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Dining

Vietnam is known for staggering variations in cuisine, each region and major settlement boasting its own unique specialities that are hard to come by elsewhere in the country. Hoi An is especially known for its varied, scrumptious street food, which is beautifully showcased along roadsides during Night Market hours. Some of the eats not to be missed are 'bahn mi' (baguette sandwiches with various ingredients), 'cao lau' pork noodles, the local variety of chicken rice 'com ga', white rose dumplings 'bánh bao bánh vac', and the obligatory hit 'bahn xeo': a crispy pancake packed with a selection of proteins and vegetables, to be dipped into fermented peanut sauce.

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Vy's Market Restaurant

Vy's is an exciting delve into Vietnamese street food, its many varieties served at several open-kitchen style indoor stands. The entire experience is carefully manicured and completely sanitary, which takes away possible worry associated with eating off the side of the roads. There are plenty of options to choose from, including 'classics' such as …

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Nu Eatery

Hidden in plain sight (turn right after crossing the Japanese Bridge from east to west), this compact restaurant serves up beautiful Asian Fusion cuisine without pretence, with a few imaginative takes on Vietnamese staples unique to the establishment. Come for lunch to enjoy the place nearly all to yourself. Their daughter establishment Sea Shell just …

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Come outside of rush hour (prepare for a wait otherwise) at this genuine restaurant serving up traditional local specialities in a (traditionally) non-air-conditioned space. The restaurant enjoys great popularity: no wonder, for the 'cao lau', white rose dumplings, 'bahn mi' and spring rolls it serves up could go for much more than their price …

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Morning Glory

A wildly popular, longstanding restaurant smack in the heart of Hoi An that serves up dishes most commonly eaten in central Vietnam. Special emphasis is placed on authenticity of flavours and cooking methods, plus street food …

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Good morning Vietnam

If you're craving a break from Vietnamese cuisine and longing for the Italian food you love back home, Good Morning Vietnam is your go-to spot. This Italian-owned trattoria offers homemade and authentic dishes, from classic pizza and pasta to other Italian fare. The restaurant exudes rustic charm, with decor reminiscent of a traditional Italian …

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