Cao Lau Thanh in Hoi An is a renowned local eatery celebrated for its traditional, wood-fired noodle bowls featuring authentic local ingredients and artisanal preparation methods. Located on Phan Chu Trinh Street, the humble spot attracts travelers and residents alike seeking an authentic taste of central Vietnamese culinary heritage. In this article, HoiAn Day Trip Company will provide all information about it.
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Must Knows about Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An)
– Location/address: 26 Thai Phien Street, Hoi An Old Town, Da Nang Vietnam
– Other name(s):
– Name meaning:
– Opening hour(s): 7 AM to 5 PM (or until sold out)
– Serve: Cao Lau noodle
– Price: from 35,000 VND (2026)
– Payment: cash only
– Table reservation: not available
– How to get there: walking, car, motorbike, bicycle, rickshaw
– Wheelchair accessible: partly (ground level only)
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cao-lau-thanh-hoi-an/
– Reviews: Google reviews, TripAdvisor reviews
– Special note(s):
Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An) on Map
Better to Know about Cao Lau Noodles in Hoi An
Hoi An’s signature noodle dish, cao lầu, relies on a guarded local tradition that cannot be replicated anywhere else. Authentic preparation requires soaking raw rice in ash water made from specific trees harvested on the nearby Cham Islands, then mixing the dough using mineral-rich water drawn directly from the ancient Ba Le Well. This exact method yields thick, springy noodles with a subtle smoky flavor and a firm, amber-toned bite.
The dish is assembled with very little broth, functioning more like a dry noodle bowl centered on intensely savory notes. Thinly sliced char siu pork, crisp square croutons made from fried noodle dough, and a generous heap of fresh local herbs from Tra Que crown the bowl. This combination creates a distinct texture profile where soft meat, chewy noodles, and sharp greens intersect.
More information in https://hoiandaytrip.com/cao-lau-noodles-hoi-an/
HOIAN DAY TRIP has a daily walking tour in Hoi An Old Town with stopping at Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An) for lunch/dinner.
See tour details in https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-half-day-walking-tour/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (WhatsApp) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
Menu & Prices at Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An)
This is the menu at Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An) in 2026:
- Cao Lau (small bowl) – 35.000 VND
- Cao Lau (big bowl) – 50.000 VND
HOIAN DAY TRIP has a daily walking tour in Hoi An Old Town with stopping at Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An) for lunch/dinner.
See tour details in https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-half-day-walking-tour/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (WhatsApp) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
How to Get to Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An)
From Hoi An
Cao Lau Thanh is located within Hoi An Old Town (address: 26 Thai Phien Street). If stay in the center of Hoi An, visitors can walk to this shop easily.
Riding a bicycle is another popular way to get around Hoi An. Cao Lau Thanh is accessible for bicycles during the day, and visitors can park right in the front of the shop. After eating, it’s also very convenient to cycle around the Old Town.
If take a taxi or private car, the driver can drop off at Cao Lau Thanh anytime during the day because it doesn’t lie within the pedestrian/walking area. From this place, the distance to Old Town of Hoi An is around 150 meter.
If go to Hoi An Old Town by motorbike, it’s possible to come to Cao Lau Thanh anytime during the day. Free parking is available right in the front of the shop.
In Hoi An, there are many hotels providing the shuttle bus to Hoi An Old Town. After getting off, visitors can walk to Cao Lau Thanh.
HOIAN DAY TRIP has a daily walking tour in Hoi An Old Town with stopping at Cao Lau Thanh for lunch/dinner.
See tour details in https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-half-day-walking-tour/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (WhatsApp) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
From Da Nang
The distance from Da Nang to Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An Old Town) is around 30km. If stay in hotels within Non Nuoc Beach area, it’s closer. And if stay in areas of Son Tra, Lien Chieu or Hoa Vang, it’s further.
From Da Nang, visitors often go by private car/van/bus or motorbike to go to Cao Lau Thanh in Hoi An. If choose a car, the drive will be 45-60 minutes. If ride a motorbike on your own or book a local rider, can go to this place anytime on the day. Free parking is on the pavement in the front of the shop.
There is no public transportation from Da Nang to Cao Lau Thanh.
HOIAN DAY TRIP has a daily walking tour in Hoi An Old Town with stopping at Cao Lau Thanh for lunch/dinner.
See tour details in https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-half-day-walking-tour/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (WhatsApp) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
Itinerary to Visit Hoi An Old Town for First Timer
First of all, to enter and visit the Hoi An Old Town (the part inscribed by Unesco), visitors need to buy an entry ticket. Its price is 120,000 VND per adult and children above 15 years old and free of charge for smaller kids. Entry to 5 attractions is also included for free. See more information & details
If possible, first time visitors should go with a local guide, to know better about history and culture. Contact us by +84968009827 (call/whatsapp) to book a private English-speaking guide.
We suggest this itinerary for first timers:
Total distance: 1,65 kilometers
– Starting point: the Japanese style gate (the west end of Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street). A model of the Red Seal Ship Model (Japanese merchant’s ship) and a ticket office are in a close distance.
– Walk along Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street. On this road, visitors will have the chance to sightsee Cam Pho Communal House (ticket required), Japanese Culture Gallery (ticket required), Phung Hung Old House (one of the best heritage houses, ticket required), Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel (in the alleyway, ticket required).
– Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, the symbol of Hoi An. This place definitely is a must see attraction.
– Walk along Tran Phu Street, the most beautiful road in Hoi An, until Hoi An Central Market. On this road, visitors will have the chance to sightsee so many historical attractions. From the bridge to the market, there are Cantonese Assembly Hall (ticket required), Museum of Sa Huynh Culture (ticket required), Duc An Old House (ticket required), Kazik Park (free), Quan Thang Old House (ticket required), Museum of Trade Ceramics (ticket required), Trung Hoa Assembly Hall (ticket required), Fujian Assembly Hall (ticket required), Quan Cong Temple (ticket required), Quan Am Pagoda (ticket required), Hoi An Central Market (free to enter), a couple of rooftop coffee shops, Instagrammable spots, shophouses selling lanterns, food, souvenirs and fashion items.
– Walk southwards and along Tieu La Street (east side of Hoi An Central Market). On this road, there are many vendors and stalls selling a diversity of local products, giving a good chance to know about local life and photograph.
– Walk westwards and along Bach Dang Street (the riverside street). On this road, visitors will see Hoi An Traditional Performance House (ticket required if want to watch shows) and Museum of Folklore (ticket required).
– Turn into Le Loi Street and then turn left, walking along Nguyen Thai Hoc Street. On this road, visitors will see Tan Ky Old House (one of the best heritage houses, ticket required) and Diep Dong Nguyen Old House (not yet opened to visitors, see from outside).
– The ending point: the crossroad near the north end of An Hoi Bridge or the west end of Nguyen Thai Hoc Street. In the evening, from here, visitors can walk cross the bridge and then turn right to see the entrance of the Hoi An Night Market, the biggest night market in Hoi An.
For more details and the map, please browse https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-self-guided-walking-tour
Guided Tours to Hoi An Ancient Town Vietnam
From Hoi An
– Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour – 2 Hour Express Tour with Local
– Hoi An Half Day Walking Tour with Traditional Art Performance
– Hoi An City Tour: Old Town, Coconut Village & Lunch
– Hoi An Morning Walking Tour with Local Breakfast & Coffee
– Hoi An Afternoon Walking Tour with Thu Bon River Sunset Cruise
– Hoi An Night Tour with Lantern Boat Ride & Dinner
– Hoi An History & Food Tour – Famous Landmarks & Specialty Dishes
– Hoi An Instagram Tour: Best Photo Spots & Rooftop Café
– Hoi An Old Town Food Tour with Night Boat Ride
– Hoi An Old Town Private Walking Tour with Local Expert
– Hoi An City Tour by Electric Car
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours in Hoi An and Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
From Da Nang
– Hoi An Half Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang with Coconut Forest Basket Boat Ride
– Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang with Hoi An Memories Show
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Full Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An City Tour from Airport
– Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Full Day Tour from Da Nang with Chinese Speaking Guide
– My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Tour – World Heritage Site Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills Tour & Hoi An Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Tour from Da Nang Cruise Port
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Tour from Chan May Cruise Port
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Intercontinental Danang Resort
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Lang Co
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours in Hoi An and Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
Places to Visit near Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An)
– Bridges: Japanese Covered Bridge (Pagoda Bridge), Moonlight Bridge, An Hoi Bridge (Bridge of Lights), Cam Nam Bridge
– Museums: Museum of Sa Huynh Culture, Museum of Sa Folklore, Museum of Trade Ceramics, Museum of Traditional Medicine, Hoi An Museum of History & Culture, Japanese Culture Gallery, Black Sesame Soup Demonstration, Museum of Local Products
– Chinese assembly halls: Cantonese Assembly Hall, Fujian Assembly Hall, Trung Hoa Assembly Hall, Hainan Assembly Hall, Teochew Assembly Hall
– Heritage houses: Tan Ky Old House, Phung Hung Old House, Duc An Old House, Quan Thang Ancient House, Diep Dong Nguyen House, Thai Phien Ancient House
– Temples & pagodas: Quan Cong Temple (Ong Pagoda), Ba Mu Temple, Phap Bao Pagoda, Quan Am Pagoda, Hoi An Confucius Temple, Cao Dai Temple of Hoi An, Hoi An Ancestral Temple, Cam Pho Confucius Temple, Minh Huong Confucius Temple, Vien Giac Pagoda, Hy Hoa Temple
– Family chapels: Tran Family Chapel, Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel
– Communal houses: Cam Pho Communal House, Hoi An Communal House, Minh Huong Communal House, Tu Le Communal House, Xuan Lam Communal House, Son Phong Communal House
– Markets: Hoi An Central Market, Hoi An Cloth/Fabric Market, Hoi An Night Market (Nguyen Hoang Night Market), Cam Pho Market
– Theatres: Hoi An Traditional Art Performance House, Hoi An Lune Center for Performing Arts (now where Teh Dar Show takes place), Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park (now where Hoi An Memories Show takes place)
– Famous streets: Tran Phu Street, Phan Chu Trinh Street, Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Bach Dang Street/Wharf, Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Hoi An Lantern Streets
– Other points of interest: Red Seal Ship Model, Hoi An Evanlegical Church, Thong Dang Prison & Park, Kazik Park (Memory Statue of Kazimierz Kwiatkowski), Hoai River (Hoi An River), Song Hoai Square, An Hoi Sculpture Park, Hoi An Catholic Church, Hoi An Prison, Hoi An Central Park, Ba Le Well, Hoi An Lantern Park, An Hoi Island, Cam Nam Island, Thu Bon River, Da Ken Tree
Photos, Videos about Cao Lau Thanh (Hoi An)
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