Ben Thanh is a TERRIFIC Vietnamese restaurant-one of my two favs in Charlotte. Their extensive menu covers all the areas of Vietnamese cuisine from noodle soups to lemongrass curries. Don't let the decor fool you; instead be blessed they spend much more time on the food! Good areas for small groups and roomy booths for 2-4. Never had to wait as this gem is (unfortunately) often overlooked in the sea of ethnic restaurants on Central Avenue.