Tan Lac Vien - Springvale

"Affordable and delicious. They offer custom Vietnamese drinks with generous portions and outstanding quality. What more could you ask for? During the five days I spent in Melbourne, it was essential for me to drive all the way here (no matter where we were in the city) to get at least two of their amazing treats. I’m that quirky person who enjoys hopping lo (without jelly) with jackfruit and a variety of other sweets to create my own Vietnamese dessert. You'll definitely want to pay a visit!"

We were actually heading to a restaurant our friend had recommended when we noticed a sign advertising a Peking duck special. We decided to give it a try, and we were not disappointed! I highly recommend it; it's definitely enough to feed four people easily. The soft shell crab was also delicious.

The interior is very clean and pleasant, especially when compared to many of the more rundown places in Springvale. My cousin ordered the Hähnchen, which she raved about. If you're considering trying the Banh Canh Cua, you can choose between the regular version and the house special. While the house special is undoubtedly more expensive, I found it a bit cumbersome to deal with the crab legs. Next time, I think I’ll opt for the regular version instead, as it was a bit messy and my food got cold while I was busy extracting the crab meat. Overall, I look forward to returning!