We were headed to another Chinese restaurant only to discover it had no indoor seating, and we had…read morepassed this restaurant on the way, so we turned around and came back here. We're so glad we did!
I had originally planned to have pho, but after I looked at the menu I decided that the fried noodle dishes were more what I wanted this time. We'll come back for the Pho another time.
We ordered an appetizer and two entrées, although we had to remind the server about the appetizer after the entrées came. This was quickly rectified.
The menu had a nice variety of both Vietnamese and Chinese dishes, as well as sushi.
Our order started with the Gyoza (six pan-fried dumplings), which were fresh, hot, and very good once they came (after the entrees). The sauce with them was a little different than a traditional sweet-and-sour, but very tasty.
We both had Crispy Egg Noodles dishes, mine with beef and vegetables, and my husband's with the chicken, shrimp, beef, & squid combination. We were surprised to find out that "crispy egg noodles" were the same as what we know as Chow Mein Noodles, like you can buy in a can at the grocery store. We were expecting fresh noodles fried crispy. But once the sauce soaked into them they softened and were fine. Next time, though, I think I'll try one of the soft egg noodle dishes instead.
The real star of the entree was the meat, vegetable and sauce stir-fry that topped the noodles. The beef was tender, plentiful, and flavorful, and the types of vegetables (broccoli, bok choy, sprouts, celery, and carrots) were exactly what I like in a dish like this. The soy-based sauce was flavorful without being too strong or salty. Truly, other than the surprise with the noodles, everything was perfect.
The portions were huge, so we each brought half home to eat later.
They sell Japanese bottled sodas, but we opted instead for cans of Coke and Diet Coke respectively. Maybe next time I'll try the Japanese grape soda.
Service was pleasant and attentive, and our food arrived quickly. The inside seating area is large, clean, and comfortable, and the restroom was also roomy and clean.
We enjoyed it, and will definitely go back.