Buzz
Nighttime dining has long been a habit for many in Saigon, especially the youth. Consequently, eateries serving the 'night deities' have flourished, offering a diverse array of dishes.
Take a stroll around Saigon on a night to explore the preferred spots chosen by many young souls who find themselves hungry during the late hours!
Hang Xanh White Porridge
During the chilly nights in Saigon, white porridge is often the top choice for a comforting late-night meal. Hang Xanh area has been famous for its pandan leaf white porridge and red bean porridge, attracting not only common folks but individuals from all walks of life. The porridge is served with salted duck eggs, radishes, braised shrimp, and fermented fish sauce, giving each bowl a unique and enticing flavor. Located at the gateway to the city, the porridge stalls here are always bustling with buyers, no matter how late it gets. Priced from 10 – 30k, teens can easily enjoy a light and warm late-night meal, available until around 4 am.
Situated at the city's entrance, the white porridge stalls here are always busy with buyers, even during the late hours. With prices ranging from 10 – 30k, teens can effortlessly grab a light and warm late-night snack, served until the wee hours of the morning.
Mrs. Muoi's Broken Rice Bliss
This signless gem nestled in an alley remains lively, defying conventional hours from 10 pm to 4 am. Catering predominantly to late-night workers or night owl groups, the menu extends beyond the familiar broken rice with grilled ribs, offering hearty options like duck egg stew, hotpot mix, and braised fish...
Teens will delight in the tempting offer of a portion of crispy chicken skin dripping with savory fat. Address: 294/35 Xo Viet Nghe Tinh, Ward 21, Binh Thanh District, prices starting from 30k.
Saigon's Nighttime Tapioca Noodle Soup
Located at the intersection of No Trang Long - Le Quang Dinh, this unmarked spot seems to have earned its reputation among night owls over countless nights. Despite offering many hearty dishes, tapioca noodle soup stands out, attracting patrons with both its quality and quantity.
Teens will be satisfied with a serving of tapioca noodle soup priced at 25 - 30k, featuring a broth with an intensely sweet flavor from simmered bones, accompanied by white turnips and carrots. Additionally, you can enjoy a few spring rolls for just 4k each.
Tan Dinh Market Area
The row of eateries next to Tan Dinh Market on Nguyen Huu Cau Street is always a comforting destination for those seeking a late-night feast. The standout offerings in this market area are the chicken congee and broken rice, priced between 30 – 60k per serving. With competitive prices and a central city location, these establishments consistently draw in a bustling crowd of patrons.
Ghostly Broken Rice
Though the name might send shivers down your spine, the lack of a signboard and a fixed location doesn't deter the haunt of that name. Currently setting up shop in front of the gate of Vo Thi Sau High School (Dinh Tien Hoang Street) from 6 pm to 10 pm, this place, with just a few tables, chairs, and a simple display cabinet, still captivates diners with its rich flavor and very affordable prices, starting from 25k per serving.
Ha's Pho
Pho is the soulful dish of Vietnam and can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Having pho at night seems to become a fascination for many, as the fragrant and warm broth helps to soothe the diner's stomach more gently than other dishes.
Pho Ha in the area referred to as 'Forbidden City' of Saigon (in Hanoi, Forbidden City Street – Hang Bong – is a bustling night food district), situated on Hai Trieu Street (District 1), remains a late-night rendezvous for many diners. Occasionally, you might spot some celebrities here too. Despite the relatively high prices starting from 50k, the enduring reputation, delicious taste, and convenient location keep this area bustling with nighttime patrons.
Culinary hub on Nguyen Thuong Hien Street
In the late afternoon, as the streets begin to light up, Nguyen Thuong Hien Street becomes even livelier with eateries on both sides coming to life. Seafood takes the spotlight in this area, with various fresh options cooked with flavorful sauces at very reasonable prices, starting from just 30k per enticing portion.
Western Street
Considered the most lively sleepless street in Saigon, embracing every social class, customer, skin color, and taste preference. Yet, everyone delights in Vietnamese street food sold along the roadside – nameless and signless – without a single complaint. Late-night revelers at Western Street often stop by Pho Quynh, located at the corner of Pham Ngu Lao, for a steaming, aromatic bowl of pho.
According to iOne
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourNovember 17, 2015
