Ninh Binh City is known for its stunning natural settings and somber temples, as well as its delicious food. This post will provide you with a selection of delicious eateries in Ninh Binh that you must try during your stay.

1. Trung Tuyet Restaurant

Always ranked among the best recommendations on Tripadvisor and Lonely Planet, this restaurant will satisfy your craving for Vietnamese cuisine. Trung Tuyet Restaurant offers typical Vietnamese dishes such as Rice Crust, Grilled Meat, Asian Egg Soup, Bánh mì, Salads, Phở, etc., and is certainly suitable for vegetarians.

Although it is a small-scale restaurant, Trung Tuyet receives a lot of love and trust from visitors thanks to its quality cuisine and attentive staff. It's certainly good value for money and a great choice for someone taking a family tripto Vietnam.

Address: 14 Hoang Hoa Tham, Trung Son, Thanh Binh, Ninh Binh
Phone: +84 949 358 885
Opening hours: 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

2. Chookie’s Beer Garden

Chookie's serves delicious Vietnamese and Western dishes, however, this restaurant specializes in the latter. The restaurant located in Hoa Lu offers a large selection of pizzas, all delicious and unique. There are also plenty of other menu items to choose from, so there's something for everyone. The staff speaks English and will be happy to have a conversation with you and help you with anything you need.

Address: Tam Coc Road, Ninh Hai, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh.
Phone: +84 96 294 29 61
Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

3. Minh Toan Restaurant Father Cooking

This family restaurant located near the Tam Coc Wharf serves impressive homemade Vietnamese cuisine at very reasonable prices in a friendly space. The restaurant can get quite busy since it's located near the wharf, but the friendly service makes up for it.

Minh Toan Restaurant Father Cooking is open every day of the week and is happy to accommodate families as well as large groups. There is Wi-Fi and outdoor tables and it is wheelchair accessible. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available.

Address: Tam Coc Bich Dong, Ninh Hai, Ninh Binh.
Phone: +84 384 167 388
Opening hours: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

4. Bamboo Bar & Restaurant

Bamboo Bar & Restaurant, located a short walk from Tam Coc Wharf in a picturesque space, has an intimate ambiance with ivy growing on the walls and large windows letting in plenty of natural light. The menu features Vietnamese dishes such as Bánh mì and local specialties including grilled goat meat, as well as Western dishes such as burgers and steaks. You can also choose from a selection of beers, wines, and cocktails.

Bamboo Bar & Restaurant in Tam Coc is open every day of the week. English and French-speaking staff are available. Diners can sit outside and enjoy a full range of alcohol, Wi-Fi, and wheelchair access.

Address: Van Lam, Tam Coc, Ninh Binh
Phone: +84 986 350 433
Opening hours: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

5. Ngon Vegan Restaurant

Many tourists are delighted to find this completely vegan restaurant in Ninh Binh. Ngon Vegan Restaurant serves a variety of Vietnamese dishes, such as spring rolls and noodle dishes, as well as other vegan dishes like vegetarian sushi, pancakes, smoothies, and juices.

Each dish is prepared using the freshest ingredients carefully chosen from well-known suppliers, giving them an appealing appearance and taste. The visually appealing, excellent, and nutritious dishes offered at this restaurant are changed daily to provide customers with varied options and avoid monotony. The dishes are so good that the restaurant attracts and satisfies even non-vegans.

Address: Tam Coc Road, Ninh Hai, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh
Phone: +84 338 348 063
Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

6. Thang Long Restaurant

Located in Trang An, Thang Long Restaurant has an intimate rural architecture with large open spaces that give diners a calming atmosphere.

The famous dishes that make this restaurant stand out are dishes made with mountain goats. The restaurant uses fresh goat meat and seasons it differently to create a distinct flavor for each dish. Don't miss tasting the restaurant's succulent rice crust. The friendly staff and attentive service are also a big plus, making the restaurant more appealing to diners than many goat meat restaurants.

Address: Bai Dinh – Trang An, Truong Yen, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh
Phone: +84 975 155 458
Opening hours: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

7. Tam Gia Trang Restaurant

The first impression Tam Gia Trang Restaurant makes is its spacious two-story space designed in Chinese style. Dishes at Tam Gia Trang are made from fresh ingredients, carefully prepared, and beautifully seasoned by experienced chefs.

However, a small drawback to the restaurant is that serving the dishes takes a while.

Address: 35 Trang An Street 2, Tan Trung, Tan Thanh, Ninh Binh.
Phone: +84 98 200 24 66
Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

8. Mrs. Phan’s Restaurant

Ninh Binh is also very famous for Miến lươn (eel vermicelli soup), the most famous and typical of which is Mrs. Phan's Miến lươn. Tourists can come to this restaurant to try amazing vermicelli right in the city center of Ninh Binh. This restaurant has been known throughout the former capital since the 1960s and still retains its traditional character intact today.

In addition to using fresh eel for cooking, this restaurant's vermicelli soup is particularly famous in broth, which makes the restaurant a must-visit when visitors come to Ninh Binh, especially foodies.

Address: 995 Tran Hung Dao Street, Ninh Binh
Opening hours: 5:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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