Xom Luoi Market – The Fresh Seafood Market of Vung Tau Locals

Xom Luoi Seafood Market – a seafood market located along Nguyen Cong Tru Street, about a 10-minute walk from Front Beach (Bai Truoc). The market brings together many large seafood depots and is a place where locals and tourists alike go to buy fresh seafood.

History and Features

• The name "Xom Luoi" (Net Village) is associated with a long-standing fishing community.
• The market gathers many seafood stalls located close to one another along Nguyen Cong Tru Street.
• Early morning is when seafood arrives in large quantities, offering the freshest catch at reasonable prices.
• In the afternoon, additional batches arrive as fishing boats dock.

What to Buy at Xom Luoi Seafood Market

• Shrimp, crab, flower crab, squid, octopus, and various types of snails and shellfish.
• Fresh fish caught the same day.
• Dried fish, dried squid, semi-dried squid (muc mot nang), and semi-dried mackerel.
• Fish sauce and various coastal specialties to take home as gifts.

What to Eat at Xom Luoi Seafood Market

• Buy fresh seafood and have nearby stalls cook it to order.
• Grilled semi-dried squid is a must-try dish.

How to Get There

• From Front Beach, it takes about a 10-minute walk to reach the market.
• Getting there by motorbike, taxi, or ride-hailing services from the city center is very convenient.
• The streets around the market are quite narrow, so cars should park nearby and visitors can walk in.

Travel Tips for Visitors

• Go early in the morning between 5:00 and 8:00 AM to get the freshest selection.
• Check prices at multiple stalls and verify the scale before purchasing.
• Seafood preparation and styrofoam box packing services are available if you are traveling far.
• Nearby, you can stroll around Front Beach, Front Beach Park, or head up Small Mountain (Nui Nho).

Reference Prices

• Flower crab: around 150,000–350,000 VND/kg depending on size
• Fresh squid: around 150,000–290,000 VND/kg
• Octopus: around 150,000–200,000 VND/kg
• Shrimp: around 50,000–450,000 VND/kg depending on variety
• Clams, oysters, and sea snails: around 25,000–100,000 VND/kg
• On-site cooking fee: around 10,000–30,000 VND/kg or 40,000–60,000 VND/dish depending on preparation method

Prices are for reference only and may vary depending on the season and individual stalls.

Best Time to Visit

• Around 5:00–7:00 AM is when the night catch arrives in abundance, offering the freshest seafood at reasonable prices.
• Around 3:00–4:00 PM fishing boats dock again, providing a new batch of fresh catch to choose from.
• During Tet and major holidays, seafood prices here may increase by about 25–35% compared to regular days.

Useful Information for Visitors

• Payment: It is recommended to bring cash; many stalls also accept QR code bank transfers; check the weight and items carefully before leaving the stall.
• Restrooms: Seafood processing eateries around the market have restrooms for dine-in customers.
• Language: Most vendors speak only Vietnamese, so foreign visitors should use a translation app or go with a tour guide.
• Packing: Stalls offer pre-processing and packaging in styrofoam boxes with ice for long-distance travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Xom Luoi Seafood Market?

The market is open from approximately 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with early morning offering the freshest and most abundant seafood.

Is seafood cooked on-site at Xom Luoi Market?

Yes, eateries and services around the market can clean and cook the seafood you purchase.

How far is Xom Luoi Market from Front Beach?

The market is about a 10-minute walk from Front Beach.

See Also

• Con Dao Market
• Ben Thanh Market
• Ben Thanh Night Market
• Binh Tay Market