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15 Must-Try Phu Quoc Specialties That You Will Love

Phu Quoc is not only a tropical island paradise with breathtaking landscapes but also a food haven in southern Vietnam. The island’s specialty dishes capture the fresh flavors of the sea while offering unique and enticing preparations that leave a lasting impression on visitors. If you're looking for a list of must-try Phu Quoc dishes along with authentic restaurants at reasonable prices, this guide is for you. Join Let’s Fly Travel as we explore the 15 best dishes on Pearl Island. What to Eat in Phu Quoc? Top 15 Must-Try Dishes 1. Phu Quoc Herring Salad – A Taste of the Ocean When talking about Phu Quoc specialties, herring salad is an absolute must-try. This dish showcases the fresh and delicate flavors of the sea. Thinly sliced fresh herring is mixed with grated coconut, onions, aromatic herbs, and roasted peanuts. The key highlight is the special dipping sauce, made from Phu Quoc fish sauce, lime, garlic, and chili, creating a harmonious balance of sour, spicy, and sweet flavors. To eat, diners wrap the herring salad in rice paper with fresh herbs and dip it in the rich fish sauce, enjoying the creamy coconut, sweet fish, crunchy onions, and tangy-spicy dipping sauce—a truly unforgettable combination. Recommended Restaurants: Vuon Tao Restaurant – Cua Lap, Duong To, Phu Quoc Goi Ca Trich 7 Hoa Restaurant – 77 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc 2. Coconut Curry Rice Noodles (Bun Ken) – A Unique Noodle Dish Found Only in Phu Quoc Coconut Curry Rice Noodles is a signature breakfast dish of the people of Phu Quoc, distinct from other traditional Vietnamese noodle soups. What sets this dish apart is its rich, flavorful broth, made from pureed nau fish or ngan fish, combined with coconut milk, curry powder, lemongrass, fried garlic, and ground chili. This blend creates a golden, aromatic, and creamy broth that is both visually appealing and delicious. When served, Bun Ken is topped with a generous amount of broth, accompanied by fresh herbs, bean sprouts, cucumber, and roasted peanuts. Each spoonful offers a harmonious combination of coconut richness, chili spiciness, and the natural sweetness of fresh fish. Recommended Restaurants: Ut Luom Restaurant – 87 30/4 Street, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc Di Hong Restaurant – 4 Nguyen Trai Street, Phu Quoc 3. Ham Ninh Sentinel Crab – An Irresistible Seafood Specialty Ham Ninh Sentinel Crab is one of the most famous seafood dishes...

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