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Discover the essence of Hoi An's cuisine through its local eateries. Here are the top 18 delicious dining spots for an authentic experience!
Savoring Authentic Hoi An Cuisine: Top 18 Eateries for a Local Experience
1. Mrs. Buoi's Chicken Rice
Don't miss Mrs. Buoi's Chicken Rice, a renowned establishment in Hoi An known for its delightful chicken rice. Despite Mrs. Buoi's passing, her descendants continue her culinary legacy. The chicken is marinated with ginger and peanut oil before boiling, ensuring a succulent and flavorful dish.
Address: 22 Phan Chu Trinh, Minh An Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 10:30 AM–2:00 PM, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
2. Thanh's Cao Lau Restaurant
Located in the heart of Hoi An's ancient town, Thanh's Cao Lau is a popular eatery in Hoi An with over 20 years of history, offering authentic Cao Lau noodles. A bowl of Cao Lau here is always filled with tender pork, chewy noodles, fresh vegetables, crispy pork skin, and flavorful broth.
Address: 26 Thai Phien, Minh An Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM (closed on Mondays)
3. White Rose Dumplings at Hoa Hong Trang
The White Rose dumplings at Hoa Hong Trang bakery are shaped like roses. Originating from a Chinese family in Hoi An, this traditional craft has been preserved for over 130 years. The dumplings feature a sweet filling of shrimp, fragrant scent of white rice, rich and savory fried shallots, and a spicy kick of chili.
Address: 533 Hai Ba Trung, Hoi An City.
Opening Hours: 07:00 AM – 8:30 PM
4. Madam Khanh's Banh Mi
Madam Khanh's Banh Mi, also known as Queen Banh Mi, is a highly renowned banh mi shop in Hoi An's old town. The combination of crispy bread exterior and rich fillings inside has won over the taste buds of many. The meticulously prepared fillings, including eggs, grilled meat, char siu, Chinese sausage, pate, pork floss, and sauce, are all handmade by Madam Khanh's family following a nearly 40-year-old traditional recipe.
Address: 115 Tran Cao Van, Minh An Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 06:30 AM – 7:00 PM
5. Grandma Giap's Smashed Rice Cake with Stir-Fried Baby Clams
One of the delicious eateries in Hoi An specializing in smashed rice cakes is the humble Grandma Giap's near the foot of Cam Nam Bridge, north of the Thu Bon River. Despite its simplicity, the place is always bustling with diners because the smashed rice cakes here still retain their original traditional flavor after many years. Grandma Giap's smashed rice cakes are crispy, while the stir-fried baby clams are fragrant and perfectly seasoned.
Address: Near Cam Nam Bridge, Hamlet 1, Cam Nam Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
6. Bá Lễ Well's Sizzling Pancakes
Located in a small alley on Tran Hung Dao Street, Bá Lễ Well is famous for its sizzling pancakes, always crowded with customers. The pancakes are skillfully spread by hand and eaten piping hot. The pancake batter is made from premium rice flour, poured onto a small pan until evenly golden brown. After finishing their meal, customers enjoy a cup of tea brewed from Bá Lễ Well's well water to round off the experience.
Address: 45/51 Tran Hung Dao, Ward Minh An, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
7. Ba Xuy's Quang Noodle
Originally frequented by locals, Ba Xuy's Quang Noodle shop has gained popularity among tourists through word of mouth. The recipe for Quang Noodle has been passed down through generations from Ba Xuy. The noodles here are thick and hand-cut. Especially noteworthy are the delicious chicken and seafood Quang Noodles, which can be accompanied by additional seafood dishes such as steamed squid and steamed shrimp.
Address: 34 Phan Chau Trinh, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
8. Grandma Minh's Quang Noodles
In the days following liberation, starting from a humble shack by the riverbank, the customers were mainly familiar neighbors. Thanks to her delicious cooking secrets, Grandma Minh's reputation spread far and wide. The Quang Noodles here are served in clay or white porcelain bowls, containing golden turmeric noodles, simmered shrimp and meat, quail eggs, scallions, and crushed roasted peanuts.
Address: 61 18/8 Street, Minh An Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
9. Phuong's Banh Mi
This is a popular eatery in Hoi An known for its famous banh mi. The menu at this shop is very diverse with dozens of fillings, from various types of sausages and Chinese sausages to Western-inspired items such as ham, pate, sausage, cheese, smoked meat... and of course, not to mention the various sauces and mayonnaises made according to their own recipe.
Address: 2B Phan Chau Trinh, Cam Chau Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
10. Hoai River's Pancakes
Hoai River Pancake Restaurant is famous for its delicious Central Vietnamese pancakes, served with tasty dipping sauce. The spacious and airy ambiance allows diners to enjoy their meal comfortably. In addition to pancakes, the restaurant also serves various dishes such as grilled pork skewers, and grilled meat...
Address: 59/32 18th of August Street, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
11. Mrs. Thuan's Chicken Rice
Another delicious eatery in Hoi An worth mentioning is Mrs. Thuan's Chicken Rice. The chicken rice here is delightful with firm grains, visually pleasing light yellow color, and a gentle fragrance from the broth cooked together with the rice. In addition to chicken rice, the restaurant also offers shredded chicken salad, shredded chicken innards, and young chicken eggs for customers to add when eating rice. Despite being located in a slightly deserted alley, the rice shop is still well-known far and wide.
Address: 685/4, Hai Ba Trung, Minh An Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
12. Mrs. Bay's Waterfern Cake
Mrs. Bay's waterfern cakes are placed in small bowls, with black pepper and green specks of scallion on top of the shrimp and meat filling. You can add fish sauce and chili to enhance the flavor. When customers arrive, the owner arranges many bowls on a tray, scoops the filling, adds lard, chili sauce, fragrant scallions, and then serves them on the table.
Address: 2 Hoang Van Thu, Minh An Ward, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 1:30 PM–5:30 PM
13. Window Ice Cream Parlor
The window ice cream parlor impresses with its unique and enticing flavors. The special thing about this ice cream shop is that it doesn't sell at the main entrance like other shops but only through the window. Moreover, the ice cream flavors here are always changing.
Most of the ice cream flavors are made from Vietnamese tropical fruits. In addition, the shop owner also experiments with unique new flavors. Among them is a flavor with herbal tastes named pho-flavored ice cream.
Address: 188 Tran Phu, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
14. Ben Tre Eatery
The eatery located by the cool riverbank serves traditional dishes such as pounded rice cake with fermented fish sauce, stir-fried clams, and various sweet soups. Despite its rustic nature, the flavors of the dishes at Ben Tre Eatery never fail to attract tourists whenever they visit Hoi An.
Address: 98/1 Nguyen Tri Phuong, Cam Nam Ward, Hoi An.
15. Anh Dung Wonton
One of the unique dishes of Hoi An cuisine is wonton. Originating from the Chinese, but having existed for a long time in Hoi An, so if you have the opportunity to visit this livable city, you definitely cannot miss the experience of enjoying a delicious, enticing bowl of wonton. Anh Dung Wonton shop will be a reliable address for you to have a perfect Hoi An lunch. The menu of the shop offers you many options such as: fried pork wonton, chicken soup wonton, shrimp soup wonton...
Address: 14 Ba Trieu, Cam Pho Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Opening Hours: 07:00 AM–12:00 PM
16. Anh Xi Hoi An Chicken Rice
If you're a fan of Hoi An chicken rice, you shouldn't miss Anh Xi Chicken Rice. A plate of golden rice will be served with tender shredded chicken. When eating, you'll feel the natural sweetness of the chicken, the fragrant stickiness of the rice, and the flavorful broth. Anh Xi's shop also attracts customers with the friendly and cheerful demeanor of the owner.
Address: 47/2 Tran Hung Dao, Minh An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Opening Hours: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
17. Mr. Hai's Quang Noodles
If you're looking for a lunch spot or want to enjoy authentic Quang noodles, Mr. Hai's Noodles is the perfect place for you. At Mr. Hai's, you'll be treated to a delicious bowl of Quang noodles with vibrant turmeric-colored noodles. Each strand of noodles is skillfully handcrafted by the owner, so they appear slightly larger than other places, but the quality is unparalleled. The broth is also prepared according to a special recipe, ensuring the perfect balance of richness and sweetness. Toppings include pork, shrimp, and more, all harmoniously blended together to create a mouthwatering and addictive experience for diners.
Address: 6A Truong Minh Luong, Cam Chau, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Opening Hours: 07:30 AM–09:00 PM
18. Hoai Linh Eatery
Hoai Linh Eatery is a popular local eatery known for its simple setup but delicious food. Despite its simplicity, it's one of the top choices for dining in Hoi An. The menu features a variety of authentic Vietnamese dishes such as rice, stir-fried noodles, hotpot, and more. Additionally, the eatery serves a variety of desserts and beverages at affordable prices.
Address: 443 Hai Ba Trung, Hoi An, Quang Nam
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