Good Girl Dinette

Melissa Gage

Contributor

Offering a welcome alternative to Highland Park's slew of Mexican eateries, this popular spot serves up Vietnamese fusion in a sleek, urban storefront. Inside, the space is simple, clean and stylish, with tall ceilings, an exposed brick wall and plywood tables. While the menu features Vietnamese mainstays like pho and banh mi (simply called "baguettes" here), you'll also find some all-American comfort food influences. Starters include spicy shoestring fries sprinkled with garlic, cilantro and chiles, and rice cakes topped with tofu and scallions. Rice noodle salads, beef stew and curry dishes…