I've been meaning to eat at Soc Trang for a while now, and today I got the opportunity to do so…read more I'm very glad I did!
The food is excellent. Their menu is varied, there are many options to choose from. Vegetarian options are available, the food is fresh and they aren't skimpy on the portions. Prices are reasonable, and fair.
I ordered the Banh Pho Xao, which is not the Pho soup, it's a fried noodle dish, with chicken. Fresh and delicious.
The waitstaff was friendly, attentive, and courteous. Such nice people. I support local businesses, this restaurant is owned by local folks, and is a gem in the neighbourhood. Parking is free, there's a parking lot in the front, and also free parking is available on the street.
I don't drive, and if you don't either, fear not! The PVTA
G1 bus will take you right up there. Get off at Sumner and White St, and it's a short walk to Soc Trang from there. And to get back to Union Station, cross White St, to the PVTA kiosk, and take the G1 back to Union Station.
This restaurant serves food all day, there's no closure of the kitchen between lunch and dinner, so if you're hungry at 3:30 in the afternoon like I was, you won't have to worry about seeing a "Closed until 5" sign.
The restaurant itself is clean, and well organised. It's family friendly, and from what I saw, there's room for parties, family gatherings, or small receptions. There was a large fish tank, which was very clean, with peaceful, healthy fish swimming around. All in all, a very pleasant experience!