Overview
The self-proclaimed 'queen of rice paper rolls' is expanding yet again, this time taking up residence along Glebe Point Road. Residing in the space which previously housed La Boheme European Restaurant, Miss Chu's new inner city tuckshop will surely be met with throngs of excited locals as she opens the doors today.
Owner Nahji Chu hasn't changed her style over the years, despite the speed with which her empire is growing (and after wresting her business back from administrators). The Glebe Tuckshop, like the other venues, includes a kitschy interior and bustling service model. The major change, though, is the much larger space that better resembles a full-on restaurant.
The menu may rely on the classics, but it's also seriously extended to match the larger space. From the aforementioned rice paper rolls, options will include old favourite tiger prawn rolls ($8) as well as the new sashimi tuna rolls ($13.50). The banh mi section has many of these Vietnamese sandwiches available throughout the day as opposed to lunch only — think braised beef brisket ($9) and grilled chicken and pate ($9). The steamed dumplings even include dessert options, from organic chocolate to Nutella buns ($3). Of the new offerings, we're most excited to try the vegan banh xeo ($14), a Vietnamese crepe which is on today's chalkboard specials.
Vegetarian and vegan options take an even wider role across the Glebe menu. Sticking to her business model, the dishes are still made of sustainable, ethical ingredients and are, most importantly, fast food that doesn't taste cheap at all.
From Melbourne to Manly, Miss Chu has fast become the majesty of Viet fare in Australia. Damn the administrators.
Miss Chu's Glebe Tuckshop is located at 199 Glebe Point Road, Glebe. Open seven days a week from 11am to 9pm.