Vu Gia Restaurant - Sunshine West

Revisiting this suburb 25 years after working there I went for lunch in a busy street. I picked this restaurant because it looked sparkling clean and well patronized. I was not disappointed. The staff were attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. They all treated me like a king! The menu was interesting and varied. The food was fantastic. So tasty, so interesting, so enjoyable. Prices were very reasonable, serving sizes generous and all ingredients were totally fresh. This restaurant is an excuse to visit this suburb again. I loved watching the passing lunchtime crowds. a visual feat and a snapshot of a bustling, vibrant community. Lovely.

This isn't a review but a message for the owners. I genuinely hope it helps. I had a banh mi next door and noticed you are having an ongoing problem with non customers using your outdoor tables. I understand that would be frustrating. Can I offer a much more effective solution than writing over and over on the tables, telling people not use them, in a repeated scrawl that no-one is reading. Instead, keep the chairs and tables clean and tidily arranged and dress them up with tablecloths and menus. You can use the outdoor tables to entice people into your restaurant. And people will immediately notice the difference between your tables and next doors. If you want to add a note about non customers not using them, get some cheap brochure display holders from Officeworks. An upright sign will be noticed more. But more attractive tables and menus will be a lot more effective. All the best.

[Let down the 3rd time by the owner]Came here three times for the taste of Vietnam's Hanoian pho as recommended by a friend, each time tried different type including chicken, brisket and now minced beef with ginger since it's chilly outside. The first two times were no less than a pleasant experience, especially loved the smooth silky noodle strands. This time, it's a bit of a let down, as it seemed the cook had mixed old and new beef together, giving some beef clusters very mild rotten smell when chewed. Privately talked to the owner but he denied at first, then said he'd talk to the chef, but yeah, whatever... Knowing that it's a typical attitude where he came from, I didn't want to argue. Still, this restaurant will retain a loyal group of clientele.

Manager needs anger management and customer skills.

Had a fantastic brisket and flank soup. Spring roles are great. Good fresh healthy food at a cheap price.