Doan’s Vietnamese Cuisine

Doan’s sits further down South Boulevard from Pho Van, and the two are close enough to compare on the same trip. The broth here is made traditionally instead of from a base, and diners who know the difference say so unprompted. Everything is cooked to order. Combination plates pairing stir fried vegetables, rice, wonton soup and grilled pork make it an easy first visit for anyone unfamiliar with the menu.

What to know

• The brisket pho is the dish most often singled out.
• Table sauces let you set the heat yourself.
• Some diners report the pork in the summer rolls running dry.
• The restaurant is closed on Sunday.