Traditional fish sauces made from natural materials are preserved and developed in many large fish sauce villages in Vietnam, such as Phu Quoc, Phan Thiet Binh Thuan, or Cat Hai.
Here are 10 traditional Vietnamese fish sauce brands on the local and international markets.
- Cat Hai fish sauce
- Hai Non Ca Na Fish Sauce
- Ba Lang – Tinh Gia fish sauce
- 584 Nha Trang fish sauce
- Nha Trang fish sauce
- Phan Thiet – Mui Ne fish sauce
- Ong Ky fish sauce
- Lien Thanh fish sauce
- Van Phan fish sauce
- Thanh Ha fish sauce
1. Cat Hai fish sauce
- Cat Hai Seafood Processing Service Joint Stock Company
- Address: Cat Hai Town, Hai Phong City, Vietnam
- Phone: 0225 388 6258
- Website: http://www.thuysancathai.com.vn
Cat Hai fish sauce is a well-known specialty from Cat Hai Island, a district of Hai Phong City, Vietnam. This traditional fish sauce is made using fresh round scad and follows a careful processing method.
Around 30 different Cat Hai fish sauce products are sold under brands like Ong Sao, Cao Dam, Ca Muc (Cuttlefish), and Ca Quan. Cat Hai fish sauce is known for its high quality, distinct aroma, and saltier taste compared to some other Vietnamese fish sauces.
Many people prefer Cat Hai fish sauce for their meals. It is available in markets across Eastern Europe, the United States, China, and the Philippines. A 450ml bottle costs 60,000 VND.
2. Hai Non Ca Na Fish Sauce
- Address: Highway 1A, Ca Na Village, Thuan Nam District, Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam
- Phone: 0936 384 369
Hai Non Ca Na Ninh Thuan is a well-known fish sauce brand in Vietnam.
Founded in the early 20th century, it has been a staple in Vietnamese households for over 100 years, valued as both an essential and premium seasoning.
Made primarily from anchovies, Hai Non Ca Na fish sauce is light yellow, similar to other famous Phan Thiet and Phu Quoc varieties.
Local producers in Ca Na use stainless steel barrels to ferment the anchovies with salt, drying them under the sun to achieve high temperatures. This process ensures a clean, flavorful, and high-quality fish sauce.
A 500ml Hai Non Ca Na fish sauce bottle costs around 40,000 VND.
3. Ba Lang fish sauce
- Thanh Hiep Fish Sauce Ba Lang-Tinh Gia
- Address: Ba Lang, Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam
- Phone: 096 452 35 37
Ba Lang is a coastal Tinh Gia district of Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam. There are traditional fishing villages there, and the famous products there are anchovy fish sauce, shrimp sauce, shrimp paste, and Ba Lang sour fish sauce.
With a favorable geographical position on the beach, the seafood caught is transferred immediately to the fishing wharf, classified, and processed, creating the high-quality Ba Lang fish sauce.
Typically, raw materials to make Ba Lang – Tinh Gia sauce must select the type of fresh fish. If you choose spoiled fish to make fish sauce, it will rot, losing its characteristic sweetness.
Ba Lang – Tinh Gia fish sauce is made using an heirloom method that helps fish meat completely break down into amino acids.
The selling price of a bottle of Ba Lang-Tinh Gia fish sauce is 120,000 VND.
4. 584 Nha Trang fish sauce
- 584 Nha Trang Seafood Joint Stock Company
- Address: 1210 Le Hong Phong, Phuoc Long Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, Vietnam
- Phone: 0258 3881176 – 3882677
- Web: http://584nhatrang.vn
584 Nha Trang fish sauce is a well-known traditional brand widely consumed in all provinces and cities nationwide: Thai Nguyen, Hanoi, Hai Phong, Nghe An, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Vung Tau, An Giang, Can Tho, Bac Lieu, Ca Mau …
584 Nha Trang fish sauce provides 10 million liters per year. It has also become one of the leading fish sauce manufacturers in Vietnam, and its products have been exported to several countries, such as Japan, Korea, Australia, Cambodia, and Laos.
The price of a bottle of 510ml of fish sauce 60-degree protein is 120,000 VND.
5. Chau Son Nha Trang fish sauce
- Address: 48 Tan Hai, Binh Tan ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, Vietnam
- Tel: 036 440 7385 and 0914 047 385
At Dam Market in Nha Trang, you’ll find many bottles of fish sauce labeled Nuoc Mam Chau Son Nha Trang (Chau Son Nha Trang Fish Sauce).
This fish sauce uses traditional methods to preserve its authentic, natural flavor. Compared to Phu Quoc fish sauce, Nha Trang’s variety is saltier, often mixed with spices and a bit of sugar to balance the taste.
Its protein content over 10 degrees offers a rich, delicious flavor without preservatives.
Depending on the quality, Chau Son Nha Trang fish sauce costs between 50,000 VND and 130,000 VND per bottle.
6. Phan Thiet – Mui Ne fish sauce
- JOINT STOCK COMPANY PROCESSING AND EXPORTING PHAN THIET – MUI NE FISH SAUCE
- Address: 47 – 48 – A8 Fish sauce processing area, Phu Hai Ward, City. Phan Thiet, Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam
- Phone: 0252 3813 156 and 0937 326 969
- Web: https://nuocmamphanthietmuine.com
Phan Thiet—Mui Ne fish sauce is pure and high-protein, produced by traditional methods. The primary raw materials are anchovies and scad, which ensure quality, hygiene, and food safety.
Phan Thiet—Mui Ne fish sauce has been tested and certified by the Binh Thuan Department of Health to meet the standard of fish sauce with a protein of 30%.
The selling price of this fish sauce is 30,000 VND/1 bottle, depending on the size and quality.
7. Ong Ky fish sauce
- Address: Group 3, Hung Vuong Street, Quarter 1, Duong Dong Town, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province, Vietnam
- Address: 213 Nguyen Thien Thuat, Ward 1, District 3, HCMC, Vietnam
- Phone: 0943 911 144 and 0933 288 668
- Web: https://nuocmamongky.vn
Ong Ky fish sauce is a high-quality product processed from natural raw materials in Phu Quoc.
Ong Ky fish sauce meets the standards for great taste and eye-catching appearance.
The fish sauce has a mildly sweet taste. Ong Ky fish sauce can be used without adding chili, sugar, or water.
The price of a 500ml bottle is 100,000 VND, which is a little higher than normal fish sauce, but Ong Ky fish sauce is a great choice for its great taste.
8. Lien Thanh fish sauce
Lien Thanh fish sauce is also a brand of fish sauce made from anchovies in Phu Quoc.
This fish sauce is available nationwide in three types: Lien Thanh Green Label, Lien Thanh Nhan Silver Label, and Lien Thanh Nhan Coper Label.
The main ingredients are anchovies, salt, and water, with the date to use lasting 2 years.
Lien Thanh products are formulated with pungent original sauce, forming a light aroma and a mild aftertaste.
The selling price of Lien Thanh fish sauce 1000ml is about 25,000 – 30,000 VND.
9. Van Phan fish sauce
- Factory address: Dien Ngoc commune – Dien Chau district – Nghe An province
- Representative office: 15th floor, Diamond Flower Tower, 1 Hoang Dao Thuy, Nhan Chinh, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi
- Phone: 0936 729 936(Mr. Ngoc Anh)
- Web: https://www.vanphan.com
Van Phan Fish Sauce is produced by Van Phan Seafood Company (Dien Chau district, Nghe An Province, Vietnam). The company produces more than 3 million liters of fish sauce each year.
Over 70 years in the profession, the Van Phan fish sauce brand has maintained the traditional way of making great taste.
The fish sauce is transparent and varies in color from light yellow to dark brown. It does not have a fishy smell, but it does have a typical aroma.
Until now, Van Phan fish sauce has been known to consumers all over the country and has been present in several foreign markets, such as Korea, Russia, and Laos.
The price of Van Phan fish sauce is 500ml for a strong level of 100,000VND.
10. Thanh Ha fish sauce
- Address: 11/18 Nguyen Hue Street, Quarter 11, Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province, Vietnam
- Phone: (+84) 28.3765 2193
- Website: www.thanhhaco.vn
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nuocmamnhithanhha
Many fish sauce factories in Phu Quoc have expanded their production by investing in modern equipment and technology while maintaining traditional methods. Thanh Ha Seafood Exploitation & Processing Fish Sauce Company is a brand embracing industrialization.
With a history spanning hundreds of years, Thanh Ha started as a family-run business and has grown into a major fish sauce producer.
Alongside traditional techniques, the company follows strict food hygiene and safety standards. It also incorporates modern technology and builds workshops that meet European standards.
A 500ml bottle of Thanh Ha fish sauce costs around 90,000 VND.
Frequently asked questions about fish sauce brands in Vietnam
Where can I buy one of these fish sauce brands?
It is easy to find one of the fish sauce bands in the local markets in Vietnam when you travel to this beautiful country.
So, you should note the names of these fish sauces or save this link to use when you ask the sellers in markets.
Can I use the fish sauce directly from the bottle?
Most fish sauces need to be prepared before eating, so please check the guide or instructions for preparing the fish sauce carefully unless the company mixes other ingredients, such as garlic, chili, and sugar, in the fish sauce bottle in advance.
Should I drink fish sauce?
You should not drink fish sauce, although some fish sauce bands in Vietnam show that you can use it directly.
Using directly means you do not need to add other ingredients, such as garlic, lemon, chili, or sugar, to the sauce.
However, fish sauce is just an addictive condiment used with other Vietnamese food during meals to improve taste.
