Da Nang & Hoi An Food Guide: What To Eat

Last updated on December 11th, 2025

If you’re looking for a diverse Vietnamese food experience, then this list of best Da Nang and Hoi An restaurants, cafes, and street foods has you covered. You’ll discover all the delicious, cheap, and mouth-watering local Vietnamese cuisine in the Da Nang and Hoi An Food Guide when you visit Central Vietnam.

When talking about the culture of a country, it is impossible not to speak about food. I have been to Central Vietnam and visited the Da Nang and Hoi An for a short gateway. We visited many attractions and enjoyed coming here for the unbeatable value, and most important delicious Vietnamese food. The food scene in Central Vietnam offers unique flavors and the local cuisine here will surely satisfy all travelers.

While our Central Vietnamese food guide focuses on the best dishes to have in Da Nang and Hoi An, and also some of the best restaurants to try those Vietnamese local dishes. If you’d like to know where to try some of the tastiest Vietnamese local dishes in Danang and Hoi An like Banh Mi, Cao Lau, Mi Quang, then this article will be useful to you.

On this ultimate Da Nang and Hoi An Food Guide, you will find our best food tips, where and what to eat in Da Nang and Hoi An. Feel free to check out all the food tips to know where and what to eat when you come here.

What To Eat in Da Nang and Hoi An

There are countless places to enjoy the best food in Da Nang and Hoi An. Among them, street food plays a big role in Central Vietnam with many local cuisines available on the many streets. If you are not street food fans, there are also some great Vietnamese restaurants for casual Vietnamese food, offering a great chance to try regional food.

Here are a few local Vietnamese delicacies you have to try and listed in the Da Nang and Hoi An Food Guide:

• Mì Quảng (Quang style Noodle)
• Cao lầu (Hoi An Style Noodles)
• Bánh mì (Vietnamese Bread)
• Bánh Bao Bánh Vạc (White Rose Dumplings)
• Thịt Nướng / Thịt xiên Nướng (Grilled meat on Skewers)
• Bánh xèo (Vietnamese Rice Crepes / Pancakes)
• Hải Sản (Seafood)
• Phở Bo (Beef Pho Noodle Soup)
• Com Ga Hoi An (Vietnamese Chicken Rice)
• Refreshing drink (Vietnamese iced coffee, local beer, lotus herbal tea, and more)

Food Tour in Da Nang and Hoi An (Quick Link)

Eating at local Vietnamese restaurants is great, but so is going on a food tour. It’s a great way to learn about the local cuisine. Check out some of the most popular food-related tours and activities in Da Nang and Hoi An.

• Da Nang Food Tour By Motorbike
• Hoi An Evening Walking Food Tour
• Hoi An Private Food Tour with Aodai Rider

Mì Quảng (Quang style Noodle)

Mì Quảng is a Vietnamese noodle dish that originated in Quảng Nam Province in Central Vietnam. Literally translating to Quảng style noodles, the famous Quang noodles have long been a favourite food among locals and travellers to Da Nang in the Central region.

Mi Quang has a rustic taste and is rich in flavour. The main ingredients of mì quảng are turmeric rice noodles, meat, and herbs, most commonly served with a small amount of broth. Typically, this noodle dish is topped with freshly fried peanuts or rice crackers and served together or separately with raw vegetables.

You can find Mì Quảng almost everywhere in Da Nang for an authentic local bowl of this iconic dish. During our exploration of the city, we tried the Mi Quang at a tiny restaurant tucked in a hidden alley. All the customers are locals. It was an amazing find. You can try the perfect combination of Quang noodles and crispy ram here. Most importantly, prices are extremely affordable.

Price from: 40,000-60,000 VND/bowl.

Da Nang Food Trip: You can also sample this wonderful Da Nang signature dish in Hoi An.

Cao lầu (Hoi An Style Noodles)

Another must-eat in Central Vietnam – Cao Lau, the Hoi An Style Noodles. It is a rice noodle dish served with pork, greens, and fresh herbs. The special about the Cao Lau is the noodles. The noodles are pre-soaked in local water with lye made from wood ash, giving it a unique bright yellow color and characteristic flavor.

Cao Lau is the historic town, Hoi An’s quintessential must-try dish. You will easily find Cao Lau from noodle vendors at the restaurants, night markets, curbside food stalls, and backstreet eateries.

Price from: 60,000-60,000 VND/bowl.

Where to eat Cau Lau in Hoi An:

To truly experience authentic Cao Lầu, one must enjoy it in Hoi An. Most restaurants in Hoi An offer this noodle dish, along with other local specialties like Mi Quang and Pho, making it easy to find when you’re looking for the noodles dish.

Miss Ly Restaurant Hoi An

During our visit to Hoi An, we stopped by Miss Ly Restaurant (Hoi An) to sample this local favorite. Just a step away from the Hoi An Market, this family-run eatery serves chewy noodles topped with flavorful barbecued pork, and it has gained popularity mainly through word of mouth.

The signature Cao Lầu dish here is rich in flavor, featuring perfectly chewy noodles, tender slices of pork, fresh crisp greens, and a savory broth that distinguishes this regional specialty. We also ordered some other local Vietnamese dishes, and we particularly enjoyed the crispy fried wontons from Miss Ly.

Miss Ly Cafeteria (Hoi An)
Address: 22 Nguyễn Huệ, Cẩm Châu, Hội An.
Business Hours: Daily from 11:00 to 22:00

For more details, check out our dining experience at Miss Ly Restaurant Hoi An!

Com Linh – Vietnamese Restaurant

Com Linh is a family-owned restaurant located in Hoi An, known for its authentic flavors that offer a true taste of the Central region at affordable prices. The food is both delicious and fresh, featuring local dishes such as white roses, fried wontons, Cao Lầu, Mi Quang, and many more Central region Vietnamese dishes. All ingredients are locally grown and prepared fresh. Their roasted duck and crispy pork are truly thumb up!

Cơm Linh – Vietnamese Restaurant
Address: 42 Phan Chu Trinh, Phường Minh An, Hội An.
Business Hours: Daily from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM (Closed on the 1st and 15th days of the lunar month)

To learn about the best food to eat here, read more about our dining experience at Com Linh Hoi An.

Bánh mì (Vietnamese Bread)

Introduced by the French during the colonial period, Bánh mì has become one of the National dishes in Vietnam. The “Banh mi “refers to bread but it’s often used to describe the sandwich made with a small French baguette. The baguette is toasted until hot and crispy, and then filled with all kinds of fillings such as local Pâté (a mixture of cooked ground meat and fat minced into a spreadable paste), eggs, cold meat, shredded chicken, grilled meat, and vegetables.

Price from: 15,000-35,000 VND / loaf depending on filling

Where to eat Banh mi in Hoi An:

The popular street food banh mi can be found all over Vietnam but Hoi An has its variations to deserve the title of “the best Banh Mi in the world”. Banh Mi Phuong and Banh My Queen are possibly the most popular places when looking for what to eat in Hoi An. Both were outstanding and served the best Banh Mi that I’ve had anywhere in Vietnam.

Banh mi Phuong

Recommended by the journalist Anthony Bourdain, Banh Mi Phuong is one of the best banh mi in Central Vietnam. A crispy French baguette is filled with delicious spreads and pastes, topped with the meat of your choice. The price is around 35.000 VND for an authentic Banh Mi!

Read More: Banh Mi Phuong: Hoi An Best Street Food

Banh Mi Phuong
Address: 2B D Phan Chau Trinh, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: Daily from 6:30 to 21:00.

Madam Khanh – The Banh Mi Queen

Madam Khan’s is perhaps the best-known and most popular spot among locals. They offer an extensive menu of Bánh Mì, particularly highlighting their vegan and vegetarian options, all served with fresh bread and ample filling. The prices are unbeatable. The pork and ham Bánh Mì is particularly noteworthy, it’s delicious, warm, and features super crunchy bread. Don’t forget to add their signature chili sauce for an extra kick!

Madam Khanh – The Banh Mi Queen
Address: 115 Tran Cao Van Street, Hoi An.
Opening Hours: Daily from 8:00 to 19:30.

Bánh Bao Bánh Vạc (White Rose Dumplings)

White rose dumplings, known as bánh bao bánh vạc, are a unique dish from the Hoi An region and a must-try for visitors. These dumplings are made from translucent white dough and filled with spiced minced shrimp or pork. Their flower-like shape gives them their name. They are topped with crispy fried shallots and served with a special dipping sauce made from shrimp broth, chilies, lemon, and sugar.

White Rose Restaurant is a renowned establishment in Hoi An, located just a 10-15 minute walk from the ancient town. It is famous for its white rose dumplings. The restaurant also offered at various other restaurants in the area, as many of them source their dumplings from the White Rose Restaurant. You can walk to the back of the dining hall to watch the ladies chefs prepare the dumplings on-site! While the menu is limited, it showcases great creativity. The standout dishes include the white rose dumplings and fried wontons.

White Rose Restaurant
Address: 533 Hai Ba Trung, Hoi An.
Business Hours: Daily from 7:30 to 20:30.

Thịt Nướng / Thịt Xiên Nướng (Grilled meat on Skewers)

The meaning of Thit Nuong is baked or barbecued meat while Thit Xien Nuong means grilled meat on skewers. Pork is normally used as the meat for the skewers and served together with a basket of spices, sauces, and raw vegetables.

The grilled pork on a hot charcoal stove is wrapped in a layer of wet cake, herbs, and raw vegetables. The dipping sauce is the soul of the dish. Dip the roll into the specially prepared sauces when enjoying it. The sweetness of the sauce, together with the deliciousness of the meat and fresh raw vegetables, perfect match!

You would find the pork skewers sold at street stands almost everywhere in Vietnam. It is also very common and easily found in the central region, especially in the Hoi An Ancient Town. You’ll find it’s just impossible to resist this seductive smell when you’ve ever walked by.

Price from: 5,000 VND/skewers.

Thit Nuong Co Loi Hoi An

Thit Nuong Co Loi is a humble open-air BBQ street vendor in Hoi An. The eatery is renowned for its fragrant grilled pork skewers, which are served with silky rice paper and fresh herbs. The stall is always bustling with customers, thanks to its bold flavors and reasonable prices. The grilled pork is prepared simply yet thoughtfully, preserving the rustic essence of Central Vietnamese cuisine.

Related Read: Thit Nuong Co Loi Hoi An: Local Flavor BBQ

Thịt Nướng Cô Lợi Hội An
Address: 03 Nguyễn Huệ, Cẩm Châu, Hội An, Quảng Nam 51306.
Business Hours: Daily 14:30 to 20:00

Bánh xèo (Vietnamese Rice Crepes / Pancakes)

Bánh Xèo is a popular street snack in Vietnam, especially in the Central and the South of Vietnam. It is a savory crepe or pancake made from a basic blend of rice flour, turmeric, and coconut cream, along with other ingredients. The bright yellow crispy crepe is filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts.

Walking along the street, you will many food stalls selling this local snack food. The delicious, crispy, hot pancakes will hold you back the first time you eat them. You can also try Banh Xeo in the restaurant. You’ll also get a plate of herbs and lettuce to accompany your dish.

Price from: 10,000 – 30,000 VND/piece.

An Thoi Da Nang

The Michelin Bib Gourmand Vietnamese Restaurant – An Thoi Da Nang is a popular dining destination known for its authentic Vietnamese flavors. It’s the perfect place to enjoy traditional cuisine in Da Nang. The An Thoi menu offers a wonderful selection of local Vietnamese dishes.

One standout item is the Banh Xeo, a savory crepe filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts.

This dish provides a delightful combination of textures and flavors, featuring a perfectly crunchy exterior and just the right amount of filling to create richness and depth. Always very popular, with long waiting lines. Read about our dining experience at An Thoi Da Nang: a Michelin Bib Gourmand Vietnamese restaurant.

Ăn Thôi Restaurant
Address:114 Bạch Đằng, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng.
Business Hours: Daily from 10:30 to 23:00 (Last Order 21:30).

Hải Sản (Seafood)

Da Nang is always a fantastic destination for seafood lovers. As a coastal city, it boasts an incredibly fresh daily catch. Be sure to try fresh seafood options such as lobster, prawns, crab, squid, and much more. For a luxurious final meal in Central Vietnam, indulging in delicious, fresh seafood in Da Nang is both enjoyable and surprisingly affordable.

Moc Quan Seafood Restaurant Da Nang

There are many seafood restaurants along the beach area in Da Nang, all serving delectable dishes made with fresh seafood. We chose to dine at Moc Quan (Vietnamese: Hải sản Mộc Quán Đà Nẵng) to sample their offerings.

The restaurant is always lively, filled with both locals and tourists. It has become increasingly popular among Korean visitors after being featured on a Korean TV show. The menu offers a wide variety of options at reasonable prices. I highly recommend this hidden gem for its fresh seafood, affordability, and excellent service!

Read more our dining experience in Moc Quan Da Nang: Affordable Seafood Restaurant.

Hải sản Mộc Quán Đà Nẵng
Address: 26 Tô Hiến Thành, An Hải, Sơn Trà, Đà Nẵng.
Business Hours: Daily from 10:30 to 22:30.

Phở bo (Beef Pho Noodle Soup)

The iconic Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup or Pho Bo is probably one of the most well-known noodles to come from Vietnam. A bowl of supremely tasty noodle soup dish is consisting of broth, rice vermicelli, herbs, and thin slices of meat. Pho is served in restaurants, street stalls, and local markets countrywide.

I enjoyed many Vietnamese dishes in Vietnam, but Pho bo was my hands-down favorite. It’s delicious and one of my favorite dishes to eat not just in Da Nang and Hoi An, but in all of Vietnam. We love to eat the most authentic Pho when visiting the local market. A down-to-earth Vietnamese experience you don’t want to miss.

Besides, we also recommended Pho Tung, one of the popular Pho restaurants in Hoi An, serving the best pho in town.

Pho Tung is located in a quaint alley in Hoi An ancient town. It is a wonderful little family shop with two dishes on the menu: standard beef pho and a bigger bowl with an egg- both are delicious. The owner is very friendly and he even comes out from the stall and shows us how to eat the pho properly with the spices and sauces. Excellent taste and texture.

Phở Tùng
Address: 51/7 Phan Chau Trinh St, Hoi An.
Business Hours: Daily from 6:00 to 10:30, 16:30 to 20:00

Price from: 25,000 – 40,000 VND/bowl. Pho Bo (standard) costs 30,000 VND.

Com Ga Hoi An (Vietnamese Chicken Rice)

The Gom Ga is Vietnam’s version of Hainanese chicken rice. You can find Gom Ga almost anywhere but the most outstanding is Com Ga Hoi An. They used young chicken and farm-fresh chicken, marinated with ginger and hand-pressed peanut oil for a golden color. While the rice is soft and flavorful as it is cooked directly in umami chicken stock. With all the ingenuity and meticulousness in processing, the Com Ga Hoi An is highly recommended.

Typically, a plate of Gom Ga is included with the shredded chicken, beautiful yellow turmeric rice, Vietnamese coriander, onions, and lime juice dressing. So tasty and refreshing!

Price from: 35,000 – 100,000 VND/plate (depending on the choice of chicken parts).

Com Ga Ba Buoi

Established in the 1950s, Com Ga Ba Buoi is one of the longest-standing eateries in Hoi An. This simple, family-run chicken rice spot offers a delightful culinary experience. The chicken is tender and flavorful, while the rice is cooked in a fragrant chicken broth, often with a hint of turmeric that gives it a beautiful golden hue. The food is delicious, though it may not be overwhelmingly impressive.

Ba Buoi Chicken Rice
Address: 22 Đ. Phan Chu Trinh, Phường Minh An, Hội An.
Business Hours: Daily from 10:30 to 14:00, 16:30 to 20:00.

Refreshing Drink

The drink menu in Central Vietnam is very diverse with traditional teas such as Bia hơi (fresh beer), herbal tea, lotus seed tea, corn tea, Vietnamese coffee, and more. There is something you’re not to be miss in Da Nang and Hoi An Food Guide.

Vietnamese iced coffee

After a full day of visiting the city, there is nothing more suitable than a cup of coffee to cool down the day. You’ll find various of coffee, from the traditional to the trendy, or the typically local to the Western-style in the yellow city of Hội An.

The famous Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk (Cà Phê Dá) is also cannot be missed when visiting Central Vietnam.

Bia Saigon

The Saigon Beer (or Bia Saigon) is the leading beer in Vietnam. This local brewery beer is foamy and tastes similar to regular beer but slightly less carbonated. Everywhere we go, beer is selling at the same price as coke. . The price is cheap if you are drinking beer in Vietnam, with prices starting around 15,000 VND and going up to 50,000 VND in restaurants.

MOT Lotus Herbal Tea

If you are looking for a unique tea, then try the lotus herbal tea from MOT, Hoi An.

This adorable storefront café on one of the busy old town streets offers local Vietnamese food and the best ice tea in Hoi An. Their popular Lotus Herbal Tea is a great iced tea made with lots of herbs, lotus root, and lemongrass; served with a lotus petal and lots of crushed ice. It’s hard to describe this unique blend of tea, but truly refreshing. A great refreshment after strolling in the town.

Mot Hoi An
Address: 150 Tran Phu Street, Hoi An
Business Hours: Daily 9:00 to 22:00
Price: 20,000 VND for the Herbal Drink

During our visit to Hoi An, we stopped by Faifo Coffee to try their signature drink. Faifo cafe features rooftop seating overlooking the ancient town. It is known for Instagrammable photos on social media with lovely Hoi An street views from the rooftop. While the coffee may not be the best in our opinion, it offers a fantastic view and a pleasant atmosphere.

Faifo Coffee Hoi An
Address: 130 Trần Phú, Old Town, Hội An
Business Hours: Mon-Thu from 8:30 to 21:00. Fri-Sun from 8:00 to 21:30.

Central Vietnam: Da Nang and Hoi An Food Tips

Overview: Da Nang and Hoi An Food Guide

All in all, we hope this Da Nang and Hoi An food guide can give you some tiny idea of where and what to eat here. Literally, you can find almost all kinds of Vietnamese traditional food in the restaurants, local markets, or street food stalls.

Give it a try and you’ll see it’s a lot simpler than you think to back with happy tummy with Vietnamese flavor to your home. Enjoy your food tour in Da Nang and Hoi An!

Related Da Nang and Hoi An Food Guide post:

• Com Linh Hoi An: Authentic Local Vietnamese Food
• Banh Mi Phuong: Hoi An Best Street Food
• Miss Ly Hoi An: Family-Run Little Gem Restaurant
• Thit Nuong Co Loi Hoi An: Local Flavor BBQ
• Faifo Coffee Hoi An: Iconic Rooftop Cafe with Street View
• An Thoi Da Nang: Michelin Bib Gourmand Vietnamese Restaurant
• Moc Quan Da Nang: Affordable Seafood Feast

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