Five Must-Try Foods in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) 🇻🇳🥖🧋

My personal recommendations of must-try foods when in Saigon. These are my regular 'go-to' places when I'm craving those particular foods. You won't be disappointed! Stay tuned for my extensive Foodie Guide coming soon!

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1. Bun Thit Nuong

Bún Thịt Nướng Chị Tuyền

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Hearty bowl of vermicelli noodles with grilled pork skewers, fried spring rolls, sauteed beef (add-on) and lots of veggies, pickled carrot daikon and the sweer fish sauce poured over. 👌

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2. Banh Mi

Bánh mì Bùi Thị Xuân

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Forget all the other banh mi places you've seen all over Youtube - this place has quality meats with many they make themselves like the pate and meatballs. Very generous amount and tasty. Tip: If you want a standard Banh Mi just say 'banh mi' when you order. Or you can point to specific meats you want in your sandwich. Enjoy!

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3. Com Tam

Cơm tấm Dì Tám, chợ Tân Định

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This place only opens in the evenings from 6pm to about 10-11pm or whenever they sell out. They've got grilled pork and chicken and they are equally good. Choose a meat and other items include fried egg or omelet, pork shreds. It comes with pickled veggies and side of sweet fish sauce. It's a pretty hearty meal and tastes extra good when you're getting the meats fresh off the grill when it's still hot. Streetside eating is the best - you get good food and a fun atmosphere!

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4. Saigon Ice Coffee

The Running Bean Hồ Tùng Mậu - Coffee and Brunch

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A spacious trendy cafe with an extensive coffee and juice drinks. Any of their iced coffees are good. You can try the signature Saigon ice coffee or the coconut coffee! 🧋👌

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5. Dessert

Ben Thanh Market

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The food court at Ben Thanh Market is a great place to try all the varieties of Vietnamese food. It’s a little pricier than outside but it’s convenient. There’s a dessert stall on the left aisle from the west entrance. There are tall glasses of different soupy desserts stacked on the display counter. Just choose which one that looks good to you. Most of the cold desserts come with coconut milk. 🥥 Enjoy!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Thuy

👋 Xin chao - I’m a Vietnamese-American based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam since 2000 (yikes that's a long time!). 🇺🇸🇻🇳 My love for travel, especially in Vietnam, has brought me back to this country. I've been in the travel industry for over 20 years and my travel specialty focuses on local experiences and wellness travel. As a local insider, I will share with you tips and create itineraries that you won't find on the typical itinerary. As a female solo traveler who has traveled all over Vietnam, I can attest that Vietnam is a safe destination for visitors. I share travel tips on my Youtube channel where you'll find hotel reviews and guide to local Vietnamese food. On my Instagram, I share local insights into the everyday life in Vietnam especially some of my favorite Vietnamese street foods! Please feel free to reach out - I'd love to share the real Vietnam with you!

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