Food guide

Taste Vietnam, region by region

A local-first food guide to the dishes that make every stop in Vietnam worth slowing down for. Click any region to explore signature dishes and local tasting notes.

Three distinctive food worlds

Start with the region you're visiting

Each region has its own pace, pantry, and dishes worth building into your trip.

Hanoi · Ha Long · Ninh Binh

Northern Vietnam

Clean, balanced & deeply comforting

Northern food lets fresh herbs, clear broths, and carefully balanced seasoning speak for themselves.

Must try

Phở bòBún chảChả cáEgg coffeeBún thangBánh cuốn

Huế · Da Nang · Hoi An

Central Vietnam

Bold, fragrant & full of character

Expect chili warmth, layered broths, and memorable recipes shaped by royal kitchens and coastal markets.

Must try

Bún bò HuếMì QuảngCao lầuWhite rose dumplingsBánh bèoCơm hến

Ho Chi Minh City · Mekong Delta

Southern Vietnam

Bright, generous & irresistibly lively

Southern dishes bring a little sweetness, plenty of herbs, and the sociable energy of streetside dining.

Must try

Cơm tấmBánh mìBánh xèoHủ tiếuGỏi cuốnVietnamese coffee

A taste of Vietnam

Northern Vietnam, one bite at a time

From Hanoi broth to small shared plates, discover the comforting details behind northern favorites.

Hanoi signature

Phở bò Hà Nội

Bún chả Hà Nội

Egg coffee (Cà phê trứng)

Bánh cuốn, chả cá & bún thang

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