Street snacking is a culture and hobby of young people in Saigon. On weekends or after work, the snack streets in District 1 are crowded with people at snack bars. Below are some delicious and famous street food in District 1 that you may not know.
Indeed, how can we forget the fried fish balls at District 1 snack bars that have become a favorite dish of young diners? Its golden color and unique chili sauce make it a great snack for all ages.
Very simple, cheap but super delicious, it’s hard to find another dish to replace this famous snack.
Contact information for fried fish restaurant 33 LHK:
Address: 33 Luong Huu Khanh, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Phone: 090 163 95 85 Opening hours: 16:00 – 20:00 Reference price: 20,000 – 55,000 VND
Tofu World, a restaurant in District 1, is also a favorite place among young people. Tofu dishes from hot to cold are served with a variety of flavors and decorations for diners to enjoy.
The smoothness and texture of the tofu, coupled with the pleasant sweetness and strong ginger flavor of the sugar syrup, create a delightful sensory experience.
Contact information for Tau Hu world restaurant:
Address: 122D Tran Dinh Xu, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Reference price: 10,000 – 44,000 VND Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Phone: 098 909 78 37
When talking about grilled beef with butter, we have to mention A Tung restaurant. This is one of the most popular District 1 snack bars among young people. Not to mention the attractive aroma of buttered bread.
Although grilled beef and pickled papaya may sound like an odd combination, it is both unique and scrumptious; The perfect combination to change up a monotonous meal.
Contact information for A Tung restaurant:
Address: 171 D. Cong Quynh, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Reference price: 5,000 – 15,000 VND Opening hours: 06:00 – 20:30 Phone: 0778 976 898
If you are looking for a cheap District 1 snack bar with delicious snacks to snack on with friends, look no further than Hoang Yen beef in lolot leaves. The food is not only delicious, with lots of beef and vegetables, but the price is also very affordable. The staff are also very friendly and welcoming to customers.
Contact information for Hoang Yen beef with lolot leaf restaurant:
Address: 121 Co Giang, Co Giang Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Reference price: 20,000 – 25,000 VND Opening hours: 15:00 – 23:00 Phone: 0987 253 653
Che Khuc Bach Thanh is also a snack restaurant in District 1 that many people love and return many times because of the unique flavor here, located near Hoang Hoa Tham bridge, District 1.
With its seductive aroma and clean taste, friends flock to this out-of-the-way spot as the ideal place to chat. The flavor is simple but enjoyable and hasn’t changed over the years.
Contact information for Khuc Bach Thanh tea shop:
Address: 68/210 D. Tran Quang Khai, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Reference price: 20,000 – 33,000 VND Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00 Phone: 0917 251 251
It is said that Bui Thi Xuan sticky rice is one of the best sticky rice shops in Saigon. The flavor of sticky rice at this District 1 snack shop is admired for being soft, flexible and not dry or lumpy.
A variety of toppings such as shredded chicken and char siu also contribute to the deliciousness of the dish. A trip to Saigon would not be complete without stopping by this famous sticky rice restaurant!
Contact information for Bui Thi Xuan sweet soup shop:
Address: 111 D. Bui Thi Xuan, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Reference price: 25,000 – 55,000 VND Opening hours: 07:00 – 21:00 Phone: 028 3833 2748
If you don’t know where to go to eat this weekend, take a look at the famous snack bars in District 1. After eating and don’t know where to rest, stop by Sazi Hotel right in the center of District 1.