Released on February 14, the list by the Zagreb, Croatia-based food platform included 26 Vietnamese dishes, showcasing the nation’s diverse and flavorful street food culture.

Bún đậu mắm tôm – a must-try traditional dish

With a rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, bún đậu mắm tôm ranked 58th on the list.

According to Taste Atlas, this iconic dish consists of vermicelli noodles, crispy fried tofu, and a signature shrimp paste sauce, all served with fresh herbs.

"Traditionally, diners squeeze a few drops of lime or kumquat juice into the shrimp paste and whisk it to enhance the flavor. This dish is a staple of Hanoi street food and can easily be found at roadside stalls across the city," the website describes.

Cháo lòng – Vietnam’s flavorful porridge

Ranked 86th, cháo lòng is celebrated for its affordability and deep-rooted popularity across Vietnam.

Taste Atlas describes it as: "Each region has its own variation, but the base remains the same: rice porridge cooked with pork bone broth, combined with a variety of pork offal such as liver, kidney, spleen, stomach, or heart."

Typically served hot, cháo lòng is often accompanied by crispy dough sticks (quẩy), scallions, chili powder, and optional add-ons like pig’s blood pudding. Diners can also customize their bowls with bean sprouts, lime, fresh herbs, fish sauce, and ginger for an extra burst of flavor.

Alongside cháo lòng and bún đậu mắm tôm, many Vietnamese favorites were featured in the rankings, including:

Bánh mì (ranked 3rd)
Phở bò (9th)
Cơm tấm (20th)
Nem (27th)
Bánh khoái (31st)
Nem lụi (35th)
Bánh xèo (36th)
Phở gà (38th)
Bánh bèo (39th)
Bò bía (62nd)
Hủ tiếu Nam Vang (64th)
Bánh rán (67th)
Bánh khọt (76th)
Bánh cuốn (80th)

Founded in 2015, Taste Atlas is an international food platform that maps traditional dishes from around the world.

According to Matija Babić, the platform’s founder, the rankings are based on expert reviews and contributions from food critics, ensuring the credibility of each selection.

With Vietnam’s strong presence in the rankings, it’s clear that the country’s street food continues to be a global favorite, offering unique flavors and cultural heritage in every bite.

Do An