"Then, another waiter came over to take our order, and I asked him about the soup again. He informed me that it was made with fish paste but offered to double-check. Sure enough, he returned with confirmation that it did contain fish paste. So we decided to order the rice noodles with tofu and vegetables instead.
To our surprise, the dish had a strong fishy smell! I asked about the broth because the taste was overpowering, and I learned they used potatoes. I usually avoid Asian restaurants unless they have a clear vegan menu, but it was a Sunday night, and there weren't many options available. It's frustrating how limited the choices are for vegans and vegetarians."
