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
available. Serving Tue-Thu, Sun 4-10, Fri-Sat 4-11. MC,
V. $$
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My Linh
272
Delaware Ave., Albany, 465-8899. Vietnamese fare served
in a casual, upscale, comfortable atmosphere. Favorite dishes
include shrimp summer rolls, crispy pan-fried boneless duck,
crispy crepe filled with chicken, sliced beef sauté in a
spicy curry sauce. Also offering vegetarian dishes, such
as grilled tofu topped with a spicy bean curd sauce. Full
bar. On/off premises catering and takeout available. Reservations
for parties of six or more. Serving dinner 5-9:30 Tue-Thu,
5-10 Fri-Sat, 5-9 Sun. Closed Mon. AE, MC, V. $$$.
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Truc Orient Express
3
Harris St., West Stockbridge, Mass., (413) 232-4204. Truc
has been going strong for 23 years, showcasing a unique
and flavorful take on Vietnamese cuisine. Favorite entrées
include duck with lemongrass, five-spice chicken, Hanoi
fish, and the happy pancake. Full bar. Serving 5-9 Sun-Mon,
Wed-Sat. Closed Tue. AE, D, MC, V. $$$
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Van’s Vietnamese Restaurant
137
Madison Ave., Albany, 436-1868. Chef-owner Hung Van Nguyen
puts out gorgeous plates of classical fare, with outstanding
spring rolls, nice shrimp preparations and even a killer
chicken noodle soup. Entrée specialties include salmon with
ginger and whole crispy duck. Catering available. Serving
11:30-9:30 Tue-Fri, 4-9:30 Sat-Sun. Closed Mon. D, MC, V.
$$
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