Open long hours and a short trot from our major shopping, Vietnam Cuisine welcomes the hungry with wonderful courtesy, pleasant surroundings, and a large and various menu enhanced by a small but adequate bar selection and complimentary spring rolls.

Of the 87 dishes (plus 8 vegetarian dishes) on the menu, a favourite is #49, Stir-fried Rice Noodle with Crispy Chicken at $11.75—yummy rice.

The price point is remarkable. Where else in PR can two people enjoy a cider each with a full dinner and free appetiser for $43 including tax and 15% tip? (No room for dessert, though—we were stuffed.) On your next visit to the hospital auxiliary, trot down the block for lunch: your choice of 17 dishes for $8 plus tax. So much for the fast-food habit!