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MÃI MÃI VIET STREET KITCHEN
In Vietnamese, the phrase “Mãi Mãi” means forever, or everlasting. That’s a fitting name for the newly minted Mãi Mãi Viet Street Kitchen because, after tasting items from its menu, I’m certain it’s not going anywhere soon.
Located in a modest strip mall in the city’s southwest, Mãi Mãi curates an adorable dining room filled with retro pop art decor and photographed scenes from Vietnam’s urban metropolises like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. The vibe is under- stated but cool.
But what makes me certain this place has a bright future is exactly what’s required of any restaurant: good food. Specializing in street eats (you won’t find any pho here), Mãi Mãi whips up
a remarkably diverse and appetizing selection, ranging from sweetened soy rice cakes and slaw to hearty bowls of vermicelli and pork belly to our personal favourite — Bánh Mì. Seriously, I haven’t had Bánh Mì this good since the days I used to cop homemade sandwiches from my friend’s grandmother. —JESSE COLE
● 14221 23 AVE. NW ● 587-416-4354