Vietnam’s gastronomic and hospitality scene is entering a golden era—an evolution defined by creativity, craftsmanship, and a passion for unforgettable experiences. At the heart of this movement stands the Gourmet Vietnam Awards, presented by Epicure Vietnam, the country’s leading culinary magazine. More than just an awards ceremony, it is a national stage celebrating excellence, innovation, and dedication across the vibrant F&B and hospitality landscape.
A Vision of Excellence
Held annually, the Gourmet Vietnam Awards recognises outstanding restaurants, bars, hotels, resorts, chefs, and service professionals who are redefining the standards of quality and guest experience in Vietnam. Beyond acknowledging achievements, the awards are built upon four guiding pillars: celebrating excellence, promoting innovation, elevating industry standards, and fostering a community of professionals united by their commitment to advancing Vietnam’s culinary and hospitality identity on the global stage.
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The Categories That Define a Nation
Reflecting the richness of Vietnam’s hospitality landscape, the awards are organised into six comprehensive categories.
Culinary Excellence highlights the finest dining experiences across the country, from sophisticated French restaurants in Hanoi to innovative Japanese concepts in Danang and vibrant Vietnamese dining in Saigon. It also honours steakhouses, dessert destinations, and even street food-inspired concepts, recognising the full spectrum of Vietnam’s culinary artistry.
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Beverage & Mixology celebrates bars, sommeliers, bartenders, and wine experts who elevate Vietnam’s drinking culture. From curated wine lists to groundbreaking cocktail menus and coffee concepts, this category acknowledges innovation and mastery in every pour.
Hotel & Hospitality Dining recognises dining experiences within hotels and resorts, from world-class breakfast spreads to refined resort restaurants and bars.
Hotel & Resort Excellence showcases the very best in hospitality design and service, from luxury urban hotels to boutique retreats, sustainable resorts, and family-friendly escapes.
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Hospitality & Personality honours the individuals shaping the industry—visionary chefs, pastry masters, sommeliers, mentors, and rising stars who embody leadership, passion, and creativity.
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Hospitality Design & Services focuses on ambience and service experiences, highlighting how design and hospitality come together to create unforgettable stays and meals.
A Transparent and Prestigious Process
Participation in the Gourmet Vietnam Awards is free of charge, with eligibility open to all legally operating entities and professionals across Vietnam with at least six months of operation. Submissions include profiles, high-resolution images, and descriptions of achievements, ensuring nominees present their work at the highest standard.
Judging is conducted by a distinguished panel of chefs, hospitality experts, journalists, and members of the Epicure Vietnam editorial team. Each entry is evaluated on quality and consistency, innovation, guest experience, sustainability, and leadership.
More Than Awards
Winners and highly commended awardees are not only celebrated during the ceremony but also featured in Epicure Vietnam through exclusive interviews, photoshoots, and media campaigns. This amplifies their visibility and strengthens Vietnam’s image as a culinary and hospitality destination of global calibre.
As Vietnam’s dining tables, bars, and hotels continue to flourish, the Gourmet Vietnam Awards stands as both a recognition and an inspiration—illuminating the people, places, and ideas that shape the nation’s journey towards international excellence.