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 Indochina 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 Wed-Thu, 5-10 Fri-Sat, 5-9
Sun. Closed Mon-Tue. AE, MC, V. $$$
Truc Orient Express
3 Harris St., West Stockbridge, Mass., (413) 232-4204. Truc
has been going strong for 32 years, showcasing a unique
and flavorful take on Vietnamese cuisine. Favorite entrées
include duck with lemongrass, five-spice chicken, Hanoi
fish and the happy pancake. Full bar. Serving 5-9 Wed-Mon.
In July and August, serving lunch 11 AM-2:30 PM daily and
dinner 5-10 PM daily. AE, MC, V. $$$
Van’s Vietnamese Restaurant
307 Central Ave., Albany, 436-1868. Chef-owner Hung Van
Nguyen puts out 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
11:30-2:30 Tue-Sun, dinner 4:30-8:30 Tue-Sun. Closed Monday.
D, MC, V. $$