From Simplicity to Street Royalty
Each plate of cơm tấm is a feast: grilled pork chops (sườn nướng), steamed egg cake, shredded pork skin, and a fried egg — all laid over fragrant rice, topped with a drizzle of nước mắm sauce. It’s the kind of meal that feels like home.
A Symphony of Flavors
Sweet, smoky, tangy, and savory — cơm tấm captures the balance at the heart of Vietnamese cooking. It’s best enjoyed with a bit of chili, pickled vegetables, and maybe a side of soup.
Where to Try It
In Ho Chi Minh City, try Cơm Tấm Ba Ghiền or Cơm Tấm Cali for an authentic taste of Saigon mornings.