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Low FODMAP at Moon Rabbit - Fine Dining Guide

Navigate low FODMAP dining at Moon Rabbit in Washington DC. Tips for this celebrated Vietnamese restaurant.

Last verified: January 1, 2025

Safe Items to Order

ItemNotesModifications
Grilled ProteinsVietnamese preparationsRequest no fish sauce, garlic, or shallots
Plain RiceJasmine riceFODMAP-safe
Fresh HerbsMint, cilantro, Thai basilFODMAP-safe herbs

Items to Avoid

  • Fish sauce (check ingredients)
  • Garlic and shallot preparations
  • Nuoc cham sauce
  • Pho broth (contains onion)
  • Spring rolls with vermicelli (wheat often in wrappers)

Example Orders

Modified Vietnamese

  • Contact restaurant in advance
  • Plain rice
  • Request simply grilled proteins

Tip: Vietnamese cuisine is challenging but modifications possible

About Moon Rabbit

Moon Rabbit is a celebrated Washington DC restaurant offering refined Vietnamese cuisine from chef Kevin Tien.

Quick Summary

Honest assessment: Vietnamese cuisine relies on fish sauce, garlic, and shallots. Significant modifications will be needed.

Best approach: Contact the restaurant in advance. Plain rice is safe, and the kitchen may accommodate simply prepared proteins with fresh herbs.


This guide provides general FODMAP guidance for fine dining. Menu items change seasonally. Always confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant.