1. Ba Ghien broken rice
Ba Ghien broken rice is known to diners as "the broken rice restaurant with the biggest ribs in Saigon". Recently, this restaurant was named by Michelin Guide in the Bib Gourmand list - a restaurant with delicious food at affordable prices.
The super large ribs are the "signature" of Ba Ghien broken rice.
The full plate of rice with ribs is always at least 450 grams on average, the owner claims. This is also the reason why the price for a plate of rice with ribs is up to 81,000 VND. The restaurant serves a variety of toppings: egg rolls, pork skin, fried eggs, meatballs, Chinese sausage, stuffed tofu, chicken, various types of soup and many other drinks.
Ba Ghien Broken Rice is usually crowded at most times. You can avoid rush hours or book a table in advance to avoid waiting.
Address: 84 Dang Van Ngu, Ward 10, Phu Nhuan District, HCMC
Price: 65,000 - 150,000 VND/plate
Opening hours: 7:00 - 21:00
2. Korean broken rice (Du Fu Coffee)
Right in the heart of Saigon, there is a broken rice restaurant that used to be one of the secret bases of Saigon's special forces. When visiting the Dai Han broken rice restaurant, diners seem to be transported back in time to the 1940s.
The space of the shop evokes memories of the 40s of the last century.
In addition to its mysterious interface, the broken rice restaurant also impresses with its kimchi-land flavors mixed with the typical Saigon culinary flavors. Initially, there was only broken rice with grilled ribs, pork skin, sausage, eggs, pickled morning glory served with sweet and sour garlic chili fish sauce in the Southern style. But then, the Korean soldiers (Korean soldiers who came to fight in the Vietnam War) were not used to it, so they suggested the restaurant owner add kimchi. Since then, kimchi has become an indispensable side dish at Korean broken rice.
Saigon broken rice is eaten with Korean kimchi.
This is one of the few broken rice restaurants in Saigon that cooks with unmixed broken rice, so the rice grains are soft and fluffy. The lean ribs have a bit of fat mixed with tendons, are brushed with honey, and grilled just right so the edges don't burn. The restaurant's other side dishes are also popular with customers because of their good quality.
Address: 13A Dang Dung Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1
Price: about 60,000 VND/plate
Opening hours: 10am – 9pm
3. Mrs. Muoi's broken rice
Com Tam Ba Muoi is one of the famous late night broken rice restaurants in Saigon. The restaurant only has a few low tables and chairs but is always crowded, especially late at night. Although the space is quite small, Com Tam Muoi still attracts customers because of its attentive service.
Mrs. Muoi's broken rice dish will be served with cucumber and crispy fried pork rinds.
Similar to most other broken rice restaurants, Muoi broken rice has popular toppings such as ribs, chicken, eggs, braised pork with shrimp paste, and side dishes such as cucumber, pork rind, pickles, and scallion oil in true Saigon style. In addition, there are also offal, braised eggs, braised fish, fried chicken, etc.
Each dish is marinated in its own way, so it has a distinctive flavor, highly appreciated by many customers. The dishes here are meticulously prepared, clean and hygienic. You will often have to queue if you come during peak hours.
Address: 294/35 Xo Viet Nghe Tinh, Ward 21, Binh Thanh District
Price: 45,000 - 65,000 VND/plate
Opening hours: 5:30 p.m.
4. Garbage dump broken rice
Listed in the top restaurants with the most bizarre names, the Garbage Dump Broken Rice may make you a little "uncomfortable" when you hear it. The restaurant is located in the Chieu market area - the address where people often collect trash. Although it is not located right next to the garbage dump, because there is only one broken rice restaurant in this area, customers humorously named the restaurant "Garden Broken Rice".
The restaurant has a variety of side dishes for you to choose from.
This broken rice restaurant will surely make you confused about which dish to choose from with countless dishes from: braised, fried, stir-fried, stewed, grilled, meat, vegetables, seafood. Every dish is well-seasoned and neatly presented. The ingredients are carefully selected so the quality of the restaurant's food is always maintained fresh and delicious.
The rice dish is neatly arranged and looks delicious.
Address: 73 Le Van Linh, District 4.
Price range: 35,000 VND - 100,000 VND.
Opening hours: 16:30 – 00:00
5. Phuong broken rice with honey grilled ribs
Located between the Pasteur - Tran Quoc Toan intersection, Phuong broken rice restaurant is known by many people for its signature honey-grilled ribs. The ribs are marinated well and grilled evenly, so they are very soft and not dry. The ribs with rich honey aroma are the choice of most customers when visiting the restaurant. In addition, Phuong broken rice also has dishes such as braised chicken, fried eggs, Chinese sausage...
Broken rice is served with cucumber, pickles and soup.
The broken rice dish is served with cucumbers, pickles and soup. This is a familiar lunch spot for many people because of its affordable prices. Each portion of broken rice with honey ribs costs 35,000 VND; toppings such as pork skin and sausage are only 5,000 VND each.
Address: 296 Pasteur, Ward 8, District 3
Price: 35,000 - 50,000 VND/plate
Opening hours: 6:00 - 21:00
