1. Bánh Bò Thốt Nốt
Differing from other types of rice cakes, pandan leaf rice cake is a sweet variant. This is a distinctive and popular folk rice cake in the Southern river region, with a chewy texture, the fragrant aroma of pandan leaves, eaten with coconut milk, toasted sesame seeds, presenting a refreshing green color that's visually enticing. The rice cake is taken out of the mold, cut into bite-sized pieces, served on a plate, soaked in coconut milk, and sprinkled with crushed peanuts, black sesame seeds for an added crunch. The dish is crafted with precision; the wavy green color of the cake resembles a watercolor painting, enough to captivate anyone. A plate of pre-cut rice cakes, not too many, but perfectly balanced with coconut milk and sweet palm sugar. The more you eat, the more you'll love it. Bánh Bò Thốt Nốt is a must-try when in Da Nang.
The sweet rice cakes will transport you back to an era filled with the warmth of human connection - a time when thatched roofs and glowing red ovens were still commonplace. If you don't want to waste time traveling, you can savor the unique pandan leaf rice cake with just a phone call to Bánh Bò Thốt Nốt.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: K560/6 Tran Cao Van, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang
Phone: 0777 624 127
Email: [email protected]
Fanpage: www.facebook.com/Banhbothotnottaidanang/
Opening hours: 10:00 - 22:00


2. Aunt Xi - Bánh Bèo - Nậm & Lọc
Call NowCô Xi - Bánh Bèo - Nậm & Lọc is also a sidewalk snack spot. The rice cakes here come with fermented fish sauce. The aromatic fish sauce, combined with a bit of sourness, sweetness from sugar, and the kick of chili and garlic... The steaming rice cakes carry the fragrance of banana leaves. Peeling off the banana leaf layer reveals the full embrace of the cake, presenting a beautiful green color that's both fresh and soothing. The cake has the richness of lime, the saltiness of salt, and the sweet aroma of rice.
Amidst the scorching summer weather, holding a bowl of refreshing rice cakes, sipping the slightly salty and sweet broth, accompanied by the nutty richness of peanuts, truly satisfies. However, due to the small space and the central location of the shop, everything seems a bit hurried. Therefore, you might find it challenging to sit leisurely, enjoying your food while observing the bustling streets. Dip a piece of cake into the fish sauce and take a hearty bite. This way, you can feel full, satisfied, and immersed in the rustic atmosphere. The price for each meal at Cô Xi - Bánh Bèo - Nậm & Lọc is quite reasonable, making it an ideal destination for many students, especially on rainy days.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 186 To Hieu, Lien Chieu District, Da Nang
Phone: 0935 246 872
Opening hours: 06:00 - 21:00


3. Hot Rice Cake Haven - Cô Trang
Call NowWhen indulging in a bowl of rice cakes at Hot Rice Cake Haven - Cô Trang, you'll immediately notice the distinct flavor in the fish sauce, rich but not overly salty, the soft and absorbent mung beans, and the fragrant minced meat blending seamlessly with the moist and flavorful sticky rice dough. Especially on chilly days, before digging in, add a few slices of fresh chili to spice it up, making the dish even more delectable.
Address: 71 Luu Quy Ky, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/banhducnongcotrang


4. Aunt Phuong - Hot Rice Rolls & Packed Wet Rice Cakes
Aunt Phuong - Hot Rice Rolls & Packed Wet Rice Cakes is a sidewalk eatery known for its popular local snacks, especially rice cakes and wet cakes. The shop opens in the afternoon, so it can be a bit sunny. However, the standout feature here is the peanut rice cake. The peanut rice cake is made from soaked glutinous rice with lime water, finely ground into powder, cooked in a pot, and thoroughly stirred by hand. When it's almost done, roasted peanuts are added and mixed evenly. After pouring the cake into a plate lined with banana leaves, wait for it to cool, then cut into pieces and dip in the sauce.
The peanut rice cake is not only delicious but also soft, chewy, crispy, and non-sticky, smooth, and shiny. The nutty aroma of roasted peanuts, combined with the refreshing and rich flavor of rice, creates a harmonious and evocative experience of a peaceful land. Sitting on the sidewalk of a Central Vietnamese city, savoring the flavor of northern-style rice cakes, is truly fascinating. The shop owner is very friendly and cheerful. Additionally, at Aunt Phuong - Hot Rice Rolls & Packed Wet Rice Cakes, you can also choose the enticing packed wet rice cakes with the flavorful fish sauce dip.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 11B Nguyen Duc Trung, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang
Opening hours: 06:00 - 18:00


5. Vegan Restaurant Fragrant Lotus
CallFor those who love the delicacy of rice cakes, there's no way you haven't heard of the rice cake spot Vegan Restaurant Fragrant Lotus. This is one of the few places that sell rice cakes in Da Nang. It's a budget-friendly eatery but is widely known for its delicious and uniquely special rice cakes. The prices are reasonable, and you can enjoy them at the restaurant or grab a box to go. Vegan Restaurant Fragrant Lotus is a charitable restaurant that often sells traditional, especially rice cakes and rice flour cakes.
The rice cakes at Vegan Restaurant Fragrant Lotus are quite special, namely the sticky rice cakes with peanuts. These cakes are made from soaked glutinous rice with slaked lime, finely ground into flour, cooked in a pot, and thoroughly stirred by hand. When it's almost done, roasted peanuts are added and mixed evenly. Despite being a budget-friendly spot, the quality of the food is anything but ordinary. The allure of the rice cakes here lies in the golden color, served hot in a bowl, topped with a filling of minced meat sautéed with wood ear mushrooms, sesame seeds, fried shallots, and sweetened fish sauce. Order a bowl of hot rice cakes, add some fish sauce and ground chili, and you're ready to awaken your taste buds.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 73 Le Dinh Ly Street, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang
Phone: 0935 663 766
Opening hours: 06:30 - 21:30
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6. Hot Rice Rolls 203
Situated along the poetic Han River, Hot Rice Rolls 203 is hailed as a 'Miniature Hoi An' in the heart of Da Nang. With distinctive architecture and a charmingly antique ambiance that gently invites diners into a realm of serene emotions, Bánh Cuốn Nóng 203 captures the essence of Vietnam's three regions through a diverse culinary experience.
Hot Rice Rolls 203 artfully decorates its 'Culinary Streets' to guide patrons into gentle, warm neighborhoods, offering an intimate space to savor dishes crafted by dedicated and skillful chefs. Hot Rice Rolls 203 promises unforgettable moments, tucked away in a tiny storefront on the street, always bustling with customers drawn by the unique and delicious fare. The eatery specializes in traditional steamed rolls, soft and chewy with plenty of beans and roasted peanuts on top, complemented by a touch of chili for balance and zest, making it irresistible.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 203 Bế Văn Đàn, Thanh Khê District, Da Nang
Opening Hours: 05:00 - 18:00


7. Út Ngoan - Steamed Rice Cakes & Filtered Tapioca Dumplings
Út Ngoan - Steamed Rice Cakes & Filtered Tapioca Dumplings is also a sidewalk snacking spot. The steamed cakes here come with fermented fish sauce, combining the aromatic fish sauce with a hint of sour and spicy flavors, sweetness from sugar, and the kick of garlic and chili. The steamed cakes are piping hot, exuding the fragrance of banana leaves. Peeling off the banana leaf layer reveals the vibrant green color, adding to the visual appeal of the cake, which is both fresh and mild. The cake has a subtle lime flavor, the saltiness of salt, and the sweet aroma of rice. As it is a roadside stall, there are only a few tables and chairs, a bit inconvenient but worthwhile for the delicious and affordable treats. This spot on Chi Lang Street only opens from 8 am to 7 pm, so if you want to enjoy the steamed cakes here, visit around 3 pm.
In addition to steamed cakes, Út Ngoan - Steamed Rice Cakes & Filtered Tapioca Dumplings also offers filtered tapioca dumplings, pillow-shaped cakes, and water fern cakes, providing ample choices. Dipping a piece of cake into the saucer of fermented fish sauce and taking a bite results in a delightful experience, satisfying your stomach and invoking a sense of rustic charm. The prices for each meal are not high, making it an ideal destination for many students, especially on rainy and windy days.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: Opposite 16 Chi Lang, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
Opening Hours: 08:00 - 19:00


8. Thanh Nga - Grilled Meat Vermicelli
Thanh Nga - Grilled Meat Vermicelli is a place known for its rustic dishes, particularly steamed cakes and grilled meat vermicelli. The unique feature here is the peanut steamed cake, made from soaked glutinous rice with slaked lime, finely ground into flour, cooked, and thoroughly stirred by hand. When almost set, roasted peanuts are added and mixed evenly. Once poured onto banana leaf-lined plates and cooled, the cake is sliced, dipped in sauce, and served.
The peanut steamed cake is not just delicious but also soft, elastic, crispy, non-sticky, smooth, and shiny. The nutty flavor of roasted peanuts, combined with the refreshing and rich taste of rice, harmonizes with the savory and fatty sauce, evoking emotions of a tranquil land. Thanh Nga - Grilled Meat Vermicelli sells steamed cakes intermittently, but the quality is consistently good with hot, plentiful, and tasty cakes served with delicious fish sauce. The cakes here have a filling of peanuts, fermented fish sauce, and dried chili. Thick but not tough, they are eaten with a satisfying crunch, accompanied by roasted peanuts.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: Lot 33, Dinh 2, Culinary Zone Chợ Đống Đa, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
Opening Hours: 06:00 - 18:00


9. Huyen Koi Bakery - Authentic Mekong Delights
Steamed cakes at Huyen Koi Bakery - Authentic Mekong Delights are favored by many for their delicious flavor, fragrant aroma, and minced pork with natural spices, offering just the right taste without fried beans. This cake shop is always bustling with customers, serving throughout the day. A bowl of hot, fragrant, soft, and smooth steamed cakes will satisfy you for an energetic breakfast or a light evening meal after a tiring day.
The bowl of steamed cakes is visually appealing, with the pure white layer of steamed cakes hidden beneath slices of minced sautéed pork, dried shallots, and fresh green herbs, all submerged in a flavorful broth that makes everyone succumb to cravings. The steamed cakes are small, featuring finely ground peanuts sprinkled at the bottom of the bowl. The peanut steamed cakes are cut into small pieces resembling vermicelli, placed on top, and soaked in a savory and aromatic broth, complemented by fresh herbs like banana flowers and basil. This dish may be an acquired taste, but those familiar with it find it irresistibly delicious. In addition to steamed cakes, Huyen Koi Bakery - Authentic Mekong Delights also offers traditional-style steamed cakes with a fragrant and sweet dipping sauce.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 408/16/29A Hoang Dieu, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
Opening Hours: 10:00 - 20:00


10. SUMI - Hot Singaporean Steamed Rice Cake
Address: 87 Trung Nu Vuong, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
Opening Hours: 15:00 - 19:00


11. Aunty and Uncle's Cake Shop - Steamed, Filtered, and Rolled Cakes
Address: 52/18 Ong Ich Duong, Cam Le District, Da Nang
Opening Hours: 11:00 - 19:00


