Nothing captures the energy of Saigon quite like pulling up a plastic stool for a steaming bowl of noodles. Whether you’re going for breakfast or dinner, there is no shortage of amazing noodle spots around the city. While Vietnam is known for it’s phở, this list aims to share various places around the city that offer something different. From big, tender duck legs on top of egg noodles in Bình Thạnh, to Michelin Guide recommended street food stalls, to the legendary daily rotating menu of the late Nguyễn Thị Thành near Hoàng Sa, here is a list of some of the best places to grab a bowl of noodles in Saigon.
These locations come from recommendations from people who live in Ho Chi Minh City that we've recently profiled.
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Bún Thịt Nướng Chả Giò - Nguyễn Trung Trực: Grilled Pork & Spring Roll Vermicelli Close to Bến Thành Market
Recommended by Thomas
About Bún Thịt Nướng Chả Giò - Nguyễn Trung Trực: A perfect little spot close to Bến Thành Market to go and enjoy a classic Saigon lunch staple right in the heart of the city: Bún Thịt Nướng Chả Giò, cold, rice noodles served with sliced pork marinated in lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, and sugar, as well as deep-fried crab rolls, and fresh herbs/veggies. The food itself is worth the hype, but the staff is also notably fast and courteous. After you're done, do some shopping at Bến Thành Market, grab a coffee at Soo Kafe, or check out the ideal observation point of the city’s changes at Tempo Nexus.
Price: Bún Thịt Nướng 70k, Sides 20k-30k
Address: 1 Nguyễn Trung Trực, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1
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Bún riêu tóp mỡ mọc giòn Cô Hương béo: Popular Northern Style Noodles with Tomato and Crab Based Broth In Multiple Locations Around the City
Recommended by Amy Minh Hạnh Corey, Pranaay
About Bún Riêu Tóp Mỡ Mọc Giòn cô Hương béo : If you’re like Amy or Pranaay and bún riêu is one of your favorite Vietnamese dishes, Cô Hương Béo is a must-try noodle spot. If you want to know exactly what this place is all about, try their best-seller: Bún Riêu Cua Đồng with tóp mỡ (pork greaves), mọc (pork balls), and chả tôm (shrimp sausage). Go with a friend or a group—they have portion sizes for all parties. If you're visiting the Thao Dien location, once you’re done eating, simply walk across the street to any of the bars, such as Satsuma House, Chang’s Bistro & Cakes, or Baieta, all on the Saigon River for a glorious sunset view of Landmark 81.
Price: Bowls of bún riêu are 40k-60k, Hot Pot 300k-500k
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Tiệm Mì Hữu Ký: Dumpling Egg Noodle Soup & Succulent Duck Near Phạm Viết Chánh
Recommended by Viet
About Tiem Mi Huu Ky: Just around the corner from one of the best places to dance in Saigon, Mar Studio, is a noodle shop you won’t want to miss. They have tons of options for hủ tiếu (chewy rice noodles), but if you want the best experience either go for their mì vịt tiềm, a bowl of rich, savory broth with tender, succulent duck, or their mì sủi cảo (dumpling egg noodle soup). Portions are generous but dishes sell out fast, so come early (they open at 6am) and bring your appetite! Afterwards, walk over to PVC, and see what hidden gems you wander into.
Price: Mì vịt tiềm 110k, mì sủi cảo 65k, Other mì dishes 50k-75k, hủ tiếu 50k-70k, other noodle dishes 50-65k.
Address: 84 Nguyễn Văn Lạc, Phường 19, Bình Thạnh
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Lương Ký Mì Gia: Stewed Duck Noodle Soup Near Phạm Viết Chánh
Recommended by Chelsey
About Lương Ký Mì Gia: Before you make your way to some of Bình Thạnh’s best wine bars, treat yourself to Lương Ký Mì Gia. The reason the place is packed during breakfast, lunch, and dinner is because of their legendary mì vịt tiềm (stewed duck noodle soup). Think of a big, tender duck leg on top of a steaming bowl of egg noodles. Add some of their well-known bánh bao (steamed buns) or há cảo (Dim sum) on the side and you've got yourself one of the best street food meals in the city.
Price: Mì vịt tiềm 113k, Bánh bao 30k, Há Cảo 24k
Address: 01 Huỳnh Mẫn Đạt, Phường 19, Bình Thạnh
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The Lunch Lady (Nguyen Thi Thanh): Legendary Daily Rotating Noodle Menu
Around Hoàng Sa Street
Recommended by JK
About The Lunch Lady: Nguyễn Thị Thành, an globally-recognised Vietnamese celebrity as Saigon's "Lunch Lady," passed away in 2025. However, in her loving memory, her famous spot off Hoàng Sa Street continues to stay open, filling the hearts and bellies of countless faithful customers. Make sure to plan which day you will go if there is a certain dish you’re after as each day is different. Bún Thái (thin rice noodles in a fiery, aromatic, hot-and-sour Tom Yum-inspired broth) on Monday is JK’s favorite!). Also available daily are delicious sides such as gỏi cuốn tôm thịt (fresh spring rolls with shrimp and pork) and bánh tôm chiên (fried shrimp cakes). After you’re done eating, walk down Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street and grab a streetside cocktail at Chòi Chòi.
Price: Speciality dishes change every day but small bowls are 40k, larger bowls are 50k
Address: Lô C1 Chung Cư 1A1B, Nguyễn Đình Chiểu, Đa Kao
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Canh bún Cô Lê: Tasty Noodles with Crab Broth and Boiled Water Spinach Close to Turtle Lake
Recommended by Claudia
About Canh bún Cô Lê: Open every day but only between 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm, Canh Bún Cô Lê is ideal for an early dinner or an immediate post-work meetup. For only 25k, their signature canh bún (thick rice noodles and boiled water spinach in a sweet and savory crab broth) is consistently full of flavor, offering an affordable bowl of noodles despite being just a block away from popular local hangout, Turtle Lake. Since you’re in the area, feel free to explore the local music scene afterward. There are rooftops like Social Club and Papaya Papa, a solid club scene at Cine, and the live music venue over at Ben Thanh Music Lounge.
Price: 25k-35k for canh bún
Address: 133 Hai Bà Trưng, Bến Nghé, Quận 1
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Dragon Hot Pot Việt Nam - Lẩu Cân Ký - CN Trần Quang Khải: Weigh-and-Pay Personal Malatang Hotpot
in Locations Around the City
Recommended by Chef Rang
About Dragon Hot Pot Việt Nam: What would a "Best of Saigon" noodle list be without a special shout-out to the one and only hot pot? Dragon Hot Pot on Trần Quang Khải is the perfect place to go with a big, hungry group of friends or family. The topping selection is seemingly endless, the space is clean and spacious, and once you weigh and pay for your ingredients, the malatang (spicy Sichuan hot pot) is entirely worth the price. You can even choose the type of noodles you want in your own personal hot pot bowl! If you need to find a cafe to get some work done beforehand, try 16 Grams Cafe just around the corner. But if you’re looking to grab a cocktail after your noodles, check out Fiction Cafe & Bar or Lulu Bar & Eatery which are both close by.
Price: Hot Pot 300k - 400k
Address: 71 Bis Trần Quang Khải, Phường Tân Định, Quận 1
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Bún bò Huế 14B: Michelin Bib Gourmand Spicy Beef Noodle Soup Near Bến Nghé Canal
Recommended by Chad
About Bún bò Huế 14B: Hoàng Diệu Street is one of the best places to wander around for quality street food stalls. However, just one block over is a fantastic spot for Bún Bò Huế. Don’t let the fact that there are only two tables available fool you; this is a Michelin Bib Gourmand-recommended spot. There’s a reason chefs like Chad call it one of the best Bún Bò Huế spots in Saigon. Topped with sliced beef, beef tendon, and fish fillet, the soup’s broth is made with onion, beef, and pork bones. For only 50k, it will completely satisfy your noodle cravings.
Price: Most bowls cost 50k, but the bún bò đầy đủ có giò heo (Fully loaded beef noodle soup with pork trotter is 70k
Address: 14B Đ. 46, Phường 2, Quận 4
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Quán Ăn Cô Liêng: Michelin-Selected Woven Vermicelli & Platters On Võ Văn Tần Street
Recommended by Giang
About Quán Ăn Cô Liêng: Located on Võ Văn Tần Street is a Michelin-selected street food stall serving up delicious dishes all day long. Signature noodle dishes include bánh hỏi thập cẩm (woven vermicelli bundles with assorted toppings) or bún thập cẩm (rice noodles with assorted toppings). On top of that, it also serves various delicious sides such as bò lá lốt (grilled beef in betel leaves), chả đùm (steamed pork caul-fat meatloaf), and cá lóc (snakehead fish) served grilled, steamed, or deep-fried. If you’re still hungry afterward, stay on that street to explore even more must-try street food spots.
Price: Noodles 40k - 60k, Other dishes 80k - 135k
Address: Võ Văn Tần/321 Bàn Cờ, Phường, Quận 3
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Kiên Hoa - Bún Cá Rô Đồng: Crispy Northern-Style Fish Noodles in District 7
Recommended by Chad
About Kiên Hoa - Bún Cá Rô Đồng: Down in District 7, nestled along the canal, is a building home to some of the best bún cá (fish rice noodles) in the city. Known for their crispy fried fish, chewy fish cakes, sour bamboo shoots, and light, savory broth, this place is a go-to noodle spot in the area. If you’d like to treat yourself after a relaxing day, Tôn Dật Tiên is just on the other side of the highway, where you'll find a terrific spa to pause and unwind: Golden Lotus Healing Land.
Price: 70k for bún cá , and 45k if you want to add extra fish cake
Address: 14K1 Đ. Số 40, Tân Phong, Quận 7
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Quán Mì Quảng Phố Hội: Central Vietnamese Mì Quảng & Cao Lầu in District 7
Recommended by Matt
About Quán Mì Quảng Phố Hội: According to Matt, not only is Quán Mì Quảng Phố Hội one of the best spots for noodles, but it’s also one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the city. Offering over a half-dozen variations of mì quảng—wide, flat, slightly chewy noodles often infused with turmeric to give them a yellow color as as well as various toppings such as shrimp, pork belly, crushed peanuts, fresh herbs, and a crispy toasted sesame rice cracker. Plus, the place serves cao lầu—springy, pasta-like noodles topped with slices of Chinese-styled barbecued pork and crunch squares of fried dough. If you want some rice to go with your noodles, you can try their cơm gà Hội An—fluffy rice cooked in chicken broth and turmeric, topped with shredded poached chicken, fresh lime juice, onions, and Vietnamese coriander (rau răm). All in all, this is a go-to noodle spot in District 7. Also, since it’s only a 10-minute drive from the Saigon Sports Club, it’s a great place to fuel up on noodles after a workout.
Price: Mì Quảng 55k - 75k , Cao Lầu 50k - 60k, Cơm 50k - 100k
Address: 380b Đ. Nguyễn Thị Thập, Tân Quy, Quận 7
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Quán ăn @Vũ: Masterclass Central Specialties Mì Quảng & Cao Lầu Less Than a Block Away from Hoàng Sa
Recommended by Chad
About Quán ăn @Vũ: Half a block up from Hoàng Sa is a spot serving just two dishes, and serving them at a masterclass level. At just 40k each (or 50k for their special option), both the mì quảng and cao lầu at Quán Ăn @Vũ are absolute must-tries. Come visit with a friend so you can try their different types of noodles. Wide and flat? Thick and chewy? You can’t go wrong either way so may as well try both!. If you fancy some coffee afterward, NHỎ Cafe—one of the most eclectic, trackside cafes in the whole city—is just a 10-minute walk across the canal.
Price: Mì Quảng 40k, Cao lầu 40k, Đặc biệt (special) 50k
Address: 130 Đ. Đỗ Thị Lời, Phường 11, Quận 3
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Bánh Canh Cua 14: Thick Crab & Seafood Noodle Soup Close to Thiên Hậu Pagoda in Saigon’s Chinatown
Recommended by Mike
About Bánh Canh Cua 14: For those looking for thick, chewy noodles in a crab and seafood broth, Bánh Canh Cua 14 is a hidden gem worth visiting. The staff is friendly, prices are fair, and the flavor is off the charts. Go for their best-selling dish: a traditional bowl of crab noodle soup. Topped with fresh crab meat, shrimp, crab cake, fish cake, and lean pork, all soaking in a thick, golden broth, this bowl is the perfect treat for seafood lovers. While you’re in the area, drive over to the Thiên Hậu Pagoda, a cultural emblem in the heart of Saigon’s Chinatown.
Price: Depending on how many toppings you want bowls will be 60k - 100k
Address: 221 Đường Trần Bình Trọng, Phường 2, Quận 5
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Bún bò Vỹ Dạ Xưa: Tasty Thick-Cut Beef Noodles Around Crescent Lake Park
Recommended by Chad
About Bún bò Vỹ Dạ Xưa: For those living in District 7 who are on the hunt for a quality bowl of bún bò Huế, look no further than Bún Bò Vỹ Dạ Xưa. The place does not hold back on portions, dishing up generous-sized pork knuckles and thick cuts of beef shank. If you’re with your family in the area, make a day out of it and relax by going for a stroll around the pond inside Crescent Lake Park
Price: Bún bò Huế 80k - 100k
Address: 2 Lê Văn Thiêm, Tân Phong, Quận 7
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🥪Need some tips on where to go for other Vietnamese street food favorites? Check out this list of Saigon’s best places for street food!
Hủ tiếu gà cá Hà Ký: A Unique Combination of Vietnamese & Chinese Flavor Close to Bến Nghé Canal
Recommended by Tomoki
About Hủ tiếu gà cá Hà Ký: With or without broth, you just can’t go wrong with hủ tiếu for breakfast. Some, like Tomoki, would add that the bowls at Hà Ký are so good that if you’ve ever had a long night out, you should head over to get your noodle-fix the next day. After you enjoy one of Hà Ký’s bowls combining succulent chicken and fish—along side a small plate of their buttery pâté chaud (savory puff pastry with meat filling)—walk down to the Bến Nghé Canal and follow it all the way to the Tôn Thất Đạm Apartment Building to do some early afternoon shopping.
Price: Hủ tiếu 65k - 85k, Mì 65k - 85k, Extra Toppings 10k - 65k
Address: 69 Ký Con, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1
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Bún Bò Huế O Ni: Affordable Spicy Beef Noodles Near Saigon’s Chinatown
Recommended by Chelsey
About Bún Bò Huế O Ni: For people like MMA fighter Chelsey, bún bò Huế (beef rice noodles) is the ultimate comfort food. If you’re looking for an affordable and filling bowl with rich, distinctive flavors and lots of soul, check this place out. It may be a smaller establishment, but it feels cozy and the staff is welcoming and serves customers quickly. Afterward, if you feel like exploring a bit more, Saigon's historic Chinatown is just a short walk away. For designers like Thomas who love seeing different manufacturing workshops up close, Phạm Hữu Chí Street is a hidden gem worth discovering.
Price: Bún bò Huế 40k, Bún bò Huế đặc biệt 50k, Bún bò Huế em bé 30k
Address: 1C Đường số 6, Phường 8, Quận 11
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PAMA: Rich Stewed Beef with Knife-cut Noodles in Thao Dien
About PAMA: Sometimes a dish is so good that it’s the only thing a restaurant needs to serve to keep customers coming back for more. Situated on Trúc Đường Street, PAMA’s spicy, savory bò kho (stewed beef beef noodle soup) does just that. You can either go for the classic style (brotha poured over noodles) or their signature style (noodles are tossed in Special House Pama sauce and served with a separate bowl of steaming beef stew). If you want to make a wonderful day out of it, we recommend going for a walk around Nguyen Van Huong street, stopping by PAMA for noodles, and ending at Bluish for great coffee and music.
Price: 80k - 115k depending on the type of noodles (instant, rice, ramen, udon, or knife-cut) and toppings (Standard: beef and carrot, Bountiful: beef, carrot, and spices-infused egg)
Address: 70 Trúc Đường, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
