TOP 6 restaurants selling Herring salad – Famous specialty on Ngoc Island

Phu Quoc herring salad has long been a symbolic dish of Phu Quoc island, symbolizing coastal culture with its unique delicious flavor. If herring salad is delicious, it must be seasoned with Phu Quoc fish sauce, peanuts and must be drunk with sim wine. So, if you have the opportunity to travel to Phu Quoc, which Phu Quoc restaurant sells delicious herring salad and can fully meet the accompanying requirements?

In the article below, let’s join Rooty Trip to learn about the 6 places that sell the best Phu Quoc herring salad, along with the origin and how to enjoy the famous herring salad of Pearl Island.

1. What is Phu Quoc herring salad?

Herring salad is a popular dish in Phu Quoc

Herring salad is a specialty of Phu Quoc, a simple but extremely harmonious combination of fresh herring fillet with other ingredients such as thinly sliced ​​onions, grated coconut, shredded carrots, and peanuts. roasted, fried garlic, chili, coriander… In addition, it is impossible not to mention the sour, sweet, rich taste mixed with the characteristic guava flavor of the dipping sauce.

Phu Quoc herring salad is cool with delicious flavor, exploding taste buds, especially suitable to enjoy on hot days. This is a must-try dish when visitors have the opportunity to visit this island.

Although this is a favorite dish of many diners, some people who eat Phu Quoc herring salad for the first time often feel nervous and apprehensive about enjoying raw fish.In fact, raw herring meat is rich in omega 3, so you only need to prepare it cleanly to enjoy it safely and deliciously.

The biggest herring fishing season of the year for Phu Quoc islanders is July and August. However, no matter what time you come, you will have the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful dish.

Top 6 places to enjoy the most delicious Phu Quoc herring salad

1. Hello Phu Quoc Restaurant

Herring salad at Hello Phu Quoc Restaurant

• Address: 66 Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
• Price: 200,000 VND/plate
• Rating: 3.9/5 (3,605 reviews)

With a view close to the sea, Hello Restaurant offers a unique experience of enjoying herring salad combined with wine. The dishes here are made from fresh ingredients, creating a harmonious flavor. The restaurant is suitable for romantic dates or family gatherings.

2. Vietnamese Restaurant Phu Quoc

Herring salad at Phu Quoc Vietnamese Restaurant – Seafood

• Address: 24 Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
• Price: 100,000 – 130,000 VND/plate
• Rating: 4.0/5 (497 reviews)

Quan Viet is famous for its unique way of preparing herring salad, using grated coconut instead of conventional ingredients. The space is near the sea and the price is reasonable, very suitable for those who love rustic food.

3. Ra Khoi Restaurant

Herring salad at Ra Khoi Restaurant

• Address: 131 Street 30/4, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
• Price: 60,000 – 600,000 VND/plate
• Rating: 4.1/5 (3,332 reviews)

This long-standing restaurant is famous for its rare herring salad with lemon, preserving the fresh flavor of the fish. Airy space, affordable price, suitable for large groups.

4. Trung Duong Marina Restaurant

Herring salad at Trung Duong Marina Restaurant

•  Address: 136 Street 30/4, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
• Price: From 200,000 VND/plate
• Rating: 3.8/5 (485 reviews)

The restaurant has a luxurious space, serving herring salad with signature dipping sauce. Suitable for meetings with partners or diners who require high sophistication in dishes.

5. Oc Restaurant 343

Herring salad at Oc 343

• Address: 343 Street 30/4, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
• Price: From 150,000 VND/plate
• Rating: 3.7/5 (208 reviews)

Oc 343 Restaurant prepares easy-to-eat herring salad, suitable for people trying this dish for the first time. A special feature is that the salad is served with small shrimp, creating a strange flavor.

6. Trau Ngon Restaurant

Herring salad at Trau Ngon Restaurant

• Address: 4 Street 30/4, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc.
• Price: From 100,000 VND/plate
• Rating: 3.6/5 (707 reviews)

The restaurant serves Phu Quoc standard herring salad, beautifully presented, and uniquely prepared with dipping sauce. Spacious space, convenient for guests traveling by car.

How to make herring salad at home

You can make your own herring salad at home with these simple steps:

• Prepare ingredients: Fresh herring, raw vegetables, grated coconut, onions, garlic, chili, peanuts.
• Prepare fish: Soak fish meat with lemon and salt to remove fishy smell, then wash.
• Mix salad: Combine fish with ingredients, mix gently and present on a plate.
• Dipping sauce: Mix garlic, chili, sugar, fish sauce, and lemon to create a sweet, salty, and sour taste.

Be careful when eating herring salad

• People who are allergic to seafood or have a weak digestive system should limit eating raw fish salad.
• If you can’t eat raw fish, you can try cooked herring salad, herring cakes, or braised herring.

Coming to Phu Quoc and skipping Phu Quoc herring salad, you will definitely regret the whole trip. Don’t worry because the fish has been cooked lightly with lemon, it’s not as fishy as you think. Now, are you ready to explore Phu Quoc with Rooty Trip? If you’re ready, the 6 addresses above will definitely not disappoint you! Wishing you a happy trip to Phu Quoc Pearl Island. You can learn more about Phu Quoc tours at Rooty Trip. Thank you very much!

Coming to Phu Quoc and skipping Phu Quoc herring salad, you will definitely regret the whole trip. Don’t worry because the fish has been cooked lightly with lemon, it’s not as fishy as you think. Come on, you’re ready

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