A Collection of Original Ho Chi Minh Local Delights — From Banh Mi Huynh Hoa to Lunch Lady
Ho Chi Minh City is a large area, so using Grab for transportation is essential. Most famous old shops only accept cash, and places like Banh Mi Huynh Hoa have long lines during the evening peak, so it is quiet between 3 and 4 PM. Factory-made ice (cylindrical with holes) is generally safe for street food.
Anti-American Huynh Hoa
반미 후인호아
Per Hoa Pasteur
퍼 호아 파스퇴르
Com Tam Baguen
껌떰 바기엔
Bentan Market
벤탄 시장
Lunch Lady (Nguyen Thi Thanh)
런치 레이디 (응우옌티탄)
Anti-American Huynh Hoa
반미 후인호아
The best old banh mi spot in Ho Chi Minh City. It is packed with meat like a bomb, and one serving is enough for a full meal.
Per Hoa Pasteur
퍼 호아 파스퇴르
A representative old restaurant specializing in Southern-style rice noodles. The twisted breadsticks (Cha Gio Quoi) on the table are charged based on the amount consumed.
Com Tam Baguen
껌떰 바기엔
A renowned restaurant for Com Tam (charcoal-grilled pork ribs over rice) that has even been listed in the Michelin Guide. The smoke from the grilling ribs acts as a signpost for the alley.
Bentan Market
벤탄 시장
It is a good place to sample a variety of dishes, such as Banh Xeo and Bun Thit Nuong, at the food court inside the market. Bargaining is a must.
Lunch Lady (Nguyen Thi Thanh)
런치 레이디 (응우옌티탄)
A noodle stall introduced by Anthony Bourdain. The charm is that the noodle menu changes every day of the week.
