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1. Nguyên Đặng Desserts
At Nguyên Đặng Desserts, you’ll be impressed by the combination of various types of sweet soups, each served in its own bowl, creating a vibrant and tempting display. Their lotus seed dessert is particularly delicious, light and refreshing, and other treats like bánh lọt, flan, mung bean desserts, and tapioca sweet soups offer just the right level of sweetness, making it impossible to get tired of them. Prices are student-friendly, starting at around 10,000 VND. The space is quite spacious, and the service is both quick and friendly.
2. Hạt Dẻ Snails - Xô Viết Nghệ Tĩnh
True to its name, Hạt Dẻ Snails offers snail dishes at very affordable prices. While squid, shrimp, and crab are slightly more expensive, the overall pricing remains quite reasonable. Despite the budget-friendly prices, Hạt Dẻ Snails is highly praised for its delicious and hygienic snails, a favorite among locals in Ninh Kiều, Can Tho. The snails are fresh, tender, and prepared to suit the local taste, with a distinctive sweet-salty dip that reflects the Southern flavor profile. The restaurant is popular, especially during peak hours, and the staff is friendly, offering hand sanitizers for guests after meals.
3. Diễm My 2 - Snack & Bubble Tea
If you’re a snack lover, Diễm My 2 - Snack & Bubble Tea is a must-visit. With two locations in Can Tho, you can easily find the nearest branch or conveniently order through popular apps like Baemin, ShopeeFood, Lofish, and GrabFood. Prepare to be dazzled by the vast menu filled with delicious options like fried kimbap, crispy fish balls with fish sauce, and bubble tea with full toppings. The dishes here not only look amazing but taste just as good. Everything is carefully prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, ensuring safety and cleanliness. The ambiance is elegant yet cozy, and the food is prepared in a hygienic manner, which is why it’s a favorite among locals. Best of all, the prices are extremely affordable for snack enthusiasts.
4. Bi Bo Dessert Shop
This family-owned dessert shop offers a spacious, clean, and refreshing atmosphere. Bi Bo Dessert serves a wide variety of desserts, including Thai-style sweet soup, longan, mixed desserts, and the popular Thai sweet soup, which is a must-try. Aside from desserts, they also offer a range of savory and sweet dishes like fried snacks, bánh bột lọc, bánh lá, bánh tằm, fruit platters, flan, banana cake, and fresh spring rolls. Their best-known desserts include the delicate flower petal sweet soup, sweet potato soup, mixed dessert, and almond jelly. All desserts are carefully handcrafted using traditional techniques, ensuring a rich, aromatic flavor that never gets old. The shop’s airy and nature-inspired decor provides a relaxing environment, perfect for enjoying a sweet treat. Plus, it’s a great spot for photos, especially with their trendy vibe. The staff is energetic and attentive, so you're sure to leave satisfied.
5. A Chảy Dumplings - Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa
Christmas is the perfect time to enjoy a fun day out with friends, sip on hot coffee, and savor your favorite snacks in beautifully decorated cafes. But if you're on a budget and unsure where to go, look no further than A Chảy Dumplings - Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa. The dumplings here are packed with a generous meat filling, served with fresh vegetables and crispy fried onions, making every bite irresistible. They also offer a delicious noodle soup with small, flavorful dumplings. Despite the crowd, service is quick and friendly, and you won’t have to wait long. The warm, steaming bowls of wonton noodles or hot noodle soup are perfect for snapping a picture as the steam rises, making for an enjoyable and fresh dining experience.
6. Cô Út’s Bánh Cống - Lý Tự Trọng
Bánh Cống, also known as bánh cóng, is a popular snack in the Southern regions, especially in Soc Trang and Can Tho. This simple yet unforgettable dish has earned a strong following. Although the shop is tucked away in an alley, it’s easy to find thanks to its reputation for serving traditional Bánh Cống that many love. It tends to get crowded in the evenings, especially on weekends, but the spacious and clean environment makes the wait worthwhile. The perfect balance of meat, green onions, shrimp, and the rich, smooth texture of mung bean combined with the crispy soybean batter makes this Western-style bánh cống incredibly addictive. Cô Út’s Bánh Cống - Lý Tự Trọng serves the dish with a slightly sweet and sour dipping sauce, making each bite even more satisfying. So, if you're looking for a spot to visit this Christmas, don’t miss this place!
7. Thanh Vân Grilled Spring Rolls
Thanh Vân Grilled Spring Rolls is a well-known spot with a long-standing reputation. The spring rolls here are marinated carefully, full of flavor, and made with fresh, hygienic ingredients that make each bite satisfying. Paired with a distinctive dipping sauce and accompanied by fresh herbs, mango, and other side dishes, the rolls offer a delicious and balanced taste that's light and easy to enjoy without feeling heavy. This place is conveniently located on a major street, making it easy to find. The spacious, clean setting ensures a pleasant and comfortable dining experience. Over the years, the restaurant has continually worked to improve service and customer satisfaction. If you ever get the chance, don’t miss trying these grilled spring rolls!
8. Hữu Hòa Dessert Shop
Hữu Hòa Dessert Shop is a traditional Chinese-style dessert shop that has been a part of Cần Thơ for a long time. The desserts here are truly delightful and full of flavor. The red bean dessert has smooth, soft beans in a sweet, light syrup that you can enjoy endlessly. The lotus seed dessert with longan is fragrant and refreshing, with the lotus seeds being tender and flavorful. There's also a special chicken egg dessert that's hard to find elsewhere in Cần Thơ. The service is friendly and courteous, making the shop a popular choice despite its older, simpler decor. The standout dish here is the grapefruit dessert – with chewy, crunchy grapefruit rind that’s been expertly prepared, along with mung beans cooked to perfection. The texture and sweetness of this dish are sure to impress. If you’ve tried making grapefruit dessert before, you’ll recognize the meticulous care taken to ensure the perfect balance of flavors. Don't miss out on trying this unique treat!
9. Snowice Snow Cream - Cần Thơ
On hot summer days, nothing beats the refreshing chill of a plate of snow ice. This shop has become a favorite among tourists visiting Cần Thơ looking for something unique. The two-story venue offers a spacious and stylish atmosphere, perfect for photos (ideal for all the Instagram lovers). The shop, located near a lake, boasts a beautiful view and a relaxed vibe. Both the owner and staff are friendly, attentive, and always eager to make your experience memorable. The menu is diverse, with snow ice being the highlight, alongside a variety of drinks and tasty snacks to choose from.
The Snowice Bingsu menu offers a wide selection of icy treats, with two standout options – honeydew and watermelon Bingsu. Though the choices are limited, the distinct flavors and professional service make Snowice a beloved spot for many. It's a favorite hangout for Cần Thơ’s young crowd, especially thanks to the charming ambiance and expert preparation of their signature desserts.
The Snowice Bingsu menu offers a wide selection of icy treats, with two standout options – honeydew and watermelon Bingsu. Though the choices are limited, the distinct flavors and professional service make Snowice a beloved spot for many. It's a favorite hangout for Cần Thơ’s young crowd, especially thanks to the charming ambiance and expert preparation of their signature desserts.
10. Dzô 100
Dzô 100 is a popular restaurant specializing in a wide variety of fresh shellfish, served uniquely on bamboo trays covered with foil. Each tray includes nine different types of shellfish, all prepared in distinct ways that make for an exciting and novel dining experience. The restaurant offers a spacious and clean atmosphere with friendly and efficient service. It can get crowded, especially during peak hours, but the staff is always welcoming and attentive, providing hand sanitizing stations at each table after the meal.
The shellfish platter is served steaming hot with a selection of nine delicious dishes, including garlic stir-fried razor clams, tamarind stir-fried blood cockles, grilled scallops with butter and cheese, salted crab legs, and coconut stir-fried snails. All the seafood is delivered fresh daily, ensuring it’s sweet, tender, and bursting with flavor. Everything is prepared quickly, served hot, and guarantees a distinctive and mouthwatering taste.
The shellfish platter is served steaming hot with a selection of nine delicious dishes, including garlic stir-fried razor clams, tamarind stir-fried blood cockles, grilled scallops with butter and cheese, salted crab legs, and coconut stir-fried snails. All the seafood is delivered fresh daily, ensuring it’s sweet, tender, and bursting with flavor. Everything is prepared quickly, served hot, and guarantees a distinctive and mouthwatering taste.
11. Bún Đậu Mắm Tôm Lộc Vừng
Bún đậu mắm tôm, a beloved dish from northern Vietnam, has made its way to the Mekong Delta and can now be enjoyed in Cần Thơ. This dish is often served as a light snack or appetizer and consists of fresh rice noodles, crispy fried tofu, shrimp paste mixed with lime and chili, accompanied by fresh herbs like perilla, mint, and lettuce. Its affordability and rich flavors make it a favorite among the locals. If you're in Cần Thơ, Lộc Vừng is the perfect spot to experience this delicious dish.
When you visit Lộc Vừng, you'll find that the ingredients are always fresh, prepared daily. The herbs are carefully washed, ensuring they are crisp and vibrant. The tofu is fried to a perfect golden crisp on the outside, while the inside remains soft and creamy, a key highlight of this place. Additionally, the restaurant offers rice paper, allowing customers to wrap the bún đậu for a unique dining experience that many patrons enjoy.
Contact Information:
Address: 25G2 Alley 51, 3/2 Street, Ninh Kiều District, Cần Thơ
Phone: 0768 828 739
