Lê Madeline

The 38 Best Restaurants in Boston | Eater Boston

"Longstanding Vietnamese noodle shop Pho Linh has morphed into Lê Madeline, an ambitious restaurant where chef Peter Nguyen (Eater Boston’s chef of the year in 2024) brings an exciting, experimental edge to traditional Vietnamese fare. Case in point: the tôm hùm rang me, a gotta-try fried lobster roll topped with little pearls of tobiko, and the bò lúc lắc, featuring cubes of filet mignon marinated in a trophy-worthy house sauce. Nguyen is also great at keeping things interesting with fun chef collaborations and a steady stream of new menu ideas; keep an eye on Instagram to stay updated on all the latest happenings at the restaurant. Best for: The diner who wants to understand how the next generation of industry talent is shaping Boston’s dining scene." - Erika Adams