Part of the busy Nguyen Trai Street food row, this stall specializes in banh canh cua, a comforting soup of thick, chewy tapioca noodles in a rich broth built from crab and pork, topped with quail eggs and fried shallots. It's a good stop for travelers exploring the Nguyen Trai street-food scene, which comes alive in the afternoon and evening with dozens of small specialist stalls similar to this one.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM daily |
| Dress code | Casual |
| Reservations | no |
| Address | 66 Nguyen Trai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City |
Signature dishes
- Banh canh cua (thick tapioca noodle soup with crab)
Good to know
- Known for
- Thick, chewy tapioca noodles in a rich crab and pork broth
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Location
66 Nguyen Trai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
10.7691, 106.6893 View on map
Highlights
- Specialist crab noodle soup stall
- Part of the lively Nguyen Trai street-food row
- Rich, well-balanced broth
- Affordable and quick
Tips for visiting
- Visit in the afternoon or evening when the Nguyen Trai food row is most active
- Pair with a stop at a neighboring stall for che dessert afterward
When to visit
Late afternoon to evening.
Accessibility
Street-level stall seating on plastic stools; not wheelchair accessible.
Frequently asked questions
What is banh canh cua?
A Vietnamese soup made with thick tapioca noodles in a crab-and-pork broth.
Is this a sit-down restaurant?
It's a casual street-stall setup with plastic stools, typical of the Nguyen Trai food row.