Golden Era serves vegan Vietnamese food in Civic Center, with a menu that leans on soy-based meat alternatives rather than treating them as an afterthought. The Lemongrass Deluxe comes slicked in a spicy lemongrass sauce, while The Queen is a plate of crispy, caramelized soy cubes glazed in sticky sweet chili — both meant to be eaten with rice. A papaya salad tossed in a spicy vinaigrette and a bánh xèo stuffed with mushrooms and tofu round out the menu.
Service is brisk and to the point, with little beyond order-taking exchanged at the counter, and tables turn over quickly.
Service is brisk and to the point, with little beyond order-taking exchanged at the counter, and tables turn over quickly.