This place has been in Box Hill for 30 years, surviving and even flourishing in the light of competitor after competitor. It has even outlasted its competitor across the road - a restaurant once called Sunny Court. The only other place with equivalent longevity is Indochine (please see my review of this place)

As a testament to its consistency and quality, the restaurant is busy almost every night which means that bookings are be best way to ensure a seat. Whether it be a Tuesday night or a Friday night the place is busy.

Favorites at this place include the Vietnamese crepe - a nutritious and tasty blend of prawns, lean pork, bean sprouts, and veggies all wrapped in a golden yellow, light and flaky crepe. Cut a piece, add the sauce and lettuce and away you go - textures of crispy crepe mixed with the smoothness of the veggies, prawns that are cooked just right and crunchy bean sprouts provide a taste sensation.

Sizzling Rockling fish is another recommended dish - add the fish and the sauce to bowls of rice and the flavour shines through the rice and the fish pieces.

Chicken Maryland with tomato rice, a traditional Vietnamese dish is also recommended. A piece of deep fried chicken with rice infused with tomato flavour blends well to make a great dish if you are not sharing dishes but ordering single serves as does the broken rice with its mix of fried egg, various meats and veggies.

Some may complain about serving sizes - they re not large by any means but can be considered sufficient given that prices have not risen significantly and remember you are looking at quality over quantity.

The longevity of this place reflects its quality, however from time to time service can be slow or abrupt as there are so many diners in the place whether it be 6pm or 8pm dining - especially on Fridays or Saturdays. Sometimes there are insufficient staff for the floor when the place reaches peak capacity. On a value for money vs quality comparison, it represents good value for money for good quality food.

Approximate cost: $15

Had my first meal in Melbourne here in this restaurant.

From my memories the price wasn't exactly cheap for the quality or the serving (don't get me wrong food isn't bad). I've dined here probably 3 or 4 times ever since then.

I wouldn't recommend getting any entrées from this place. had spring rolls once, regretted badly.

They offer tables outside, which can get a bit busy (path is narrow to begin with, then add all the population that travel through BH Metro, you have a disaster).

Service was quite alright. I remember tipping a few times, I only tip when I'm happy with the service.

Have been going to years. Always busy but fast service. Good food but not traditional. Very western Vietnamese. Meal sizes are getting smaller and more expensive.

Approximate cost: $16

Have been here many a times and recommend it for the variety and yummy Vietnamese food, quick service and very reasonable price. Only draw back is that it is busy and parking can be tricky. Book ahead and be prepared to pay a little for parking if the street is full.

Approximate cost: $15

Have been here many many times. Food is amazing and fantastic value. Have been there with the family (6 adults), shared entrees of Vietnamese spring rolls, variety of mains, drinks etc. and spent approximately $20 per head. Always busy, usually queue waiting, advisable to book. Can be a bit noisy.

Quick efficient and delicious. Wont break the bank, servings are good size. go with friends and share! Hanoi spring rolls and Vietnamese pancakes are divine! Can get a little noisy.

Approximate cost: $16-20

A great Vietnamese restaurant. There are a plethora of great Asian restaurants in Box Hill and this is one of the best!l The food quality is exceptional and it is incredibly reasonably priced. It is a noisy restaurant, but the food makes up for the, at times, loud atmosphere. Staff are pretty blunt, but who cares when the food is so damn good and cheap!

nice food . but when it gets busy service gets a little bit sloppy. but overall nice food.It is also licenced.

Approximate cost: $15

Tien-Dat is a premier Vietnamese restaurant in the area. It is only matched by Indochine down the road, who is owned by the same family. The food is the best, and prices are reasonable. You can get a large rice noodle soup for around $10.

Approximate cost: $10-23

tien dat has quality food at good prices. it is small and tight fitting and you feel as though you are sitting on top of the next table but the food is worth it. great rice paper rolls.