Vietnam Food Guide

A complete guide to bánh khọt — the mini coconut-rice pancakes from Vũng Tàu topped with shrimp. Learn how they are made in the special mould pan, how to wrap and eat them, and where to find the best.

The complete guide to bún đậu mắm tôm — Hanoi's iconic shared platter of fried tofu, rice vermicelli and fermented shrimp paste. Learn why the smell is worth it, how to eat it, and where to find the best version.

A complete guide to cơm hến — Huế's unique breakfast dish of cold rice topped with stir-fried baby clams, crispy pork skin, shrimp paste and herbs. Learn why you can only eat the real version in Huế, and how to assemble the perfect bowl.

A complete guide to cháo — Vietnam's rice porridge. From plain white congee to chicken, offal, fish and duck varieties, discover why this simple comfort food is central to Vietnamese daily life and street food culture.

Everything you need to know about chả giò — Vietnam's beloved fried spring rolls. Learn the difference between southern chả giò and northern nem rán, the double-fry technique, classic fillings, and how to eat them properly.

A complete guide to cà ri gà — Vietnam's fragrant coconut milk chicken curry. Learn what sets it apart from other Asian curries, the key ingredients, how it is served with bánh mì or rice, and where to find the best version.

The complete guide to lẩu — Vietnamese hot pot. Discover the most popular styles from spicy Thai-inspired seafood to Mekong Delta fermented fish, how a lẩu meal works, what to cook, and where to find the best in Vietnam.

A complete guide to bò kho — Vietnam's aromatic lemongrass and star anise beef stew. Learn why it's eaten for breakfast with a baguette, its regional variations from Phú Yên, and where to find the best pot.

A complete guide to bánh canh — Vietnam's thick, chewy noodle soup. Learn about the two types of noodles, regional variations from crab to pork hock, and why it is one of the country's most beloved comfort foods.

A complete guide to bún mắm — the bold, fermented fish noodle soup from Vietnam's Mekong Delta. Discover its Khmer origins, complex broth, extravagant toppings, and why Sóc Trăng makes the definitive version.

A complete guide to bánh bèo — the delicate steamed rice cakes from Huế topped with dried shrimp and crispy pork rind. Learn about the full central Vietnamese small-cake tradition, how to eat them, and where to find the best.

The complete guide to chả cá Lã Vọng — Hanoi's iconic 150-year-old turmeric fish dish cooked table-side with masses of fresh dill. Learn the history, the recipe, how to eat it with shrimp paste, and where to find the original.