Buzz
Indulge in grilled goat breast, lemongrass-marinated beef, pig tongue marinated in chili fish sauce, or spicy grilled octopus, accompanied by a refreshing glass of iced tea to end your day on a satisfying note.
A must-visit for travelers to Saigon: Cheap and delicious barbecue joint
As evening approaches, a quiet alley in district 11 suddenly comes alive with the buzz of a modest barbecue spot. Specializing in grilled and hotpot dishes, the standout feature here is the diverse charcoal-grilled menu, offering options like beef, pork, deer, rabbit, crocodile, and ostrich, each marinated uniquely.
Tips for enjoying the barbecue: Avoid overcooking lemongrass-marinated beef, as it tends to dry out. Pig tongue marinated with a hint of fish sauce and crushed chili provides a satisfying crunch. Tender ribs, pork marinated in chili sauce, and rabbit stir-fried with bread offer both flavor and satiety. Not to be missed are the thinly sliced pig breasts and octopus marinated in spicy sauce, beloved by all. Customize your spice level by requesting the chef to adjust the chili. Complement your meal with a side of pickled vegetables to balance the richness of the grilled dishes.
Most grilled dishes are served with a pre-made dipping sauce, lightly seasoned for optimal flavor. Corn and eggplant are popular choices among diners to grill alongside meat, with each plate of vegetables priced at an additional 10,000 VND. Clean and fresh, these vegetables require no marination prior to grilling. To enhance the flavor, briefly dip them in the meat juices or a bowl of cooking oil before grilling. Grilling over charcoal imparts a fragrant and evenly cooked texture to the meat, though vigilance is required to prevent burning.
The venue offers two spaces for your preference: Indoors is cozy but often crowded, leading to post-meal smokiness. Outdoors is cooler, although lacking sufficient lighting after dark with only street lamps, slightly inconvenient, especially on hot or rainy days. Arriving around 7 to 8 PM usually entails a wait due to the high volume of patrons.
Location: At the end of Nhật Tảo street, district 11. Open from 5 PM to 10:30 PM.
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourSeptember 7, 2016
