Bò bía is a Teochew-Chinese fresh roll that became a beloved Vietnamese street snack — jicama, carrot, Chinese sausage, dried shrimp, and lettuce rolled in rice paper. Light, crunchy, and savory, often served with a hoisin-peanut dipping sauce. The dish is harder to find than gỏi cuốn but rewards anyone who tracks it down.
Ba Le Bakery Top Pick
A Mills 50 bakery that serves bo bia alongside their famous banh mi. The rolls are filled with fresh jicama, carrot, eggs, and dried shrimp — wrapped in rice paper and served with hoisin dipping sauce. A classic bakery snack
Banh Mi Cali Best Value
A Vietnamese bakery and cafe on West Colonial that offers bo bia as a fresh spring roll option. The jicama is crunchy, the filling is generous, and the hoisin sauce is house-made. Affordable and authentic. Hours: Daily 8AM-
Banh Mi Nha Trang Hidden Gem
A well-hidden Mills 50 shop known for excellent banh mi. Their Bo Bia is made fresh daily with quality ingredients. A hidden gem worth seeking out. Hours: Daily 8AM-7PM Bo Bia is distinct from goi cuon — it features jicama,