Top popular breakfast restaurants in Saigon that cannot be missed

1Bun rieu Yen – A popular breakfast restaurant with unforgettable rich flavors

Address: 1348 Truong Sa, Ward 3, Tan Binh District.

Reference price: From 25,000 VND to 40,000 VND/bowl.

Located right on the cool road along the embankment, Bun rieu Yen has become a familiar popular breakfast restaurant for those who love the traditional flavor of crab noodle soup. From afar, the characteristic aroma of shrimp paste mixed with the sweet broth is enough to awaken the taste buds of anyone passing by. The shop has very affordable prices, suitable for the budget of the majority of workers and students.

The trademark of Bun rieu Yen is the fatty crab vermicelli, made from pureed fresh crab, packed into large pieces that look extremely attractive. Besides, the broth here is simmered from bones and tomatoes, creating a naturally sour taste without being too harsh. Diners will enjoy a filling bowl of vermicelli with homemade tofu fried with fragrant lemongrass, soft blood and crunchy snails. Served with vermicelli noodles, it is indispensable to have a plate of fresh chopped raw vegetables and a little purple shrimp paste to bring out the unique flavor of this dish.

2 Noodle soup at 52 Tran Hung Dao: A popular feature in the heart of District 1

Address: 52 Tran Hung Dao, District 1.

Reference price: From 12,000 VND/bowl.

When mentioning Saigon street food, ignoring noodle soup is a big mistake. Although located in the most expensive area of ​​the city, the restaurant has maintained this “student” price for many years, becoming a lifesaver for those who want a quick, cheap but still warm enough breakfast.

The restaurant usually starts serving from late the night before until early the next morning, serving a variety of people from night workers to young people who wake up early to exercise. A bowl of noodle soup here is simple with a few thin slices of pork, beef balls, chives and bean sprouts, but it has a very unique flavor. The broth is stewed from bones and dried squid so it has a rich sweet taste, eaten with chewy noodles to create a harmonious whole. This is not only a place to eat and drink but also a place to preserve popular culture associated with the memories of many generations of Saigon people.

3 Number One Chicken Sticky Rice: A filling choice for a busy day

Address: 15 Nguyen Trung Truc, District 1.

Reference price: from 15,000 VND – 35,000 VND.

For those who have a busy morning schedule and need a quick take-away dish that is still filling, Number Chicken Sticky Rice is a great suggestion. With prices ranging from 15,000 VND to 35,000 VND, you can hold in your hand a box of hot, fragrant sticky rice. The restaurant is located right near Ben Thanh market so it is easy to find and always crowded with customers.

The sticky rice here is prepared very skillfully, the sticky rice grains are flexible, soft and do not dry out even if left for a long time. A full portion of sticky rice with chicken usually includes delicious shredded chicken, bite-sized pork rolls, and especially a layer of golden, fragrant fried onions made by the restaurant themselves. When eating, diners will feel the salty taste of spices seeping into each chicken strand, mixed with the fat of onion fat, creating an irresistible flavor. This is the ideal morning gift to energize for a productive working day.

4 Co Le pan bread – Interesting culinary experience in an old apartment building

Address: Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment building, district 3.

Reference price: from 20,000 VND – 55,000 VND.

Located deep in the Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment complex, Co Le Pan Bread restaurant is an address not to be missed for those who like a “luxurious” breakfast style but at a very affordable price. The space here is filled with the nostalgia of old apartment buildings, creating a feeling of closeness and excitement.

A portion of pan bread here usually includes a well-cooked fried egg, fatty liver pate, sausage and a bit of rich tomato sauce. The special feature of Co Le restaurant is that the sauce is seasoned according to its own recipe, very delicious when dipped with a loaf of bread that is crispy on the outside and soft and spongy on the inside. Diners often enjoy using bread to brush over the greasy pate and melted egg yolk, creating an explosion of flavor right in the mouth.

5 Pho Thang – Cheap traditional pho bowl in District 10

Address: 258 Vinh Vien, District 1.

Reference price: from 25,000 VND – 35,000 VND/bowl.

If you are looking for a delicious pho restaurant with not too expensive prices in the District 10 area, stop by Pho Thang. The restaurant opens early and always attracts a large number of diners thanks to the taste of the clear but very sweet broth.

The secret of Pho Thang lies in the elaborate process of simmering bones for many hours to get the natural sweetness, without overusing MSG. The beef slices are sliced ​​thinly and lightly cooked, so they still retain their softness and sweetness. The pho here is fresh, smooth white and has moderate chewiness. When enjoying, don’t forget to add a little black sauce, red sauce and lots of basil and coriander to fully feel the flavor of traditional Saigon pho but at a very reasonable price.

6 Tan Hiep intestine porridge – Delicious dish for cold mornings

Address: 01 Mac Thien Tich, District 5.

Reference price: from 15,000 VND – 35,000 VND/bowl.

On the chilly mornings in Saigon or after a night of rain, there’s nothing better than sitting in front of a hot bowl of porridge. Tan Hiep heart porridge is the ideal address for you to find that warmth. With prices ranging from 15,000 VND to 35,000 VND, the restaurant offers filling and especially clean bowls of porridge, satisfying even the most demanding diners.

The porridge here is cooked in the traditional style, the rice grains swell evenly, are smooth and have a sweet taste from the broth. The pig’s intestines are processed very carefully, without any bad smell, including the heart, liver, lungs, blood and intestines. The most special thing to mention is the fried sausage dish that is fragrant, greasy but not at all greasy. A steaming bowl of porridge, added with a little shredded ginger, ground pepper and a few pieces of crispy stir-fry will be a great spiritual medicine to start a new day refreshed and full of vitality.

7 Nam Vang Phu Quy Noodle Soup – The authentic taste of Pagoda Thap

Address: Ho Thi Ky market, District 10.

Located right in the Ho Thi Ky market area, Hu Tieu Nam Vang Phu Quy is a popular breakfast restaurant that promises to bring a very unique culinary experience. The most impressive point of the restaurant is the same price of 32,000 VND for every bowl of noodles, regardless of whether you eat dry or liquid noodles. This is a very cheap price for a bowl of Nam Vang noodles with full ingredients in the heart of busy District 10.

The broth at Phu Quy has a sweet taste from dried shrimp and squid, combined with chewy noodles typical of the Nam Vang region. A full bowl of noodles will have minced meat, fresh shrimp, quail eggs, pork liver and heart. If you choose dry noodles, diners will enjoy the rich, slightly sweet sauce typical of Western and Cambodian cuisine. The restaurant is always bustling with laughter and the aroma of fried garlic, creating an extremely lively and Saigon-style dining space.

8 Kieu Bao grilled pork vermicelli – Harmony between color and taste

Address: 139 De Tham, District 1.

Grilled pork vermicelli is a favorite breakfast dish of many people because of the balance between protein from meat and vitamins from green vegetables. Kieu Bao grilled pork vermicelli is one of the most famous addresses for this dish with prices ranging from 28,000 VND to 35,000 VND. Although the restaurant is located in the expensive “Western Street” area, the prices here are extremely affordable, attracting both tourists and locals.

Grilled meat at Kieu Bao is marinated according to its own secret, grilled over charcoal until golden brown and has a seductive aroma. A portion of vermicelli usually includes grilled spring rolls, crispy spring rolls and lots of raw vegetables and pickles. What creates the soul of the dish is the bowl of sweet and sour fish sauce, mixed just right, neither too salty nor too bland. When mixing vermicelli with meat, vegetables and fish sauce, diners will feel the wonderful blend of flavors, creating a delicious and nutritious breakfast.

9 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai’s banh beo – Exquisite Central cuisine

Address: 18A/2A/4 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 1.

Reference price: from 20,000 VND.

If you want to change your taste with a light, elegant dish, the banh beo shop on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai street is an option not to be missed. With a price of only about 20,000 VND per portion, this small shop located in an alley is always crowded with customers thanks to its bowls of banh beo with a strong Central flavor in the heart of the city. This is a familiar popular breakfast restaurant address for foodies who love simplicity but sophistication.

Banh beo here is made from quality rice flour so it is soft and smooth. On top of each bowl of cake is a layer of fragrant burnt shrimp, crispy fried onions and a small piece of pork sausage. The accompanying fish sauce is slightly sweet and slightly spicy, true to the Central region’s taste. In addition to banh beo, the restaurant also serves banh nam and tapioca cake with a transparent crust, allowing you to clearly see the shrimp and meat filling inside. The combination of these cakes creates a diverse tray of food, enough to make you feel satisfied without fear of being too full before starting work.

10 Co Chinh duck bamboo shoot vermicelli – Unique “timed” delicacy

Address: 74 Hai Ba Trung, District 1.

Reference price: from 35,000 VND.

Co Chinh duck bamboo shoot vermicelli restaurant at 74 Hai Ba Trung, District 1 has a very interesting feature: it only sells bamboo shoot vermicelli on every Wednesday. Because of this “scarcity”, diners are always eagerly waiting to enjoy the famous bowl of duck bamboo shoot vermicelli.

The duck meat at Co Chinh restaurant is carefully selected, the skin is thin, the meat is firm and not fatty. Fresh bamboo shoots are carefully prepared, retaining their crunchiness and natural sweetness, blending perfectly with the broth simmered from duck bones. The soft piece of duck blood is also a big plus for this dish. When eating, diners dip the duck meat into a bowl of spicy ginger fish sauce to feel the explosion of flavor. If you accidentally visit District 1 on Wednesday, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy this restaurant’s “specialty” dish according to the calendar.

11 Phanh Dumplings – The quintessence of popular Dimsum in District 5

Address: Lot B Nguyen Trai apartment building.

Reference price: from 10,000 VND – 30,000 VND.

District 5 is famous for being an area with a large concentration of Chinese people living with an extremely rich cuisine. Phanh dumplings at Lot B Nguyen Trai Apartment are proof that delicate dim sum can completely become a popular breakfast dish. With prices ranging from only 10,000 VND to 30,000 VND, diners can enjoy hot dumplings and shumai with strong Cantonese flavors.

The dumplings here have a thin, transparent shell, enough to see the pink shrimp and meat filling inside. The filling is richly marinated, and when you bite into it, it is chewy and sweet from fresh seafood. In addition to dumplings, the restaurant also has salted egg shumai, dumplings and chive cakes with equally delicious flavors. Diners often enjoy these dishes with a little soy sauce mixed with vinegar and spicy satay to stimulate their taste buds. The quiet old apartment space combined with hot food creates a very unique characteristic of the Cho Lon area.

The breakfast culture of Saigon people is a colorful picture, where popular dishes from all over the country converge and shine. From a rich bowl of riverside vermicelli, a delicate plate of Central Vietnamese banh beo to elaborate Chinese dumplings, all contribute to creating a strong vitality for this city. Whether you are a tourist from far away or a child of Saigon, taking the time to explore these popular breakfast restaurants will definitely bring unforgettable emotional experiences. Pull out your suitcase and go enjoy!