Ho Chi Minh City Restaurants

  1. 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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  2. Akatonbo

    Excellent Japanese food and a picture menu.

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  3. 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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  4. Ashoka

    Moderately priced Indian place, with a lunch buffet and halal food.

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  5. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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  11. Bi Bi

    The bright Mediterranean décor at Bi Bi creates a pleasant atmosphere for enjoying casual French bistro fare.

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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. Brodard Café

    This Parisian-style oldie but goodie is known for good café food at OK prices.

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  16. 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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  17. 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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  19. 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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  20. 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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  21. Com Gia Dong Nguyen

    Specialises in tasty roast chicken with rice ( com ga ).

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  22. 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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  23. 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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  25. 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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  26. 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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  27. 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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  28. 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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  29. Gartenstadt

    This cosy little place makes its own bread and German sausages.

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