Ladudu has just joined the growing list of independent stores and cafes at the new Grand Union development near Stonebridge Park Tube station.
It was founded by Teresa Le – who previously ran a successful restaurant in West Hampstead – and combines home-cooked dishes with creative interpretations of Vietnamese cuisine.
On the menu are classic dishes such as pho, stir-fries, rich curries and fresh Vietnamese salads alongside weekly specials.
Customers can also enjoy Matcha teas and homemade desserts, with veg and halal meat sourced from suppliers in nearby Park Royal.
Teresa said: “Ladudu is all about happy, healthy, and hearty food. The name draws inspiration from the Vietnamese language, with “đủ” meaning enough – an important reminder of the balance needed in all things.
“This philosophy runs throughout the menu, which focuses on nourishing dishes made using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
“Grand Union’s accessible location and friendly local community make it the ideal home to launch our new restaurant.
“After over 15 years working in the food industry, including running a successful restaurant in West Hampstead, I look forward to bringing Ladudu’s fresh flavours to Wembley, and becoming a key part of this thriving neighbourhood.”
Open from 11am to 5pm the restaurant also has a private dining space and play area for children, and is planning to run family-friendly community workshops and classes to teach foodies how to cook authentic Vietnamese dishes.
For those wanting to recreate the dishes at home, Ladudu is also selling its sauces and ingredients to take away.
Ladudu at Grand Union opened on Wednesday, February 18 at a new neighbourhood of 3,350 homes, shops and leisure spaces being developed by Berkeley Group.
Play café Full of Beans, Peapods nursery, an Anytime Fitness gym, Crepes + Coffee café, and a Co-op store are already in situ ready for the first residents moving in from July.
The group’s managing director Marcus Blake said: “Supporting local entrepreneurs is a key part of our vision for Grand Union’s lively neighbourhood, and Teresa’s passion and creativity perfectly reflects the spirit of the community we are building here.”
Ladudu is now open daily between 11am and 5pm except Tuesdays at 10 Quay Walk, Stonebridge.
