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    Moi Moi

    3.9 (91 reviews)

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    Classy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Jennifer W.

    Moi Moi is a great restaurant. If you love West African, Caribbean, and American food, this place is for you. I went this summer and made it in again. I hosted a large group brunch a week ago. I coordinated it with the manager a week prior to the event. The manager wasn't there, but When we arrived, our table was plated and the reception was very warm. For my drink I had a Mandingo ! It was strong. For brunch, I ordered the coconut French toast which was delicious!!!! I highly recommend. The servers and the Sunday manager were excellent and as our group grew, they made amazing accommodations. I met one of the beautiful bartenders who is from Boston (which I am ) so it made the experience even more homey ! I also tried the suyA which was delicious and the jerk chicken. During the dining experience, the chef came out and I was able to introduce myself and tell him how good his food is !! Everything was seasoned perfectly. This family run restaurant is a different place for date night, mixers, corporate meetings or girl nights.

    Braised Oxtail
    Elizabeth M.

    We were the only patrons on a Sunday evening around 6pm. The restaurant didn't have much decorations and the bathroom had an unfinished/broken cabinet under the sink. We both got the braised oxtail entree which was $45. Although it was delicious and filling, we didn't feel like the dining experience justified the price. They had an extensive mocktail menu but we were not offered a wine/cocktails menu.

    Berbere lamb chops, mac & cheese, brussels
    Dania J.

    I came to Moi Moi last night for dinner. They also featured the Futureband for a 2 hour set. They were amazing btw! It was great for a date night! This wasn't my first time at Moi Moi, but my first review. I have appreciation for this restaurant as not only is it black owned, but also family run. I had the Berbere Spiced Lamb Chops that comes with brussel sprouts and mac & cheese. This was one of my previous favorites. The lamb was cooked just right and quite flavorful. The sides hit the right spot as well! I will say, the service was lacking for me this time around. We had gone a long period of time without our server checking in on us and we weren't offered dessert either, but I'm going to give the benefit of the doubt and say it was probably due to the live music event.

    Crispy Fried Whole Alabama Porgy (Fish)
    Kiara N.

    Nice, but I wasn't impressed. First of all, I made a reservation through OpenTable and some hours before we were due to arrive, I received an email stating my reservation for outside seating was cancelled by the restaurant. Now, that very well could've been a system glitch, but regardless of what the deal was, it was red flag #1 for me. I called just to make sure the restaurant wasn't closed or anything and I was ensured they still had me down. Second, as we walked up to the restaurant, I personally didn't even see how it would've been possible to comfortably enjoy a meal outside. The outside area was more so setup for lounge vibes, which could be used for restaurant vibes as well, but I wasn't sitting out there. We were seated inside and then told that the only drinks being served were fountain drinks and mocktails...they were "supposed" to receive their liquor license "that day" according to the hostess, but that clearly wasn't the case. That was SUPER confusing to me. I mean I know stuff happens, but why don't y'all have y'all's liquor license? What happened? Further more, the fountain drinks were severely overpriced... $7 for a coke??? As for the food, it was sort of suspect how quickly it came out. Food wasn't hot to my liking, but I proceeded to eat it. After a few bites, I discovered some of the lamb pieces to be a little cold. Additionally, my sister, who ordered the chicken dish, didn't believe her chicken was cooked all the way since there was a little blood. The service and the music were the best parts! Our server was great and I really enjoyed the music. Glad I can say I tried it, but I definitely won't be back.

    Ashley E.

    Moi Moi is a well decorated restaurant with a chill and welcoming vibe. A friend and I went on a Thursday evening with a 6:30pm reservation. Parking sucks, so prepare to walk. I walked from my hotel, so I didn't have to deal with that. I ordered the catfish fingers, the fried artichoke, and the fish with jollof. My favorite was the catfish fingers and the invigorating arugula salad it was served with. The fish and salad went so well together. The artichoke was also really good and perfectly fried. I thoroughly enjoyed (and finished) them both. The fish with jollof was good but not great. Overall, the dish was packed with flavor and was perfect in complexity of flavors. I only had a few issues with this dish, but none of those issues stopped me from enjoying it. First, I wish it had a non-starchy carb component, like maybe some sautéed greens or something. Although it had root vegetables, the dish was very heavy on the starches. Second, the fish was soaked in sauce, so you couldn't see that it had bones in it. I think I may have eaten a small bone or two when I first started eating it. This is a possible choking hazard--so they should tell folks. Third, the jollof rice wasn't my favorite. It was definitely not bad--just a little dry and wasn't near some of the top quality jollof rice I've had. My friend had the pasta dish and she said it was really good. Her only complaint was that there weren't enough noodles in the dish. So once she ate all of the noodles, there was a lot of sauce left. All in all, I would certainly return. I have to get the catfish and artichoke again. I think I would try the whole fried fish next time. Plus, the waitress, Kayla, was super accommodating and respectful of my dietary restrictions. I appreciate that!

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    TaNeisha J.

    Brand new West African cuisine restaurant on the coveted K Street. Ambiance - sophisticated sleek with a live DJ rocking Afrobeats as you enjoy great conversation and food. Downside: they desperately need a hostess stand. When you enter, you're sort of waiting for someone to notice that you need to be greeted and seated. Not sure whose job it was to think about that very big detail, but the mark was missed. Food - yes, yes and yes! Chef did his thang! I tried a few things, but wasn't able to snap a pic of everything. Spice permeated through everything, and it was done so well. I would recommend their crab cakes (one of the best hands down), and their Porgy with Ghanaian yam...the yams though!? And the spice!? Epic. Please support this newly opened black-owned restaurant. You'll definitely have a great time. Visit on a Friday to enjoy Afro-Caribbean vibes while you indulge in the delicious food.

    Thieboudienne (Jollof Rice) with no meat (vegetarian)
    Stedmond P.

    Moi Moi was amazing! The service was top tier and the food was undeniably good. I will be back.

    Berbere Spiced Grilled Lamb Chops
    Maya B.

    Really enjoyed this place. Went for black restaurant week so I got a 3 course meal. Jerk chicken for the appetizer, lamb chops with Brussel sprouts and macaroni and cheese and bread pudding for dessert. I ordered the lamb chops medium but they came back well done. They were still delicious nonetheless. I will definitely return in the future

    Jollof Rice
    John M.

    The ambiance and the decor are very inviting. The staff is very inviting and supportive. They welcome you in and they treat you like family. The menu is extensive with traditional African flair with a American mix. I recommend the lamb and the Jollof rice, both are outstay and the lamb is cooked to order and is very moist and well seasoned. The max and cheese is another very delicious item on the menu, it is very creamy and good. They sometimes have live bands. They also are great for large gatherings. They have a full bar that offers some great selections and Moi Moi special drinks and then after hours they offer hookah and music, it is a spot I recommend and will be visiting again soon.

    Desiree F.

    While in DC the girls and I got together and went to this restaurant. When we arrived they said there was no indoor seating available in this very nice restaurant. Which by the way didn't seem to be the truth at all but we sat outside anyway. We were served by a very nice young man. I was starving so I ordered the chicken yassa. When it came out it looked delicious. I dug in and didn't particularly care for the taste. It tasted like a lot of mustard in the seasoning. I was hungry so I ate it anyway. I tried a couple of the girls dishes and the fish was good. The bill included a 20% gratuity. All in all I had an ok experience.

    Latia J.

    This restaurant has traditional African cuisine that meets Southern Soul food. I highly recommend this restaurant it's a total experience and "Chef" is amazing along with his staff. Beautiful ambience!

    Mac N Cheese
    Brooklyn C.

    Moi Moi was definitely a vibe! I was there from 5-9:30pm. I didn't know that they had a live band come in the evening so that made the night even better. The menu is limited on Sundays to brunch and a few items from the dinner menu. I had the lamb chops, Mac n cheese with Brussel sprouts and a side of jollof rice. The dish was good but It wasn't amazing. However, the service, the atmosphere and the hookah made up for that. I will return on another night to try the actual dinner menu but as for Sunday evenings, as long as Top 5(the band) performs, I will be there!

    Arugula Salad
    Mark O.

    I got a chance to go to Moi Moi with my old roommate from college. We good time. I was very critical about their cuisine because I am West African myself. The jerk chicken was the best part of the meal. I was pretty upset of the quality of Jellof fries they served. Although it was good it was nothing like what I am accustomed to and grew up eating. The arugula salad was pretty refreshing. I was a big fan of the drink they had on the menu. The drinks were pretty strong which set off a good tone for the rest of the evening. I personally believe some of the food is overpriced but I enjoyed the meal.

    Moi Moi. Salad perfectly dressed. Fish cakes delightful.

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    Ask the Community - Moi Moi

    Where shall we park?

    Street parking

    Do they serve halal meat?

    Yes, few of the dishes are halal

    Do you have a patio or outdoor seating?

    They do not!

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