Hue Specialty Food — Restaurant in Hue City

I don’t know why but somehow I waited until I was in Hue before I had my first banh mi for this trip to Vietnam.

I feel it’s going to set the standard. Fresh roll, crisp greens and succulent pork and the sauce complimented the fillings perfectly. Caphe sua da was ok too although I feel I may need to return for the salt coffee.

Met Hue who showcased his tours along with his book of reviews showing many travellers satisfaction with his service. Despite the pitch (given intermittently while I was eating and dealing with work emails), myself and my partner decided to tour solo.

As heartwarming as it was and tempting an idea to get a local tour with a local we came here to feel foreign in a foreign land and get a raw feeling for each place we intend to visit.

However within a minute of leaving Hue Specialty Food we were greeted by someone else on a scooter, who brandished a book of reviews and offered tours too—now we know it’s a thing...

Following a recommendation we came here late afternoon to check it out. The place is small and just off a small alley. No air con as such but some strong fans which help with airflow and to keep flies away. Were given free hot tea and later banana. The food is good although the Nem Lui didn’t use lemon grass as skewers and opted for wood sticks, portion size was good and taste also. We also ordered a mix meat banh mi, which was great and worth the price along with a noodle bowl with pork. In general it was good but be advised if the menu doesn’t show prices on drinks don’t order them. We later found we paid milk coffee for VND 35K. Which is exactly the same price as the nearby pianolab cafe’s...

Absolutely loved this little family-run restaurant! The food was incredibly authentic – you can really taste the tradition and care in every dish. The local Hue specialties were a true highlight and felt like a home-cooked meal.

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The family running the place was so friendly and genuinely attentive, without ever being pushy. They even took the time to explain how some dishes are made and shared a bit about the local ingredients.

This is a true hidden gem for anyone wanting to experience real Hue cuisine, far from tourist crowds. I’ll definitely be...