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Saigon is widely known as the culinary capital, with a plethora of delicious dishes from all over converging here. Among them, Ghẹ Bánh Canh holds a special place in the hearts of many. Join Mytour as we take a tour around Saigon to discover the 5 best spots for this savory delight.
Exploring Saigon's Top 5 Renowned Ghẹ Bánh Canh Joints
1. Cầu Bông Ghẹ Bánh Canh
It's safe to say that Cầu Bông is where the Ghẹ Bánh Canh craze began in Saigon. Despite its small size, this establishment attracts crowds, especially during peak hours. Even on rainy days, some patrons brave the weather, eagerly awaiting a seat. And it's not just for the food; they also steal glances at the vibrant red Ghẹ fish swimming gracefully amidst the round, white noodles in a broth made from fish bones, Ghẹ meat, and fragrant herbs.
Address: 2 Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Bình Thạnh District (at the foot of Cầu Bông Bridge)
Price: 60,000 VND/bowl
2. Spicy Salted Ghẹ Bánh Canh
Here, they only prepare a pot of broth in advance, starting to cut the noodles only when customers arrive. The noodle dough, self-prepared by the shop, has a slight difference - flat instead of round. The Ghẹ fish is caught only upon order, ensuring its freshness, then cooked together with the noodle dough and broth. Because it's fresh, the Ghẹ meat is firm, chewy, and notably sweet. With a bowl of Ghẹ Bánh Canh like this, you'll get to enjoy a whole Ghẹ fish.
Address: 484 Nguyễn Tri Phương, Ward 9, District 10
Price: 45,000 – 65,000 VND/bowl
3. Ba Sạch Ghẹ Bánh Canh
Ba Sạch's bowl of Bánh Canh features carefully selected Ghẹ, predominantly the green variety from Phu Quoc - Kien Giang. Only the freshest and firmest fish are chosen upon order to ensure the naturally delicious, sweet, and firm taste of Ghẹ. The noodles here are both chewy and soft with a distinctive delicious flavor. When eaten, you'll experience slightly soft yet appropriately chewy noodles, and notably, there's no sense of being overwhelmed. The broth of this delicious dish is cooked from fresh vegetables, blending perfectly with the sweet taste of Ghẹ, creating a rich and natural flavor. A secret to the excellence of Ba Sạch's Bánh Canh is the fish cake, which is fragrant and chewy, made from fresh fish from the sea of Ha Tien - Kien Giang.
Address: 66 Hoa Cúc, Ward 7, Phu Nhuan District
Price: 69,000 VND/bowl
4. 505 Ghẹ Bánh Canh
What sets Quán 505 apart is that the broth isn't made from pork bones like other places; instead, Ghẹ fish is used for stewing, with limited spices to preserve the sweet, gentle flavor of Ghẹ. A small note after enjoying Quán 505's Bánh Canh is to indulge in the fragrant hot cinnamon tea served complimentary to warm the body and cleanse the palate of this seafood delicacy's aroma.
Address: 505 Su Van Hanh, District 10
Price: 38,000 VND/bowl
5. Bảy Liên's Ghẹ Bánh Canh
Featuring Ghẹ, Ghẹ cake, mushrooms, and a rich broth, Bảy Liên's Ghẹ Bánh Canh entices diners with its fascinating blend of colors - the vibrant orange of the Ghẹ, the milky white of the noodles, accented with the green of spring onions... coupled with the chewy texture of the noodles and the rich sweetness of the broth, making it irresistibly delicious. Even after finishing, you'll still crave for more.
Address: 778F Nguyen Kiem, Ward 4, Phu Nhuan District
Price: 45,000 – 50,000 VND/bowl
As per Traveltimes.vn
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourNovember 24, 2015
