Hoi An
What makes the banh mi (filled baguettes) at this cramped joint draw the stupendous crowds out front? It's the dense, chewy bread, the freshness of the…
Must-see restaurants in Central Vietnam
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
This popular brick-lined vegetarian restaurant packs in a lot of flavour for those on the run from meat and dairy, with banana and mango pancakes for…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Surprisingly it's roast chicken on offer here, although giant porkers are raised as well. Reached by boat or via a bumpy bike path, the attraction here is…
Hoi An
Do the meals taste exceptional here because Streets is for a good cause? Perhaps it helps to know that the staff are disadvantaged youths trained up in…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Moi Moi's super-relaxed and very rustic location is just the ticket for a lazy afternoon of playing pool, chilling in a hammock and snacking on…
Hoi An
For baked goodies, 9 Grains gives it the whole nine yards: from granola at brekkie to the artisan bread, pain au chocolat, croissants, cakes and pastries,…
An Bang Beach
Featuring a garden setting and decorated with colourful lanterns, Purple Lantern is a low-key family-owned restaurant a couple of streets back from the…
Hoi An
English-speaking owner Son is a fantastic host at this popular little restaurant with an open kitchen and a short menu – try the fish in banana leaf or…
Danang Region
Owned by a hip Japanese surfer, Burger Bros is a cool spot for excellent gourmet burgers, plus well-priced beer and terrific french fries and coleslaw…
Hoi An
Mexican flavours come to Hoi An at the excellent Hola Taco. The standouts are the tacos and enchiladas, both well spiced and ideal with a couple of Tiger…
Hue
A top, unfussy spot to try Hue's dizzying menu of royal rice cakes. Serving portions are pretty big, so rustle up a few friends to try the different…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Dine on grilled and steamed de (goat) – try the goat with lemongrass – at this riverside spot in Son Trach. Other options include spicy chicken and ice…
An Bang Beach
This homely and rustic-textured spot is the top An Bang choice for baked goodies, with an on-site bakery taking care of fresh baguettes, cakes, croissants…
Danang Region
This seafood restaurant is very popular with Vietnamese families on weekends and holidays, but is usually quiet otherwise. Eat right over the water in one…
Hue
Owner-photographer Mr Cu, whose inspirational pictures adorn the walls, has been hosting backpackers for years, and his relaxed restaurant has lots of…
Ninh Binh
Expect very large portions, options for vegetarians, and a warm welcome from the host family at this busy little place that's popular with travellers. The…
Tam Coc
Our pick of the family-owned restaurants along the Tam Coc strip. Good goat dishes – you're in Ninh Binh after all – and cheap rice and noodle dishes when…
South-Central Vietnam
Located opposite the Violet Hotel, these rustic riverside eateries serve up simple Vietnamese snacks, ice-cold beer and whole or half grilled suckling pig…
An Bang Beach
This oceanfront restaurant with a grassy garden and thatched dining area has a daily menu that may include tuna carpaccio, seafood salad or calamari…
Hue
Excellent spot for a hearty bowl of bun bo Hue, the city's signature noodle dish combining tender beef, vermicelli and lemongrass. Next door at number 19,…
Hue
Tuck into bowls of rice (com hen) or noodles (bun hen) combining fresh herbs and tasty local clams from a nearby island in the middle of the Song Huong…
Dong Hoi
This cosy, friendly restaurant and bar offers something for everyone, with everything from burgers and steaks to Thai curries and decent pizza, plus meat…
Hue
Our favourite spot for Hue's famous bun thit nuong – grilled pork with vermicelli and a forest of fresh herbs. Don't forget a hearty dollop of the special…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
This laid-back haven on Son Trach's main drag has colourful decor and well-priced food and drink, including excellent fresh-fruit smoothies and varied…
Hue
After visiting the Citadel, try this excellent Vietnamese place with aluminium furniture that draws a local crowd for superior versions of two local…
South-Central Vietnam
Vegetarians can avoid accidentally ordering pork, beef or chicken at this decent vegetarian restaurant in Hung Vuong Park (Cong Vien Hung Vuong). Dishes…
Hoi An
An outstanding restaurant in historic premises that concentrates on street food and traditionally prepared dishes (primarily from central Vietnam)…
Danang
The music volume could go down a notch at Mumtaz, but the menu delivers. Select from an appealing and spicy array of fish and prawn dishes (including the…
Hoi An
Offering a (sanitised) street-food-style experience for those slightly wary, this huge place has food stations cranking out Vietnamese favourites from all…
Danang
When you just need to satisfy those kimchi cravings, this simple and neat-looking Korean restaurant dishes up tasty sizzling stone-bowl bibimbap in a…
Hoi An
Refreshing cold-press juices are the standout at this compact combo of cafe and deli. Our favourite is the Watermelon Man juice combining watermelon,…
Danang
Vegans can make a beeline for this tiny one-man ramen outlet for ample and satisfying bowls of tantan men (dandan noodles) with shiitake mushrooms,…
Hoi An
A casual and laid-back place owned by well-known Vietnamese–North American chef Duc Tran, Mai Fish focuses on authentic and tasty versions of homestyle…
An Bang Beach
This oceanfront place includes beachy decor with rustic timber, private cabanas, and a menu stretching from local flavours through to burgers and fresh…
Cham Islands
About 2km southwest of Bai Lang village, Cham Restaurant sits pretty on stunning Bai Chong Beach, and serves wonderful Vietnamese dishes, including lots…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Colourful decor, attentive service and authentic flavours make Omar's Namaste a welcome addition to the Son Trach dining scene. Especially good is the…
Danang
Atmospheric place run by a French-VIetnamese couple who have crafted a great menu that takes in French classics, pub food, barbecued meat (try the ribs)…
Hoi An
Down a little alley near the famous well, this local place is renowned for one dish: barbecued pork, served up satay-style, which you then combine with…
Hoi An
The setting, inside one of Hoi An's most impressive traditional wooden houses, is beautiful, and the accomplished cooking (both Western and Eastern)…
Hue
An authentic Japanese restaurant with tasteful furnishings including lanterns and calligraphy, and a winning menu with sushi, tempura and yakitori dishes…
