Missing the Taste of
Authentic Ca Mau Crab?
We know the Dungeness crab in San Francisco is legendary, and the seafood markets in Little Saigon (Orange County) are plentiful. But nothing compares to the rich, creamy 'gạch' (roe) and the firm, sweet meat of a mud crab fresh from the mangrove forests of Ca Mau, Vietnam.
Flight Issues
18 - 24 Hours flight time stresses the crab, losing up to 40% of meat quality.
Customs Block
Strictly regulated by USDA. Live animals are often seized at California, USA 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 California 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 Tamarind Mud Crab (Cua Rang Me)
*Valid with bills > 1,000,000 VND
*Save this page or screenshot the voucher to use when you visit our store in HCMC.
We know the Dungeness crab in San Francisco is legendary, and the seafood markets in Little Saigon (Orange County) are plentiful. But nothing compares to the rich, creamy 'gạch' (roe) and the firm, sweet meat of a mud crab fresh from the mangrove forests of Ca Mau, Vietnam.
In California
You have beautiful landscapes (Little Saigon, Golden Gate Bridge), 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
Tamarind Mud Crab (Cua Rang Me) - A signature Vietnamese flavor you can't find in typical Cajun boils. The perfect balance of sour, salty, and sweet.. This is the flavor of childhood, of bustling street corners, of home.
FAQ for Overseas Guests
Can you ship live crab from Vietnam to California?
Technically difficult due to USDA regulations. The flight stress also ruins the quality.
Where can I eat this in Ho Chi Minh City?
We are in the heart of HCMC. Book a table, we'll save the biggest crabs for you.
Is frozen Ca Mau crab at Asian markets good?
It's okay for soup, but the texture becomes spongy. Nothing beats live crab cooked immediately.