Hoi An Riverside Restaurant
Description
Sitting inside the Anantara Hotel compound on the Thu Bon River, this is where you come when the Old Town chaos finally breaks you. The riverfront setting is peaceful, boats drift past, and the staff actually pay attention (ask for Ly if you want someone who reads the room).
The menu leans into Central Vietnamese cooking rather than the usual tourist-safe greatest hits. The deep-fried king crab spring rolls wrapped in vermicelli are worth ordering twice, and the Hoi An chicken rice holds up against anything you’ll find closer to the ancient town.
You’re paying Anantara prices, so calibrate expectations accordingly. The complimentary rice crackers and small appetizers that arrive before your meal are a nice touch – small things that signal the kitchen is paying attention.
Highlights
- Riverside seating with river views and passing boats
- Attentive, personalized service - staff accommodate special requests and occasions without making a fuss
- Menu goes beyond standard tourist dishes, with standouts like the vermicelli-wrapped king crab spring rolls
- Location inside the Anantara compound means it's a deliberate trip rather than a casual walk-in option






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