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What to eat in Saigon for travelers and tourists

Vietnam is a food lover’s paradise, offering an incredible range of tasty dishes with different flavors, textures, and aromas. Whether you’re exploring street food stalls or sitting down at a high-end restaurant, every meal is an experience. From a hearty Vietnamese breakfast to an unforgettable evening of dining in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), here’s what food lovers should not miss:

Culinary adventures are not just for a full belly, but rather than joyful experiencesCulinary adventures are not just for a full belly, but rather than joyful experiences

Vietnamese Breakfast: A Perfect Start to the Day

A traditional Vietnamese breakfast is all about freshness and balance. Phở and bánh mì are still the national favorites when it comes to people’s choice of breakfast. While phở is always known for its beef or chicken flavor, banh mi has become even more creative. Local bakeries now offer fusion versions with unique fillings apart from the traditional cold cuts with butter and pate like roast pork, barbecued meat, shredded chicken and of course a vegetarian version as well. For those looking for something lighter, xoi (sticky rice with toppings like mung beans, shredded chicken, or fried shallots) is a delicious and filling option.

You can’t go wrong by starting your morning with a bowl of Bún Bò HuếYou can’t go wrong by starting your morning with a bowl of Bún Bò Huế

And of course you can’t miss Saigon’s signature dish: com tam (broken rice with grilled pork chop and eggs). This dish, originally a working-class staple, has now been elevated by trendy eateries using premium cuts of pork and organic rice. Pair your breakfast with a strong ca phe sua da (Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk), and you’re ready for the day.

Where to have your Phở: Phở Anh in District 3, Phở Miến Gà Kỳ Đồng, Phở Việt Nam, Phở Sol

I want Cơm Tấm (broken rice): Cơm tấm Kiều Vân, Cơm tấm Ba Ghiền

How about Bánh Mì: Bánh mì Huỳnh Hoa, Bánh Mì Sáu Minh

Vietnamese Lunch: A Midday Feast

A Vietnamese lunch is typically a family-style affair, featuring a variety of dishes meant to be shared. The classic bun thit nuong in the South, and bún chả in the North (Both are grilled pork over fresh vermicelli noodles) have been a delicacy. If you want something soupy, canh chua (sweet and sour fish soup) is a local’s favorite, eating it over a bowl of rice. Canh chua is a perfect combination of meat (fish), veggies (okras, bean sprouts, elephant ear stems…) and fruits (tomato, pineapple, starfruits) with a great balance of sweet and sour flavor, making it a common yet unique and tasty meal.

Cơm Niêu has always been a Vietnamese signature dish when it comes to family meal Cơm Niêu has always been a Vietnamese signature dish when it comes to family meal 

In major cities, lunchtime is also a great opportunity for street food exploration: Instead of the popular everyday meal, treat yourself a banh xeo (crispy turmeric pancakes with shrimp and pork) or bo la lot (grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves). These dishes offer a perfect balance of flavors—sweet, savory, and slightly smoky—showcasing the diversity of Vietnamese lunch options.

Here to get Canh chua: Cơm niêu Thiên Lý

Bún chả spots: Bún chả Hồ Gươm

Bánh xèo daaaaaay: Bánh khọt Cô Ba Vũng Tàu

Dining in Ho Chi Minh City: A Night of Flavor and Fun

When it comes to Dining in Ho Chi Minh City, the choices are endless. Instead of a normal single meal, why not book a food tour and experience the buzzing traffic of Saigon at night, watch the streets flicker with neon lights and come alive.

Not only guiding you through busy streets and markets, our tour guide also gives his authentic knowledge about how you can enjoy every single specialty.Not only guiding you through busy streets and markets, our tour guide also gives his authentic knowledge about how you can enjoy every single specialty.

Our Dining Delights tour takes visitors through hidden alleyways to experience the REAL way Vietnamese people enjoy their evening with their friends and loved ones. You’ll see different side of Saigon through 5 different districts and learn more about the our eating culture through 10 different dishes: from the famous local snacks banh trang nuong (Vietnamese pizza/grilled rice paper with toppings) to an all you can eat BBQ and end up with a seafood feast.

Whether you start your day with a Vietnamese breakfast, enjoy a hearty Vietnamese lunch, or spend the evening having a delight in dining (see what we did there?!) in Ho Chi Minh City, the food scene continues to impress. With street food traditions still thriving and modern culinary trends evolving, a Ho Chi Minh City is the perfect way to experience the best flavors the country has to offer.

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