Bếp Chay Hội An

Bếp Chay Hội An is a vegan kitchen that takes a firm stance against industrial meat substitutes – no fake processed ‘mock meat’ here. They work with fresh local ingredients daily, and the philosophy shows up in dishes like Vegan Wonton Soup and Vegan Chicken Rice that taste like actual food rather than an apology for not having meat.

The location sits at the top of the Ben Tre area, which makes it genuinely useful if you’re staying outside the Ancient Town and tired of trekking downtown every time you want a plant-based meal. The owner is hands-on and enthusiastic about what they’re doing.

This opened in April 2025, so it’s new – but a ‘natural food from nature’ kitchen run by someone who clearly cares is worth tracking down regardless of how long it’s been open.