What to order at Tau Hu Da Bo Bia

Must order
A handful of bo bia rolls with the sweet-savoury dip.
The dish to know
Bo bia and tofu pudding
Editor tip
Bo bia comes sweet or savoury; the savoury rolls with dried shrimp are the classic snack.
CuisineVietnamese
Price$
Neighborhooddistrict-1
HoursDaily 10:00-19:00
The dishBo bia and tofu pudding
PaymentCash only
Last verified

Must order: A handful of bo bia rolls with the sweet-savoury dip.

Tip: Bo bia comes sweet or savoury; the savoury rolls with dried shrimp are the classic snack.

Location

Address: 251 Le Thanh Ton Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

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Try: Goi cuon

Order: Fresh goi cuon with the peanut-hoisin sauce.

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Try: Bo la lot

Order: Skewers of bo la lot to roll in rice paper with herbs.

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