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About This Place

Nam Nam Burrito & Tacos operates inside The Shack bar on Nguyễn Văn Hưởng, a setup that gives the whole experience a distinctly unhurried quality — guests eat surrounded by bar stools, cold beer at 35,000 VND a bottle, and occasional rain drifting past the open frontage.

The burritos are West coast in style rather than Tex-Mex: tightly wrapped, not heavy with sauce, built on fresh ingredients. The Cali burrito is the standout, cited by regulars as the best-value option of its kind in Thao Dien. Soft tacos and crispy tacos complete the main offerings, dressed with fresh cilantro, diced onions, lime, and a house-made salsa that brings real heat without drowning the other flavors.

Price is mentioned in almost every review. Guests who eat burritos regularly across Ho Chi Minh City consistently put this at one-half to one-third the cost of comparable options — and rank the quality above more expensive alternatives. Portions land as a proper meal rather than a light snack, which matters when the price is already this low.

Owner Phil draws repeated mentions for being attentive and genuinely invested in the guest experience. Staff offer recommendations and take time with first-timers. The atmosphere suits solo diners, couples, and small groups equally well, and takeaway orders are handled without friction.

Among the Western food options scattered across Thao Dien, Nam Nam competes on value and consistency rather than fitout or spectacle. Its 5.0 rating across 80 reviews reflects returning customers rather than first-visit enthusiasm. Saturday hours begin at 4:30 PM; all other days run from 11 AM to 11:30 PM.

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Menu Highlights

What to order at NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

  • Wet Burrito at NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

    Wet Burrito

    190k VND

    Choose your Regular Burrito , Cali burrito or quesadilla and add Ranchero Sauce, Double cheese on top

  • Wings at NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

    Wings

    140k VND

    6pcs chicken wings and dipping sauce

  • Quesadilla at NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

    Quesadilla

    135k VND

    Wheat Tortilla, Bell Peppers, Pico De Gallo, Sweet Corn, Ranchero, Cheddar Cheese, and Side Salad

  • Ballpark chips at NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

    Ballpark chips

    135k VND

    Cheese Sauce , Pico De Gallo , Corn , Black Beans , Yogurt Garlic , Ranchero, Hot Salsa . Tortilla Chips

  • Burrito at NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

    Burrito

    130k VND

    Wheat Tortilla, Mexican Rice, Black Beans, Bell Peppers, Lettuce, Pico De Gallo, Sweet Corn, Ranchero

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Reviews

5.0(94)
Võ Lâm Ký
Võ Lâm Ký
4mo ago

Good place, worth coming for dinner, friendly staffs, cheap price. Btw, It could be better if the tables and chairs were arranged more logically.

Jackylyn De Jesus
Jackylyn De Jesus
6mo ago

I must admit, I had some reservations about the Mexican food reviews here in Vietnam. However, after reading the reviews and seeing the food for myself, I was pleasantly surprised. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive to our needs and giving us recommendations which I actually like. My standards for Tex-Mex food are quite high, especially since I’m half Mexican and my partner is fully Mexican. Despite these expectations, I highly recommend this place. I even brought my picky-eater friend along to see if she’d enjoy it, and she ended up ordering more food than she could eat! I’d definitely go back

Minh Lâm Minh
Minh Lâm Minh
6mo ago

I had a great experience here. The dishes were flavorful and freshly prepared, and the quality exceeded my expectations. The owner was extremely friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about customers. It’s rare to find a place with both amazing food and such heartfelt service. Highly recommended!

tony ton
tony ton
7mo ago

Really good mexican food at relaly good price. I visited several times, never disappointed once.

Joe Mỹ
Joe Mỹ
9mo ago

I had a wonderful burrito sitting peacefully watching the drizzle outside. Considering that the price was 1/2-1/3 that of most other burritos I've had in HCMC it's pretty amazing that it was BY FAR the best. It's not a big sloppy mess, nor glooped-up texmex. This is more of a West coast style with fresh ingredients and authentic sides. The owner, Phil, is a gem. I really can't recommend it highly enough. It's located within, but distinct from, a bar with a relaxed atmosphere. You order your drinks (alcohol or, if you're like me, non-alcoholic) from the bar and the food from the kitchen separately. I live a few hours a way, so I wish I could support this business more often. But I'll be back. To anyone in the neighborhood, I urge you to come check it out and support the place! If we want these kinds of things available when we're feeling homesick, craving something in particular, whatever the reason it may be, we've got to make it worth their while to stay. It'll be worth your while to come and try it out. Halfway through my meal I bought a second to go. I'm not even sure why, I'm full! I guess I'll get up in the middle of the night and chow down. I forgot to take a pic while eating, so I'll include a picture of the takeaway. In case anyone is having trouble remembering what a burrito wrapped in paper looks like 😂

Visit Tips

Visiting NAM NAM BURRITO & TACOS

  • Open late: Doors stay open past 4 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.

  • Breakfast available: Opens by 4 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Thao Dien.

  • Menu starts from: 20k VND, based on 31 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 362 142 744 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: casual dinner, takeaway, budget-conscious meal, group hangout.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What's the best dish at Nam Nam Burrito & Tacos?
The Cali burrito draws the most repeat mentions — reviewers call it 'the best-value option of its kind in Thao Dien' and rank its quality above pricier alternatives across HCMC.
Is Nam Nam Burrito & Tacos good value for money?
Multiple reviews note the price is '1/2–1/3 that of most other burritos in HCMC,' with portions described as a proper filling meal rather than a light snack.
Is Nam Nam Burrito & Tacos good for solo dining?
The bar setting inside The Shack suits solo diners well — guests describe eating unhurriedly with a 35,000 VND beer while watching rain drift past the open frontage.
What are the opening hours at Nam Nam Burrito & Tacos?
Saturday hours start at 4:30 PM; all other days run from 11 AM to 11:30 PM.
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