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Vietnamese restaurant in Da Nang, Hoi An, Da Nang
What should I order at Cafe 43?
What to order
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Cao Lau
Mentioned repeatedly as one of the best dishes here, with reviewers calling it the best Cao Lau they had in Vietnam and praising its excellent flavor and value.
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White Rose
Frequently recommended as a Hoi An specialty that guests loved for its taste and as part of the restaurant’s standout local dishes.
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Passion Fruit Tofu
Praised multiple times for its tangy-sweet sauce and memorable flavor, with several reviewers specifically calling it a favorite.
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Chicken Banh Mi
Recommended for being delicious and satisfying, with reviewers highlighting it as a standout meal alongside other well-liked dishes.
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Spring Rolls
Often ordered and positively reviewed for being fresh and tasty, including both regular spring rolls and chicken spring rolls from the cooking class.
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Sweet and Sour Chicken
Recommended from the cooking class and praised for its fresh, tasty take on the dish.
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Chicken with Lemongrass and Chilli
Highlighted as amazing and flavorful, with reviewers calling it one of the best dishes they had at the restaurant.
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Papaya Salad
Mentioned several times as delicious, fresh, and filling, making it a well-liked side or lighter dish.
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Fried Noodle Dishes
Recommended as very good and worth trying, with reviewers saying they shouldn’t be overlooked.
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Mushrooms Steamed in Banana Leaves
Specifically called excellent by a reviewer, standing out as a memorable and well-executed dish.
Details
About Cafe 43
Cafe 43 is a Vietnamese restaurant, brewpub, and rice restaurant in Da Nang, Hoi An, Da Nang. Reviewers consistently praise the cao lau, home brewed beer, and the cooking class, along with dishes like stuffed squid, chicken curry, and pork in clay pot. The food is often described as fresh, reasonably priced, and especially strong for Hoi An regional dishes, with several reviewers noting good vegetarian and vegan options. The setting includes outdoor seating and a quieter alley location that many guests found calm and welcoming.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Cafe 43 known for?
Cafe 43 is best known for cao lau, which multiple reviewers call one of the standout dishes here. Guests also repeatedly mention the cooking class and the home brewed beer, especially the dark beer and cold draft served with meals.
What dishes are most recommended at Cafe 43?
Reviewers most often recommend cao lau, stuffed squid, chicken curry, pork in clay pot, and the tofu with passion fruit sauce. Other frequently praised plates include white rose, fried rice, papaya salad, and chicken with lemongrass and chili, with several people saying the Hoi An regional dishes are especially strong.
What is the atmosphere like at Cafe 43?
The atmosphere is described as calm, welcoming, and a little quieter than the main tourist streets because it sits in an alley. It works well for relaxed meals, solo coffee or work time, and groups or mixed-diet friends since reviewers mention plenty of seating and many vegan and vegetarian choices.
Is Cafe 43 good value, and what is the price range?
Cafe 43 is in the ₫100-200K range, and reviewers often say the prices are reasonable or very good value for the quality. Some note it is slightly higher than a typical Vietnamese spot, but still cheap for tourists, with meals like a full spread coming in around 253,000 dong and dishes often around 50K each.
Is the cooking class at Cafe 43 worth doing?
Yes, many reviewers say the cooking class is a highlight, especially because you choose the dishes and get step-by-step guidance for about 2 hours. It is described as inexpensive at 150K per person plus the cost of the menu dishes, and people like that it covers local Hoi An dishes they can then eat afterward.
Is parking available at Cafe 43?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Cafe 43 have vegetarian options?
Yes, Cafe 43 offers vegan options.
