Vietnamese food

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What Makes it Special

Vietnamese food uses loads of fresh herbs like mint, basil, and coriander. It is not as oily as Chinese food and usually not as spicy as Thai food. The country has three regions that each have their own cooking style.

Dishes You Should Try

Pho

Pho

Vietnam's most famous dish. A noodle soup with broth cooked for hours with spices.

Soup North Vietnam
Banh Mi

Banh Mi

A Vietnamese sandwich in a French baguette with pate, vegetables, and meat.

Sandwich Street Food
Spring Rolls

Goi Cuon

Fresh spring rolls with shrimp, pork, noodles, and herbs.

Fresh South Vietnam
Cao Lau

Cao Lau

Traditional noodle dish from Hoi An with pork and herbs.

Noodles Hoi An

Drinks to Try

☕ Vietnamese Coffee

Strong coffee with condensed milk.

🍹 Sugar Cane Juice

Fresh and sweet juice served cold.

🍺 Bia Hoi

Cheap fresh beer sold on streets.

💡 Food Tip

Busy stalls with locals are usually the best places to eat.