Saigon Street Food Exploration: Authentic Tasting with Local Students

Embark on a Saigon street food exploration with local students. Experience authentic tastings of beef noodle soup, grilled pork, banh xeo, and more. All-inclusive tour with pick-up. Vegetarian options available.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Saigon Back Alley Tours - We will meet you at your accommodation pick you up by taxi then start a street food walk and explore Saigon’s nighttime.\n* the menu could be slightly changed depending on the day and time and availability of local food stalls.\n\nLet’s do the 8 Must-do tastings: \nTasting 1 # Start your appetite with the famous beef…
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Assortment of snacks
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1 and 3
  • Pickup outside District 1 and 3 requires an extra fee
  • Inclusive of dinner
  • Selection of beverages
  • Experience local food tasting
  • Private vehicle transportation
  • Enjoy alcoholic drinks
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

NOTHING OSTENTATIOUS, ONLY AUTHENTICITY
Including all meals, beverages, and central pick-up facility. We provide vegetarian options as well.
Join us as we traverse through 3 less-traveled districts and EXPERIENCE the 8 Essential tastings:
Tasting 1 # Kick-start your culinary adventure with a beef noodle soup flavored with bone, lemongrass, cinnamon…

Location
Saigon Back Alley Tours
200/25A Xom Chieu Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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T4852utchiaral
Jan 9, 2025
Super local and fun food tour - We were a group of 4 and had a wonderful evening with Carolyn and Ted! We felt like locals having food with friends, which made the experience even better! We chose the walking tour over the motorbike one to really explore the city and it‘s hidden corners.
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870bennik
Dec 16, 2024
Wonderful street food tour - We did this great tour on our first evening in Ho Chi Minh. We were the only two participants of the tour. Despite being booked at short notice in the morning of the same day, the organisation worked excellently. Our guide Phi picked us up by taxi at our hotel and showed us great places to eat in the city afterwards on foot. We visited one of them again a few days later. Phi explained a lot to us about the respective food and also otherwise you could talk to him very well in English about the country and culture. We had a wonderful evening and can fully recommend the tour!
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Helga_f
Dec 6, 2024
Fantastic experience - The food was incredible and our tour leader Ted was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable and helpful. He made sure we were always looked after. Highly recommend.
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Melaniegk7077hc
Nov 27, 2024
Highly recommend!! - We had the tour with Hao Nguyen & Phuc Nguyen. I loved every minute of it. The food was delicious and the two guys are so nice and welcoming. They showed us some secret spots and restaurants. Amazing experience! Wish you all the best Melanie & Michael
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Briansx7218lk
Nov 22, 2024
Good food, and super kind tour guide! - Tim was fantastic! He is very kind and proud of his country and its food! When I told him I was interested in trying chicken feet, he smiled and immediately said we would get some (Don’t worry, that’s not normally on the tour!).
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Kaleb_a
Nov 13, 2024
Great day with Minh - Had a fantastic tour with Minh! He was really knowledgeable and showed us a great time taking care of all our dietary requirements. We left very full and very happy!
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Y2066ophansk
Oct 13, 2024
A nugget - Hung, the guide was friendly, knowledgeable and service minded. This helped to give us a positive experience of the activity.
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Elaine_s
Sep 17, 2024
A tour you should not miss! - Lung, our guide was awesome. We have mobility issues and he adjusted the tour to suit our needs. We certainly had an amazing sampling of Vietnamese food and enjoyed the street food culture. A truly wonderful experience!
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Cpjerra
Aug 20, 2024
Great city walk and food - Tien was an exceptional young lady full of knowledge, interesting tidbits and a great sense of humour. She absolutely made our tour and encouraged us to try local foods that we may not have been adventurous enough to try on our own. All of the food on the tour was delicious and options well thought out for our group. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Jen_k
Jul 25, 2024
Unforgettable Culinary Journey in Ho Chi Minh City with Linh - If you’re considering a food tour in Ho Chi Minh City, look no further than Linh’s exceptional culinary adventure! Despite writing this review a bit late, the memories of our incredible experience with Linh are still as vivid and delightful as the day we embarked on this gastronomic journey. When we met Linh, her enthusiasm and passion for Vietnamese cuisine were evident. She went above and beyond to ensure we tasted the best the city could offer. Each food stop was carefully selected, showcasing a diverse range of flavours and dishes that epitomize the rich culinary heritage of Ho Chi Minh City. The walking between food stands was not just a means to an end but a fun and engaging part of the tour. Linh’s deep knowledge of the city’s history and culture added layers of context to each bite we savoured. Her storytelling and insights transformed the simple act of eating into an educational and immersive experience. Every dish we tried was delicious. From the crispy Bánh Xèo to the delectable Bánh Mì and the refreshing sugarcane juice, each taste was a discovery, perfectly curated to highlight the best street food of the city. Linh’s keen eye for quality and authenticity ensured we only experienced the finest. Moreover, Linh herself was a joy to be around. Her kindness, patience, and informative nature made us feel welcome and cared for throughout the tour. She was always ready to answer questions, share anecdotes, and provide recommendations, making our tour enjoyable and incredibly informative. Our food tour with Linh was an unforgettable adventure that exceeded all expectations. Her dedication to providing an exceptional experience, extensive knowledge, and warm personality made this tour a highlight of our trip to Ho Chi Minh City. We can’t recommend Linh’s food tour highly enough – it’s an absolute must-do for anyone wanting to explore the culinary wonders of this vibrant city!
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