I had lunch at these places in two strip malls on both sides of Aloma near 417 last Thursday. Happy New Year.
Saigon Flavors - I think they said they have been there for five years. Who knew that anything has been back there for that long. I had Rice with Grilled Lemon Chicken and Broccoli for $10. The chicken (2 paillards) was slightly rubbery. I think it gets that kind of glossy coat when it starts to age. Maybe it was just a marinade. The rice and broccoli were just (over) steamed and plain and served on the side. It also came with a garlic sauce that I thought would clash with the lemon, but, was sorely needed to fight the blandness of the dish. It's healthy if nothing else. The place serves the usual Vietnamese menu. It looks a little more upscale (Japanese) than most of it's brethren. That may explain the slightly higher prices they charge. Phos and Vermicelli range from $9-$10. Chef Specials rise to $21. Rice dishes can get to $12. Service was good. The kitchen staff looked Vietnamese. It seats about 60. It was pretty full. It's near that BBQ chain I told you about - Dickey's.
Miyako - A seemingly passable Japanese restaurant in the strip mall across the street. They said they have been there for five (?) years. I just had an order of salmon sushi to knock them of the list. Didn't expect them to be back there. It was good. It cost $4.50. The place looks ok. Seats around 70. They also serve Chinese food and do hibachi and udon. Prices were in line with a place like this. The lunch specials seemed to exclude sushi.
Torino's - I had a surprisingly good slice of pizza at this place on the side of Miyako. Thin everything. Not too much cheese or sauce. It cost $2. They have a fairly large menu. Subs, Stromboli, rolls, pasta, chicken, veal, seafood. They have lunch specials. Pricing is in line. They having something called an upside down pizza. They call their food - NY style. You could do worse. Much better than that Boston pizza place down the street.
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