychee martini and their version of an espresso martini. This spot is also not one of the places where you need to limit yourself to drinks only for HH- had a bunch of tasty snacks to round out the experience. The tower was a very fun stack of various foods (in the pic). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice service, easy to get to location, and good vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Doi Moi - HH Tower - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Stopped in for lunch and was seated right away. Our server gave us a few recommendations and then some time to discuss. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is calming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the Kimoto dragon cocktail, and my husband got a mango daiquiri. For food, we got the flash fried beef jerky and the crispy brussels sprouts along with the drunken noodles. We added pork belly to the noodles. I was a little underwhelmed with the cherry coconut foam on my drink. My husband's daiquiri tasted good and it was a great deal at $10. The flash fried beef jerky was amazing. Tender and flavorful. I will comeback for this dish alone. The crispy brussels sprouts were a little soggy. The drunken noodles were a tad oily, but delicious nonetheless. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and will come back again to try more dishes soon. read more

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I love Doi Moi. I've only been a handful of times, but on my most recent visit--chosen from a list of restaurants I gave to a close friend visiting from Florida--I finally got to sample a wide range of menu items. And wow... delicious. Doi Moi is a trendy, vibrant bar and restaurant located in the U Street Corridor, just off 14th & U. The main floor offers varied seating, an open kitchen (which I love), and a lively bar. Downstairs feels almost like a speakeasy--dim lighting, bold colors, and cozy nooks with beaded curtains that add a little mystery and privacy. Honestly, it's a whole vibe. We went on Monday night and were likely among the last guests seated--and the last to leave--but we ate very well. We started with drinks, the Kimoto Dragon, which wasn't our favorite. It leaned overly bitter, and the ginger and honey notes didn't really come through. I'm convinced the bartender didn't make it correctly, but what do I know? Everything else, though, was exceptional. Our second round of drinks were daiquiris. I had the banana flavor and enjoyed it. We ordered the wings and the Tháp Mǎu (sample tower), which included chicken dumplings, beef jerky (sensational), pork and shrimp spring rolls, and pork belly bao buns. Each dish came with its own dipping sauce, all of which were thoughtfully paired--adding depth, cutting through the richness, and elevating every bite. We also ordered the Sài Gòn Fried Rice, made with jasmine rice, sausage, shrimp, mushrooms soy sauce, and scallions. The portion was generous, but that didn't stop us from scraping the bowl clean--absolutely superb. And did I mention the wings? So good we ordered them twice! Super crispy, flavorful, and piping hot! The sauces and pickled vegetables complement them perfectly. Doi Moi has yet to disappoint me--perfect for an impromptu lunch, date night, or group meal. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted warmly and seated promptly if space allows. The food comes out hot and quickly, and the concept of family-style dining with shareable small plates really shines and it's appreciated. Since dishes come out as they're ready, I recommend ordering a variety and enjoying the spread--just like we did. read more

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IMHO, this place has overpriced food that is not authentic Vietnamese. Came here for lunch on our visit to DC to see the cherry blossoms. We ordered the shaken beef which was chewy and fatty at the same time, and supposedly it's filet mignon and it was a price gauging $28!!! It was the worst beef I had tasted in a long time. Also got the Saigon fried rice which was ok. The servers brought the wrong food to our table 3 times, not sure what happened there. The spring rolls were pathetic, chewy rice paper with wilted veggies. I knew it wasn't authentic when the menu was in English, shoulda trust my instinct and go somewhere else. Poor quality food, ridonkilous prices. Don't waste your money here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Decor was cute and staff was friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Doi Moi - Inside - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I think my expectations may have been just a tad high, but the food overall was very good. The service was also impeccable - shout-out to all the staff members here! Banh mi was good but it felt very Americanized. It was also slightly on the higher end at $17. The duck curry was good except there was actually very little curry. The curry felt more like a dressing for the duck. read more

Doi Moi - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Doi Moi was pretty underwhelming, to be honest. And overpriced too, but that's fairly standard for DC. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I went with a small party on a Saturday night, and the restaurant was pretty busy and quite warm inside. I was sweating pretty soon after being seated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The servers were all nice and offered some recommendations for our drinks and entrees though. The drinks were fine, and I think the cocktails were more reasonably priced than the food. The food was sub-par at best. I ordered the Sai Gon fried rice, and it tasted like home cooking - but not in a "wow this is so authentic" way, more so in a "my child helped me prep this dish" way. There were pieces of onion skin, super stringy onion pieces, and giant chunks of only partially chopped up onion throughout my dish. If I'm paying $23 for an entree, I really would expect it to be more refined. My partner also tried the stir fried noodles and that dish was pretty bland overall. I will also note that a friend of ours has a garlic allergy and when asked what options on the menu could be made without garlic, the waiter relayed that she could only have dessert or a plain salad with lime juice as the dressing. I find it hard to believe the French fries couldn't be made without garlic? They also have summer rolls and sides of vegetables on the menu that likely can be made without garlic too. I know a lot of the menu is made of marinated meat, and cross contamination could have been an issue, so we didn't argue. But it did feel pretty dismissive and unhelpful. read more

Food was great! Drinks were great! Service was great! Ambiance was great! We got the sampler tower and every dish was amazing. The fried rice (ordered separate) was definitely my favorite. I started it with the Lychee daiquiri and then followed with vodka soda. The daiquiri tasted just like juice. Our servers name was Trevor and he was very informative, personable, and attentive! I definitely recommend coming here! read more

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I came here with two friends spontaneously on a Saturday night. The vibes are super cool and welcoming! I had the butterfly effect cocktail and as a lover of gin, I easily could've had two. For dinner I had the chicken dumplings since I wasn't incredibly hungry. These were deliciously steamed and had a spicy peanut sauce that tied it together. I'm definitely coming back to try more of the menu! read more

Doi Moi - Butterfly Effect - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I really wanted to like this place because of all of the good reviews and everytime I've been to DC/NoVa, I'm blown away by the vietnamese food. I think I came in with different expectations because I was expecting traditional authentic vietnamese flavors. And this is more of a westernized fusion take on vietnamese food which isn't a bad thing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clearly there were a lot of people there enjoying their food so I'm not here to yuck anyone's yum.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The shaken beef and tofu banh mi were fine and objectively speaking they're tasty on its own but knowing how it could taste like, was what made me dock a star. read more

Doi Moi - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Still a fan. Did a take-out recently during the big freeze; the food tasted the same as if I had dined at the restaurant. To me, consistency is a great indicator of quality control. The Mekong-style fried whole fish platter remains stellar; Saigon fried rice still rocks big time; and pork & shrimp spring rolls are unique, crispy and satisfying. Thumbs up...again. read more

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My son recommended trying Doi Moi for Sunday brunch and I'm glad we did. $37 for most of the shareable dishes on the menu and a limited selection of "Sai Gon sips" for $5/drink. The bottomless drink option adds $27 which seemed steep for us. We each opted for just one of the $5 cocktails each. The apricot spritz was light and refreshing. The food is excellent and comes out quickly. Favorites included the crepes Suzette, spring rolls, chicken skewers and the crispy potato dumpling. Even though the dishes are small, you will get full. There are several dishes I didn't get around to trying, so I guess I'll have to come back!! The interior provided a lively ambiance - the noise level rose as the restaurant filled. Had it been warmer we would've chosen the charming street-side seating. Service was friendly and quick. read more

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Came here for an event hosted by my friend DJ Money. I was not familiar with the venue previously. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is very intimate and nice for dinner or happy hour for sure.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was and R and B party. The food menu was extensive so it was hard to make a choice. But I got the Brussel sprouts and chicken dumplings. The dumplings had a flavorful kick to it, they were seasoned and steamed to perfection. The Brussel sprouts were also perfect with crispy onion bits and chili pepper flakes. I will definitely go back to try more food and bring friends for a night out. read more

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Best restaurant ever! Elle was such an amazing server and all the food was amazing. Awesome drinks too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service and ambiance are always great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We had Doi Moi delivered right to our table at Aslin Beer Company, and it elevated our aslin experience. The assortment of food was impressive -- vibrant, flavorful, and clearly made with fresh ingredients. Even in takeout form, the quality and presentation held up beautifully. We got an assortment of egg rolls and noodles. Portion sizes were generous enough to share, which worked perfectly for our group setting. The only thing keeping it from a perfect score is just the quality of Asian food. All in all, Doi Moi brought bold flavors and variety that made our night at Aslin even better. I also have been to their dine-in restaurant and enjoyed what I had :) read more

Doi Moi - Noodles and egg rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Such a great spot for lunch. We went on two different occasions and it doesn't disappoint. The ratatouille curry is by far the best thing we've had on the menu. As someone who doesn't love curry, I ordered this for myself our second time coming because it was that good when I tried it the first time. It's not your typical curry. The service is always very pleasant and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambience is a great spot on 14th st.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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First time eating here after it was recommended by a family member. Took a larger party-- and one of the people in the group had a food allergy to sesame-- the chef/staff were very accommodating and made sure it was clear which dishes contained sesame! Service was prompt and food came out quickly. I think it's best served family style so you can try a little bit of everything. Summer rolls were okay. Spring rolls were a little too shrimp forward for me. Lemon Grass Chicken-- super tender and left a residual spicy feeling on my tongue! The rice was noted to be both sweet and salty which people enjoyed and the drinks were great! LoMein & Drunken noodles were great! Everyone's favorite dish was the shaking beef! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We then inquired about a speakeasy and were taken down the stairs (under a pink lightbulb) and found a super popular speakeasy with good vibes & r&b music which i loved![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would highly recommend! Dinner for 7 people was around $300 (alcohol & tip included!) -- felt appropriate for the amount of food we received! everyone left stuffed! read more

Went here around 9:30 on a Saturday and sat at the bar. Was hungry and was told the kitchen would be closing at 10? Ordered the pork belly and shrimp summer rolls. I don't know if I tasted the pork in them, but they were super fresh and tasty. I got the banh mi, which was fine, but the 5 seasoning French fries stole the show! Perfect blend of spice and a little cinnamon I believe I detected. The lychee house martini was amazing! And the bar tender was super attentive and friendly! Would highly recommend read more

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Came here with some friends for night life on a Friday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe of the place is definitely a bit more upscale/fancier than the other places in the 14th Street area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's also dim lit (at least when we went) and feels more like a place for drinks and catching up with friends as opposed to dancing around.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have curtains by some of the tables which helps make your gathering a bit more intimate (possible date night?).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As for drinks, I had the Kimoto Dragon which was good as a drink itself, but I was not a fan of the Coconut Cherry foam it had on top. I think I'd get it next time without it... The bartenders I interacted with were very fun and friendly, so not complaints there. Parking wise, I'd say it's a bit difficult because it's 14th street. read more

What a surprise gem! I stumbled upon Doi Moi while looking for a late-night spot after an event--and I'm so glad I did. Vietnamese food is my comfort food, but this was Vietnamese cuisine on a whole new level. Doi Moi delivers an elevated, modern take on traditional Vietnamese dishes. It strikes that perfect balance between authentic and innovative--every plate feels carefully thought out, with bold flavors and beautiful presentation. The whole experience has a fine dining feel without the fine dining price tag, which is a rare find. We found easy street parking right outside, and from the moment we walked in, the service was friendly and attentive. The space is sleek, clean, and stylish--perfect for a casual date night or dinner with friends. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious, but the Vietnamese iced coffee ice cream is what dreams are made of. I'm still thinking about it--and I will 100% be back. read more

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I must say that the food is always good although it was better. The last few times I came as a vegan. This time I tried to add the chicken and I asked the server what type of chicken is a lemongrass chicken that's added to the dish. It was told it was chicken breast. When it came on my plate, it was a chicken thigh, chopped up which anyone who knows me knows I loath chicken thighs and I could tell right away as a chef looking at the Meat spot on. The server was very nice, however. I've always come during the day for lunch and had great experiences. This time for dinner towards the end, it was a slightly dip experience. Our dishes were not exactly of the same quality as it is earlier. Maybe they were retired but for this past experience, I would just say it passed the point to where we ate and were satisfied but not wowed read more

Doi Moi - Basil Fried Rice with Grilled Lemongrass Chicken added - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Came here with friends for a catch up dinner and it was great! We made a reservation for our group of 4 and worked out perfectly. We each have different dietary preferences and we were happy to be able to share and nibble on different things. We also got their $8 daiquiris to cheers to - which were delicious! As for food we got the meat sampler which came with dumplings, spring rolls, beef jerky, and bao buns! We also ordered the drunken noodles, which were also delicious and recommend! We also had the sticky rice, which was a hit with our group. All in all we left very happy. The service was great, food and drinks came into surprisingly fast and our server was sweet in walking us through our menu questions. read more

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My boyfriend and I came here on the very first day they offered bottomless brunch and oh my goodness we were delightfully surprised! We had the absolute best time - almost all of their dishes were amazing and I wish we had the stomach capacity to eat everything because there were other items that we didn't get a chance to try. Some of our favorites were the shrimp toast, the pink panther mocktail, the bread basket with its honey butter, lemongrass chicken noodles, and the pork belly crepes. I also loved the mango and blue sticky rice (it's the butterfly pea flower sauce that gives it the lovely blue color). One item I wasn't a fan of was the brioche ham & cheese - the ham wasn't that good and it was sweet / a weird mix of flavors in our opinion. Service was amazing / our server was delightful and hilarious! Doi Moi's ambiance is also really nice. If you have a dog, they allow dogs outside. This meal was so good that we're going back for a joint bottomless brunch where we're meeting each others' parents this weekend and I'm so excited to share the meal with them. read more

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Doi Moi had been on my mental must-visit list for a whiiiiile, so when a friend suggested we meet here for dinner, I was excited. The spoiler alert is this: I had a good experience overall (thanks to the service and ambiance), but find it unlikely that I'll opt to go back anytime soon (the food was not impressive at all, and in some cases kinda bad actually). I came here with two friends and we were seated out on the back patio on a beautiful weather day, so the vibes were pretty immaculate. It was positively buzzing but not too loud to hear each other, and our little corner seat was perfect. Our server, Allison H., was fantastic too! High marks on that front. As for what we ordered: - Vietnamese coffee: the serving was pretty small, but I have to say it was tasty and comforting and we all liked it, would totally get it again - Appetizers: we got a bunch and shared them; the spiced tofu was just okay, but the okra and brussels sprouts were pretty good - Drunken noodles: we filled up on apps so only got one entree, but my god was it disappointing -- $30 and barely any flavor, whaaaat (?!) - Desserts: we got the coconut beignets and the mango sticky rice, and I was disappointed with both (especially the mango sticky rice) So definitely a mix of good and bad. Nice spot for a girls' night, but the food did not feel up to par, especially given the hefty price tags. I'd consider stopping by for some more of that coffee if I happened to be in the area, but otherwise it'll be a pass for me. read more

This was such a memorable meal that I wanted to come back the next day. But being on vacation in DC, we tried another restaurant. Wrong choice! This restaurant is that original and good. The cuisine is Vietnamese street food, which was influenced by French cuisine. Fresh vegetables and herbs plus some heat (spicy) create uniquely tasting offerings. And I've eaten quite a bit of Vietnamese food, but not the street food version. We didn't go downstairs to the "speakeasy" section, so we were upstairs in a pleasant setting. The waiter was very helpful, explaining options and providing recommendations. Food is served right after it's cooked, so everything is fresh and flavorful but will come in whatever order it's cooked The Drunken Noodles, a signature dish, are rice noodles mixed with various vegetables seasoned with basil, fresh ginger, chili paste and soy. It has balanced flavors with a kick. The Crispy Brussel Sprouts is flavored with vegetarian nurc cham, which contains lime, sugar, garlic, chili but is missing the usual fish sauce base. Added was crispy shallots. It was vibrant and spicy. The two dishes are outstanding: * The Crispy Spicy Tofu, which has the same ingredients as the Crispy Brussel Sprouts, subbing out tofu for brussel sprouts but was even better. * The most interesting dish and the best was the Scallop Carpaccio. Very thinly sliced scallops were served with chives, cilantro, lemongrass, cucumber and yes, nuoc cham dressing. Even the drinks had an original read more

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I'm literally writing this review as I'm sitting at the restaurant. I was genuinely so excited to try a Vietnamese bottomless brunch place! We ordered a total of 12 dishes, only two of those dishes were good. That's crazy! I swear I am not trying to be picky, the food sincerely wasn't good. I tried to even gaslight myself into liking some of the dishes. To keep it short - the braised pork banh mi and the flash fried beef jerky are solid! Only dishes that had any reminisce of viet cuisine. To keep it long - * The nuoc mam served with these dishes were straight nuoc and no mam. * They tried to be innovated but the flavors just didn't complement each other. For example, the braised pork crepes did not taste good at all. The crepe was sweet and it stood out so much against the pork. Whatever sauce they had on it tasted sour. In reverse, the dessert crepe tasted eggy and savory so it did not mesh with the citrus flavors. * The egg roll skin was good, but the filling was unseasoned. * The papaya salad did not have any dressing at all. * The chicken skewers had good flavor but the meat itself had a weird texture. It broke apart too easy, nothing like you would expect the chicken texture to be. I don't think their brunch is worth the $100 we spent. I was severely disappointed. read more

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Celiacs beware if you also saw this place on tiktok advertised as gluten free. While Doi Moi does have many items labeled as gluten free, most of them are fried in a shared fryer and are cross contaminated. Which was a shame because I really wanted to try the chicken wings based on the video I saw. The cocktail I had was lovely, and the staff helped me pick the lemongrass chicken as an alternative option, which was very delicious! My partner got the pho, which the staff also indicated was gluten free, as long as you did not add the hoisin sauce, despite not being listed on the menu as a gluten free option. read more

Doi Moi has been on my list of restaurants to try for a while. I came here with one of my friends, and we split one of the towers, which was a good amount of food for us. We got the pork dumplings, pork bao, crispy brussel sprouts, and spring rolls. We also gotten an additional crispy tofu since we were a little bit hungry afterwards. All the food was delicious and came out relatively quickly, and it's kind of the perfect set up if you wanna try a bunch of different flavors. Our favorites were the brussels sprouts and the tofu! The dumplings weren't anything to write home about, but they were nonetheless delicious. The fish sauce dip that comes with the spring rolls is also excellent. They have a lovely patio outside that is perfect for warmer weather, though it is on the street, so a little bit on the noisier side but it didn't bother us. Highly recommend this spot! read more

From the ambiance to the service to the food, I hereby award five bright red Yelpy stars! RUN to make a reservation here. Friends, date night, big groups, all will love the delicious food, swift service, warm ambiance, and fantastic location. Street parking only. We found plenty of spots on S Street NW. Always look for spots on the lettered streets; the numbered streets have far too few spots and always snatched up. Dined here tonight (Thursday) with a friend around 6 PM; didn't need a reservation; seated right away in the upstairs dining room. Recommendations: **Ratatouille Curry** Gluten-free, vegan, and goodness galore: in a deep bowl and complemented with white rice, the dish is super fresh, served hot with slight heat, and boasts great textures with the crunch of the onions and the soft pillowy tofu and the uneven texture of eggplant. I didn't taste whole peanuts, but I saw peanuts in the description of this item. SO SO GOOD! **Crispy Spiced Tofu** Man, the tofu was on point. Perfectly crispy, adequately spiced, and a big portion and easily shareable. I could have eaten three servings because... gluttony! Friendly server, prompt service, great vibe, and awesome all around. Definitely recommended! read more

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What a lovely establishment filled with delicious cuisine and spirits! We were visiting the DC area and everyone we spoke to highly recommended Doi Moi as a "Must Visit" place to grab a bite to eat with local flare! [[HIGHLIGHT]]When we arrived, we immediately got the impression that 14th street was a happening place! Young and vibrant locals were strolling the streets with shopping bags and plenty of dogs getting their daily walk![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was in full motion when we entered and were greeted with a smile as well as the delicious scents of the Vietnamese cuisine being created in their very visible kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Every staff member from waiter to cook was wearing a bright colored doi moi t shirt. It was very festive and felt very united! You can feel the family vibe here![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server Trey was very sprite, positive and energetic. We had a party of 10 with us and we wanted to try everything! Trey was very attentive and efficient in getting our order quickly and proficiently. Every single dish that was brought over looked great and the whole staff at Doi Moi really made sure they covered each table. We never felt we were ignored. From refilling our water to bussing away an empty finished plate, the overall experience here was special. We really tried all the dishes they had! Everything was delicious especially when the main ingredient in their food was love! After our stomachs were full and we were ready to leave, I felt so connected with the place that I asked Trey if they had t shirts for sale. Sure enough, Trey returned shortly with a tee in aqua mint for me to rep back in Los Angeles! We finished our lovely experience with a nice stroll on 14th street to walk off all the food! Definitely come here with a big group so you can try everything! We'll certainly be back! See you here! read more

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I recently took my brother out for his birthday for dinner. I gave him about 15 different restaurants to choose from and he chose Doi Moi. I've been here many of times and it is typically the location I highly recommend guest visiting DC. The waiter was great. My favorite item on the menu is the Sai Gon fried rice. My brother and I substituted the sausage for steak which was one of the best decisions we made all night. The vibes downstairs were great (dim lighting good music). I look forward to going back. read more

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Amazing! My friend and I stopped by for drinks and dessert after dinner. We chose to sit outside in the covered street-porch area which was really nice. The other parts of the restaurant seemed hip/cool too. We ordered the mango sticky rice--delicious! I will say, the mangoes were fairly unripe, but the dish was still good. I also ordered the pandan pina colada which was fantastic. So refreshing with great flavor. I highly recommend. The service was good too. I really want to go back and order a real meal/check out the speakeasy. I recommend! read more

Doi Moi - Pandan Pina Colada - Vietnamese Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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