About this spot
Chay Lam is one of the best spots in Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City. If locals are sitting on plastic stools eating here at 7am, you should be too.
💡 Tips before you go
- Tiny plastic stools = the best food in Vietnam
- Point at what others are eating if you're not sure
- Cash for everything — ATMs are plentiful
- "Cho toi cai nay" (give me this) while pointing
Common Questions
Where is Chay Lam?
It's in Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City. Address: Hẻm 860 Xô viết Nghệ Tĩnh, 129
Do I need reservations?
Street food: never. Just sit down at an empty stool. Upscale restaurants: call ahead.
About this page
Restaurant: Chay Lam (Chay Lam)
Cuisine: vietnamese
Location: Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Source: Curated from local review platforms