Vietnam for vegan & vegetarian travelers
Vietnam
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Best For: Buddhist vegetarian cuisine
Challenging Because: Fish sauce is everywhere
🥗 What to Eat
- Bún chay (vegetarian noodle bowls)
- Phở chay
- Com chay (vegetarian rice plates)
- Fresh spring rolls (no fish sauce)
🚫 Watch Out For
- Fish sauce (nước mắm)
- Shrimp paste
- Meat broth in soups
🗣️ Survival Phrases (Vietnamese)
- I am vegetarian: Tôi ăn chay
(toy an chai) - I am vegan: Tôi ăn thuần chay
(toy an thwahn chai) - No fish sauce: Không nước mắm
(khong noo-uhk mum)
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Look for restaurants labeled “chay” — Vietnam is one of the best countries on Earth for plant-based travel.
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