What to Eat in Mui Ne

A resort strip along a windy stretch of the south-central coast, and the country's kitesurfing capital between November and April. Behind it are the red and white sand dunes, the Fairy Stream walk through an ochre-walled creek, and a fishing village whose round coracles are pulled up on the sand each morning.

1. 1. Grilled Squid Teeth

   Răng mực nướng

   A unique and popular street food in Mui Ne, consisting of the chewy "teeth" or beaks of squid, grilled to perfection and often served with a spicy chili sauce. This particular snack is a specialty of the coastal region.

2. 2. Mai Fish Salad

   Gỏi cá mai

   A refreshing salad made from fresh mai fish (a small, translucent anchovy-like fish), often served raw with a mix of herbs, peanuts, and a spicy dipping sauce. Mui Ne's abundant fresh mai fish makes this a local specialty.

3. 3. Mui Ne Hotpot

   Lẩu thả

   A distinctive hotpot from the Phan Thiet/Mui Ne area, featuring an array of fresh seafood, thinly sliced pork, eggs, and herbs, all cooked at the table in a flavorful broth. It's known for its unique presentation and fresh local ingredients.

4. 4. Mui Ne Mini Pancakes

   Bánh căn

   Small, crispy rice flour pancakes cooked in clay molds, often topped with fresh seafood like shrimp, squid, or scallops. They are a popular street food snack, particularly well-regarded in Mui Ne for their fresh seafood toppings.

5. 5. Spiderweb Cake

   Bánh rế

   A sweet, crispy snack made from glutinous rice flour and sugar, shaped into a delicate spiderweb pattern and deep-fried. It's a traditional specialty of the Phan Thiet/Mui Ne region.