A One-Night Culinary Collaboration
Join us for an unforgettable evening of culinary exploration as Dakar NOLA welcomes Chef Kevin Tien and Pastry Chef Susan Bae of Moon Rabbit (Washington, D.C.) for a one-night collaboration dinner.
Together with Chef Serigne Mbaye and Pastry Chef Sharde Cole, this exclusive dining experience will bring together the bold, soulful flavors of Senegal, West Africa, Vietnam, and New Orleans in a multi-course tasting menu.*
Throughout the evening, you’ll experience the stories, heritage, and inspiration that shape our cuisines. Get ready for unexpected pairings, vibrant flavors, and dishes that reflect the artistry and heart of both Dakar NOLA and Moon Rabbit.
Seatings: 4:30pm and 8:00pm | $300 per person plus tax and 20% gratuity
Reservations are required, and each booking is limited to six guests. This is a one-night-only experience you won’t want to miss. In partnership with OpenTable and Valrhona.
Reservations open at 11:00am ET/10:00am CT on Tuesday, November 11th.
*Kindly note that this exclusive tasting menu will include a variety of ingredients and may not be fully pescatarian; unfortunately, we’re unable to modify dishes or accommodate allergies for this event.
About Moon Rabbit
Moon Rabbit is a modern Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Chinatown, Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.
Moon Rabbit’s accolades include:
New York Times’s “America’s Best Restaurants 2024
Washingtonian’s “100 Very Best Restaurants,” 2021
Current 5x James Beard Semifinalist and Best Chef Mid-Atlantic 2024 (Chef Kevin Tien)
James Beard Foundation “Outstanding Pastry Chef” Finalist, 2024 and 2025 (Pastry Chef Susan Bae)
The Washington Post’s Dining Guide 2024
2024 PUNCH Magazine’s Best New Bartender (Bar Director Thi Nguyen)
2024 MICHELIN Guide Exceptional Cocktails Award (Bar Director Thi Nguyen)
MICHELIN Guide Plate 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024