Michelin stars recommend 3 must-try Quang noodle restaurants in Da Nang

A blend of rich flavors and colorful ingredients, Quang noodles is a signature dish of Quang Nam and Da Nang.

Forget pho for a moment; it's time for an adventure and to discover more delicious Vietnamese cuisine. This time, the Michelin Guide takes travelers to the coastal city of Da Nang, nestled amidst lush forests and brimming with rich culture, to savor a fragrant, golden bowl of Quang noodles.

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The name "Quang noodles" says it all, clearly indicating that this noodle dish originates from Quang Nam province, which was once part of the same province as Da Nang (Quang Nam - Da Nang). But exactly how did this golden-yellow noodle dish come into existence?

Quang noodles are not just a dish; they are a cultural icon. Served at family gatherings, ancestral commemorations, and Lunar New Year celebrations, this fragrant bowl of noodles has become one of the region's most beloved dishes. In Da Nang , people can enjoy Quang noodles for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or at any time of day.

The story of Quang noodles begins in Quang Nam province, home to the strategically important port city of Hoi An, which in the 16th century was a bustling trading hub connecting Vietnam with China and Japan. Chinese merchants arrived at the port and settled near Hoi An, bringing with them their culinary traditions, including egg noodles. Local people adapted these Chinese dishes to create Quang noodles: a distinctly Vietnamese noodle dish.

The word "noodles" originally referred to egg noodles, although Quang noodles developed from rice flour, a local staple food. By then, the name had become deeply ingrained in the region's culinary vocabulary, persisting despite the change in ingredients.

The noodle dish is served with ingredients such as shrimp, pork, chicken, or even fish or beef, all simmered in a turmeric-flavored broth. It's topped with fresh herbs, banana blossoms, peanuts, and grilled rice crackers, and finished with lime, chili, and optional toppings like quail eggs or pork cracklings. Some recipes even incorporate turmeric powder into the rice noodles, giving them a vibrant yellow color.

Many restaurants serve this signature dish in Da Nang, but here are some of the Michelin-starred Quang noodle restaurants that visitors absolutely must try.

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Quang Noodles 1A

Michelin recommends this place to try Quang noodles. Enjoy the noodles in a golden broth, infused with fish sauce and turmeric, topped with peanuts and bean sprouts. Choose between pork and shrimp or chicken, with or without a boiled egg. Select "special" to enjoy all ingredient options.

Hong Van Jellyfish Quang Noodles

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This unassuming spot, open from 6 am to 1 pm, attracts a large number of locals seeking out Quang noodles. The rich, warm, reddish-orange broth, infused with shrimp, serves as the heart of the dish. From there, options include quail eggs, pork, shrimp, meatballs, and even jellyfish, each contributing a unique texture to the bowl of noodles.

Nu Do Kitchen

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The menu features four variations of turmeric noodles, each served in traditional bamboo baskets, just like in the old days, with broths designed to bring out the best in each key ingredient. Michelin recommends not missing the snakehead fish variant with its rich turmeric aroma. Tucked away under the shade of trees and surrounded by lush greenery, this is the perfect place to enjoy a classic, relaxed atmosphere...

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