Top 15 Delectable Dishes for Just 10k in Saigon on a Shoestring

Strolling down any street in Saigon, you're bound to stumble upon stalls selling Mixed Rice Paper. This dish has become an indispensable part of the local culinary culture. The chewy rice paper is mixed with dried shrimp, dried squid, fried shallots, beef jerky, quail eggs, along with a hint of sour mango, fragrant coriander, and spicy satay sauce, creating an exquisite blend of flavors. A serving for just 10k is enough to enjoy throughout the afternoon. Many generations of students have fond memories of this humble snack, craving it even years later.

Recommended spots:

• Chu Vien Mixed Rice Paper - 38 Nguyen Thuong Hien, Ward 5, District 3, renowned for its delicious mixed rice paper in Saigon, priced at 10k for a regular serving, and 20k for a special one.
• Chu Long Mixed Rice Paper - 34 Nguyen Thuong Hien, Ward 5, District 3
• Sister Thuy's - Mixed Rice Paper - 51 Street No. 3, KP. 4, P. Binh An, District 2

Dim Sum Dumplings are a favorite among many generations of students due to their affordability and delicious taste. Nowhere else in the world can you find such a variety of unique Dim Sum experiences like on the sidewalks of Saigon. They're not steamed individually like in restaurants but rather steamed together in a large pot, especially notable is the mixed dipping sauce made from vinegar and soy sauce served with coriander and fried shallots. The chewy outer layer wraps around a filling of shrimp and meat, topped with fried shallots and coriander. Drizzled with a sweet soy sauce and a hint of chili sauce, it's enough to tantalize anyone's taste buds.

Recommended spots:

• 201 Le Quang Sung, District 6, can be considered the cheapest Dim Sum spot in Saigon with each dumpling priced at only 1k, yet of superb quality.
• Dim Sum cart at the corner of Co Giang and De Tham, District 1.
• A small eatery located at the corner of Tran Khac Chan and Tran Khanh Du, District 1
• Dim Sum Quan - 418/3 Tran Phu, Ward 7, District 5

Savor the unique blend of flavors in 3. Rolled rice paper with butter and tamarind sauce.

Experience the tantalizing combination of ingredients in Rolled rice paper with butter and tamarind sauce, where flavorsome bites await.

Craving something unique? Try the fish cake sandwich

Indulge in the hot, crispy fish cake sandwich - a must-try delicacy in Saigon

Treat yourself to the crispy rice with fragrant shallot oil

Experience the irresistible allure of crispy rice topped with savory shallot-infused oil

Treat yourself to the enticing grilled rice paper

Savor the delicious grilled rice paper with a variety of savory toppings

Delight in the classic crab soup

Savor the familiar and affordable crab soup, perfect for a light meal

Try the delicious quail egg cakes

Savor the delightful quail egg cakes with a crispy exterior and flavorful toppings

Experience the distinctive cao quy linh with honey

Savor the refreshing cao quy linh infused with honey, a specialty of the Chinese cuisine

Enjoy the creamy fruit yogurt

Savor the delectable creamy fruit yogurt

Try the delightful fish-shaped taiyaki cake

Experience the famous Japanese taiyaki cake

Try the unique jelly flan cake

Try the delightful jelly flan cake

Discover the enticing sesame bun

Experience the delectable salted egg custard bun

Discover the triangular-shaped hot dog bun

Indulge in the delectable hot dog bun

Experience the iconic dish Hủ Tiếu Gõ

Savor the authentic Hủ Tiếu Gõ