Bánh Xèo 46A

Visited Bánh Xèo 46A and tried their famous big Vietnamese pancake. The portion was big and crispy, but the taste felt a bit plain for me — maybe because the style is lighter and healthier compared to what I’m used to. One thing that confused us was the staff didn’t explain how to properly eat it, so we ended up eating it the wrong way at first 😅. Later we noticed other tables wrapping it with rice paper and vegetables, which probably made the experience better. Still interesting to try as a local food experience in Saigon.

A Michelin Bib Gourmand! I arrived at 10:00am on a Sunday morning when they opened, and there was no queue at all. If you’re planning to visit, I highly recommend coming early because the tables filled up surprisingly quickly within a short time. I ordered the classic bánh xèo. Although I waited around 20 minutes for it to arrive, it was clearly made fresh to order and came out piping hot, straight from the pan. The crispy exterior paired perfectly with the generous filling, and wrapping it with the fresh herbs and dipping it into the sauce made every bite even better. The food is excellent value for the price, and I can definitely see why this place is so popular. The staff is not the most friendly but i guess that’s ok🥲 My only small gripe is that they charge an additional 20,000 VND for the rice paper. Since rice paper is such a key part of the traditional bánh xèo experience, I was a little surprised that it wasn’t included with the dish. It’s very value for money though — for the size. If you’re in Ho Chi Minh City and looking to try authentic bánh xèo, this is definitely a spot worth visiting.

Found this Michellin Guided restaurant on a whim while looking for the pink Tan Dinh Church. We ordered 2 glasses of ice tea 8k, the special combination banh xeo 180k, and an order of cha gio for 85k. Pricier than average, but the food was good. Crispy banh xeo and a great portion size. Restaurant is heavily busy and chaotic. There's an outdoor section and an indoor with AC. We got lucky with the AC. Eat first, pay at the end. They also have an international menu with photos if you need.

Crispy, giant bánh xèo *plus* a neighborhood dog watch? That sounds like an absolute win. Bánh Xèo 46A is a total institution, and hitting that golden, lacy crispiness on a crepe that size is seriously impressive. The standard Southern-style *nước chấm* (dipping sauce) there does tend to be a bit more on the light, tangy, and watery side to cut through the richness of the fried crepe, but a little extra sweetness and body definitely wouldn't hurt when you're wrapping it all up in those fresh greens. Did any of the resident dogs manage to charm a piece of pork or shrimp out of you, or were they just keeping a professional distance while on shift?

Classic “bring your foreign friends here” kind of spot. 🇻🇳 The bánh xèo was crispy, fresh, and good, but honestly not life-changing compared to many local places. The open kitchen and old-school alley vibe make the experience feel very Saigon though, which is probably why tourists love it. Not a hidden gem for locals, but still a solid place if you want the full Vietnamese street food experience without worrying too much about hygiene or language barriers. 🥬✨