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District 5 is renowned for its enticing culinary scene, with hủ tiếu being a standout dish. This dish offers a myriad of variations, providing diners with a rich array of flavors. In this article, Mytour introduces you to 10 top-notch hủ tiếu eateries in District 5, promising a delightful culinary journey.
1. High-Quality Nam Vang Hủ Tiếu Establishments in District 5
1.1. Đạt Thành Nam Vang Hủ Tiếu
You can enjoy either mixed noodles or soup at your preference. The noodles are perfectly cooked to a chewy texture and absorb the sauce well, ensuring a moist and flavorful bite. The accompanying greens such as bean sprouts, water spinach, and chives are always fresh.
Compared to other establishments, this hủ tiếu spot in District 5, Đạt Thành, offers a more spacious and airy ambiance. The tables and chairs are clean, and dining utensils and condiments are neatly arranged, always at hand. The staff here are also more attentive and friendly than elsewhere.
Introducing the renowned Hủ Tiếu Nam Vang (Phnom Penh Noodles) from Mỹ Phương.
- Address: 172 Trần Bình Trọng, Ward 3, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 42,000 – 50,000 VND per person
- Opening Hours: 5:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Quick service but not very enthusiastic. There's complimentary valet parking service available.
1.3. Phuong's Nam Vang Noodle
- Address: 159 An Duong Vuong, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 35,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 3:30 PM – 3:00 AM
The folks in District 5 are well acquainted with Phuong's eatery. Despite its location in a small alley, its quality has spread far and wide, attracting a bustling crowd of diners. Especially during late nights, this District 5 noodle spot truly comes to the rescue. If ever hunger strikes in the wee hours, hopping on a bike and heading over for a bowl of noodles with all the fixings is simply unbeatable.
Serving up a hearty bowl of noodle soup with a variety of toppings like any other place. From meat to pork liver, shrimp, quail eggs, and minced meat. Topped with scallions, fried shallots, and cilantro. Surprisingly delicious flavors await.
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The shop opts for leaner minced meat, resulting in fewer grease spots in the bowl of noodle soup. The broth is light and slightly bland, but you can enhance it with lime, chili, and fish sauce for a richer taste.
2. List of Chinese noodle shops in District 5
2.1. A Hoa Noodle Shop
- Address: 95 Phan Van Tri, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 30,000 – 50,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
A Hoa Noodle Shop has been a part of District 5 residents' lives for nearly 30 years. Saigon food enthusiasts are no strangers to this eatery.
The shop serves both dry and soup noodles with various ingredients such as shrimp dumplings, beef balls, and shrimp/squid. The noodles are blanched in broth and topped with toppings, then garnished with bean sprouts and chives. The broth, cooked with minced meat and pork heart, is fragrant and flavorful.
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To enhance the flavor of the dish, adding chili sauce and black bean sauce is recommended. A bowl costs around 32k, much lower than the average price but the quality is top-notch. That's why the shop is always packed with customers.
In addition to noodle soup, the shop also serves various other dishes such as Thai-style noodles, rice noodle soup, crab noodle soup, stir-fried noodles, etc.
2.2. Way Ky Goat Noodle Soup
- Address: 585 Nguyen Trai, Ward 7, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 40,000 – 60,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
The most distinctive feature of Way Ky Goat is that the goat meat is marinated with Mai Que Lo liquor and various spices. All the goat bones are simmered for hours, resulting in a rich broth from the bones and meat.
Many people stop by to try the goat noodle soup but end up falling in love with the goat noodle soup. Additionally, the shop specially prepares some pickled mustard greens and chili sauce on the side for diners to season according to their preferences. In terms of taste, Way Ky Goat offers a delicious and unique combination.
Photo: WAY KY Goat Noodle Soup
The last name to make it into Digiticket's top recommended Chinese noodle shops in District 5 is Way Ky Goat. The location of the shop is right on a one-way street bend, making it easy for first-time visitors to find. Apart from that small drawback, the food here speaks for itself in terms of both price and quality. The dishes here are cooked with rich and exotic Chinese flavors.
2.3. Lục Ky Noodle House
- Address: 03 Nguyen An Apartment, Ward 11, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 45,000 – 70,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Lục Ky Noodle House specializes in wonton noodles, dumplings, various types of noodles, and especially deer satay noodle soup. In District 5 and even in Saigon, this dish is rare. If it's your first time trying this dish, you may find it strange, but by the second or third bite, you'll appreciate its delicious taste.
Unlike regular noodle soup, deer satay noodle soup has a reddish-brown broth similar to red wine sauce, but thinner. The deer meat is tender and plentiful, with crunchy peanuts and fragrant basil leaves complementing the distinctive spicy aroma of satay. This dish is rich, fragrant, and incredibly delicious.
Photo: Luc Ky Noodle House
In addition to deer satay noodle soup, there's also beef stew noodle soup with rich broth and tender/stewed meat or mixed seafood wonton noodle soup with sweet shrimp flavor, chewy noodles, and high-quality wonton dumplings.
3. Other delicious noodle shops in District 5
3.1. Can Noodle Shop
- Address: 110 Hung Vuong Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 60,000 – 80,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
This District 5 noodle shop stands out for its relatively 'pricey' range, but the quality and quantity are proportional. The ingredients for District 5 noodle soup are very diverse. From various seafood like shrimp and squid to barbecue pork, ribs, beef balls, minced meat, heart, liver,...
You can choose your favorite toppings or go straight for a mixed bowl (ribs, barbecue pork, minced meat, shrimp) to fully experience its deliciousness.
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From the broth to the food, everything is highly praised by many customers. The broth has a rich flavor, just add some chili and lime for a better taste. The dry noodles also come with a rich and slightly sweet sauce. The noodles are chewy, the tender pork ribs, crunchy shrimp, barbecue pork, or pig liver are all delicious.
In addition to noodle soup, the shop also sells famous steamed buns.
3.2. Ba Do Pork Rib Noodle Soup
- Address: 132E Nguyen Tri Phuong, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 42,000đ – 55,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM
Unlike other District 5 noodle shops that usually only open in the morning, Ba Do Pork Rib Noodle Soup specializes in evening to late-night service. So, it's a go-to spot for many night owls in Saigon.
A regular bowl costs 42K and will surely fill you up. But if you're really hungry, you can order the special bowl which costs a bit more but comes with richer toppings. It still includes plenty of shrimp, tender meat slices, minced meat, pig liver, and even pork ribs.
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The broth is subtly sweet, not overly seasoned with MSG. However, if you dine late, the broth might be slightly salty. The vegetables are clean and fresh, and you can ask for extra for free. The fried dough sticks cost 5k per serving.
The downside is that the seating area can be a bit hot and stuffy. If you visit during peak hours, you might have to wait quite a while for your food, or you might have to leave because there are no available tables.
3.3. Bangkok Restaurant – Thai Noodle Soup
- Address: 377 Nguyen Trai, Ward 7, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 37,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 1:30 PM – 11:30 PM
A rare Thai restaurant in District 5 offers incredibly delicious Thai-style noodle soup.
The menu is extremely diverse. From appetizers like salad to main courses such as Pad Thai, noodle soups, clear noodle soups, individual hot pots,... to desserts: Thai desserts, agar jelly, flan,... There are many dishes like these but all of them are of high quality, especially the Thai noodle soup.
A complete bowl includes: beef balls, fish balls, pork ribs, shrimp, and squid. The Thai-style broth is sour and spicy with an eye-catching orange color.
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This eatery meets all the criteria of being delicious, nutritious, and affordable, so it's always crowded. Not only students but also older customers enjoy this District 5 noodle soup dish.
3.4. Fish Noodle Soup 477
- Address: 477 Phan Van Tri, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: 37,000 VND/person
- Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
This District 5 noodle soup spot is a familiar face to Saigonese. This nameless noodle soup joint has been around for over 10 years, serving hot and high-quality breakfasts, albeit not in the Chinatown area.
Here, the recipe follows the traditional flavors of the Chinese. The fish noodle soup bowl features chewy noodles, tender pieces of catfish fillet without bones, making it more enjoyable. Lastly, it's garnished with cilantro and vegetables. The broth is clear, not oily, enhancing the sweetness of the fish.
Photo: Trinh Thanh
In addition to the fish noodle soup, the eatery also offers beef stew and wonton soup, which are favored by customers. The place has a spacious and clean environment. The kitchen area is visible from the restaurant, allowing you to observe the chefs at work. Note that they run out of food quickly, so it's best to arrive early.
Above is the list of 10 quality District 5 noodle soup spots that Mytour has compiled. Hopefully, this article will help you choose a reputable place to enjoy this dish. Don't forget to visit Mytour Blog for more useful culinary information!
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