Different kind of Vietnamese

Untitled, a photo by szachko on Flickr.

When thinking of Vietnamese food, we usually think of those places in Chinatown. However, we kind of forgot that there were some French period in Vietnamese history as well.

When thinking of Tenafly, we rarely think about Vietnamese; however, this little quint place reminds us that part strange counter of European taste in that beautiful far east country.

Stuffed French Toast @ La Isla

Stuffed French Toast @ La Isla, a photo by szachko on Flickr.

Have you seen Bobby Fay's Throw Down show? This is one of places where he was defeated. This is Hoboken pride Stuffed French Toast from La Isla.

Sweet

Sweet, originally uploaded by szachko.

While people will wait for hours to visit Cake Boss, we still like to visit this secret gem of our own which is just 10 minutes away from the Boss...

Maroon Cafe

Maroon Cafe, Hoboken, originally uploaded by szachko.

At the backstreet of Hoboken, here is Maroon Cafe. Setting is simple and peaceful. If you are tired of all the franchises, then why don't you stop by for sips of coffee and play the puzzles? The owner claims if you can solve the puzzle you get a free drink...
http://www.marooncafe.com/

Hoboken-BIN 14 Trattoria Wine Bar

BIN 14
Originally uploaded by S. Zachko

1314 Washington St
Hoboken, NJ 07030

(201) 963-9463

Trattoria is said less formal than a ristorante but more formal than an osteria. BIN 14 is definitely a casual hang out place for friends and families. Restructuring from an old Irish bar, BIN 14 still maintains some old trace of pub house with stylish SOHO style deco.

As the first visitors of the Saturday brunch, we managed to settle ourselves in the best corner of the house to review the entire store design. It is a typical space in Hoboken store space- Long and Narrow. The mirror with tree bar frame reflects the different view of the other side of restaurant.

As indicating in its name, Trattoria Wine Bar serves casual Italian food like salads, omelet, Bruschetta. If you are hungry and want a big pile of Pasta, then you need to go couple more blocks towards downtown area. If you are looking for something casual and delicious snack, then you are in the right place. I had the best grilled shrimps bruschetta, and truffle fries.

I could not say this is the best place for wine tasting since we were in the place too early for wine tasting. However, this will be a nice place to have a glass of wine and snack to have a wise conversation with friends....