We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Light Candle

Ba Trieu Street, Hoi An, Vietnam
Update restaurant details
Ranked #152 of 267 restaurants in Hoi An
Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Late Night, Dessert
19 visitor photos
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Late Night, Dessert
Write a Review

56 reviews from our community

78% Recommend
    34
    10
    5
    6
    1
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Sunshine Coast Hinterland - Queensland
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Amazing food, incredible host. My favourite place to eat in Hoi An. Madame Phuong is an amazing cook. She prepares heed meals with love every one...

Was this review helpful? Yes
Montreal, Canada
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013 via mobile

We were just looking for a quick late lunch and stopped here since they had mango salad (fell in love with this dish while in vietnam) and it looked cozy and nice. We left very disappointed... I travelled around Vietnam long enough to know what good quality food is and it is definitely not found here. We ordered fresh spring... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by ChristineAlbanese for Hoi An
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013 via mobile

The meal is ok/mediocre, portions are extremely small (4 shrimp came with fried shrimp dish). Sent back fried fish in banana leave, the fish was extremely dry. They use beans corn and carrot in every dish (we had about 7). Service is mediocre. Price is high, as high as any "good" restaurant in Hoi An, but you are sitting on... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by jeroenvK for Hoi An
Limerick, Ireland
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2012

Madam Phuong is a great cook and such a warm, friendly person. She aims to please, even going out of her way to stock my favourite cheese for the duration of my stay! We had breakfast here every morning after we discovered it and Madam Phuong would always give us some complimentary fruit afterwards. Madam Phuong makes you feel like... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Ashimo for Hoi An
Hanoi
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

I found this place by accident, it happened to be right across of the hotel I was staying at. The owner is incredibly friendly and warm person. She always greets people passing by her restaurant and wishes a good day even if they do not drop in. I had a few meals at the Light Candle (mornings) and Dung (evenings).... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by HanoiMargarita for Hoi An
Adelaide
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

We were struggling in the heat and after a long wak we decided to go into light candle. Weorderedthe light candle spring rolls as recommended by a previous traveller in the menu and they were incredible. The green papaya salad was also delicious on the hot day. It is on the edge of the old quarter but cheaper than the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
South East Qld
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012

Mama is the lady who owns and runs this establishment. A terricic cook and a great character. She also has another place that she has just opened up over the other side of the river. Light Candle is usually only now open for breakfast and lunch. For dinner go and visit her new premises at Dung Restaurant, opposite the middle... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by baringa for Hoi An
Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2012 via mobile

The food was ok. Not fantastic and the service wasn't much better. I would eat somewhere else as they are so many better places in Hoi An.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by binvinnie for Hoi An
Hoi An
Top Contributor
82 reviews 82 reviews
45 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 15, 2011

This restaurant is a favour of so many expats who live and work in Hoi an. It is only open for breakfast and lunch but so worthwhile searchng it out. The food is always fabulous the prices amazing and the owner of the restaurant is a lovely host. Anytime dinning here is pure pleasure.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 48 more reviews by KerreBurley for Hoi An
Auckland Region, New Zealand
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2011

we were very excited to go here after reading the reviews. turned out it was down the road from our hotel. Talk about disappointing!! Pleasant little place and we got a beer and menu reasonably quickly. After ten minutes waiting to place an order I had to go out to the kitchen to find a waitress. We ordered the garlic... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Neil W for Hoi An

Travelers who viewed Light Candle also viewed

Hoi An, Quang Nam Province
Hoi An, Quang Nam Province
 
Hoi An, Quang Nam Province
 

Been to Light Candle? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Light Candle, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing