Mekong Delta, Vietnam Food Guide: 10 Vietnamese food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Can Tho

May 30, 2020 Randal Brittian

Best Vietnamese restaurants nearby. Discover the best Vietnamese food in Can Tho. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Vietnamese restaurants near you.. Can Tho is the main city of the Mekong Delta, the "nine dragon river delta" where the Mekong River empties into the South China Sea. It's also the main transportation center for the region. The extensive canals make for a pleasant boat ride, and the nearby floating markets offer authentic goods and exotic local fruit. *Fly into Ho Chi Minh City International Airport where you can take a car or van (approximately 4 hours) to Can Tho.
Things to do in Can Tho

10. Quan Com Chay Cuong

9 de Tham Tan An, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho 92000 Vietnam Asian, Vietnamese Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast Takeout, Seating, Table Service, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +84 710 2246 313 https://www.facebook.com/C%C6%A1m-chay-c%C6%B0%E1%BB%9Dng-c%E1%BA%A7n-th%C6%A1-148006278940013/
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4 based on 73 reviews

Quan Com Chay Cuong

Reviewed By Johunly

Service wasn't really good, unfortunately the staff spoke just a little English, so communication was a bit difficult.the food came quickly after ordering, we had three different dishes which have all been good where as they weren't special. Prices are cheap.

9. Mekong

38 Hai Ba Trung Street Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho Vietnam Vietnamese, Asian Brunch, Drinks, Dinner Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Seating, Table Service +84 710 3821 646
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3 based on 350 reviews

Mekong

Reviewed By TazeCizzio

Go here if your craving some western food. Heaps to choose from and variety for all. Would recommend for a family who would like different dishes for each member. Good cold drinks and beers

8. Sao Hom

Hai Ba Trung Street Can Tho Market, Can Tho 65000 Vietnam Asian, Vietnamese Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +84 710 3815 616 http://www.saohom.transmekong.com
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3 based on 675 reviews

Sao Hom

Mekong delta and Vietnamese cuisine, but also western dishes to accommodate travelers with kids; overlooking the river in a unique setting.

Reviewed By jegsvareikke

I Think that the frihed chicken was very very good. But the steak was pretty bad and didnt taste that good. But the mood and theme overall i Think was pretty relaxing and a chill Vibe plus the staff was kind and Nice and understanded english. Would recommend for a relaxing Night out

7. Spices Restaurant

Cai Khe Ward at the Victoria Can Tho Resort, Can Tho 92000 Vietnam Vietnamese Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Highchairs Available, Table Service [email protected] +84 292 3810 111 http://www.victoriahotels.asia/en/hotels-resorts/cantho/dining.html
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4 based on 106 reviews

Spices Restaurant

The elegant Spices Restaurant overlooks the Hau River, with both indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant offers all-day dining featuring International and Vietnamese favourites. Seating capacity: 100 guests indoors, 70 guests outdoors. Opening hours: 6

Reviewed By Suzanne B

What a delight in the Hotel!We had wonderful service and food after a long day of travel. Quick swim followed by a drink in the bar meant we didn't need much to eat for dinner.The coeliac was well looked after with food options, the staff very very knowledgeable and helpful. We really enjoyed the meal- impeccable presentation.I would recommend this restaurant!Dear Suzanne B,We would like to thank you for sharing your comments.It is delightful to read your positive feedback about our food and services. We will definitely share your comments with our Team.We hope that we will be of your service again in the future.Warm regards,The Management

6. Phuong Nam Restaurant

48 Hai Ba Trung Street - Tan An Ward - Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho Vietnam Asian, Vietnamese, Deli Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking [email protected] +84 710 3812 077 http://www.phuongnamcantho.com/
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4 based on 607 reviews

Phuong Nam Restaurant

The house was built between 1913 and 1915, Built with the French, In the past year, the house was restored to its original shape, the tiles of its secondary roofs green again, then it just needed to be repainted, as the strong arch is actually as new toda

Reviewed By María José O

After 3 Week in Vietnam and after a lot of pho’s thats one likes like ... chicken like 3 days ago and the beef pho like horse meet.... horrible , and no cheap also ,! Please dont go

5. Nem nuong Thanh Van

17. Hoa Binh Avenue, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho 92000 Vietnam Asian, Vietnamese Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Serves Alcohol +84 710 3827 255
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4 based on 120 reviews

Nem nuong Thanh Van

Reviewed By tripanozom

Please dont come here with an expectation of the best food place in Can Tho. As somebody wrote, the food is not authentic, spring rolls frozen from supermarket, menu large as any European asian fast food but half of the menu is not available. The taste of some dishes is very good, some of them pretty average. Waitress/cook confused the order, guests neglected.

4. GONY spa cafe lounge

8-10-12 Nguyen An Ninh, Can Tho 00000 Vietnam Vietnamese, Cafe, Asian Lunch, Brunch, Dinner Seating, Television, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Takeout, Reservations [email protected] +84 710 3810 299 http://www.gloryofnewyork.com/en-US/our-spa/gony-spa-cafe-lounge-8-10-12-nguyen-an-ninh-strcan-tho-vietnam/271/328
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4 based on 220 reviews

GONY spa cafe lounge

near central Market and Ninh Kieu port. Beautiful decoration, professional service with variety of courses featuring Vietnamese food, Asian food, Pizza, Spaghetti, Beefsteak, coffee specialty, shakes and smoothies, gourmet ice cream. A perfect place to di

Reviewed By tavirel

I've been here many times for lunch, the foods are very local flavor, hygiene and good price, vegetables is fresh and servers are friendly. One more thing I love this place is the clean and modern toilet. Upstairs is a spa with lovely price

3. L'Escale

4th Floor, 1 Ngo Quyen Ninh Kieu Quay, P. Tan An, Can Tho 92000 Vietnam French, European, Vietnamese, Asian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +84 710 3819 139 http://nambocantho.com/english/escale
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4 based on 400 reviews

L'Escale

L'Escale offers a selection of French and Vietnamese cuisine with a view of the river from the top-floor terrace of Nam Bo Boutique Hotel. Our bread is home-baked and you may choose you wine in the cellar: why not complete your meal with a plate of cheese

Reviewed By carrielow

After reading many positive reviews, we decided to give it a try, something different, for a change. The prices are easily 10X more than the local restaurants in Can Tho. Ambience was cosy and relaxing. Nice river view on the 4th floor. Weather was gloomy so no sunset. The house red wine, Cab Sauvignon was decent. Service was attentive since we were the only guests arrived early. We ordered the seafood steamboat as recommended by the waitress. My son opted for Western, pan-roasted duck breast with mushroom sauce, as recommended by the waitress too. The steamboat was not bad, but it’s with some sweetness in the soup (tasted like a sweetened Tom yam soup) that wasn’t appealing to me. Portion was just nice for 2 pax (we are not big eater). My son liked his medium to well pan-roasted duck breast, served with french fries (what disappointment for a dish @ 320K dong). Hubby tried it and commented ‘good’. The restaurant wasn’t crowded. Didn’t hear any music played in the restaurant. But the roof top Bar on the opposite building had loud music, kind of annoying and ruined the atmosphere. My desert, cream brûlée’s was nice.However, my hubby and son had bad diarrhoea on the same night, few hours after the dinner. Poor them as we didn’t have medicine and no pharmacy in sight. Hotel staff with poor and close to none English. I didn’t have any problem (the only dish I didn’t eat was the duck breast).Not a good experience for us, except nice photos with river view lol. Dear Carrielow.Sorry you did not find what you were looking for. Gloomy weather doesn't help feeling happy, either.I am sure you will understand we cannot serve french cuisine at Cần Thơ street prices. But then, if you compared, you may have tasted the wrong street food? Street vendors, especially at the night market, are notoriously unreliable, and I can't see how duck magret with fries, if this is the only plate you didn't taste, may have put your man and son at risk. We would usually serve it cooked to pink and I expect not with fries. Was it a special order?Anyhow, I hope your party is feeling better and that the weather gives you more reason to cheer.Take care along your journey,Benoit

Top 7 Things to do in Can Tho, Vietnam

2. Tomato - Pad Thai

54 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia An Hoi, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho 900000 Vietnam Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Asian Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Drinks Seating, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Cash Only, Table Service, Free Wifi +84 94 420 47 41 http://www.facebook.com/Pad-Thai-Tomato-179781039133779/
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4 based on 269 reviews

Tomato - Pad Thai

Reviewed By David B

This had a high Trip Advisor rating, but still I had second thoughts when I saw it. Don't worry, go in. Food was great, staff spoke a tiny bit of English and the prices were amazing. I think they are getting lot's of business now thanks to TripAdvisor, but continue to offer great value, congrats to them. Nice to support a small local business and get a great tasty meal (don't forget the cold beer!) Then you can walk the waterfront and see the tourists paying 20X more for food not as good.

Top 10 restaurants in Can Tho, Vietnam

1. Phuong Nam Restaurant

48 Hai Ba Trung Street - Tan An Ward - Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho Vietnam Asian, Vietnamese, Deli Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking [email protected] +84 710 3812 077 http://www.phuongnamcantho.com/
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4 based on 607 reviews

Phuong Nam Restaurant

The house was built between 1913 and 1915, Built with the French, In the past year, the house was restored to its original shape, the tiles of its secondary roofs green again, then it just needed to be repainted, as the strong arch is actually as new toda

Reviewed By María José O

After 3 Week in Vietnam and after a lot of pho’s thats one likes like ... chicken like 3 days ago and the beef pho like horse meet.... horrible , and no cheap also ,! Please dont go

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