6 Iconic Dishes to Eat in Vietnam (And How to Order Like a Local)
From Phở Bò Gia Truyền (Phở Bò Gia Truyền) to Bún Chả (Grilled Pork, here is what to order and what it should cost in ₫ (VND).
Phở Bò Gia Truyền (Phở Bò Gia Truyền) — ₫150,000–₫450,000
Authentic Vietnamese specialty from Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta: Phở Bò Gia Truyền, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta (Noi Bai International Airport (HAN — Bus 86 Express 45,000 ₫)).
Bún Chả (Grilled Pork (Bún Chả (Grilled Pork) — ₫150,000–₫450,000
Authentic Vietnamese specialty from Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta: Bún Chả (Grilled Pork, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta (Noi Bai International Airport (HAN — Bus 86 Express 45,000 ₫)).
Herbs) (Herbs)) — ₫150,000–₫450,000
Authentic Vietnamese specialty from Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta: Herbs), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta (Noi Bai International Airport (HAN — Bus 86 Express 45,000 ₫)).
Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Chả Cá Lã Vọng) — ₫150,000–₫450,000
Authentic Vietnamese specialty from Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta: Chả Cá Lã Vọng, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta (Noi Bai International Airport (HAN — Bus 86 Express 45,000 ₫)).
Cà Phê Trứng (Egg Coffee) (Cà Phê Trứng) — ₫150,000–₫450,000
Authentic Vietnamese specialty from Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta: Cà Phê Trứng (Egg Coffee), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Hanoi, Ninh Binh & Red River Delta (Noi Bai International Airport (HAN — Bus 86 Express 45,000 ₫)).
Chả Mực Hạ Long (Hand-Pounded Squid Cake) (Chả Mực Hạ Long) — ₫150,000–₫450,000
Authentic Vietnamese specialty from Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Sapa & Ha Giang: Chả Mực Hạ Long (Hand-Pounded Squid Cake), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Sapa & Ha Giang (Ha Long / Cat Ba Island).