Phu Quoc is a seafood lover’s paradise offering a blend of bold island flavors and unique local specialties. Here are the must‑try foods that showcase the island at its culinary best:

🐟 Signature Dishes

Gỏi cá trích (Raw Herring Salad)

A true island specialty: ultra‑fresh herring mixed with grated coconut, onions, herbs, and spicy fish sauce. Often wrapped in rice paper with herbs and dipped in chili fish sauce for a bright and refreshing bite. (newasiatours.com)

Bún Quậy (Stirred Rice Noodles)

Phu Quoc’s interactive noodle soup—served with fresh seafood cakes (fish, shrimp, squid). You stir in your own dipping sauce of lime, chili, sugar, and kumquat to achieve your perfect flavor balance. (Asia Legend Travel)

Bún Kèn (Ken Noodles)

A Phu Quoc‑exclusive coconut‑based fish noodle dish. Rich, aromatic broth made from minced sea fish, lemongrass, turmeric, coconut milk. Served over rice noodles with shredded papaya, herbs, bean sprouts, and tangy fish sauce. (Impress Travel)

Bánh Canh Cá Thu (Mackerel Thick Noodle Soup)

Hearty thick tapioca noodles in a mackerel‑infused broth, topped with crispy mackerel fish cakes. A satisfying and warm choice. (Custom Indochina Tours)

🦀 Seafood Specialties

Ghẹ Hâm Ninh (Ham Ninh Crab)

Small but sweet, firm-crusted crabs sourced from Ham Ninh village. Served simply steamed with salt‑pepper‑lime dipping sauce. Perfect for savoring natural ocean sweetness. (Travel Vietnam Guides)

Nhum Nướng Mỡ Hành (Grilled Sea Urchin)

A creamy & smoky delicacy: halved sea urchins grilled, topped with scallion oil and roasted peanuts. Served with lime‑pepper salt dip for maximum umami impact. (newasiatours.com)

Ốc Hương (Aromatic Snails)

Tender, fragrant snails boiled or grilled and served with lime‑pepper‑chili dipping sauce. A textural treat best enjoyed at night markets. (Ula Travel)

Bánh Canh Ghẹ (Crab Tapioca Noodle Soup)

Thick tapioca noodles with fresh crab in savory broth, completed with herbs and lime for an island twist on comfort food. (Vespa Adventures (Korea))

🍰 Local Desserts & Drinks

Bánh Khéo / Bánh Khot / Bánh Tét Mật Cật

• Bánh Khéo: Mini rice cakes with fillings like coconut, mung bean, taro—chewy and mildly sweet. (Visit Phu Quoc)
• Bánh Tét Mật Cật: Sticky rice cake wrapped in honey plant leaves, with mung bean/pork filling. Unique to Phu Quoc. (Custom Indochina Tours)
• Bánh Khot: Mini savory pancakes topped with shrimp and served with herbs and fish sauce. (Vespa Adventures (Korea))

Sweet Treats & Cakes

Palm sugar honeycomb cake, cassava cake, and coconut leaf cake are traditional snacks showcasing local ingredients like coconut milk, palm sugar, and cassava root. (Visit Phu Quoc)

Rượu Sim (Rose Myrtle Wine)

A sweet, aromatic wine made from fermented rose myrtle berries—often enjoyed after meals or purchased as a delicious memento. (Custom Indochina Tours)

🗺️ Where to Enjoy Them

• Duong Dong Town (Night Market & Beachside stalls):
  Perfect for sampling bun quay, grilled seafood skewers, snails, desserts, and casual eats. (Heera Travel)
• Ham Ninh Fishing Village:
  Fresh crab, sea urchin, and other seafood prepared seaside. (Heera Travel)
• Specialty Eateries:
  Bún Ken Ut Luom (bún kèn); famous shops like Ra Khơi, Xin Chào, Bun Ken Co Thu, and local markets for traditional desserts and fish sauce tours. (Impress Travel)

✅ Quick Foodie Checklist

Whether you’re dining at beachside stalls or sampling bold street‑food flavors, Phu Quoc’s culinary offerings are as vibrant as its coastlines. Let your taste buds be your guide—you can’t go wrong! Would you like recommendations tailored for breakfast, night market shopping, or fine‑dining spots too?