Breakfast FoodCentral Vietnam SpecialtyNoodle Bowl

    Hoi An Quang Noodles

    Mì Quảng Hội An

    4.6₫25k-55kBest in the morning or at lunch. Street stalls often sell out by early afternoon.
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    Overview

    Hoi An's version of the Central Vietnamese turmeric noodle dish — lighter broth, richer toppings than Da Nang

    Mì Quảng is the defining noodle of Quảng Nam province, and Hoi An has its own beloved interpretation of this iconic dish. Wide, flat rice noodles are stained golden-yellow with turmeric and served with only a small ladleful of intensely rich broth — just enough to coat the noodles rather than submerge them. The Hoi An version typically features both shrimp and pork (and sometimes chicken or quail eggs), topped with roasted peanuts, crushed sesame crackers (bánh tráng), and an abundant pile of fresh herbs and raw vegetables. The flavors are bold yet light — the broth is deeply savory from shrimp paste and pork bones but never heavy. Unlike the Da Nang version which leans saltier and spicier, Hoi An's mì Quảng tends to be gentler and slightly sweeter, making it accessible to international visitors while remaining a daily staple for locals.
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    What's in it

    • wide flat turmeric rice noodles
    • shrimp
    • pork belly
    • quail eggs
    • shrimp paste-pork bone broth
    • roasted peanuts
    • sesame rice crackers
    • fresh herbs
    • bean sprouts
    • spring onions
    • annatto oil
    When to eat

    Best moments to enjoy it

    BreakfastLunch

    Best in the morning or at lunch. Street stalls often sell out by early afternoon.

    The story

    Origin & history

    Mì Quảng originated in Quảng Nam province and is closely intertwined with the history of Hoi An as the province's most important city. The dish reflects Central Vietnam's cooking logic: maximum flavor, minimal waste, with the small amount of intensely reduced broth eliminating the need for large quantities of stock. In Hoi An, the dish has been refined over generations by street vendors and market cooks, and today it anchors the morning food culture of the ancient town alongside cơm gà and cao lầu.

    At the stall

    How to order & pay

    Ordering

    Ask for thêm rau (more vegetables) or thêm đậu phộng (more peanuts). Mix everything together before eating — the crackers soften as they absorb broth. Squeeze lime juice over the top.

    Paying

    Cash only at traditional stalls. Very affordable — ₫25k-40k at local spots.

    Good to know

    Allergens, nutrition & health

    Allergens

    Contains shrimp/shellfish, pork, peanuts, sesame; shrimp paste; fish sauce

    Nutrition & benefits

    Protein from shrimp and pork, anti-inflammatory turmeric, fiber and vitamins from fresh herb plate

    Health notes

    Fully cooked. Safe for most. Shrimp paste is present in broth — avoid if severe shellfish allergy.

    Where to eat it

    Best spots in Hoi An

    • Mr. Hai Noodles

      Mì Quảng Ông Hai

      4.5

      6A Trương Minh Lượng, Hội An, Đà Nẵng 560000, Vietnam

      Hours
      8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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    • Quán Mười Mì Quảng Cao Lầu Hội An

      4.6

      80 Hải Thượng Lãn Ông, Hội An Tây, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam

      Hours
      6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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