Vietnamese food & cuisine
Phở, bánh mì, egg coffee: where, what and how to eat region by region, from street stalls to must-try tables.
Vietnamese cuisine unfolds region by region: phở and bún chả in Hanoi, cao lầu in Hội An, bánh mì and cơm tấm in Saigon. Street food offers the best flavour-to-price ratio — expect €1.50–4 at busy stalls.
Where to start?
- North (Hanoi): morning phở, bún chả at lunch, egg coffee break.
- Central (Huế, Hội An): spicy bún bò Huế, cao lầu and white rose.
- South (Saigon): bánh mì, hủ tiếu and night markets (Bến Thành).
The guides below list must-try dishes, tested addresses and unmissable cafés.
The must-tries
Related destinations
Frequently asked questions
Is street food in Vietnam safe?
Yes, if you pick busy stalls where food is cooked to order. Avoid lukewarm dishes left out in the open.
How much does a meal cost in Vietnam?
A bowl of phở or bánh mì at a street stall: €1.50–3. A local sit-down restaurant: €5–12. Fine dining remains uncommon and pricier (€15–25).
Can you eat vegetarian in Vietnam?
Yes, especially at temples and chay (vegetarian) restaurants. Ask for « chay » or show the word. Note: phở broth often contains beef — specify « phở chay ».
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