Top 10 restaurants to see and enjoy Ho chi Minh city best price

Cuc Gach Quan

This small villa-turned-restaurant garnered notice when Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt popped in for a meal a few years ago. The menu is awesome one, offering myriad traditional Vietnamese dishes—you get the sense that they didn’t want to leave any one dish off. If you’re feeling too overwhelmed by the choices, just let the restaurant staff guide you.

The Deck

Escape the hustle and bustle of Vietnam’ largest city at this hip riverside restaurant. The Deck is about a 20-minute drive for the city center, but can also be reached by boat. Its lush courtyard is filled with comfy daybeds. Be sure to nab a spot at the front of the restaurant overlooking the river for the best views (it’s best to book in advance). The food is a modern, delicious take on Asian cuisine, and the cocktail and wine list is top notch too.

Chill Skybar

After a busy day of sightseeing, head to the 26th floor of the AB tower to take in the view of the HCMC skyline. Sit at the bar to observe the bartenders’ cocktail-making skills firsthand while admiring the bright lights from the streets below. It’s best to come for a pre-dinner drink, when the vibe is more relaxed, before the crowds descend for a party.

Luc Binh

This riverside restaurant is located at the boutique hotel An Lam Saigon, which is worth a visit even if you’re not staying there. A speedboat goes from the city center straight to the hotel’s pier, and takes about 20 minutes. It’s the perfect spot for a leisurely lunch while watching the Saigon River flow. The food is a fabulous hybrid of Vietnamese and international dishes, made using local organic

Au Parc

This lovely café is located in a beautiful colonial building that overlooks a park. Au Parc serves Vietnamese food fast and fresh, but the breakfast menu has an international bent, with platters inspired by California (granola and yogurt), Turkey (hummus and feta cheese), and Switzerland (museli and fruit).

Mieu Noi

The name of this serene temple translates to “floating pearl temple,” and it’s an especially accurate moniker, considering that its reachable only by boat. The space is wonderfully peaceful and quiet, and there’s a chance you’ll be the only visitor. The temple is filled with brightly colored statues and sculptures of dragons, with the added charm of river life passing by.

The Refinery

A go-to spot for expats, The Refinery is a classic French-style bistro and wine bar located in an old opium refinery. This courtyard setting, paired with a glass of white wine and tuna tartare, feels like a touch of Paris in the heart of Vietnam’s largest city.