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Top must-try dishes in Nha Trang

Written by Quang Bui | Apr 18, 2024 10:15:07 AM

Explore the mouth-watering, aesthetically pleasing and unbelievably cheap dishes in Nha Trang whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning one.

Sweet Fish Cake Noodles

 

This dish features delicious fish cakes served with noodles in a mild but flavorful broth. The fish cakes are made from fresh fish and have a slightly sweet and savory taste while the noodles are cooked to perfection, providing a satisfying texture to the dish. As a pointer, use fish sauce and chili sauce to eat the dish the way you like it. 

You can enjoy a bowl of Sweet Fish Cake Noodles without breaking the bank as it ranges from 20 000 VND to 50 000 VND - around $1 to $2.

Some locally famous restaurants for this dish:

  • Bún chả cá cô Ba – 105 Hoàng Hoa Thám, phường Lộc Thọ
  • Bún chả cá Năm Beo – B2 Chung cư Phan Bội Châu
  • Quán Phúc: 53 Vân Đồn

Chewy Jellyfish Noodles

If you're feeling adventurous and want to try something unique, Jellyfish Noodles is the dish for you. As the name suggests, this dish features noodles and pre-cleaned jellyfish, which provides a unique and chewy texture. The dish usually is served with fish cake and  morsels of cooked fish but beware: it can be spicy hot. Just remember to ask for a no-chili bow if you are not into spicy flavors.

Price range: 15 - 40 000 VND or $1 - $2.

Try out the dishes at:

  • Bún sứa Hàn Thuyên – Số 24 đường Hàn Thuyên
  • Bún sứa Nguyên Loan – 123 Ngô Gia Tự

Crispy Seafood Pancakes

You can't call yourself a food lover if you haven't tried Seafood Pancakes. These pancakes are made with very crispy batter and filled with a variety of fresh seafood, such as shrimp, squid, and fish. The pancakes are cooked until golden brown and served with a tangy sweet dipping sauce along with fresh herbs. 

Price range: Depends on each establishment. Always ask in advance. 5 0000 - 60 000 VND or $.3 - $3.

You can find them here:

  • Bánh xèo mực Nha Trang Nem 52 Lê Lợi – Số 29 – 31 Lê Lợi,
  • Bánh xèo mực cô Tám – Số 6 Tháp Bà

Savory Grilled Meat Stick

For meat lovers, Grilled Meat Stick is a dish that you shouldn't miss. This dish features skewered meat, typically pork or beef, marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and grilled to perfection. It is served with a tangy and sour dipping sauce, or a rich and salty peanut sauce. You can eat them separately or put everything in a pancake roll to eat like a Vietnamese.

Price range: Starting from 50 000 VND or $2.

Where to try:

  • Quán Đặng Văn Quyên: 16B Lãn Ông, hoặc ngã ba Phan Bội Châu – Hàn Thuyên
  • Quán Ngọc Tiên: 59 Lê Thành Phương

Fresh Seafood Offerings

From succulent shrimp to juicy crab and flavorful fish, Nha Trang has it all. The seafood in Nha Trang is known for its quality and freshness, as it is sourced directly from the nearby sea. 

There are various seafood restaurants and street stalls in Nha Trang where you can enjoy a wide variety of seafood dishes. Whether you prefer grilled, steamed, or fried seafood, you'll find plenty of options to satisfy your cravings. You can order the food served right on site or have it cooked to go or even have it live. There may be a small extra fee for cooking.

One thing to bear in mind though. Always check the prices before you order.

Some places to visit:

  • Hải sản Thanh Sương: 21 Trần Phú, Vĩnh Hòa
  • Hải sản Gió Biển: 10 Phạm Văn Đồng, Vĩnh Hải
  • Hải sản Xuân Anh: 9C Tháp Bà