From the outside, this restaurant looks like an old school ran down pool hall. What you wouldn't expect is that this is actually one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in Seattle. The second you walk in, you will feel transported to a completely new place. One half is dedicated to pool and billiards while the other is an welcoming sit down restaurant with paintings and flowers. With the combination of dimmed lights with the neon strip above the bar, Billiard Hoang provides a laid back and inviting atmosphere; a perfect place to play a round of pool and enjoy cold drinks. The most surprising thing beyond ambiance was the food. I never would've expected a place like this to be serving what I see as the best Vietnamese food in Seattle. Recently, vermicelli noodle bowls have been my favorite dishes to order at Vietnamese restaurants, and Billiard Hoang does not disappoint. I ordered one with grilled pork with the addition of an egg roll. Freshly fried, the egg roll comes out piping hot, with an array of fresh vegetables atop a bed of soft and delicious vermicelli noodles. After adding the side of nuoc cham sauce, you get a perfectly balanced bowl that has it all. The dish that impressed me the most was the 5-spice roasted chicken. This is a rice plate that features a red fried rice. The chicken was extremely moist and juicy while having perfectly crunchy skin, complimented by a slightly crunchy and aromatic fried rice on the side. Together, these made for a yummy chicken rice plate that I would absolutely come back for. Although simple, this dish makes for a quick and easy bite that would be perfect to go after a long day of work. With a vast menu, there are still a lot of things I would like to taste. We didn't get any of the noodle soups, but based on my recent experience, I would love to come back and try! And for Seattle prices, it is rare to see that everything on the menu comes in under 20 dollars. But portions are still sizable and plenty to fill you up. If you are ever looking for delicious Vietnamese comfort food for a good price, Billiard Hoang is an amazing option.