Dalat is home of such cool and unique cafés and restaurants but still, many travelers are not sure where to eat in this beautiful city. There are so many restaurants and cafés in Da Lat that can satisfy the pickiest customers. From my own personal taste, I prefer pure and close to natural ones. I love discovering those awe-inspiring hidden gems that are nearly impossible for someone to get there without being advised and guided even if there is a clear address on the Internet.
Let’s discover the best places to eat in Dalat in this article.
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Where to drink Café in Dalat?
Hai A Café
This place is a bit far from the City so that you can enjoy your quiet and peaceful time. A lot of young people choose Hai A Café as the secret destination for them to take a break from the busy life, to recharge their batteries and to press an “F5” button in life.
Hai A Café is located about 9km from the center. By taking a taxi or riding your motorbike, it will take you about 20 minutes to get there. Good thing that the owner can speak English. So, if you like a romantic, quiet and peaceful place, Hai A Café is definitely on your list.
- Address: 77 Sao Nam Street, Ward 11, Da Lat City
- Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Hai A Café
Quán Đương
This café is no doubt a hidden gem that you can hardly find it without getting lost or asking for help in the first time. Being located right in the middle of a hill and surrounded by an enormous pine forest, you cannot take a taxi here. The only way to get here is motorbike and walking. Contrary to the seal impression of French style here, Quán Đương imprints Vietnamese culture and traditions. Here they have homemade wine and beer with fruits, and it is depending on which season of the year. Last time when I visited Quán Đương, they were making persimmon wine since Da Lat was in persimmon season.
The first impression of this place is “Chill”
Being isolated from the busy life out there, people here are having their own lifestyle. You will unconsciously lower your voice, slower your step, and forget about your pressure in life.
Picture of a ladies making wine at Quán Đương
Quán Đương
This place is mostly quiet and poetic. You can easily see some street artists here with their guitars making a new song, or just simply getting lost in their ways and enjoying the moment. Trust me, all of the hard times you had and the difficulties that you are facing will fade away once you take a seat and have a little taste here.
Homemade Apricot Wine
The acoustic band enjoys their time at Quán Đương.
- Address: 31/13, 3/4 street, ward 3, Da Lat city.
- Phone number: 076 484 4955
- Opening hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm
What & Where to Eat in Da Lat
Night Market
Night Market is located right at the center of Da Lat. This is the heart of Da Lat. After a long day hanging out around Da Lat, this is where you can please your appetite.
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Night Market
Banh Trang Nuong (Grilled Rice Paper with cheese, green onions, egg, dried shrimps and pork)
Banh Trang Nuong
Shellfish Vendor in night market
Lau Bo Ba Toa (Ba Toa Beef Hot Pot)
This is the must-go if you are a fan of beef. This is a very famous mom and pop business in Da Lat. I do recommend you stop by here during lunchtime because it is packed at night, and of course you have to wait for a long time to get a table. They have a special recipe so the broth tastes very flavorful. They also use fresh and clean vegetables from the gardens in Da Lat. This restaurant is located right at the Center of Da Lat, you can literally walk here if you are in the city.
- Address: 1 Hoàng Diệu Street, Ward 5, Da Lat City, Lam Dong Province.
Lau Bo Ba Toa (Ba Toa Beef Hot Pot)
Lẩu gà lá é Tao Ngộ (Tao Ngo Chicken and Herb Hotpot)
If you are wondering why I talk a lot about soups and hot foods, Da Lat has chilly and cool weather that’s why people here like to eat and drink hot so that it can keep them warm.
If you are not so into beef, I have another option for you which is Chicken and Herb Hot Pot – Lẩu gà lá é Tao Ngộ. This restaurant is located at no.5 3/4 street, ward 3, Da Lat city which is only 5 minutes from the center. Lá É is the name of the herb that looks like mint and basil. People say that this herb is very good for human health as it can help cure cough and cold.
Tao Ngo Chicken and Herb Hotpot
The recipe is pretty simple with fresh free-range chicken, dry pancakes (optional), bamboo shoot, oyster mushroom, and of course Lá É. This food is also the specialty here that we can hardly find it anywhere else in Vietnam.
Banh Mi Xiu Mai (Vietnamese Meatballs and Breads)
I got your dinner and lunch already. Now let me introduce our beloved breakfast – Banh Mi Xiu Mai. This is Da Lat people’s favorite breakfast so you can see it is served everywhere in the morning. Your hotels or homestays will normally include this dish in your breakfast as well. The meatballs are so tender and well mixed with the other ingredients to create a delicious yet simple meal for everyone.
Banh Mi Xiu Mai (Vietnamese Meatballs and Breads)
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