1. Aunt Nguyet's Grilled Rice Paper
Aunt Nguyet's Grilled Rice Paper is one of the crowded rice paper spots in District 2, Ho Chi Minh City. Aunt Nguyet's grilled rice paper is like a fried egg, once you've tasted it, you'll hardly find a place that suits your taste anymore. Some customers have been loyal to Aunt Nguyet's grilled rice paper for 5 or 6 years and still prefer its taste over any other place. Aunt Nguyet's shop is always busy, sometimes customers have to queue up to wait for Aunt Nguyet's grilled rice paper.
The shop specializes in grilled rice paper with 4 types: fried egg rice paper, beaten egg rice paper, soft onion rice paper, and crispy onion rice paper. Although there are only 4 types in the menu, customers are addicted to the food at the shop. Order the rice paper and wait for Aunt Nguyet to grill it, then we can cut the cake ourselves. Especially the soft onion rice paper is grilled with sauce, so it's very delicious, the sauce blends with the onions very well.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: Street No. 7, Binh Khanh, District 2
Opening hours: 14:00 - 22:00
2. Snack Alley at Gia Dinh Park
Just like other cheap and tasty street food stalls in Saigon, Snack Alley at Gia Dinh Park offers a wide variety of snacks for locals and tourists near the park. Here you can find famous snacks like mixed rice paper, grilled sweet potato, sautéed corn, grilled corn, sausage, bread, etc.
The prices range from 10,000 VND to 30,000 VND for each dish. With just about 20,000 VND, you can eat to your heart's content. This place gathers many delicious snacks at affordable prices, allowing you to eat freely without worrying about the cost. Among the countless tasty snacks, this snack alley is famous for grilled dishes like Grilled Squid, Grilled Octopus, Grilled Corn, ...
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: Hoang Minh Giam Street, Phu Nhuan District
Opening hours: 16:00 - 23:00
3. Aunt Hong - Mixed Rice Paper Rolls
This street isn't very long, but it's packed with dozens of mixed rice paper roll stalls lined up side by side. This is the street famously known as the 'Mixed Rice Paper Roll Street in Saigon,' and Aunt Hong - Mixed Rice Paper Rolls can be said to be the oldest and highest quality stall on this street.
The stall offers a wide variety of toppings and is always clean and tidy, with each box always filled to the brim, looking extremely tempting. A portion of the rice paper roll includes: shredded rice paper, a bit of dried beef, dried squid, along with cilantro, mango, chili sauce, special beef sauce, and a few quail eggs. Just mixing all these ingredients together is enough to make all the teens in the neighborhood 'addicted,' isn't it?
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 23 Street No. 11, District 4
Opening hours: 10:00 - 23:59
4. Mrs. Bac - Mixed Rice Paper Rolls
CallMrs. Bac - Mixed Rice Paper Rolls is one of the famous destinations for delicious mixed rice paper rolls among the young Saigonese. The mixed rice paper roll has a thick layer of egg, onions, and dried beef sprinkled on top to enhance the deliciousness and crispiness of the dish. When the mixed rice paper roll is grilled over charcoal until it's piping hot, the egg, rice paper, and even the onions will be cooked and brought to the table for the customers of the stall.
Mrs. Bac - Mixed Rice Paper Rolls is very famous, and the dishes at the stall are also very diverse and updated over time. The stall is considered a sidewalk eatery invested in by its spacious, airy, clean space, and it's very reassuring to use food in such a space. Despite being a sidewalk eatery, the bills or orders of customers are all handled using technology software to ensure everything is standardized even during peak hours.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 40 Street No. 11, District 4
Phone: 0283 940 2318
Opening hours: 09:00 - 22:30
5. Affordable Street Food Alley
Located at alley 76 on Hai Ba Trung street, District 1, Saigon's affordable street food alley has become a favorite spot for office workers. Here, you can find a variety of delicious street food items priced at under 15,000 VND. From around 4 PM to 6 PM, this alley bustles with customers buying and selling all sorts of goodies like durian sticky rice, jackfruit sticky rice, fried rice, various types of noodles, bread, sausages, and more. Feel free to come here and indulge in some delightful snacks.
The ingredients are carefully selected and seasoned, resulting in mouthwatering and aromatic grilled dishes. The evenings here are bustling, so try to come early to enjoy all the delicious treats. The prices are quite reasonable, ranging from 20,000 to 50,000 VND, making it affordable for students as well.
Contact Information:
Address: Alley 76, Hai Ba Trung street, District 1
Opening hours: 14:00 - 17:00
6. University Village Food Court
University Village Food Court is hailed as the culinary paradise of the National University of Ho Chi Minh City, where more than 50 stalls gather offering a variety of specialties from different regions. This is the ideal destination for students with a penchant for snacks and a desire for prices under 15,000 VND. The prices of dishes here range from 10,000 to 15,000 VND, which is very suitable for students.
From simple to complex snacks, this food court has it all, making it the ultimate snack haven in Saigon. Here, you can find snacks like: Egg cake, Popiah, Grilled lotus seeds, Mixed rice paper, Peach tea, Milk tea,... Particularly, the most famous dish here is stir-fried corn. The aroma of the stir-fried corn is captivating, with firm and flavorful corn kernels.
Contact Information:
Address: University Village, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 16:00 - 22:30
7. Aunt Hoa's Rice Paper Sandwiches
CallAunt Hoa's Rice Paper Sandwiches is one of the bustling snack stalls in District 4, a snack paradise bustling with people that's hard to resist. If you want to come to Aunt Hoa's and be able to sit comfortably, with space to enjoy, come in the late afternoon when the weather is cool and the crowd isn't too overwhelming. With delicious snacks and reasonable prices, there's nothing that can stop you and your friends from coming.
Aunt Hoa's Rice Paper Sandwiches offers a variety of dishes: crispy rice paper sandwiches with egg, soft pate-filled rice paper sandwiches, assorted crispy rice paper, crispy rice paper with dried shredded pork, crispy pate-filled rice paper, mixed rice paper, mango with fish sauce,... every dish is delicious and enticing. Grilled dishes are better enjoyed on the spot; takeaway might compromise their crispiness and flavor, so customers often choose to dine in for a more authentic taste.
Contact Information:
Address: 209/105 Ton That Thuyet Street, Ward 3, District 4
Phone: 0908 228 087
Opening hours: 15:30 - 21:00
8. Ngoc Nga - Assorted Flan Cakes
CallNgoc Nga - Assorted Flan Cakes is a popular spot serving delicious treats to the young crowd of Saigon. The place gets packed in the evenings, so when you visit Ngoc Nga - Assorted Flan Cakes, you'll experience a bustling atmosphere filled with laughter and conversation. The eatery is quite small with two floors: ground and upper, and people sit close together but still enjoy themselves.
The flan here is extremely famous, always attracting a crowd and requiring a wait. Because of its delicious offerings and reasonable prices, customers always choose this spot to come and indulge. The menu features many tasty items: Blueberry Yogurt, Milk Pudding, Peach Yogurt, Chocolate Yogurt, Flan, Coconut Cheese Jelly, Green Tea Flan, Cheese Flan, Durian Coconut Jelly,... Additionally, the service style is fast, cheerful, very enthusiastic, and attentive, with parking available, making it convenient for customers to dine in.
Contact Information:
Address: F88, Hoang Dieu, Ward 8, District 4
Phone: 0906 662 652
Opening Hours: 16:00 - 22:00
9. Kim Thao Balut Eggs
Call NowKim Thao Balut Eggs is a bustling eatery, selling up to 1,000 eggs on some nights, and its customers are always numerous and continuously served. Kim Thao Balut Eggs has been operating for nearly 8 years, providing Saigon's youth with a delicious, affordable snack option, particularly with its unique flavor that keeps customers coming back for more.
The snack menu isn't extensive, with the main item being balut eggs accompanied by peanuts, sugarcane juice,... Kim Thao Balut Eggs are boiled with coconut water, giving them a sweet taste, with the embryos still tender. The dipping sauce, made with salt, pepper, and chili, adds a distinct flavor to the eggs, setting them apart from other establishments. Despite being a small eatery, Kim Thao Balut Eggs is always clean and airy, which helps attract a wider range of customers.
Contact Information:
Address: 104 Xuan Thuy, District 2
Phone: 0937 610 714
Opening Hours: 13:45 - 22:00
10. Crab Soup - Daisy Blossom
Crab Soup - Daisy Blossom is one of the renowned crab soups in Saigon, favored by many locals and frequented by numerous residents. The crab in this establishment is cooked to perfection, with tender chicken meat and mushrooms adding to its naturally rich and savory flavor.
Crab Soup - Daisy Blossom is typically served in bowls or containers for takeout. The soup is best enjoyed hot with a dash of pepper, a splash of vinegar, and various other spices. The shop operates only during the day, so you can drop by to purchase anytime.
Contact Information:
Address: 1 Daisy Blossom, Ward 7, Phu Nhuan District
Opening Hours: 15:00 - 21:00
11. Beef Offal Stew by Mrs. Thao
For customers passionate about phá lấu, Phá Lấu Bò Cô Thảo is an unmissable spot, renowned for its delicious phá lấu served with consistent quality over the years. Many loyal customers swear by Cô Thảo's phá lấu, expressing sentiments like, 'Whenever I crave phá lấu, I always come here even though it's a bit far from home. I've tried almost every phá lấu stall in this alley, but only Cô Thảo's phá lấu suits my taste perfectly.' While phá lấu may seem similar, not all are equally delicious, hence people pass on recommendations for the best phá lấu spots, leading to an increasingly crowded Cô Thảo's place.
Phá Lấu Bò Cô Thảo is seasoned just right, with large yet tender pieces of phá lấu that are easy to eat, leaving you wanting more. When visiting Cô Thảo's, you can choose between phá lấu in broth or fried phá lấu, both expertly prepared by Cô Thảo herself, ensuring a delightful experience. Typically, Cô Thảo serves a bowl of soup on the side for dipping bread, adding to the convenience for customers.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 243/29G Tôn Đản, Ward 15, District 4
Opening hours: 12:00 - 22:00
12. Snack Haven - Dang Van Ngu Fried Fish Balls
CallIn the sea of fried fish ball vendors, Snack Haven - Fried Fish Balls still stands out with two signature items that always sell like hotcakes: cheese-stuffed fish balls and salted egg-wrapped fish cakes. Besides these crowd favorites, the menu offers a wide variety including sausages, fish balls, quail eggs, surimi shrimp, and dumplings...
Prices range from 5,000 VND to 15,000 VND per skewer. You can choose freely, and everything will be served in a cute little pan. Fried fish balls have long been a familiar snack for the youth. This snack is becoming increasingly popular, available in every district, every street, making it easily accessible.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 176 Dang Van Ngu, Phu Nhuan District
Phone: 0909 041 289
Opening hours: 09:00 - 22:30
Call13. Street Food Hub 200 - Xom Chieu
If you're into street food and looking for snacks under 15,000 VND, you can head over to the Xom Chieu street food area, District 4. Here, you can indulge in various snacks such as sausages, shaken sweet potatoes, and famous rice paper. Especially, each dish here is priced from only 10,000 VND, very suitable for students.
Snacks from simple to complex are all available here, making this street food hub the ultimate snacking paradise in Saigon. They sell snacks like: Egg cakes, Rolled beef with vegetables, Grilled lotus root, Mixed rice paper, Peach tea, Milk tea,... Particularly, the most famous dish here is stir-fried corn. Stir-fried corn spreads an irresistible aroma, with firm and flavorful corn kernels.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: Market 200, Xom Chieu, District 4
Opening hours: 17:00 - 22:00
14. Mrs. Thuy - Grilled Rice Paper
CallMrs. Thuy - Grilled Rice Paper is a familiar spot for fans of Dalat-style grilled rice paper, so it's quite crowded here. The owner has to constantly grill the rice paper to serve the guests. You'll have to wait a bit to get your hands on the delicious grilled rice paper, but rest assured, the wait is totally worth it.
The rice paper here is very similar to Dalat-style grilled rice paper, with a thin and crispy crust grilled on hot charcoal and delivered to you right after it's done. Despite its price of less than 30,000 VND, the rice paper is generously filled. Would you like to give it a try with Mytour?
Contact Information:
Address: 13 Street 12, District 2
Phone: 0987 198 022
Opening Hours: 14:00 - 21:00
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/banhtrangnuongcothuy/
Call15. Phan Dang Luu Steamed Cake
Call NowSoft cake, fragrant filling, and delicious fish sauce, all blend perfectly, an indescribably delicious taste... and the best part is you won't feel tired of it. Those who love steamed cakes probably know about Phan Dang Luu Steamed Cake, one of the few places selling steamed cakes in Saigon.
The eatery is humble but the food quality is outstanding. The steamed cakes here are attractive with their golden color, the hot steamed cakes scooped into a bowl, topped with a bit of filling like minced meat sautéed with wood ear mushrooms, dried shrimp, fried shallots, and sweet fish sauce. Order a bowl of hot steamed cakes, add some fish sauce and ground chili, and you've awakened your taste buds. Although it's a humble eatery, many people know it for its delicious steamed cakes and its special charm. The prices are reasonable, and you can enjoy them at the eatery or buy a box to take home.
Contact Information:
Address: 116/2/3 Phan Dang Luu, Ward 3, Phu Nhuan District
Phone: 0283 990 4211
Opening Hours: 13:30 - 21:00