Short answer: The dishes to try first in Da Nang are mi Quang (turmeric noodles), bun cha ca (fish cake noodle soup), banh trang cuon thit heo (pork rolled in rice paper), nem lui (lemongrass pork skewers) and fresh seafood by the beach. A bowl of noodles at a local shop costs about 30,000–60,000 VND. Eat noodles in the morning, seafood in the evening, and finish with coffee by the Han River.
Da Nang dishes to try first
Dish | What it is | When locals eat it |
|---|---|---|
Flat yellow rice noodles in a small amount of rich broth, with pork, shrimp or chicken, peanuts and a rice cracker | Breakfast and lunch | |
Rice noodle soup with fried fish cake, pumpkin and a light fish broth | Breakfast | |
Boiled pork, herbs and greens you roll yourself in rice paper and dip in fermented anchovy sauce | Lunch and dinner | |
Grilled pork wrapped around lemongrass sticks, rolled with herbs and a peanut-liver sauce | Afternoon and dinner | |
Small crispy rice pancakes with shrimp and pork, eaten with herbs | Afternoon and dinner | |
Shellfish, crab and fish chosen from tanks and cooked to order, mostly along the beach roads | Dinner |
Where to eat in Da Nang
- Han Market and Con Market for cheap local dishes and snacks at lunchtime. See our Han Market guide.
- The beach roads in Son Tra and My Khe for seafood restaurants. Check the price per kilo before you order; our seafood guide explains how.
- Night markets such as Son Tra night market for grilled snacks and desserts after dark.
- Along the Han River for coffee, rooftop bars and restaurants with a view of the Dragon Bridge.
Tips for eating out
- Local noodle shops often sell out by late morning, so go early.
- Most small restaurants take cash only; keep some 10,000–50,000 VND notes.
- Prices for seafood are by weight. Ask for the price per kilo and how much you are getting before it is cooked.
- If you want to try many dishes in one evening, a food tour or a one-day food itinerary saves time.
Below are all our Da Nang food guides (41 articles), grouped by what you want to eat.
Local dishes you should try
- Da Nang’s Best Noodle Soups: A Culinary Journey: Discover Da Nang's Best Noodle Soups: A Culinary Journey.
- Discover Da Nang’s Top Quan Nhau for Authentic Bites: Discover the best Quán Nhậu Da Nang options in town.
- Banh Trang Cuon Thit Heo: Da Nang’s Signature Pork Rolls: Da Nang’s signature roll explained — two-skin pork, double rice paper and mắm nêm — plus 6 addresses including two MICHELIN Bib Gourmand shops.
- Where to Eat Hu Tieu in Da Nang: Noodle Soup with a Southern Flair: Where to eat hu tieu in Da Nang: 7 noodle shops near Han Market and My Khe, bowls from 30,000 VND, Nam Vang vs dry styles and phrases to order like a local.
- Da Nang’s Best Nem Lui: Lemongrass Pork Skewers to Try: Nem lui — lemongrass pork skewers rolled at the table with peanut sauce.
- Savoring Da Nang’s Mi Quang: A Local Noodle Favorite: Savoring Da Nang's Mi Quang: A Local Noodle Favorite reveals the authentic recipe, regional variations, and the best local spots to experience…
- Da Nang’s Best Com Tam: Where to Eat Broken Rice: Where to eat com tam in Da Nang: 6 broken-rice spots, what to order, how Da Nang plates differ from Saigon style, and practical local tips.
- Da Nang’s Best Ca Kho To: Caramelized Fish in Clay Pot: Find Da Nang's Best Ca Kho To: Caramelized Fish in Clay Pot —top-rated spots, authentic recipes, and what makes this dish a must-try.
- Chao in Da Nang: 8 Rice Porridge Shops, from Duck to Frog: Where to eat cháo in Da Nang: duck, chicken, offal, eel and frog porridge shops with addresses, prices from local guides, and phrases to order like locals.
- Banana Flower Salad in Da Nang: 6 Places for Gỏi Bắp Chuối: Where to find gỏi bắp chuối in Da Nang: duck salad at Michelin-listed stalls and banana blossom with mì Quảng, plus addresses, pairings and key phrases.
- Bun Cha Ca Da Nang: The Local Breakfast & Where to Eat It: Da Nang’s default breakfast: bún chả cá. Six addresses including two MICHELIN entries, opening hours, prices in VND, and how to use the mắm ruốc.
- Da Nang’s Best Vietnamese Pancakes: Banh Xeo and Banh Khot: Taste Hanoi-style crispy banh xeo and savory banh khot at Da Nang's best Vietnamese Pancakes: Banh Xeo and Banh Khot —find top spots and must-try fillings.
- Da Nang’s Must-Try Breakfast Dishes: Start Your Day Like a Local: Start your day like a local with Da Nang's must-try breakfast dishes—from Mỹ Quảng to bún bò, this guide covers ten iconic morning bowls you can't miss.
- Da Nang’s Best Xoi: Sticky Rice Delights for Every Meal: Explore Da Nang's Best Xoi: Sticky Rice Delights for Every Meal , from savory mung bean to sweet coconut, with top-rated stalls and local tips.
Seafood and grills
- Seafood in Da Nang: Where to Eat It and How Not to Overpay: Where locals eat seafood in Da Nang, what the per-100g pricing really means, the three dishes to order first, and how to stop the scale being rigged.
- Da Nang’s Best Hot Pot Experiences for Group Dinners: Find Da Nang's Best Hot Pot Experiences for Group Dinners —from private rooms to bubbling broths for 8+ people, with pricing and location details.
- Da Nang’s Must-Try Nem Nuong: Grilled Pork Skewers Revealed: Nem nuong is not nem lui. Here is the difference, and where to eat the grilled pork roll version in Da Nang.
- Suon Nuong in Da Nang: 8 Places for Grilled Pork Chops and Ribs: Where to eat sườn nướng in Da Nang: 8 cơm tấm shops and a smoked-rib grill, with addresses, what to order, prices where known and Vietnamese phrases.
- Da Nang’s Top Grilled Specialties: Savoring Smoky Flavors: Discover Da Nang's Top Grilled Specialties: Savoring Smoky Flavors.
Street food and night markets
- Healthy Nighttime Snack Ideas in Da Nang: Fuel Your Evening Wisely: Find 20+ healthy nighttime snack ideas in Da Nang—local, light, and protein-rich picks to fuel your evening wisely without ruining sleep.
- Da Nang Night Market Food: What to Eat After Dark: What to eat at Da Nang’s night markets — the stalls worth queueing for, what things cost in VND, and which market is best after 8pm.
- Da Nang’s Best Snacks: Quick Bites on the Go: Discover Da Nang's Best Snacks: Quick Bites on the Go for delicious street food adventures.
Coffee, smoothies and drinks
- Banh Bao in Da Nang: 13 Best Steamed Bun Spots: Where to eat banh bao in Da Nang: 13 verified spots, what each filling actually is, real prices from 12,000 VND, and the two-hour rule that decides a good bun.
- Exploring Da Nang’s Coffee Culture: 27 Best Cafes to Visit (Guide): Explore Da Nang coffee culture through traditional phin, salt coffee, specialty roasters and 27 cafes, with practical tips on what to order.
- Da Nang Tea Houses: 8 Quiet Places for Traditional Vietnamese Tea: Eight real Da Nang tea houses with addresses and prices, plus what to order (lotus, Thai Nguyen, shan tuyet) and simple etiquette for a calm tea break.
- Da Nang’s Top Sinh To: Fresh Fruit Smoothies to Beat the Heat: Beat the tropical heat with Da Nang's Top Sinh To: Fresh Fruit Smoothies to Beat the Heat .
- Da Nang’s Best Fruit Smoothies: Refreshing Drinks for Every Taste: Craving a cool escape? Da Nang's Best Fruit Smoothies: Refreshing Drinks for Every Taste guides you to 15+ top stalls for creamy, real-fruit blends under $2.
- Da Nang’s Best Nuoc Mia: Fresh Sugarcane Juice Stops: Find the tastiest sugarcane juice in Da Nang with our guide to the best nuoc mia stops, from street carts to hidden local gems.
- Da Nang Coffee Guide: Salt Coffee, Phin & What to Order: Vietnamese coffee in Da Nang explained: cà phê sữa đá, salt coffee, egg coffee, coconut coffee and bạc xỉu, with real prices in VND and where to drink each.
Desserts and bakeries
- Best Desserts in Da Nang: 8 Places for Chè, Kem Bơ and Flan: Where to eat dessert in Da Nang: chè, kem bơ avocado ice cream, flan, gelato and chocolate.
- Da Nang’s Artisan Chocolate Shops: Handcrafted Treats to Indulge: Da Nang’s artisan chocolate shops — Savall, Kurumi, Dua Ben Tre 190 and Crema Gelato.
- Da Nang’s Top Bakeries for European Pastries: Croissants, Tarts, and More: Find Da Nang's Top Bakeries for European Pastries: Croissants, Tarts, and More —rated by locals.
- Da Nang’s Best French Bakeries: Croissants and Baguettes: Taste-testing 15 bakeries to find Da Nang's Best French Bakeries: Croissants and Baguettes , with butter content, crust crunch, and price compared.
- Exploring Da Nang’s Banh Troi Tau: Sweet Floating Cakes: Craving Da Nang's sweet floating cakes? Exploring Da Nang's Banh Troi Tau: Sweet Floating Cakes reveals the best street stalls, history, and why…
Restaurants for every occasion
- Best Brunch in Da Nang: Cafés in My An, An Thuong and the Centre: Where to eat brunch in Da Nang: egg dishes, pancakes and vegan bowls in My An and An Thuong, plus city-centre picks, with addresses and price ranges.
- Cheap Eats in Da Nang: Great Local Meals Under US$5: Where to eat well in Da Nang for under 120,000 VND: mì Quảng, bún chả cá and bánh xèo shops, cơm bình dân lunches and the Con and Han market food courts.
- Romantic Dinners in Da Nang: River, Rooftop and Tasting Menus: Where couples should book dinner in Da Nang: a MICHELIN-star tasting menu, Han River tables facing the Dragon Bridge, beachfront dining and rooftop drinks.
- Best Picnic Spots in Da Nang: 5 Practical Places: 5 practical picnic spots in Da Nang, from My Khe Beach to the Han River, plus where not to picnic, what food travels well and the best time to go.
- Da Nang’s Best Food with a View: Restaurants Overlooking the River: Craving riverside dining? Da Nang's Best Food with a View: Restaurants Overlooking the River reveals 12 spots where the Han River view matches the meal.
Vegetarian and international food
- Da Nang Chay Guide: Traditional Buddhist Vegetarian Eateries: Family-run quan chay and bep chay kitchens serving vegan pho, bun and com chay under 60,000 VND — plus how to order without a menu.
Food tours, itineraries and classes
- The Ultimate Da Nang Foodie Itinerary: Savor the best of Da Nang with The Ultimate Da Nang Foodie Itinerary.
Eating your way beyond Da Nang
Hoi An has its own specialities, including cao lau and banh mi, and Hue is known for bun bo Hue and royal-style dishes. Read our Hoi An travel guide and Hue travel guide, or go for the day with a private car from Da Nang. For a full day of eating around the city with your own car, a private driver is $40 for 6 hours.
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Frequently asked questions
What food is Da Nang famous for?
Da Nang is best known for mi Quang, bun cha ca, banh trang cuon thit heo, nem lui and fresh seafood. Most of these cost 30,000–60,000 VND at local shops.
Where is the best street food in Da Nang?
Han Market and Con Market at lunchtime, and the night markets and beach roads in the evening.
Is seafood expensive in Da Nang?
It is good value, but it is sold by weight. Ask the price per kilo before you order so the bill has no surprises.
What should I try for breakfast in Da Nang?
Mi Quang or bun cha ca with a Vietnamese iced coffee. Many breakfast shops close by late morning.