An Viet, a Vietnamese restaurant, is the ideal destination if you are thinking of trying Vietnamese cuisine.
With its authentic and diverse range of Vietnamese dishes, An Viet offers an unforgettable experience for curious food lovers eager to explore new tastes.
An Viet Restaurant is conveniently located in shopping malls in Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Selangor.
The An Viet Restaurant, Queensbay Mall, Penang
Vietnamese Food You’d Love
You can savor the essence of Vietnam through the rich flavors and enticing aromas at their various outlets.
Today, Smartdory invites you to embark on a gastronomic adventure to Vietnam.
Vietnamese has a vibrant street food culture renowned for its freshness and unique blend of flavors, aromatic herbs, meats, and low carbs.
Join us as we introduce An Viet Restaurant, a delightful culinary gem.
Smartdory’s Journey to An Viet Vietnamese Cuisine
My first experience with Vietnamese street food was at a hole-in-the-wall eatery in Hong Kong almost 30 years ago.
Surprisingly, I tried the iconic Hanoian-style grilled Pork with Vermicelli (Bún Chả), which President Obama famously shared with Celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain.
‘Heaps of tourists have been flocking to the restaurant as well daily from different parts of the globe, excited to try out the now famous Obama Combo, which is a bowl of traditional Bun Cha paired with some deep-fried Hanoi-style spring rolls and a bottle of Hanoi beer.’
In subsequent trips, I tried and enjoyed many other Vietnamese snacks and noodles and developed a lifelong love for bánh mì and crispy bánh xèo.
An Viet menu items we tried at the workshop and lunch. Thank you, An Viet!
An Viet An Essence of Vietnamese Cuisine
Vietnamese cuisine blends fresh ingredients, subtle flavors, and refined techniques, highlighting rice, noodles, seafood, vegetables, and herbs.
The Vietnamese excel at achieving a perfect balance of sweetness, sourness, spiciness, and umami in their dishes.
An Viet ‘Learn, Taste, and Experience’ Workshop
One of the nicest experiences for a food review was organized by the Peanut Couple, Patrick Soon and his Vietnamese wife, Anna Le, in collaboration with An Viet.
YouTuber Steven Goh was on hand to help as the hype man.
The Penang influencers had a most enjoyable afternoon learning, tasting, and experiencing Vietnamese food firsthand.
An Viet Chef, Patrick Soon, Anna Le (Peanut Couple) with YouTuber Steven Goh
Learning from An Viet Chef the art of forming Sugarcane Prawn (Chạo Tôm)
Here are some of the An Viet menu items we tried;
- Sugarcane Prawn (Chạo Tôm)
- Clam Sour Soup with Coconut Water (Canh Chua Ngao Nước Dừa)V
- Vietnamese Raw Beef and Beef Ball (Phở Tái Bò Viên)
- Hanoian Style Grilled Pork with Vermicelli (Bún Chả)
- Vietnamese Baguette with Grilled Lemongrass Chicken (Bánh Mì)
- Vietnamese Drip Coffee with Condensed Milk (Iced)
Vietnamese Raw Beef and Beef Ball (Phở Tái Bò Viên) – RM22.90*
CNN ranks Pho as the world’s second-best soup.
This special Vietnamese dish features flavorful broth, rice noodles, herbs, and tender meat.
Originating from Nam Định, Pho holds a special place in Vietnamese cuisine.
At An Viet, their Pho has a rich beefy broth without MSG, accompanied by homemade beef balls and premium raw beef slices. Lime, herbs, bean sprouts, and chili sauce enhance the flavors.
Vietnamese Raw Beef and Beef Ball (Phở Tái Bò Viên) SO Good!
Hanoian Style Grilled Pork with Vermicelli (Bún Chả) – RM19.90*
Bún Chả is a popular Vietnamese dish featuring caramelized grilled pork, sliced pork belly, vermicelli, fresh veggies, herbs, and dipping sauce.
The pork is marinated and grilled over charcoal for a smoky flavor. At An Viet, you can choose 100g, 150g, or 200g of rice noodles and eat them with herbs, pickled vegetables, and tangy sauce.
Bún Chả offers a harmonious blend of flavors representing Vietnam’s culinary expertise and cultural heritage and is a must-try for Vietnamese cuisine enthusiasts.
Hanoian Style Grilled Pork with Vermicelli (Bún Chả) My favorite!
Vietnamese Baguette with Grilled Lemongrass Chicken (Bánh Mì) – RM15.90*
Vietnamese cuisine uses the ‘bánh mi’, a short baguette with a thin, crisp crust and a light, airy feel.
It is often split lengthwise, filled with savory ingredients similar to a submarine sandwich, and served as a meal called ‘bánh mì thịt.’
Additionally, plain bánh mì is also eaten as a staple food.
Whenever I come across a good bánh mì, it becomes my daily breakfast staple.
During my visit to Singapore in March, I discovered Vietnam’s culinary diversity, which is beautifully exemplified by the bánh mì.
This delightful sandwich showcases the fusion of Vietnamese and French influences.
Crusty French baguettes are filled with marinated grilled meats, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and pâté.
The result is a mouthwatering combination of textures and flavors, making bánh mì an irresistible choice for street food enthusiasts.
An Viet’s crispy Bánh Mì features an airy Vietnamese baguette filled with grilled lemongrass chicken, homemade pork pâté, fresh veggies, pickles, and sriracha. Now I know exactly where to head for my daily staple.
Vietnamese Baguette with Grilled Lemongrass Chicken (Bánh Mì) I lived on this when I was in Vietnam.
Clam Sour Soup with Coconut Water (Canh Chua Ngao Nước Dừa”) RM17.90*
We loved the fresh clams simmered in a coconut broth infused with lemongrass, sliced chili, cherry tomatoes, and lime juice.
Thanks to An Viet’s premium fish sauce, the soup was full of umami flavor.
This dish’s unmistakable, sweet taste of the sea is derived solely from fresh clams and is entirely MSG-free!
Full unami flavors Clam Sour Soup with Coconut Water (Canh Chua Ngao Nước Dừa”)
Sugarcane Prawn (Chạo Tôm) RM12.90*
Vietnamese Chao Tom is hands down the BEST appetizer for any summer feast!
The homemade 100% pure tiger prawn paste is carefully wrapped around juicy, sweet sugarcane and fried to a delectable golden brown.
The tiger prawn paste is deeply infused with sautéed aromatics, giving them a rich pink flavor.
They are steamed to achieve a unique springy texture before deep-frying to a perfect golden brown.
Once you taste them, you won’t believe how irresistibly delicious they are. I guarantee you’ll be coming back for seconds! Delicious!
Sugarcane Prawn (Chạo Tôm) Full of Prawn Meat on a juicy stalk
Vietnamese Drip Coffee with Condensed Milk (Iced) Cà Phê Sữa (Đá) – RM8.90*
Vietnam is renowned for its distinct and vibrant style of coffee, characterized by its strong, robust flavor and often served with sweetened condensed milk.
The unique French drip filter brewing method creates a rich, bold taste that delights coffee enthusiasts.
At An Viet, you get a solid and aromatic Grade 5 Trung Nguyên coffee served with condensed milk.
This combination provides a delightful balance of flavors, making it the perfect accompaniment to any meal or a refreshing treat.
Experience the essence of Vietnamese coffee with its bold taste and sweet creaminess.
Indulge in the unique flavors that have made Vietnamese coffee a beloved choice among coffee lovers worldwide.
An Viet Vietnamese Restaurant Review
In conclusion, Vietnamese cuisine is a treasure trove of vibrant flavors, delicate textures, and aromatic herbs.
An Viet brings this culinary extravaganza to Malaysia, inviting Malaysians to embark on a sensory adventure.
So, gather your friends and family, and let An Viet be your gateway to Vietnam’s gastronomic delights.
Get ready to indulge in the rich tapestry of Vietnamese cuisine without leaving the comfort of Malaysia.
An Viet Vietnamese Restaurant @ Queensbay Mall, Penang
An Viet @ Queensbay Mall
LG-42, Queensbay Mall,
100 Persiaran Bayan Indah,
11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang.
Hours: 10.30 AM to 9 PM
Phone: 04 – 6111255
An Viet @ Gurney Plaza (Vietnamese Restaurant)
Address: 170-B1-32A, Persiaran Gurney, Plaza Gurney, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Hours: 10.30 AM to 9 PM
Phone: 04-293 3481
*Menu Prices are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the current price list for the in-restaurant carry-out An Viet menu.
Blog Disclosure: This is a sponsored blog post, but all opinions are mine. Thank you, An Viet, for the workshop and lunch invitation.
