Da Lat is a favorite tourist destination for most Vietnamese people, not only because of its fresh climate but also due to the delicious, nutritious, and affordable local cuisine. When mentioning Da Lat cuisine, people often immediately think of a hot cup of Da Lat soy milk, enjoyed with crispy grilled bread; or on chilly, drizzly days, savoring Da Lat grilled rice paper with abundant toppings. Whether it's traditional Da Lat specialties or improvised Da Lat street food, the local cuisine in Da Lat possesses an irresistible charm.
Join HDV Local as we explore the cultural map and discover the famous specialties of Da Lat from all three regions! What to Eat in Da Lat? Top 15 Must-Try Signature Dishes of Da Lat
1. Grilled Beef - Da Lat Delicacy
In the chilly atmosphere of Da Lat, what could be better than enjoying a fragrant, hot piece of grilled beef with a spicy, tingly sensation on your tongue, HDV Local?
Each piece of meat is placed on a hot charcoal grill, cooked until golden brown, releasing an unforgettable aroma. The grilled beef is incredibly flavorful, combined with melted cheese sauce. Just the smell alone is enough to get you hooked, isn't it?
Addresses of Delicious Grilled Beef Restaurants in Da Lat
Bo to Ong Minh Da Lat: 17 Le Hong Phong, Da Lat
Quan bo nuong Da Chien: 116 Hung Vuong street, Ward 11, Da Lat City, Lam Dong
Bo nuong Mau Dich: 28B Tran Hung Dao, Ward 10, Da Lat
Hoang Hon 3000 - Doi da chien, Ward 11, Da Lat
2. Steaming Beef Noodle Soup
With Da Lat's temperature at 17-18°C, having a steaming bowl of beef noodle soup is absolutely "amazing." Da Lat travel teams who are addicted to beef noodle soup can hardly miss these super attractive Da Lat delicacies. A large bowl of beef noodle soup with thick, fatty meat slices, rich sauce, and a hint of steam rising. HDV Local guarantees this beef noodle soup will keep you captivated until the very last drop of broth.
Where to Eat Delicious Steaming Beef Noodle Soup
Bun bo boc khoi Moc Nu: 11 Thong Thien Hoc, Da Lat
Bun bo boc khoi: 29 Tran Phu, Da Lat
3. Monster Chicken Feet - Da Lat Specialty
A very rustic dish, also a familiar favorite of many Da Lat locals, is monster chicken feet, a unique variation of chicken feet, with a delicate preparation method where the chicken meat is carefully cut, without tearing the skin, but revealing clean bones.
This rustic dish is not only delicious but also budget-friendly for most people. Enjoy grilled monster chicken feet on chilly days, savoring it with a bit of beer and chatting with friends. It's truly an experience that makes you crave it when you're far away, and when you meet up, you just have to eat a whole plate to satisfy that craving.
Where to Eat Delicious Monster Chicken Feet
Grilled Chicken Feet (Monster Chicken Feet): 16B Mac Dinh Chi, Ward 4, Da Lat
4. Xap Xap - A Da Lat Delicacy Not to Be Missed
Sounds strange, doesn't it? Actually, xap xap is a dried beef salad/dried beef vermicelli salad. This special name was inspired by the humor of the street vendors when they arrange new plates of salad to serve customers. Quite interesting, right?
Imagine a colorful plate of Xap xap, containing a wonderful blend of ingredients. The crispiness of dried beef, the sweet and sour taste of the dipping sauce, combined with fragrant sweet papaya and crunchy mango. All mixed together to create a wonderful harmony that will get you hooked after just one taste.
Addresses Selling Delicious Xap Xap in Da Lat
Xap xap Ba Mui: At the beginning of the alley of Hoi No restaurant, 4 Tran Hung Dao, Ward 10, Da Lat City
Xap xap Co Nam: 49/5 Nguyen Dinh Chieu
5. Giant Spicy Ribs
The giant spicy ribs, once famous in Thai markets, are now available in Da Lat! This dish's main ingredient is thoroughly cooked pork ribs, prepared into rich, melt-in-your-mouth strands of meat. The most unique and appealing aspect is probably the distinct flavor of the sauce blended with the tender meat, making everyone who tries it fall in love.
Top Locations for Delicious Giant Spicy Ribs in Da Lat
Bep Khoi (Branch 1): 42 Phan Chau Trinh, Ward 9, Da Lat
Bep Khoi (Branch 2): 1/8 Thong Thien Hoc, Da Lat
Tuk Tuk Chicken Restaurant: 45 Tran Khanh Du Street, Ward 8, Da Lat
6. Claypot Rice
Claypot rice is a delicious specialty dish from Hanoi that has been introduced to Da Lat. Under the skillful hands of the artisans, the claypot rice in Da Lat has been cleverly adapted with some new and unique flavors.
When enjoying claypot rice in Da Lat, you'll savor its special taste along with local Da Lat green vegetables like broccoli and stir-fried green beans. At the same time, savory dishes like stir-fried beef sausage and braised goby fish with pepper are also served on the table, creating a complete meal alongside the fragrant claypot rice.
Addresses for Delicious Claypot Rice in Da Lat
Com nieu Huong Tra - Nguyen Thai Hoc, Da Lat
Com nieu, com dap Nam Do - 6 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai
Com nieu Huong Gao - 51 Danika, Ward 7, Da Lat
Com nieu Ba Me Con - 1C Hoang Hoa Tham, Ward 10, Da Lat
7. Wet Cake with Chicken Innards Da Lat
Do you think wet cake and chicken innards have anything to do with each other? You're greatly mistaken! With the skillful hands of Da Lat locals, the harmony of these two dishes becomes even more perfect. The chewy deliciousness of the wet cake wrapped around tender chicken, dipped in sweet and sour fish sauce, fresh herbs, and pickled onions, makes diners sigh with satisfaction and praise its deliciousness. This is a distinctive Da Lat delicacy that you must try at least once in your life.
Where to Eat Delicious Wet Cake with Chicken Innards in Da Lat:
Quan Trang: 15F Tang Bat Ho
Quan Long: Alley 202, Block A16, KQH Phan Dinh Phung
Quan Hang 68: 68 Phan Dinh Phung
8. Banh Can Da Lat
When visiting the city of fog, hot Da Lat dishes, displayed in small spaces like banh can, are very popular. Just one bite and you'll immediately feel the crispy crust, fragrant spicy egg filling served with sweet and sour fish sauce, and fresh herbs melting in your mouth. The feeling, it must be said... is ecstatic in the chilly weather. This Da Lat dish is perfect for a light snack or lunch.
Addresses for Delicious Banh Can in Da Lat:
Banh Can Le: 27/44 Yersin, Ward 10
Banh Can Nha Chung: 13 Nha Chung
Banh Can Doc Nha Lang: 15A Nguyen Bieu, Ward 1
Banh Can Co Hai: 32 Dao Duy Tu
Banh Can Ba Hai: 21 Nguyen An Ninh
9. Nem Nuong Da Lat
Nem nuong is the next name on the list of delicious Da Lat dishes to try when traveling. The unique aspect that makes this dish famous is its dipping sauce, prepared with a special recipe. Nem is made primarily from lean pork shoulder, a little fat, and grilled over hot charcoal. It sounds simple, but for connoisseurs, this Da Lat specialty must have a unique "secret" to achieve its distinct flavor.
Addresses for Delicious Nem Nuong:
Quan Ba Nghia: 45 Bui Thi Xuan, Ward 2
Nem nuong Ut Hue: 1 Chi Lang, Da Lat
Quan Hung Van: 150 Bui Thi Xuan, Ward 2
Cha ram bap - nem nuong Tan Long restaurant: Alley 290 Bui Thi Xuan
Nem nuong Phuong: 23 Nguyen Trai, opposite Da Lat Station
10. Da Lat Grilled Rice Paper
Grilled rice paper is a familiar snack that anyone visiting Da Lat tries. The rice paper is grilled over charcoal until crispy, "decorated" with ingredients like chicken egg, fried shallots, pork cracklings, dried shrimp, etc. Many foreign tourists often jokingly say that this Da Lat rice paper dish is exactly like "Vietnamese-style pizza." In the chilly weather, stepping into any grilled rice paper shop will warm your heart, both literally and figuratively.
Places to Eat Da Lat Grilled Rice Paper:
Banh trang nuong Di Dinh: 26 Hoang Dieu, Ward 5
Banh trang Co Lung: 41 Bui Thi Xuan
Banh trang nuong 61: 61 Nguyen Van Troi
Banh trang nuong Bui Thi Xuan: 180 Bui Thi Xuan
11. Bun Bo Hue Da Lat
Bun Bo Hue is a favorite dish of people in Central Vietnam. It seems that when eating Bun Bo Hue in Da Lat, the spicy, rich flavor of the dish is multiplied. Locals often choose Bun Bo Hue for breakfast to ward off the cold and re-energize for a new day. Bun Bo Hue, whether eaten at a restaurant or a sidewalk stall, is always delicious and there is no difference in price.
Where to Eat Delicious Bun Bo Hue in Da Lat:
Quan Vy Vy: 202 Phan Dinh Phung
Bun bo Xuan An: 15A Nha Chung
Bun Bo Ben Ngu: 12 Nguyen Luong Bang
12. Da Lat Soy Milk
Da Lat is truly a place where people easily... get fat! Even a simple drink like soy milk, when enjoyed in Da Lat, becomes surprisingly delicious. You can easily find hot soy milk vendors on the streets or at the night market. Whenever you need a bit of warmth, grab a hot cup of soy milk and enjoy it with some pastries. It's a truly "chill" feeling.
Places to Drink Delicious Soy Milk in Da Lat:
Quan Hoa Sua: 64 Tang Bat Ho, Ward 1, Da Lat
Sua dau nanh Dung Beo: 2/2 Nguyen Van Cu
Sua Co Lan: Alley 184 Phan Dinh Phung, Da Lat
13. Da Lat Squid Hotpot
Khap Bun Kha's squid hotpot is also famous for its "super huge" squid, offering a unique flavor of Thai cuisine. The squid hotpot is beautifully presented, with large, pristine white squid in the center, surrounded by vegetables, fruits, and other dishes like clams, mussels, crab sticks, etc. The hotpot broth has a tom yum-like flavor, and there's nothing better than enjoying it while sighing in the chilly weather.
Where to Eat Squid Hotpot in Da Lat:
Khap Bun Kha: 26 Nguyen Van Cu
Lau muc Dai Lanh: 15 Hoang Dieu
14. Da Lat Shumai Bread
Banh mi Xiu Mai (Vietnamese bread with pork meatballs) is also known as "stick banh mi" or "pan banh mi". Although it's all banh mi xiu mai, in Da Lat, diners will clearly notice that Da Lat's banh mi xiu mai is different from other places. Da Lat xiu mai is made from finely ground pork, with just the right sweetness. The broth is cooked from slow-simmered pork bones, giving it a moderate sweetness without being greasy. A sprinkle of chopped green onions and cilantro will make the dish even more appealing. Don't call yourself a "foodie" if you haven't tried this Da Lat specialty yet!
Where to Eat Banh Mi Xiu Mai in Da Lat?
Alley No. 1, Thong Thien Hoc Street
Banh Mi Hoa Le: At the beginning of Nha Chung Street
26 Tran Nhat Duat – Hoang Dieu
Co Suong Restaurant: 14 Anh Sang, Ward 1
15. Da Lat Avocado Ice Cream
The colder the weather, the better the ice cream tastes. Food lovers, don't miss out on Da Lat's delicious avocado ice cream that you'll "never forget." Da Lat's special avocado ice cream is made from rich, creamy butter avocados, blended with sweet condensed milk. Enjoying a cup of icy cold avocado ice cream is a wonderful experience. Local Tour Guide, you should try it!
Where to Eat Delicious Avocado Ice Cream:
Thanh Thao Avocado Ice Cream: 76 Nguyen Van Troi
Nari Da Lat Avocado Ice Cream and Sweet Soup: 74C Nguyen Van Troi
Phung Da Lat Avocado Ice Cream: 97A Nguyen Van Troi
Local Tour Guide hopes that through this article, you have chosen a few more delicious dishes for your trip to Da Lat! Have you tried some of Da Lat's specialty dishes yet?