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From savory banh can pancakes to crispy banh xeo, succulent mountain goat meat, and more, exploring the gastronomic delights of Phan Rang, Ninh Thuan promises an unforgettable experience.
Discover the unique culinary delights of Phan Rang
Here are tantalizing dishes and recommended dining spots for travelers eager to delve into Phan Rang's culinary scene.
Banh xeo and banh can pancakes
Quan Que Huong (133 Tran Quang Dieu): A bustling eatery renowned for its delectable banh xeo and banh can pancakes in Phan Rang. Despite its popularity, be prepared for a wait due to its popularity. The banh xeo boasts authentic Central Vietnamese flavors, filled with shrimp, squid, pork, and bean sprouts, priced at 7,000 VND per piece. Meanwhile, the banh can pancakes are priced at 2,000 VND each. Despite the crowds, quality remains top-notch, and the staff are exceptionally friendly.
Quan Hai (Yen Ninh, Phan Rang): This sidewalk eatery offers a breezy and spacious ambiance. Their delicious banh can and banh xeo, coupled with reasonable prices, attract numerous diners. A must-visit spot in Ninh Thuan.
Banh Can Le Loi (58 Le Loi): A sidewalk stall renowned for its delectable banh can in Phan Rang. The banh can here is crispy, hot, and fragrant with egg aroma, served with finely ground peanut sauce and fish sauce. Prices are relatively cheap, around 15,000 VND for a plate of 8 pieces.
Moreover, the area around Ca Lake (behind 16/4 Park) or along Quang Trung Street also hosts several excellent banh can and banh xeo stalls, worth a visit for culinary delights.
Banh canh noodle soup
Nhuong Banh Canh Eatery (284 Ngo Gia Tu): Considered the reigning champion of banh canh in Phan Rang. Despite its small counter and modest stainless steel tables and chairs, the eatery boasts a spacious, clean environment and enthusiastic service. The banh canh here is delicious and budget-friendly, priced at 15,000 VND per bowl, making it a noteworthy destination in Phan Rang.
Ba Bon Banh Canh (75 Ngo Gia Tu): Open from morning till evening, this place is particularly bustling during breakfast and dinner hours. Their signature banh canh boasts rich broth flavors and a mildly spicy pepper kick, perfect for any mealtime. Additionally, they offer various other banh canh variations, all equally delicious and enticing. Prices range from 12,000 to 22,000 VND per bowl, depending on your choice of toppings.
Chicken rice
Khanh Ky Chicken Rice (61 Tran Quang Dieu): Among the finest chicken rice spots in Phan Rang. The chicken rice here boasts a distinct flavor compared to elsewhere. Chicken is priced per piece, with each piece costing around 24,000 VND and rice at 9,000 VND per plate.
Phuoc Thanh Chicken Rice (03 Tran Quang Dieu): A popular choice for delicious chicken rice among visitors to Phan Rang. The establishment offers a cool ambiance and excellent service. Chicken is also priced per piece, ranging from 20,000 to 55,000 VND per serving.
Ngoc Chicken Rice (22 Tran Binh Trong): This establishment, run by a Chinese chef, offers a unique flavor compared to the aforementioned chicken rice spots. The chicken here is guaranteed to be hygienic, ensuring food safety without worries. Prices here are around 50,000 VND per meal.
Banh hoi with pig's offal
Phuoc Khanh Banh Hoi (Phuoc Khanh village): Banh hoi, a dish brought in by the people of Ninh Thuan, has been transformed into a local specialty here. Phuoc Khanh Banh Hoi is only available in the afternoon and tends to be crowded. The dish includes a plate of banh hoi, boiled offal, fish cake, fried fat, raw vegetables, rice paper dipped in water, and various dipping sauces such as fermented fish sauce and peanut sauce. Diners can adjust the flavor of the dipping sauce to their liking. It's a must-try experience to taste Phuoc Khanh Banh Hoi when you visit Ninh Thuan.
Jellyfish vermicelli
Mrs. Hoa's Jellyfish Vermicelli (Le Loi Street): The owner has built a brand for jellyfish vermicelli here for over 10 years, making it a well-known spot in Phan Rang. The vermicelli sits at the bottom, topped with jellyfish, sprinkled with roasted peanuts, spring onions, and flooded with broth... Enhance the flavor with shrimp paste, finely chopped green chilies, and mixed raw vegetables. The rich and fragrant taste is delightful. The stall operates from 3 PM to 7 PM every day. A bowl here costs 25,000 VND.
Mountain goat meat
Tri Tam Goat Hotpot (174 Thong Nhat): This is the place to savor authentic Ninh Thuan mountain goat meat. Particularly praised here is the sautéed goat meat, deemed delicious by many patrons. The spacious and airy establishment boasts attentive staff. A hotpot serving here is sufficient for 2 people, priced at around 250,000 VND.
Ethnic specialty - Ninh Binh mountain goat (Luong The Vinh Street) is a fine establishment offering delectable mountain goat dishes, with ample space and a cool atmosphere. For an optimal dining experience, visit in the evening, as the stall only opens from 4 PM to 10 PM. They prepare various goat dishes such as hotpot, grilled, and porridge. Quality is excellent, and prices are reasonable.
Sand worm
Tieng Xua Restaurant (16/4 Street): Sand worm can be considered a 'super specialty' of Phan Rang. Tieng Xua is a quite luxurious and elegant restaurant in Phan Rang, specializing in seafood dishes, especially grilled sand worm. If you visit Phan Rang without trying sand worm, you don't understand Ninh Thuan cuisine.
Chon Que Eatery (Thong Nhat Street): Located at Ba Loi Bridge on Thong Nhat Street, this eatery boasts a spacious and airy atmosphere. Diners are not only impressed by the rustic architectural space but also by the quality of the dishes. The eatery specializes in seafood, beef, duck, and especially sand worm dishes like grilled sand worm, sand worm salad, sand worm cooked with sour starfruit leaves... The aroma is delicious and extremely enticing.
Beef hotpot
So Ri Beef Hotpot (137 Le Loi): Not as upscale as high-end restaurants, So Ri beef hotpot is a true budget-friendly drinking spot attracting quite a large number of diners with its rustic charm. Besides beef hotpot, the eatery also offers a wide variety of dishes, from fish hotpot, seafood to enticing grilled, fried, and steamed dishes. The eatery is open from 3 PM to 11 PM daily.
A. Thien Beef Hotpot (147 Le Loi): As a restaurant specializing in beef hotpot in Thap Cham land, diners should come here to enjoy once when visiting Phan Rang. This is just a budget-friendly eatery, but the service quality is very good. Choosing this as a dining destination for the family when visiting Phan Rang is quite reasonable.
Duck meat
Ma Thanh Duck Porridge (94A Hai Thuong Lan Ong): Duck meat is a delicious and nutritious dish, familiar to many. Ma Thanh Duck Porridge is a must-try spot when you visit Phan Rang. The duck meat is tender, and the porridge is perfectly seasoned. The eatery opens from late afternoon until late night. Each bowl here costs from 15,000 to 30,000 VND.
Mrs. Tam's Eatery (Ngô Gia Tự Street) and Mrs. Tam 2 (16/4 Street): Well-known for tasty duck meat in Thap Cham land. These eateries specialize in duck porridge and duck salad. They open late, around 5 PM, but due to their quality and reputation, they attract many diners. If you're slow, arriving after 8 PM, you might find no seats left. The prices are reasonable, so you don't have to worry about being overcharged.
Street food
Nguyen Van Troi Grilled Rice Paper (opposite 26 Nguyen Van Troi): The eatery is always crowded, so arrive early if you want a seat. It's quite famous for its delicious and affordable snacks. The grilled rice paper is generously filled, and the dipping sauce is specially prepared and tasty. The space is a bit narrow as it operates on the sidewalk, but the staff are enthusiastic and efficient.
Banana Soup Stall (Thong Nhat Street): A pretty good banana soup stall in Phan Rang. Although you're not unfamiliar with banana soup, this dish has its own distinctive flavor in Ninh Thuan. The soup here isn't too watery but offers a variety of ingredients, making it delicious without being overwhelming.
16/4 Square Area (16/4 Street): Diverse street snacks such as grilled sweet potatoes, grilled corn, boiled corn, balut eggs, dried stingray, and grilled rice paper with shrimp paste... open from 4 PM to 10 PM. This area has many stalls, with similar quality, so you can enjoy eating with affordable prices.
According to Vnexpress.net
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Reference: Travel Guide Mytour
MytourJanuary 5, 2016
