When Anthony Bourdain visited Hanoi, Mai Chau and Tuan Chau, in Vietnam, on his show No Reservations, he and his crew picked many restaurants. Here are all the addresses and the dishes showcased in a convenient list.
This is No Reservations, season 1, episode 4. It first aired on August 15, 2005.
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DISH – Bun Cha – Anthony Bourdain Vietnam
WHAT IS IT?
They have Bun Cha or rice with marinated grilled pork with greens and hot peppers on the side along with condiments like pickled garlic and lime juice.
“To the Vietnamese – as with many Asian cultures – loud slurping of noodles is not rude at all. In fact, it’s a sign you’re enjoying your meal. And I can slurp with the best of ’em.” -Anthony Bourdain
WHERE IS IT?
Bún chả – Nem rán
Hanoi, Vietnam
NOTES
Unfortunately, the exact location of this restaurant is unknown.
DISH – “Squeasel” and Vietnamese Moonshine – Anthony Bourdain Vietnam
WHAT IS IT?
They had a “squeasel”, an animal which was fried and boiled. It turns out that the accurate translation of the name of the animal is “porcupine”.
This scene has become one of the most famous in Anthony Bourdain’s career.
“What does this taste like? Uhh… Waiter, there’s something sharp in my soup. Ohh, porcupine!” -Anthony Bourdain
WHERE IS IT?
Mai Chau, Vietnam
NOTES – Anthony Bourdain Vietnam
Unfortunately, the name and exact location of the restaurant is unknown.
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DISH – “Special Vietnamese Dinner” – No Reservations Vietnam
WHAT IS IT?
Anthony Bourdain went to an island in Vietnam called Tuần Châu.
First: Spring roll made of cabbage, bean shoots, pork, shrimp and eggs, wrapped in rice paper then cooked.
Second: Salad made of chicken, onion, and chili.
Third: Stir-fried squid breaded with corn flour and fried then served with sauce.
Fourth: Charcoal-grilled clams.
“This whole island is the government’s idea of a tourist wonderland. Designed to lure westerners like… well, you and me.” -Anthony Bourdain
WHERE IS IT?
“Island of Mr. Sang”
Tuan Chau, Vietnam
NOTES – Anthony Bourdain Vietnam
Unfortunately, the exact location of this restaurant is unknown.
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