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In Vietnam, breakfast is the most important meal. You can find people rushing to their jobs in the morning, but they’ll always stop and pick up a to-go box or soup. In such a dynamic city as Ho Chi Minh, you can easily start a new day with a great dish.
Good morning! Did you sleep well? We hope you did. Do you have hunger pains that only good food can satisfy? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Here is a guide to what you can have for breakfast in Vietnam, just as the locals do.
Even though some research has said that the Vietnamese spend most of their meal-money on breakfast, this meal still seems to be the cheapest meal of the day. A standard breakfast with a banh mi (Vietnamese baguette) and ca phe sua da (Vietnamese coffee) will cost you only around 20,000 VND (less than 1 USD), or a bowl of noodles with iced tea is around 30,000 VND (about 1.5 USD).
The Vietnamese have their first meal quite early as most people are in rush for school and work. Usually, breakfast time in Vietnam is around 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM, sometimes even as early as 5:30 AM, depending on the job. Everyone tries to at least quickly grab a loaf of banh mi or a takeaway coffee. When it comes to Vietnamese breakfast, it may take hours to give you a full list of recommendations. But do not worry! We are here to guide you on your culinary journey.
Since there are so many options for breakfast in Vietnam, we’re making it easy on you, and listing the ones that we think are the best. Vietnamese noodles are an obvious choice as there are several kinds in the Vietnamese repertoire.
Vietnamese people usually eat soup for their breakfast. You can find here more than ten different kinds of noodles. From North to South, each place has their own style to make their noodles. Whether it is original or influenced recipes, some common things between all dishes are the fantastic taste and a great balance of nutrition. Here are some popular noodle soups the Vietnamese usually have for b
Though pho is the preferred breakfast nationwide, other types of noodles are regional favorites. Many Hanoi residents eat bun thang and bun rieu oc. Bun cha ca is commonly seen in so many breakfast places along the central coastal cities like Da Nang, Quy Nhon, and Nha Trang.
Pho Hoa
Address: 260C Pasteur street, District 3
Business hours: 7 AM – 10:30 PM
Price: 68,000 – 78,000 VND
Pho Hung
Address: 243 Nguyen Trai street, District 1
Business hours: 6:30 AM – 3 AM
Price: 68,000 – 78,000 VND
Pho Le
Address: 413-415 Nguyen Trai street, District 1
Business hours: 6 AM – 1 PM
Price: 64,000 – 77,000 VND
Pho Phu Vuong
Address 1: 120 Nguyen Thai Binh street, District 1
Address 2: 339 Le Van Sy street, Tan Binh District
Business hours: 7 AM – 1 PM and 4 PM – 9:30 PM
Price: 50,000 – 73,000 VND
Pho chay Nhu (vegetarian)
Address: 54 Truong Quyen street, District 1
Business hours: 6 AM – 10 PM
Price: 40,000 VND
Spicy beef noodle soup is another famous dish of Vietnam. It originally is from Hue, the center of Vietnam, and has quickly become popular throughout the country. Because of the spicy flavor and the aromatic scent of the well-cooked broth, this soup is an ideal choice for the first meal of the day.
Just like pho, the broth is the soul of bun bo Hue. It might look simple but it requires a lot of effort to make a good bowl of bun bo. The main ingredient of this soup is beef. The chef boils the beef bones for hours to bring out the sweetness of the marrow. Then he/she spices up the soup by adding shrimp sauce (mam ruoc), lemongrass and purple onion. Bun bo Hue is usually eaten with rice vermicelli. No Vietnamese noodle soup can be completed without a veggie plate. With bun bo Hue, the seller will give you a set of greens including bean sprouts, morning glory, and banana flower.
A bowl of Vietnamese spicy noodle soup is rich in protein, vitamins, and fiber. It can provide enough energy for your body to stay active all morning. Besides, the spicy flavor can efficiently wake your mind up to get ready for the new day ahead.
Do you know…
Instant noodles go well with bun bo Hue broth so you should definitely ask for it.
Noodles for breakfast seems like a really nice option, but what if you’re a busy person? Having time for a bowl of soup might be really hard to manage. No worries! We have just the thing for you!
Amazing “banh mi” can be found from street vendors!
Banh mi is another typical breakfast in Vietnam. If you are a busy individual, grabbing a quick loaf of banh mi on your way to work is a great idea. The French came to Vietnam long ago and left us this awesome baguette. A banh mi sandwich is a harmonious mix of meat, veggies, and tasty sauces. For generations now, the Vietnamese have continued bringing its taste into play and thus, have made it popular worldwide. You will easily find that it’s less fatty and much healthier compared to giant burgers from fast food stores. Having a crispy banh mi with a takeaway ca phe sua da (Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk) is a perfect way to start your day in Vietnam.
Where to find the tastiest banh mi in Ho Chi Minh City
Banh mi heo quay Lien Thai
Address: 95 – 97 Tran Dinh Xu street, District 1
Business hours: 7 AM – 9 PM
Price: 20,000 VND
Banh mi thit nuong (grilled p ork)
Address: 37 Nguyen Trai street, District 1
Business hours: 5 PM – 7:30 PM
Price: 18,000 VND
Banh mi cha ca (fish ball )
Address: 77 Bui Thi Xuan street, District 1
Business hours: 2 PM – 8 PM
Price: 15,000 – 20,000 VND
Banh mi chay Thoi Ke (Vegetarian )
Address: 829 Le Hong Phong street, Ward 12, District 1
Business hours: 9 AM – 9 PM
Price: 10,000 VND
As simple and convenient as banh mi, xoi (Vietnamese steamed sticky rice) is our next on-the-go breakfast suggestion. Walking along the streets in any Vietnamese city, you will easily encounter female vendors carrying bamboo poles with hanging baskets at both ends skillfully balanced on their shoulders. Many of these women make their living with daily xoi baskets.
Regarding its taste, there are basically two types of xoi: xoi ngot (sweet sticky rice) and xoi man (savory sticky rice). Skillfully wrapped in a banana leaf, topped with grated coconut, mashed mung beans, and delicious sesame seeds, xoi ngot is definitely a good choice for a non-meat option. Yet, if you like a more savory tasting xoi, then xoi ga (sticky rice with chicken) or xoi thap cam (chow mein topped sticky rice) should be on the top of your list!
Do you know…
Where to find the tastiest xoi in Ho Chi Minh City
Xoi che Bui Thi Xuan
Address: 111 Bui Thi Xuan street, District 1
Business hours: 6:30 AM – 6 PM
Price: 22,000 – 25,000 VND
Xoi ga Ut Map (chicken with sticky rice )
Address: 19 Nguyen Trung Truc street, District 1
Business hours: 7 AM – 9 PM
Price: 20,000 – 50,000 VND
Xoi La Chuoi
Address: 83A 3 Thang 2 street, District 10
Business hours: 7 AM – 10 PM
Price: 10,000 – 28,000 VND
Com tam (steamed broken rice) is generally an all-day option, but you will come across many Vietnamese enjoying this dish during breakfast hours. This food was once regarded as a dish for the poor, but it’s now making its way to fancy tables in luxury restaurants. You, however, can find good places for com tam in narrow alleys hiding within the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh City.
The dish is always served with grilled pork ribs, along with slices of cucumber and tomatoes and of course, it should always have a little bowl of sweet-and-sour fish sauce called nuoc mam. Pickled carrots or morning glory are also a great accompaniment to a fantastic plate of com tam.
For more info on com tam, follow on through to Christina’s Street Feast video here. You can learn to make it yourself by following the instructions here.
Do you know…
Where to find the best com tam in Ho Chi Minh City
Com tam Bui
Address: 100 Thach Thi Thanh street, Tan Dinh ward, District 1
Business hours: 6:30 AM- 11:00 PM
Price: 30,000 – 58,000 VND
Com tam Thuan Kieu
Address: 26 Ton That Tung street, District 1
Business hours: 7 AM – 10 PM
Price: 50,000 – 80,000 VND
Com tam so 1
Address: 1 Nguyen Thuong Hien street, Ward 5, District 3
Business hours: 6 AM – 1 PM
Price: 25,000 – 30,000 VND
Com tam Thoi ke (Vegetarian)
Address: 829 Le Hong Phong street, District 5
Business hours: 9 AM – 9 PM
Price: 25,000 – 30,000 VND
The last item on our list isn’t a full-bodied meal. However, ca phe sua da is a breakfast institution and we would be remiss not to mention this gloriously decadent cup of coffee. This is a breakfast staple and something ubiquitous in Vietnam. Ca phe sua da, or Vietnamese iced coffee, is a strong dose of black filtered coffee, layered over a pool of condensed milk. The beverage is served in a tall glass with ice and then stirred to balance out the richness of the condensed milk. You then get a beverage reminiscent of a melted pool of coffee ice cream. While it comes in takeaway form, there is a tendency to drink it unhurriedly. Pull up a little chair or stool at an al fresco sidewalk café, order a ca phe sua da, and watch the world awaken.
Ca phe sua da and banh mi go hand-in-hand. If you are walking along any street in Ho Chi Minh City, it is not difficult to find yourself a nice coffee stop. As local experts, we are giving you our recommendations for the best ca phe sua da in town. Add these to your what-to-drink list!
Check this out for a special coffee shop that you MUST try! Or how about some egg coffee? Do you want to try that?!
Do you know…
Where to find the tastiest Ca Phe Sua Da in Ho Chi Minh City
Vy Cafe
Address: 278 Le Thanh Ton street, District 1
Business hours: 24 hours
Price: 38,000 – 50,000 VND
Cong Ca phe
Address 1: 1st floor, 26 Ly Tu Trong street, District 1
Business hours: 7 AM – 10:30 PM
Address 2: 127-129 Bui Vien street, District 1; 02 Mac Thi Buoi street, District 1
Business hours: 24 hours
Price: 35,000 – 65,000 VND
Shin coffee
(The coffee here is quite fancy but truly worth your money. It is more than just a cup of coffee, I would say)
Address 1: 13 Nguyen Thiep street, District 1
Address 2: 18 Ho Huan Nghiep street, District 1
Business hours: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Price: 7:30 AM- 10:30 PM
Café Vot
(This coffee address is highly recommended for those who really want to learn more about coffee culture in Ho Chi Minh City. The 60-year-old coffee shop will definitely satisfy your curiosity.)
Address: 330/2 Phan Dinh Phung street, Phu Nhuan District
Business hours: 15,000 – 40,000 VND
We hope that with these suggestions you have found your go-to Vietnamese breakfast. Don’t be shy to try new things and let us know!
Credit to Long Nguyen
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