Top Must-Try Street Foods in Saigon You Can’t Miss on a Free Walking Tour
Hey guys, I'm Duoc, just call me Galvin. I live in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. When you travel to Ho Chi Minh City, I will accompany you as a tour guide on shared walks to explore famous places and see interesting historical buildings in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup
📍 Meeting Point: In front of the entrance gate of Miếu Bà Thiên Hậu Thánh Mẫu on Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. (You'll see a small yellow temple with red columns and a traditional Chinese-style roof. The entrance has two stone lion statues.) 🧍♂️ How to recognize me: I will be wearing a casual shirt and carrying a small umbrella for easy identification.itional Vietnamese Áo Bà Ba and a nón lá (conical hat). Alternatively, my colleague Wade/Giang usually wears a shirt and carries a small umbrella for easy recognition.
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🥢 Eat, Walk, and Discover Saigon Like Never Before
Craving an unforgettable culinary adventure through the beating heart of Vietnam’s street food capital? Don’t just eat in Saigon—live it. Join our Saigon Night Walking Street Food & Hidden War Stories Tour and dive fork-first into the most authentic, flavorful, and fascinating local experience on GuruWalk!
A Taste of Saigon’s Soul: Let the Night Begin
Picture this: The sun sets, the alleys awaken, and the grills start to sizzle. Locals gather for their favorite dishes, while stories of culture and resilience linger in sacred courtyards and market stalls. You're not reading a guidebook—you’re living it.
We begin where tradition and spirituality meet—at Miếu Bà Thiên Hậu Thánh Mẫu, a beautiful temple on Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street where locals come to seek blessings before meals, journeys, or important decisions. After a peaceful and spiritual start, the feast begins. Guided by locals who live for flavor and storytelling, you’ll walk, eat, laugh, and learn. Every bite opens a new chapter of Saigon’s vibrant culture.
What’s the Tour About?
This isn’t just a food tour. It’s a full-sensory journey through Saigon by night—blending street eats, sacred stops, local life, and one unforgettable ending at Beer Street (Bùi Viện)!
✔️ You’ll taste 9+ iconic dishes locals actually love
✔️ Discover hidden gems tourists rarely find
✔️ Connect with Saigon’s soul—its food, its people, and its stories
What Makes This Tour So Different?
✅ Only GuruWalk tour combining temple visit + street eats + Bùi Viện nightlife
✅ Small-group vibe – Max 12 guests per guide
✅ No upfront fee – Pay only for food (approx. 200,000 VND = 8 USD)
✅ Tip-based – You choose what the experience is worth (10–50€)
Where Will We Go?
📍 Miếu Bà Thiên Hậu Thánh Mẫu – Start with a spiritual pause and local insight
📍 Bò Lá Lốt Cô Liêng – Saigon’s iconic grilled beef in betel leaf
📍 Grilled Banana Sticky Rice – A smoky coconut dessert loved by all
📍 Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartments – Choose: legendary bánh mì or rich bún bò Huế
📍 Ho Thi Ky Flower Market – A maze of petals, scents, and sugarcane juice
📍 Ho Thi Ky Street Food Market – Try bánh tráng nướng, bánh xèo, flan & more
📍 Taxi to Bùi Viện – End the night on Beer Street, the wildest, happiest block in town!
📝 Note: The food stops are suggested — you’re free to choose what you crave!
With over 300 dishes at Hồ Thị Kỷ Market alone, follow your appetite and discover your perfect flavor match.
Book Your Spot Before We Fill Up!
Thousands have joined us—and left with full bellies, smiling faces, and unforgettable memories. Want to taste Saigon beyond the tourist traps? This is it.
📩 WhatsApp: +84 918 919 132
🕕 Tour Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, daily
🎟️ Join for free – just pay for food (approx. 200,000 VND) & tip what you feel!
See you on the streets of Saigon. Let’s eat, explore, and make your night unforgettable.