Introduction
Hoi An's old streets are jam packed with restaurants. The old merchant town is also the birthplace of one of Vietnam's most delectable local specialties- cao lau. There are other specialties too. This is a very good place to eat. Hit the atmospheric alleys for a delicious bowl of cao lau or mi quang. For dinner take a seat in a heritage gem. Mix it up. A handful of quality international eateries have opened in recent years. Make sure you venture beyond the epi-centre of tourist eateries around the Japanese Bridge. The cafe scene is booming too. You won't have trouble finding a coffee in a cool Hoi An space. Get a hit of local seafood on An Bang Beach 5kms away. Like most tourist towns, sifting through the plethora of options, and finding the right ones, is the challenge. That's why we're here. We've been a trusted reviewer of Hoi An's food and travel scene for 10 years. Check out our independent guide. And be sure to do some of your own culinary exploration.
Our latest list of Hoi An's best eating - from street eats to upscale dining to cool cafes - was updated in April 2019. Everything here is handpicked. We list only the places we think you should know about. Hoi An’s one of the best places to eat in Vietnam - enjoy it!
