Chả Giò (Vietnamese Crispy Spring Rolls) have been a staple of Vietnamese cooking for generations, and at Bolsa Restaurant they remain one of the most popular items on the menu. Our spring rolls are made fresh with a filling of seasoned ground pork, transparent glass noodles, rehydrated wood ear mushrooms, finely shredded carrot, and taro — all bound with egg and aromatics for a cohesive, flavourful filling.
Each roll is carefully wrapped in a thin layer of rice paper before being deep-fried until perfectly golden and shatteringly crisp. The result is an incredibly satisfying crunch that gives way to a savoury, fragrant interior. Our sweet chili dipping sauce — bright, slightly tangy, with a gentle kick of chili heat — is the perfect companion. Chả Giò are delicious as a standalone starter, or try them on top of a Bún Thịt Nướng bowl for added crunch and flavour — a very popular combination at Bolsa.
The Art of the Perfect Crispy Spring Roll
The secret to great Chả Giò lies in the wrapping technique and frying process. Too much filling causes the rolls to burst; too little and they are hollow and unsatisfying. At Bolsa Restaurant, our kitchen team wraps each roll with the right proportion of filling to wrapper — tight enough to hold shape, with enough surface area to crisp up beautifully in the fryer. The rolls are fried in small batches at the right temperature to ensure even golden colour without any greasiness.
Pair Them With Your Noodle Bowl
One of the most popular ways to enjoy Chả Giò at Bolsa Restaurant is as an add-on to a vermicelli bowl. Simply request Chả Giò on top of your Bún Thịt Nướng or Bún Gà Nướng Sả, and the crispy rolls add an incredible textural contrast to the soft noodles and fresh herbs. It is a combination that is deeply rooted in southern Vietnamese cuisine and one that our Calgary SE regulars love.
Order Online or Visit Us in Macleod Plaza
Chả Giò are best enjoyed fresh and hot, straight from the fryer. Add them to your online order and pick them up at Bolsa Restaurant — we will fry them to order so they are at their crispiest when you collect them. Bolsa Restaurant is at 180 94 Ave SE in Macleod Plaza, easily accessible from anywhere in southeast Calgary. We are open Monday to Saturday.
