Ho Chi Minh City: Guided Local Food Tour with Tastings

• Discover the authentic flavors of Ho Chi Minh City on this guided food tour with local experts. This experience takes you beyond tourist restaurants to hidden gems where locals truly eat. Our knowledgeable guides, born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City, share not only the city’s most beloved dishes but also the rich history, culture, and personal stories behind them.
   
• Your journey begins at the meeting point, where the guide will introduce the program and give you an overview of the dishes you’ll try. From there, follow your guide through lively streets and local neighborhoods to sample a variety of authentic Vietnamese specialties. Each stop is carefully selected to highlight a unique aspect of southern Vietnamese cuisine—from savory street snacks to iconic traditional meals.
   
• More than just eating, this tour helps you understand the cultural significance of each dish and how it connects to the daily lives of Saigon’s people. You’ll leave not only with a satisfied palate but also with meaningful memories and insights into Vietnam’s food culture.
   
• Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this food tour is the perfect way to experience Ho Chi Minh City like a local.

Itinerary 

• 08:00 – Hotel Pick-up
  Meet your English-speaking local guide at your hotel and begin a cultural and culinary journey through Ho Chi Minh City. Start the morning with Vietnam’s most famous dish: pho.
• 08:30 – Pho Miến Gà Kỳ Đồng (Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand)
  Enjoy a steaming bowl of chicken pho, prepared with a rich, slow-cooked broth and tender chicken meat. This eatery, listed in the Michelin Guide, is a favorite among locals.
  ? 14/5Bis Ky Dong Street, District 3
• 09:15 – Sinh Tố 142 (Vietnamese Smoothie Shop)
  Taste a refreshing sinh to (Vietnamese-style smoothie) blended with tropical fruits, condensed milk, and crushed ice. Popular choices include mango, avocado, and the rare mang cau xim. Yogurt with fresh fruit is also highly recommended. (Guests pay individually)
  142 Ly Chinh Thang Street, District 3
• 09:45 – Southern Women’s Museum
  Visit one of the city’s unique museums dedicated to the history and contributions of Southern Vietnamese women. Discover exhibits of ao dai dresses, handicrafts, and wartime memorabilia.
   200–202 Vo Thi Sau Street, District 3
• 11:00 – Tan Dinh Market & Tan Dinh Church (Pink Church)
  Explore Tan Dinh Market, a local hotspot where residents shop for fabrics, nuts, and fresh produce. Just across the street stands the photogenic Tan Dinh Church, famous for its pastel pink façade. (Photos permitted from outside only)
• 11:30 – Café Vợt (Traditional Vietnamese Coffee)
  Step into one of Ho Chi Minh City’s oldest coffee shops, operating for over 60 years. Try a cup of strong Vietnamese coffee brewed with the rare cloth filter drip method. (Guests pay individually)
   330/2 Phan Dinh Phung Street, Phu Nhuan District
• 12:00 – Cơm Tấm Ba Ghiền (Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand)
  Savor com tam suon, a Southern Vietnamese soul food dish made with broken rice, grilled pork chop, fried egg, and pickled vegetables. This Bib Gourmand restaurant is a must-visit for food lovers.
   84 Dang Van Ngu Street, Phu Nhuan District
• 13:00 – Co.op Mart (Local Supermarket)
  Get a glimpse of local life by browsing a neighborhood supermarket. Pick up souvenirs such as instant pho packs, rice paper, or Vietnamese snacks to bring home.
• 14:00 – Banh Mi Huynh Hoa
  End your foodie adventure with Vietnam’s most famous banh mi sandwich, filled with pâté, ham, herbs, and pickled vegetables. Known for its generous portions, one sandwich is big enough to share. (Guests pay individually)
  26 Le Thi Rieng Street, District 1
• 14:30 – Return to Hotel
  Conclude your Ho Chi Minh City street food and culture tour with a hotel drop-off.