Ho Chi Minh City

On their third trip to Vietnam, a family in their 40s chose a dish in Ho Chi Minh City instead of pho. We visited a restaurant called Bun Thit Nuong, a spicy noodle dish, and honestly reviewed it. We'll share the flavors and characteristics of Bun Thit Nuong, as well as tips for delicious restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City!

District 7 and Phu My Hung, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

 

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is divided into districts, each with its own unique characteristics. The restaurant I'm introducing today is District 7 has a relaxed and modern atmosphere, unlike the bustling District 1, the center of Ho Chi Minh City.That's where it is.

In particular, in the 7th Army Phu My HungThere is a planned new city called , which has a clean and modern appearance and various amenities such as luxury apartment complexes, shopping malls, and international schools.

And this Phu My Hung is home to many Koreans, so there are many Korean restaurants, supermarkets, hospitals, pharmacies, and other places where communication is possible in Korean, making it a convenient place for Korean travelers.This is also true.

Kimheung Rice Noodles

 

District 7 in Ho Chi Minh City, especially Phu My Hung, is home to a large Korean population, so there are quite a few restaurants that cater to the picky tastes of Koreans.

Kim Hung Pho is a local pho restaurant that satisfies the many demanding criteria, especially for cleanliness and palate, typical of Koreans. It's so famous that even my younger brother, who has lived in Ho Chi Minh City for quite some time, was the first to introduce me to its pho.

The first thing to understand is 🔎[Regional differences in pho styles in Vietnam] Go see the article. This place is a typical example of the southern style of rice noodles. I run this place. Through the YouTube channel <Traveling> You can check out Pokim Heung in the video.

• Address: 📍Chung Cư Mỹ Phúc, 70 Lý Long Tường, Tân Phong, Quận 7, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
• Business hours: Weekdays 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

There are quite a few tables outside, so it's nice to eat outside, but no matter how cool it is, since it's Vietnam in Southeast Asia, I prefer to sit inside whenever possible.

Upon entering the hall, you'll find the high ceilings and cool interior tables, each with a large air conditioner in front, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The open kitchen is particularly welcoming, allowing you to dine with complete confidence.

Because this place is located in Phu My Hung, Ho Chi Minh City's Koreatown, you'll see a lot of Koreans. I visited almost every Sunday, and every time, there were two or three tables occupied by Koreans.

This place is known for its rice noodles, but I prefer the spicy rice noodles called bun thit nuong. So I ordered the spicy rice noodles bun thit nuong, the po jin rice noodles, and tra da (a kind of tea popular among Vietnamese people).

When you order food, they bring out the following ingredients for the rice noodles: spicy chili peppers and lime to cut through the meaty smell of the rice noodles, boiled bean sprouts, and cilantro that looks moist and fresh.

You can add vegetables to suit your taste. I like to add three or four hot peppers along with the hosta, as it maintains the spicy and delicious flavor of the soup.

Kim Heung Rice Noodles is a delicious combination of clear meat broth, tender beef, and well-cooked rice noodles. The portion is generous, so one meal is enough to satisfy you.

In Korea, most places charge 10,000-15,000 won for a bowl of rice noodles, but here, the noodles cost only 75,000 dong (4,000 won). Yet, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that's incomparable to anything you'd find in Korea.

The real highlight of Pokim Heung!

After trying Bun Tin Nuong while eating rice noodles, I always order this dish whenever I visit. It's difficult to compare rice noodles directly because there are so many famous restaurants. Ho Chi Minh City's Top 3 for Bun Thit Nuong It's clear what's inside.

Pho Kim Hung's rice noodles are actually just a tool to introduce this bun thit nuong. The bun thit nuong I first tried in Ho Chi Minh City is a flavor unlike any other I've experienced. The meat, with its slightly smoky aroma, is so delicious that you'll want to eat it on rice.

There's a dish called "geumseung," which is a dish where the same meat is placed on rice, but I haven't tried it yet. However, I'm confident that nothing can match the charm of this bun tit nuong. The vegetables inside are a perfect combination of cucumber, lettuce, carrots, and peanuts.

And the unidentified sauce lightly sprinkled on the bun ttang nueng makes it even more savory. The price is 95,000 dong.

※ For those who want to check the atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh Pho Kim Hung restaurant through video, Please check out my YouTube channelI'll give it to you.

Honest review, made with my own money

 

This is the restaurant that comes to mind every time I come to Phu My Hung during my trip to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

District 7 is home to a wealth of renowned Korean restaurants, but few can rival Kim Heung Pho's Bun Thit Nuong. If you're traveling to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, I highly recommend stopping by this restaurant.

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Planning a train trip from Nha Trang, Vietnam, to Hanoi? We'll share with you various information, including how to book tickets online, board the train, and the condition of the four-person sleeper car.

Traveling by train from Nha Trang to Hanoi

 

Train tickets from Nha Trang, a popular tourist destination for Koreans, to Hanoi in the north are available for reservation.

There are several sites where you can make reservations, the first of which is operated by a Singaporean company. 12GOSecondly, there is one that is directly operated in Vietnam. Railway reservation siteThere is.

👉 Book train tickets with KlookIt is most convenient to dodo.

📅 Nha Trang Hanoi Train Schedule and Prices

 

In my case, I booked my ticket through a website called 12GO, but later discovered it was operated by a Singaporean company. I had no problems booking my train ticket. We recommend booking directly on the Vietnam Railways reservation website.Do it.

When you reserve a ticket, you will receive a confirmation QR code and a PDF file containing information about the train you will be boarding via email. I will just go over a few things you must check on the ticket.

• Confirm destination

Make sure to check if the route is Nha Trang ➡ Hanoi

• Check train number

The "SE12" written behind "Train" is the train number. When you arrive at the train station and find it difficult to find any information about the train, knowing SE12, the arrival number, is essential.

• Check train arrival time

You should check the arrival time of the train you need to board at the station, and you can check the car and seat number, so it is a good idea to be sure to familiarize yourself with the car, seat, and time.

(In my case, I often don't check my boarding pass until I get off the plane, but I always take a screenshot to confirm my seat!)

How to board the train at Nha Trang Station

 

This is the Nha Trang train station where I boarded. Since my train was scheduled for 4:26 AM, I took a Grab and arrived at the station around 4 AM.

The outside was brightly lit with flashy lights, but the inside felt like a small neighborhood bus stop I remember visiting when I was young.

• Nha Trang Train Station : 📍17 Thái Nguyên, Phước Tân, Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa 650000

Vietnam trains have recently introduced two-person VIP sleeper cabins, and the price of these cabins can be comparable to, or even more expensive than, a flight from Nha Trang to Hanoi.

Also, because there aren't enough seats, they tend to sell out quickly. The next level up is the four-person VIP sleeper car, and this is the train I rode.

Vietnam train travel 4-person sleeper compartment condition

 

It is hot during the day and cold at night or in the early morning. The cleanliness of the restrooms is absolutely not something you can expect, so if you think, "I can't do it without a clean environment or accommodation," choose a flight if possible.It is good to do so.

In particular, the distance from Nha Trang to Hanoi is 1,300 km, which is about three times the distance from Seoul to Busan, so it is a distance that can be reached in less than two hours by plane, but it takes a full day and five hours by train.

The Vietnam train journey takes about 30 hours, and frankly, it is difficult.

The train I rode was SE12, and there was no dining car inside the train, only 4-person and 6-person cars, and no seats in the train car.

Sometimes, at large train stations, I pass another train, and judging by the dining car, it seems that some trains have different dining cars.

When arriving at a large station among the stations that stop at lunchtime, there are cases where the train stops for a long time, such as 10 minutes, as announced. During this time, you can get off the train for a short while and buy a light snack at a store near the station.

So, you must be very curious about how you manage to eat during those 30 hours.

Some people may remember selling steamed eggs or cider by walking between the seats on the Tongil-ho or Mugunghwa-ho trains when they were young. This is similar to the scene.

They also sell simple drinks, small banh mi, and small lunch boxes that look like mi goreng while pushing a cart, so you don't have to worry because you can buy them at a cheap price (most drinks are 20,000 VND, and lunch boxes are 40,000 VND).

The taste is not bad considering the price.It was.

Should I take the Nha Trang ⮕ Hanoi train trip?

 

If you choose a VIP sleeper car because you have to take a long train ride, the price is definitely not cheaper than that of an airplane.

Also, deciding to travel for over 30 hours and face a not-so-clean and pleasant restroom when you can get there in less than 2 hours by plane is not an easy decision.

However, you can enjoy the real beauty of Vietnam outside the window at any time, as much as you want. If you want to experience a truly offline trip where even 3G doesn't work well in many places, we welcome you with open arms.And I recommend it.

After experiencing these unforgettable 30 hours, I, too, found myself overwhelmed with gratitude for the easy access to Wi-Fi and readily available food and drinks. Isn't this what travel is all about? I wonder.

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