Top 15 Traditional Eateries in Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City

Discover the charming destination where diners gather for cozy moments and togetherness at Thien Ly. Its small, exquisite rice pots and crispy golden rice, coupled with the distinctive flavors, have captured the hearts of thousands of diners. Not only delicious and visually appealing, but Thien Ly's rice pots also provide a nutritious and healthy option. Thien Ly's rice pots are a popular choice for family gatherings, intimate moments with loved ones, meeting friends, or group gatherings.

The menu at Thien Ly's rice pots is quite diverse, catering to the different tastes and preferences of diners. You'll be salivating at the aromatic dishes from the moment you step in. From mushroom sauce chicken rice pot, black pepper beef rice pot, to braised pork belly with fish sauce rice pot, and sardine fish with tomato sauce rice pot... these are the dishes served by the restaurant. The harmonious blend of Vietnamese flavors will leave you delighted from the very first bite. With the desire to offer diners the most delicious and nutritionally complete dishes, Thien Ly always selects fresh and high-quality ingredients to ensure a perfect dining experience. Moreover, the prices at Thien Ly's rice pots are very affordable, suitable for the budget and economic conditions of all Vietnamese consumers.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address:

• 120 Street 7, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City
• 134C Hoang Hoa Tham, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City
• 16 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Details at: https://comnieuthienly.vn/lien-he-2/

Phone: 0978 785 500
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://comnieuthienly.vn/
Fanpage: www.facebook.com/comnieuthienly

If you enjoy having a meal in a charming, familiar, and warm setting with a strong Vietnamese touch, then at Brick Restaurant, you will experience it fully. With a decor concept that is very familiar, you will easily spot images of your homeland such as street vendors, banana trees, bamboo, boats, thatched roofs... creating a very comfortable feeling for diners to relax.

Looking at the menu is also quite strange and fun as interspersed among the pages of dishes are pages of poetry. The menu of rice dishes is very diverse from North to South for many people to choose from. Besides the main rice dishes, you can also order other dishes such as beef noodle soup, seafood dishes, and grilled dishes... The restaurant is not too crowded, each seat will be a completely special space. It can be said that Brick Restaurant has brought the rice dishes of rural areas to diners right in Ho Chi Minh City. Here, people do not use plastic straws for drinks, but instead use a bundle of morning glory as a straw. The menu at Brick Restaurant is very rich, including dishes from all three regions of the country. The dishes here are not sophisticated, mainly simple and rural dishes, mostly vegetable dishes but cooked very palatably, bringing both a rich and delicate flavor.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Address: 9-10 Dang Tat, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 028 3848 0144

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.cucgachquan.com.vn/

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/CucGachQuan/

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 23:30

Established since 1995, Saigon Claypot Rice is a familiar name for many diners who love the exquisite taste of claypot-cooked rice. The restaurant has a pure Vietnamese architectural style with wooden tables and chairs, brick walls, and antique lanterns that are very friendly and cozy. The menu of Saigon Claypot Rice has over 200 Vietnamese dishes cooked very flavorful, especially the claypot rice is served hot and smashed right at the table. Although it's just a common rice dish, thanks to meticulous and elaborate preparation, the restaurant is favored by many people as their lunch spot. Claypot rice is often enjoyed with dishes like braised fish in pepper sauce, braised pork, braised meat, grilled vegetables, boiled greens, vegetable soup... This Saigon Claypot Rice is delicious, suitable for all tastes, and the dishes are very satisfying. The rice is cooked in the claypot, delicious, and even has crispy burnt rice. The service is quick, polite, the space is antique, cool, quiet, very suitable for a delicious and comfortable lunch.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Address:

• 27 Tu Xuong, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
• 59 Ho Xuan Huong, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 0901 301 728

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://comnieusaigon.com/

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/comnieusaigon.restaurant/

Secret Garden is the 'hidden garden' nestled in the heart of Saigon with various lush vines and beautiful flower clusters. As you step into Secret Garden, you feel immersed in a serene and tranquil space reminiscent of an idyllic countryside right in the midst of bustling Saigon. The ambiance is filled with different plants, climbing vines, wooden tables and chairs, familiar items from the countryside, and even wandering chickens in the restaurant yard.

For this reason, Secret Garden always captures the affection of diners who come here, not only those who carry nostalgia for their homeland but also those who seek the quintessential beauty of authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Undoubtedly, Secret Garden is a prominent name in the memories of everyone, evoking the taste of rustic, intimate, and deeply cherished flavors. The restaurant's menu is diverse and rich with many Southern dishes such as pink tilapia soup with ngót leaves, boiled vegetables with shredded fish dip, sour soup, rice paper rolls, stuffed pumpkin flowers with pork... All are prepared from familiar ingredients but are exceptionally fragrant and delicious. In essence, Secret Garden is a name that makes you fully appreciate meaningful moments in this challenging life.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 158 Pasteur, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0909 904 621
Email: [email protected]
Fanpage: www.facebook.com/secretgarden158pasteur/

Vietnamese Rice Dish is the next destination that brings diners delicious authentic Vietnamese dishes, reasonably priced with a diverse and rich menu featuring dishes tailored to the Vietnamese taste. Besides impressing customers with its luxurious and intimate ambiance, this place also promises to satisfy all customer segments with rustic dishes, carrying the pure taste of the homeland.

Each dish is filled with the pure and rich flavors of the countryside, encapsulating the nostalgia of those living far away. You won't resist the temptation of the restaurant's rich selection of braised fish dishes, from the majestic Vũ Đại braised fish of the North, the flavorful Trà River tilapia to the golden turmeric-flavored catfish or the sour tamarind snakehead fish. The firm fish meat, perfectly infused spices, blending together tightly create an exquisite taste that lingers on the palate. With the quality of the food as well as the enthusiastic service throughout the visit, Vietnamese Rice Dish is not only a place for offices, companies, domestic and international tourists, families, and individuals to discover the flavors of these rustic dishes but also a place for everyone to rediscover moments of relaxation and appreciate the true values of life.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 234 Cộng Hòa, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0941 855 234
Email: [email protected]
Fanpage: www.facebook.com/com.nieu.viet.nam/

Dê Cua 245 stands out as a renowned spot for Northern cuisine enthusiasts in Saigon. Despite its cozy space adorned with bamboo chairs, the menu exclusively features authentic Northern dishes such as crab and sawtooth herb soup, field crab hotpot, Lã Vọng-style grilled fish, stir-fried snails with banana flowers, and shrimp paste with green chili. Additionally, the restaurant sells various Northern-style fish sauce and condiments for take-home.

Dê Cua 245 offers a spacious, airy, and warm ambiance across two distinct floors. The restaurant is famous for its elaborately prepared specialty goat dishes, delivering delightful flavors. Alongside, the restaurant presents Cà Mau crabs, a gift from the sea. An intriguing aspect is the option to choose live goats at the pond and select their preparation method. Besides the two main dishes, you can also relish other seafood such as clams, mussels, squid, and shrimp. With an open design, Dê Cua 245 is ideal for organizing birthday parties or family gatherings. Moreover, the restaurant provides various perks for event bookings, including complimentary cakes, stage setup, or decorative flowers.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Address:

• 245 Chu Văn An, Bình Thạnh District, Ho Chi Minh City
• 186 Hoa Lan, Phú Nhuận District, Ho Chi Minh City
• 91 Hoàng Sa, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
  

Phone: 0979 245 245

Website: http://www.laude.vn/

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/laude245/

Opening Hours: 11:00 - 23:00

Ann Quán stands out as a beloved eatery not just for its delicious fare and rustic Vietnamese ambiance, but also because it is owned by the renowned supermodel Vu Thu Phuong. At Ann Quán, indulge in a array of Northern Vietnamese dishes that captivate with their rich flavors and vibrant colors. Familiar favorites include pho, bun moc, xoi xeo, and banh cuon. For a truly authentic experience, pair your Northern-style pho with crispy quay, and enhance your pork porridge with a touch of cilantro and pepper. Those seeking rare and exotic delicacies not commonly found in Saigon can also delight in offerings like bun ca, bun oc, and chao suon.

The lunch menu at Ann Quán is equally enticing with savory dishes, accompanied by side dishes such as black tilapia braised with galangal from Vu Dai village, crab soup with river crab, razor clam sausage, pickled eggplant with chili, and shrimp stir-fried with fermented shrimp paste. Additionally, Ann Quán offers playful treats like banh gai, sweet sticky rice with yogurt, and traditional drinks such as coconut water, soursop juice, and green tea. The menu is seasonally curated to ensure the freshest and most flavorful ingredients. The majority of the ingredients are carefully selected and transported from the North to the South to maintain authenticity and taste.

Contact Information:
Address: 66 Ngo Duc Ke, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 028 3622 6666

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://annquan.vn/
Fanpage: www.facebook.com/nhahangannquan/
Opening Hours: 11:00 - 22:00

• 41 Ky Dong, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
• 86B Song Hanh, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 0909 182 628
Website: https://gochuevn.com/
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/gochuekydong

Whether you wander far and wide, savoring the most luxurious or expensive dishes, nothing can compare to the flavor of your homeland. As a proud child of Vietnam, you can confidently say that you've experienced the unique charm of Vietnamese cuisine. Whether you're a novice or a connoisseur, don't forget to visit Lantern Bistro. This place will offer you amazing experiences and evoke nostalgic memories of a bygone era. Lantern Bistro is an outstanding Vietnamese restaurant, acclaimed by a diverse array of local and international diners. The food at Lantern Bistro is neither elaborate nor ordinary; it's traditional Vietnamese cuisine presented with a unique twist that captures the essence of Vietnamese flavors. Here, you'll satisfy your taste buds with exquisitely prepared dishes and a harmonious blend of spices.

As for the ambiance, true to its name, Lantern Bistro is adorned with simple yet harmonious decor, highlighted by colorful lanterns of various sizes that create a beautiful and impressive sight. Customers who have visited remember the image of these sparkling lanterns. Lantern Bistro doesn't just captivate customers with its food; it also leaves a distinctive mark in their hearts. Take the time to visit Lantern Bistro and enjoy moments of relaxation with friends and family.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address: 130 Nguyen Trai, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0909 949 183
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.lanternbistro.com/
Fanpage: www.facebook.com/lanternbistro/
Opening Hours: 11:00 - 22:00

• 91B2 Pham Van Hai, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City
• 01 Huyen Tran Cong Chua, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• 824/28Q Su Van Hanh, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City

Website: https://nhahangmonanngon.vn/
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/DeliciousCuisineHouse2019
Opening hours: 06:00 - 22:00