Is ice safe to drink in cafes and restaurants in Nha Trang?

Regularly drinking iced beverages in cafes caused no issues. The main risk comes from mobile street carts, not sit-down establishments.

Ice used in drinks at cafes and bars is subject to quality checks. A separate type of ice is used only for chilling seafood and bottles externally — that kind is not meant for consumption.

Street ice for drinks is often made from tap water and transported loose in polypropylene bags on bike trailers. This applies mainly to street vendors, not to cafes or restaurants.

Beer served with ice is common in Nha Trang, though some find it unusual. If you're concerned about ice quality, simply ask for beer without ice.