2026 ushers in the Year of the Fire Horse—a rare zodiac combination appearing only once every 60 years. The Horse symbolizes vitality, perseverance, and swift success, while Fire ignites passion, dynamism, and bold transformation. Together, they create a year of unstoppable energy and forward momentum.
Winter Restaurant Week 2026 is here from January 19 – February 8, and sharing what we love most with our community: thoughtfully curated Vietnamese cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and a dining experience designed to be savored.
Shake, stir, and compete your way through an unforgettable evening at NUE Elegantly Vietnamese! We hosted an exclusive hands-on mixology masterclass during DC Cocktail Week, where guests go behind the scenes to discover what it takes to create world-class cocktails.
We are truly honored to be included in Tom Sietsema’s 2025 Fall Dining Guide—his final guide as restaurant critic for The Washington Post after 26 remarkable years. To be named among the Top 40 Restaurants in and around DC is a privilege and to be part of Tom’s farewell edition makes it unforgettable.
Sometimes the most extraordinary experiences come from unexpected collaborations. On Friday, October 17, we transformed our bar into an artistic canvas—where cocktails became theater, Vietnamese ingredients took center stage, and Northern Virginia tasted world-class mixology up close.
We were delighted to be featured by Washingtonian among DC’s standout gluten-free dining options—recognition that reflects our commitment to making every guest feel celebrated at the table. 50%+ of our menu (desserts, too) is gluten-free.
We believe everyone deserves creative, exciting drinks—whether you enjoy alcohol or not. That’s why we’ve expanded our spirit-free menu with Vietnamese-inspired craft beverages you simply won’t find anywhere else. Thoughtful, complex, and as Instagram-worthy as our cocktails, these drinks celebrate flavor in every layer.
Summer Restaurant Week 2025 is here from August 18-31, and we’re celebrating with a curated menu of NUE favorites and new seasonal creations. From bright, vibrant starters to bold mains and a sweet finish, every dish is crafted to capture the flavors of the season.
Reimagine the vibrant street food culture and tropical refreshments of Saigon through an elegant lens. This collection bridges the gap between nostalgic Vietnamese summers and modern American dining. This season, we invite you to experience Summer in Saigon—a vibrant journey through nostalgic street food, tropical flavors, and modern Vietnamese craft.
This past month has been filled with meaningful collaborations and events at NUE, reinforcing our commitment to community and culinary excellence.
My Journey to Paris Learning from the Life and Art of Lê Phổ Rediscovering Identity Through Art Why does art matter? Why should we care about history, heritage, or culture—especially when it feels so removed from our daily lives? Growing
We want to shine a light on the incredible women in our community who’ve inspired us—and who made our Lunar New Year of the Snake celebration (and so many other events) truly unforgettable. From artists and poets to tattoo artists, jewelry designers, and florists, these visionaries embody the creativity, resilience, and unity we cherish at NUE.
As May comes to a close, my heart is overflowing with gratitude for the events and recognitions that have highlighted this busy month. It’s a time of reflection and immense thankfulness for the support that you, our wonderful community, have generously extended towards NUE.
Our Grand Lunar New Year celebration featured an exclusive menu from Executive Chef Daniel Le, featuring traditional celebratory cuisine and the unveiling of his new dragon-inspired whole fish. We indulged in alluring dragon cocktails, witnessed top-tier performers, played festive games for prizes, enjoyed an elegant Ao Dai fashion show from renowned designer, Thieu Vy and received blessings from the dragon dance.
NUE Reflections: Rising Dragon Tuyet-Nhi Le, a small Vietnamese-American woman with big dreams, must navigate financial turmoil, a world of doubt, and a valley of despair as she strives to create NUE, a revolutionary Vietnamese Fine-Dining experience, while saving her
The theme, “Nurturing Your Inner Garden” came about as Aida, Chelsea and I were moved by the simple power of connection – with oneself, with others, and within our world. I’ve also been reflecting deeply on NUE’s vision and it’s about empowering beautiful voices that often go unheard. Every dish, event and all of our stories serve this purpose- to celebrate, recognize and empower.
When two culinary worlds collide, magic happens. And that’s exactly what unfolded when NUE teamed up with the incomparable Chef Nikki Tran for our Phomakase event, a day that left us profoundly grateful and excited about what lies ahead.
There’s a certain kind of magic that lingers after a night as vibrant and heartfelt as our grand opening at NUE: Elegantly Vietnamese. Your kind presence and unyielding support turned this occasion into an unforgettable spectacle of art, music, fashion, dance, and of course Vietnamese cuisine.
