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Breakfast in Hạ Long
What to eat for breakfast in Hạ Long? When visiting Hạ Long, Hải Phòng, or any coastal province, in my opinion, seafood noodles or seafood flat cakes are the perfect choices for a fulfilling breakfast. The sweet taste of the broth and the fresh flavor of seafood will undoubtedly leave you enchanted. However, if you're not a fan of soupy dishes, Minh Hòa squid sticky rice, Mrs. Ngân's squid rolled rice cakes, Aunt Huệ's rolled cake with squid, and ancient town sandwich are ideal dry options for breakfast in Hạ Long.
Squid Sticky Rice in Hạ Long
For a complete breakfast experience in Hạ Long, indulge in seafood noodles or seafood flat cakes at Chiến Công eatery on Trần Nhật Duật street, priced from 30,000đ to 50,000đ. Alternatively, explore renowned markets in Hạ Long like Loong Toòng market, Vườn Đào market, or the slope number 2 for an authentic taste of this dish. If you prefer dry options, head to the culinary street Giếng Đồn, the ancient town outside Sun World, with prices ranging from 20,000đ to 100,000đ.
Lunch in Hạ Long
For lunch, dine at seafood restaurants to savor the essence of the sea. Adding a touch of 'lemongrass and ginger' is a perfect way to fully enjoy the unique flavors of this coastal region. However, prices may vary depending on the quality and scale of each restaurant. Check out the top affordable and high-quality restaurants in Hạ Long for the most accurate choice for your lunch.
Menu of Phương Nam Restaurant
Our recommended spot is Phương Nam Restaurant. Though not as widely known as its counterparts like Hồng Hạnh, Cua Vàng, Cổ Ngư, just a year ago, it has seemingly captured the hearts of most visitors. With a cozy European-style design, fresh and delicious seafood, and the most reasonable prices, this is undoubtedly a great choice for your lunch in Hạ Long.
Price Range: 100,000đ - 450,000đ
Address: Đỗ Sĩ Họa, Bãi Cháy, Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh
Dinner in Hạ Long
After a satisfying meal and perhaps a bit of wine, the evening is perfect for immersing yourself in the vibrant culinary scene of Hạ Long. Beyond seafood, dining in Hạ Long during the evening lets you experience a culinary paradise. For a light option, indulge in famous desserts like sweet soup at Loong Toòng market (Hạ Long II), Cái Dăm market, Tuấn Liên Lán Bè yogurt, fried sour fermented pork, sausages, and cheese sticks at the culinary street Giếng Đồn. If you prefer something else, try rib porridge, clam porridge, balut eggs, and hot fried dough at the slope behind Hạ Long II market. For a heartier option, visit Sam Bà Tỵ, and savor their unique sweet and sour sam sauce - an unparalleled evening specialty in this beautiful city.
Clam Porridge behind Hạ Long II market
Prices vary depending on the street food, ranging from 5,000 - 70,000đ
Address: Throughout Bãi Cháy area and Hòn Gai area
>>> Explore the top 8 incredibly delicious and affordable street food stalls in Hạ Long here.
Dinner in Hạ Long
In my opinion, after a long day of exploration, the evening is the perfect time to savor every moment in Hạ Long's Old Quarter. Here, you'll find a plethora of restaurants, cafes, bars, pubs, and entertainment areas for your entire family. So, what to have for dinner in Hạ Long? The Old Quarter boasts many highly-reviewed, budget-friendly eateries on TripAdvisor, such as Papa’s BBQ, May corner, Rock house pizza, Avocado, and more. Most of these establishments have menus displayed at the entrance, allowing you to check prices and choose a place that suits your preferences.
Old Quarter at Sun World Hạ Long Park
Moreover, if you're seeking beverages, this is truly a paradise. From renowned milk tea brands like Ding Tea Hạ Long, Hey tea, Yi Fang, Gong Cha, to coffee shops with unique and eye-catching designs. Lastly, there's an array of indoor and outdoor bars. All you need right now is a bottle of beer and to dance the night away. Notable bars and pubs here include 45A pub, six pub, all of which usually play music until 1 am - 2 am.
Prices: For the mentioned restaurants, they may range from tens to hundreds. As for beverages, prices mostly depend on whether you're having beer, coffee, or milk tea.
Address: Old Quarter, Hạ Long, entrance of Sun World Park.
Means of Transportation
Primarily spanning from Bãi Cháy to Hòn Gai, to reach the destinations of the Food Tour, you can choose from some common means of transportation in Hạ Long, such as:
- Motorbike: If not traveling by your own, you can use motorbike rental services. The cost is typically around 100,000đ for manual bikes and 120,000đ for automatic bikes. Some reputable places to rent motorbikes include Hùng Thắng: 0979 826 098, Hạ Long Motorbike: 0979 211 718, 0986 222 292, Kim Dung: 0912 026 766, Alex Qảng Ninh: 0922 863 628, and more.
- Car: In Hạ Long, you can rent a car or call a taxi for convenient transportation. There is a variety of taxi companies here, such as Mai Linh Taxi, Bãi Cháy Taxi, Đại Lợi Taxi, Đông Bắc Taxi, Hạ Long Taxi, Hòn Gai Taxi, Minh Anh Taxi, Sao Mai Taxi, Hưng Thịnh Taxi, Vạn Lộc Taxi, and more.
Taxi Service in Hạ Long
Above is my one-day itinerary of 'eating through Hạ Long.' I hope all these experiences will help you better understand the 1-day food tour in Hạ Long. Don't hesitate, book your Hạ Long hotel and Van Don flight tickets to embark on the food tour now!
For a comprehensive exploration of the beautiful coastal city, consider the suggested self-guided Hạ Long itinerary for a budget-friendly trip. Incorporate the Hạ Long food tour journey mentioned above and plan the most suitable trip for yourself. Check out more enjoyable experiences in Hạ Long from the 9x group in this article for many useful tips.
If you're unsure where to start or how to prepare, contact Mytour Travel at the hotline 1900 2083 or book high-quality, cost-effective Hạ Long tours!
Daisy Ng
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