The bustling Red Lotus Vietnamese Chargrill breathes energy and life into its quiet locale in Annerley. From outside, glowing-red lotus lampshades hanging from the ceiling attract attention. Inside bespoke laser-cut screening and timber furniture set a humble scene where Vietnamese poetry about the lotus flower line a feature wall. This family run business is the sister restaurant to nearby Cafe O Mai which serves up delicious Vietnamese breakfast and lunch offerings. Red Lotus, however, is a nighttime affair that is packed most nights with diners indulging in exotic Vietnamese dishes like Mountain Goat Curry and Duck Doggy Style as well as dishes from the chargrill the likes of Three Religion Pork Belly and Dat Lamb.