What to eat on a Saigon street food tour
From banh mi and pho to fresh spring rolls and grilled skewers — the dishes you should not leave without trying.
Published August 2, 2026 · 6 min read · Saigon Foody Tour
A good street food tour in Saigon is not a single meal — it is a sequence of small stops, each with one dish done properly. Most tours visit four to six stalls over three hours, which is why the portions stay small.
Expect banh mi with pate and pickled vegetables, a bowl of pho simmered overnight, fresh spring rolls wrapped at the table, and grilled skewers cooked over charcoal on the pavement. If you ride by motorbike, your guide will handle the traffic so you can concentrate on eating.
Tell your guide about allergies and spice tolerance before you start. Vegetarian versions exist for almost everything, and the best vendors will adjust a bowl on request.
