If asked “What to eat when traveling to Mũi Né”, you’ll immediately think of one-sun-dried squid or diverse seafood hotpots. However, this land full of sunshine, sand, and wind actually boasts a distinctive local culinary culture. Let’s explore the outstanding Mũi Né specialties right away!
1. Fish Cake - Delicious Mũi Né Dish Worth Buying as a Souvenir
Phan Thiết in general and Mũi Né in particular are famous for fish cake made from freshly caught seafood. Many delicious fish varieties are used, such as mackerel, scad, or round scad, etc. Fish cake is fried or steamed for easy choice by tourists. If you want to buy this delicious dish as a gift, choose the steamed version for longer preservation.
Where to buy delicious fish cake:
2. Bánh Rế - Delicious Snack in Mũi Né
If your friends have traveled to Mũi Né, you’ve probably received at least one pack of bánh rế – the famous specialty of this land. Made from simple ingredients like sweet potato, cassava, and palm sugar, it’s crispy and sweetly delicious when bitten into, perfect with hot tea to balance the sweetness. Easy to eat and affordable, it’s an indispensable gift for self-guided Mũi Né trips.
Where to buy delicious bánh rế?
Street vendors at Flying Sand Dunes, White Lake – Lotus Lake, and traditional markets.
3. Milk Green Rice Flake Cake - Beloved Snack in Mũi Né
Another Mũi Né delicacy often bought as a souvenir is milk green rice flake cake. It has the fragrant nuttiness of milk and the crispiness of green rice flakes. Locals often prepare this to treat guests during Tet. A pack isn’t too expensive, ranging from 20,000 to 25,000 VND.
Where to buy delicious milk green rice flake cake:
Phan Thiết Market
Ông Thọ milk green rice flake workshop: Alley 20C, Đào Duy Từ Street
4. Quai Vac Dumplings - Lunch Dish in Mũi Né
This is a popular Mũi Né dish, easily found in markets or sidewalk stalls at Đồi Dương beach. Unlike northern fried quai vac dumplings, the Mũi Né version is steamed. The transparent wrapper reveals shrimp, pork, and mung bean filling inside. Served with light fish sauce and scallion oil, it’s quite tasty. Eating 5-7 pieces is enough to fill you up for the afternoon.
Where to eat quai vac dumplings?
Corner of Cao Thắng and Trần Hưng Đạo intersection
Markets & street vendors at Flying Sand Dunes, White Lake - Lotus Lake
5. Grilled Squid Teeth - Seafood Specialty from Mũi Né
Grilled squid teeth is a favorite for “drinking enthusiasts” on self-guided Mũi Né trips. Actually the small round meat near the squid's mouth, it’s chewy and crunchy, fun to eat, and pairs perfectly with beer. Often chosen as an appetizer at Mũi Né specialty restaurants.
Where to eat delicious grilled squid teeth:
Grilled squid teeth stalls near Phan Thiết Station
Stalls on Nguyễn Tất Thành Street
6. Hàm Tân Grilled Pork Skewers - Delicious Breakfast in Mũi Né
Food lovers can't miss the famous Hàm Tân grilled pork skewers, a must-try on the Mũi Né delicious dishes list. The name "lụi" comes from skewering the meat. Pieces are threaded into chains and grilled over charcoal. Served with rice paper wraps, herbs, and special peanut fish sauce. This elaborate dish, from preparation to eating, captivates visitors far and wide.
Where to eat delicious Hàm Tân grilled pork skewers:
Hàm Tân Grilled Pork Skewers: 271 Huỳnh Thúc Kháng, Mũi Né
7. Bánh Bèo in Bowls - Culinary Highlight of Mũi Né
Bánh bèo in bowls is a simple local breakfast. The flavor here differs from Huế bánh bèo with more sweetness. Served with mung beans, shrimp, pork, crispy lard, and tomato fish sauce with ground peanuts for a rich red color. No need for fancy restaurants—a sidewalk plate is incredibly delicious, unforgettable.
Where to eat bánh bèo in bowls:
Markets or street vendors—generally very easy to find.
8. Mỹ Hồng Broken Rice - Unique Delicious Flavor
Mỹ Hồng broken rice is famous for its aroma, thanks to secret marinating and fish sauce recipes. The star is grilled pork rib broken rice—addictive. Open in the morning, a must-try if visiting.
Address: 198 Trần Hưng Đạo, Bình Hưng
9. Fish Cake Noodle Soup in Mũi Né
Fish cake noodle soup is a specialty not just of Phan Thiết, but visitors shouldn't miss this simple yet rich Vietnamese flavor. Similar to Saigonese sweet preference, Mũi Né version is sweeter than in Nha Trang or Đà Nẵng. You can also dip bread in the broth for a unique taste.
Recommended places for delicious fish cake noodle soup:
Bà Xíu Stall: No. 1 HA Kim Đồng Street
Bà Lý Stall: No. 566 Trần Hưng Đạo
10. Stewed Sweet Potato - Famous Delicious Dish in Mũi Né
Sweet potatoes are usually boiled, grilled, or fried, but in Mũi Né, locals transform them into a unique stew. Peeled, thinly sliced, sun-dried, then slowly stewed. Add shredded coconut when eating. The crispy, fatty sensation is incredibly stimulating.
Where to buy stewed sweet potato?
Near the train station, Cao Thắng and Lê Hồng Phong intersection
Phường Market, Thủ Khoa Huân Street
11. Rice Vermicelli with Pork Offal - Delicious Mũi Né Specialty
If Đà Lạt has wet cake with chicken offal, Mũi Né has rice vermicelli with pork offal, sought by many for its flavor. Offal served separately with vermicelli and greens as main, accompanied by hot diluted porridge. The special eating style and wonderful taste make locals and visitors addicted to this rustic dish.
Where to eat rice vermicelli with pork offal:
Hoàng Cầm Stall: 41 Tuyên Quang
Cảnh Stall: 174 National Route 1A, Phú Hòa Ward, Phú Long Town, Hàm Thuận Bắc, Bình Thuận
12. Dragon Fruit Crab Salad - Rich and Refreshing
Phan Thiết is called the “dragon fruit kingdom” for high-quality, sweet fruit. Perhaps that's why the famous dragon fruit crab salad originates here. It wows with creative salty seafood paired with cool sweet dragon fruit. The mild sourness reduces richness and adds uniqueness.
Address: Việt Nam Home Restaurant: 125A Nguyễn Đình Chiểu.
13. Soft Rice Paper Rolls - Unmissable Delicious Dish in Mũi Né
Still wondering “What to eat in Mũi Né?”, try soft rice paper rolls that captivate snack lovers. Simple ingredients: soft rice paper, fermented shrimp paste, crispy lard, quail eggs. Rolled and eaten, yet strangely delicious.
Where to eat delicious soft rice paper rolls:
Trần Hưng Đạo and Thủ Khoa Huân intersection
Tam Biên intersection, near Tiếng Xưa Cafe
14. Mũi Né Seafood
Seafood always tops the most hunted Mũi Né dishes by tourists. With coastal advantage, it's exceptionally fresh, delivered to restaurants right after docking. Besides basics like clams, shrimp, scallops..., lobster and emperor crab stand out with indescribable flavor. Prices are much cheaper than other regions. #teamKlook don't miss it.
Tip for foodies: March to April is emperor crab season. Fresher and much cheaper then.
Recommended seafood places:
Mũi Né Fishing Village - select seafood and have fishermen cook it.
Biển Đông Seafood Restaurant - 179 Huỳnh Thúc Kháng, near the village. Friendly owner often gives discounts to persuasive customers.
15. Dông (Sand Lizard) - Unique Mouthwatering Specialty in Mũi Né
Dông is a famous Mũi Né specialty, prepared into many appetizing dishes known to gourmet travelers. Try it at Việt Nam Home Restaurant, a famous spot in Nguyễn Đình Chiểu Western Quarter beloved by domestic and international guests.
Address: 125A Nguyễn Đình Chiểu
16. Squid Eggs & Squid Teeth in Mũi Né
Strolling Phan Thiết or Mũi Né Market, you'll find stalls selling squid teeth and eggs prepared various ways. White squid eggs steamed hot, served with herbs, pickles, and sweet-sour sauce. Fatty, chewy squid teeth – grilled, steamed, or fried – very satisfying. A mixed portion costs about 50,000 VND.
17. Central Vietnam Style Seafood Crispy Pancake
Seafood crispy pancake is a delicacy not just in Mũi Né-Phan Thiết but many famous Vietnamese coastal cities. Compared to southern style, Mũi Né-Phan Thiết version has thicker wrapper and smaller size. An average person eats 5-10 to feel full. Fried in small pans over charcoal, served with rich sweet-salty fish sauce.
Phan Thiết Market
Noodle stalls on streets: Kim Đồng, Trần Hưng Đạo, Tuyên Quang