Where is the best place to eat snails in Ninh Binh?

Mountain snails in Ninh Binh are a famous specialty of the ancient capital region, beloved by many for their delicious and unique flavor.
 

The mountain snails of Ninh Binh have a shape quite similar to apple snails, but slightly larger, about the size of two fingers. Their shells are milky white, with a wide opening. This makes them visually appealing and stimulates the taste buds of diners.

Mountain snails typically inhabit limestone caves, feeding on forest leaves and medicinal plants. Consequently, their meat has a fragrant, sweet taste, with a chewy texture, particularly infused with the aroma of medicinal herbs. Mountain snails are rich in protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals, thus providing significant nutritional value, aiding in body nourishment, enhancing health, and preventing cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, and diabetes.
 

The mountain snail dishes at Vu Bao Restaurant are carefully prepared, ensuring hygiene and preserving the original delicious flavor. The restaurant's menu offers a variety of snail dishes such as stir-fried mountain snails with lemongrass and chili, steamed mountain snails with ginger, grilled mountain snails with satay sauce, etc. All dishes have their own distinctive flavors, delicious and characteristic with the sweetness, fragrance, and chewiness of the snails.

The snails here are carefully selected, ensuring they are large, firm, and the meat is chewy and sweet. When eating, the snails are dipped in a flavorful, harmonious dipping sauce, creating an extremely enticing taste. The space of Vạn Bảo Ngọc Restaurant is modern and elegant, providing diners with a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

The mountain snails at Zelda Restaurant are sourced directly from Nhi Quan caves daily, ensuring freshness and quality. The chefs at the restaurant are highly skilled and experienced, presenting beautifully plated dishes with delicious and rich flavors, leaving travelers full of praise upon tasting.



Mountain snails in Ninh Binh are only available seasonally from April to August each year. Therefore, if you have the opportunity to travel to Ninh Binh during the summer months, don't forget to enjoy this delicious mountain snail dish!
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