Where To Eat In Vietnam

Places and guides from our Vietnam coverage, gathered into one page.

The Best Vietnamese Food Guide – What To Eat In Vietnam

Start with pho in Hanoi: a bowl of beef noodle soup with star anise and ginger, served with lime and fresh herbs. In Ho Chi Minh City, try cơm tấm (broken rice with grilled pork) and bánh mì from street stalls for about 20,000–40,000 VND (roughly $1–$2). In Hue, sample bún bò Huế, a spicy beef noodle soup, and bánh khoái, a crispy crepe filled with shrimp and bean sprouts. Da Nang is known for mì Quảng (turmeric noodles with pork, shrimp, and herbs) and bánh xèo, a sizzling pancake. Hoi An offers cao lầu, thick noodles with pork and greens, and white rose dumplings (bánh bao bánh vạc).

For markets, visit Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Xuan Market in Hanoi. In Hue, the Dong Ba Market is a hub for local specialties. Hoi An’s Central Market and Da Nang’s Con Market are also worth exploring. Prices at these markets are generally negotiable, and dishes range from 15,000 to 50,000 VND.

Key dishes to look for across the country: phở, bánh mì, cơm tấm, bún bò Huế, mì Quảng, cao lầu, bánh xèo, gỏi cuốn (fresh spring rolls), and chả giò (fried spring rolls). For dessert, try chè (sweet soup) and cà phê sữa đá (iced coffee with condensed milk).

This Vietnamese Village Was Once Full Of People. Now A Tiny Restaurant Is Its Only Sign Of Life

Once a bustling village, today only a tiny restaurant remains as a symbol of its past. The story of this village is a tale of decline and revival, where a community finds new purpose amidst the ruins of their home.

For travelers, this restaurant offers a rare glimpse into local life. The menu is simple: a few dishes made from ingredients grown in the surrounding area. Meals cost around 30,000–60,000 VND. The restaurant is open daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, but hours may vary. To get there, take a bus from the nearest town (about 30 minutes) or hire a motorbike taxi for 100,000 VND. The village is also a short detour from the main road between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

If you are planning a trip, consider what to pack for a Vietnam trip in October: light clothing, a rain jacket, and insect repellent. The village is accessible year-round, but the rainy season (May to October) can make roads muddy.