Saigon eats sweeter, richer, and later than Hanoi, and it is far more willing to absorb something new. 20 bookable food tours below — plus the neighbourhoods and dishes the city is built around.
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The guide
Saigon eats sweeter, richer, and later than Hanoi, and it is far more willing to absorb something new. The south had money, French colonial habits, and a Chinese business community in Cholon, and the food shows all three. Broths carry sugar. Herbs arrive by the plateful. Portions are larger. The city is also the one place in Vietnam where street food, mall food courts, and serious restaurants coexist without anyone finding it strange. Motorbikes are the delivery infrastructure and the seating plan; a great many meals here are eaten within a metre of one.
Where to focus
Four neighbourhoods to anchor a few days of eating
District 1
The centre, with Ben Thanh market and most of the hotels. Convenient, more expensive than anywhere else here, and still full of decent street stalls on the side lanes.
District 3
Next to the centre and much more residential. Com tam counters, banh mi carts, and the coffee shops locals actually sit in.
Cholon (District 5)
The Chinese quarter, the largest in Vietnam. Herbal soups, roast meats, and hu tieu stalls that have run for generations.
Binh Thanh
Across the canal and rapidly changing. Night food streets, seafood restaurants, and prices that drop the further from District 1 you go.
What to eat
The dishes the city is known for
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Com tam
· Broken rice with grilled pork chop, shredded pork skin, and a steamed egg cake. Saigon's own dish, eaten at any hour. - 02
Banh mi
· Richer than the northern version, with more pate, mayonnaise, and pickle. Sold from carts on nearly every corner before 9:00. - 03
Hu tieu
· Clear pork noodle soup with Chinese-Cambodian roots, served dry or in broth. The Cholon versions are the ones to seek out. - 04
Banh xeo
· Turmeric rice flour crepe filled with pork and shrimp, wrapped in mustard leaf and herbs, dipped in fish sauce. Eaten with your hands. - 05
Goi cuon
· Fresh rice paper rolls with pork, shrimp, and herbs, served cold with peanut sauce. Not fried, and not spring rolls. - 06
Ca phe sua da
· Robusta dripped through a metal filter over condensed milk and ice. Strong enough to change the shape of an afternoon.
Practical notes
Meal timing, tipping, payment
Breakfast stalls run from 6:00 and clear out by 10:00. Lunch 11:00 to 13:00. Street food resumes from around 17:00 and runs late, particularly in Districts 3 and 5. Cash in small notes for anything on the pavement. Traffic makes short distances slow; a ride app is cheap and easier than crossing on foot. Tipping is not expected.
All 20 food tours
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Top Notch Street Food Motorbike Tour In Ho Chi Minh City
Guided 50,000+ travelers since 2019, this tour partners with local chefs to offer high-quality, small-group tours that are fun, engaging, and – most importantly – uniquely true to Saigon and SAFE for all ages. Hundreds
4h - 02
Super Niche Walking Street Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
We believe the best way to experience Ho Chi Minh City is through a FOOD TOUR :) Our uniqueness comes from the absolute best southern dishes and easy-to-walk routes. This food tour even caters to Vietnamese locals - that
4h - 03
Private Street Food Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Explore the food scene of Ho Chi Minh City from the back of a motorbike and sample typical Vietnamese foods on this 4-hour night tour. This private, guided tour will take you to experience the vibrant streets and night m
4h - 04
Private Street Food Tour by Motorbike/Car with Local Students
⭐Warning: We will not take you to tourist places. ⭐NOTHING'S FANCY. EVERYTHING'S REAL ⭐Your safety is our first priority! Good and safe drivers ⭐Everything is included in the price, both the tour and the tastings We wil
4h from $70 - 05
Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy an amazing night out with this 4 hour street food walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Meet your local guides in the evening then you will be taken to the streets of the city to explore some of the world's most exciti
4h - 06
Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings
Embark on a vibrant culinary adventure in Ho Chi Minh City, sampling 12 authentic street food delights. Your tasting journey includes: starting with a savory specialty, choosing between Grilled Pork Vermicelli (Bún Thịt
4h - 07
Saigon Afternoon Unseen Street Food by Scooter |Opt: Ao Dai Rider
At 1:00 PM, our guide will pick you up at your hotel First stop: drink coffee at local coffee shop and visit the bunker containing the weapons to attack independent palace in 1968 After that, we will drive you to Nguyen
4h - 08
Saigon Night Sights & Local Food by Motorbike| Opt: Ao Dai Riders
At 5.30pm, your English speaking tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or specified place. Our first destination is the statue of Thich Quang Duc. Then we will stop at a local restaurant to try Hue noodle soup. After
4h - 09
Afternoon Saigon Unseen Adventure by Scooter |Opt: Ao Dai Riders
At 1:00pm, our English speaking driver team will pick you up. 1.We will learn about the mysterious story of the Thich Quang Duc monument 2. drink coffee at local coffee shop and visit the bunker containing the weapons
4h - 10
Saigon Evening Food Tour by Scooter
Most of tourists visit Ho Chi Minh City, but not everyone can explore all the awesome Saigon because of their limited time. You want to do it, to explore the HCMC that you have never seen, don't you? That's why in our
4h from $49 - 11
Premium Ho Chi Minh City Motorbike Food Tour (Michelin Optional)
Indulge in a premium 4-hour culinary journey, savoring 7-12 handpicked Vietnamese dishes and cold Saigon beers at 7 exclusive local favorites—hidden gems tourists rarely see. YOUR PREMIUM EXPERIENCE: ⭐ Discover 5 vibran
4h - 12
Ho Chi Minh Night Tour by Motorbikes with Female Rider | KissTour
Your evening begins with a warm welcome from your local female guide, dressed in the iconic blue Ao Dai, before hopping on the back of a motorbike and diving into the energy of Saigon after dark. You’ll cruise across fi
3.5h from $39 - 13
Morning Saigon Unseen+Street Food Tour with Ao Dai Riders Option
At 8:00 AM, our guide will pick you up at your hotel First stop: drink coffee at local coffee shop and visit the bunker containing the weapons to attack independent palace in 1968 After that, we will drive you to Nguyen
4h - 14
Hoi An Countryside Cycling Tour with Basket Boat & fun Cooking
Pick-up from your hotels in Hoi An (1-5km from Hoi An Central)The tour begins with a bicycle ride along the Thu Bon River, where there is no noise from motorbikes, visit a fishing village more than 100 years.Then continu
4h from $49 - 15
Morning Saigon Unseen Adventure Scooter with Ao Dai Riders Option
At 8:00 AM, our English speaking tour guide team will pick you up. 1.We will learn about the mysterious story of the Thich Quang Duc monument 2. drink coffee at local coffee shop and visit the bunker containing the wea
4h - 16
Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour
Bored by the food options that you can easily find yourself? Our uniqueness came from our best choices of good food, and adventurous routes that have ZERO-TOURIST, and I want to state again ZERO-TOURIST. This food tour c
4h - 17
Female Rider: Ho Chi Minh City Food Tasting & Sightseeing Tour
Get the perfect introduction to Saigon on this half-day guided tour. Zip through the traffic on the back of a motorbike with our friendly tour guide and excellent drivers. WHY BOOK WITH US : ⭐ Your safety is our first p
3h - 18
Saigon Street Food & Hidden Alleys on Motorbike– 7/9/12 Tastings
We are not just another food tour or a standard sightseeing trip. This is a multi-sensory journey designed to help you not just see Saigon, but taste, feel, and understand the real heartbeat of this city. The Perfect Co
4h - 19
A Taste of Vietnam
A Once in a Lifetime, Can't Miss, Food Tour Experience for Everyone! A fun night out trying delicious Vietnamese Food on our Taste of Vietnam is the only way to spend a night in Ho Chi Minh City. We will travel to dif
4h from $114 - 20
Ho Chi Minh Street Food Tour By Motorbike (Unique & Authentic)
Hop on a scooter and experience Saigon the local way. We’ll eat our way through some of the city’s best street food spots, sharing stories, laughs, and real local flavors along the way — no rush, no tourist traps. As the
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Frequently asked
- How much do food tours in Ho Chi Minh City cost?
- Roughly $39–$114 per person, with the median around $49.
- When should I book?
- One to two weeks ahead in peak season; same-day is sometimes possible off-peak but limits choice.