What To Eat In Vietnam
A growing guide to Vietnamese dishes, street foods, sauces, herbs, snacks, noodles, rice plates, soups, desserts, and regional specialties worth knowing. Start with the classics, then keep going deeper.
Bò Kho: Vietnam’s Beef Stew Made For Baguette
A rich, fragrant Vietnamese beef stew served with crusty baguette, bò kho is one of Vietnam’s most comforting dishes.
Bún Thịt Nướng: Vietnamese Grilled Pork Vermicelli
Smoky grilled pork, cool vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, peanuts, and nước chấm make bún thịt nướng one of Vietnam’s most satisfying noodle bowls.
Chả Cá Lã Vọng: Hanoi Turmeric Fish With Dill
A sizzling Hanoi classic of turmeric fish, fresh dill, noodles, peanuts, herbs, and bold Northern Vietnamese flavor.
Bún Chả: Hanoi’s Smoky Grilled Pork Noodles
Smoky grilled pork, fresh herbs, rice noodles, and warm fish sauce make bún chả one of Hanoi’s essential dishes.