The delicious dishes of Da Nang are something you can’t miss when visiting this beautiful land. Bearing the rich flavors of the sunny and windy Central region, the cuisine of Da Nang gathers the unique characteristics of many regions.
What should you eat when traveling to Da Nang? Where to find must-try Da Nang specialties? Which restaurant serves the best traditional dishes of Da Nang? You cannot miss Madame Lân Restaurant, located along the breezy Han River. Here, you can take in the full view of the city, enjoy the spacious, airy atmosphere, and indulge in the signature dishes of three regions. Rest assured, you'll have a “perfectly flavorful” experience.
1. Mì Quảng (Noodle Quang Nam Style)
Mì Quảng is a traditional specialty originating from Quang Nam, bringing the essence of the Quang region to Da Nang. At Madame Lân, Mì Quảng is made with the signature Xiệc rice flour. The rice is steamed into thin layers of rice paper over hot fire and then sliced into thin noodles.
Madame Lân offers two distinctive Mì Quảng flavors: Mì Quảng Gà (Chicken) and Mì Quảng Ếch (Frog), allowing guests to easily choose their favorite.
2. Bún bò Huế (Hue Style Noodle Soup)
Bún Bò is a signature dish of Hue, but when brought to Da Nang, it has been slightly modified to suit the local palate.
Madame Lân’s Bún Bò Huế features fresh rice noodles with a rich satay-flavored broth, served with rare beef or beef shank. The broth has a hint of fermented shrimp paste and fragrant lemongrass.
3. Bánh xèo miền Trung (Savory Pancake)
Golden, crispy Bánh Xèo sits beautifully alongside fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, mint, and lettuce. Each herb brings its own aroma, blending together with the crispy delight of the pancake.
But don’t be too quick to taste it until you’ve dipped it into Madame Lân’s secret sauce. A slight nuttiness from peanuts, the creamy richness of liver and meat, leaving you wanting more after every bite. By the second bite, your sauce bowl will be empty, leaving you craving more despite already feeling full.
4. Gỏi cuốn (Fresh Spring Rolls)
Madame Lân offers a creative twist on spring rolls. Try the Salted Egg Prawn Rolls, where plump prawns and salted duck egg yolks are wrapped with fresh herbs and rice paper, accompanied by a rich salted egg dipping sauce. For a sweet and savory taste, the Char Siu Pork Rolls are delightful, with fragrant char siu pork, mint, and coriander wrapped in rice paper and served with a sweet soy sauce-based dipping sauce. Another option is the Crispy Fish Rolls—crispy fried fillet of snakehead fish with the refreshing flavors of dill, green banana, and green mango, finished with a tangy fish sauce dip.
5. Hải sản tươi sống (Seafood)
Apart from traditional specialties, Da Nang is famous for its fresh seafood, freshly caught from the sea by local fishermen. At Madame Lân, you’ll find a live seafood counter where you can select your own ingredients, which will be prepared into delicious dishes like Grilled Fish with Double Sauce, Whole Steamed Grouper, Crab in Spicy Salted Egg Sauce, Coconut-Steamed Prawns, Snails, Clams, and Squid.
6. Bánh ít (Glutinous Rice Cake)
This dish consists of a filling made from whole prawns sautéed with ground pork, mushrooms, and shallots, wrapped in a soft, sticky rice cake. Served with Madame Lân’s signature spicy, sweet dipping sauce made from green chili peppers. This traditional Huế dish is made by hand to bring out the authentic taste of the old capital.
7. Bánh hỏi thịt nướng (Vermicelli Cakes with Crilled Pork)
Bánh Hỏi is a rustic dish that reminds you of home. At Madame Lân, this dish is beautifully presented in a woven basket. One side features delicate rice noodle sheets brushed with scallion oil, while the other side has perfectly grilled pork slices. Fresh herbs and a tangy dipping sauce complete this deliciously simple yet sophisticated dish.
8. Bánh bèo (Steamed Rice Cake)
Bánh Bèo is made from Xiec rice from Quang Nam, with a subtle fragrance of sticky rice. It is topped with ground shrimp, pork, fried pork skin, and chives, and served with a sweet, spicy fish sauce. Simple and rustic, but bursting with flavor.
9. Các món lẩu (Hotpot Dishes)
Using fresh, high-quality seafood from the Sơn Trà sea, nothing is more comforting than a hotpot to savor the full flavor of the sea. At Madame Lân, you can choose from five different hotpot options, each with its own unique taste.
10. Các món chè (Sweet Desserts)
After a hearty and fulfilling meal, you can't skip the traditional sweet treats. These Vietnamese dessert soups are light, refreshing, and just the right amount of sweetness to end your meal on a high note.
Madame Lân doesn’t just serve delicious and beautiful dishes; they also focus on creating a warm, welcoming experience for every guest.
Here are the Top 10 Must-Try Specialties of Da Nang at Madame Lân. Don’t hesitate to make a reservation and experience these delicious dishes yourself!
MADAME LÂN
- Address: 04 Bạch Đằng, Hải Châu District, Da Nang
- Opening hours: 09:00 AM – 09:30 PM
- Price range: 30,000 VND – 275,000 VND
- Contact: 0905.260.290
