Hotpot and grill dining is gradually becoming a culinary trend in Ho Chi Minh City, with an increasing number of restaurants opening up. Below is a compilation of the 10 most loved and budget-friendly hotpot & grill restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City.
Craving hotpot but unsure which restaurant to choose? Check out the top 10 budget-friendly and delicious hotpot & grill restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City below:
1. Tan Hoa Cau Restaurant – 149 Le Van Luong, District 7
Tân Hoa Cau, known as the renowned Vietnamese buffet restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, is celebrated for its delightful and affordable hotpot experience. Exploring this establishment is an irresistible journey through the enticing flavors of various fresh seafood such as grilled blood clams, cheese-baked oysters, and more, each name sounding delicious at first mention.
The restaurant's menu extends beyond a rich list of diverse seafood to include a tantalizing selection of skewered grilled meats. Patrons will find themselves in a dilemma of choices as the menu boasts an overwhelming variety, where every dish is simply irresistible.

Indulge in the extraordinary grilled specialties over the vibrant, fiery charcoal
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2. Sumo BBQ - Japanese Hotpot Delight
When it comes to Japanese cuisine, most people immediately think of sushi, sashimi, and grilled dishes. However, the lesser-known Japanese hotpot is also one of the most enticing dishes in the land of the rising sun. Delectable hotpot options include shabu-shabu, miso, and more.
Sumo BBQ is recognized by diners as a haven for Japanese cuisine. From its professionally tailored service to a commitment to customer respect, it embodies the top cultural values of Japan, extending to the meticulous selection of ingredients.

Slice the beef to the perfect thickness for a tender experience when grilled
3. Pachi Pachi Restaurant – 52 Mạc Đĩnh Chi, District 1
This is a restaurant specializing in a distinctive Japanese hotpot buffet. The ingredients here are incredibly diverse, ranging from beef, fish, chicken, crocodile, emu, and more—all uniquely seasoned and offering a completely novel experience from seasoning to flavor and consumption style.
The restaurant employs a special sauce known as Japanese Tare sauce. With its primary components being soy sauce and fresh fruits, this sauce brings a unique harmony and rich flavor to the grilled dishes.

Tare sauce elevates the taste, making the dishes sweeter and more delightful
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4. Hoa Sơn Tửu Lầu Restaurant – 120 Nguyễn Thị Nhỏ, District 11
Diverging from the famous Thuy Hu story portrayed by Lương Sơn Quán in Hanoi, Hoa Sơn Tửu Lầu offers patrons a real-life martial arts atmosphere inspired by Kim Dung's wuxia novels.
Aiming to bring joy to customers enjoying their meals, Hoa Sơn Tửu Lầu features a staff dressed as unique martial arts heroes, providing prompt and enthusiastic service.

Irresistible dishes at the restaurant
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5. Soa Soa Restaurant – 64 Phạm Ngọc Thạch, District 3
Nestled on the charming Phạm Ngọc Thạch street, Soa Soa restaurant is a well-known spot for affordable and delicious hotpot in Ho Chi Minh City. Diners here are mainly those eager to discover the renowned Chinese cuisine.
The enticing dishes here include: Sichuan-style sautéed duck tongue, skewered grilled goat meat at Soa Soa, Soa Soa hotpot, continuously earning praise from diners after just a single taste.

Irresistible hotpot at the restaurant
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6. Hana BBQ Restaurant - Unique Asian-European Cuisine
Hana BBQ Restaurant captivates customers with enticing desserts ranging from salads, Italian pasta, to pizzas, paired with dipping sauces featuring the bold and flavorful taste of Japan and the distinct style of Korea.
The main menu boasts a variety of rich seafood and meticulously marinated imported American beef. Therefore, the dishes at Hana BBQ leave a strong impression on diners.

Delectable and enticing cheese-wrapped beef rolls
7. Korean Grilled Ribs Restaurant – 4/4 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, District 1
With a simple yet modern and youthful design, the Korean Grilled Ribs Restaurant is the perfect destination for diners who love affordable and delicious hotpot in Ho Chi Minh City, offering a space to relax and savor enticing, flavorful dishes with the unmistakable brand of the land of kimchi.
The smartest choice for diners at the Korean Grilled Ribs Restaurant is undoubtedly the Korean seafood hotpot. The dish is perfectly spiced in the authentic Korean hotpot style, giving customers the feeling of truly stepping into a Korean eatery.

Enticing Korean hotpot
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8. Crab Hotpot Mũi Đất Restaurant – Mũi Đất Specialty
Nestled amidst the hustle and bustle of vibrant Saigon, Crab Hotpot Mũi Đất brings diners the delightful aroma and rich sweetness of natural live crabs. Those who have visited Crab Hotpot Mũi Đất on Trần Hưng Đạo street undoubtedly remember the robust flavor of this dish.
That's why locals here are not surprised when many culinary experts claim, 'Nature has favored the Mũi Đất region with a unique and richly abundant creature, incomparable to any other region – the specialty Mũi Đất crab.'

Famous aromatic Crab Hotpot from Mũi Đất
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9. Rơm BBQ Restaurant – 7th Floor, Thanh Thế Plaza, Lưu Văn Lang, District 1
Located in the heart of District 1, atop Thanh Thế Plaza, Rơm BBQ Restaurant offers customers a unique and romantic culinary space, indulging in affordable and delicious hotpot in high places.
The cuisine at Rơm BBQ exudes a Thai flair with its enticing and spicy Thai hotpots. The main menu here revolves around grilled dishes, allowing diners to comfortably savor unique flavors in an airy environment.

A romantic ambiance at the restaurant, perfect for outdoor gatherings
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10. Seoul Garden Restaurant – The haven of Korean cuisine
Stepping into Seoul Garden Restaurant, diners will be dazzled by the allure of seafood, the aroma of marinated beef, and the sweetness of delightful desserts. The restaurant serves over 200 premium dishes, rotating daily for variety.
The most captivating aspect here has to be the Korean hotpot. With authentic spicy Korean broth, the sweet taste of mushrooms, the freshness of crisp vegetables, and the tender, melt-in-the-mouth quality of beef, it all creates an irresistible attraction for diners visiting.

Delicious Korean hotpot
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