Michelin’s culinary experts have recently announced a list of the most impressive eateries in Da Nang, offering a new look at Vietnamese cuisine. Although Vietnam is famous for its iconic dishes such as pho and banh mi, the coastal city of Da Nang opens up a richer and more diverse culinary world. Here, Michelin inspectors have discovered outstanding eateries, where the perfect combination of fresh ingredients, traditional cooking techniques and unique creativity create unforgettable culinary experiences.
Let’s explore the favorite culinary destinations of Michelin experts and feel the magic of Da Nang cuisine.
Michelin’s culinary experts have named outstanding eateries in Da Nang, where unique flavors and wonderful culinary experiences converge. Here are the Michelin-recognized places:
Bun Cha Ca 109 (Bib Gourmand, Michelin Guide 2024): The vermicelli here stands out with its broth made from crab shells, mackerel, fish bones, and fresh vegetables and fruits. The fresh taste of the sea combined with the sweet and sour taste of ingredients such as bamboo shoots, cabbage, and pineapple creates a perfect dish for the climate of Da Nang. The “homemade” fish cakes and crab cakes are more attractive when seasoned with black pepper.
Rang (Bib Gourmand, Michelin Guide 2024): The boneless chicken thighs are carefully marinated and grilled in the oven until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This chicken dish is served with banana flowers and green mango salad, creating a balance between the spicy taste of the chicken and the fresh sour taste of the side dish.
Bun Bo Ba Roi (Bib Gourmand, Michelin Guide 2024): This family-run restaurant is famous for its Hue beef noodle soup, which is made by simmering beef bones overnight to create a delicious broth. With a wide selection of pork trotters, beef tendons and crab cakes, each bowl of noodles is carefully prepared, reflecting the love and care of the cook.
Banh Xeo Tom Nhay Nam Hien (Bib Gourmand, Michelin Guide 2024): The pancake has a thin crispy crust, filled with fresh shrimp and greens such as mint and basil. The pancake is wrapped in rice paper and dipped in a special peanut sauce, creating the perfect combination of crispy and soft, spicy and sweet.
Be Man (Seafood, Michelin Guide 2024): Steamed fresh squid with ginger and onion brings a delicious chewy flavor, combined with a sweet and sour sauce and fresh vegetables such as mint and cucumber, creating a delicious, crispy seafood dish.
The Temptation (French Cuisine, Michelin Guide 2024): An innovative dessert with an eggshell-like crust and a young coconut mousse and white chocolate inside, combined with passion fruit “egg yolk”, creating a unique and sophisticated culinary experience.
Luk Lak (Michelin Guide 2024): Grilled lemongrass minced beef has minced beef stuffed in lemongrass skewers, creating a characteristic aroma after grilling. Served with lettuce, mango, carrot and cucumber, this dish brings the perfect combination of meat flavor and fresh vegetables.
Com Ga Lan (Michelin Guide 2024): The shredded chicken rice here has a generous portion with rice cooked in chicken fat and large pieces of chicken, mixed with lemongrass, cilantro and onions. Accompanied by aromatic soup and crispy pickled vegetables, creating a full and rich meal.
Bun Bo Ba Dieu (Michelin Guide 2024): The restaurant is famous for its mixed beef noodle soup, including large meatballs, beef tendons, beef tongue and pig’s feet. With soft noodles and naturally sweet broth, diners can enjoy many ingredients in an attractive bowl of noodles.
If you have the opportunity, don’t miss the opportunity to explore these outstanding culinary destinations in Da Nang. Each restaurant not only brings unique flavors but also shows the sophistication and culinary style typical of this land. Let these culinary experiences open up a colorful and attractive world, helping you better understand the rich and diverse culinary culture of Da Nang.
