Culinary Delights: Where to Eat

Rach Gia is a seafood paradise. Don’t miss the local specialties!

• For Fresh Seafood:
  • Quán Ốc 335 (Snail Restaurant 335): A local favorite for all kinds of shellfish and seafood, prepared in various delicious styles. Address: 335 Lâm Quang Ky, Vĩnh Lạc, Rạch Giá.
  • Restaurants along Đường 3/2: The entire 3/2 Street in the new urban area is lined with seafood restaurants offering fresh catches of the day with beautiful seaside views in the evening. Just pick one that looks busy!
• Must-Try Local Dishes:
  • Bún Cá Kiên Giang (Kien Giang Fish Noodle Soup): The city’s signature dish. A savory broth with fresh fish, shrimp, and herbs.
    • Recommendation: Bún Cá Út Lượm, 42 Nguyễn Công Trứ, Vĩnh Thanh, Rạch Giá.
  • Gỏi Cá Trích (Herring Salad): Fresh herring fillets mixed with onion, coconut, and herbs, wrapped in rice paper with fresh vegetables. A true taste of the region.
• Cafes with a View:
  • Sophia Coffee: A popular, modern cafe in the seaside urban area. Perfect for enjoying Vietnamese coffee with a sea breeze.

Sightseeing & Attractions: What to Visit

• Nguyễn Trung Trực Temple: A beautiful and revered temple dedicated to a national hero who fought against the French. It’s an important cultural and historical site in the heart of the city.
• Khu Đô Thị Lấn Biển (The Sea Reclamation Urban Area): This is the modern face of Rach Gia. It’s the best place for an evening stroll, dining, and enjoying the sunset over the West Sea. Many of the recommended hotels and cafes are here.
• Day Trip to Phú Quốc or Nam Du Island: If you have an extra day or two after the conference, Rach Gia is the main departure point for high-speed ferries to these stunning islands. Tickets can be booked online (e.g., Phu Quoc Express, Superdong) or at the pier.