Xap xap is a very familiar dish in Da Lat. If you visit Da Lat and haven't tried this dish, it's a huge omission. This dish is sold in many places such as markets, sidewalks, and street food stalls. You can find this snack almost anywhere in Da Lat.
HDV Local has compiled a list of the Top 8 delicious and famous Xap Xap stalls in Da Lat below to help you easily find and enjoy this divine snack.
Introduction to Da Lat Xap Xap
Da Lat Xap Xap is considered one of the 25 must-try delicious dishes in Da Lat, to fully experience the unique flavors of the mountain town's culinary culture. Xap xap is a dish made from a few main ingredients: shredded green papaya, beef, beef liver, basil, chili sauce, tomato sauce, and peanuts. This dish's main ingredients and preparation are quite similar to a regular beef salad.
What makes this dish special is its sauce. The sauce's main ingredient is papaya, giving it a balanced sweet and sour taste, not too sweet or too spicy.
Shredded papaya is placed at the bottom, topped with beef and beef liver stewed with five-spice powder, or pork liver stewed with five-spice powder. To enhance the flavor, finely chopped basil leaves and a little minced garlic are essential. And finally, an indispensable ingredient is the sauce.
Xap xap is one of 15 very familiar Da Lat snacks that both locals and tourists know about. A serving of xap xap costs around 10,000 - 15,000 VND (for 1-2 people), so you can enjoy it freely without worrying about getting hungry.
Famous delicious Xap Xap stalls in Da Lat
Below, HDV Local would like to share with you the best xap xap stalls in Da Lat. You can read through and choose your favorite stall to fully enjoy the flavor of this delicious dish when traveling to Da Lat!
Ba Trieu Xap Xap Da Lat
- Address: 23/2 Ba Trieu, Ward 4, Da Lat City, Lam Dong
- Opening hours: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ba Trieu Xap Xap stall offers many delicious Da Lat snacks: mixed rice paper salad, fried flour cake, grilled fermented pork roll, spring rolls, fried fish balls, etc. Xap xap here is super cheap, each plate costs 15k and is packed.
The beef liver is properly braised, retaining its natural sweetness. It's served with green papaya and dipped in sweet and sour fish sauce, tomato sauce, and topped with Vietnamese coriander and peanuts, then mixed thoroughly. The xap xap plate is crispy, delicious, and fragrant, making your heart flutter. Although it's a light snack, xap xap is enough to fill you up.
This Da Lat xap xap stall is run by an elderly couple. Simple plastic tables and chairs, the space is not very large but it's always crowded. Xap xap is stored in a sealed glass cabinet, so you can eat with peace of mind, no worries about getting hungry.
Co Nam Xap Xap Da Lat
- Address: Alley 9, Nguyen Dinh Chieu, Ward 9, Da Lat City, Lam Dong
- Opening hours: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Co Nam Xap Xap stall in Da Lat has been around for about 22 years. In the past, the stall was located at the junction of the water plant (Hung Vuong street). About a year ago, the stall moved to Nguyen Dinh Chieu street. Because the stall moved to a new location, many customers no longer remembered it, but in the past, students from many schools in the area often came to buy from this stall.
The xap xap here is extremely delicious, and importantly, the mixed fish sauce is excellent. Thinly shredded papaya is served with stir-fried beef liver, sprinkled with peanuts and bay leaves. The plate of xap xap is full and very satisfying.
In addition, the Xap Xap stall also has many other delicious Da Lat snacks that you should also try, such as corn sticky rice, sandwiches, and curry noodle soup.
Xap Xap at Nha Chung Da Lat
- Address: 13A Nha Chung, Ward 3, Da Lat City.
- Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
The restaurant is relatively easy to find because the alley is right next to the Chicken Church. It is the alley with the most snack shops in Da Lat. Nha Chung Xap Xap is just as delicious as other shops. Because it is next to Tay Son Middle School and High School, this Xap Xap shop is always crowded.
This place has become a gathering point for students during recess or after school. The simple plastic tables and chairs are neatly arranged, making the space uncluttered. You can comfortably chat with friends.
The shop sells many attractive snacks: milk tea, kimbap, grilled rice paper, roasted peanuts, baked potatoes... The food at the shop is super affordable, ranging from 5k to 15k.
Nam Dinh Xap Xap Da Lat
- Address: Nguyen Trai Primary School Gate, Bui Thi Xuan Street, Ward 2, Da Lat City,
- Opening hours: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Nam Dinh Xap Xap stall is well-known for its mixed rice paper salad and xap xap, both popular due to its fame and the seller's cheerful personality. The stall is located right in front of Nguyen Trai school gate, making it easy to find.
The xap xap at this stall is delicious with a rich sauce, crispy shredded papaya, and tasty braised beef liver. Because the stall can get crowded, you might have to wait patiently during peak hours or when school is out.
Besides xap xap, the mixed rice paper salad and papaya salad at the stall are also very delicious. Each serving costs 15k and is quite filling for one person. The stall only opens in the afternoon, so if you want to experience the delicious food, you should plan your time accordingly.
A Ti Xap Xap Da Lat
- Address: 119B Nguyen Van Troi Street, Ward 2, Da Lat City.
- Opening hours: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A Da Lat delicacy you definitely shouldn't miss is Xap Xap A Ti. This is a snack shop that many young people flock to, with many delicious dishes such as Xap Xap, grilled rice paper, dried beef and mango salad, fried flour cake... The shop usually opens in the afternoon but is always crowded. This is a gathering place for many famous students: Nguyen Du primary and secondary schools, Bui Thi Xuan high school...
The food at the shop is easy to eat, and the owners display it beautifully. The friendliness of the vendors always makes customers feel satisfied. The prices of each dish are relatively cheap, so when you visit Da Lat, you can eat to your heart's content without worrying about breaking the bank.
These seemingly simple dishes evoke childhood memories for many people in Da Lat. For young people, this place becomes a gathering spot during recess or after school.
Xap Xap Yersin Park Da Lat
- Address: Yersin Park, Ward 1, Da Lat City.
- Opening hours: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
This is a place for xap xap and mixed rice paper salad that is known by many young people and tourists. It's also an interesting snack spot, sold in the park with many green trees, a place for everyone to relax.
The xap xap and mixed rice paper salad here are super affordable, each portion costs only 15k and is very generous. You can eat right at the restaurant or take it away, or even sit by the lake nearby to enjoy it.
The Xap Xap here is fully seasoned in a large basin and then served to customers on a plate. The braised beef liver is incredibly sweet and tender, which is why many people like to order an extra side of stir-fried liver to take home and enjoy with drinks.
Xap Xap Cherry Hai Ba Trung
- Address: 236 Hai Ba Trung, Ward 6, Da Lat City, Lam Dong.
- Opening hours: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Xap Xap Cherry is a delicious restaurant that many tourists in Da Lat visit. The Da Lat xap xap here differs from other places in that the xap xap is very thinly shredded, the sauce is rich, and the braised liver pieces are fatty.
In addition, the restaurant also has many snacks such as: fried sweet potatoes, grilled corn, fried flour cake, or french fries. Plus, there's a diverse menu of drinks, milk tea, and smoothies.
At the restaurant, you can freely enjoy your favorite dishes. The elderly owners are very cheerful and won't make you wait long. Additionally, for those who love snacks, the restaurant also serves Italian pasta.
Xap Xap B18 Da Lat
- Address: B18, Hoang Van Thu, Ward 4, Da Lat City, Lam Dong.
- Opening hours: 2:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Xap Xap B18 Da Lat has a beautiful space, spacious sidewalk, and clean tables and chairs. The restaurant serves snacks: Da Lat xap xap, mixed rice paper salad, spicy noodles, banh beo, grilled beef, fried dishes...
These snacks only cost around 15k and are very delicious. However, the restaurant does not have a toilet, so families with young children should be more careful.
Serving Da Lat snacks and also offering refreshing drinks. The menu is diverse, so you can freely choose the dish you want.
Frequently asked questions about Da Lat Xap Xap
What ingredients are used to make Da Lat Xap Xap?
Da Lat Xap Xap is made from a few main ingredients: shredded green papaya, beef, beef liver, basil, chili sauce, tamarind sauce, and peanuts. This salad's ingredients and preparation are quite similar to dried beef salad. What makes this salad unique is its sauce. The sauce's main ingredient is tamarind, giving it a balanced sweet and sour taste, not too sweet or too salty.
Which Xap Xap restaurant is the best in Da Lat?
The most famous xap xap stalls in Da Lat include: Ba Trieu Xap Xap, Co Nam Xap Xap, Nha Chung Xap Xap, Nam Dinh Xap Xap, A Ti Xap Xap, Yersin Park Xap Xap, Cherry Hai Ba Trung Xap Xap, B18 Xap Xap. For detailed reviews of these stalls, please refer to the review section.
Conclusion
Da Lat Xap Xap is a snack that any visitor to Da Lat must try at least once. Above are the top 8 Xap Xap stalls in Da Lat that HDV Local has suggested for tourists to experience. We hope you have a fun trip and choose your favorite restaurant.