"She was a chef, and she didn't realize it, but she was creating this spectacular dish that became so popular. Her unwavering vision led to the success of our restaurant."
The An family fled Vietnam in 1975 and established Crustacean SF, known for its garlic noodles. The restaurant features a secret kitchen, a legacy from Thanh Long. Owner Monique An describes how her grandmother, Diana, transformed an Italian deli into a Vietnamese restaurant. Helene, Monique's mother, innovated Vietnamese cuisine by blending French and Chinese influences, creating signature dishes like roast Dungeness crab and garlic noodles. These dishes became popular, drawing attention from diners curious about the kitchen's secrets.
Read at ABC7 Los Angeles
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