Wild Curry and Cha Gio
Originally opened in 1977 by Vietnamese-born chef Hang Thi Le, Wild Curry and Cha Gio is known for its superb authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Sample such crowd-pleasing favorites as the cha gio, Vietnamese spring rolls filled with julienned carrots, onions, mushrooms and bean sprouts, or the crispy butterfly shrimp in the shell served with a spicy dipping sauce. Wild Curry and Cha Gio is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Wild Curry and Cha Gio
132 10th St.
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 885-9387
Straits Restaurant
Featuring a blend of Singapore, Malaysian, Indonesian, Chinese, Indian and Vietnamese fare, Straits is a contemporary Asian hit in the Midtown area of Atlanta. Co-owned by chef Chris Yeo and rapper Chris Bridges, aka Ludacris, the establishment offers a "space-age" huge bar area and a swanky, hip vibe. Sample one or two of the house specialty dishes, including the kung pao lollipop (chicken leg with crushed peanuts and jalapeno peppers) or the banana blossom salad with grilled chicken, banana flowers, Asian pear, herbs and Vietnamese vinaigrette. It is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday and for lunch and dinner on Sundays, and closed on Mondays.
Straits Restaurant
793 Juniper St.
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 877-1283
straitsatl.com
Nam Restaurant
Visit Nam and experience all nouvelle Vietnamese cuisine has to offer. Situated in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, Nam offers enticing, authentic Vietnamese flavors melded with an ultramodern twist. Relax in an exquisite atmosphere with organza-draped separation panels for private dining. For an appetizer, try the chao tom, ground shrimp on sugar cane served with thin rice vermicelli. For a main course, sample the grilled lemongrass chicken wrapped around bell peppers. Nam is open for dinner on Monday and Saturday and for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday, and closed on Sundays.
Nam Restaurant
931 Monroe Drive, Suite A-101
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 541-9997
namrestaurant.com
