Lạng Sơn Roasted Duck vịt quay móc mật

Lạng Sơn Roasted Duck: The King of Northern Vietnamese Roasted Duck You Must Try

When mentioning Lạng Sơn province in northern Vietnam, many may know it as a border town connecting to China, but for mr.hotsia, Lạng Sơn is a destination full of local culinary charm, especially the Lạng Sơn roasted duck, or in Vietnamese calledvịt quay móc mậtwhich I experienced myself and can say, “This is the king of roasted duck you shouldn’t miss!”

I arrived in this city with light luggage and chose to stay atHoang Son Hai Hotelan 8-story hotel offering a beautiful high-angle view of Lạng Sơn city. In the evening, after soaking in the atmosphere around the lakeLang Son LakeI went out to hunt for the famous roasted duck in a nearby alley close to the hotel.

A unique roasted duck flavor and aroma

Lạng Sơn roasted duck is unlike any roasted duck I’ve had at MK or other restaurants in Bangkok. The flavor here is a perfect balance of crispy skin outside and tender inside. The duck skin has a unique aroma from being grilled at just the right heat, not overly greasy. Importantly, it is stuffed with Chinese bay leaf, known in Vietnamese as “Mắc mật,” a leaf grown in southern China, northern Vietnam, and even Nan province in Thailand. This leaf not only adds fragrance to the duck but also has properties that help with dandruff.

After tasting the freshly grilled hot roasted duck, I understood why locals emphasize eating it hot only. Once cooled, the flavor and crispiness of the duck skin immediately diminish. If you have the chance to visit, don’t forget to find freshly grilled roasted duck from street vendors. I guarantee you’ll get the authentic taste and won’t be disappointed.

Stop by to taste local food and the morning market in Lạng Sơn

Besides roasted duck, this city is also rich in interesting local dishes such asBún Cáor fish noodle soup with water hyacinth that I tried at the morning marketChợ Đông KinhSoft white vermicelli noodles topped with crispy fried fish and fresh vegetables that make your mouth water, including a raw egg soup I recently discovered at a fried rice shop near the hotel. This dish features egg yolk floating in a clear, sweet broth with no fishy smell at all. It was a memorable meal that energized me for the next day.

If you are a foodie traveler, I recommend exploring street food stalls around Hoang Son Hai Hotel because I found delicious fried rice and fried noodle shops that proved Lạng Sơn is not just about roasted duck.

Nightlife and atmosphere of Lạng Sơn city

After a satisfying dinner, I took a walk to experience Lạng Sơn’s nighttime atmosphere. I found it peaceful but not lonely, with small cafes and bars by the lake where you can chill comfortably. If you are interested in the city’s nightlife, you can read more atLạng Sơn province Lang son vietnam nightlifewhich I wrote about previously.

Travel and tips from mr.hotsia

Getting to Lạng Sơn is not difficult as you can conveniently travel by bus from Hanoi. The accommodation I chose,Hoang Son Hai Hotelis affordable, about 600 baht per night, with a beautiful city view from a high vantage point. I recommend choosing a hotel on a higher floor to fully enjoy the city views in the morning and evening.

When visiting this province, don’t forget to keep your stomach empty for Lạng Sơn roasted duck and take a walk through the morning market at least once to truly experience the local lifestyle. I still remember that tasting the roasted duck here was an experience that completed my journey perfectly.

Watch the Lạng Sơn roasted duck clip with real atmosphere from the field

If you want to see the real atmosphere of Lạng Sơn roasted duck, mr.hotsia highly recommends this clip.Lạng Sơn Roasted Duck vịt quay móc mậtIt will show you the roasting process and the atmosphere of the street roasted duck shop here clearly.

For those with more time, don’t forget to try other local dishes such as grilled button squid or Vietnamese chicken biryani, which I have recorded in various clips to make your trip full of flavors and great memories.