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ABC Restaurant
A trendy joint for tasty late-night chow, ABC has indoor and outdoor seating and an extensive menu - from noodle soup and fresh seafood to juicy steaks.
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Akbar Ali
Popular with the Indian expat community, Akbar Ali serves up authentic Indian cuisine to the backdrop of a Bollywood video playing discreetly overhead. You'll also find colourful artwork on the walls and friendly service.
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Asian Kitchen
This small, bamboo-walled eatery serves tasty dishes of Indian, Japanese and vegetarian provenance. A few al fresco tables on the mosaic patio in front.
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Au Lac do Brasil
For a taste of Brazil head to Au Lac do Brasil. Decked out with photos of Brazilian cities and colourful Carnaval-themed paintings, this churrascaria (barbecue restaurant) serves all-you-can-eat steak (and 11 other cuts of meat), just like you'll find in Rio.
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Au Manoir de Khai
This five-star French restaurant is set in picturesque villa with a lush courtyard and a lavish interior. It was opened by the Vietnamese fashion guru Khai (the brains behind Khai Silk and a string of other superb restaurants and hotels in Vietnam).
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Augustin
Ho Chi Minh City has an astounding range of great French eateries, but many consider this Saigon's best French restaurant in the cheaper bracket. It serves great bistro-style food to a mixed crowd of travellers and locals.
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Banh Xeo 46A
Banh xeo, the Vietnamese rice-flour crêpe stuffed with bean sprouts, prawns and pork (there's also a vegetarian version), has been known to induce swoons of gastronomic delight among certain visitors. Come here to try some of the best banh xeo in HCMC.
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Bi Bi
The bright Mediterranean décor at Bi Bi creates a pleasant atmosphere for enjoying casual French bistro fare.
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Bia Tuoi Pacific
Tucked down an alley, this spacious traditional eatery overlooks several other similar restaurants. Snag a table on the terrace and enjoy fresh crab - one of many seafood specialities.
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Bobby Brewers
This multilevel café shows free movies throughout the week. The menu features coffees, fresh juices, sandwiches, burgers and salads. Free delivery in district 1 ( US$3 minimum).
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Brodard Café
This Parisian-style oldie but goodie is known for good café food at OK prices.
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Café Zoom
This buzzy little place has lots of Vespa style and serves Vietnamese and foreign fare to an equally eclectic crowd.
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Camargue
The menu at this Saigon favourite includes a variety of gourmet dishes complemented by a well-appointed wine list. Great for a romantic dinner.
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Chez Guido
The city's markets and street stalls are a great place to assemble a fresh meal. If you don't feel like going anywhere, Chez Guido delivers, fast (even wines and desserts)! The menu offers a mind-boggling cornucopia of international cuisine but specialises in Italian food. Download a menu online.
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Ciao Café
Set with some lovely tile floors and a lavish wood interior, this is a choice place to sip dark, rich coffee and while away the day with a good book.
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Com Gia Dong Nguyen
Specialises in tasty roast chicken with rice ( com ga ).
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DEsignED Café
Lunching here on gourmet European and Vietnamese dishes is like dining in a museum café. In fact, upstairs it's an interior design gallery; if you're into Pop Art and sleek Lucite furniture, this is the place for you.
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Dinh Y
Across the road from Thai Binh Market, Dinh Y is run by a friendly Cao Dai family. It serves inexpensive and delicious veggie fare, and has an English menu. The noodle soups are savoury and satisfying.
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Eden
This multilevel spot has red lanterns over the bar, a cosy, inviting vibe and waiting staff dressed in shimmery red ao dai (silk tunic and trousers). Huge menu with all the Asian accents, with tastier fare than neighbouring joints can offer.
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Encore Angkor Plus
Angkor Encore serves wonderful Khmer, Vietnamese and other Asian cuisine with a touch of French influence. Good service, and a new central, yet tucked away location, make this a haven of pretty decor and authentic flavours.
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Fanny
Set in an attractive French villa with brick patio, Fanny creates excellent Franco-Vietnamese ice cream of many sublime tropical fruit flavours (try the durian or litchi). Wi-fi access.
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Gallery Deli
This atmospheric café has colourful artwork lining the walls (all for sale) and prepares tasty snacks and light meals. Internet available ( US$2 per hour).
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Gartenstadt
This cosy little place makes its own bread and German sausages.
