Bánh khọt, a rustic Southern Vietnamese dish, has won over countless diners with its crispy and flavorful charm. In Saigon, it’s not hard to find delicious bánh khọt, from humble street vendors to upscale restaurants. Here are the top 19 must-try bánh khọt spots with bold flavors that will satisfy even the pickiest foodies.
Khanh Bánh Khọt, with over 30 years of experience, is a familiar name among Saigon locals. Their bánh khọt features crispy shells and generous fillings, fried to a perfect golden hue, served with mustard greens, herbs, lettuce, and shredded green papaya. The dipping sauce, made from a special recipe, elevates the taste. The eatery also offers tamarind-fried balut and various refreshing beverages.
Khanh bánh khọt served with fresh greens and shredded papaya
Cô Hoàng Vũng Tàu Bánh Khọt brings the taste of the sea to the heart of Saigon. The bánh khọt is golden and crispy with fresh shrimp, fragrant scallion oil, and savory shrimp powder — a truly enticing combination. The cozy space adds to the charm.
Cô Hoàng Vũng Tàu bánh khọt, crispy and topped with fresh shrimp
Cối Đá Bánh Khọt features an open-air setting with minimalist decor, creating a peaceful and cozy ambiance. Their bánh khọt is perfectly crispy with fresh river prawns and served with robust fish sauce and fresh herbs. The restaurant also offers a vegetarian version on lunar calendar full moon days.
Cối Đá bánh khọt, crispy with spicy dipping sauce
Thùy Lê Bánh Khọt is famous for its variety of fillings: shrimp, mung beans, pork, and peeled shrimp. Always crispy and served with fresh herbs and sweet-and-sour fish sauce, the flavors are well-balanced. Though small, the eatery is always bustling thanks to its delicious food and quick service.
Thùy Lê bánh khọt with generous fillings
Hải Âu Bánh Khọt is a favorite spot for those seeking Vũng Tàu flavors in Saigon. Crispy cakes with shrimp, pork, squid, and egg are wrapped in fresh greens and shredded papaya, then dipped in tangy fish sauce.
Hải Âu bánh khọt topped with lots of dried shrimp powder
Hidden House offers a unique bánh khọt made with rice flour, chicken egg, mung beans, coconut milk, turmeric, and scallions. The cake is fragrant, crispy, and golden. Its elegant, spacious setting is perfect for family or friend gatherings.
Hidden House bánh khọt with creamy mung beans
Thanh Phương’s Western-Style Bánh Khọt is perfect for those craving authentic Mekong Delta flavors at affordable prices. The cakes are rich and crispy, topped with shrimp, squid, minced pork, and mung beans, drizzled with creamy coconut sauce and served with herbs and sweet fish sauce.
Thanh Phương western-style bánh khọt with fresh greens
Located in a quiet alley, Dì Năm Bánh Khọt delivers the authentic taste of Vũng Tàu. The small, cozy shop serves crispy cakes filled with fresh shrimp, paired with fresh herbs and flavorful fish sauce.
Dì Năm bánh khọt with white batter
Cô Ba Vũng Tàu Bánh Khọt delivers a true coastal dining experience. Made from carefully selected rice flour, filled with fresh shrimp, and fried to a golden crisp, these cakes are as beautiful as they are tasty.
Cô Ba Vũng Tàu bánh khọt golden and beautifully presented
Cô Út Gạo’s bánh xèo and bánh khọt are the eatery’s bestsellers. Crispy cakes filled with fresh shrimp and a wide selection of herbs make this a favorite spot for group gatherings.
Cô Út Gạo bánh khọt hot and crispy
Anh Triệu Bánh Khọt brings “super crispy” Vũng Tàu-style cakes with fillings like shrimp, squid, egg, imitation crab, and octopus. Each cake is a perfect blend of crispiness and richness.
Anh Triệu bánh khọt with sweet fish sauce and shredded papaya
Phố Thành’s “Forest Herb Pancakes” blend Mekong flavors with a fresh, clean space. Their bánh khọt is crispy, filled with shrimp, served with herbs and tangy dipping sauce, and topped with pork floss.
Phố Thành bánh khọt topped with pork floss
Vũng Tàu Bánh Khọt 77/21B offers a cozy, clean setting to enjoy authentic Vũng Tàu-style cakes. Crispy crusts, fresh fillings, herbs, and light fish sauce make this a solid pick.
Vũng Tàu 77/21B bánh khọt with diverse fillings
Bé Diệp’s Forest Herb Pancake stand features Mekong-style bánh khọt with shrimp and quail eggs, crispy outside and soft inside. Served with rare forest greens, sweet fish sauce, and spicy chili sauce.
Bé Diệp bánh khọt with quail eggs – the bestseller
Bánh Khọt 267 delivers rich Mekong flavor in a clean, comfortable setting. Their cakes are crispy with soft interiors and packed with fillings. Staff are friendly and attentive.
Bánh khọt 267 made with fresh river shrimp
Út Giàu Bánh Khọt is a favorite thanks to its piping hot, crispy cakes filled with shrimp and mung beans. Fresh herbs, rich dipping sauce, tangy pickles, and free iced tea complete the experience.
Út Giàu bánh khọt with free herbs and drinks
Phương Nga Bánh Khọt delivers a time-honored flavor in the heart of Saigon. Crispy golden shells, fresh shrimp, rich coconut aroma, and bright greens create a true Mekong-style dish.
Phương Nga bánh khọt with shrimp added post-fry
Hẹn Hò Miền Tây is known not only for bánh xèo but also for delicious bánh khọt. A large plate of rare forest greens, tangy fish sauce, and friendly owners make this a great dining spot.
Hẹn Hò Miền Tây bánh khọt with unique pork belly filling
Rau Rừng Cây Sung’s bánh xèo and bánh khọt offer the full experience — crispy cakes with minimal oil, fresh herbs, and bold dipping sauce. All served beautifully on green banana leaves.
Rau Rừng Cây Sung bánh khọt served on green banana leaves