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We've compiled the best of the best in Ninh Binh - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Located only a few meters away from Tam Coc Harbor, The Banana Tree Hostel-Kitchen-Bar is a large social hub and outdoor restaurant that offers Italian coffee and a range of comfortable seating options. Their menu is small but expertly executed. The Vietnamese salad and snacks are a delicious choice, and the Western food hits the spot. It's a very youth-oriented spot these days, so expect a rambunctious atmosphere.
For authentic Vietnamese specialties it is hard to go wrong with this friendly venue, which serves up a huge range of classics as well as Ninh Binh favorites like grilled deer and goat meat. The lighting isn't exactly mellow, but effusive service and delicious food are ample compensation for the utilitarian surroundings.
