2026 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam must-buy souvenir guide: internet-famous snacks, premium chocolate, and the perfect baguette to take on the plane.

When traveling to Ho Chi Minh City, besides enjoying Vietnamese massages and tasting authentic food, buying souvenirs is definitely a main event. By 2026, Vietnam's souvenir market is no longer limited to traditional coffee beans and mung bean cakes—many internet-famous snacks with exquisite packaging and unique flavors are sweeping major supermarkets.

This article selects 5 of the most talked-about must-buy souvenirs in Ho Chi Minh City right now, from budget supermarket snacks to world-class artisanal chocolate, plus a bonus hidden itinerary for the "perfect baguette to take on the plane" to put the perfect finishing touch on your Vietnam trip!

1. Orion C'est Bon Baguette Garlic Butter Baguette Crisps

If you search for must-buy Vietnamese snacks on major social platforms, this C'est Bon Baguette from the well-known food manufacturer Orion will definitely rank near the top. It miniaturizes the classic French baguette into a bite-sized version, baked golden and crispy, and spread with rich garlic butter.

The charm of this snack lies in its excellent texture; the balance of garlic and butter is just right, not overly sweet or cloyingly salty. Many travelers stock up when they see it in Ho Chi Minh City supermarkets (such as Co.opmart or Lotte Mart), because it's not only delicious but also comes in small individual packages that are perfect for bringing back to the office to share with colleagues.

2. Orion Bong Bang Fish-shaped Mochi-filled Pie

Another viral snack from the Orion brand is Bong Bang (Vietnamese name: Bánh Con Cá Bổng Bang). It's a little fish-shaped treat that is beloved by both adults and children in Vietnam.

Its outer layer is a soft cake, filled with chewy mochi and a sweet chocolate or red bean filling. The multi-layered textures make it a dessert that both adults and children can't put down. Bong Bang can be easily purchased at convenience stores and large supermarkets in Vietnam, making it an ideal gift for kids or friends with a sweet tooth.

3. VIFON Pho Bo Instant Beef Pho

When it comes to Vietnam, how can you not mention pho? If you want to bring the flavors of Vietnam's street food home, VIFON's instant beef pho (Pho Bo) is an absolute must-buy.

VIFON is a long-established and well-known Vietnamese brand. Unlike typical instant noodles, this instant pho uses real rice noodles, and most impressively, it actually includes a seasoning pack with real beef chunks! Just add hot water and steep for a few minutes, and the rich beef-bone broth aroma will fill the air—the authenticity is very high. We strongly recommend leaving some space in your suitcase and bringing several packs home to enjoy later.

4. Vietnam-flavored Specialty Cashews (Tom Yum, Cheese, Nori flavors)

Vietnam is one of the world's largest cashew exporters, so cashews have long been a classic Vietnamese souvenir. But cashews have evolved in 2026! Now, in Ho Chi Minh City's supermarkets or specialty souvenir shops (such as Star Kitchen on Basement 2 of Takashimaya department store), you can find cashews in a variety of creative flavors.

Beyond traditional salt-roasted and natural with skins, the most popular flavors now are Tom Yum, cheese, nori, and even coffee. These flavored cashews not only retain the nutty crunch but their unique tastes make them addictive—perfect as a bar snack.

5. Maison Marou Premium Artisanal Chocolate

If you're looking for a high-quality, refined gift, Maison Marou is absolutely the top choice. Praised by The New York Times as "the best chocolate you've never tasted," Marou is Vietnam's first premium bean-to-bar chocolate brand.

They use cocoa beans grown in six different southern Vietnamese provinces to create dark chocolates with distinctive fruity, spice, or honey notes. The packaging design blends Vietnamese traditional woodblock art with French elegance, resulting in a superb tactile quality—very suitable as an upscale gift.

Maison Marou Café Ben Thanh Address: 144Bis Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Thành, Hồ Chí Minh

Hidden perfect itinerary: The viral baguette to take on the plane — Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa

After buying souvenirs and before heading to the airport, many savvy travelers arrange a perfect "closing ritual"—buying one of Ho Chi Minh City's most famous viral baguettes, Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa, to take on the plane!

This famed shop, hailed as the "Saigon Baguette Queen," has been open since 1989 and is known for its oversized portions stuffed with various roasted meats, ham, pâté, and a special mayonnaise; it has long lines every day.

Why recommend taking it on the plane? For short flights from Vietnam to Taiwan, Hong Kong, or mainland China, the journey usually only takes a few hours. Buying a baguette and bringing it home means at most only half a day has passed. Back at home, simply pop the baguette in the oven to heat and crisp it slightly—one bite and the filling and the aroma of the crunchy bread will let you relive the wonderful tastes of Vietnam that same night.

The most convenient buying tip: combine a massage at Win Royal Spa with free luggage storage

This viral baguette shop is only about a 30-step walk from Win Royal Spa Royal Vietnamese Massage! We highly recommend that travelers arrange this perfect itinerary before heading to the airport: after checking out, bring your luggage to Win Royal Spa, where we offer free luggage storage; after enjoying a massage, walk next door to Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa to buy a baguette; finally return to the spa to pick up your luggage and hail a Grab taxi from the door to Tan Son Nhat Airport!

Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa Address: 26 Lê Thị Riêng, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1; Opening hours: Daily 06:00–22:00