VIETNAMESE
My
Linh
272 Delaware Ave., Albany, 465-8899, mylinhrestaurant.com.
Exquisite Vietnamese cuisine served in a cozy atmosphere
with full bar. My Linh is a taste of old Indo-China with
a contemporary twist. Appetizers include handmade shrimp
summer rolls and golden-fried spring rolls with fresh lettuce,
mint and cucumber. Try the exotic soup, Canh Chua, with
shrimp, fresh tomatoes, and pineapple in a spicy tamarind
broth. Entrées include the crispy boneless lemongrass duck
and vegetarian grilled tofu finished with a spicy bean curd
sauce. Takeout available. Private rooms for banquets and
parties. Serving dinner 5-9:30 Tue-Thu, 5-10 Fri-Sat, 5-9
Sun. Closed Monday. AE, MC, V. $$$
Truc Orient Express
3 Harris St., West Stockbridge, Mass., (413) 232-4204. Truc
has been going strong for 30 years, showcasing a unique
and flavorful take on Vietnamese cuisine. Favorite entrées
include duck with lemongrass, five-spice chicken, Hanoi
fish, and the happy pancake. Full bar. Serving 5-9 Wed-Mon.
In July and August, serving lunch 11 AM-2:30 PM and dinner
5-10 PM. Closed Tue. AE, MC, V. $$$
Van’s Vietnamese Restaurant
307 Central Ave., Albany, 436-1868. Chef-owner Hung Van
Nguyen puts out gorgeous plates of classical fare, with
outstanding spring rolls, nice shrimp preparations and even
a killer chicken noodle soup. Entrée specialties include
salmon with ginger and whole crispy duck. Catering available.
Serving lunch 11-3:30 Tue-Sun; dinner 4-9 Tue-Thu &
4-10 Fri & Sat. Closed Mon. D, MC, V. $$