posted about 8 months ago by JackT
about the venue: Chị Nghĩa

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Chị Nghĩa claims to be the pet project of a chef with gainful employment elsewhere who just wanted to bring her favorite takes on northern cuisine to the masses. Usually, I'd suspect that to be empty hyperbole, but it seems fairly realistic in this case. For the quality of food one gets, it seems like the price could be considerably higher. In fact, I know that I've paid much more on countless occasions for significantly less. The restaurant is tastefully designed without a hint of pretentiousness. It seems well suited to the casual night out with friends, small group events, or entertaining visitors. I'll definitely be making regular appearances.

posted about 8 months ago by JackT
about the venue: Blue Gecko

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For a relatively simple building, this place has a pretty nice feel. The space is wide open, but hasn't lost as much intimacy as one would expect. When the place is full, it's easy to wander and mingle without feeling too cramped. There's plenty of space around the pool table, which is nice after years of playing in tiny Asian bars that are trying to do too much with too little space.

The food is standard pub fare, but it doesn't let you down when you're looking for a little something to settle your stomach for a long night of drinking. On the whole, the place is just a solid choice for a casual night out for the usual pub activities.