Ha Long Bay

EAST TUCSON. Ha Long Bay is an actual place in northeast Vietnam, a place associated with a fantastic legend which is depicted in an intriguing mural in this cozy Tucson restaurant. You'll want to start with a smoothie or slush made with fresh tropical fruits like mangos, papayas and coconut. The cooling properties of the drink are the perfect foil for a bowl of spicy, brothy soup. Accompanied by plates of piquant garnishes like cilantro, sprouts and hot peppers, these soups make a fabulously flavorful light meal. Although many of the dishes contain beef, pork, shrimp or chicken, vegetarians will find plenty of choices as well.