Top 5 Specialties of Nha Trang
Being a coastal city and the capital of Khanh Hoa province on the South Central Coast of the country, Nha Trang is one of the most attractive destinations for international tourists in Vietnam. Nha Trang is not only famous for the pristine beaches and excellent scuba diving, but also for its special delicacies. Here are 5 must-try foods list for people first coming to Nha Trang:
Grilled Fermented Pork Roll- Nem Nuong
When discussing the culinary scene of Nha Trang, one cannot overlook the grilled fermented pork roll, often referred to as Ninh Hoa or Nha Trang's fermented pork roll. Visitors can enjoy it fresh (known as “nem chua”) or grilled (“nem nuong”). Most tourists opt for “nem nuong” while purchasing “nem chua” as souvenirs for their families back home. Grilled directly over a coal brazier, the fermented pork roll is typically served with an array of fresh herbs and a dipping sauce made from pickled green papaya.
Nem Nuong - Photo: @foodmento
Where to try: Nem Nuong Vu Thanh An - 15 Le Loi - Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa. The restaurant is usually bustling from late afternoon until midnight.
Lac Canh's Grilled Beef
The key to achieving the ideal grilled beef lies in a secret recipe that combines beef with honey and over a dozen spices. This recipe has been passed down through generations and is only known to select members of the restaurant owner's family. Diners have the freedom to grill the beef to their personal liking.
Lac Canh’s grilled beef has garnered such popularity among tourists that it is frequently featured in many prominent international travel guides.
Lac Canh grilled beef - Photo: @ebenezeryoon
Where to try: Han Hon Minh restaurant (established in 1963) - 44 Nguyen Binh Khiem - Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa.
Rice Vermicelli with Grilled Fish and Jellyfish- Bun Cha Ca
The defining characteristic of “bun cha ca” is its broth, made from boiled sailfish and mackerel bones. Unlike the rich broth made from pork bones, “bun cha ca” offers a sweet and savory taste, making it particularly appealing to those looking for a lighter meal. A bowl of Nha Trang's “bun cha ca” features jellyfish and steamed sailfish.
Bun cha ca - Photo: @now.vn_saigon
Where to try: Bun ca Nam Beo - Block B2 - Phan Boi Chau - Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa.
Lang Chai's Seafood
Before exploring Hon Tam, Bai Soi, or Bai Mini beaches, tourists are encouraged to stop by Lang Chai to purchase fresh seafood. Customers can select seafood raised in underwater cages. They can then take a ferry to a nearby restaurant where the seafood is prepared and cooked on-site. For those preferring to stay on the mainland, Chieu Anh Restaurant offers fresh seafood at reasonable prices.
Seafood - Photo: @nhatrang.food
Where to try: Chieu Anh Restaurant - 86 Tran Phu - Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa.
Banh Can - “Can” Cake
Gathered around the warm glow of a coal brazier, watching as the cook expertly pours flour into molds, and then savoring the hot “banh can” on a breezy day is an experience not to be missed while in Nha Trang.
“Banh can” is a beloved snack in the Central and Southern regions of Vietnam, made with rice flour, lard, spring onion, and eggs. The cakes are typically served in pairs alongside a special sweet and sour dipping sauce crafted from Nha Trang's renowned fish sauce and fresh vegetables.
Banh Can - Photo: @cookat_vietnam
Where to try: At the intersection of Le Thanh Ton and Nguyen Thien Thuat Streets.
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