1. Nha Trang Fish Cake Noodle Soup (Bún Chả Cá Nha Trang)
Bún chả cá is considered a signature dish of Nha Trang cuisine. The broth is simmered from fresh fish bones, resulting in a clear and delicately sweet flavor. A steaming bowl is filled with the aroma of scallions and a mix of both steamed and fried fish cakes. The fish cakes are typically made from mackerel, lizardfish, or barracuda, giving them a naturally springy texture.
Each restaurant has its own way of seasoning, but the soup always maintains a light, refreshing taste—never too rich. To enjoy it fully, add a bit of fresh chili, a squeeze of lime, and some local herbs. A perfect bowl of bún chả cá captures the freshness and savory essence of Nha Trang’s coastal spirit.
Prices range from 30,000 to 45,000 VND per bowl. Among local favorites, Nguyên Loan Fish Noodle Shop on Ngô Gia Tự Street is especially popular.
