Burnaby’s Best Vietnamese Hidden Gem | B&D Authentic Viet Cuisine

📍 B&D Authentic Viet Cuisine 🏠 Address: 7090 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC 💰 Price: ~$15–25 per person | ⏰ Vibe: Modern-meets-traditional, family-friendly 🔥 Why It’s a Must-Try? ✔ Beyond pho: Creative Vietnamese dishes you won’t find elsewhere ✔ Authentic flavors: Owned & run by Vietnamese chefs ✔ Generous portions: Leftovers guaranteed 🍽️ MUST-TRY DISHES 1. Bánh Hồi Platter – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($26) • DIY feast: Grilled shrimp, beef, rice vermicelli, and mini spring rolls • Pro tip: Wrap everything in lettuce + dip in fish sauce 2. Hội An Chicken Rice – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($24) • Hidden gem: Turmeric-marinated chicken over fragrant rice • Unexpected MVP: Crispy shallots on top add crunch 3. Crispy Tofu – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($11) • Golden perfection: Silky inside, crackling outside • Dipping sauce: Sweet chili + crushed peanuts 4. Fried Cassava – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($11) • Starchy bliss: Like thick-cut fries but better • Kids love it: Mild flavor, great with sweet-spicy dip 5. Đà Lạt Avocado Ice Cream – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($10) • Creamy & light: Real avocado puree (not artificial) • Best for: Cooling down after spicy dishes 6. Sober Sunday (Lychee Drink) – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($8) • Refreshing: Lychee + lime + soda – summer in a glass 7. Special Pho – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ($17) • Classic done right: Rich broth, tender brisket + meatballs • Fun fact: Correct pronunciation is “fuh?” (not “foe”) 💡 PRO TIPS 1. Go early: Small space fills up fast (no reservations) 2. Parking: Free lot behind the restaurant 3. Leftovers: Tofu & cassava reheat well in air fryer #VietnameseFood #BurnabyEats #HiddenGems