This self described "Viet-Thai & Fusion" counter service eatery is a more recent addition to the many Asian fusion options on Yonge near Bloor. While perusing the menu outside of Hue's, my friend and I were greeted by the rush of savoury smells that came through the door as a beaming lady with an armful of take out stepped out and gushed about how excited she was to try it for the first time. With that, we were sold!
Once inside, the dark wood decor was more upscale than you'd expect. The closed off second floor and focal point chandelier seem to be reminants from a previous venture and probably wouldn't feel so out of place if you were coming for drinks instead of lunch or even dinner. The biggest surprise is the large back patio which is surrounded by vibrant leafy greens and a great way to enjoy the warmer weather.
The appetizing tofu and avocado salad rolls ($1.95 ea), filled with firm, almost bocconcini-creamy tofu were larger and tastier than the competition's. The incredibly fragrant coco shrimp ($7.25) was served with some of the most flavourful pad thai that comes as a side. Jasmine tea ($1.50), served in a cute little teapot, was a nice warmer-upper as the sun set, although there is a no-can-do policy for additional hot water.
I can't wait to come back to try their special caramel fish mango ($7.95)!