New Quarter

Modern Vietnamese plates and a polished interior draw a steady crowd to this Richmond corner spot. The room is minimal and low-lit, with dark timber panelling, neon signage and an upbeat playlist that keeps the space from feeling too sleek.

The menu follows Vietnamese cues but nudges them into new territory: beef tartare dressed in pho-aged soy, tofu whipped with yuzukosho, bánh mì-style finger sandwiches stuffed with chicken liver pâté and pickled daikon. There’s a popular feed-me menu that keeps the pacing tight and the mood light.

Cocktails are built around East Asian ingredients like yuzu and umeshu, while the wine list favours natural styles and local producers. We’d start with something short and bright from the bar before settling in for snacks and shared plates.