Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Description
Enjoy an amazing night out with this 4 hour street food walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Meet your local guides in the evening then you will be taken to the streets of the city to explore some of the world's most exciting food cultures, as well as learn how to prepare the best rice pancakes, savor a menu of 9 mouth-watering dishes, special local beer, and homemade Vietnamese Banana Sticky Rice Wine which is brewed in the clay pot by Street Food Man Vinny, take in the sights, sounds and smells of Ho Chi Minh City.
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Itinerary
Your local street food guide, who has a huge passion with Vietnamese street food will pick you up at your hotel by taxi then leave the tourist area behind and start your food adventure to non-tourist district, a street food paradise, while tasting ‘Banh Xeo” and “Banh Khot” – The Central, and South’s rice pancake with a lot of fresh Vietnamese vegetables. Stroll along a street known for its barbecue seafood vendors and head to a local-favorite restaurant to taste the best "bo la lot" (beef in wild betel leaves) or "banh canh Trang Bang"- special pork noodle soup or thick noodles soup with codfish pie which is the speciality from Street Food Man Vinny’s village. Your immersion in mouth-watering food continues as you head to the alleys of food in the heart of street food district and sample a tasty “bot chien", Pan - fried rice cakes with egg and spring onions which is cooked by a local chef with over 25 years experience and then quench your thirst with a sugar cane juice mixed with a little orange. Next up on your food adventure is Banh Mi - Saigon Baguette. You will experience the perfect fusion of 4 delicious flavors just after the first bite. Walk into the heart of district 3 and discover the old apartments has the name Nguyen Thien Thuat, which is home to dozens of famous Vietnamese street food that will tempt your stomach. On the corner of Seafood alley, you will sit like the locals, and get munching, crunching, sipping and slurping BBQ seafood (if you are allergic to seafood, it will be replaced by BBQ meat). Have local drinks with Saigon special beer or soft drink, mineral water and homemade Vietnamese rice wine. Cap off your Saigon street food walking tour at the night flower market by enjoying an amazing dessert which is coconut ice cream, longan ice cream or flan cake with caramel and coffee. Your local guide will take a taxi to go with you get back to your accommodation.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up and drop-off from accommodation within District 1, 3, 4, 5, 10. Any pick-ups outside this area will incur an extra charge depending on the location & distance of the accommodation. Alternatively, you may make your way to the Saigon Opera House, 7 Lam Son Square, District 1. We will pick you up and drop you off there.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended that you leave your handbags, passports and jewelry at your hotel for safe keeping
- A camera is always encouraged. Please take extra care of your camera to avoid theft.
- Cool and comfortable clothing is recommended. Shorts, t-shirts and light pants are also suitable
Reviews(3,395)
My family had an absolutely brilliant time with Thuy - the experience was five star, from booking, to pick up, to the tour itself, and we learnt so much about life in HCMC, as well as sampling local cuisine in places we would never have visited by ourselves. Thuy was a wonderful guide and we couldn't recommend the experience more highly!
Dear Lucy, Thank you very much for your lovely review and kind recommendation. We are so pleased to hear that you and your family had a brilliant time exploring Ho Chi Minh City with Thuy. It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed the entire experience, from the booking and pickup to discovering local cuisine and learning more about everyday life in the city. We are especially happy that Thuy made the tour enjoyable and memorable for your family. We will be sure to share your kind words with her. Thank you again for choosing Street Food Man and for recommending our experience so highly. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you and your family again for another delicious local adventure on your next visit to Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Myself and my family had an absolutely amazing steet food tour with Phuong Thuy in August 2026. The information beforehand was excellent, as was the pick up at our hotel. Thuy was an amazing guide, and really looked after us. We enjoyed some fantastic food and saw a side of HCMC that is hidden from tourists. Would highly recommend this tour.
Dear James, Thank you very much for your wonderful review and kind recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing street food experience with Thuy. It is wonderful to know that everything went smoothly from the information before the tour and hotel pickup to the food experience itself. We are especially pleased that Thuy took great care of your family and helped you discover a more local side of Ho Chi Minh City, away from the usual tourist areas. Sharing authentic local food and introducing our guests to neighborhoods and everyday life that visitors might otherwise miss is exactly what we hope to offer. Your kind words mean a great deal to Thuy and our entire team. Thank you again for choosing Street Food Man. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you and your family again for another memorable food adventure the next time you visit Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Booking a private tour with Trân was easily the highlight of our time in Ho Chi Minh City. She is exceptionally knowledgeable about local cuisine and history, but what truly set her apart was her incredible personality. Trân kept us laughing the entire time and added super fun challenges throughout the tour that completely immersed us in Vietnamese culture. And, of course, the food was absolutely amazing—we got to try authentic local spots we never would have discovered on our own. If you’re coming to Saigon, do yourself a favor and book with Trân!
Dear Emily, Thank you very much for sharing such a wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that your private tour with Trân was a highlight of your time in Ho Chi Minh City. It is especially lovely to know that Trân’s knowledge, warm personality, sense of humor, and fun challenges made the experience so memorable. We always hope our guests can enjoy not only authentic Vietnamese food but also gain a deeper connection with our culture and local way of life. We are also very happy that you enjoyed discovering local food spots that you might not have found on your own. Your kind recommendation means a great deal to Trân and our entire team. Thank you again for choosing Street Food Man. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another fun and delicious local experience the next time you visit Saigon. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Catherine gave us a wonderful food tour and answered all our questions candidly. I’ve done plenty of food tours all over the world, and this was probably the best. She really helped us understand the Vietnamese culture, and this tour was the highlight of our Vietnam trip. She and Vinny, the founder, also took out feedback very constructively and helped us understand why they do things the way they do. I hope you keep up the great work!
Dear Arpit, Thank you very much for your thoughtful and encouraging review. We are truly delighted to hear that your food tour with Catherine was one of the best you have experienced and, especially, that it became a highlight of your trip to Vietnam. We are very happy that Catherine could answer your questions openly and help you gain a deeper understanding of Vietnamese food, culture, and local life. Your kind words about her knowledge and guidance mean a great deal to our team. We also sincerely appreciate the feedback you shared with us. We are always grateful to hear our guests’ perspectives, as they help us continue improving while staying true to the local experience we want to share. Thank you again for choosing Street Food Man and for your wonderful encouragement. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another memorable food experience on your next visit to Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Best way to see and taste the real local culture. Booked this walking tour hoping to try some great local dishes and it completely exceeded my expectations. Our guide Thuy, was incredibly knowledgeable and took us to hidden family stalls we would never have found on our own. Every stop featured fresh authentic food with a fanatic variety of local dishes. Come hungry because there is lots of food. Highly recommend.
Dear Ajlati, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that the walking food tour exceeded your expectations and gave you a chance to experience the real local food and culture of Ho Chi Minh City. We are especially happy to know that Thuy made your experience memorable with her knowledge and introduced you to hidden family-run food stalls that you might not have discovered on your own. It is also wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the freshness, authenticity, and variety of the local dishes. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. We truly appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again on another food adventure the next time you visit Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
What a great experience to get out and see the city while experiencing some amazing local eats. Anna our guide was fantastic (must be tour guide of the month?!?) Plenty of food, definitely didn't leave hungry. 10/10
Dear Sez, Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for giving us an excellent rating. We are so happy to hear that you had a great time exploring the city while enjoying some amazing local food. We are especially delighted to know that Anna made your experience so enjoyable. We will be sure to share your lovely compliment with her, especially your vote for “tour guide of the month.” We are sure it will make her smile! It is also great to hear that you enjoyed the generous amount of food and finished the tour with a full stomach and happy memories. Thank you again for choosing Street Food Man. We truly appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another delicious local experience next time you visit Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Catherine and Minsy were excellent and it was a super fun tour! The food was excellent and there was a huge variety. We got exposed to some new and unique foods and places and saw parts of HCMC that were very cool and didn't feel touristy...just people living and eating. Recommended!
Dear Benjamin, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a fun and delicious experience exploring Ho Chi Minh City with Catherine and Minzy. We are especially happy that you enjoyed the wide variety of local dishes and had the opportunity to try some new and unique foods. One of our favorite parts of the tour is introducing our guests to local neighborhoods and authentic places where people live, gather, and enjoy their everyday meals away from the usual tourist areas. We truly appreciate your kind words about Catherine and Minsy, and we will be very happy to share your compliments with them. Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing Street Food Man. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another local food adventure the next time you visit Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Fantastic and well paced experience. Just the right amount and variety of foods. Anna was amazing and should be employee of the year! She was great accommodating my 87 year old mom with taxis and short walks between venues. She also conveyed interesting information on Vietnamese culture especially as it applies to food. In short, tour is great value for money.
Dear Jeff, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the pace, variety of food, and overall experience of our street food walking tour. We are especially happy to know that Anna took great care of you and your 87-year-old mother. Making sure every guest feels comfortable and can enjoy the experience at their own pace is very important to us. We will certainly share your wonderful compliment about Anna being “employee of the year” with her. We are sure she will be thrilled to hear it! It is also wonderful to know that you enjoyed learning more about Vietnamese culture and its connection to our food. Thank you for recognizing the value of the experience and for choosing Street Food Man during your time in Ho Chi Minh City. We truly appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you and your family again for another memorable food experience in the future. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Anna was fantastic and we had such a great tour; we felt it was very authentic and ate many delicious meals from local vendors. Such a gem and a fantastic expecience
Dear Lucinda, Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great time exploring the local street food scene with Anna. We are especially happy that you found the experience authentic and enjoyed the many delicious dishes from our local vendors. Sharing the flavors, stories, and everyday food culture of Ho Chi Minh City with our guests is something we truly enjoy. Your kind words about Anna mean a lot to us, and we will be very happy to share them with her. Thank you for calling the experience such a gem and for choosing Street Food Man during your visit. We truly appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another delicious local food adventure next time you are in Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
Albert was great! Very friendly and knowledgeable. He brought us to great places and we got to try delicious food and explore neighborhoods we wouldn’t otherwise have had a chance to experience. Highly recommend!!
Dear Jenderenne, Thank you very much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great food experience in Ho Chi Minh City with Albert. We are especially happy to know that Albert’s friendly and knowledgeable guidance made the tour enjoyable and that he introduced you to delicious local food and neighborhoods you might not have discovered on your own. Showing our guests the authentic side of the city through its food and local communities is exactly what we hope to share on every tour. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be very happy to pass your compliments along to Albert. Thank you again for choosing Street Food Man, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another memorable food adventure next time you visit Ho Chi Minh City. Best regards, Vinny Vi (Founder of Street Food Man)
