PHUOC THANH GARDEN

Among lots of budget stops, this large, new, open-front restaurant borrows its style from the mandarins and temple compounds outside of Hue, but it's thoroughly modern, tidy, and caters mostly to large groups. They ask your nationality when you arrive and deliver your country's flag to your table when you sit down. Phuoc Thanh is a good choice for hygienic versions of local specialties like bun bo Hue (local noodle soup), nem ran (fresh spring rolls), or banh khoi (pancakes). A long list of tasty stir-fries, as well as delicious hot pots, round out the menu. Set menus include a gourmand's succession of soup, appetizers, and main courses. There's also a small selection of "European dishes" with fish and chips or other familiar eats for the kids.
Address: 30 Pham Ngu Lao St