{"id":29680,"date":"2018-10-02T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2018-10-01T22:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures?p=29680&preview=true&preview_id=29680"},"modified":"2025-03-25T02:34:56","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T15:34:56","slug":"vegan-vegetarian-gluten-free-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/vegan-vegetarian-gluten-free-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan? Vegetarian? Gluten-free? Here’s your ultimate guide to eating in Vietnam"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vietnam<\/a> is a great destination for many reasons: the people are friendly, the scenery is beautiful, there\u2019s so much to do… and, perhaps best of all, the food is incredible. Just delicious. And the best part? Even if you have food sensitivities or restrictions \u2014 you\u2019re a vegan, let\u2019s say, or you\u2019re gluten-free, or you don\u2019t eat peanuts \u2014 Vietnam has your back.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

Lots of their dishes can be prepared to your liking, or are inherently gluten-free or vegan in the first place \u2014 which means that you don\u2019t even need to ask for a special dish. You just need to know the right dishes to eat in the first place. This guide will help you navigate all of your options. <\/span><\/p>\n

First things first: learn some key lingo. <\/b><\/h3>\n

\"HanoiIf you\u2019re vegetarian or vegan, \u201cchay\u201d means that you eat vegetarian food in the same way that Vietnamese Buddhists do\u2014so be sure to bust out that phrase often. While Vietnamese dishes do have a lot of meat, most of them can be made without meat. If you\u2019re vegan, though, you\u2019ll also need to say what else you don\u2019t eat. \u201cToi khong an\u201d means \u201cI don\u2019t eat\u201d in Vietnamese, and then add the following words: sua (milk), bo (butter), trung (eggs), nuoc mam (fish sauce), and pho mai (cheese).<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: 6 REASONS VIETNAM IS THE PERFECT DESTINATION FOR FIRST-TIME TRAVELLERS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re gluten-free, Vietnam is a pretty sweet destination. Many of its staples\u2014rice, rice noodles, meats, and veggies\u2014and naturally gluten-free, so you\u2019ll generally be okay. But condiments can get tricky. Although traditional Vietnamese soy sauce is gluten-free, many restaurants that cater to tourists import soy sauce from the West\u2014which has gluten. In this way, it\u2019s actually safer to eat street food, which often uses traditional Vietnamese condiments, then eat in restaurants. No matter what, you may find it helpful to carry around a gluten-free translation card, like <\/span>this one<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>this one<\/span><\/a>, if you are severely allergic. \u201cKhong chua gluten\u201d means that you don\u2019t have gluten, but if you show someone the cards, they will have an even better understanding of your food restriction. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"AAnd finally, if you have a nut allergy, especially a peanut allergy, you will have to be really careful, as nuts are a staple in Vietnamese kitchens and are often served as a flourish or garnish on dishes. If you are severely allergic, it\u2019s best to carry around a food restriction card <\/span>like this one<\/span><\/a>, which tells you how, exactly, to say things like \u201cIf I eat peanuts I will die.\u201d Your best bet is to stick with mostly soup dishes, as they are least likely to have peanuts and other nuts.<\/span><\/p>\n

EXPLORE VIETNAM ON A REAL FOOD ADVENTURE NOW<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Next up: Learn a few key dishes that are generally best for gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian food in Vietnam. <\/b><\/h3>\n

1. Pho<\/b><\/h3>\n

BEST FOR: Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, peanut-free<\/b><\/p>\n

\"VendorYou\u2019ve probably heard of pho already; it\u2019s a popular Vietnamese meal even outside of Vietnam. But what you may not know is that pho knocks it out of the park when it comes to dietary restrictions, as most people \u2014 regardless of what they can and cannot eat \u2013 can<\/em> eat pho. The noodles themselves are made from rice, so they are inherently gluten-free. The dish does not have peanuts either, so nut-free people are good there too. And while traditional pho is usually made with a meat-based broth, beef, noodles, and tons of herbs, chillies, and limes, they make delicious veggie versions too, which is perfect for all of the vegetarians and vegans out there. Just ask for \u201cpho chay,\u201d and you\u2019ll get a soup made from vegetarian stock and tofu, plus all of the same accoutrements.<\/span><\/p>\n

TREAT YOUR TASTEBUDS TO A WORLD OF AMAZING FOOD ON A VEGAN FOOD ADVENTURE NOW<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

2. Banh Mi<\/b><\/h3>\n

BEST FOR: Vegetarian, vegan (and usually peanut-free)<\/b><\/p>\n

\"eatingLike pho, banh mi is also one of the most famous Vietnamese dishes around. It\u2019s essentially a baguette stuffed with savory fillings, like fresh cilantro and mint, pickled cucumber, carrots, and daikon radish, and then a protein of your choosing, topped off with a healthy dose of hot sauce. While the most typical protein filling is meat \u2014 usually pork \u2014 vegetarians and vegans can ask for \u201cbanh mi chay,\u201d which will come instead with seared tofu, egg, or vegetables. Banh mi usually doesn\u2019t have peanuts, but sometimes there may be a drizzle of peanut oil, so be sure to check. <\/span><\/p>\n

3. Goi cuon (Vietnamese rice paper rolls)<\/b><\/h3>\n

BEST FOR: Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan (and peanut-free people if you skip the sauce)<\/b><\/p>\n

\"IntrepidThese rolls are gold. Seriously. So fresh, and so delicious. They are essentially rice paper (which is naturally gluten-free) rolled around a combination of meat, seafood, and vegetables. They can easily be made vegetarian or vegan by asking for tofu instead of meat or seafood. But peanut-free people, beware: these usually come with a peanut dipping sauce, so if you order them, make sure to skip the sauce!<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: HOW TO CROSS THE ROAD IN VIETNAM<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

4. Nom Du Du (papaya salad)<\/b><\/h3>\n

BEST FOR: Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan (people with peanut allergies should definitely avoid this dish!)<\/b><\/p>\n

\"AUnless you\u2019re allergic to peanuts, fresh papaya salad is an absolute must in Vietnam. Made from fresh papaya strips, carrots, sesame seeds, basil, coriander, and a ton of peanuts, it\u2019s inherently gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan \u2014 score. Some places may use fish sauce in the dressing, so ask them to leave it out when you’re ordering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Banh It Tran (sticky rice dumplings) <\/b><\/h3>\n

BEST FOR: Gluten-free, peanut-free, vegetarian, vegan<\/b><\/p>\n

These babies are heaven for dumpling fanatics. The dumpling dough is made from rice flour and water \u2014 so it\u2019s gluten-free \u2014 and it\u2019s then stuffed with a mix of mashed mung beans and meat, fried shallots, and fresh spring onions. (Vegetarians and vegans can ask for it without the meat\u2014just the mung beans.) Finally, it\u2019s served with a chili dunking sauce and pickles \u2014 so much yum.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: VEGAN FOODIE? THESE 5 DESTINATIONS ARE PERFECT FOR YOU<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

\"Cooking6. Lau (hot pot)<\/b><\/h3>\n

BEST FOR: Gluten-free, peanut-free, vegetarian, vegan<\/b><\/p>\n

Hot pots are a great way to have a group dinner with having to debate about what to order. Your server places a big pot of simmering soup in the middle of the table, and then places bowls of other things \u2014 precooked rice noodles, vegetables, meats \u2014 around it. Then it\u2019s on you to make your own creation using all of the above. For vegetarians and vegans, be sure to request \u201clau chay,\u201d which will guarantee that the stock doesn\u2019t have meat, and that you will get veggie-friendly sides, like tofu and mushrooms. <\/span><\/p>\n

7. Dau Sot Ca Chua<\/b><\/h3>\n

Best for: Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, peanut-free<\/b><\/p>\n

This one\u2019s a favorite among the vegetarian Vietnamese crowd (and tourists, too). It\u2019s essentially fried tofu with garlic and tomato sauce, plus spring onions and steamed rice. It\u2019s both a street food and a restaurant food, so find it anywhere if you can! <\/span><\/p>\n

Finally: Once you know the dishes to look out for, get yourself to a restaurant that prepares them exceptionally well. These spots are a good start: <\/b><\/h3>\n

Ho Chi Minh City<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"\"Goc Ha Noi <\/b><\/a>\u2014 <\/b>This is one of those restaurants that will make you feel like a true traveler for having discovered such a hole-in-the-wall gem. Tucked at the end of a long alleyway, it\u2019s got that mystery, that allure \u2014 and the food is delicious too. They have both meat and vegetarian-friendly options, and they have a delicious egg coffee!<\/span><\/p>\n

Hanoi<\/b><\/h3>\n

Com Chay Nang Tam<\/b><\/a> \u2014 <\/b>Remember how \u201cchay\u201d technically means food that Buddhists eat? This cafe has tons of \u201cBuddhist food,\u201d complete with tofu bowls and veggies and even mock meats that replace the meat in standard Vietnamese dishes. Bonus: It\u2019s the oldest vegetarian restaurant in Hanoi!<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: A DAY IN HANOI, VIETNAM: YOUR GO-TO GUIDE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

\"AHoi An<\/b><\/h3>\n

Minh Hien<\/b><\/a> \u2014 <\/b>This place is straight out of a travel movie, where you see travelers milling about, eating local food and relaxing at a hole-in-the-wall spot. It\u2019s got an incredibly relaxing atmosphere, with bookshelves all around and an outdoor area with twinkly lights, and they offer vegetarian versions of most Vietnamese specialties, so you really can\u2019t go wrong. <\/span><\/p>\n

Hue<\/b><\/h3>\n

Nook Cafe & Bar<\/b><\/a> \u2014 <\/b>Not only is this cafe super cute, with festive tablecloths and wall hangings, the food is all catered to the food-sensitive crowd. They have meat dishes, yes, but they also have plenty of veggie and gluten-free and nut-free options.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Vietnam food FAQ’s<\/h2>\n

Is Vietnam vegetarian friendly?<\/h3>\n

Lots of Vietnamese foods can be made vegetarian, dishes such as Banh mi, Pho and Goi Coun perfect for vegetarians.<\/p>\n

Is Vietnam vegan friendly?<\/span><\/h3>\n

It can be a little more tricky to find vegan food in Vietnam, but there are lots of dishes which are vegan, but we recommend double checking with the restaurants.<\/p>\n

What does chay mean in Vietnamese?<\/h3>\n

Chay in Vietnamese means non-meat or meatless, it’s a great word to learn if you are vegetarian.<\/p>\n

In the end, no matter where you choose to eat \u2014 restaurant or street cart \u2014 there is a very high chance that the food will be delicious, as Vietnamese dishes are so full of flavor at their core. And now that you are armed with the intel you need to navigate your options, you\u2019re practically guaranteed to have an amazing \u2014 and delicious \u2014 time. Happy eating!<\/span><\/p>\n

Explore Vietnam<\/a> on a small group adventure now!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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