VIETNAMESE
Kim’s
Dragon Restaurant
1231 W. Housatonic St. (Route 20), Pittsfield, Mass., (413)
442-5594. Authentic Vietnamese cuisine in West Pittsfield,
minutes from the New York border. Start with the mouth-watering
spring rolls; signature entrées include lemongrass chicken,
shaken beef and the vegetarian pancake. Beer and wine; takeout,
catering available. Serving Tue-Thu, Sun 4-10, Fri-Sat 4-11.
MC, V. $$
My Linh
272 Delaware Ave., Albany, 465-8899. Albany’s first Vietnamese
restaurant, in business since 1993 and now serving dinner
in a casual, upscale, comfortable atmosphere. Favorite dishes
include shrimp summer rolls, crispy pan-fried boneless duck,
crispy crepe filled with chicken, sliced beef sauté in a
spicy curry sauce. Also offering vegetarian dishes, such
as grilled tofu topped with a spicy bean curd sauce. Full
bar. On/off premises catering and takeout available. Serving
Tue-Thu, Sun 5-9:30 PM, Fri-Sat 5-10. AE, MC, V. $$.
Truc Orient Express
3 Harris St., West Stockbridge, Mass., (413) 232-4204. Going
strong for more than 20 years, showcasing a cuisine that
adds touches of French to an Oriental base, resulting in
unique flavors and an approach that’s very healthful. A
favorite entrée is duck with chopped lemongrass, served
with rice noodles. Or try the five-spice chicken, Hanoi
fish or the happy pancake—another house favorite. Full bar.
Serving 5-9 Sun-Mon, Wed-Sat. Closed Tue. AE, D, MC, V.
$$$
Van’s Vietnamese Restaurant
137 Madison Ave., Albany, 436-1868. At the original My Linh’s
location, chef-owner Hung Van Nguyen puts out gorgeous plates
of classical fare, with outstanding spring rolls, nice shrimp
preparations and even a killer chicken noodle soup. Catering
available. Serving 11:30-9:30 Tue-Fri, 4-9:30 Sat-Sun. Closed
Mon. MC, V. $$
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