Vegetarian Chicken Vermicelli Bowl at Ninh Kieu

Vegetarian Chicken Vermicelli Bowl, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

My main dish for lunch the other day at Ninh Kieu was the vegetarian chicken vermicelli bowl. It was every bit as satisfying as its meat counterpart.

The soy chicken substitution tasted very authentic and had the right texture. I used soy sauce on my noodles - the accompanying fish sauce was the real thing, which is important for strict vegetarians to be aware of.

Vegetarian Salad Rolls at Ninh Kieu

Vegetarian Salad Rolls, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

Ninh Kieu (107 Avenue and 98 Street), one of my favourite Vietnamese restaurants. I love how their menu has expanded inr ecent years to include a variety of vegetarian fare. I also love how some appetizers are available as a half portion. Perfect for when I am dining alone!

The vegetarian salad rolls were packed with lettuce, noddles, and tofu. I would have liked a bit more cilantro - the rolls were a bit bland, making the accompanying peanut sauce all the more important.

Grilled Beef Vermicelli at Ninh Kieu

Grilled Beef Vermicelli, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I usually have pho at Ninh Kieu, but yesterday for lunch I decided to go for bun (vermicelli noodle bowl). Ninh Kieu's beef is second to none - soft, grilled flavour, and reasonably lean. The portion is pretty good too.

Onion Cake at Ninh Kieu

Onion Cake, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I love the selection of appetizers at Ninh Kieu (10708 98 Street) if for no other reason than they offer half-sizes. When I dine alone, one onion cake is all I need. Hot and crispy, and moist on the inside, I always enjoy this treat here.