Benny Lai

James Beard America's Classics Award 2024. The Lai family has served Philadelphia's Chinatown since 1984, maintaining authentic Vietnamese recipes with fresh ingredients. Benny Lai represents the family's multi-generational commitment to Vietnamese culinary traditions in Philadelphia.

Career

• Family Business at Vietnam Restaurant, Philadelphia (1984-2000)
• Managing Partner at Vietnam Restaurant, Philadelphia (2000-2015)
• Owner-Operator at Vietnam Restaurant, Philadelphia (2015-present)