If you're wondering what Ha Long's must-try specialty is, don’t miss out on squid patties.
This dish is made from freshly ground or pounded squid, shaped into round patties and deep-fried until golden. Ha Long’s squid patties are known for their natural sweetness, which sets them apart from versions in other regions — making them a favorite among both locals and tourists.
Another popular variation is sticky rice with squid patties ("xôi chả mực"), where fragrant, chewy sticky rice is paired with crispy, golden squid patties sliced into bite-sized pieces. Just hearing its name or seeing a photo is enough to make your mouth water.
📍 Where to eat: Quang Phong Restaurant – Lot C112A, Old Quarter, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh
💸 Price range: 35,000 – 50,000 VND/serving
Also, don’t forget to try steamed rice rolls with squid patties ("bánh cuốn chả mực"), a hot dish best enjoyed fresh. Thin rice rolls wrap savory minced pork and wood ear mushroom filling, served with fragrant squid patties and a flavorful dipping fish sauce.
📍 Where to eat: Goc Bang Squid Roll Restaurant – Nha Hat Alley, Bach Dang Ward, Ha Long, Quang Ninh
💸 Price range: 35,000 – 55,000 VND/serving
This dish is made from freshly ground or pounded squid, shaped into round patties and deep-fried until golden. Ha Long’s squid patties are known for their natural sweetness, which sets them apart from versions in other regions — making them a favorite among both locals and tourists.
Another popular variation is sticky rice with squid patties ("xôi chả mực"), where fragrant, chewy sticky rice is paired with crispy, golden squid patties sliced into bite-sized pieces. Just hearing its name or seeing a photo is enough to make your mouth water.
💸 Price range: 35,000 – 50,000 VND/serving
Also, don’t forget to try steamed rice rolls with squid patties ("bánh cuốn chả mực"), a hot dish best enjoyed fresh. Thin rice rolls wrap savory minced pork and wood ear mushroom filling, served with fragrant squid patties and a flavorful dipping fish sauce.
📍 Where to eat: Goc Bang Squid Roll Restaurant – Nha Hat Alley, Bach Dang Ward, Ha Long, Quang Ninh
💸 Price range: 35,000 – 55,000 VND/serving
