Metrowest is a series of suburbs located outside of Boston that offer quick access to commuters in the area. Each small town in the Metrowest area offers a different sense of history and culture, and travelers enjoy visiting the area for large parks, museums and access to popular waterways. This a large area that offers several dining options. If you are in the mood for something exotic and a bit spicy, enjoy a number of restaurants in the area that serve authentic Vietnamese cuisine and specialty drinks.
Lavender is located in a strip mall in Sudbury, but that does mean that this restaurant is generic in any way. Sit at a long granite-topped bar lit underneath by glowing blue lights. Lavender was designed with luxury and style in mind and with a focus on Asia-influenced art and furnishings. Crisp linens and premium glassware combine well with shimmering flatware at Lavender. A number of unique dishes are served here and you can enjoy items such as avocado and strawberry poppy seed salad, jalapeno chicken, salt and pepper soft shell crab and many dishes based on the use of rice and noodle. Vegetarians will enjoy several tofu-based meals. Complement your meal with a number of Vietnamese-inspired shakes, teas, wines and beers.
Lavender
519 Boston Post Rd
Sudbury, MA 01776
978-579-9988
lavenderasiancuisine.com
The Metrowest area is limited in regard to traditional Vietnamese cuisine and Krua Khun Yah Restaurant is known mainly for its Thai cuisine, but it is mentioned here because it also serves a number of popular Vietnamese meals that include Vietnamese spring rolls, dumplings, candied spareribs and tom yum soup. This restaurant also serves a number of rice, noodle and tofu-based menu options. Mainly an Asian-fusion restaurant, Krua Khun Yah is a popular dining choice for locals and travelers in the Metrowest area. The atmosphere at Krua Khun Yah Restaurant is busy and lively and casual dress is common.
Krua Khun Yah Restaurant
325 Pond St
Ashland, MA 01721
508-881-4200
kruakhunyah.net
Boba is a traditional Vietnamese bubble tea that contains either ice cream, milk, or tea and is served with or without tapioca balls. This is the specialty item at Bobalicious and it can be ordered in all sorts of flavors that offer unique textures and bright colors. In addition to boba, this restaurant also serves a number of soups, salads and sandwiches designed to offer a true Vietnamese taste. Every Tuesday and Friday a different soup is featured at Bobalicious and those are generally the busiest days for the restaurant. This is a solid bet for a quick meal that is affordable and convenient in the Metrowest area.
Bobalicious
308 Watertown St
Newton, MA 02458
617 244-2172
www.boba-licious.com
