Dakao Restaurant & Bar

The only thing more intense than the length of the menu at Dakao is the decor, which is a fever dream of blue sky and cloud ceiling tiles, oversized woven pendant lamps, and fake topiaries akin to Edward Scissorhands. It’s down right whimsical, sort of like they’re attempting to obscure an urban street view with as much (plastic) natural material as possible. We’re not sure who designed this place, but we absolutely love it. Grab a miến gà dakao dặc biệt with clear noodles—the noodles soak up the rich both becoming long, gummy ropes of chicken consomme—and take it all in.

photo credit: Quit Nguyen