Lau Ga La E Tao Ngo
Lẩu gà lá é Tao Ngộ
A well-known established spot for Da Lat's chicken and lemon basil hotpot, featuring free-range chicken and aromatic leaves in a sweet and spicy broth. Expect queues during peak hours.
Although chicken and lemon basil hotpot originates from Phu Yen Province, it has become one of the most popular warm dishes in Da Lat. Located on Ba Thang Tu (3 April) Road, Tao Ngo serves free-range chicken with mushrooms and bamboo shoots in a hotpot. Aromatic lemon basil leaves are dipped briefly into the broth before eating. The broth is naturally sweet with a spicy kick from bird's eye chilies, and can be paired with rice vermicelli or instant noodles. A portion for 2 to 3 people costs about 200,000 VND, while a portion for 4 to 5 people is about 400,000 VND. The setting is simple with tightly packed tables; wait times are common from 11:00-12:30 and after 18:00. There are several other shops with the same name in the city, so make sure to look for the correct street name. It is about 1 km from the city center.
Opening hours
Daily approx. 10:00-21:00 (hours may vary by source; may sell out early on busy days)
Nearby sights
- Lam Vien Square
- Xuan Huong Lake
- Da Lat Cathedral
- Da Lat Night Market
- Da Lat Railway Station
- Thien Vuong Pagoda
- Crazy House (Hang Nga Guesthouse)
- Lam Dong Museum