TOP 10 Sapa Restaurants Specializing in Delicious Northwest Specialties Making Waves in 2025

It must be acknowledged that Cuồng Du lịch has traveled to many places but has never seen a small town with as many restaurants as Sapa. They are so close to each other that the first time traveling to Sapa, one might feel overwhelmed trying to choose a restaurant. Before, when first visiting the mountain town, they also looked into Sapa’s specialties such as salmon, carp, beef, buffalo meat, and black chicken. Cuồng Du lịch also researched the specialty restaurants in Sapa, but still felt confused. However, after many trips to Sapa, they are now much more familiar with the area. That’s why Cuồng Du lịch has compiled a list of the 10 best and most delicious restaurants in Sapa to help you when you have the opportunity to visit this Northwestern region.

Specialties in Sapa to Try

As mentioned above, Sapa’s specialties are abundant! Mostly consisting of mountain stream fish and forest meat, prepared with Northwestern techniques and spices, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience.

1. Thắng cố Sapa

When it comes to the famous specialties of Sapa that arouse the most curiosity, it can only be “thắng cố”. You can think of this Sapa specialty as a type of hotpot from the highlands. This is a traditional dish of H’Mong families and is cooked from beef, buffalo meat, and simmered bones, but also includes horse organs with various Sapa vegetables.

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However, this specialty dish from Sapa is quite selective in terms of who enjoys it, as at first glance it has a not very appealing black color, a sweet and fresh taste of wild vegetables, a rich and fatty taste of pork, along with a bitter taste of horse intestines. Those who have tried it once will always remember the feeling of enjoying it in the cold air of Sapa, eating a bowl of this dish with a glass of corn wine, and can only praise its deliciousness.

2. Armpit pig

I don’t know if you’re curious, but here #Blog travel viet will explain. The “lợn cắp nách” is just a piglet, but it’s raised by locals in the garden until it grows big, then it’s taken to the market to be sold, that’s why it’s called “lợn cắp nách”. But let me tell you, this specialty dish from Sapa is really delicious.

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Pork armpit meat, whether roasted or stir-fried, is delicious, with a sweet and crunchy texture. In the style of a #Blog travel viet, this is a specialty of Sapa suitable for everyone, worth a try.

3. Sapa Black Chicken

When I first heard about the specialty dish of black chicken at Sapa restaurant, I thought, “Well, all chickens are the same, maybe this one just got dark from being in the sun a lot in the mountainous region.” But no, this is not a mean chicken like the ones in the lowlands.

Black chicken in Sapa is black from its feathers to its skin, meat, and even bones. According to the locals, the meat of black chicken in Sapa is very nutritious, especially for those who are just recovering from illness, elderly people, or young children. The best way to prepare this specialty of Sapa is to grill it with honey and dip it in a special sauce. You must try it when you visit Sapa.

4. Sapa Salmon

Another specialty of Sapa that you must try is Sapa salmon. When you go to restaurants in Sapa and hear that they have fresh salmon, make sure to order it. Usually, Sapa salmon is raised in freshwater streams, so the meat is always fresh, vibrant, and tempting. Whether you eat it raw in the Japanese sashimi style or grilled, in a salad, or in a hot pot, it’s delicious. Imagine sitting in the chilly Sapa evening, enjoying a hot pot of salmon and biting into a piece of tangy salmon salad. Trust me, it’s irresistible!

5. Sapa Vegetables

In addition to meat and fish, Sapa’s specialties also include vegetables. According to #Blog travel viet, the best ones are the tips of squash, cat’s ear vegetables, or wild arrowroot in Sapa, which are delicious when stir-fried with garlic or boiled and eaten with rice. The vegetables are tender and sweet. However, please note that Sapa’s vegetables vary depending on the season, so if you want to try all the specialties of Sapa’s vegetables, you should visit Sapa multiple times.

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TOP 10 RESTAURANTS IN SAPA

1. Salmon King Restaurant Sapa

Salmon King Restaurant in Sapa specializes in dishes made from fresh and delicious salmon caught directly from the lake. You can enjoy a variety of salmon dishes such as grilled salmon, salmon salad, salmon hotpot, and more. The chefs here are skilled in preparing dishes from this ingredient.… The highlight of the menu at Salmon King is the standard salmon cooking recipe, combined with a strong Northwest seasoning. All ingredients are fresh and guaranteed to be brought directly from the village to the table for diners.

The restaurant is located right in the center of the foggy land of Sapa, bringing a cozy and rustic atmosphere of the local people here. The entire interior architecture uses standard wood and bamboo materials. The high, airy floor, low tables and chairs, and walls adorned with red couplets, surrounded by additional decorations of white orchids create a cheerful atmosphere.

The restaurant has a spacious and airy space, with a beautiful view of the Northwest mountains and forests. This is an ideal place for you to enjoy delicious food with your family and friends.

King Salmon Restaurant Sapa

Address: 015A Le Van Tam, Sa Pa Town, Lao Cai, Vietnam
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM, every day of the week

2. SaPa TV Restaurant

Address: 019 Hoang Van Thu Street, Sa Pa Town, Lao Cai
Opening hours: 09:00 AM – 11:00 PM

If you have researched about Sapa tourism or watched videos about Sapa and Northwestern cuisine, you must have heard of Mr. Hai with the Youtube channel Sapa TV. But what you may not know is that Mr. Hai also owns a restaurant named Sapa TV. Sapa TV Restaurant has been visited by many beloved TV hosts, actors, athletes, and singers, who come to enjoy and give high praise. The restaurant has won the hearts of many celebrities with its luxurious space, delicious and exquisite dishes prepared by professional chefs, along with heartfelt service.

Nhà Hàng Sapa TV is an ideal destination for meals when traveling to Sapa or for special occasions, conferences, or family gatherings whenever you visit SAPA.

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2. Già Bản Restaurant

Address: 421 Dien Bien Phu, Sapa town
Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00
Price range: 120,000 – 200,000 VND

One easy way to recognize Già Bản restaurant is that it is located right next to the only gas station in the bustling town of Sapa on the Điện Biên Phủ road. Did you know that this is considered a famous culinary route because it is home to many delicious restaurants in Sapa?

Talking about the design of the old Ban restaurant, the key is cleanliness – luxury – beauty. Unlike other Sapa restaurants, the old Ban restaurant is a modern 3-story concrete building. One thing Cuong Du lich likes about the old Ban restaurant is that the entire front of the restaurant is made of glass doors to maximize natural light. Although the design features light-colored brick walls, the staircase is blocked by a half wall and some walls are decorated with bamboo tubes to remind guests that they are in Sapa. This is a combination of modernity and the unique mountainous identity that is very impressive.

Speaking of the food at Già Bản restaurant, it is still the specialty of Sapa with a variety of dishes such as pork, horse, native chicken, sturgeon, salmon, etc., and they are processed into many different dishes so there will be many choices. In terms of prices, they range from 250k – 700k depending on the dish, but according to many customers who have tried it, they find it delicious and affordable. Especially, this famous Sapa restaurant can accommodate up to 300 guests, suitable for both group and individual guests.

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3. Quán Thắng Cố A Quỳnh

Address: 15 Thạch Sơn, Sapa, Lào Cai
Opening hours: 07:00 – 22:30
Price: 100,000 – 300,000 VND

If you know that the Northwest is famous for the dish “thắng cố vậy,” then if you have the opportunity to travel to Sapa, visit the thắng cố A Quỳnh restaurant to try it. This is the most famous restaurant in Sapa for this specialty dish. Thắng cố A Quỳnh restaurant is located on Thạch Sơn street behind Sapa park and about 500m from the Stone Church, so it’s very easy to find.

This Sapa restaurant has 3 floors, mostly made of wood. From the walls, ceiling, to the floors of the 2nd and 3rd floors, all are made of wood, even the house columns are covered with wooden tubes. All of this creates a rustic yet cozy Sapa style. And the impressive thing about the A Quynh Sapa restaurant is that you can choose to sit at a table or sit on cushions on the floor, suitable for families with small children as well.

As for the menu, many people misunderstand that the A Quynh restaurant in Sapa only sells stinky tofu, but that’s not true. This Sapa restaurant is famous for its stinky tofu specialty, but it also offers many delicious dishes for you to choose from such as hill chicken, beef, salmon, trout, etc. In general, they have a variety of dishes like soup, stir-fry, and hotpot. The prices range from tens to hundreds of thousands of Vietnamese dong depending on the dish, but overall, the food is delicious and reasonably priced. So, if you have the opportunity to visit Sapa, make sure to stop by this famous Sapa restaurant.

4. Đỗ Quyên Restaurant

Address: 214 Thạch Sơn, Sa Pa, Lào Cai
Opening hours: 08:00 – 22:00
Price range: 100,000đ – 1,000,000đ

Although located on Thach Son Street, Do Quyen restaurant is situated near the sports field in Sapa town, about 1.2km away from the Stone Church. It’s easy to find, just follow Google Maps or ask locals along the way, everyone knows it.

But when you arrive there, you will not be disappointed. Because the space of this Sapa restaurant is extremely luxurious. The architectural style is similar to the Già Bản restaurant, with the entire front facade of each floor made of glass so that it maximizes natural light and offers a view of the city. Inside Đỗ Quyên restaurant, only one color of dark brown wood is used consistently from the tables and chairs to the staircase and ceiling, giving it a slightly classic yet elegant feel. With such a spacious and airy space, besides individual guests and families, Đỗ Quyên restaurant is also very suitable for tour groups visiting Sapa to stop by and have a meal.

As for the food at Đỗ Quyên restaurant, it is similar to other restaurants in Sapa, offering specialties from the Northwest mountains. However, what impresses diners the most is the beautiful presentation of the dishes. Therefore, when dining at Đỗ Quyên Sapa restaurant, guests not only enjoy delicious food but also feast their eyes. In terms of price, the dishes at Đỗ Quyên Sapa restaurant are quite affordable, making it worth a try.

5. Red Dao Restaurant

Address: 4b Thác Bạc, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai
Opening hours: 08:00 – 22:30
Price range: 80,000đ – 220,000đ

Red Dao restaurant is located right in the center of Sapa town, only 300m away from Sapa Stone Church. You just need to walk along Fansipan street until you reach the intersection, then turn into Thac Bac street. Thanks to this convenient location, tourists come to dine at Red Dao Sapa restaurant, especially on weekends. Therefore, it is advisable to arrive early or make a reservation in advance, especially for group bookings.

Not sure if you recognize the name of the Red Dao restaurant, but this is a restaurant built in the style of the Red Dao people’s stilt houses, with the main color being red. Almost the entire restaurant is made of wood, with the walls made of glass to create an airy space for diners. And #Blog travel viet was impressed by this Sapa restaurant with its round and large wooden columns, folding chairs and tables, and a large fireplace in the middle to keep the room warm. For those who enjoy the cool atmosphere of Sapa, they can choose to sit at the tables outside on the veranda. Especially, the staff at Red Dao restaurant wear traditional Red Dao ethnic costumes and are extremely hospitable. Occasionally, while dining, you may hear the staff here perform the khèn and sao, which is very enjoyable to listen to.

Speaking of the menu of this famous Sapa restaurant, it mainly consists of family rice and hotpot, but there are also vegetarian dishes. The prices are quite affordable, with white rice at 30k/portion, vegetable soup around 50k, and various types of fish and meat ranging from 150k to 500k depending on the dish. Red Dao Sapa restaurant can accommodate up to 200 guests, suitable for all group sizes.

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6. Chợ Quê Quán Restaurant

Address: 45 Xuân Viên, Sapa town
Opening hours: 09:00 – 23:00

Next, to change the atmosphere for you, Cuồng Du Lịch will introduce a famous Sapa restaurant with the best pizza in town. This famous Sapa restaurant is located on Xuân Viên street, which is also the busiest culinary street in Sapa town. Chợ Quê Quán restaurant is only 350m away from the Stone Church, so it’s very convenient to get there.

And the first impressive thing when you come to this Sapa restaurant is the decoration style with many lanterns like a miniature Hoi An. The Quen Quan market restaurant in Sapa has 3 floors, but floors 1 and 2 are used as a restaurant while floor 3 is a café. The restaurant’s layout is narrow but deep, with 2 rows of tables on both sides along the walls and a walkway in the middle, still spacious, clean, and able to serve groups of under 70 guests.

Speaking of the menu of this famous Sapa restaurant, it’s quite interesting. Many people might think that a restaurant with the name Sapa would specialize only in traditional Vietnamese dishes, but that’s not the case. In addition to traditional dishes like other Sapa restaurants, Chọ Quê Quán also offers pizza, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, etc. Among them, the beef pizza has been voted as one of the top choices. In terms of prices, the dishes at Chợ Quê Quán are slightly higher than other Sapa restaurants, with the lowest dish starting at 200k VND, and the small size pizza at 165k VND, and the large size at 205k VND. So, you should consider this, and for pizza specifically, they offer delivery within the town, so if you’re feeling lazy, you can contact them to place an order.

7. Viet Deli Restaurant

Address

Branch 1: 01 Lê Văn Tám, Sapa town
Branch 2: 06 Thủ Dầu Một, Sapa town

This is one of the few restaurants in Sapa with multiple branches, which is enough to show the support of diners for this famous Sapa restaurant, right? Although Viet Deli Sapa branch 1 is similar to other Sapa restaurants, in this section, #Blog travel viet will introduce branch 2. Branch 2 of Viet Deli Sapa restaurant is located about 550m from the Stone Church, near the emerald lake in Sapa, so it is quite easy to find.

In terms of design, this Sapa restaurant is built in a modern concrete style but still combines with the Northwest style. The impressive point for diners is the wall paintings depicting the patterns of ethnic groups, the ceiling decorated with wooden beams, creating a cozy and very Sapa-like atmosphere. Especially on the 3rd floor of the restaurant, there is a stage where guests can enjoy music performances or hold gala dinners for group events. On weekends, the Viet Deli Sapa restaurant hosts a lively performance by a group of H’Mong people.

As for the food at Viet Deli restaurant branch 2, besides the specialty dishes of the Northwest, the standout is still the first hotpot buffet in Sapa. For 69k, you get free hotpot broth and various vegetables, while the seafood and meat are ordered separately. The prices of the dishes range from tens to hundreds, which is reasonable. So if you have the chance, give it a try!

8. Sapa Memory Restaurant – Inside SunPlaza

Address: 2nd Floor, Sun Plaza – No. 01 Fansipan, Sapa

If you are looking for a more luxurious and peaceful space to enjoy Sapa’s specialties, then head to Sapa Memory restaurant. This restaurant doesn’t have a sign, so just go to the Sun Plaza center and go up to the 2nd floor, you will see it. What a prime location, right! Because Sapa Memory restaurant is located right in the busiest commercial center of the town, who wouldn’t think that eating there is very special. But the truth is not that great, my friend.

Firstly, talking about the design, there is nothing to complain about. It’s still made of wood, it’s still a lamp, but much more luxurious, much more beautiful. Especially if you travel to Sapa in a group, the restaurant still has private rooms where you can sit on cushions like in Korea, but due to the decoration and patterns on the cushions, along with the staff wearing ethnic costumes, you still feel like you are in Sapa.

As for the menu, Sapa Memory restaurant specializes in serving both European and Vietnamese dishes, so you can freely choose. European dishes include Italian pasta, soup, hamburgers, priced from 90k – 110k per serving. Vietnamese dishes still feature Sapa specialties such as beef, horse meat, hill chicken, local pork, salmon, sturgeon, etc., so you have plenty of options. In terms of prices, they are similar to other restaurants in Sapa, so feel free to enjoy your meal.

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9. Love Market Restaurant

Address: 22 Ngũ Chỉ Sơn, Sapa town, Lao Cai
Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00
Reservation hotline: 088 8993773

If you are looking for a restaurant in Sapa to enjoy authentic Northwest dishes right in the center of Sapa town, but also love the peaceful, quiet atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle, then Love Market Restaurant – located at 22 Ngũ Chỉ Sơn is the number one choice.

The restaurant menu is very diverse, especially famous for its specialties such as: Salmon with lemongrass and chili, Longjing tea fried salmon, Tomyum sauce sturgeon, Black chicken with pumpkin, Horse steamed bath, Horse with coffee sauce…

It is known that the restaurant has its own farm to raise sturgeon and salmon to provide customers with fresh, delicious, safe, and pure ingredients.

Another plus point is the very spacious restaurant with 3 separate floors, accommodating up to 350 guests, with ample parking space, very suitable for families and large groups.The restaurant space is imbued with local culture with dreamy check-in corners, a very chill view overlooking Sapa Lake. Especially, every Saturday night there will be a cultural program reenacting the Sapa Love Market to honor the local cultural values.

So if you have the opportunity to visit Sapa, don’t forget to visit Chợ tình Quán to experience it.

10. Minh Tâm Restaurant in Sapa

Address: 09 Fansipan – Sapa – Lào Cai
Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Minh Tam restaurant is located opposite Sun Plaza, so it is very easy to spot and is frequented by many tourists visiting Sapa, especially group tourists.

This famous restaurant in Sapa also impresses guests with its construction entirely made of bricks, without plastering, the floor is tiled with red bricks, and the walls are lined with wood, giving an overall clean feeling. In addition, Minh Tam Sapa restaurant also wins the hearts of diners with the decoration of hanging lanterns in traditional conical hats, creating a familiar and cozy atmosphere of Vietnamese countryside.

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