Enjoying art shows in the city is also a good way for you to appreciate the “Saigon identity”. Do not miss the outstanding programs that we recommend you below!
Truc Mai House is a familiar space for many locals and tourists who love Vietnamese folk music. At a small house on Pham Viet Chanh Street, Binh Thanh District, meritorious artist Tuyet Mai with her husband, who is a bamboo flutist Dinh Linh, and two children are still enthusiastically imparting knowledge to fans of traditional music through unique musical instrument classes such as flute, monochord, double-stringed lute, zither, drum, lithophone, T’rung musical instrument, K’long put,…. The music from zither and T’rung of artist Tuyet Mai are special, while artist Dinh Linh and his son play the bamboo flute very skillfully. At the same time, her family also organizes performances of Chau Van songs, folk songs and musical works played from different ethnic musical instruments for visitors to enjoy. During the performance, the couple will introduce and explain to the audience the meaning of each traditional Vietnamese musical instrument.
Truc Mai House No. 104, Pham Viet Chanh Street, Ward 19, Binh Thanh District.
Appearing around the 13th century, Vietnamese classical opera is an old-fashioned musical show style with exaggerated lyrics and lively rhythms on festive occasions. Artists have to draw bold faces, multiples (applied, added) on people with fancy flags and latex crowns. During the time General Le Van Duyet (1764 – 1832) was a head of South Vietnam, people used to say he was fond of Vietnamese classic opera. Local people also handed down an anecdote that Ong Thuong (General Le Van Duyet’s nickname) personally participated in the performance. It is also thanks to that chance that Vietnamese classical opera is more and more deeply rooted in the southern land and develops to a perfect level. On the occasion of the anniversary of Ong Thuong’s death (July 30 to August 2 of the lunar calendar) every year, artist from Art troupe of Ho Chi Minh’s Vietnamese classical opera house gather at Le Van Duyet Mausoleum for some activities, such as participating in “Xay Chau Dai Boi” ceremony, perform for 2 day continuously plays as “Duc thuong cong Ta quan Le Van Duyet”, “Thuyet Duong”, “San Hau I, II, III”, … for recreating Ong Thuong’s life. At the end of the performance, the Sacrifice Board with the artists performed the “Ton Vuong” ritual and ended the anniversary. Being able to perform Vietnamese classical opera house at the mausoleum on Ong Thuong’s death anniversary is an honor for troupe artists, as well as helping locals and visitors to understand more about the beauty of ancient performance art.
Le Van Duyet Mausoleum, No. 01, Vu Tung Street, Ward 1, Binh Thanh District.
For a long time, Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City has existed green, peaceful parks and zoos hidden in the heart of the bustling city. Here are the green places we recommend, where you can find a great relaxing experience.
The Saigon Zoo & Botanical Gardens has existed for more than 150 years, making it the 8th oldest zoo in the world. At first, this place was named Botanical Garden, used to improve culture and conservation activities of flora and fauna for the city people, as well as to serve research work for Indochinese scientists. In 1990, Botanical Garden became an official member of the South East Asian Zoos Association (SEAZA). The park has many kinds of rare and precious animals and plants that are indigenous and imported from many other countries such as Indochinese tiger, Asian Golden Cat, white rhinoceros, Pygmy hippopotamus, Ring-tailed lemur, etc.
Up to now, the Botanical Garden has become one of the largest zoos in the country with more than 1000 animals, more than 2000 trees of 260 species, 23 species of domestic orchids, 33 species of cactus on an area of 17hectares. The campus here is very fresh with chirping birds and countless green trees and beautiful flowers. The Zoo is a green lung that helps to regulate the air and preserve the natural environment of the city, while conserving rare species of flora and fauna in Vietnam.
Address: No. 2, Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.
Opening hours (from Monday to Sunday and public holidays):
Tao Dan Park not only has rich and diverse vegetation with more than 1000 species of large and small trees, but also a space bearing many traces of Saigon’s history through 3 centuries. In the last century, this place was an ornamental flower garden located in the campus of the Governor of Cochinchina, called Ong Thuong Garden. The French continued to plan to become the first public flower garden in Saigon. Later, the park was named Tao Dan, which was a painting and poetry festival presided over by Le Thanh Tong King in the 15th century. In the early morning or cool afternoon, under the shade of airy trees with the chirping of birds, many local people come to sightsee, go for a walk, play sports, participate in art and entertainment activities.
f you are a scent fanatic, you cannot ignore the places to shop and experience the perfumes, soaps and scented candles that we recommend below. All contain separate emotional stories and memories. This is also a meaningful gift for you during your trip to Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City.
Miss Saigon domestic perfume brand for more than 30 years has been very familiar to generations of locals and foreign tourists when coming to Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City. Miss Vietnam – Saigon women’s perfume line is in the high-end collection of Miss Vietnam perfumes for those who love the dynamic and bustle scents of the city. The fragrance is a wonderful blend of citrus essences of rich tropical fruit trees with gentle notes of peony, daffodils and warm sandalwood.
Vegetarianism is becoming an increasingly popular trend in modern life. In Ho Chi Minh City, there are many vegetarian restaurants offering a diverse range of dishes, from Asian to Western, attracting the attention of many people. Join Visithcmc as we explore the top 12 vegetarian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City in the article below.
Thiền Ý Vegetarian Restaurant is one of the oldest and most famous vegetarian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. With a tranquil and meditative atmosphere in the heart of the city, Thiền Ý is a perfect choice for those seeking peace. The restaurant specializes in pure vegetarian dishes with a diverse menu featuring rustic countryside-style dishes such as mango salad, coconut tofu salad, angel hair soup, seaweed soup, spring rolls, rice pancakes, mixed sour soup, garlic stir-fried water spinach, and many more for diners to choose from.
Thiền Ý Vegetarian Restaurant has multiple branches, and each branch offers different menus. For example, at the Trần Quý Cáp and Phổ Quang branches, they offer buffet-style dining with three options: Three-Region Buffet, Countryside Buffet, and Reunion Buffet, with prices ranging from 90,000 VND to 150,000 VND, serving during two time slots: 11 am – 2 pm and 5 pm – 8:30 pm every day of the week. The Nguyễn Văn Đậu branch only serves a 40,000 VND breakfast buffet, and they also offer à la carte options. If you desire a quiet and private space, you can book a private room for your family.
– Addresses:
– Branch 1: 36 Trần Quý Cáp, Ward 11, Bình Thạnh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Branch 2: 2 Phổ Quang, Tân Bình District, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Branch 3: 285A, Nguyễn Văn Đậu, Ward 11, Bình Thạnh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 7 am – 8:30 pm. Note that each branch may have different opening hours.
Vegetarian Restaurant is a highly acclaimed vegetarian restaurant known for its elegant ambiance and unique lotus-themed decor. The first floor is designed with tables and chairs, while the second floor offers a Japanese-style seating arrangement. Upon entering the restaurant, you not only enjoy a peaceful and serene atmosphere but also savor delicious dishes prepared by experienced vegetarian chefs.
The menu at Sen Vegetarian Restaurant is diverse, featuring over 150 purely Vietnamese vegetarian dishes made primarily from fresh vegetables, ensuring high-quality ingredients. Notable dishes include lotus shoot salad, lotus leaf fried rice, spicy lemongrass tofu, and Southern-style sour soup, among others. The presentation of dishes is exquisite, providing a delightful dining experience.
Addresses:
– Branch 1: 171 Nguyễn Thái Học, Phạm Ngũ Lão Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Branch 2: 93-95 Phó Đức Chính, Nguyễn Thái Bình Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 8 am – 2 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm.
Hum Vegetarian Restaurant is an ideal rendezvous in a lush and inviting setting with a variety of delicious vegetarian dishes. With meticulous attention to detail in the restaurant’s decor, featuring a fresh, natural, and comfortable ambiance, Hum offers a warm and peaceful atmosphere for diners.
The extensive and diverse menu at Hum consists of delectable vegetarian dishes made from natural ingredients such as beans, various seeds, and fresh fruits and vegetables, ensuring a nutritious and wholesome meal. Each dish at Hum is carefully prepared and beautifully presented to provide diners with the finest sensory experience, including taste, aroma, and texture.
Hum takes pride in its creative culinary offerings and serves nutritious beverages made from fresh fruits, vegetables, and various seeds to support health and offer memorable flavors. When dining at Hum, you can also immerse yourself in soothing and delightful music for the ultimate relaxation.
Addresses:
Branch 1: 32 D10 Street, Thảo Điền Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.
Branch 2: 32 – 34 Võ Văn Tần Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 10 am – 10 pm.
Vajra is one of the longstanding vegetarian restaurants in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant’s design primarily features red tones, creating a cozy atmosphere with vibrant Tibetan Buddhist influences. With friendly and attentive staff, Vajra ensures quick service and a delightful dining experience.
One of Vajra’s key strengths lies in the taste of its dishes. The restaurant pays meticulous attention to ingredient quality and flavor profiles, ensuring that each dish aligns perfectly with the preferences of most diners. Notable dishes at Vajra include lotus leaf-steamed rice, Tibetan mushroom sauce, and mushroom spring rolls, all beautifully presented with a clean and healthy taste. In addition to the vegetarian options, the restaurant also serves rejuvenating desserts and young tofu, which are worth trying.
– Address: 711 Lê Hồng Phong Street, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 10 am – 10 pm.
Thanh Lạc Vegetarian Restaurant boasts a modern design with a predominant blue color scheme, creating a sense of sophistication and elegance while remaining cozy and welcoming. The restaurant can accommodate about 80 guests and is known for its relatively affordable prices coupled with excellent quality.
The menu at Thanh Lạc Vegetarian Restaurant is diverse and prepared from fresh and flavorful ingredients such as broken rice, spring rolls, fried tofu, and lotus stem salad. Additionally, the restaurant offers a variety of refreshing beverages, all meticulously crafted by skilled chefs.
Thanh Lạc’s significant advantage is its commitment to using all proceeds for charity purposes and providing free meals to those in need.
– Address: 144 Nguyễn Tất Thành Street, Ward 13, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 10:30 am – 9 pm.
Located in District 9, Hạnh Nguyện is a vegetarian restaurant with a tranquil, refreshing, and serene atmosphere. The restaurant primarily utilizes wooden furnishings with warm, muted tones, complemented by lanterns, creating a close connection with nature. Upon entering the restaurant, you’ll be greeted by the soothing aroma of lemongrass and cinnamon essential oils, providing relaxation and comfort to fully enjoy your meal.
Hạnh Nguyện uses 100% fresh vegetables and refrains from using mock meats or any artificial additives, resulting in dishes that retain their natural, delicious flavors while promoting good health. In addition to traditional vegetarian dishes, the restaurant also innovates with new creations such as mixed grain rice, pure salad, fruit spring rolls, and royal tofu, offering exquisite, unforgettable flavors. These dishes are not only delicious but also rich in nutrients, making them a healthy and balanced choice for all diners.
– Address: 212 Quốc Lộ 15, Hiệp Phước Commune, Nhà Bè District, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 7 am – 9 pm.
If you’re looking for a delicious vegetarian restaurant in District 2 to indulge in, then you shouldn’t miss out on Green Vegetarian Restaurant. With its elegant design, surrounded by lush greenery, adorned with small, charming potted plants glistening under warm yellow lights, and filled with the subtle scent of lemongrass essential oil, combined with soothing background music, it creates a warm, tranquil, and serene ambiance for diners.
With a diverse and rich menu, specially crafted with a focus on freshness, purity, and health, Green Vegetarian Restaurant offers unique and delightful dining experiences with each dish. The ingredients are sourced from fresh plant-based sources, with absolutely no use of artificial flavorings or mock meats. The natural flavors from various vegetables, herbs, and grains make the restaurant’s dishes stand out. Some must-try dishes at the restaurant include the special Green Vegetarian mixed rice, special Green Vegetarian fried rice, braised lotus seed mushrooms, and mushroom soup.
– Address: 50 Le Van Thinh, Binh Trung Dong Ward, District 2, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City. Opening hours: 10 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM.
Zen House Vegetarian Restaurant is nestled in a small garden surrounded by lush greenery, a beautiful fish pond, and a prayer tower placed right in the heart of the restaurant, accompanied by soothing music. It creates an atmosphere of tranquility, romance, and serenity, making it suitable for gatherings with friends, family gatherings, or hosting events.
The menu at Zen House is diverse, with carefully selected ingredients ensuring freshness, origin transparency, and food safety. The restaurant’s chefs meticulously calculate the proportions of starch, protein, and fiber to create high-quality dishes that are also nutritionally balanced and good for your health. Some delicious vegetarian dishes at Zen House include ZenHouse spring rolls, Japanese mushroom salad, Sa Te-style fried rice with oyster mushrooms, and ZenHouse mushroom hot pot, among many others. The restaurant also offers a variety of breakfast items, appetizers, main courses, hot pots, and a wide selection of beverages, providing guests with plenty of choices to suit their preferences.
– Address: 60/2 Van Coi, Ward 7, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 7 AM – 10:30 PM.
Garden Vegetarian Restaurant has two branches in District 3 and the Thao Dien area. In District 3, the restaurant is tucked away in a small alley in the heart of Saigon, offering a spacious, airy space with gentle and minimalist decor dominated by light yellow tones, creating a cozy and elegant atmosphere. It’s ideal for those who seek a peaceful and secluded dining experience away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The Thao Dien branch of Chay Garden is even more distinctive, as it is enveloped in lush greenery and features a classical architectural design combined with wood carvings crafted by skilled artisans, creating a perfect masterpiece.
The menu at Chay Garden includes nutritious and wholesome vegetarian dishes made from the freshest fruits and vegetables, ensuring the highest quality. The dishes are thoughtfully prepared, from presentation to taste, allowing guests to fully enjoy the aroma, color, and flavor. In addition to the à la carte menu,
Chay Garden Thao Dien also offers a premium vegetarian buffet for lunch and dinner every day. With a variety of dishes, it provides a buffet experience that satisfies all senses and offers unique and delightful dining experiences.
– Addresses:
Chay Garden District 3: 52 Vo Van Tan, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
Chay Garden Thao Dien: 52 Xuan Thuy, Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City. Opening hours: 10 AM – 10 PM.
Pi Vegetarian Saigon is one of the vegetarian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City that offers a refreshing atmosphere, excellent service, and a diverse vegetarian menu. The restaurant features a simple design with a prominently decorated wall featuring unique banana tree paintings, combined with alternating bright and dim lighting to create a cozy, peaceful, and serene space, perfect for those who appreciate simplicity and tranquility.
The vegetarian dishes at Pi Vegetarian Saigon are diverse, using fresh and flavorful ingredients, carefully seasoned to suit the Vietnamese palate. You can try some signature dishes like lotus stem soup, lemongrass chili-fried tofu, pumpkin curry, and enoki mushroom spring rolls. While prices may be slightly higher, the quality, beautiful presentation, and rich flavors of the dishes make it worthwhile.
– Address: 3rd Floor, 187/15 Dien Bien Phu, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 10 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM.
Tuệ Mẫn Vegetarian Restaurant is located in District 5 and is a long-standing and well-known vegetarian restaurant among the residents of Saigon. The restaurant features a simple design, creating a peaceful and cozy atmosphere with soft background music, allowing you to relax and savor nutritious and flavorful vegetarian dishes.
One of the highlights of this restaurant is the delicious flavors of its dishes. With a diverse menu, each dish at Tuệ Mẫn is skillfully prepared by experienced chefs, offering unique and exceptional flavors while remaining delicious and healthy. Some dishes you can experience here include Tuệ Mẫn’s burnt rice, lotus stem salad, Kim Trung Thao mushroom soup, Japanese-style shaken tofu, Kinh Do mushrooms, and Hong Kong-style stir-fried noodles, among others. The prices are relatively affordable, making it a great place to try vegetarian cuisine.
– Address: 59B Tran Hung Dao, Ward 6, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 9 AM – 9 PM.
With the list of the top 11 vegetarian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City shared by Visithcmc, we hope you’ll find a dining destination that offers quality food and suits your taste preferences. Enjoy your wonderful vegetarian culinary experiences!
Night markets are a favorite spot for many people in Ho Chi Minh City every evening. With a lively atmosphere, bustling crowds, and a wide variety of goods, night markets have become a distinctive feature of the city. In this article, let’s explore 10 popular night markets in HCMC right now.
Night markets are a type of market that takes place in the evening every day, usually from 6 PM to midnight. These markets focus on small items, food and drinks, clothing, shoes, household goods, and various other items. Night markets are often organized in specific neighborhoods or at parks and sports fields.
Night markets typically have a bustling, crowded, and lively atmosphere. This really attracts tourists and local residents alike. If you want to experience a fun atmosphere, immerse yourself in shopping activities, and enjoy the city’s signature dishes, then head to a night market.
The Bến Thành Night Market is located beside the famous Bến Thành Market, on both sides of Phan Bội Châu and Phan Chu Trinh Streets in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. It’s one of the most renowned shopping and tourist spots in the city, attracting many tourists every night. The Bến Thành Night Market opens from 6 PM to midnight, making it an ideal time to visit and experience the lively atmosphere.
With over 300 stalls of various sizes, offering products such as clothes, souvenirs, jewelry, handicrafts, shoes, bags, and more, you can wander around the shops, admire the items, and choose affordable products for yourself or as gifts for your loved ones. Bến Thành Night Market is always the perfect destination for many visitors every night.
Furthermore, Bến Thành Night Market is a bustling culinary paradise in the city center. When you visit, you’ll be overwhelmed by numerous eateries offering not only Saigon’s signature dishes but also a wide range of tantalizing regional specialties. Don’t miss out on grilled chicken, grilled ribs, grilled corn, or other dishes like beef wrapped in betel leaf, grilled spring rolls, and more, all with irresistible, enticing aromas that you can smell from afar, making it hard to resist these food stalls.
Address: Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Hanh Thong Tay Market is located on Quang Trung Street, in Gò Vấp District, and it’s one of the long-standing markets in Ho Chi Minh City. This night market is famous for a wide variety of clothes, shoes, and accessories displayed in the alleyways surrounding the market, attracting many young people who come here to shop every night. If you’re a shopping enthusiast, you can’t miss this market.
Clothing is the main merchandise here, and in addition to selling in bulk to nearby shops, the clothing stores here also offer retail options at very affordable prices, suitable for students and young people. Hanh Thong Tay Night Market has hundreds of shops, so you can take a stroll around the market to check out the latest fashion trends and choose your favorite items.
Hanh Thong Tay Night Market operates from 6 PM until late at night, and it’s usually most crowded on weekends, so you should choose the right time to fully experience the lively atmosphere in this market.
– Address: Quang Trung Street, Ward 11, Gò Vấp District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Minh Phung Market, also known as Cay Go Market, is located at 122 Minh Phung, Ward 6, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City. With around 440 stalls of various sizes, during the day, the market sells agricultural products, food, and consumer goods. At night, Cay Go Market becomes famous throughout District 6 for clothing, accessories, and handbags.
Cay Go Night Market operates from 4 PM to 10:30 PM. It’s the oldest night market in Saigon, known to many, although it hasn’t been officially recognized as a night market. Not only is the market bustling inside, but along Minh Phung Street outside the market, there are also many clothing stores for you to choose from. When you visit, you can freely select items you like, but when it comes to pricing, it’s advisable to negotiate and settle on a price you find reasonable. This market is often referred to as a “bargaining market,” and if it’s your first time here, you may be amazed at how boldly the vendors set their prices.
If you ever pass by this market in the evening, give it a try and experience the vibrant atmosphere.
– Address: 122 Minh Phung Street, Ward 6, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City.
Ba Chieu Night Market is located in the center of Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City. This is one of the city’s most popular night markets. At this night market, you can find items like clothes, shoes, household goods, food, drinks, and many other products. Ba Chieu Night Market is known as a thrift shopper’s paradise. Here, items are neatly organized by type and color, making it easy for customers to choose and purchase at very reasonable prices, starting from 10,000 to 100,000 VND, you can get yourself some items like shorts, t-shirts, shoes, and more.
In addition to the shopping stalls, Ba Chieu Night Market is also famous for its street food. Here, you can enjoy delicious and unique dishes such as chicken rice, mixed desserts, various types of sweet soups, and cakes, along with many other affordable dishes. With its diverse cuisine and lively atmosphere, this is an ideal place to taste the flavors of Saigon and enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the city.
Ba Chieu Night Market operates from 5 PM until late at night. This is the perfect time to visit the night market and experience the cheerful atmosphere.
– Address: Bach Dang Street, Ward 1, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Chợ Bình Tây hay còn được gọi với cái tên quen thuộc Chợ Lớn là một trong những ngôi chợ lâu đời và lớn nhất TP.HCM chuyên kinh doanh các mặt hàng sỉ với mức giá thấp nhất như thực phẩm, gia vị, lương thực, các ngành hàng may mặc, gia dụng và một số mặt hàng khác. Là điểm giao thương buôn bán quan trọng của Sài Gòn và các tỉnh lân cận. Đây là nơi buôn bán chính của cộng đồng người Hoa tại Tp.HCM với số lượng tiểu thương chiếm đến 25% tổng số hộ kinh doanh tại chợ.
Bên cạnh sự nhộn nhịp của chợ Bình Tây vào ban ngày thì ban đêm cũng tấp nập không kém với các mặt hàng quần áo, giày dép, túi xách, đồ điện tử, đồ gia dụng,… Các quầy hàng được bố trí xung quanh khu vực chợ và các con hẻm gần đó. Ngoài các mặt hàng mua sắm, chợ đêm Bình Tây cũng tấp nập các quán ăn đường phố đa dạng món đặc sản như hủ tiếu Nam Vang, mì quảng, chè, gà nướng… đặc biệt trước cổng chợ là các xe bán bánh tráng san sát nhau với rất nhiều chủng loại tha hồ cho bạn chọn lựa.
Chợ đêm Bình Tây mở cửa hằng đêm từ 18h đến tận khuya. Đây là thời gian lý tưởng tạo điều kiện tốt để bạn thưởng thức các món ăn ngon, mua sắm thỏa thích và trải nghiệm không gian chợ đêm độc đáo.
– Địa chỉ: 57A đường Tháp Mười, Phường 2, Quận 6, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh.
Binh Tay Market, also known as Cho Lon, is one of the oldest and largest markets in Ho Chi Minh City, specializing in wholesale items at the lowest prices such as food, spices, groceries, textiles, and household goods. It’s a significant trading hub for Saigon and nearby provinces. This is the main trading place for the Chinese community in Ho Chi Minh City, with small traders making up to 25% of the total businesses in the market.
Besides the bustling daytime activities at Binh Tay Market, the night market is also lively with various items such as clothing, shoes, bags, electronics, household items, and more. Stalls are set up around the market area and nearby alleys. In addition to shopping, Binh Tay Night Market is home to diverse street food stalls offering specialties like Nam Vang noodle soup, Quang-style noodles, desserts, grilled chicken, and more. Especially, right outside the market gates, there are many vendors selling rice paper rolls with a wide variety for you to choose from.
Binh Tay Night Market opens every night from 6 PM until late at night. This is the ideal time to enjoy delicious food, shop to your heart’s content, and experience the unique atmosphere of a night market.
– Address: 57A Thap Muoi Street, Ward 2, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City.
The Student Night Market at Thu Duc University Village is located within the campus of the Student Cultural House in Thu Duc University Village. With over 200 small and large stalls run by local traders and student entrepreneurs, the market offers a variety of products. The stalls are neatly arranged in a colorful row along the pathways of the Student Cultural House. The main items you can find here include clothing, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics, and more, all at affordable prices, catering directly to the student community.
The Student Night Market at Thu Duc University Village is not just a place for students studying here to hang out and shop; it’s also a place where many young people in the city come to experience and immerse themselves in student life. The market operates from 6 PM to 10 PM every day of the week. You can plan your visit to the night market to enjoy the youthful and vibrant atmosphere.
– Address: Student Cultural House, National University Ho Chi Minh City, Linh Trung Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City.
Hoa Binh Night Market, also known as Silver Market due to its numerous silver jewelry shops, is a well-known and long-standing market located in District 5. The market operates from morning till night, but it gets livelier in the late afternoon when the pushcarts start appearing. This is when Hoa Binh Night Market comes to life with a bustling and busy atmosphere, filled with shoppers and vendors.
Similar to other night markets, Hoa Binh Night Market offers a wide range of products such as clothes, accessories, jewelry, and shoes. There’s a variety in terms of styles, quality, and prices. As the night falls, the market becomes even more crowded with shoppers.
In addition to shopping, Hoa Binh Night Market also boasts a distinctive food section with delicious dishes like crab noodle soup, hotpot, dumplings, grilled rice paper, and various types of cakes. The prices are budget-friendly, ranging from 50,000 to 100,000 VND, allowing you to enjoy a satisfying street food feast.
– Address: 37 Bach Van Street, Ward 5, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.
Tan Dinh Night Market is located on Hai Ba Trung Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. For street food enthusiasts, Tan Dinh market is a must-visit spot. During the day, Tan Dinh is a bustling marketplace with a variety of goods like many other markets. However, as the evening approaches, Tan Dinh transforms into a lively street food hub loved by the people of Saigon, offering a wide array of enticing dishes.
Numerous food stalls line the streets around the market, offering diverse and rich food options. Some of the famous dishes at Tan Dinh Night Market include rib porridge, chicken giblet congee, Singapore-style frog porridge, broken rice, various types of sweet soups, and more. Tan Dinh Night Market usually operates from 5 pm until 1 – 2 am, with the peak hours being around 8 pm. While these are street food options, the prices are not necessarily cheap, so it’s advisable to check the prices before ordering.
– Address: 336 Hai Ba Trung Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Choose comfortable clothing and shoes that allow easy movement, especially during peak hours when it can get crowded.
– Remember to bring enough cash to pay for the products you want to buy.
– When visiting night markets, it’s a common practice to negotiate prices before making a purchase.
– Thoroughly inspect products before buying to avoid purchasing faulty or low-quality items.
– Be cautious with valuable belongings like phones, jewelry, and money, as there’s a risk of pickpockets in crowded market areas.
Night markets are beloved by both locals and tourists in Ho Chi Minh City. With their lively atmosphere, diverse shopping options, and delicious street food, night markets have become a distinctive feature of the city. Hopefully, this list of 9 night markets in Ho Chi Minh City will enhance your experience when visiting this vibrant metropolis.
If you’re in search of the finest restaurants in Vietnam, then the ones recognized by Michelin are certainly recommendations you can’t ignore. Below, Visitehcmc will introduce you to the top 21 Michelin-rated restaurants in Vietnam.
An’s Saigon restaurant is nestled amidst the lush Thao Dien area, with a spacious and nature-friendly ambiance. Their menu is a creative blend of traditional Vietnamese family recipes with innovative culinary twists, incorporating seasonal and locally sourced ingredients prepared directly by the chefs in front of the guests. In a harmonious modern setting, An’s Saigon welcomes all diners with a meticulously crafted meal filled with warmth and hospitality.
– Address: 5A Tong Huu Dinh, Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 07:30 – 23:00.
In Saigon, finding a sidewalk seafood eatery for a delicious snail feast is not difficult. However, when it comes to discovering a restaurant that offers the perfect combination of taste, cleanliness, a comfortable atmosphere, and excellent service, you can’t miss Bà Cô Lốc Cốc.
The seafood at Bà Cô Lốc Cốc is directly sourced from coastal regions, ensuring the freshness of their ingredients. The variety of ingredients here is extensive and they are skillfully prepared into various dishes such as garlic stir-fry, tamarind stir-fry, grilled with chili and salt, spicy stir-fry, and salted roasted snails, among others. Diners can freely choose according to their preferences. If you are a seafood enthusiast, don’t hesitate to visit and experience it for yourself; you are guaranteed not to be disappointed.
– Address: 222 Khanh Hoi, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM.
Bếp Nhà Xứ Quảng tọa lạc tại trung tâm Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh. Với không gian yên ả tách biệt hoàn toàn với nhịp sống sôi động tại Sài Gòn, đây là địa điểm ăn uống được nhiều thực khách đam mê ẩm thực vùng miền lui tới. Nhà hàng được thiết kế theo lối kiến trúc thân thuộc đậm chất miền quê Việt Nam với tường gạch, đèn treo bằng tre, khung cửa gỗ lâu năm,… khiến cho thực khách đến đây cảm thấy ấm cúng và quen thuộc.
Bếp Nhà Xứ Quảng is situated in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. With a tranquil space that completely detaches from the bustling life of Saigon, it has become a destination for food enthusiasts who are passionate about the cuisine of the Quảng region. The restaurant is designed with a cozy, rustic Vietnamese countryside architecture, featuring brick walls, bamboo hanging lamps, and aged wooden door frames, creating a warm and familiar atmosphere for diners.
With a diverse and extensive menu spanning dishes from all regions of Vietnam, Bếp Nhà Xứ Quảng consistently delivers hearty and authentic home-cooked meals. Some of the must-try signature dishes at the restaurant include Quảng-style noodles (mỳ Quảng), pandan leaf and chicken wing sticky rice (xôi lá dứa cánh gà), fermented fish sauce noodle soup with young jackfruit (bún mắm nêm mít non), Quảng-style cao lầu noodles (cao lầu xứ Quảng), and mixed chicken with basil (gà trộn rau răm), among others. Each dish is prepared with love and dedication by the chefs here.
– Address: 16 Tran Cao Van, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 10:00-22:00
Bờm presents a fusion of Vietnamese and European styles. The restaurant is adorned with a strong Vietnamese influence, featuring elements like bamboo, straw, wood, and woven rattan that create a cozy yet elegant ambiance. A few years ago, Bờm was established as an upscale dining venue, serving intricately presented and complex dishes, catering to a maximum of 30 diners. However, with the desire to be closer to the Vietnamese people, Bờm has undergone a complete transformation, offering diners more choices and affordable prices to reach a wider audience in a spacious setting.
Bờm combines Vietnamese and European styles by using pure Vietnamese ingredients, incorporating and blending Western culinary elements, resulting in unique dishes with modern flavors and innovative presentations. You can see this fusion in the menu, which includes dishes like a combination of beef, scallions, carrots, and Italian tart crust or the dish featuring grilled fish and couscous.
Bờm offers a diverse menu featuring dishes from France, Italy, and Spain. Here, you can savor seafood, beef, goat meat, and pork dishes.
– Address: 24 Nguyen Thi Nghia, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM.
Thịt Nướng Hoàng Văn earned its place on Michelin’s list, sparking curiosity among many diners. The restaurant is named after the owner’s youngest son, Hoàng Văn, and has been open for 20 years.
While it’s an affordable eatery, it’s beloved by many for the freshness of its ingredients, all meticulously prepared by the staff in the early morning to serve customers promptly. Each ingredient has its own unique recipe, setting it apart from any other grilled pork noodle restaurant. What makes the bowl of bún thịt nướng (grilled pork noodles) at Hoàng Văn special is the perfectly grilled fresh meat, marinated with a secret blend of spices and cooked to perfection, ensuring a tender and juicy bite. The restaurant uses sesame peanut to create a distinctive flavor in its dishes compared to other grilled pork noodle eateries. With a price of around 38,000 VND, it’s very affordable for students, university students, and laborers.
– Address: 137 Chan Hung, Ward 6, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening Hours: 07:30 AM – 08:30 PM.
Cô Liêng là một trong những quán bò lá lốt nổi tiếng, được rất nhiều thực khách trong và ngoài nước đến đây thưởng thức. Quán có tuổi đời hơn 30 năm, và trước khi được Michelin đưa vào danh sách đề cử thì quán Cô Liêng cũng đã có rất đông khách hàng, nay lại càng nổi tiếng hơn.
Cô Liêng is one of the renowned beef in wild betel leaves (bò lá lốt) restaurants, attracting many local and international diners. The restaurant has been in operation for over 30 years, and even before Michelin’s recognition, Cô Liêng had already garnered a large customer base, becoming even more famous now.
The wild betel leaves wrapped beef at Cô Liêng is served with fresh herbs, pickled vegetables, fresh vermicelli, and rice paper. The beef rolls inside the wild betel leaves consist of well-marinated beef with rich spices, grilled to perfection over charcoal, and just passing by the restaurant, you’ll be enticed by the tantalizing aroma. Furthermore, what sets Cô Liêng apart from other places is its special dipping sauce, created by the owner herself, considered the soul of the dish.
Address: 321 Vo Van Tan, Ward 5, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Đông Phố is a restaurant that brings the rich flavors of Huế cuisine to District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant blends ancient architectural elements with modern touches, creating a tranquil and cozy ambiance, with a garden area providing a refreshing oasis for nature-loving diners.
The dishes served at Đông Phố are very famous and representative of the dreamy Huế region, including delicacies such as rice with mussels (cơm hến), “covered rice” (cơm mặn), Huế-style beef noodles (bún bò Huế), clear shrimp and pork dumpling soup (bún suông), and various types of traditional Huế cakes like steamed rice cakes (bánh bèo), tapioca dumplings (bánh bột lọc), and crispy pancakes (bánh khoái), all prepared by the restaurant with an authentic Huế flavor. Additionally, the restaurant also offers some French specialties, including pan-seared scallops, salmon salad, and baked seafood, for those who wish to explore new flavors.
– Address: 57 Ho Xuan Huong, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hervé Dining Room is one of the most elegant French fine dining restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant boasts a modern and sophisticated design, creating a comfortable and cozy space for diners to indulge in the culinary creations of renowned chef Hervé Rodriguez, who has earned Michelin stars internationally.
The restaurant’s menu features top-notch dishes such as pan-seared foie gras, Hokkaido scallops, and North Atlantic snowfish, combined with the freshness of Vietnamese herbs and sweet flavors, crafting unique culinary masterpieces. Hervé Dining Room prioritizes service quality, with a professional and dedicated team of staff ensuring you have an exceptional dining experience.
– Address: 204/20 Nguyen Van Huong, Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Nhà hàng Hoa Túc với không gian sang trọng và lịch lãm là một điểm lý tưởng cho những buổi tiệc ấm cúng cùng gia đình, bạn bè hay những buổi hẹn hò lãng mạn cùng người thương.
Hoa Túc Restaurant, with its elegant and sophisticated ambiance, is an ideal destination for intimate gatherings with family and friends or romantic rendezvous with loved ones.
This renowned restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring both traditional and creatively crafted Vietnamese dishes, all served in a luxurious and visually appealing culinary setting. Hoa Túc prioritizes the use of fresh and delicious ingredients to ensure every dish is of the highest quality and bursting with flavor. The restaurant consistently receives high praise for its food quality and professional service.
– Address: 74/7 Hai Bà Trưng, Bến Nghé, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM.
Lai Cantonese là một nhà hàng ẩm thực mang phong cách Trung Hoa tuyệt vời tại TP.HCM. Nhà hàng là sự kết hợp giữa phong cách cổ điển và hiện đại mang đến những trải nghiệm ẩm thực mới mẻ cho nhiều thực khách.
Lai Cantonese is an exquisite Chinese-style culinary establishment in Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant seamlessly blends classic and modern elements, offering a refreshing dining experience to a wide range of patrons.
Thực đơn tại Lai được tuyển chọn kỹ lưỡng từ các món ngon và đặc trưng của Trung Hoa. Món ăn nổi bật nhất chính là Vịt quay Bắc Kinh và Dimsum. Món Dimsum luôn có sức hút mê hoặc các tín đồ yêu thích ẩm thực Trung Hoa. Lai sử dụng các nguyên liệu tươi mới kết hợp cùng sự sáng tạo trong kỹ thuật nấu ăn lâu đời cho ra những món ăn vừa mang hương vị đặc trưng vừa mới lạ khiến cho thực khách luôn bị cuốn hút.
The menu at Lai is meticulously curated, featuring a selection of delectable and authentic Chinese dishes. The standout dishes include Beijing Roast Duck and Dim Sum. Dim Sum, in particular, holds a captivating allure for Chinese cuisine enthusiasts. Lai uses fresh ingredients combined with time-honored culinary techniques to create dishes that are both rich in traditional flavors and uniquely enticing, leaving diners thoroughly captivated.
– Address: 28th Floor, Sedona Suites 92-94 Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Bến Nghé, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Lửa is a restaurant designed with a simple and elegant style, featuring a refreshing garden space complemented by an open Bar counter where you can enjoy a fusion of delectable dishes paired with the finest selection of wines.
The menu at Lửa constantly evolves with the seasons, using carefully chosen ingredients and the creativity of the chefs to craft the most exquisite flavors. Lửa’s principle is to ensure that the ingredients selected are always fresh and of the highest quality. In addition to offering delicious dishes, Lửa also provides recommendations for the most suitable wines to complement each meal, creating the perfect dining experience.
– Address: 2 Street 11, Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nếu bạn là một tín đồ yêu thích ẩm thực Việt Nam thì Madame Lam là một địa điểm không nên bỏ qua. Bên ngoài nhà hàng được thiết kế mang đậm nét cổ xưa Việt Nam với cột gỗ, mái ngói mát mẻ và tường được sơn vàng gợi nhớ cho chúng ta về những hoài niệm, cảm giác gia đình thân thuộc. Bước vào bên trong, nhà hàng được bố trí theo phong cách Phương Đông với hai màu chủ đạo là xanh và trắng ngà tạo nên cảm giác mát mẻ nhưng không kém phần tinh tế và thanh lịch.
If you’re a Vietnamese cuisine enthusiast, Madame Lam is a destination not to be missed. The exterior of the restaurant boasts a rich traditional Vietnamese design, with wooden columns, cool tiled roofs, and golden-painted walls that evoke memories and a sense of familiar family warmth. Stepping inside, the restaurant is arranged in an Oriental style with dominant colors of green and ivory, creating a refreshing yet elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.
Madame Lam là nhà hàng món Việt đương đại, với menu đa dạng các món ăn ngon độc đáo, nguyên liệu hảo hạng được tuyển chọn từ các vùng miền và chế biến tỉ mỉ từ đôi bàn tay của các đầu bếp chuyên nghiệp cho ra các món ăn mang hương vị tròn đầy, Madame Lam sẽ đem đến cho bạn một trải nghiệm ẩm thực tuyệt vời. Các món ăn đặc sắc ở Madame Lam bạn nên thử như: cánh gà nướng mắc khén, bò lúc lắc xoài, gỏi bưởi thanh long đỏ, cua lột chiên giòn xốt xí muội,…
Madame Lam is a contemporary Vietnamese cuisine restaurant, offering a diverse menu of unique and delicious dishes. High-quality ingredients are carefully selected from various regions and meticulously prepared by skilled chefs, resulting in dishes bursting with flavor. Madame Lam promises to provide you with an exceptional culinary experience. Some standout dishes at Madame Lam that you must try include grilled mac khen chicken wings, mango shaking beef, red dragon fruit pomelo salad, and crispy soft-shell crab with tamarind sauce.
– Address: 10 Tran Ngoc Dien Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM.”
Nén Light là một nhà hàng sang trọng mang phong cách Âu tại TP.HCM. Với thiết kế cổ điển và thanh lịch trong không gian nhỏ được bài trí tối giản, nhà hàng tạo cho thực khách cảm giác sang trọng nhưng rất lãng mạn. Nếu bạn đang lên kế hoạch cho buổi hẹn hò sắp tới thì Nén Light là một địa điểm không nên bỏ qua.
Nén Light is a luxurious restaurant with a sophisticated and upscale ambiance in Ho Chi Minh City. Featuring a classic and elegant design in a small, minimally decorated space, the restaurant creates a sense of luxury with a touch of romance. If you’re planning an upcoming romantic date, Nén Light is a place you shouldn’t overlook.
Nén Light là nhà hàng “fine dining” chuyên phục món ăn theo phong cách kể chuyện. Tại đây các đầu bếp sẽ tập trung khai thác nguyên liệu, sáng tạo và đưa món ăn lên một tầm cao mới. Thế mạnh của Nén Light là các món Steak ngon tuyệt với nước sốt đậm đà không thể nào quên. Ngoài ra còn có các món ăn đặc sắc như mì ý hải sản, salad tươi xanh, cá hồi… cũng được rất nhiều thực khách khen ngợi.
Nén Light is a fine dining restaurant specializing in storytelling through its cuisine. Here, chefs focus on sourcing ingredients, creativity, and elevating dishes to new heights. The restaurant’s standout feature is its delectable steaks with unforgettable rich sauces. Additionally, it offers exceptional dishes such as seafood linguine, fresh green salads, and salmon that have garnered praise from numerous diners.
– Address: 122/2 Tran Dinh Xu Street, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nous Dine is a capsule restaurant, also known as the first ‘capsule’ restaurant in Vietnam. It brings together elements of class, modernity, and sleek design with limited seating, offering diners a perfect space to savor their meals
Nous utilizes the finest ingredients from Vietnam, and meticulous cooking and beautiful presentation allow Nous to provide a special experience. It’s not just about intricately prepared dishes; it’s also about the stories told by the chefs through each meal. With an open kitchen, diners can observe the chefs preparing delicious dishes using fresh ingredients.
– Address: Level 1, 42 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening Hours: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Tuesday to Sunday.
If you’re a fan of street food, especially diverse and enticing seafood dishes, you cannot miss the famous and long-standing Ốc Đào restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. Initially, Ốc Đào started as a small street food stall run by Ms. Võ Thị Đào in 1996, but it later gained popularity and evolved into the upscale seafood restaurant it is today.
If you’re a fan of street food, especially diverse and enticing seafood dishes, you cannot miss the famous and long-standing Ốc Đào restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. Initially, Ốc Đào started as a small street food stall run by Ms. Võ Thị Đào in 1996, but it later gained popularity and evolved into the upscale seafood restaurant it is today.
What sets Ốc Đào apart and attracts many diners is its careful selection of fresh and delicious seafood, prepared in various flavorful dishes with aromatic sauces that pair perfectly with bread. Must-try signature dishes at Ốc Đào include stir-fried crab claws with tamarind, buttery grilled squid, coconut stir-fried snails, and garlic stir-fried conch.
– Address: 212B/C79 Nguyen Trai Street, Ward Nguyen Cu Trinh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Multiple branches are also available.
– Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Phở được xem như một món ăn truyền thống của người Việt Nam và được rất nhiều du khách nước ngoài yêu thích. Và Phở Hùng là một thương hiệu góp phần đưa món phở Việt Nam đến gần hơn với bạn bè quốc tế. Là một quán ăn sạch sẽ tươm tất, rộng thoáng, chỗ ngồi thoải mái, Phở Hùng là nơi mà khách hàng nào từng đến thưởng thức đều phải tấm tắc khen ngon.
Phở Hùng sử dụng những nguyên liệu tươi ngon, được lấy mới mỗi ngày, nồi nước dùng được ninh nhiều giờ từ xương tươi nên cho độ ngọt tự nhiên và gia vị đặc biệt để tạo ra hương vị đậm đà cho món phở. Bên cạnh món phở bò truyền thống thì tại đây còn có những món khác như phở nạm, gân, bò viên,… khách có thể gọi món theo sở thích và không cảm thấy nhàm chán mỗi khi đến quán.
– Địa chỉ: 241-243 Nguyễn Trãi, Phường Nguyễn Cư Trinh, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh.
– Giờ mở cửa: 06:00 – 15:00.
Pho is considered a traditional dish of the Vietnamese people and is greatly admired by many foreign travelers. Phở Hùng is a brand that has contributed to bringing Vietnamese pho closer to international friends. As a spot that is clean, spacious, and comfortable with seating, Phở Hùng has earned praise from every customer who has had the pleasure of savoring its dishes.
Phở Hùng uses fresh and carefully sourced ingredients, refreshed daily, and simmers its broth for hours using fresh bones, resulting in a naturally sweet and uniquely seasoned broth that enhances the rich flavor of pho. In addition to the traditional beef pho, the menu includes other options like brisket, tendon, and meatball pho, allowing customers to choose according to their preferences and never finding their dining experience dull.
– Address: 241-243 Nguyen Trai Street, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Rice Field is a restaurant specializing in Vietnamese cuisine that attracts a diverse group of foreign diners. Located in the city center, Rice Field exudes a rustic and unpretentious charm with its architecture reminiscent of a countryside village. It is constructed with bricks and cement, featuring traditional tiled roofs. In front of the restaurant, there is a spacious courtyard adorned with alternating rice and banana plants, along with woven bamboo trellises, creating a peaceful atmosphere amidst the bustling urban environment.
With a rich and diverse menu offering over 300 delicious dishes from all regions of Vietnam, Rice Field prides itself on carefully selected ingredients and a professional cooking process that ensures food safety and hygiene. Through the skilled hands of talented chefs, the restaurant serves hearty and flavorful homestyle meals. Some of the signature family dishes include tofu with shrimp paste, crispy pork belly, lemongrass chili chicken, and green peppercorn beef.
– Address: 77 Ho Tung Mau Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Tre Dining là một nhà hàng ẩm thực hiện đại nằm tại khu Thảo Điền, TP.HCM. Đúng như tên gọi Tre Dining, nhà hàng thiết kế theo nguồn cảm hứng là cây tre, khi bước vào nhà hàng bạn sẽ bị thu hút bởi hình ảnh hai hàng tre giản dị mộc mạc dọc theo lối vào. Bên trong nhà hàng từ những bức tường hay mái nhà đều được trang trí bằng tre tạo cảm giác thoáng đãng và thư giãn nhưng vẫn rất sang trọng và lung linh.
Tre Dining luôn đặt chất lượng phục vụ lên hàng đầu. Các nhân viên nhiệt tình, thân thiện sẵn sàng hỗ trợ bất kỳ lúc nào bạn có nhu cầu. Ngoài ra với không gian bếp mở, thực khách có thể cùng chiêm ngưỡng quy trình ra món ăn từ các đầu bếp tài ba tại đây.
Ẩm thực là phần luôn được Tre Dining đầu tư kỹ lưỡng nhất. Nguyên liệu đầu vào được chọn lựa gắt gao để đạt chất lượng tốt nhất, tươi ngon nhất. Qua bàn tay điêu luyện của các đầu bếp sẽ cho ra những món ăn tuyệt vời và đẹp mắt. Hãy cùng điểm qua một số món ăn tiêu biểu của Tre Dining như: Nấm Truffle Mùa Đông, Cháo gà đồi nướng, Bóng ô mai,… Ngoài ra khi đến đây, thực khách sẽ được phục vụ miễn phí một món khai vị đặc biệt do Tre Dining chuẩn bị.
– Địa chỉ: 35 Xuân Thủy, Thảo Điền, Quận 2, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh.
– Giờ mở cửa: 16:00 – 23:30.
Tre Dining is a modern dining establishment located in the Thao Dien area of Ho Chi Minh City. True to its name, Tre Dining draws inspiration from bamboo, evident as you enter the restaurant and are immediately captivated by the simple and rustic bamboo-lined entranceway. Inside, the restaurant’s walls and roof are adorned with bamboo, creating an airy and relaxed ambiance that remains both elegant and dazzling.
At Tre Dining, service quality takes top priority. The attentive and friendly staff are always ready to assist you whenever needed. Furthermore, the open kitchen concept allows diners to witness the culinary process firsthand, showcasing the expertise of the talented chefs.
Culinary excellence is a cornerstone at Tre Dining. The ingredients are carefully selected to ensure the highest quality and freshness. The skilled chefs work their magic to produce exquisite and visually appealing dishes. Some of Tre Dining’s signature dishes include Winter Truffle Mushroom, Grilled Hill Chicken Porridge, and Omai Balls. Additionally, diners are treated to a complimentary special appetizer prepared by Tre Dining when they visit.
– Address: 35 Xuan Thuy, Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening Hours: 4:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
3G Trois Gourmands French is a renowned French restaurant located in District 2, Ho Chi Minh City. This restaurant is not only known for its elegant and sophisticated design but also for offering excellent French cuisine. It’s a perfect choice for those who want to enjoy authentic French dishes without traveling to France.
The restaurant boasts a peaceful and elegant ambiance with its white-themed décor, lush greenery, and a small pool, creating a relaxing atmosphere. 3G Trois Gourmands is an ideal place for a romantic date or a get-together with friends.
The owner of the restaurant, originally from Eastern France, personally prepares dishes using natural ingredients such as various cheeses and luxury items like foie gras and truffles. The warm hospitality of the owner and the staff will leave you with unforgettable culinary experiences.
Å by T.U.N.G is a modern Northern European cuisine restaurant. The restaurant’s space is inspired by neo-modern architecture, with shimmering crystal lights, a luminous ceiling, and 3D sculpted walls that create an atmosphere reminiscent of an enchanting snow cave. The restaurant’s open kitchen allows diners to watch the culinary process, which is a highlight the head chef wants to offer to guests.
Å by T.U.N.G’s menu lists only the main ingredients of each dish. Each dish is designed to stimulate curiosity and perception, from presentation to taste. Outstanding dishes include arctic char with apple sauce, Hokkaido scallops with Hollandaise sauce, and pan-seared foie gras.
Coco Dining is a modern and elegantly designed restaurant with both outdoor and indoor dining spaces. Dining at Coco is not just about savoring delicious dishes but also a unique sensory experience through meticulous table arrangements and presentations.
Coco Dining combines beauty and taste, offering dishes that blend four flavors – sour, spicy, salty, and sweet, created by the skilled chef Vo Thanh Vuong and modern fermentation techniques. The menu is divided into four elemental groups: Air, Fire, Earth, and Water. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by innovative dishes like 7-day aged red shrimp from the Mediterranean, Long An red mullet, and tomato fermented with water chestnut, among others.
Located within the Times Square building in the city center, Da Vittorio is a high-end Italian restaurant in Vietnam. With its luxurious and elegant Italian-inspired interior design, featuring exquisite Mosaic tile art crafted by Milanese artists, Da Vittorio exudes sophistication.
Da Vittorio’s menu reflects the essence of traditional Italian cuisine with a focus on using premium imported ingredients and locally sourced produce, including fresh seafood combined with truffles and various pasta dishes. Head Chef Matteo Fontana and his team create exquisite and creative dishes that engage all the senses, providing a sublime culinary experience.
Located in District 1, Elgin is a favored destination among young people. The restaurant features a Western and classic vibe with well-arranged interior decor, predominantly orange-themed tables with soft lighting from vintage-style lamps, creating a cozy and romantic atmosphere.
Elgin’s menu changes frequently, offering a variety of Asian-European fusion dishes skillfully crafted by talented chefs. The dishes incorporate locally sourced ingredients and are complemented by famous wines and premium beers, ensuring a delightful and refined dining experience.
Address: 27 Mac Dinh Chi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours:
Monday to Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Thursday and Friday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:45 PM.
Saturday: 6:00 PM – 10:45 PM.
Sunday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Chủ nhật: 17:00 – 21:00
Esta is known for its open-fire cooking style, featuring signature dishes made from carefully selected, locally-sourced fresh ingredients in Vietnam. Esta offers a relaxed atmosphere with an open kitchen where guests can enjoy their meals while watching Chef Francis Thuan showcase his culinary artistry over the open flames. It’s a must-visit for international travelers.
Fashionista Café is an elegant French restaurant located on Phung Khac Khoan Street. It’s housed in a fashion-themed space, allowing you to enjoy your meal while surrounded by stylish fashion designs.
The dishes at Fashionista Café blend French culinary traditions with locally-sourced, fresh ingredients, resulting in a culinary experience that combines aesthetics and flavor. Some dishes to try at Fashionista Café include Angus Beef Yin-Yang, Dried Duck, Snowfish with Tamarind Sauce, and Pomelo Salad.
Located in Thao Dien, La Villa is a classic French restaurant with a charming and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant is adorned with chandeliers and artistic paintings, creating an elegant and warm ambiance, perfect for romantic dates or memorable celebrations.
The dishes at La Villa are meticulously prepared and beautifully presented by Chef Thierry Mounon. The restaurant uses carefully selected, high-quality ingredients from both local sources and imported, offering guests the finest experience of classic French cuisine in Saigon.
Address: 14 Ngo Quang Huy, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours:
Tuesday and Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Thursday to Sunday: 11:45 AM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Octo Tapas Restobar is a unique street-style Spanish restaurant worth trying in Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant features warm wooden and brick wall tones with an open kitchen design, creating an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere.
With a diverse menu featuring carefully selected local ingredients, Octo Tapas Restobar aims to offer guests an exciting Spanish culinary experience. You can order a variety of tapas dishes to share while enjoying cocktails and conversation with friends after a long day. The refined drinks and delicious food at Octo Tapas Restobar are sure to leave you impressed.
Okra FoodBar is known for its famous street food-style dishes in Thao Dien, making it onto the Michelin list. The restaurant has a strong Argentinean influence and offers both a luxurious and intimate setting.
Okra FoodBar’s diverse menu features Argentinean flavors and uses fresh Vietnamese ingredients, resulting in creatively prepared and distinct dishes. One of the highlights is the premium beefsteak made from imported tender beef, allowing guests to customize their meat type, sauce, meat weight, and desired level of doneness. Pairing these dishes with wine or cocktails enhances the complete sensory experience.
Olivia is a restaurant named after the daughter of Chef David Green. With its luxurious and romantic space, featuring a white color palette and European-style decor, the restaurant is perfect for romantic dates or family gatherings. Olivia specializes in Western-style cuisine that promises to deliver exquisite, mouthwatering dishes and unforgettable dining experiences.
Quince Eatery is an ideal restaurant for those who love European cuisine. The restaurant pays great attention to its interior design, creating a cozy, modern, and elegant space. What impresses diners most at Quince Eatery is the wood-fired oven where all dishes are prepared. The open kitchen style provides an enjoyable experience for diners, allowing them to both savor delicious meals and watch skilled chefs in action. If dining alone, you can sit at the bar area and chat with the chefs.
The menu at Quince Eatery is diverse, with a focus on European cuisine enriched by the contributions of a French head chef. The use of locally sourced ingredients combined with carefully selected imported items results in flavors that strongly reflect Melbourne’s culinary richness, making it appealing to diners.
Sol Kitchen & Bar is an excellent stop to explore Latin American cuisine. With a luxurious, modern, and Mediterranean-inspired space, the restaurant is meticulously designed, from warm yellow lighting and warm wooden tables to comfortable sofas, creating an inviting atmosphere. Sol Kitchen & Bar has become an ideal spot for romantic dates, family gatherings, or intimate parties.
The menu at Sol Kitchen & Bar is rich and South American-inspired, directly prepared by talented Malaysian chef Adrian Chong Yen. The restaurant primarily uses locally sourced ingredients, with the bold and flavorful tastes of South American cuisine, including dishes like corn tortilla bread with salsa sauce or Mexican empanadas. The unique and creative preparation of dishes at Sol Kitchen & Bar ensures an unforgettable dining experience.
Located on the mezzanine floor of the Park Hyatt Saigon hotel, Square One combines modern and unique styles from both East and West. The restaurant is designed with five distinct areas, including an open kitchen, outdoor space, bar counter, and four private dining rooms.
Square One’s menu is a perfect fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisines, using locally sourced high-quality ingredients like crab from Ca Mau, Phu Quoc fish sauce, Bến Tre prawns, and fresh tuna from Nha Trang. All of these are expertly prepared by experienced chefs, offering diners a range of new and exciting experiences.
Address: 2 Lam Son Square, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Stoker (District 1) Steakhouse, located in District 1, is a Michelin-listed restaurant specializing in premium American-style steaks. The restaurant features a European ambiance with elegant chandeliers, floral motifs on the walls, and classic leather-upholstered chairs combined with warm, golden lighting, creating a romantic, luxurious, and modern space. It’s an ideal place for romantic dates or meetings with family and partners.
The menu at Stoker (District 1) offers a wide variety of choices. Some of the must-try dishes include succulent Australian wagyu beef, smoked Norwegian salmon, Wagyu beef ribs, pan-seared French duck liver, and more. The unique and creative presentation of dishes at Stoker (District 1) results in a gourmet experience that combines perfectly with a glass of fine wine.
Address: 44 Mac Thi Buoi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM.
The Monkey Gallery Dining is located in a prime location in the center of Saigon. The restaurant is designed in a minimalist yet attractive style. The dining space includes a dessert bar on the ground floor for lively gatherings, a mezzanine for family and friends, and a top floor perfect for romantic dates. The interior is elegantly and tastefully decorated, with the open kitchen as the focal point where diners have the opportunity to admire the artistry of the professional chefs at The Monkey Gallery Dining.
The Monkey Gallery Dining is a multi-style Asian restaurant, offering a rich and ever-changing menu that evolves with the seasons and is always creatively reinvented. The restaurant uses the freshest local ingredients, combining them with beautiful food presentation to not only delight diners’ taste buds but also tell a culinary story that the chefs want to share with their customers. True to its name, the chefs at The Monkey Gallery Dining transform into talented artists, creating unique and creative culinary masterpieces.
The Royal Pavilion is a restaurant specializing in Cantonese cuisine and has been featured in the Michelin Guide 2023. With its luxurious space and specially designed interior by the famous Italian brand Provasi, it offers a top-tier dining experience. The restaurant consists of a main hall and nine private dining rooms, suitable for gatherings, meetings, or private events.
The menu at The Royal Pavilion is a perfect combination of Cantonese culinary excellence and beautiful presentation in each dish, elevating the flavors to a luxurious level. Signature dishes such as abalone, sea cucumber, Peking duck, and Hong Kong-style steamed grouper are all prepared with unique and creative techniques, providing diners with a sophisticated culinary experience.
Located on the 73rd floor of the Landmark 81 building, Truffle is undoubtedly one of the most luxurious restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City, offering breathtaking views of the city. The restaurant boasts a sophisticated, elegant design, suitable for important events or special anniversary celebrations.
Truffle is a top-class European-style restaurant. Each dish is prepared from premium and rare ingredients such as truffles, foie gras, king crab, Kobe beef, goose liver, etc., and is presented with exquisite artistry and attention to detail. The beautiful food presentation at Truffle complements the perfection
Here is a list of the top 38 restaurants that have been recognized by Michelin in Vietnam. These restaurants are renowned not only for their delicious cuisine but also for their luxurious ambiance and excellent service. If you’re looking to savor Vietnamese cuisine, consider visiting these establishments to experience the unique flavors of this S-shaped country.
Vietnam is a country with a rich and unique cuisine. Are you looking for delicious and attractive street food, but don’t want to spend too much money? Let’s take a look at 10 delicious street foods with Visithcmc for just under 20,000 you can easily enjoy.
“Trứng vịt lộn”” is a Vietnamese dish that translates to “balut” in English. It is a popular street food in Vietnam and can find on every street corner, especially at night.
The process of making balut involves allowing a fertilized duck egg to develop for a specific period, usually around 17-21 days, before boiling it. The embryo inside the egg develops into a partially formed duck embryo with recognizable features such as feathers, bones, and sometimes beak and eyes. Balut can be processed into many different dishes such as: boiled balut, stir-fried balut with tamarind, grilled balut with salt and pepper, duck eggs, … To increase the flavor, it can be served with laksa leaves, ginger and dipped with salt, pepper, lemon and chili.
Balut is known for its unique taste and texture, with some people finding it delicious and others finding it challenging due to the presence of recognizable embryonic features. It’s considered a delicacy in many cultures and is often enjoyed as a snack or even as a high-protein source of nutrition.
Balut is known for its unique taste and texture, with some people finding it delicious and others finding it challenging due to the presence of recognizable embryonic features. It’s considered a delicacy in many cultures and is often enjoyed as a snack or even as a high-protein source of nutrition.
Price: 1usd/3-4 eggs
“Bánh tráng trộn” is a popular Vietnamese street food snack that translates to “mixed rice paper” in English. It’s a dish made from rice paper, which is typically used to make spring rolls or fresh summer rolls. Bánh tráng trộn is a creative and flavorful way to enjoy rice paper in a different form.
The dish consists of various ingredients mixed together, which can include:
To prepare bánh tráng trộn, the ingredients are mixed together in a large bowl, and the sauces are added to provide flavor. The dish is then tossed thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the ingredients and sauces. The final result is a colorful and tasty medley of textures and flavors that’s enjoyed by many as a snack or light meal in Vietnam.
Price: ~ 1usd
“Chè” is a Vietnamese term that refers to a variety of sweet desserts. It’s a broad category of dishes that are made from different ingredients such as beans, fruits, glutinous rice, tapioca pearls, and more. Chè desserts are typically served cold and are popular throughout Vietnam as a refreshing and flavorful treat.
Chè can be made using a wide range of ingredients, resulting in a diverse array of flavors, colors, and textures. Some common types of chè include:
– Chè Chuối: Made with bananas and tapioca pearls cooked in coconut milk, creating a creamy and sweet dessert.
– Chè Bắp: A corn-based pudding with sticky rice, coconut milk, and sometimes mung beans or other ingredients.
– Chè Đậu Xanh: A mung bean-based dessert that can be served with coconut milk, sometimes topped with roasted sesame seeds.
– Chè Thái: A mixed dessert with various fruits, jellies, and other components, often served with crushed ice and condensed milk.
These are just a few examples, and the variety of chè desserts is extensive. Chè dishes are commonly enjoyed as snacks, desserts, or even light meals throughout the day. They showcase the Vietnamese love for combining flavors and textures in delightful and often creative ways, resulting in a rich culinary tradition.
Price: 0.5-1usd/cup of che
Bánh Xèo is a savory Vietnamese dish that can be best described as a crispy Vietnamese pancake or crepe. The name “Bánh Xèo” translates to “sizzling cake” in English, referring to the sizzling sound the batter makes when poured into a hot skillet. This dish is popular in Vietnamese cuisine and is enjoyed as a casual meal, often served as a snack or main course.
Bánh Xèo is made from a batter primarily consisting of rice flour, turmeric powder (which gives it its characteristic yellow color), coconut milk, and water. The batter is poured into a large skillet or pan, where it’s cooked until it becomes crispy along the edges. Inside, the crepe is usually filled with a combination of ingredients such as shrimp, slices of pork, bean sprouts, and green onions. The crepe is then folded in half and served with a variety of fresh herbs, lettuce leaves, and dipping sauce, typically made from fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili.
Bánh xèo in the west of Vietnam
To enjoy Bánh Xèo, you would often tear off a piece of the crepe, wrap it in lettuce leaves and herbs, and dip it in the sauce before taking a flavorful bite. The contrast between the crispy crepe, the tender fillings, and the vibrant herbs and dipping sauce creates a delightful harmony of flavors and textures.
Price: 1usd/ 2-4 cakes
Bánh xèo in the central region of Vietnam
“Bánh bèo” is a traditional Vietnamese dish that consists of small, round, and delicate steamed rice cakes. Bánh bèo is a popular snack or appetizer in Vietnamese cuisine, often enjoyed with friends and family.
The dish is typically made with a base of steamed rice batter, resulting in a soft and slightly chewy texture. The rice cakes are often served in individual small dishes or bowls and topped with various savory ingredients, including:
– Dried Shrimp: Chopped dried shrimp is a common topping that adds a burst of umami flavor to the rice cakes.
– Sliced Pork Skin or Ground Pork: Pieces of tender pork skin or ground pork are often added for a meaty component.
– Scallion Oil: A mixture of scallions and oil is drizzled over the rice cakes to add flavor and aroma.
– Fish Sauce: A light fish sauce dressing is commonly drizzled over the top, providing a savory and slightly tangy flavor.
– And other optional ingredient depend on the region.
Bánh bèo in the south of Vietnam
Bánh bèo is commonly found in street food stalls, markets, and local eateries in Vietnam. It’s not only a delicious dish but also a part of Vietnamese culinary culture that reflects the country’s emphasis on communal dining and sharing food with loved ones.
Price: 1usd/4-5 cakes
Bánh bèo in the central region of Vietnam
“Gỏi cuốn” is a Vietnamese dish commonly known as “fresh spring rolls” in English. These rolls are a popular appetizer or light meal in Vietnamese cuisine, known for their fresh and healthy ingredients and their delicate flavors.
Unlike fried spring rolls (chả giò), gỏi cuốn are not deep-fried. Instead, they consist of translucent rice paper wrappers filled with a variety of fresh and often raw ingredients. The rice paper wrappers are made from rice flour and water, resulting in a slightly sticky and chewy texture when moistened.
The typical components of gỏi cuốn include:
– Rice Paper: Thin, translucent rice paper wrappers are used to encase the fillings. They need to be softened by briefly dipping them in warm water before assembly.
– Protein: Common protein fillings include shrimp, grilled pork slices or poached chicken
-Vegetables: Gỏi cuốn often contain an assortment of fresh vegetables such as lettuce, mint leaves, Thai basil, cilantro, and bean sprouts. These vegetables provide crunch, freshness, and aromatic flavors.
– Rice Noodles: Thin rice vermicelli noodles are often added to give the rolls substance and texture.
– Dipping Sauce: Gỏi cuốn are typically served with a dipping sauce, which can vary in flavor from slightly sweet and savory to tangy and spicy. The dipping sauce often includes ingredients like fish sauce, hoisin sauce, peanut butter, and lime juice.
To assemble gỏi cuốn, a softened rice paper wrapper is placed on a clean surface. The fillings, including protein, vegetables, herbs, and noodles, are layered on one side of the wrapper. The sides of the wrapper are then folded over the fillings, and the roll is tightly folded to encase the ingredients. The result is a neat, cylindrical roll that showcases the colorful and enticing ingredients inside.
Gỏi cuốn is often served whole or cut into bite-sized pieces and is typically accompanied by the dipping sauce. The combination of textures, flavors, and the refreshing nature of the dish makes gỏi cuốn a popular and healthy choice among Vietnamese and those who appreciate Vietnamese cuisine.
Price: 1usd/ 3-4 rolls
“Bột chiên” is a popular Vietnamese street food dish that translates to “fried dough” or “fried flour” in English. It’s a simple yet delicious dish that features cubes of fried dough mixed with eggs and various toppings, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying snack.
The dish is known for its crispy and chewy texture, and it’s often enjoyed as a casual treat in Vietnam. Bột chiên is commonly found in street food markets and stalls, where vendors prepare it fresh for customers. The main components of bột chiên include:
Fried Dough: Cubes of dough, which are typically made from rice flour, are deep-fried until they become crispy on the outside while remaining slightly chewy on the inside.
Eggs: Whisked eggs are added to the fried dough cubes during the cooking process. The eggs bind the ingredients together and create a luscious coating around the dough.
Toppings: Various ingredients are added to the dish for flavor and texture. Common toppings include chives, green onions, and sometimes diced sausages or dried shrimp.
Sauces: Bột chiên is often served with a dipping sauce, such as a mixture of fish sauce, vinegar, sugar, and chili. This sauce adds a savory and tangy element to the dish.
The finished bột chiên is served hot, often garnished with chopped scallions or herbs and accompanied by the dipping sauce. Diners can enjoy the crispy and chewy texture of the fried dough along with the savory taste of the eggs and toppings. Bột chiên is a beloved Vietnamese street food that exemplifies the country’s culinary creativity and love for combining simple ingredients to create flavorful and satisfying dishes.
Prce: 1usd
“Bò bía” is a Vietnamese snack or street food that’s often referred to as “popiah.” However, it’s important to note that bò bía is quite different from the more commonly known gỏi cuốn (fresh spring rolls). Bò bía features a unique combination of ingredients and flavors that make it distinct.
Sweet Bò bía
The main components of bò bía include:
– Rice Paper: Bò bía is wrapped in thin rice paper, similar to gỏi cuốn. The rice paper is moistened with water to make it pliable for wrapping.
– Jicama: The central filling of bò bía is often jicama (also known as yam bean), which is a crispy and slightly sweet root vegetable. The jicama is typically julienned and sautéed with garlic before being used as a filling.
– Chinese Sausage: Slices of Chinese sausage, known as “lap xuong,” are a common ingredient in bò bía. These sausages have a sweet and savory flavor that complements the other components.
– Dried Shrimp: Chopped dried shrimp adds a umami flavor to the rolls.
– Sauce: Bò bía is typically served with a smear of sauce, which adds a slightly sweet and savory component to the rolls.
Bò bía is often enjoyed whole or cut into smaller pieces. The combination of textures, flavors, and the interplay between sweet, savory, and aromatic elements make bò bía a unique and satisfying snack. It’s a popular choice among Vietnamese people and visitors alike when exploring the diverse world of Vietnamese street food.
Price: 1us/ 3-5 rolls
Salty Bò bía
“Súp cua” is a Vietnamese crab soup that translates to “crab soup” in English. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish that often features a rich and creamy broth with chunks of crabmeat and various ingredients. Súp cua is enjoyed as a soup course or even a light meal in Vietnamese cuisine.
The main components of súp cua include:
– Crab: The star ingredient of the soup is crabmeat, which can come from various types of crab. The crabmeat is typically cooked and extracted from the shells before being added to the soup.
– Broth: The broth of súp cua is often made using a combination of chicken or pork broth and sometimes seafood broth. The broth is typically seasoned with aromatic ingredients like onion, garlic, and ginger.
– Creamy Base: Súp cua is known for its creamy texture. The creaminess can come from ingredients like cornflour.
– Vegetables: Various vegetables can be added to súp cua, including corn, carrots, peas, and sometimes mushrooms. These vegetables add color, texture, and nutrients to the soup.
– Eggs: Some versions of súp cua incorporate beaten eggs, which are gently stirred into the hot soup to create delicate ribbons of cooked egg.
– Seasonings: The soup is flavored with seasonings such as fish sauce, salt, and sometimes a touch of sugar to balance the flavors.
Besides the traditional crab soup with basic ingredients, now this dish has been modified with some ingredients to create a new flavor such as: Fairy hair crab soup, herbal egg crab soup, Pork brain crab soup .. but still retains the original flavor of this delicious soup.
Price 0.5-1usd/ cup
Hủ tiếu gõ” is a popular Vietnamese noodle dish that’s often enjoyed as a flavorful and comforting meal. It’s a variant of the more well-known “hủ tiếu,” which is a type of noodle soup that originated from the Teochew Chinese community in Vietnam. “Gõ” comes from the trolleys selling noodle soup that have a set of two wooden or metal slats that knock together to emit a distinctive, recognizable sound instead of a clamor.
The main components of hủ tiếu gõ include:
– Noodles: Hủ tiếu gõ is typically made with thin and flat rice noodles, similar to the noodles used in pho or other noodle soups.
– Broth: The broth of hủ tiếu gõ is usually clear and flavorful, made by simmering ingredients like pork bones, dried shrimp, and sometimes chicken or seafood. It’s often seasoned with aromatics like onion, garlic, and various spices.
– Protein: The dish often features a variety of proteins, which can include sliced or minced pork, shrimp, squid.
– Vegetables: Various vegetables such as bean sprouts, chives, and lettuce are added to the dish for freshness and crunch.
– Garnishes: Hủ tiếu gõ is typically garnished with chopped cilantro, green onions, and shallots to enhance the flavors and presentation.
– Sauces: Depending on personal preferences, diners might add condiments like chili sauce, hoisin sauce, or soy sauce to adjust the flavor to their liking.
Hủ tiếu gõ can be found at street food stalls, local eateries, and restaurants across Vietnam. It’s very cheap and delicous.
Price: 1usd/ bowl
“Bánh tráng nướng” is a Vietnamese dish that translates to “grilled rice paper” or “grilled rice cake” in English. It’s a popular street food snack that’s made using rice paper, the same type of thin, translucent wrappers used to make fresh spring rolls (gỏi cuốn). However, bánh tráng nướng takes a different approach to utilizing rice paper.
The dish is often enjoyed as a casual snack and has become quite popular due to its simplicity and delicious flavors. The main components of bánh tráng nướng include:
– Rice Paper: Thin sheets of rice paper are used as the base for bánh tráng nướng. The rice paper is not moistened and softened like it is for fresh spring rolls. Instead, it’s used in its dry and crisp form.
– Toppings and Fillings: Various ingredients are placed on top of the rice paper to create a flavorful combination. Common toppings include green onions, corn, dried shrimp, ground pork, quail eggs…
– Sauces and Seasonings: Bánh tráng nướng is often seasoned with a mixture of ingredients such as mayonnaise, chili sauce.
– To make bánh tráng nướng, the dry rice paper is placed on a hot griddle or grill. Toppings and fillings are added to the center of the rice paper, and the edges are folded over to create a square or rectangular shape. The rice paper is then grilled until it becomes crispy and the fillings are heated through. The final result is a crunchy and flavorful snack with a variety of textures and tastes.
Bánh tráng nướng is often cut into bite-sized pieces before serving, making it easy to enjoy as finger food. It’s a great example of Vietnamese street food that showcases the country’s creative approach to utilizing familiar ingredients in innovative ways. The combination of crispy rice paper, savory fillings, and the interplay of sauces makes bánh tráng nướng a delicious and satisfying treat.
Price: 0.5-1usd/ cake
“Bắp xào” is a Vietnamese dish that translates to “stir-fried corn” in English. It’s a simple and flavorful dish that features fresh corn kernels stir-fried with various ingredients to create a tasty and satisfying side dish.
The dish typically includes the following components:
Corn Kernels: Fresh corn kernels are the main ingredient of bắp xào. The kernels are usually cut from the cob and used as the base of the dish.
Protein (Optional): Some versions of bắp xào might include a protein source such as shrimp or chicken. These proteins are often marinated and cooked along with the corn and vegetables.
Seasonings: The dish is typically flavored with a combination of seasonings, which can include garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sometimes a touch of sugar for balance.
. Bắp xào is a prime example of Vietnamese cuisine’s ability to turn humble and fresh ingredients into a delicious and satisfying dish.
Price: 0.5-1usd/serving
These street foods are not only delicious but also very cheap. We can find these dishes on every street corner in Vietnam. With the price of only 0.5-1usd, you can already enjoy the dishes that are full of attractive and full of flavor.
Let’s hang out and experience the culinary culture of Vietnam right now!
Are you looking for a place to enjoy a Western-style breakfast in a luxurious and elegant setting in Ho Chi Minh City? Visithcmc will introduce to you 10 fantastic Western-style breakfast restaurants in the city.
The Vintage Emporium is one of the Western-style breakfast restaurants that is not unfamiliar to food enthusiasts. With a space decorated in a vintage, upscale, and cozy style, customers can savor the best breakfast dishes here. One standout dish at The Vintage Emporium is the Hearty Breakfast, consisting of eggs, sausages, bacon, smoked pork belly, and butter. Additionally, you can also order a detox drink or a unique and healthy fruit juice with extraordinary flavors.”
– Address: 95 Nguyen Van Thu Street, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Au Parc Restaurant is a must-visit Western-style breakfast spot when you’re in Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant’s ambiance is designed with a modern flair, heavily influenced by the Mediterranean style.. The interior is arranged in a European style that creates a warm and friendly atmosphere, perfect for both family and friend gatherings.
Au Parc Restaurant serves a variety of dishes from various countries. With a diverse and rich menu that caters to many people’s tastes, the dishes are prepared using carefully selected fresh ingredients and ensure quality by experienced chefs. You can choose from signature breakfast options such as the English breakfast, Greek breakfast, or main courses crafted from beef, lamb, salmon, and more. A wide array of both Western and Mediterranean dishes are included in the restaurant’s menu.
– Address: 23 Han Thuyen, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 7:30 – 20:30
Godmother Bake & Brunch is a restaurant that leaves a strong impression on diners due to its sophistication and elegance, characterized by modern designs and an incredibly warm and cozy ambiance. It has become a popular hangout spot among young people in recent times.
The dishes at Godmother Bake & Brunch blend Eastern and Western culinary cultures. All are prepared by a British chef with suggestion form the restaurant owner to make it better suit the palates of Saigonese diners. You can order traditional Vietnamese bread, but it’s given a twist with fillings such as Iberico salted pork from Spain, or a burger made with Japanese Wagyu beef that elevates the dish to another level. Additionally, you can indulge in a variety of sweet pastries for your breakfast. The menu at Godmother Bake & Brunch is diverse, ensuring it caters to all your culinary preferences.
– Address: 4 Dong Khoi Street, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 8:00 – 21:00
L’Usine Le Thanh Ton is renowned as a “miniature France” nestled in the heart of Saigon. The restaurant boasts a spacious area with sophisticated and modern design. L’Usine often brings forth a sense of luxury and elegance. Diners not only get to savor a diverse range of cuisine, from Western to Asian dishes, along with a variety of enticing beverages, but they also get to experience a unique shopping venture with stalls offering fresh produce and elegantly vintage-styled fashion items. With this business model, L’Usine consistently attracts a large number of customers.
The menu at L’Usine focus on international cuisine, combining traditional French dishes with creative culinary creations. Diners often have the chance to indulge in delicious offerings ranging from pastries, desserts, to main courses and salads.
– Address: 19 Le Thanh Ton Street, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 8:00 – 21:30
The Deck Saigon is a luxurious restaurant situated along the Saigon River. It is renowned for its elegant and dreamy setting, picturesque riverside scenery, and a high-quality menu crafted with creative flair. The restaurant utilizes fresh and local ingredients sourced from Phu Quoc and Da Lat
The culinary offerings at The Deck Saigon are consistently praised for the chefs’ innovation, using unique ingredients that create distinctive flavors to tantalize the taste buds. For the breakfast menu at The Deck Saigon, you can choose from dishes like Chocolate-Filled Croissant, The Deck Bread, Norwegian-Style Poached Eggs, Eggs with Black Truffle Sauce, English-Style Oatmeal, and more. Enjoy a few cups of tea or coffee amidst the serene ambiance of the Saigon River.
– Address: 38 Nguyen U Di, Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 8:00 – 23:00.
Eden Coffee House is a café located in Phu My Hung, District 7. In addition to offering a diverse range of beverages, Eden Coffee House also serves Western-style dishes in a comfortable space that is perfect for gatherings with friends or dates.
The menu of this establishment includes dishes like scrambled eggs, pancakes, sandwiches, cheese and potato dishes, and various types of coffee such as lattes, as well as the option to enjoy refreshing smoothies.
– Address: 23 Hung Phuoc 1, Tan Phong, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 8:00 – 21:00.
The Hungry Pig is a charming little restaurant serving fantastic Western-style pastries and breakfast dishes in Ho Chi Minh City. With creatively designed yet simple decor, exuding a cozy ambiance, this restaurant provides customers with a comfortable and relaxing feeling every time they come to enjoy a meal. The menu at The Hungry Pig is quite diverse, including quick bites like sandwiches, hamburgers, French fries, cheese dishes, and refreshing beverages.
– Address: 40/24 Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 7:00 – 18:00.
Eddie’s (DISTRICT 2) New York Deli & Diner is a unique Western-style breakfast spot in Ho Chi Minh City. With its cozy space set in the cheerful and friendly atmosphere of 1950s America, Eddie’s gives customers the sensation of stepping into New York. With a capacity of up to 100 guests, you usually don’t need to make a reservation unless it’s for special events.
Eddie’s serves a wide range of delicious American dishes. They carefully select the finest imported ingredients to provide an authentic American dining experience. The restaurant’s menu is diverse, encompassing baked sandwiches, scrambled eggs, pancakes, steaks, and more.
– Address: 71 Thao Dien Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Opening hours: 8:00 – 22:00.
Saigon Bagel is a restaurant specializing in Western-style dishes, located in the Thao Dien area of District 2. The restaurant features a classic design and offers a fantastic space, along with Mediterranean-inspired dishes and a variety of bread, catering to breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It has become a favored meeting spot for young people.
With a menu focused on various round New York-style bagels, traditional bread, smoked salmon, as well as desserts and refreshing beverages, Saigon Bagel ensures that diners have a delightful and relaxing dining experience, especially during breakfast hours.
– Address: 38 Nguyen Cu, Thao Dien, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City.
– Business hours:
Monday: 7:00 – 16:00.
Tuesday to Sunday: 7:00 – 20:30.
MeKong Merchant is an ideal destination for diners who love a serene and peaceful atmosphere, separated from the bustling and lively pace of Saigon. MeKong Merchant’s diner includes not only locals but also foreigners. With its tranquil outdoor space, MeKong Merchant offers a sense of peace, allowing guests to sit for hours, immerse themselves in the refreshing air, enjoy light meals, and engage in conversations with friends.
MeKong Merchant serves a range of dishes at average prices. Here, you can relish authentic European-style pizzas, freshly baked bread, and delicious salads. Especially, MeKong Merchant’s pizzas are a must-try when you step foot into this establishment.
– Address: 23, Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 7:00 – 23:00
Above are the 10 best Western-style breakfast places in Ho Chi Minh City that Visithcmc has suggested for you. Come and experience each location to enjoy delicious food and enjoy the comfortable space at these restaurants.
It’s much better to finish a meal with something sweet?
Travelers commonly know about Vietnam’s culinary culture through some ‘iconic’ savory dishes, but desserts here are also worth trying. Likely savory meals, Vietnamese desserts offer diversity in flavors, textures, and ingredients, which properly satisfy your sweet tooth yet healthy. It’s not difficult to find these delicious and affordable desserts on many sidewalks, fresh markets and even in any alleys across the country. Locals in Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City enjoy sweets derived from cane sugar and rich coconut milk, that are frequently found in desserts. They assume that the sweetness will balance out the heat of the tropical weather. Shall we beat the heat of Saigon in the sweetest way?
‘Tao Pho’ (sweet tofu pudding) is a refreshing and dedicated Chinese – Vietnamese dessert for the locals. It is made from soybean, has a jelly texture, a taste of soy milk and usually served in a sweet syrup made from ginger and rock sugar. Tofu pudding in Vietnam is treated as street food, served by many street vendors and dessert restaurants. Travelers may somehow come across Vietnamese women who lug around 2 baskets on opposite ends of the pole over their shoulders. If you want to try the cold version, then the bowl would be added red beans, black jelly, and a bubble with crushed ice on top. In Saigon, locals often mention 2 famous vendors located on Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Le Thanh Ton (District 1) and Bui Dinh Tuy (Binh Thanh District), which offer the best sweet tofu pudding in town.
It’s underlying that French cuisine has always been a fascinating topic for ‘gourmet society’ to discover and talk about. In fact, French cuisine simply highlights itself by the innovative flavors, fragrant and elegant presentation. And other than that, most foodies love to have meals in a true French restaurant where they enjoy sophisticated cuisines, premium wine with the romantic atmosphere. Saigon is typically a perfect place where both locals and foreigners easily find international cuisines, so it’s not difficult to search for French bistro or restaurant. Let’s get on your trip to discover some of the best French restaurants in town.
Once you spend time staying one night in the Park Hyatt hotel, Square One would be a great place to offer a unique dining experience. Square One is a fine-dining restaurant with a feature of sharing style of authentic French & Vietnamese cuisine. With a cozy atmosphere and artistic design, the extensive menu with many special dishes and the taste of French-inspired wine will totally satisfy the diners. Besides that, visitors are recommended to join in the ‘Le Petit Chef’’ performance held every Saturday and Sunday. This is a two-hour culinary performance with the help of 3D Mapping effects to tell a story about the cuisine, which provides great entertainment to visitors.
Park Hyatt Hotel (Square One), 2 Cong Truong Lam Son, District 1
Opening hours: 11:30am–2:30pm | 6:00pm–10:30pm
Vegetarian Friendly
Established by the twin Michelin-starred Chefs Laurent & Jacques Pourcel, Jardin Des Sens Saigon is a perfect high-end restaurant for foodies who love French food with the fine dining experience. The place is designed in a beautiful 100-year-old villa with modern decor that you’ll love the ambiance of luxury and pleasant inside. All cuisines here are mostly influenced by the sweet life of living in France and a little bit of Vietnam’s culinary environment. At the time you settle down at the table, the experience forces you to leave all notifications on your phone behind, and immerse in the flavors and art of food.
Jardin Des Sens Saigon, 251 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 7, District 3.
Opening hours: Mon – Sun: 11:30am – 1:30pm| 5:30-9:30pm
Le Corto is a comfortable and elegant French bistro that serves exquisite dishes and definitely worth visiting for those who love French cuisines. The name of the restaurant was inspired by the comic character named Corto – who held a free spirit, the desire to travel the world and make friends during the journey. The dishes of Le Corto also reflect on its name, the cuisine combines between disciplines of French and local flavors, which definitely satisfy all foodies. When entering the restaurant, you are properly attracted by the French decor of the dining space with the bar area and the extensive lists of wines.
Le Corto, 5D Nguyen Sieu Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
Opening hours: 11am – 10:30pm
The Last Recipe is an all-day-dining venue located on the Mezzanine level of Le Meridien Hotel. This is a famous buffet restaurant in Saigon that foodies gather and rank pretty highly. The culinary address serves a wide variety of both Asian and European cuisines for their a la carte menus or weekly buffet lunch and dinner. You’ll be attracted by the cozy environment with a French-kitchen showcase and classic titles on the wall. Especially, the decor with wood accents and yellow high-light offers diners something that looks like a French movie. The great experience will absolutely delight any ‘foodies’ who come to the Latest Recipe.
Le Meridien Hotel, 3C Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Opening hours: 6am – 10pm
Isolated from the top-attraction of the CBD, La Villa Restaurant will be a good choice restaurant for those who want to escape from the city life. La Villa is a high-end venue for French cuisines, located in a pool villa in district 2. Once arriving at the restaurant, you totally feel like an honored guest, invited by its engaged owner – a famous French chef. The design was inspired by Frend Manor, it is such a warm and peaceful place full of lighting and French music, where ‘gourmet society’ looks for a romantic dinner. The French dishes are highly appreciated due to the high-quality flavors, perfect texture and art of preparing. You totally want to experience menu options of French full course meals, trying the taste of delicious steak, monkfish with risotto or lamb with ratatouille.
La Villa Restaurant, 14 Ngo Quang Huy Street, Thao Dien, District 2
Opening hours: Mon – Sat: 11:45am – 1:30pm & 6:30pm – 9:30pm | Sun: 6pm – 9:30pm
This restaurant is located in an alley near Ben Thanh Market, the place is worth visiting. Cocotte is a classic French bistro that features traditional homemade French food. Cocotte’s simplicity makes itself become more special than other French restaurants. The guests should consider the menu on the blackboard which lists the daily specials. Besides, you are suggested to order some signature of Cocotte like Nicoise salad, onion soup or duck confit, e.g., and especially, the baguettes are truly typical French style.
Cocotte,136 Le Thanh Ton Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
Opening hours: Mon – Sun: 11am – 2:30pm | 5:30pm – 10pm
Located on a side street District 2, Le Bacoulos represents first class cuisine at very affordable prices. The bistro specializes in authentic French food, but the atmosphere is much like antebellum Vietnam. The owner chose the combined style of French decor and a little bit of ‘Vietnam’, you’ll have outside dining on wooden tables, wicker chairs and surrounded by tropical plants. As mentioned to the food, the bistro is popular among French living in Saigon and the food in here is actually appreciated by ‘foodies’. The a la carte menu is varied and surprisingly worth a visit, especially the premium wine and French-style beef steak with soft and fragrant or lamb chops in herbs. Definitely an ideal place for your date!
Le Bacoulos, 13 Tong Huu Dinh Street, Thao Dien, District 2
Opening hours: Mon – Sun: 10:30am – 2am
If you are searching for a restaurant and cocktail bar for a stunning view of the river, The Deck Saigon could be a nice place to visit. The Desk is chosen among the best outstanding bars in HCMC, offering great experiences to the diners. The seating areas are painted in blue, providing a chilling space in the current heat in Saigon. Once entering this modern restaurant, you’ll definitely love the feeling of viewing the sunset, tasting the signature cocktails, and ‘chit chat’ with your mates.
The Deck Saigon, 38 Nguyen U Di Street, Thao Dien, District 2
Opening hours: Mon – Sun: 8am – 11:30pm
Opened for years, The Mach House is still recognized as a top-favorite French venue in town. The classic French bistro chooses the modern and sleek decor, which turns itself into a cozy place for foreigners to enjoy a good meal with a glass of wine on their first day in Saigon. The classic bistro offers a menu of organic food prepared by French chefs and a wide list of wines. The friendly waiters that are always willing to share stories with you and with a lovely smile.
The Mach House, 75 Pasteur Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Opening hours: 11:30am – 2pm | 5 :30pm – 9:30pm
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