Below are famous places to experience specialties in Hoi An that visitors should save in their discovery itinerary.
Thanh Cao Lau Restaurant
Cao Lau Thanh, located in the heart of Hoi An ancient town, is a famous restaurant with over 20 years of history, carrying the traditional flavor of the original Cao Lau noodle dish. A bowl of Cao Lau here is always full, including soft char siu, characteristic chewy noodles, fresh vegetables, crispy fried pork skin and rich char siu broth. With its delicious flavor and rustic space, Cao Lau Thanh has become a familiar address for locals and tourists when coming to Hoi An.
Madam Khanh Bread
Banh Mi Madam Khanh, also known as “The Banh Mi Queen”, is one of the most famous banh mi shops in Hoi An. The banh mi here has a crispy crust, with a variety of fillings from cold cuts, pate, to fresh vegetables and rich sauces. Each banh mi is a perfect combination of fresh ingredients, creating a rich, delicious flavor. Don’t miss the chance to stop by this small shop to enjoy Vietnam’s famous street food.
Gieng Ba Le Restaurant
Gieng Ba Le Restaurant is an impressive place to enjoy traditional Central dishes in a cozy and Hoi An-style space. The restaurant is famous for its specialties such as Quang noodles, banh dap, stir-fried mussels and special hot pot dishes. Ingredients are carefully selected, ensuring freshness, along with sophisticated processing, bringing diners memorable culinary experiences when visiting the ancient town.
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This is a famous banh mi shop in Hoi An, known for its unique flavors and rich menu. The shop offers dozens of diverse fillings, from traditional ingredients such as ham, Chinese sausage, to Western-style dishes such as ham, pate, sausage, cheese and bacon. The special highlight of the banh mi here is the sauces and mayonnaise mixed according to a special recipe, creating a rich and distinctive flavor that cannot be found anywhere else.
Mrs. Thuan’s Chicken Rice
Another famous restaurant in Hoi An that you should try is Mrs. Thuan’s chicken rice. The chicken rice at the restaurant is highly appreciated for its firm rice grains, eye-catching light yellow color and light fatty aroma from the chicken broth cooked with rice. In addition to chicken rice, the restaurant also serves side dishes such as shredded chicken salad, mixed chicken gizzards and young chicken eggs for customers to order more. Although located in a rather deserted alley, Mrs. Thuan’s chicken rice still attracts many diners because of its unique flavor and excellent quality.
Hoi An is not only famous for its ancient streets, but also a culinary paradise with countless unique dishes. From Cao Lau, Banh Mi to Chicken Rice, each dish has a traditional flavor, combined with creativity in the way it is prepared. A culinary journey in Hoi An will bring you unforgettable experiences, an opportunity to explore more deeply the culture and people here through flavorful dishes.
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