Chả giò — Vietnamese fried egg rolls — are the crunchiest, most addictive appetizer in Vietnamese cuisine. Filled with ground pork, shredded crab, wood ear mushrooms, and glass noodles, wrapped in rice paper, and deep-fried until shatter-crisp. Unlike Chinese egg rolls, chả giò use rice paper wrappers which create a dramatically different texture — blistered, bubbly, and audibly crunchy. Wrapped in lettuce with herbs and dipped in nước chấm, they're the dish that disappears first at every Vietnamese gathering.
n institution known for bánh mì, but their chả giò deserves attention too. The rolls are crispy, well-filled, and the portion is generous. Grab a few with a bánh mì for the ultimate Vietnamese combo.Anh Hong Restaurant Top Pick
Anh Hong makes excellent spring rolls — crispy, golden, and packed with seasoned pork and taro filling. The wrappers are perfectly fried (not greasy), and they come with fresh lettuce leaves and herbs for wrapping. An essential starter. Also known for: Ph
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Their spring rolls are a popular appetizer — crispy, well-filled, and served with fresh lettuce and dipping sauce. A great start to any meal. Also known for: Pho, fish noodles, spring rolls
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Vietnam Cuisine's spring rolls are made to order — crispy, golden, and served with fresh herbs. The filling is generous and well-seasoned. Also known for: Banh cuon, Hue beef noodle soup, Quang noodles
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