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Delicious and budget-friendly, the Chicken Leaf Soup and Ba Toa Beef Hotpot have become iconic hotpot choices that you must try in Dalat.
Savor the essence of travel in Dalat with the must-try Chicken Leaf Soup and Ba Toa Beef Hotpot.
Chicken Leaf Soup
Speaking of Chicken Leaf Soup, Tao Ngộ restaurant at the beginning of 3/4 Street (approximately 2km from Xuan Huong Lake) is a notable mention. Formerly known only to locals, it has gained fame through word of mouth, making it a go-to destination for many tourists in Dalat.
This eatery specializes in Chicken Leaf Soup with the sole dipping green being the leaf. Paired with cinnamon basil and aromatic mint, when eaten raw, it has a slightly sour taste. However, when dipped in the hotpot broth and consumed while still rare, you'll experience a rich, mildly spicy flavor reminiscent of mint leaves. According to traditional medicine, the leaf is a herbal remedy for conditions such as colds and coughs caused by cold weather.
Experience a steaming pot of Chicken Leaf Hotpot priced at 200,000 VND, featuring half-chopped chicken, a plate of thick vermicelli, a plate of oyster mushrooms, a few sliced bamboo shoots, and, of course, a plate of leafy greens. The hotpot broth here is aromatic and spicy with chili, perfectly complementing Dalat's characteristic chilly weather. If you're battling a cold, this piping hot Chicken Leaf Hotpot with the addition of these leaves is the ultimate remedy for you.
As the night descends and the cold sets in, surrounded by friends, sitting beside a boiling pot of Chicken Leaf Hotpot wafting a complex aroma, savoring the sweet and firm chicken pieces, you'll forget about hunger and cold instantly. However, remember not to leave the leaf immersed in the hotpot water for too long; just dip it briefly to fully appreciate its fragrance and richness.
A noteworthy point is that due to the high demand and limited space, this place often runs out of seats. Tables might be fully occupied as early as 6 PM, so it's advisable to arrive early or make a reservation in advance. Alternatively, if you're patient enough, you can wait until a table becomes available (although it might take a while).
In general, if you're in Dalat, give the Chicken Leaf Hotpot a try at least once, and you're guaranteed not to be disappointed in both price and flavor!
Ba Toa Beef Hotpot
The second must-try hotpot in Dalat is the beef hotpot in the Ba Toa area. This hotpot is renowned for its thick, large beef slices, not to mention the abundance of tendons, tails, and briskets in the pot, making your stomach crave for a delightful feast at first sight.
Ba Toa Beef Hotpot exudes the fragrant aroma of mountainous beef. Besides ample beef slices, this hotpot also features egg noodles and fresh greens (in Dalat, any dish with greens ensures a plate of high-quality, vibrant greens). The flavorful and sweet broth makes it evident that the journey here is truly worthwhile. Not to mention, the hotpot is reasonably priced, providing a satisfying pot of meat for 4 at around 250,000 VND.
The Ba Toa area is brimming with hotpot spots, with A Ba Toa and Thanh Tam being the most notable. Additionally, Ba Toa Beef Hotpot at Go Quan on Hoang Dieu Street is worth a visit. Nestled in cozy houses, savoring the aromatic beef hotpot with the distinctive sweetness of Dalat's fresh greens, you'll understand why many insist on trying Ba Toa Beef Hotpot when visiting Dalat.
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourFebruary 15, 2017
