We all know Vietnam is an absolute legend when it comes to street food and if you want to make the most of your time and stomach space youll want to head out with an in-the-know local to pick out the best of the best of Saigons street food. Put your eating pants on and follow us

Our Saigon food tour kicks off with some authentic local appetizers such as Hu Tieu Bo Kho Beef stew with noodles and xa xui Cantonese barbecued pork Learn how Chinese food has been integrated into Vietnamese cuisine as you inhale the spicy flavours of the street stalls and watch local life unfold before your eyes in the heart of Saigon.

Our immersion into local life continues as we make our way to the corner of Nguyen Cong Tru and Calmette for a unique street food called banh bo banh tieu which recalls memories of many Saigoneses childhoods.

This spot is also a good place to learn about Calmette and Yersin the two disciples of Pasteur who greatly contributed to the health system in Vietnam. The Pasteur Institute in Saigon is the first one outside of France and was set up by Calmette and the one in Nha Trang was started by Yersin who was also the founder of the University of Medicine of Hanoi and discovered the bacteria that causes Black Death. This is why these three names are among the last remaining French names in HCMC.

On the way to our next food stop we will pass by Chua Ba Thien Hau which means the Goddess of the Sea. This former Chinese community house honours Chinese immigration to Saigon through the different periods of Cantonese Teochew and Hakka.

It wouldnt be a true local experience without enjoying coffee the way Saigonese coffee aficionados do on a daily basis. Well head to a popular local gem of Saigon to enjoy a cup. Well show you the local style of taking your coffee and youll feel right at home

Next up on our Saigon food adventure is another one of the citys iconic street food dishes: bo cuon mo chai barbecued beef meatballs and fried rice flour cake with egg. These dishes are some of the most popular and preferred dishes by southerners and you can find them everywhere from street stalls to fancy restaurants. What makes them so beloved is that the ingredients are so strikingly simple yet the tastes and flavours are truly unforgettable we promise.

Well cap off our Saigon street food tour with what else street beer At this street beer stall well outfit you with a cold Saigon beer with peanuts and rice crackers and taste some deep-fried tofu with lemongrass or salted egg yolk with green chilli. This is a great chance to mingle with locals not a bad way to end the evening is it?

Weve reached the end but your local guide is happy to provide tips for exploring the area further or assist you in getting a taxi back to your accommodation.

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We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change dependent on availability on the day.

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Meeting point: Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum, 97A Pho Duc Chinh Street, District 1. Meeting point instructions: Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time End point: De Tham street, Co Giang, District 1. Duration: 3 hours Included: Guide. All food and drink samples indicated in the itinerary (Hu Tieu Bo Kho (Beef stew with noodles), xa xiu (Cantonese barbecued pork or duck), Bo la lot (barbecued minced beef), fried rice flour cake with egg, flan cake (also called crème Caramel). Teacoffee or BeerSoft drink with peanuts or rice crackers Not included: Hotel pick-updrop-off. Additional food and drinks Mandatory instructions: Please ensure you have answered the mandatory questions during the booking process to ensure the correct provision of service. Please note we can cater for the following dietary requirements: gluten free and vegetarian (with limited food options). Please note that this tour visits independent, family-owned businesses whose operating schedules and menus may change. Therefore, street food venues and local dishes often vary; your local guide will make any final adjustments on the spot. We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day Recommendations: Please wear light and comfortable clothing. Wear comfortable shoes as this tour covers 2.4km (1.5 miles) of walking Voucher type: Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity. Voucher validity: Service date Supplier name: URBAN ADVENTURES. Emergency Phone: +84 (0) 909 904 100.