Missing the Taste of
Authentic Ca Mau Crab?
Vancouverites are spoiled with great seafood. But the warm-water mangrove crab (Cua Ca Mau) from Vietnam has a firmer texture and a distinct savory richness compared to the sweet but softer meat of cold-water crabs.
Flight Issues
16+ Hours flight time stresses the crab, losing up to 40% of meat quality.
Customs Block
Cold water vs Warm water species. Live animals are often seized at British Columbia, Canada borders.
"We tried sending them, really. But a frozen crab just isn't the same, and a seized crab is a tragedy."
— Tu Map (Owner)
"When you land in Tan Son Nhat (SGN), don't eat hotel food. Come to us."
Eat It At The Source
In Ho Chi Minh City
Since we can't bring the crab to Vancouver (BC) without losing its soul, we invite you to bring your soul back to Vietnam.
We reserve the largest, freshest Grade 1 Mud Crabs specifically for overseas guests (Viet Kieu) and tourists. No freezing, no preservatives, just pure mangrove goodness.
Welcome Home Gift
Free 1 Dish of Crab Curry (Cà Ri Cua)
*Valid with bills > 1,000,000 VND
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Vancouverites are spoiled with great seafood. But the warm-water mangrove crab (Cua Ca Mau) from Vietnam has a firmer texture and a distinct savory richness compared to the sweet but softer meat of cold-water crabs.
In Vancouver (BC)
You have beautiful landscapes (Stanley Park, Kingsway), great local seafood, but the crab meat is often sweeter in a 'cold' way, lacking the savory richness of tropical mud crabs.
The Dish You Miss
Crab Curry (Cà Ri Cua) - A rich, coconut-heavy dish that warms you up on a rainy Vancouver day. Best eaten in Saigon heat though!. This is the flavor of childhood, of bustling street corners, of home.
FAQ for Overseas Guests
Is it similar to BC Dungeness Crab?
Dungeness is sweet and flaky. Ca Mau crab is denser, meatier, and has a stronger 'sea' flavor.
Do you have King Crab?
We specialize in local Vietnamese Mud Crab. It's a culinary gem you can't easily find in Canada.
I'm visiting Vietnam in December, do I need to reserve?
Yes, December is peak season for overseas Vietnamese (Viet Kieu). Please book early!