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Amidst breathtaking landscapes and fascinating destinations, Phu Quoc captivates travelers with its diverse culinary scene, featuring renowned delicacies that are simply irresistible.
Discover 29 irresistible delicacies from Phu Quoc that will tantalize your taste buds.
1. Trich fish salad
Address to indulge:
– Song Xanh Seafood Restaurant: 30/4 Street, Ward 1, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
Discover the exquisite flavors of Vietnamese cuisine at Quán Việt with their signature dish of smoked herring salad and assorted grilled delights. Located at 261 Nguyen Trung Truc, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
2. Bamboo shoot vermicelli
Though often overlooked in the realm of Vietnamese culinary treasures, bamboo shoot vermicelli stands out as a beloved specialty of Phu Quoc Island. A bowl of bamboo shoot vermicelli typically consists of mackerel or anchovy, coconut milk broth, papaya, fresh herbs, and fresh vermicelli noodles. What sets bamboo shoot vermicelli apart is the minced mackerel or anchovy, fried to a crisp with fragrant lemongrass, chili, and garlic. For an extra kick, you can add aromatic herbs and red chili to your bowl, enhancing the gastronomic experience.
Indulge in the authentic flavors of Phu Quoc at Ut Luom Restaurant, located at 42 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
Experience the essence of Bamboo Shoot Vermicelli at Bamboo Shoot Vermicelli 87, situated at 87 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
3. Phu Quoc wild chicken
For those who are enthusiasts of dishes made from chicken meat, one must not overlook Phu Quoc's smoked chicken. The tender, sweet, and fragrant chicken meat, whether boiled or prepared into various other dishes, is equally enticing, such as: braised chicken with green chili, shredded chicken salad, mixed chicken salad...
Address to indulge:
- Khoi Chicken House - 100 Tran Hung Dao, Ward 7, Duong Dong Town, Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province.
- Bà Loan's Smoked Chicken Restaurant - Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
4. Lingzhi Mushrooms
5. Cleverly Crafted Cakes
Location to buy:
– Dung's skillful cake shop – 43 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
– Thu Hien 2 skilled cake shop – 47 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
6. Coconut worm cake
Even though it's just a snack, coconut worm cake will delight many sweet lovers right from the first taste. The cake is made from main ingredients such as rice flour, coconut worm flour, coconut worm sugar, and coconut milk. The cake has a natural yellow color from ripe coconut worms and is wrapped in banana leaves, decorated with coconut fibers on top. The hot cakes are taken out of the steamer fragrant, sweet, and delicious, becoming a favorite snack for many people when visiting Phu Quoc night market. Diners often eat the cake with rich and creamy coconut milk, enticing.
Location to buy:
- Phu Quoc Night Market: situated along Bach Dang Street and partly on the routes of Ly Tu Trong, Nguyen Trai, and Le Loi, in Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province.
- Duong Dong Market: Ngô Quyền Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
7. Sea Cucumber
Sea cucumber, often referred to by Phu Quoc locals as 'don dot' or 'dot ngau', is a specialty of Phu Quoc favored by many due to its high nutritional content and its status as a precious medicinal ingredient for treating various ailments. Despite its peculiar appearance, soft and gelatinous like a leech with spikes, sea cucumber, when prepared into dishes, offers a unique and delicious taste. Some popular dishes made from Phu Quoc sea cucumber include stir-fried sea cucumber with vegetables, braised sea cucumber with quails, sea cucumber soup with papaya, stir-fried sea cucumber with water spinach... Particularly, sea cucumber porridge is a favorite among many diners visiting Phu Quoc.
Where to buy: Phu Quoc seafood market, Phu Quoc night market...
8. Raw Crab Blood Soup
Trimming crab roe is perhaps the trickiest step. The crab, still alive, needs to be thoroughly washed. Then, tie it tightly with a string into a bundle. Use sharp scissors to neatly cut the second joint of the crab leg. After finishing one side, switch to the next. The obtained roe is white, dripping onto the plate of pre-prepared crab meat. Adding crab roe brick can give the dish an appealing golden hue. Particularly, the crab roe, when frozen, takes on a slightly greenish tint. Diners often enjoy it with fresh herbs, roasted peanuts, sour starfruit, or bitter banana.
Location to indulge: Ra Khơi restaurant – 131 30/4 Street, Dương Đông, Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang.
9. Hàm Ninh Grouper
Hàm Ninh Grouper is an extremely famous delicacy of Phú Quốc. Female groupers have tender but grainy meat, while male ones have firm, fragrant flesh. Hàm Ninh Grouper can be prepared into various delicious dishes such as grouper rice, tamarind stir-fried grouper, spicy sour grouper soup, or chili salted grouper claws… However, boiled grouper with a bit of smashed lemongrass still preserves its freshness. People often enjoy boiled grouper meat dipped in a mixture of salt, lemon juice, and a dash of Phú Quốc pepper, which is extremely enticing.
Location to indulge:
– Sao Biển Hàm Ninh Restaurant – Hàm Ninh, Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang.
Discover the wonders of Biển Xanh Restaurant located at 47 Provincial Road, Hàm Ninh, Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang.
Looking to buy? Head over to Dương Đông market or any seafood market in Phú Quốc for your culinary needs.
Indulge in the savory delight of grilled biên mai shells.
For a taste sensation, visit Hương Biển Restaurant at 1 Võ Thị Sáu Street, Ward 2, Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang.
Savor the flavors of turmeric-infused grilled fish cake.
Experience the delectable charm of grilled turmeric fish cake.
Amidst the heavenly seascape teeming with seafood, there lies the renowned aromatic grilled turmeric fish, tempting every visitor to indulge. The natural sweetness of the sea fish combined with the boldness of turmeric, and the chewiness of betel leaves, creates an unforgettable Vietnamese delicacy.
Bach Giai Restaurant – located in the Corona Food Center complex, Bai Dai, Ganh Dau, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
12. Honeycomb sticky rice cake
Where to buy: Phu Quoc night market, Duong Dong market...
13. Sugar needle candy
Where to purchase: Phu Quoc night market, Duong Dong market...
Indulge in the savory delight of grilled squid eggs at Phu Quoc Island. The creamy eggs and tender meat exude a tantalizing aroma when grilled to perfection. Enjoy it with a side of pickled vegetables, fresh greens, and a zesty dipping sauce.
Experience the renowned dish of stirred noodles at Phu Quoc, a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The hallmark of this dish lies in the freshly made noodles, served with shrimp cake, fish cake, beef, and squid. Elevating its taste is the homemade dipping sauce, a blend of sugar, broth powder, salt, tamarind, and ground chili. Despite its simplicity, the harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors will leave a lasting impression.
Savor the authentic flavors of Northern Vietnamese cuisine at 123 Phu Quoc Restaurant, located at 138 Tran Hung Dao Street, Duong To, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
Delight in the iconic dish of stirred noodles at Phu Quoc, cherished by locals. This dish features fresh noodles made on-site, accompanied by shrimp cake, fish cake, beef, and squid. The highlight is the dipping sauce, personally crafted with ingredients like sugar, broth powder, salt, tamarind, and ground chili. Despite its simplicity, the refreshing taste of the noodles combined with the rich flavors of the dipping sauce will leave a lasting impression.
Relish in the flavorsome bún quậy, a famed dish among Phu Quoc locals. Characterized by fresh, handcrafted noodles served with shrimp cake, fish cake, beef, and squid. The standout element is the homemade dipping sauce, prepared with sugar, broth powder, salt, tamarind, and ground chili. While straightforward, the delightful blend of sweet and savory notes will linger on your palate.
For an authentic bún quậy experience, head to:
17. Peanut Delight 30 Flavors
Address:
Chouchou Phu Quoc:
– Branch 1: 2 Ly Tu Trong, Ward 1, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
– Branch 2: 128 Bach Dang, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
– Branch 3: Lot C1, Bach Dang (Phu Quoc night market).
18. Wild Berry Wine
Looking for a delightful wine experience in Phu Quoc? Look no further than wild berry wine. Made from ripe wild berries, this wine boasts a captivating red hue and offers a sweet aroma that will leave a lasting impression on your palate.
Visit Bảy Gáo Wild Berry Wine Distillery at 124 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kiên Giang.
19. Assorted Dried Goods
Available at: Night market in Phu Quoc, Duong Dong market...
20. Grilled Snakehead Fish
Ngự Uyển Restaurant – 336 Nguyen Trung Truc, Ward 12, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
21. Sea Urchin with Dragon Fruit Spikes
Address for indulgence: Dinh Cau Night Market or seafood stalls, restaurants in Phu Quoc…
22. Sea Cucumber
Where to buy: Phu Quoc Night Market, Duong Dong Market…
23. Barracuda
Barracuda, a prized seafood delicacy, abundant in the waters of Phu Quoc. After thorough cleaning, barracuda is transformed into various dishes such as grilling, hotpot, steaming, frying... Its tender and fragrant flesh, when grilled, enhances the irresistible flavor of the dish.
24. Tuna Noodle Soup
Visiting Phu Quoc, you'll find numerous eateries offering a variety of noodle soups, ranging from fish cake noodle soup to pork noodle soup... but the most exceptional is perhaps the tuna noodle soup, bearing the impressive taste of the coastal region. Here, the noodle soup features fresh and delicious tuna caught by local fishermen. Besides being an ingredient for the delicious noodle bowl, tuna is also prepared into fried fish cakes.
Where to enjoy:
Phung's Noodle Soup – 27 Bach Dang Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
Oil Lamp Noodle Soup – 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang.
Indulge in the exquisite delicacy of Grilled Abalone, a dish known for its captivating taste and premium quality. With its crispy and fragrant texture, abalone is beloved by many for its delectable flavor and health benefits.
Savor the essence of Sea Cucumber Tea, a luxurious beverage renowned for its unique taste and invigorating properties. Available at Ngự Uyển Restaurant – 336 Nguyễn Trung Trực, District Dương Đông, Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang.
Explore the culinary delight of Shrimp Paste Stir-Fry, a savory dish celebrated for its rich flavor and irresistible aroma. Discover it at various local markets including Dương Đông Market and Dinh Cậu Market.
Experience the refreshing blend of flavors with Seaweed Soup, a nourishing dish loved for its wholesome taste and health benefits. Perfect for a hearty meal or a revitalizing snack.
Indulge your taste buds with the tantalizing Seafood Pancake, a savory delicacy known for its crispy texture and succulent seafood filling. Available at select restaurants and street vendors throughout Phú Quốc.
Delight in the bold flavors of Stir-Fried Shrimp Paste, a traditional dish cherished for its robust taste and cultural significance. Explore the vibrant culinary scene of Phú Quốc and indulge in this culinary masterpiece.
Indulge in the savory flavor of Phu Quoc sea crab paste stir-fry, a delightful dish that captivates many diners with its addictive taste. You can also opt for neatly packaged jars of stir-fried sea crab paste as souvenirs after each trip.
Selling locations: Dinh Cau market, Phu Quoc night market…
28. Dried shark fin
Purchase address: Duong Dong market – Ngô Quyền street market, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kiên Giang.
29. Thanh Ca Mangoes
Thanh Ca Mangoes are renowned for their sweet fragrance, with very little fibrous texture when ripe. However, most visitors to Phu Quoc Island choose unripe mangoes as gifts, which have a tangy taste, paired with crab paste for a tantalizing flavor; whereas ripe mangoes exude a fragrant aroma, with thick sweet flesh, incredibly delicious.
Address for Sale: Various market areas in Phu Quoc Island...
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourNovember 8, 2023
