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Street Eats

Oc Loan – Snails and Seafood

Ốc Loan sits at the end of a quiet alley and serves a full seafood banquet. Snails, clams and the Saigon street food experience at its best.

By the Saigon Scene teamUpdated 1 min read

Oc Loan - Snails and Seafood

Snails Galore!

Although initial hesitance lingered in the air due to the lack of bustling crowds, my decision to venture forth proved rewarding. What awaited me at the alley’s end was nothing short of a seafood banquet that encapsulated the quintessential Saigon street food experience.

As I traversed the shadowy passage, an array of street food stalls materialized, proudly showcasing an assortment of seafood offerings. This tableau epitomized the heart and soul of Saigon’s vibrant street food scene.

Oc Loan shone as just one luminary among these culinary treasures in a constellation of street food stalls. Its positive acclaim on Google Maps attracted my attention, and I soon found myself immersed in a culinary adventure. The aroma of grilling snails and clams over charcoal danced through the air, an appetizing symphony. 

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Address: 174/41 Nguyễn Thiện Thuật, Ward 3, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 

Operating Hours: Daily from 9 AM to 9 PM 

Must-Try: Snails & Clams

Price: VND 175,000, encompassing two clam dishes and various snails.

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