7 Great Restaurants on Phu Quoc Island

On the Rocks Restaurant at Mango Bay Resort is an all-day dining venue overlooking Ong Lang Beach, where travellers can enjoy a diverse range of authentic Vietnamese, Asian and western favourites. Fitted with plush sofas, a must-try is the Phu Quoc Mackerel that comprises locally-sourced mackerel poached in soybean and shiitake broth, served with bok choy and ginger rice.

Great for sharing is the Ying-Yang Basket, which consists of fresh spring rolls, coconut shrimps, beef la lot, and banana blossom salad. On the Rocks Restaurant also offers an extensive wine list at all times, as well as fresh fruit juices and tropical cocktails.

Khanh Ly Vegetarian Restaurant is an affordable eatery with an extensive buffet of vegetables, soups, noodles, and mock meat dishes. Located near Cao Dai Temple in Duong Dong, this self-service dining spot attracts mostly locals and travellers looking to enjoy meat-free Vietnamese cuisine during their holiday on Phu Quoc Island.

Be warned, there’s no menu available here – things work a little differently. Staff will hand you a plate of rice and you can top it with as many side dishes as you want before paying for your meal.

The Pepper Tree at La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc - MGallery occupies an all-white terrace with stunning views of the beach and garden. It’s where affluent travellers can enjoy premium wines and fine-dining cuisine by award-winning chefs.

Ideal for romantic dinners, this upmarket dining venue is fitted with French colonial decor with subtle jazz tunes playing in the background. The menu comprises French and Vietnamese fare. We highly recommend starting with the pumpkin soup and tuna tartare, followed by lobster ravioli, duck breast, or slow-cooked lamb shank.

Winston’s Burgers & Beer attracts a steady clientele of expatriates and tourists on Phu Quoc Island. It offers an extensive range of generously-sized beef and chicken burgers, imported beers and ciders, as well as potent cocktails.

Set within Duong Dong, this lively bistro is divided into a spacious bar section and a garden courtyard surrounded by palm trees. Winston’s Burgers & Beer’s burgers include the Terminator, a must-try for meat lovers with a hefty appetite. It comprises a trio of 150-gram Australian beef or chicken patties, 3 cheese slices, bacon, and special sauce sandwiched between 2 homemade buns.

Vuon Tao Restaurant is a rustic seafood joint on Phu Quoc Island that’s renowned for its goi ca trich or raw herring salad. Served with a side of fresh greens and guoc nam sauce, this local dish combines fresh herring, lemon juice, chillies, onions, sliced vegetables, and shredded coconut wrapped in rice paper.

Vuon Tao Restaurant also produces its own ruou sim, a local alcoholic beverage that’s made with the fruit of the rose myrtle tree. Located opposite Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc, this open-air restaurant is a good choice for travellers looking to enjoy a light lunch before exploring Phu Quoc Island.

La Café Deli is a cosy coffee shop along Tran Hung Dao Street, serving a wide range of western cuisine, fruit smoothies and coffee. Fitted with air-conditioning, repurposed furnishing, quaint antiques and vinyl and plush cushions, it’s a popular spot for visitors to unwind after a day at the beach or sightseeing around Phu Quoc Island.

The food menu ranges from sandwiches and salads to pasta and burgers. It serves fresh tropical fruit juices and you can ask to have a shot of rum into your juice as well.

Buddy Ice Cream & Info Café is one of the oldest dining venues on Phu Quoc Island. Open daily, it attracts travellers looking to escape the heat with some delicious ice cream, iced teas, milkshakes. Service here is also warm and friendly, with its staff more than happy to offer tips on what to do on the island. 

If you're visiting in the morning, try some of Buddy Ice Cream's simple breakfast options – their toasted Vegemite and cheese sandwiches are highly popular.