'The owner is friendly and polite. The snail and crab noodle soup has a rich and unique flavor'; 'I didn't find it delicious. The broth had too much MSG'; 'It tasted good 25 years ago, but in recent years it doesn't taste the same as before'...
Thanh Hai's snail noodle soup is said to need less MSG - Photo: Provided by the interviewee.
These are some of the comments readers sent to Tuoi Tre Online in the article " Searching for the authentic Northern-style snail and crab noodle soup, hidden in an alley for over 40 years in Saigon." .
Some people found it not to their liking, while others praised it enthusiastically.
Thanh Hai's snail and crab noodle soup: nine people, ten opinions.
Out of 13 comments, 8 readers expressed disappointment. Most opinions suggested that the service quality at Thanh Hai's snail and crab noodle soup restaurant was not good.
The snails were deemed not fresh - Photo: Provided by the interviewee.
Reader Long Trung shared:
"I've eaten at this restaurant a few times, and each time the broth was only lukewarm, not hot. The vegetables got cold as soon as I added them, so how could I enjoy eating them?"
The customer also stated that they had given feedback but the restaurant had not made any improvements.
The opinion quickly rose to the top of the comments list, gaining widespread support.
The person eating Zizou humorously replied, "I find it burning hot on my tongue, but each sip is so satisfying."
Reader thie****@gmail.com commented: "The taste and aroma of crab and snail noodle soup can only be truly appreciated by tasting it. But the picture doesn't quite capture the essence of crab noodle soup."
This diner also claimed that the "lumpy" crab paste made the bowl of vermicelli noodles taste strong and spoiled the appetite.
Besides comments about the snails and crab soup not being fresh, many customers also agreed that the restaurant was using too many spices and needed to reduce the amount of MSG.
However, it's clear that a bowl of vermicelli soup can't please everyone. Contrary to the above opinion, in the Google Maps reviews, some diners said that the snail and crab vermicelli soup at the restaurant was bland and needed stronger seasoning.
Overall, Thanh Hai's snail and crab noodle soup doesn't suit everyone's taste. The restaurant has a 4.0/5 star rating based on 1,194 Google Maps reviews.
What is the most authentic and flavorful Northern-style snail and crab noodle soup?
However, it's not by chance that the restaurant has remained popular for 40 years in Saigon.
A reader of Tuoi Tre Online wrote: "Decades ago, I often visited this bun rieu (rice noodle soup) stall in a small corner on Ky Dong Street."
"It was always crowded, and the owner was friendly and polite. The snail and crab noodle soup had a rich, unique flavor. Later, the restaurant moved to an alley on Ky Dong Street, and I still occasionally stop by to eat..."
Many diners affirm that the authentic Northern Vietnamese snail noodle soup served in the heart of Saigon like this is excellent - Photo: Provided by the owner.
Huynh Huy Quang wrote on Google Maps: "As someone who loves bun rieu (Vietnamese crab noodle soup) and has visited many restaurants in Saigon, this is probably the place where I find the most authentic bun rieu."
On Facebook, a reader of Tuoi Tre Online wrote: "Honestly, the lingering taste of Northern Vietnamese cuisine is quite strong. It's not overly sweet or salty, nor is it made sour with lime acid or alum."
This authentic Northern-style snail noodle soup has also been recognized by many people in the Google Maps reviews.
But regarding the issue of authentic flavors, reader Hangminh wrote: "Those who seek out authentic dishes in other localities are limiting their own ability to explore culinary delights ."
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/bun-oc-rieu-cua-thanh-hai-dung-chat-dam-vi-bac-nhat-20241120131558225.htm
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