Top 5 Vietnamese Foods You Should Try

Top 5 Vietnamese Foods You Should Try

One of the best ways to explore Vietnam is through its food. Vietnamese cuisine is famous for being fresh, healthy, and full of flavor. Here are five dishes you should definitely try:

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1. Phở (Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

• Probably the most famous Vietnamese dish.
• A hot bowl of broth, rice noodles, beef or chicken, and fresh herbs.
• Eaten for breakfast, but you can find it all day.

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2. Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Sandwich)

• A French-inspired baguette filled with pork, chicken, or eggs.
• Always includes pickled vegetables, cucumber, and fresh cilantro.
• Quick, cheap, and delicious street food.

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3. Gỏi Cuốn (Fresh Spring Rolls)

• Rice paper rolls with shrimp, pork, vermicelli, and herbs.
• Served with a peanut dipping sauce.
• A light and healthy snack.

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4. Bún Chả

• Grilled pork served with vermicelli noodles, herbs, and dipping sauce.
• Famous in Hanoi.
• Former US President Obama even tried it during his visit to Vietnam!

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5. Cà Phê Sữa Đá (Vietnamese Iced Coffee)

• Strong drip coffee mixed with sweetened condensed milk.
• Served over ice — perfect for hot days.
• A must-try if you love coffee.

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Why Vietnamese Food is Special

• Fresh herbs are used in almost every dish.
• Balance of flavors: salty, sweet, sour, and spicy.
• Affordable and available everywhere, from street stalls to fancy restaurants.

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✅ Tip for learners: When learning Vietnamese, try ordering food in Vietnamese. It’s fun, and you’ll remember the words better!

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👉 Next step: After food, we’ll explore Vietnamese festivals and traditions in another post.