While traveling in Da Nang, I was looking for a simple place to eat near Meliá Vinpearl Danang Riverfront Hotel, and I stumbled upon a quiet local restaurant called ‘Bun Bo’.
Rather than always chasing famous restaurants while traveling, I thought,
“Isn’t it also meaningful to try a meal at an ordinary local place?”
With that mindset, I decided to give it a try.
To be honest, instead of saying, “Wow, I’d love to come back!”,
it felt more like, “Ah, so this is what a real neighborhood eatery is like. It was nice for a one-time experience.”
📍 Location: Near Meliá Vinpearl Danang Riverfront Hotel
💰 Price range: Around 2,000–3,000 KRW per person (~$1.5–2.5)
🔎 Perfect for a light and casual local experience
A Quiet Local Spot for a Simple Meal Near Meliá Vinpearl Danang Riverfront
This restaurant is about a 10 to 15-minute walk from Meliá Vinpearl Danang Riverfront Hotel.
There’s no flashy signboard or fancy interior—just a place that looks like locals would frequent.
From the outside to the inside, it had a humble and unpretentious vibe.
Inside, I saw local families and solo diners, mostly young men.
There was nothing touristy about the atmosphere—instead, it felt like I had stepped into the rhythm of everyday local life.
More Affordable Than Tourist Spots, With a Truly Local Vibe
The most striking part was the price.
I ordered a bowl of Bun Bo (beef noodle soup) for 30,000 VND,
which is roughly 1,600 KRW or just over $1—
less than half the price of a meal at a tourist-focused restaurant.
The food itself was decent.
The broth was clean, the amount of beef was reasonable, and the rice noodles were nicely cooked.
Overall, it felt like a simple, familiar bowl of noodles.
It wasn’t anything impressive, but it was also a no-pressure kind of meal.
Especially when you’re tired of heavy or overly flavorful dishes during your trip,
a plain and comforting meal like this can be surprisingly soothing.
Fresh Lemonade? More Tangy Than Sweet
One thing that stood out unexpectedly was the lemonade.
I was curious about the “Fresh Lemonade” on the menu, so I ordered it.
It turned out to be a true homemade drink, made with just fresh lemon juice, sugar, and water.
The flavor? More tangy and sharp than sweet—
the kind that makes your mouth pucker just a little 😅
But in a good way—it felt more like a homemade drink with character,
rather than something mass-produced or overly refined.
Great for Solo Diners, No Pressure Environment
‘Bun Bo’ is actually a good spot for solo travelers.
Although the tables were a bit tightly spaced,
the overall atmosphere was quiet, and the owner was kind without being overbearing—
so it felt comfortable and low-pressure.
The food also came out quickly,
so if you’re just looking for a quick and easy meal during your Da Nang trip,
this is a good option to consider.
Not a Must-Visit, But a Worthwhile Local Experience
If you’re thinking,
“I want to try a real local meal like the locals do in Da Nang,”
or
“I’d like to experience an authentic local vibe at least once,”
then this could be a pretty decent choice for you.
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