Vietnam is a coastal country with a wide variety of seafood, fresh, delicious and very affordable. In Vung Tau, seafood is considered delicious and cheaper in other places. If you want to enjoy seafood in Vung Tau and want to buy food at the market of Vietnamese, do not forget the seafood market in Vung Tau.

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Xom Luoi Seafood Market 

Xom Luoi Market in Vung Tau is considered as the place to sell fresh seafood that is the cheapest of this city recommended by the tourist community. The location is right at a corner of Phan Boi Chau street, intersection with Nguyen Cong Tru street. If you suddenly crave for seafood, you can drop into Xom Luoi market which opens from the morning to the afternoon with full of fresh seafood.

The best time for you to go to Xom Luoi market is at 3:00 or 4:00 pm because this market usually has the new marine products then. What is better than you can choose the fresh fish or crab that have just been caught, isn’t it?

Seafood in the Xom Luoi seafood market in Vung Tau is also very various: shrimp, crabs, crabs, squid, octopus … all kind of seafood but the price is very cheap! Many types of fish such as promfet, grouper, mackerel are not marinated so they are always fresh. To buy the most bargain seafood, you should ask for 10-15% off of the price offered.

If you want to buy fresh seafood as a gift for your friends, you can also visit this market. This is one of the best seafood markets in Vung Tau so you don’t need to be worried about buying anything, the sellers know how to package it in a good way for you.

Ben Da Market

This market  located on Tran Phu Street, Ward 5, Vung Tau City, is right near Ben Da, so that the seafood here are fishing and brought back immediately to Ben Da port. The opening hours are from 6am to 6pm daily.

Seafood here is taken direct from the port so very fresh and safe. One thing to note is that when you buy seafood, you should go down about 20-30k depending on the types of seafood.

Coming to Ben Da Market, you can go down to the port to see people transporting fish ashore and catching up with the beautiful scenery boats. Beside that, you can also enjoy the sea food with the villagers fishing here.

Vung Tau Night Seafood Market 

Referring to the cheapest seafood market in Vung Tau, you can not miss the night market. The biggest advantage of Vung Tau night seafood market is that you can try and enjoy every kind of seafood you want right after buying them.  The market is quite large and only opens at night, mainly for tourists. Every day here also attracts crowded people to enjoy and buy seafood.

This night market has so many different kinds of seafood such as crab with tamarind sauce, steamed crabs, grilled horse mackerel, sauteed oyster scallops, grilled oysters with onions and garlic grease, grilled oyster mushrooms, etc.

As soon as you step into the market, you will be fascinated by the attractive aroma of the seafood is being processed. Night market attracts visitors not only by the freshness of seafood but also because of the cooking skills of the shops’ owners. Most of the diners in Vung Tau night market display the raw and fresh seafood. They will wait until you finish choosing the food and cook it then. The food price includes the cooking fee already, so you only need to pick your favorite seafood and wait for it to be served in front of you.

Ben Dinh Market

If you love the feeling of choosing the fresh seafood by your own hands, you should visit Ben Dinh market which opens from the early morning every day. Located on Le Loi Street, Vung Tau City, Ben Dinh Market is also known as Ben Dinh fish village and considered one of the oldest fishing villages in Ba Ria – Vung Tau. In case you want to go to the market early to have good preparation for lunch, the perfect time to go there is about 4:00 or 5:00 am. This is the ideal time you can find the best seafood and understand more about the local lifestyle. Therefore, visitors should go early to choose a variety of delicious seafood before the dealer come to buy in large quantity.

Not only is one of the cheapest seafood market in Vung Tau for wholesalers, it is also considered a popular seafood destination of many locals. Here, crabs, crabs and prawns are very big so it should be suitable for you to buy as gifts for friends and family.

Seafood markets in Vung Tau are very interesting destinations and it does not appear in tourist guides, if you want to have a great experience here so seafood markets in Vung Tau will be a wonderful destination for you.

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Vung Tau is a great place for seafood. The local food scene is cool too with many atmospheric little eateries that date back decades, you can still find some other different delicious dishes to try. This list is a small sample of what’s available. Make sure you do some explore by your own.

Stingray hotpot – Lau ca duoi

Lau ca duoi or Stingray hotpot, is one of the special dishes for Vung Tau citizens and visitors. It is mentioned as an outstandingly delicious folk food in Vung Tau. What makes this kind of food loved by most of people who have tried once is the freshest ingredients from the stingray to vegetables. Stingray is cooked with sour bamboo shoot soup and some spices.

This dish is also carries a great balance of nutrition. When you order lau ca duoi in the restaurant, the server will place on your table the hot pot with stingray, some pickled bamboo, slices of chillies, vermicelli, rice cracker and a plate of herbs. Each of these elements play an important role in terms of making the flavor of the dish subtle yet delicious.

Our recommend: Lau ca duoi Hoang Minh

Address: 40 Truong Cong Dinh, Ward 3, Vung Tau City

Banh khot Vung Tau – Vietnamese mini pancake

The ‘banh khot’ batter is made mostly by rice flour. The topping is usually shrimps. Especially, it is sprinkled with shrimp powder and spring onions. The greens that accompany with banh khot are lettuce, mustard leaves, and fresh herbs such as basil, mint, perilla,…

To enjoy it, you just wrap and roll it into a large lettuce or a mustard leaf with some kinds of herbs, then dip in special sweet and spicy fish sauce. Crunchy crunchy is what will amaze you.

Address: 14 Nguyen Truong To, Ward 12, Vung Tau City

Banh bong lan trung muoi – Sponge cake with salted egg yolk

Sponge cake with salted duck egg yolk or Banh bong lan trung muoi originated in Vung Tau city which is famous for beautiful beaches and mountains. Over 40 years ago, a small shop name is  “Goc cot dien” bakery – the first bakery making this cake was open in 1986 is located at 17B, Nguyen Truong To street, Vung Tau city, Ba Ria – Vung Tau province introduced this special sponge cake to their customers and it quickly became the most popular snack in Vung Tau because of the unique taste.  In Vung Tau, Banh bong lan trung muoi are everywhere on the streets. The cakes are sold at not only bakeries but also moving stalls on the streets.

Our recommend: Banh Bong Lan Trung Muoi Goc Cot Dien

Address: 17 Nguyen Truong To, Ward 2, Vung Tau City

Banh uot chong dia – Steamed thin rice pancake

What makes the steamed thin rice pancake here special is the portion of each dish. No, it’s not huge, it’s actually super small that you have to eat at least 20 dishes to be full. Banh uot chong dia is a relatively new dish in Vung Tau but it soon became a phenomenon among tourists and the local youth.

Unlike the usual dish banh uot, instead of cutting the steamed thin rice pancake into small pieces the banh uot chong dia only have a piece of steamed thin rice pancake on the plate. Customers can order a dish of pork and/or chicken, pickles and sour mango to wrap with the banh uot. For the sauces, you will have to choose either the sweet fish sauce or mam nem (fermented anchovy dipping sauce) to dip the banh uot in. Vietnamese dishes are quite interactive, aren’t they? Well this one can get a lot more fun as you can hold a competition to see who can eat the most and so has the taller stack of empty dishes.

Our recommend: Banh uot chong dia 47

Address: 77 Xo Viet Nghe Tinh, Ward 8, Vung Tau City

Fresh seafood

If you want to enjoy seafood in Vung Tau and want to buy food at the market of Vietnamese, do not forget the seafood market in Vung Tau. You can easily find many kinds of seafood such as crab, snails, shrimp, blood clam, amberjack fish and so on. The fish and other kinds of seafood come directly from the sea everyday in the afternoon so it is absolutely fresh.

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Phan Thiet

Beaches and attractions in Binh Thuan province have reopened after social isolation, ready to welcome travelers. Visitors can experience with many activities such as swimming & take photos at The Fishing Village in Mui Ne, take  canoeing to Cu Lao Cau or Phu Quy island to dive in the coral reefs, walk on the red sand hill and walk along the white sandy road.

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Can Tho – Mekong Delta

District Phong Dien, the most concentrated place in the city, is always diverse with fruits such as mango, guava, rambutan, breast milk, jackfruit, durian … Here, not only visit the garden and reward awake fruit, visitors can try the Western lifestyle through outdoor activities such as wading ditches to catch fish, canoeing, hanging bridges, swing ropes through the ditch …

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In addition, have breakfast floating between Floating market, enjoying “noodle soup” is an unforgettable experience for those who first visit.

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Da Lat

Holiday time is also the beginning of the cloud hunting season in the foggy city. A place to watch clouds has a beautiful view and is easy to move, located in Cau Dat tea hill, Trai Mat hill, Suoi Vang lake, Thien Phuc Duc hill, Hon Bo, Radar mountain … Want to see the sea of ​​clouds float, visitors must overcome the cold to be present at the viewing position since the sun has not yet appeared. 

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Vung Tau

Only two hours from Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau is popular weekend getaway offering beachfront resorts, heaps of delicious seafood, and a slower pace of life. Coastal history in this part of Vietnam is combination of religious relics and French garrisons and mansions. Vung Tau’s beaches may not entice you to swim, however for a quick, low-stress escape to the coast, Vung Tau ticks all the boxes.

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1. Cua Van Fishing Village, Quang Ninh Province

Located in the heart of Ha Long Bay – a world heritage site twice recognized by UNESCO, Cua Van Fishing Village is always a hotspot of numerous domestic and international travelers. A visit to this destination is supposed to be a great chance to soak up the calm ambiance and cool atmosphere of nature, formed by rocks, mountains, water, and sky. The most outstanding point of the village is the charm of “the so-called houses onboard. Besides, the idyllic lifestyle of the local fishermen will give you another outlook on the beauty amongst the water region.

2. Cai Beo Fishing Village, Hai Phong City

Referred to as an ancient village, Cai Beo is ranked among the top national relics in 2009. There is a wonderful opportunity for experiencing the harmonious combination of stunning landscapes and cultural relic, you will never find anywhere else. Endowed with picturesque charms more remarkable and enthralling each time the sun is right at the horizon. It is possible to state that the irrepressible life of the local fishermen put in such natural beauty never fails to draw anyone adoring the water area like Cai Beo Fishing Village.

3. Thanh Nam Fishing Village, Hoi An City

Thanh Nam is known as a small fishing village emerging from Cua Dai Ocean, picked out by lots of travelers when they have a trip to Hoi An City. The village also appeals to plenty of the photographer community and especially independent travelers. Lying along the road to the bay where there are stretches of imposing white sand and clean translucent water, the destination is truly an ideal spot for kicking back and enjoying the warm sunshine.

4. Lang Co Fishing Village, Hue City

Lang Co Fishing Village is depicted as ravishing painting in which you can find a great mix of sky, sand, sea, and mountains. The village is sandwiched between Bach Ma Mountains and looks like a smooth silk strip wrapping around Phu Gia Pass to the north and Hai Van Pass to the south. This picture is more attractive since it is covered with green trees, tiny houses, and clouds like being found in an ethereal wonderland.

5. Cua Tung Fishing Village, Quang Tri Province

When it comes to Cua Tung, where Ben Hai River empties into the sea, many people immediately think it as one of the wonderful places for leisure in Quang Tri Province. Although the coastline is not too long and wide, its magnificence is truly irresistible. You will soak up the cool breeze and peace of the sea ambience at all times. Of course, fresh seafood will become a highlight of the trip to Cua Tung Village.

6. Bich Dam Fishing Village, Nha Trang City

Among the large islands of Nha Trang City is Bich Dam, belonging to Hon Tre Island; here is definitely a tranquil fishing village in the water area where water is turquoise all year round. There is no doubt that the destination possesses the unspoiled scenic beauty because it has not been exploited for tourism. That is the reason why homestays are the only choice of accommodation when you travel here. Otherwise, camping is also a totally new experience you are advisable to try.

7. Mui Ne Fishing Village, Phan Thiet City

Positioned along the coastline of approximately one kilometer, Mui Ne Fishing Village is a region with the calm water all year round. Nevertheless, it will be an interesting point to perceive the high-octane prospect of the local fishermen in each early morning; by that time you will know more about their life. For those who are fond of taking photos, the sunset is actually the best time to come here.

8. Hai Minh Fishing Village, Binh Dinh Province

Hai Minh is situated in Phuong Mai Peninsula, like a huge shield of rocky mountains stretching for 20 kilometers to shelter Quy Nhon City from storms. If taking a chance to visit Quy Nhon City, do not miss out on this village since it will bring you a new experience.

9. Phuoc Hai Fishing Village, Vung Tau City

Just 16 kilometers from the Vung Tau city center, Phuoc Hai – one of the long-standing fishing villages in Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province is referred to as an untouched spot with clean water, soothing sand, and tiny waves. Then, it is better to enjoy this charm while it lasts.

10. Ham Ninh Fishing Village, Phu Quoc Island

The first impression of Ham Ninh Fishing Village is Ham Ninh Mountain at the altitude of 300 meters. Apart from beautiful landscapes, the village is also home to a variety of delicacies from seafood. It’s worth making a trip to this land.

Source: tnktravel

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