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1. Saigon Broken Rice
Saigon Broken Rice Dish (Photo by ST)
When visiting Saigon for a retreat, missing out on Saigon broken rice would be a regrettable oversight. This dish is the signature of Saigon and is beloved by many travelers. The unique flavor has made Saigon broken rice a must-try specialty for anyone visiting Saigon. You can explore places serving broken rice with ribs or broken rice with chicken to experience the full aroma of this famous dish.
Saigon Broken Rice Dish (Photo by ST)
Sharing with you some delightful places for tasty broken rice in Saigon: Cali Broken Rice, Ba Ghiền Broken Rice,…
Location of Cali Broken Rice: 5th floor, RomeA Shopping Mall, 117 Nguyễn Đình Chiểu, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price range: 65,000 VND – 85,000 VND.
Ba Ghiền Broken Rice address: 84 Đặng Văn Ngữ, Ward 10, Phú Nhuận District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Price range: 40,000 VND – 66,000 VND.
2. Fish Noodle Soup
Fish Noodle Soup (Photo by ST)
When talking about Saigon specialties, you cannot miss the flavorful fish noodle soup influenced by the Chinese community and beloved by many in Saigon. Fresh snakehead fish is carefully deboned and seasoned with spices to create the main ingredient. The broth, made from pork bones, adds a rich and savory aroma, making this dish famous throughout Saigon. The combination with vermicelli, lettuce, chili, and lime creates a unique flavor for this dish.
Fish Noodle Soup Dish (Photo by ST)
Some recommended places for delicious fish noodle soup:
– Nam Vang Noodle Soup and Fish Noodle Soup with Egg Noodles – Nguyen Thi Minh Khai: 408/37 – 39 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Price range: 30,000 VND – 45,000 VND.
– Fish Noodle Soup – D3 Street: 67 D3 Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Price range: 15,000 VND – 25,000 VND.
3. Nam Vang Noodle Soup
Also known as the “multicultural dish,” Nam Vang noodle soup is another signature of Saigon that travelers should try when exploring this city. With various ingredients, it has become a renowned dish loved by every visitor.
Nam Vang Noodle Soup (Photo by ST)
Some recommended places for delicious Nam Vang noodle soup:
– Quynh Nam Vang Noodle Soup: A65 Nguyen Trai, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: all day
Price range: 69,000 VND – 80,000 VND.
Nam Vang Noodle Soup is a Saigon specialty (Photo by ST)
– Dat Thanh Nam Vang Noodle Soup: 232 Nguyen Thi Thap, Binh Thuan Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Price range: 25,000 VND – 39,000 VND.
4. Dried Beef Salad
Dried Beef Salad (Photo by ST)
Saigon's specialty that many travelers adore is the delicious dried beef salad. You can indulge in this famous dish without getting tired. The youth in Saigon love this dish, so you should definitely try it when traveling here.
Dried Beef Salad Dish (Photo by ST)
Address: Le Van Tam Park, Gate on Hai Ba Trung Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 12:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Price range: 15,000 VND – 22,000 VND.
5. Dim Sum
Dim Sum Dish (Photo by ST)
If you're unsure about which Saigon specialty to try, dim sum is a dish worth considering. It's a popular Chinese-inspired dish loved by many. Saigon's dim sum is similar to dumplings but with more fillings, made from shrimp, meat, and more, creating a delightful flavor. You can visit Ha Ton Quyen Street to savor this unique dish.
Dim Sum is a Saigon specialty (Photo by ST)
Address: 195 Ha Ton Quyen, Ward 4, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Price range: 30,000 VND – 45,000 VND.
6. Fried Rice Flour Cake
Exploring Saigon, you'll have an amazing trip indulging in fried rice flour cake – one of the specialties of Saigon that you should try. Fried rice flour cake is often cut into square pieces on the pan, then mixed with chicken eggs and spring onions, served with a flavorful dipping sauce, creating a delicious and perfect dish. For an authentic taste, choose Dat Thanh Fried Rice Flour Cake.
Fried Rice Flour Cake (Photo by ST)
Address: 277 Vo Van Tan, Ward 5, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Price range: 20,000 VND – 33,000 VND.
7. Mixed Rice Paper
Mixed Rice Paper Dish (Photo by ST)
When touring Saigon, not trying mixed rice paper is truly a missed opportunity. This is one of the specialties of Saigon loved by many and worth trying. Rice paper is shredded and mixed with fried shallots, chili sauce, peanuts, dried beef, quail eggs, mango, creating a delicious and fragrant snack. You will fall in love with this dish when enjoying it at Chu Vien Mixed Rice Paper.
Mixed Rice Paper is a specialty of Saigon (Photo by ST)
Address: 38 Nguyen Thuong Hien, Ward 5, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Price range: 10,000 VND – 22,000 VND.
8. Bubble Tea
In the corners of Saigon's streets, you'll find many shops offering bubble tea with unique flavors beloved by the youth. So, when mentioning Saigon's specialties, don't forget about this delightful beverage – bubble tea. Phuc Long Bubble Tea is a renowned spot with a refreshing ambiance near Bach Dang pier, making it an ideal place for enjoying bubble tea.
Bubble Tea (Photo by ST)
Address: 21 – 23 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ward Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price range: 30,000 VND – 100,000 VND.
9. Bread with Offal Stew
Offal stew is a delicious dish that many people adore. If you're wondering about Saigon's specialties, don't miss out on this one. The rich flavor of the double dipping sauce, combined with the chewiness of pig's ears and the richness of tripe, makes this dish a favorite. Cô Thảo Offal Stew is a great place to enjoy this famous dish's delicious taste.
Bread with Offal Stew (Photo by ST)
Address: 243/29G Tôn Đản, Ward 15, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price range: 10,000 VND – 30,000 VND.
10. Grilled Goat Udder
If you want to savor delicious goat dishes, Trung Son area in District 7 is the go-to place where everyone falls in love. Specialty of Saigon, you can indulge in this dish for a delightful experience. Exploring the delicious local cuisine will make your trip memorable, truly capturing the beauty of Saigon.
Grilled Goat Udder (Photo by ST)
Address: 110A Street 9A, Trung Son Residential Area, Binh Hung Ward, Binh Chanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Price Range: 50,000 VND – 220,000 VND.
