Review Author: Nigrita6

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: Our guides Henry and Jayden‘s enthusiasm quickly turned my tired colleagues into believers that this would be a fun, cultural team building evening. The lads picked us up from the hotel in a taxi and entertained us with titbits of information all the way to District 7. We lost count of the number of food stops. There was the mini-cooking class place. Another was down a pretty side street where we were shown the proper way to construct our own spring rolls. There was a fruit stall where we tried fresh, local fruit. There was banana-peanut-coconut ice cream. The final stop was bánh mì with a twist. I’m sure I’m missing one or two. In between eating we walked the streets mingling with the locals. True to word, not another tourist in sight. Don’t worry about going hungry. We all waddled back to our rooms once the lads dropped us off. Recommend you don’t eat for a day before you do this tour.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Roving

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: we had a wonderful private food tour with our guide Jadon! it started with a city pick up to our convenience and we took a taxi to district 10 where we were introduced to local food! true enough - food that we did not expect & it was so authentic (zero tourists). extremely positive experience with Jadon as he explained many things & kept us entertained with good humor and cultural information. jadon is very thoughtful & genuinely curious too, making the food extremely interactive and enjoyable. we look forward to joining other tours when we return, thanks jadon!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Katharina O

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: Two guides picked us (a group of 7 people) up at our hotel. We took taxis and drove to a very local, non-touristic area of Ho Chi Minh. There we dived into the local life of Vietnamese people. The guides were wonderful, spoke excellent English and shared knowledge of their country's history, culture and their lives with us for the hours of the tour. The food was amazing, fresh, delicious and not what you would eat in a stereotypical restaurant. If you want to experience real life and street food in Ho Chi Minh, take this tour!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Perfect mix of sightseeing and food

Review Date: 16 May 2024

Review Body: Kaylin and Claire were absolutely fabulous. I came across this tour as I’m coeliac and my boyfriend is lactose intolerant and they catered really well for our requirements. There was an explanation with each dish - all the ingredients but also how to eat it like a local. We had about 7 different dishes across 5 stops. We loved riding the scooters as we haven’t really done much on motorbikes. It was a great mix of sightseeing and food. Would 100% recommend, especially if you’re tight on time!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Matthew M

Review Date: 16 May 2024

Review Body: What a great way to spend an evening in HCMC. Chris and Vince were both so welcoming, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to and took us to some amazing local food spots! We are excited to start looking for these delicious dishes as we continue our trip through Vietnam! Would recommend this trip to anyone looking to experience what the locals eat and get away from the tourist side of things, and you’ll be extra lucky if you get the chance to do it with Chris and Vince!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Angela D

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: We visited so many local places which we never otherwise would have been able to enjoy. The food and cooking class were so different to what we experienced so far in Vietnam. The food was really delicious and we saved the locations. Our guide Jadon was so friendly, knowledgeable and we were able to talk about so many different topics. Our friend recommended this tour to us and we will definitely recommend this to anyone visiting hcm!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Mel

Review Date: 02 Feb 2026

Review Body: I did the street food tour which took me off the tourist trail to District 7. Eating with locals and learning local insights. My guide Win was very lovely and kind, full of passion and stories. I was solo and managed to eat 5 meals in an hour so come HUNGRY and don’t stop even if you’re full 😅 thanks so much Win. I’ll definitely recommend him as a guide and share this tour with my friends!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Byung Jun K

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: As described, it was very special not only for diverse foods, but also places without tourists. It might not be easy to find those local restaurants and foods by ourselves. And, our friendly tour guides were very professional and nice to introduce new foods and make the entire tour happy. There was no problem at all in English conversation with two tour guide gentlemen.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Rubi.

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: Jadon was an incredible tour guide! The food was incredible and suited our dietary restrictions (even more impressive as my group had different diets and all of us were full by the end of it). I would highly recommend the tour company and ask for Jadon! He made the experience lively

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Yun Hua

Review Date: 25 Aug 2024

Review Body: My friends and I enjoyed the tour, the tour guide was very patient and also knowledgeable about the dishes from different parts of Vietnam. He took great care of us and brought us to local haunts which you wouldn't be able to find on your own. Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kate

Review Date: 25 Jul 2025

Review Body: Win was the most incredible guide. An amazing tour full of the most incredible Vietnamese dishes. I was the only person booked for the tour so felt very spoilt to have such an incredible experience. 11/10 recommend doing this tour whilst in Ho Chi Minh City!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Carrie

Review Date: 10 May 2025

Review Body: Our group had an amazing time on our food tour. Definitely off the beaten path locations and food. We were the only tourists at each location. Win accounted for our dietary issues and brought us to the most delicious food places.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Attila Csepregi

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: Great perfect English spoken guide! In 100% non tourist district, great adventure. Our 7,5 year's old dougther try and eat all dishes. We recommend it to all ! If we come back we make the tour again!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ruby G

Review Date: 23 May 2024

Review Body: We had a really great time Great food and a few laughs Jadon was a great tour guide. Definitely reccomend! And will definitely do again if we return to Vietnam

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ivan

Review Date: 12 Oct 2024

Review Body: Had a great time with Justin, he was very knowledgeable and patient. Found out a lot about local HCM food!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ashley M

Review Date: 09 Jul 2024

Review Body: Amazing tour! Our tour guide, Bao, was wonderful and very knowledgeable. Everyone at the farm was friendly and excited to share their culture, food and time with us. We were looking for a tour that allowed us to learn about local produce and experience a farm. This tour delivered that! We got to learn about rice paddies, see a market and learn about local herbs. We cooked delicious dishes and learned things that we will be able to do at home too. This was a great tour and we would highly recommend it!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ashley

Review Date: 16 Jun 2024

Review Body: went for their guided cooking tour and absolutely love it!!! guide bao was very attentive to us and shared with us interesting facts about vietnam. We cycled and went to the local market, before heading back to the farm to cook. It was a really lovely time there and would 100% encourage people to come for the tour if they are in HCM

Review rating: 5

Review Author: James. G

Review Date: 16 May 2024

Review Body: Very authentic experience in an amazing setting. We shopped for ingredients, got explaination on the Vietnam fruits and meanwhile enjoying daily life in Vietnam. Our guide is super lovely and had helping you out with any problem you might have. Best thing to do in Ho Chi Minh city!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jovel

Review Date: 23 Aug 2025

Review Body: Such an amazing experience. It was perfect and we had the best time. Joe is delightful and overall, it was so much better than we expected. Highly recommend. 🙌

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Unique mini-cooking class, Culinary expedition Saigon with flavours, stories, and local spots without a single other tourist

Itinerary Description: Get ready for an enchanting evening as our tour guide meets you at your hotel at 5:30 PM. We'll catch a taxi to our starting point for the night (please cover the taxi fee, which ranges from 50,000 to 120,000 VND depending on the day). During the ride, our guide will introduce you to the fascinating world of Vietnamese food and culture. Our Local Night Food Tour kicks off with a hidden gem from Lang Son—a mountainous region in the north of Vietnam. The unique yet delicious flavors of this area are sure to captivate you from the very first bite. As you indulge in these mountainous delights at a local family-run restaurant, you'll even get a chance to join in a mini cooking class, trying your hand at making the dishes you're enjoying. Please note, our visit to local establishments means that sometimes activities might be unavailable due to the hosts' health conditions, unlike in regular tourist restaurants. After bidding farewell to the northern flavors, we'll stroll through small local streets to our next culinary stop, featuring southern delights: succulent grilled meats wrapped in herbs and fresh Vietnamese rice papers. Next, we'll discover a hidden spot famous among locals for its exceptional Vietnamese Pancakes (Banh xeo). This tucked-away restaurant is a treasure not known to most tourists but loved by those who find it. No local journey in Saigon is complete without a visit to a bustling wet market. Here, you'll encounter exotic sights rarely seen in typical supermarkets, such as jumping frogs and a plethora of tropical fruits. We'll also treat you to some of the most delicious local fruits found in a quaint shop within the market. Our tour then takes you to a beloved local spot to enjoy a dessert cherished by every Vietnamese child—a sweet treat that evokes nostalgic memories. Besides the famous Pho, Banh mi, and Banh xeo, Vietnamese youth often have trending foods that change over time and remain largely unknown to tourists. We’ll introduce you to one of these trendy delights during our tour! With hearts and bellies full, we conclude our night by returning you to your hotel by taxi (cost not included), after a truly local and unforgettable food journey through Saigon.