If you’re a travel enthusiast, chances are you’ve heard of Phu Yen’s fame, right? A coastal province with diverse beauty ranging from hills to pristine beaches that captivate travelers’ hearts. Besides being a prominent destination on the tourism map, Phu Yen’s cuisine is equally renowned and awaits your exploration. Let’s dive in with Vietnampeace.com!

As diverse as its terrain, Phu Yen’s specialties will surely bring you the most unique flavors. So, why wait any longer? Hurry up, head to the beloved Central region, and visit Phu Yen to pamper your palate.

1. Beef and Ocean Tuna

Beef might be a specialty in many places, but the tender and sweet taste of beef at Aunt Mai’s eatery is genuinely distinctive. Moreover, it would be best if you tried fresh ocean tuna, especially tuna sashimi, when you’re here. Don’t forget to add ocean tuna eyes stewed with Chinese medicine and jujube,… to your list of must-try Phu Yen specialties.

Best places for delicious beef and ocean tuna:

• Address: 350 Tran Hung Dao, Ward 6, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen Province
• Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Prices range from 50,000 VND to 190,000 VND/dish.

2. King Crab of O Loan

As a famous coastal tourist destination, seafood is definitely on the list of Phu Yen’s specialties that you should try. The king crab stands out with its firm and sweet meat. Crab cooked with salted eggs, tamarind sauce, crab vermicelli hotpot,… will surely leave an unforgettable taste in your mouth.

Information on where to buy delicious king crab:

• Address: Quang Anh Seafood Restaurant, An Hai Bridge, O Loan Lagoon, Tuy An District, Phu Yen.
• Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
• Price range: from 200,000 VND to 500,000 VND/person.

3. “One-Sun” Beef

“One-Sun” beef is one of Phu Yen’s specialties that you can either bring as a gift or enjoy. Made from naturally grazed beef, the beef jerky is chewy and tough. Combined with the marinated seasoning formula, it’s undeniably delicious.

Information on places to buy tasty “One-Sun” beef:

• Hà Trung “One-Sun” Beef – 120 Hung Vuong, Ward 6, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen Province
• Thien An “One-Sun” Beef – 45 Ngo Quyen, Ward 5, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen Province
  Fresh beef: Around 250,000 VND/kg
• Dried “One-Sun” beef: Around 550,000 VND/kg

4. Steamed Rice Cakes in Cups

In Phu Yen, you can order steamed rice cakes to experience the unique combination of rice flour, finely ground shrimp, and traditional fish sauce recipes. Although rice cakes are available in many places, the locals’ unique preparation method has created a distinctive flavor for this Phu Yen specialty.

Information on locations to buy steamed rice cakes in Phu Yen:

• Thap Nhan Rice Cake Tower – Thap Nhan, Le Trung Kien, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Aunt Mai’s Rice Cakes – 95 Le Trung Kien, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Price range: 10,000 – 20,000 VND/cup

5. Phu Yen Ant Salt Specialty

One of the most unique specialties of Phu Yen is the golden and salt. It may sound strange, but this is a dish that many travel enthusiasts “hunt” for when they come to the land of “yellow flowers and green grass.” Ants are caught by locals and processed according to traditional methods to create spicy, slightly salty, and tangy salt.

Unlike common salts, Phu Yen’s salt still contains some ant bodies. However, this delicacy can be accompanied by many other delicious dishes such as salads, “One-Sun” beef, and grilled dishes. With this unique gift, you don’t need to bother looking for Phu Yen specialties to give to your loved ones.

Information on where to buy tasty ant salt in Phu Yen:

• Phu Yen Specialties Tu Duong: 1 Phu Dong Street, Ward 9, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Phu Yen Specialties – Phu An Nam: 239 Le Duan, Ward 7, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Price reference: Around 50,000 VND/bottle

6. Pigeon Sticky Rice

Pigeon sticky rice is elaborately prepared as a dish that appears during essential festivals. Made from fragrant sticky rice, it’s both aromatic and soft. Pigeons are stir-fried and seasoned with a special recipe. All of these create a fragrant and characteristic flavor for pigeon sticky rice.

Information on places to buy delicious pigeon sticky rice:

• Ngoc Han Sticky Rice – 254 Tran Hung Dao, Ward 4, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Sister Nhan’s Sticky Rice – 5 Le Thanh Phuong, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Meat and Bamboo Sticky Rice – Opposite 184 Truong Chinh, Ward 7, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Price: 15,000 VND – 20,000 VND/portion

7. Phu Yen Chicken Rice

This is one of the specialties of Phu Yen that you shouldn’t miss when visiting this Central region. The difference in this chicken rice lies in the rice grains, which, after being cleaned, are fried in oil and cooked in chicken broth. Additionally, the chicken meat in this dish is free-range, so it’s tender and naturally sweet.

In addition to these two main ingredients, Phu Yen chicken rice also attracts foodies with its garlic chili fish sauce, pickled onions, and accompanying vegetables (cucumber, coriander, basil…). You can also choose to eat chicken thighs, wings, or internal organs, depending on your preference.

Information on places to buy delicious Phu Yen chicken rice:

• Tuyet Nhung Restaurant: 189 Le Thanh Ton, Ward 4, Tuy Hoa City
• Aunt Thuy’s Restaurant: 42 Duy Tan, Ward 4, Tuy Hoa City
• Tuấn Restaurant: 226 Nguyen Tat Thanh, Tuy Hoa City
• Phương Restaurant: Tran Quy Cap, Ward 3, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Price: 30,000 VND

8. O Loan Lagoon Jellyfish Salad

In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, O Loan Lagoon attracts travelers from near and far with its seafood cuisine, the most famous of which is jellyfish salad. The main ingredient of this dish is jellyfish, which is naturally crisp and crunchy, has a pleasing white color, and doesn’t cause itching.

The dish’s taste is even more attractive when the jellyfish is mixed with local vegetables (herbs, lime, carrots, coconut rice, lettuce, tomatoes…) and dipping sauce. Significantly, the proper way to enjoy in Phu Yen is to scoop the salad into rice paper and feel the jellyfish, vegetables, and rice paper dissolve in your mouth.

Information on places to buy delicious jellyfish salad:

• Phuoc Nguyet Restaurant: Hai An Port, Tuy An District, Phu Yen
• Son Hai Restaurant: An Hai Bridge, An Ninh Commune, Tuy An District, Phu Yen
• Tuấn Restaurant: O Loan Lagoon, An Hai Commune, Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen
• Price: 35,000 VND – 500,000 VND

9. Phu Yen Leiolepis Spring Rolls

At first glance, this dish may not seem much different from other types of meat sausage in other provinces. However, this dish’s unique filling is made from Dông meat (Leiolepis meat)

. The summer months are when locals catch dong to create this particular dish.

Dông meat is cleaned, mixed with cloud ear fungus and pennywort, then seasoned to taste and deep-fried. This dish is rolled in thin rice paper and eaten with Ngoc Lang raw vegetables, creating a distinctive taste. Notably, the Dông meat filling is crispy, firm, and low in fat, so it doesn’t feel greasy.

Information on places to buy:

• Nem Nuong 92 Restaurant: 92 Nguyen Cong Tru, Tuy Hoa, Phu Yen
• Linh Restaurant: 90A Nguyen Cong, Tuy Hoa, Phu Yen
• Price: 30,000 – 40,000 VND/plate

In conclusion, exploring the culinary delights of Phu Yen is an adventure in itself, offering a rich tapestry of flavors that reflect the coastal region’s diversity and vibrancy. From savory beef delicacies to refreshing seafood delights and unique specialties like ant salt and dong meat spring rolls, there’s something to tantalize every palate.

Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or simply eager to indulge in authentic Vietnamese cuisine, Phu Yen’s culinary scene promises a feast for the senses. So why wait? Embark on a gastronomic journey with Vietnampeace.com as your guide, and immerse yourself in the delectable wonders of this charming coastal province.

Chives noodle soup (Photo collection)

Only from 20,000 VND – 25,000 VND / bowl, visitors will not forget this dish (Photo collection)

Soup bowl is more flavorful when made from small fish, so the broth is lovely (Photo collection)

Pancake (Photo Collection

The salty, sweet, sour, and spicy taste blends, served with raw vegetables; you will want to eat more (Collectibles)

Enjoy it now (Photo collection)

Tuy Hoa duck cake (Photo collection)

Visitors will taste the first cup of fragrant water hyacinth cake (Photo collection)

Pig heart cake (Photo collection)

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Only from 20,000 VND – 30,000 VND, you can check-in and try this dish right away (Photo collection)

Delicious Jellyfish Noodles (Photo Collections)

Price 30,000 VND / bowl, you can eat immediately a bowl of hot and delicious Jellyfish Noodles (Photo Collections)

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Tuna eyes with a sweet, pleasant taste (Photo collection)

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Only from 20,000 VND to 30,000 VND / jar, it really fits your pocket

Delicious steamed scad (photo collage)

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Fresh and delightful shellfish salad (Photo collection)

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Visitors who come here can visit Nguyen Hue Street to enjoy this dish (Photo collection)

O Loan blood cockle (Photo collection)

Only from 20,000 VND – 30,000 VND / disc, visitors can visit this restaurant also has this dish (Photo collection)

Spring rolls (Collected photos)

Guests feel tender and fragrant meat, yellow chicken skin, not dry (Photo collection)

A sunny cow (Photo collectio

Ice cream mix (Photo Collected)