Cao Lau - Hoi An's signature noodles & pork
The dish in Hoi An is famous for consisting of thick rice noodle, savory slices of barbecued pork, bean sprouts, fresh green and crunchy crackers served with a light sauce. This noodles must be made with the water from one of the closely guarded ancient Cham wells hidden throughout Hoi An.
Where to try it: 24 Thai Phien street
Banh mi Hoi An - Typical Vietnamese baguette sandwich
A hot, crusty baguette spread with homemade mayonnaise, signature sauces, and pâté, then filled with your choice of juicy meats and fresh vegetables. Vegetarian options are also available. It is truly a mixture of French and Vietnamese taste, so it becomes a typical dish in Hoi An city.
Where to try it: Banh mi Phuong - 2B Phan Chu Trinh
Com ga Hoi An - Vietnamese Chicken rice
Com ga, or chicken rice is not exclusive to Hoi An but local have successfully improved on it and made it become one of their signature dishes. White rice cooked with pandan leaves in chicken broth and served topped with tender, shredded chicken, fresh coriander and onions. It is also served with a small bowl of soup containing some chicken giblets like heart and liver.
Where to try it: Com ga Ba Buoi - 22 Phan Chu Trinh street
Banh bao, banh vac - "White rose" shrimp & pork dumpling
This famous dish is filled with ground shrimp, spring onion, lemongrass and spices. Banh bao, on the other hand, has minced pork and mushrooms as the main filling.
The dish is served with a dipping sauce made from shrimp broth, sugar, lemon juice and chili on the side.
Where to try it: 533 Hai Ba Trung street