This afternoon Beth and I were pretty hungry, and we were already south of downtown, so we made our way to Cermak and stopped in for a late lunch at Cafe Hoang (just east of the Archer intersection in Chinatown). First, it's been a long time since we got spring rolls that were perfect. These had thin, sticky wrappers, a long piece of pork, shrimp in the center, and stuffed with basil leaf and vermicelli. Couldn't have asked for it better. Then we order the vietnamese pancake (Banh Xeo), which was a little crispier than the last time we enjoyed this. Served with a plate of lettuce, basil, cucumber and carrot slivers. This was again a huge relief. At this time, we should have just stopped and paid, but we'd already ordered plates. Beth had a vermicelli and chicken bowl, and I ordered a spicy beef stir fry.
This was a great meal! The service was very solicitous. The restaurant was quiet (it was after 2PM when we arrived) and it all kept coming on schedule. For about $7-10 per item, this was a good deal. I think I won't be going to Argyle again when I want some Vietnamese food.
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