Hoi An

Run by the same folks who bring you Mandarin just around the corner , Hoi An serves a similar compliment of fine, authentic Vietnamese; here the focus is on central Vietnam's light fare. On busy Le Thanh Ton Street just north of the town center, the building is a nice re-creation of a traditional Vietnamese home, and the upstairs dining room is an interesting faux-rustic blend of wood and bamboo. Presentation here is unique, like the hollowed coconut that was used to serve a fine crab and asparagus, and everything is good. Try the drunken shrimp, large prawns soaked in rice whiskey and pan-fried at tableside. Order a cover-the-table meal for a group, and you're sure to go away smiling. Call ahead to ask about the authentic Vietnamese classical music (most nights). Daily 5:30-11:00pm