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A modern twist on traditional Vietnamese food, Mot Hai Ba brings a fresh take on Vietnamese flavors . This East Dallas staple has been serving up the best Vietnamese cuisine for the past 9 years. Located on Skillman Ave in the heart of Lakewood, Mot Hai Ba brings award-winning dishes to the restaurant scene. This is one Vietnamese restaurant you won’t be sorry you came to. Come join us in Lakewood for some delicious food!
North Vietnamese fare including pho & Sunday brunch in a small, elegantly casual space with patio.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 6047 Lewis St, Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: (972) 638-7468
Website: https://www.mothaibadallas.com/
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Reviews
Chereen Pasha
We’ve been trying to get reservations forever! We had an absolutely incredible dining experience at Mot Hai Ba last night! This spot is such a unique and thoughtful fusion of Vietnamese soul and French technique.
A huge highlight of our night was our waiter, Mate. He was excellent and coursed the meals out perfectly! he described every dish with great detail and passion, and his recommendations were a total 10/10.
the only miss for us was the short rib. Compared to the explosive flavors of the other dishes, it just wasn’t as impressive to us. If we could do it over, we would have swapped it for the duck hearts or another fish dish. Our favorite dish was the branzino with a side of the mushrooms and the dirty rice to soak up the sauces.
One thing to note is that the restaurant is quite small, so the indoor tables get reserved quickly. We dined in the covered patio on one of the colder days But the heaters and wearing a jacket helped. If you’re planning a visit, I’d recommend trying to snag an indoor spot.
The creativity in the kitchen and the hospitality from Mate will definitely bring us back. A must-visit and impressive spot to bring a guest.
… moreA huge highlight of our night was our waiter, Mate. He was excellent and coursed the meals out perfectly! he described every dish with great detail and passion, and his recommendations were a total 10/10.
the only miss for us was the short rib. Compared to the explosive flavors of the other dishes, it just wasn’t as impressive to us. If we could do it over, we would have swapped it for the duck hearts or another fish dish. Our favorite dish was the branzino with a side of the mushrooms and the dirty rice to soak up the sauces.
One thing to note is that the restaurant is quite small, so the indoor tables get reserved quickly. We dined in the covered patio on one of the colder days But the heaters and wearing a jacket helped. If you’re planning a visit, I’d recommend trying to snag an indoor spot.
The creativity in the kitchen and the hospitality from Mate will definitely bring us back. A must-visit and impressive spot to bring a guest.
Ferhan Zaki
We’re long-time Dallas foodies, and this was easily one of the best meals we’ve had. The service was outstanding, and our waiter took great care of us for our anniversary. Every dish was delicious — the leeks and the branzino are absolute must-tries.
The only feedback I’d offer is to include at least one dessert option without alcohol. Because of our dietary restrictions, we couldn’t try any of the desserts. Other than that, everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
… moreThe only feedback I’d offer is to include at least one dessert option without alcohol. Because of our dietary restrictions, we couldn’t try any of the desserts. Other than that, everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
Daniel Soo
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.
… moreWhat 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.
Lior Adler
I came in to have a light dinner,
Am limited in what I can eat due to dietary restrictions so had to keep mostly to starters, so had 3 starters and a drink.
The bao was fantastic, wish I would have had 10 of these.
The swiss chard tampura was very nice but not exciting, good in between dish.
The kimchi wrapped rice (dolma like) was just not tasty and very disappointing. I LOVE dolmas and kimchi so had high expectations, but this felt like a forced fusion.
Maybe my experience was off as didn’t have a main, but felt that I spent a lot of money for an OK meal.
Good staff, great atmosphere.
… moreAm limited in what I can eat due to dietary restrictions so had to keep mostly to starters, so had 3 starters and a drink.
The bao was fantastic, wish I would have had 10 of these.
The swiss chard tampura was very nice but not exciting, good in between dish.
The kimchi wrapped rice (dolma like) was just not tasty and very disappointing. I LOVE dolmas and kimchi so had high expectations, but this felt like a forced fusion.
Maybe my experience was off as didn’t have a main, but felt that I spent a lot of money for an OK meal.
Good staff, great atmosphere.
renegadegeeK
Cozy little spot for very creative mash-up of various Asian ingredients and dishes, with a few Vietnamese offerings but not their focus anymore as some of the online info suggests. Service was super attentive, dishes were all detailed, thoughtful and delicious at good temps. There are lots of little surprises n most of the dishes so u really should explore and share ur menu choices w a friend! Definitely want to make it back when it cools down a little to enjoy the patio. Well done gang…super yum.
… moreSaeed Darvish
Mot Hai Ba is an exceptional Vietnamese restaurant and easily one of my favorites in Dallas. We visited back in May and tried several standout dishes: the Crispy Vietnamese Rice Cake, Stuffed Leeks, Shaking Beef, and Garlic Noodles. The rice cake, shaking beef, and garlic noodles were absolutely outstanding, rich in flavor and beautifully executed. Definitely worth coming back for!
The ambiance is intimate and perfect for a date night or a special occasion. On top of that, the bartender was fantastic; knowledgeable, friendly, and made spot-on recommendations for both cocktails and wine pairings that really elevated the meal. A memorable dining experience from start to finish. Can’t wait to return!
… moreThe ambiance is intimate and perfect for a date night or a special occasion. On top of that, the bartender was fantastic; knowledgeable, friendly, and made spot-on recommendations for both cocktails and wine pairings that really elevated the meal. A memorable dining experience from start to finish. Can’t wait to return!
Regina Inglin
I know this probably sounds like one voice among many, but I want to say this plainly. My experience at Mot Hai Ba healed something in me.
I am not from Dallas. When I was planning my visit, my friend, who has traveled the world and knows food, could not wait to take me here, even though it was on the other side of the city from us. I arrived curious but unprepared for how intimate the restaurant would be: small, unassuming, energetic, and tucked just far enough off the beaten path to feel like a discovery rather than something chasing attention, which somehow made it feel even more special. Before we arrived, the hostess called to offer us an earlier reservation and remembered us when we walked in. I understand there could have been another reason motivating that call, but to us it set the tone for an experience that felt personal when it could’ve felt procedural.
We were seated at the bar, which at first was not ideal since we were not planning to drink, but that hesitation disappeared almost immediately. Gabe, the bartender, welcomed us warmly and did not make us feel as though we were borrowing his space; instead, he treated the bar as exactly what it became for the next hour and a half: the best seat in the house. His knowledge of the menu, his pacing, and the way he described each dish felt generous rather than rehearsed, and despite our initial preference for our own conversation, his presence became an appreciated part of the meal.
We started with the Swiss chard tempura and the banh bao buns, both of which were ✨delightful✨. After that, we shared the duck breast which is the kind of dish that invites you to slow down and pay attention and garlic noodles because…come on. The duck was plated colorfully but never felt fussy, which I personally think is a hard line to walk these days. I like that kind of restraint because it lets the flavors speak for themselves.
I think that is what has stayed with me most. You know how people say you can tell when a designer loves women by the way they style them. I think you can tell when chefs love food by the way they treat it. You the traveler are not the point per se. The food, this moment, and you are the point. This felt like food made with care and respect, not to show off, but to be enjoyed.
This was my first full evening in Dallas seeing my friend after a year apart. As we moved between serious conversation and laughter, the food and Gabe’s descriptions created a sense of ease neither of us expected. And for about an hour and a half, sitting at the bar, it felt really good to be alive.
We finished with apple tart and Licor 43, which felt like the perfect ending to an already beautiful experience. We have not stopped gushing about it and are already trying to figure out how to go back.
I am writing this late at night instead of going to bed, not to give my stamp of approval, but simply to say thank you. Can’t wait to return.
… moreI am not from Dallas. When I was planning my visit, my friend, who has traveled the world and knows food, could not wait to take me here, even though it was on the other side of the city from us. I arrived curious but unprepared for how intimate the restaurant would be: small, unassuming, energetic, and tucked just far enough off the beaten path to feel like a discovery rather than something chasing attention, which somehow made it feel even more special. Before we arrived, the hostess called to offer us an earlier reservation and remembered us when we walked in. I understand there could have been another reason motivating that call, but to us it set the tone for an experience that felt personal when it could’ve felt procedural.
We were seated at the bar, which at first was not ideal since we were not planning to drink, but that hesitation disappeared almost immediately. Gabe, the bartender, welcomed us warmly and did not make us feel as though we were borrowing his space; instead, he treated the bar as exactly what it became for the next hour and a half: the best seat in the house. His knowledge of the menu, his pacing, and the way he described each dish felt generous rather than rehearsed, and despite our initial preference for our own conversation, his presence became an appreciated part of the meal.
We started with the Swiss chard tempura and the banh bao buns, both of which were ✨delightful✨. After that, we shared the duck breast which is the kind of dish that invites you to slow down and pay attention and garlic noodles because…come on. The duck was plated colorfully but never felt fussy, which I personally think is a hard line to walk these days. I like that kind of restraint because it lets the flavors speak for themselves.
I think that is what has stayed with me most. You know how people say you can tell when a designer loves women by the way they style them. I think you can tell when chefs love food by the way they treat it. You the traveler are not the point per se. The food, this moment, and you are the point. This felt like food made with care and respect, not to show off, but to be enjoyed.
This was my first full evening in Dallas seeing my friend after a year apart. As we moved between serious conversation and laughter, the food and Gabe’s descriptions created a sense of ease neither of us expected. And for about an hour and a half, sitting at the bar, it felt really good to be alive.
We finished with apple tart and Licor 43, which felt like the perfect ending to an already beautiful experience. We have not stopped gushing about it and are already trying to figure out how to go back.
I am writing this late at night instead of going to bed, not to give my stamp of approval, but simply to say thank you. Can’t wait to return.
David Sherwood
Service is exceptional. This place deserves a Michelin Star. Im convinced there isn’t anything bad on the menu at all. If you love attention to detail, fresh & real ingredients this place is for you! If you have a problem with small & expensive dishes go to McDonald’s instead.
… moreRachel Jiang
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!
… moreCarlo Barone
You know.. not so great. I start to feel bad that maybe it’s me and my incredible dinners on Chicago but when this opportunity came up, I thought “Finally! A Dallas restaurant worthy of a Michelin star.” It’s not. Imagination, all over the place. The zucchini flowers that were fried like an egg roll were the highlight of the night. The duck liver, and chefs special duck 2-ways. Not so much. They brought one platter of foie gras dumplings that were covered with thin layer of wagu steak, table sauce they poured beef fat over (for show) to cook the meat. It was actually just hot grease and it was gross. The food was pretty the waitress was very very kind. Just not what I had hoped for at this price point. Bummer
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