With its eclectic menu of contemporary Vietnamese fare, Dzo Viet Eatery aims to show Toronto that there’s more to Vietnamese cuisine than the familiar bowl of pho.
Many items draw on recipes passed down from co-owner David Tong’s late mother, and others introduce a modern, fusion element to the menu.
These riffs on classic dishes are balanced by street food-style skewers and more traditional entrees like clay pot slow-braised pork belly with hard-boiled egg, pickled cabbage, fresh herbs and steamed rice.
Cocktails put a Vietnamese-influenced twist on bar standards.
“My partner and I have previous experience in marketing, sales, and the hospitality industry but [we’ve] never opened a restaurant from scratch, let alone during the pandemic,” says co-owner Jackson Mou.
“The most difficult aspect of launching during the pandemic was introducing the new concept of fusion Vietnamese food to guests through takeout,” he adds, noting how much Dzo Viet Eatery’s decor, service, and plating were designed to enhance the dining experience.
“We saw amazing support during the two months we had dine-in in 2020, which encouraged us to keep going,” says
Mou.
308 Dundas St. W.