Chill Places In Saigon - Part 1

Located in a historic French colonial house in Ho Chi Minh City, Drinking & Healing provides patrons a reprieve from the busy city behind their exposed brick walls.

Dance Away at Café Cardinal

A fairytale-Esque escape, Thé Dansant is Café Cardinal’s latest venture that promises to leave you with a full heart. With live music, lots of dancing and delicate afternoon tea,  Sundays at Café Cardinal transport guests to simpler, more romantic times.

 
Three’s A Crowd

CTY Kitchen + Bar is a kit of independent parts that offers a dynamic crowd in an all-in-one, all-day eating and drinking spot located at the center of Ho Chi Minh City’s biggest and most vibrant business towers.

We’re All Mad Here

With over 20 wines by the glass and more than 350 wines on their selected wine list, all taste buds are catered to and the food menu includes charcuterie boards, tartines, escargot and MAD’s famous toasties

Stirring The Imagination

Award winning Vietnamese mixologist Thep Dinh, also known as “Real Steel” to industry insiders, is the star of this little jewel hidden away in a colonial apartment building close to Ben Thanh market.

Oh*My*Kase

Tucked away in an uber-cool intimate dining space on Nguyen An Ninh, Roka Fella is a contemporary omakase restaurant with Head Chef Raymond Tan as their creative visionary.

A Little Numb & A Little Spicy

Xiao Ma and Xiao La - Located on the 13th floor in the heart of Saigon in District 1 between Notre Dame and Ben Thanh Market, this modern Eatery combines the best of two styles of Sichuan cooking.

An A-Rated Newcomer

Executive Chef / Owner Hoang Tung has been earning rave reviews for his signature tasting menu at Å by TUNG in Hanoi and has indeed been recently announced as one of only two Vietnamese restaurants in the top 100 restaurants in Asia list.

Propaganda - A Dish Of Happiness

Propaganda has Vietnamese values inspiring its menu with a fresh out of the ordinary approach to hospitality. At this fun bistro, guests can enjoy quintessentially Vietnamese food with a smile thanks to the happiness and joy that accompanies each and every dish.

Cali Banh Mi Burger - Lucas Diner Back To The Future

How to make a burger-joint a memorable and extraordinary experience? Premium quality beef, the infusion of Vietnamese flavors and a traditional jukebox. Cali Banh Mi Burger - Lucas Diner is the authentic American diner that Saigon has been waiting for.

Eating Together Is About More Than Just Food

Mr Danh founded Laang after the success of the Quan Bui restaurants in Saigon. Laang is Saigon’s dining sanctuary and is widely-celebrated for its tranquility and innovative Vietnamese menu. Now, Mr Danh is determined that Laang and all it embodies is the perfect concept to promote the excellence of Vietnamese cuisine to a global audience.

Escape The City

Designed by the forward-thinking The Lab Saigon, Madam Kew is a cocktail bar that packs a punch. 

The Best-Kept Secret

Hidden, bespoke and brilliant, Blanche Saigon is a true speakeasy whereby guests must exercise their skills of deduction to find this wonder.

Rum Away Together

Saigon’s first bar dedicated to the West Indies spirit, Rum, FAVELA promises a vibrant and spirited ambience which pays homage to three pillars of favela life: family, hustle and rum. 

A Household Name

Quince’s dynamic menu and unwavering commitment to quality cuisine earn the restaurant its stardom in Saigon’s dining scene.

Reimagining Street Food
Ănăn, meaning “eat eat”, is located in a humble and bustling food market from which it sources many of its fresh ingredients.
Small Plates, Big Flavors

At this tapas bar, each small-plate is its own masterpiece and the “We Pick, You Eat” option allows diners to put their wholehearted trust into Chef Albert Suarez, something nobody ever regrets.

West Meets East

With innovative fusion menus, a farm-to-table-approach and breathtakingly elegant restaurant interiors, Pizza 4P’s fulfil their mission of “Delivering Wow, Sharing Happiness.”

As Pretty As A Picture

The Monkey Gallery showcases the Art of Dining by offering an exciting range of both sweet and savory dishes that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are delectable. 

For Every Mood And Occasion

Sleek, elegant and refined, Esta Eatery is a restaurant which strikes a harmonious balance of comfort and fine dining. The rich and sophisticated interior showcases a deep yet warm colour scheme with marble floors, stunning chandeliers and brown leather, providing the perfect environment for a menu as equally lavish.

Small Yet Mighty

One of Saigon’s more intimate eateries, KIBA’s small plates and cozy venue proves that bigger does not always mean better

Food For The Soul
The fiery passion that is quintessential to Latin American culture is no stranger to Sol Kitchen. With rattan furnishing, a white and terracotta colour scheme and an abundance of cacti, Sol Kitchen is a taste of South America in the heart of Saigon. 
Transport To The Tropics

Transporting guests to a tropical heaven, The Brix Eatery Saigon is a new arrival in Saigon’s dining scene that promises to impress.

The Art Of “Nhau”

LAAIRAI’s intimate and inviting atmosphere perfectly encapsulates Vietnamese “Nhau” culture, encouraging heartfelt conversations and the enjoyment of good food through its sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere and talented chefs.

Making No Misteaks

With their prudent use of only the finest beef, a team of artisanal steak chefs and the embodiment of the Japanese concept of “Omotenashi”, IL CORDA stands tall as one of Saigon’s most notable steakhouses.

Tickle Your Tastebuds

In Chinese culture, the term of endearment, “Bao Bei”, is used between family members and lovers. The concept behind this Chinese restaurant is therefore one of love and comfort and Bao Bei pays homage

Saigon’s Garden Of Eden

Recent years have seen Peach Garden flourish from a traditional Cantonese-style eatery into a luxury diner that has garnered great appreciation worldwide.

A Mediterranean Affair

The masterminds behind Jardin Des Sens are to thank for the Mediterranean Bistronomic Grocerant concept that is Mama Sens. Blending restaurant dining with a fine groceries shopping experience, the all-inone concept provides Saigoneers with the unique opportunity to shop and dine under one roof.

Bite-Sized Stories

Famed as the city’s “sexy tapas bar”, Tomatito’s playful, yet sophisticated, ambience promises to stir the senses with small-plates made for sharing and a sultry atmosphere created by the interior’s black and red colour scheme.

A new contemporary and upscale dining destination
Inspired by the charismatic and daring character of Vietnamese women and with a sophisticated menu and design to match that disposition, the new Miss Thu restaurant at Fusion Original Saigon Centre is the city’s newest dining destination with a story to tell. 
Peaceful Escape Within The City Center
Craving a mini escape from the mundane everyday but remain within the city’s center? Then, look no further than Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City. Housed within the city’s premiere shopping and lifestyle destination Saigon Centre, this 5-star luxury serviced apartment is the ultimate choice for a chic Staycation in the heart of Saigon’s District 1.
Yu Chu - A New Fire Lit In Stoves
Yu Chu (meaning “Imperial Kitchen” in Chinese) at InterContinental Saigon is regarded as one of the best Chinese restaurants in town, recently had the pleasure to welcome a new Chinese Head Chef, Chef Ooi Kar Kim, and along with him inspiring anticipation for its culinary scene.
The Essence Of South African Braai
Set within a grand and immaculately restored residential villa, smack in the centre of the vibrant and highly trendy culinary hub of Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, a new gastronomic barbeque experience has immerged in Vietnam, in the form of an African safari themed restaurant aptly named Carnivore.
Croissants That Will Make You Swoon
Buttery perfection, croissants are an artform in themselves. Layers of butter and dough are painstakingly put together, rolled and baked every morning, making the perfect heart-warming treat to savour with your breakfast. Thousands of miles away from Paris, Vietnam’s croissant game is still strong. Here are the croissants everybody’s crushing on.
Bold Flavours & Flair at The House of Fashion
Step into a world of Parisian wonder at Fashionista Cafe, where Chef Sakal Phoeung takes your taste buds on a journey to Paris with his French cuisine and Vietnamese flavours. This venue is absolute class, showcasing life’s refinements in the perfect setting for an epicurean adventure. 
Tempting Tapas With A Twist

Making yet another fantastic addition to the Thao Dien scene is MaSa, a restaurant and wine bar, with former Michelin Star Chef Hervé Rodriguez at the helm. 

A Feast For Your Majesty
If you ever thought Vietnamese food wasn’t decadent, Nam Phuong Lau is here to show you it can be. 
Magic Mouthfuls From The Mekong
Embodying the spirit of the Mekong Delta, Nam Me Kitchen & Bar is anything but pretentious, cooking with the humble feel of a Vietnamese family abode, yet skillfully elevated to satisfy even the most discerning of Ho Chi Minh City’s diners.