Stella

Rising from the ranks in the chaotic yet lively backpacker’s area, Stella has a dining/coffee area on the ground floor and upstairs is a lounge and sports bar. The typical casual vibe of the neighborhood, however, is appropriately echoed. If you can stay out of air con comfort, from the ground floor

La habana

Apart from good gastronomical work, La Habana is a lovely work of Latin-inspired concept realization. Though quite humble in size, it is highly favored for the airy and cheery décor on both floors inside and a romantic garden style setting in the open-air patio in the back. The setting is kept simple

Vasco's

This spot – one of Saigon’s most popular – is a chic restaurant by day and a hopping lounge and nightclub after dark. Situated in a gorgeous colonial-style house, Vasco’s offers a range of experiences: enjoy food and drinks in the courtyard of a former opium refinery, relax into one of the deep

Warda

Secluded into a petite lovely alley lined with colonial-style houses right in the heart of the bustling Saigon, Warda is an intimate spot where you can find a pleasant décor and great Mediterranean drinks and food. Early birds often grab outdoor tables set in the little yard under a patterned canopy.

The sushi bar

Open in 1999, The Sushi Bar remains one of the top favorites of Saigonese, locals and expats alike. With bright lighting contrasting with dark wood furniture, the place wears a Japanese classic-modern fusion look. A big part of what keeps drawing clients back is the relaxing and fun filled vibe easily

Le Jardin

The breezy and charming Le Jardin is always a perfect choice for intimate dining. Whether it’s the lovely sunlit garden setting outside with light furniture on the gravels or the cozy warmly lit dining area inside that you choose to sit, the ambiance is light hearted and relaxing. As a whole, the place

Scoozi

If your mind just echoes non-stop ‘pizzaaa’, you’d better consider Snooze, the only strict gourmet pizzeria in town. Right at the front is the fire-wood oven set in a small open kitchen built from wood and red bricks. Best to sit in the outdoor deck looking out to the quiet street, or head to the

The Amber room

A perfect place for any private plan, from a private party, special event, to a refreshing cocktail, a good coffee, a glass of wine, lunch or a refined evening snack. A cozy yet chic ambiance, soft lighting, and nice furnishings create a luxurious atmosphere. Then the night falls, the funky tunes

Hideaway Cafe

As the name implies, this quaint café – restaurant is hidden down an alleyway in the cast of a quaint colonial style building with a serene leafy courtyard. The inside is kept in aesthetic minimalism, whether in the dining area or in the casual living-room style lounge upstairs. You can also choose

K-Cafe Bistro

Open in 2002, this French-owned bistro in backpacker’s area is a cheery spot where many expats (to no one’s surprise, most are French) choose to frequent. Though small and simple in setting, the place is always filled with a light-hearted cheery vibe and frenzy bar talks

Mekong Merchant

Set in a mellow courtyard in the quiet An Phu, Mekong Merchant is a place to have a nice unrushed meal or linger for a coffee conversation. Very friendly staff and laid-back atmosphere join with quality food to make it a hassle-free peaceful dining venue, especially for family.

Hoa Tuc

The beauty of Hoa Tuc - which translates as Opium Poppy - is both in its concept and its execution. Contemporary Vietnamese cuisine is offered in a beautiful, unusual setting that takes its inspiration from Art Deco, Art Nouveau, and the site's original purpose as Saigon's legal opium manufacture of

Au Parc

Au Parc is a coffee shop, restaurant and delicatessen featuring Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours. They are serious about the term Mediterranean here, they don't just mean Southern France and Italian delicacies, their diverse menu includes cuisine from Turkey, Cyprus, Syria, Lebanon, Egypt, Tunisia,

Augustin

Est. before 1975 as the first French restaurant in Vietnam, Augustin started as a small family run eatery. Till now, this lively petite bistro still remains a favorite to mostly expats. Setting is simple and as much homely and friendly as the wait staff, who speaks both French and English.