Eating Da Nang food is one of the highlights of visiting the city! Traditional Vietnamese cuisine, fresh-caught seafood and international fare are all on offer.
During our two weeks in the city, we feasted on top local gastronomy and sought out the best restaurants in Da Nang, Vietnam.
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Da Nang Food: What To Eat in Da Nang, Vietnam
The food in Da Nang is some of the best – and most unique – in Vietnam. As the half-way point between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City – the cuisine has evolved from a blend of influences.
Furthermore, because the city attracts expats from around the world (along with an influx of Korean visitors), there is a high concentration of international eateries in Da Nang.
What Food is Da Nang Known For?
The most famous Da Nang food is Mi Quang. In fact, it is easier to find than Vietnam’s most iconic noodle dish, Pho.
Mi Quang, which is a bowl of rice noodles in a turmeric broth topped with meat and herbs, is typically served for breakfast.
However, because it is the most famous food in Da Nang, many restaurants and vendors serve it throughout the day.
Other popular local Da Nang food is Banh Xeo (crispy pancakes), Com Ga (chicken and rice) and Bun Cha Ca (fishcake noodle soup).
Where To Eat in Da Nang
There is no shortage of places to eat in Da Nang. As is also often the case in Vietnam, many of the same types of eateries are found in one area.
Restaurants featuring the best local food in Da Nang are found in the city center. Meanwhile, the best international restaurants are found in the An Thuong district between the Han River and the East Vietnam Sea.
In the markets and on the street corner, vendors make delicious Da Nang street food. And, for visitors seeking the best seafood in Da Nang, the Man Thai fishing village is the place to go.
Best Da Nang Restaurants
There is such a massive variety of things to eat in Da Nang! We never got bored of the cuisine – and had no trouble finding good food here.
During our stay, we indulged in the traditional local cuisine, but feasted on international fare, too. To help other travelers, we created our list of the Best Places To Eat in Da Nang, Vietnam!
11 Best Restaurants in Da Nang, Vietnam
For each of the 11 venues on our list we provide a recommended dish. At the end of this article there’s a Da Nang Restaurant Map, as well.
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#1 Banh Xeo Ba Duong: Best Banh Xeo in Da Nang
Banh Xeo is a typical dish of Central Vietnam. The first time I tried it was at a Hanoi Cooking Class – and the dish quickly rose to the top of my favorite foods in Vietnam.
The crispy turmeric pancake is stuffed with a mixture of meat and shrimp and then cut into strips.
The pieces are rolled into rice paper – along with lettuce, herbs and cucumber. Before eating, the rolls can be dipped into a peanut sauce for a perfectly flavorful bite.
Ba Duong is the most popular Banh Xeo restaurant in Da Nang. Not only do they make absolutely delicious Banh Xeo, but visiting this place is a true Da Nang experience!
The no-frills eatery is loud, chaotic and fun…and it’s filled with locals. Patrons share tables – and the waitstaff squeeze as many people in as possible.
The pancakes are enormous, so we ordered just one to share between the two of us.
Once we placed our order, a server brought us a platter of meat-on-a-stick (you only pay for the sticks you consume) to eat while we waited for our meal.
Before our Banh Xeo arrived, we took note of fellow diners’ techniques for assembling the rolls so that by the time our steaming platter arrived, we were more than ready – and the perfectly balanced meal hit the spot!
Pro Tip: Don’t be fooled into sitting down at one of the other Banh Xeo restaurants that line the alley. Keep going to the end to K 280/23 Hoang Dieu (which is printed on their sign).
#2 Com Ga A Hai Restaurant Da Nang
Com Ga is a classic meal of chicken and rice and it is found on many menus here. However, Com Ga A Hai is the best restaurant in Da Nang, because they make the ordinary dish extraordinary.
Popular with locals and in-the-know tourists, the friendly waitstaff knows why you are there: to eat their incredible roasted chicken and rice!
When we sat down, the waiter simply asked, “How many?” and held up one – then two – fingers. Within minutes, maybe seconds, dishes started appearing on our table.
First was a green onion soup, then a small bowl of pickled vegetables followed by a spicy dipping sauce. At last, the roasted skin-on bone-in chicken leg and rice was placed on our table.
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside and seasoned to perfection – Com Ga A Hai is a DaNang Must Eat!
#3 Bep Hen: Best Restaurant Da Nang
On our mission to find the best food in Da Nang, we found Bep Hen – and it did not disappoint!
The shabby chic eatery occupies three floors – complete with a rooftop garden room and a small outdoor space. While the ambiance is charming, the food is positively spectacular.
Featuring Vietnamese home cooking, menu items can be shared family-style (and we highly recommend it!).
The signature dish, Caramelized Braised Pork, comes with boiled eggs and is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
We also tried the Eggplant Stuffed with Minced Pork – which absolutely blew us away. Fully cooked, but not soggy, the stuffed eggplant is enhanced with a splendidly sweet garlic soy sauce dressing.
Pro Top: Our meal at Bep Hen – which was our best dinner in Da Nang – was incredibly affordable. For the two main entrees, rice and two rounds of beers – plus tip – our bill came out to less than $12.
#4 Mi Quang Ba Mua: Best Breakfast in Da Nang
Mi Quang is a special food in Da Nang that is unique to the city. The hearty meal is made with thick rice noodles and a flavorful turmeric broth – but just enough to strengthen the taste, not enough to call it a soup.
The noodles are topped with various cuts of meats – either beef, chicken, pork, shrimp or fish – and a variety of accompaniments, typically herbs and peanuts.
Relying on advice from locals, we ventured into Mi Quang Ba Mua for breakfast – which was already packed when we arrived.
While the restaurant has a large menu, only Mi Quang is available in the morning – albeit, they can make it five different ways.
We opted for the #1 menu item: Mixed Meat Mi Quang. Packed with pieces of beef, pork, shrimp and fish – and even a boiled egg – it was truly the broth that made the dish.
Pro Tip: Order a side of Vietnamese rice crackers to break over the top. We only realized it was an option when I saw other diners adding the crackers to their meals!
#5 Veda’s Kitchen: Best Indian Restaurant in Da Nang
We had not planned on eating Indian food, but when our friends raved about Veda’s Kitchen, we couldn’t resist trying it ourselves.
Although everything tends to be too spicy for my liking, at Veda’s Kitchen they make phenomenal, full-flavored classic Indian fare with just the right amount of heat.
All of the outdoor seats were occupied during our visit, but they had room for us at a small table inside.
We ordered Samosas with three different sauces, Cheesy Garlic Naan bread, heavenly (and not spicy) Butter Chicken and a Tikka Masala that Kris still craves.
While more expensive than Da Nang local food, we feel it is absolutely worth the splurge!
Pro Tip: Family Indian Restaurant also comes highly recommended by fellow travelers. We didn’t have time to go on our most recent visit, but we look forward to trying it on a future Da Nang trip.
#6 Burger Bros Da Nang
Burger cravings can be difficult to satisfy in Vietnam – but the cheeseburgers at Burger Bros are spot on!
Patrons can choose from a range of fast-food style burgers complete with all the fixings. Homemade garlic fries or coleslaw can be added as a side to make it a meal.
Encouraged by their slogan, “No Burger. No Life.”, we went all in with the double-patty My Khe Burger and the decadent Bacon Egg Burger.
Both burgers came with juicy meat patties topped with melted cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. An unbelievably good burger in an unlikely locale!
Pro Tip: The small shack-like restaurant fills up quickly. While we were lucky to score a table, the wait wasn’t typically longer than 10 minutes.
#7 Hanh & Ken Vietnamese Food (formerly Tui Tia)
We stumbled onto Tui Tia while looking for Tam’s Surf Shop and Burgers – and we are stoked that we did! The modern space features popular Vietnamese street food in a lovely setting.
We opted for the local specialty, Banh Xeo (crispy pancakes), and fried spring rolls. Complemented by an assortment of fresh herbs and pineapple, it was slightly different than versions we had tried previously.
The owner patiently showed us step-by-step how to properly consume it – and we were impressed by both the taste and the exemplary service.
Pro Tip: We have learned that there are numerous styles of Banh Xeo – we tried yet another rendition on our Hue Day Trip that featured a pancake that was much thicker.
#8 Taco NGON: Mexican Food in Da Nang
Having spent years in the American Southwest, we were skeptical about eating Mexican food in Da Nang. But then we heard about Taco NGON – and we were intrigued.
Rather than trying to produce authentic Mexican fare, they created a menu of fusion tacos featuring a Vietnamese twist.
Their homemade tortillas can be filled with one of four choices (pork, fried fish, chicken or veggie) – and topped with one of four sauces (Wasabi Coleslaw, Yogurt Salsa, Ginger Lime and Tamarind BBQ).
The winning combinations for us were Fish with Ginger Lime and Chicken with Wasabi Coleslaw. Other combos we tried were Chicken with Tamarind BBQ (which was way too spicy for me) and Fish with Yogurt Salsa.
Top Tip: Ngon means delicious in Vietnamese!
#9 My Casa Spanish Tapas Restaurant
The upscale and stylish My Casa restaurant offers two kinds of international fare: Italian pizzas and pasta and Spanish-style tapas. Run by an Italian-Spanish couple, the service is top-notch.
Although more expensive than most Da Nang restaurants, the menu features dishes made with quality ingredients and handmade cocktails.
Desiring something to share, we ordered an assortment of Spanish tapas that we assembled into a meal.
A few of our favorites were the Pork Meatballs and Hand-Cut Patatas in a tomato sauce, the Onion and Potato Spanish Omelet and Chicken Satay with Homemade Peanut Sauce.
Pro Tip: My Casa offers a daily happy hour from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
#10 Kem Bo Co Van (Avocado Ice Cream)
In business since 1990, Kem Bo Co Van is a little Avocado Ice Cream stall at the Bac My An Market run by Ms. Van (plus her small crew to help keep up with the orders).
We were initially hesitant about the concept of Avocado Ice Cream (Kem Bo), but it is actually incredibly smooth and quite refreshing!
The mashed avocado is spooned into the bottom of the glass, then topped with a scoop of coconut ice cream and decorated with toasted coconut flakes.
Ms. Van’s Kem Bo stall is always busy, but there is likely someone out front helping to direct patrons to a seat.
The creamy concoction comes layered in a glass; we recommend mixing it all together so that you aren’t left with a spoonful of plain avo at the end.
Pro Tip: No seats available? No problem! Get your Kem Bo in a to-go cup and eat it as you peruse the market hall.
#11 An Thuong DaNang Night Market Food
Unlike most Vietnam night markets, the Da Nang An Thuong Night Market is a small space of affixed stalls selling international fare.
The concept is especially popular with tourists and is a fun place to meet fellow travelers and Da Nang digital nomads.
We stopped by the market one night and pieced together a meal by ordering several items from different vendors.
Among our favorites were Japanese-style Yakitori Sticks with chicken and leeks, a Cheesy Quesadilla from Three Little Owls and an impressive Philly Cheesesteak.
Going to Ba Na Hills? Don’t miss their evening buffet where you can sample heaps of the region’s most famous foods. Read about everything you need to know in our Guide to Ba Na!
More Tips About Da Nang Food
Above we outlined our top choices for places to eat in Da Nang, however, we have a few more pieces of advice.
Da Nang Street Food: Banh Mi and Pho
We didn’t venture too far into the street food scene, but we did eat some during our extended stay.
Banh Mi
While touring the city, we were never far from a Banh Mi cart. We tried a few from unnamed vendor stalls when we just wanted to grab something quick on the go. We preferred Banh Mi Ba Lan.
Pro Tip: In Da Nang, Banh Mi is often spelled Banh My. It’s the same concept, just a different spelling!
Da Nang Pho
Street vendors here are more likely to be selling Mi Quang than Pho, but we saw plenty of restaurants that listed it on their menu.
One day, when I was craving a bowl, we wandered into An House Restaurant and found their Pho to be especially good!
Da Nang Seafood
In my quest to seek out the best seafood restaurant in Da Nang, I became completely discouraged.
I read too many unpleasant reviews that complained about exorbitant prices for mediocre food and poor service. The waterfront My Khe Beach Restaurants get particularly inconsistent reviews.
Couple the erratic and bad reviews with the fact that Kris doesn’t like most seafood, the idea of dining on fresh fish seaside fizzled for me.
That said, if eating at a Da Nang seafood restaurant had been a priority for us, we would have chosen Nam Danh.
We also heard from other travelers that inland spots, like Moc Seafood, provide better service than the ones along the sea.
Vegetarian Restaurant Da Nang
Meat-less meals are almost always an option in Vietnam. There are a few dedicated Da Nang vegetarian restaurants, but places can simply adapt dishes to make them meatless.
Most Banh Mi vendors offer a vegetarian sandwich and Indian restaurants have non-meat dishes, too.
Da Nang French Restaurant
For a classy, fine dining experience, visitors might want to seek out one of the highly-rated French restaurants in Da Nang.
Based on the exceptional reviews, we believe Le Bambino and Cabanon Palace might be the top spots.
Da Nang Restaurant Map
Use this link to Google Maps for our Da Nang Food and Drink Map online.
What You Will Need For Your Visit To Da Nang
Before you set off in search of the best food in Da Nang, prepare for your journey into the local cuisine with these few items.
An Open Mind
First and foremost, keep an open mind while trying Vietnam food. Both the cuisine and the environment will likely be different from what you are used to – but that is part of the adventure!
Tissues
Carrying a small packet of tissues is imperative in Vietnam. Not all restaurants – and very few vendors – provide napkins, so bringing your own tissues is key!
Hand Sanitizer
Before diving into a meal in Vietnam, make sure your hands are germ-free! Some restaurants may not provide soap in the toilet (if they even have one), so it’s best to have hand sanitizer on hand (literally).
Grab App
Getting around is best done via Grab Taxis. In order to get a ride, visitors need to have the Grab App. We recommend downloading and setting it up prior to your trip to Vietnam.
Pro Tip: The Grap App can also be used for food delivery in Da Nang!
Belly Meds
Eating foreign foods can often cause an upset stomach. We are always prepared with medications for unfortunate digestive problems. Pack some tums and an anti-diarrhea meds just in case.
Da Nang, Vietnam Food Tour & Cooking Class
If you would rather let a local guide lead the way, join this highly-rated Da Nang Street Food Tour! How about learning how to cook Vietnamese food using authentic Da Nang recipes? Consider taking a class!
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