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Vegetarian & Jain Food in Vietnam: What Indian Travel Agents Should Know

North Indian Vegetarian Cuisine in Vietnam

North Indian cuisine vegetarian dishes are widely available in Vietnam through Indian restaurants in major tourism cities.

Popular restaurants serving North Indian vegetarian meals include:

  •       Dalcheeni Indian Restaurant
  •       Namaste Hanoi
  •       Tandoor Indian Restaurant
  •       Maharaja Indian Restaurant

These restaurants are frequently used by tour operators to arrange meals for Indian group tours.

Typical North Indian vegetarian menu options included in Vietnam tour programs:

  •       Vegetable Samosa
  •       Paneer Butter Masala
  •       Dal Tadka
  •       Aloo Gobi
  •       Vegetable Biryani
  •       Butter Naan / Garlic Naan
  •       Jeera Rice
  •       Gulab Jamun

Many of these dishes are classic vegetarian specialties of North India such as paneer curries and lentil dishes served with rice or flatbread.

These meals are very familiar for travelers from Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Punjab, making them ideal for incentive tours, MICE groups, and Indian wedding travel.

Reference:

https://recipes.timesofindia.com/web-stories/11-most-popular-vegetarian-dishes-of-north-india/photostory/111196129.cms

South Indian Vegetarian Cuisine in Vietnam

South Indian cuisine options are also available in Vietnam, particularly for travelers who prefer lighter rice-based dishes and traditional South Indian flavors.

Several restaurants serving South Indian cuisine include:

  •       Ganesh Indian Restaurant
  •       Annam Indian Restaurant
  •       Dosa King

These restaurants are popular choices for Indian tour groups requiring vegetarian or Jain-friendly meal arrangements.

Typical South Indian vegetarian menu options arranged for Indian travelers include:

  •       Masala Dosa
  •       Plain Dosa
  •       Idli with Sambar
  •       Uttapam
  •       Lemon Rice
  •       Vegetable Upma
  •       Coconut Chutney
  •       Filter Coffee

South Indian meals are especially popular among travelers from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh, where rice-based cuisine and fermented dishes such as dosa and idli are daily staples.

Reference:

https://www.incredibleindia.org

Why Is Vietnam Emerging as a Fast-Growing MICE Destination in Southeast Asia?

Tourism between India and Vietnam has grown rapidly in recent years, making India one of the fastest-growing source markets for Vietnam tourism.

According to reports from VnExpress International and Vietnam’s tourism authorities:

  •       Vietnam welcomed 392,000 Indian visitors in 2023
  •       The number increased to over 501,000 visitors in 2024
  •       In the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam received about 656,000 Indian tourists, a 47% increase year-on-year

Sources:
 https://e.vnexpress.net/news/travel
  https://www.vietnam.vn/en/viet-nam-trong-cuoc-canh-tranh-gianh-thi-truong-khach-an-do

Vietnam’s tourism industry has also experienced strong overall recovery:

  •       17.5 million international visitors in 2024
  •       Over 21 million international visitors in 2025, the highest level ever recorded

Source:
 https://en.vietnamplus.vn/international-arrivals-to-vietnam-hit-new-record-in-2025-up-over-20-post335449.vnp

Industry experts note that 30–40% of Indians follow a vegetarian diet, while a smaller segment follows Jain dietary rules.

Jain food typically excludes:

  •       Onion
  •       Garlic
  •       Root vegetables

For this reason, food planning is a critical factor when designing Vietnam tours for Indian travelers.

Which Vegetarian & Jain-Friendly Restaurants Are Recommended in Vietnam?

Travel agents planning vegetarian tours in Vietnam can consider the following restaurants.

Hanoi

  •   Namaste Hanoi
  •   Benaras Mantra
  •   Sadhu Vegetarian Restaurant

Ho Chi Minh City

  •       Hum Vegetarian
  •       Tandoor Saigon
  •       Shri Restaurant & Lounge

Da Nang

  •       Maharaja Indian Restaurant
  •       Rasoi Indian Restaurant

Many restaurants can prepare Jain meals in Vietnam if requested in advance.

How Can Travel Agents Ensure High-Quality Jain Meals for Tour Groups in Vietnam?

To ensure high-quality Jain meals for Indian tour groups, professional DMCs usually follow this process.

  1. Pre-trip confirmation

Confirm dietary requirements with the travel agent:

  •       Jain meals
  •       No onion
  •       No garlic
  •       No root vegetables
  1. Restaurant verification

Choose restaurants experienced in serving Indian tour groups.

  1. Pre-order meals

Arrange meals 24–48 hours in advance.

  1. Kitchen coordination

Ensure separate preparation and avoid cross-contamination.

  1. Final check

Tour leaders confirm meals before serving.

What Benefits Do Travel Agents Gain When Partnering with a Vietnam DMC?

Working with an experienced Vietnam DMC for the Indian market provides several advantages:

✔ Reduced risk of food-related complaints
  ✔ Improved customer satisfaction
  ✔ Easier planning of vegetarian tours
  ✔ Increased repeat bookings from Indian groups

Industry coverage from TTG Asia also highlights that Indian outbound tourism is one of the fastest-growing markets in Asia.

Reference:
 https://www.ttgasia.com

How Can Indian Travel Agents Plan Successful Vegetarian or Jain Tours to Vietnam?

Are you an Indian travel agent planning Vietnam tours for vegetarian or Jain travelers?

Partner with a trusted Vietnam DMC for the Indian market.

Contact Anvui DMC to receive:

  •       Vegetarian-friendly Vietnam itineraries
  •       Verified Indian restaurant lists
  •       Guidance for handling Jain meal requests

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