Eating breakfast out is a small expense, but you pay it every day, so picking the right places adds up to real savings. This post explains how to find affordable breakfast places that charge fair prices, rather than giving you a list that will soon go out of date.
How to find a place
- Choose places that are busy with local customers early in the morning. That is usually a sign the food is good and the price is fair.
- Look for a clearly posted price board; if there is none, ask the price before you order.
- Avoid places right next to tourist spots, where prices are usually higher.
- Ask your neighbours or your landlord. They usually know the regular places in the area.
Common breakfast dishes
In Da Nang you will easily find bánh mì, xôi (sticky rice), bún (rice noodle soup), mì Quảng, bánh cuốn (steamed rice rolls), bánh xèo (crispy pancakes) and cháo (rice porridge). Each dish has a different price and keeps you full for a different length of time, so try a few places to see which dishes fit your budget.
Ways to save
- Eat breakfast near home so you do not spend extra on transport.
- Alternate between filling dishes and lighter ones to keep your average spending down.
- Make your own breakfast a few days a week; see the monthly cost of living.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I eat breakfast when I first arrive?
Start with the places near home, then widen out to the market and the residential streets around it.
How can I tell if a place is overcharging me?
Ask the price first, compare with the place next door, and prefer places with a clear price board.
A list of specific places and real prices will be added once we have checked them ourselves, with the date clearly noted.