Is it cheaper to cook at home or eat out in Ho Chi Minh City?

Cooking at home using prices comparable to local cafes costs around 20 million VND per month for two people.

Cost of living heavily depends on habits: cooking at home is one price range, eating out entirely is a much higher one.

Ho Chi Minh City is about 20-30% pricier than Nha Trang, largely because many cafes here add an 8% VAT to the bill, unlike Nha Trang.

Grocery prices are roughly similar across cities, though seafood may be pricier in Ho Chi Minh City.

Prices also depend on whether it's a local or foreign supermarket chain — local chains are cheaper.