Saigon's fine-dining scene, rich with flavors and creativity, offers a paradise for food lovers with modern twists on Vietnamese classics and a selection of international cuisines.
This Restaurant Month, co-hosted by Vietcetera and Mastercard as part of Flavors Vietnam 2024, will explore some of the must-visit destinations, each unique in its dedication to culinary excellence. This is an exclusive event for Mastercard holders, offering a 25% discount.
Here is a look into Restaurant Month’s selected lists, starting with 7 first-rate fine-dining restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City.
Nén Light
Despite being in operation for nearly three years, Nén Light has earned a spot on the Michelin Selected list twice in a row.
What sets Nén Light apart is how they weave storytelling into their cuisine, highlighting distinctive Vietnamese ingredients. Its carefully crafted Sto:ry Menu not only showcases exceptional culinary skills but also carries a unique narrative that takes guests on a journey across Vietnam.
With the ambiance brought by the harmony of shadows, lighting, sound, and design, Nén Light is an ideal site for an amazing wining and dining experience.
Basic Information
Address: 122/2 Tran Dinh Xu St., Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1
Contact: 0898 990 806
Opening hours: Everyday, 18:00-23:00 (Last Order 21:30)
The Monkey Gallery DINING
As part of dining experience at The Monkey Gallery, The Monkey Gallery DINING is a modern art gallery with culinary masterpieces.
The DINING area fits 12 seats with 7 chef's table seats and a Private Gallery, all designed for the best comfort to enjoy the chef’s creativity.
Established by three “chief monkeys,” all born under the Year of the Monkey, the Monkey Gallery DINING has received Michelin-selected awards for 2023 and 2024, the Best 50 Discovery award, and Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2023.
The DININD area locates on the third-floor , where Chef Hậu Trần creates his exquisite set menus, while on the ground-floor lies Monkey Gallery DESSERT BAR, where Pastry Chef Thiên Hạnh brings her meticulously prepared sweets and beverages.
Basic Information
Address: 3rd Floor, 91 Mac Thi Buoi St., Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Opening hours: Mon - Sun, 11:30 - 13:30 | 18:00 - 20:30 (Close on Wednesday)
ORYZ
ORYZ is a zen-like space with a minimalist design. They use wood to create a cozy feeling and thoughtfully arrange the tables to balance between intimacy and privacy. ORYZ has an open kitchen where Chef Chris Fong and his culinary team make dishes rooted in Eastern Asia, with 90% of ingredients locally sourced.
From the South of the Malay Peninsula to the Orient of East Asia, ORYZ’s menu showcases carefully aged, cured, and fermented ingredients. Particularly, the "Nanyang" menu, inspired by the local cuisine of Penang, delivers a gastronomic experience that brings Southeast Asia’s flavors to life.
Basic Information
Address: 51 Tran Nhat Duat St., Tan Dinh Ward, District 1
Opening hours: Tue - Sun, 05:30 PM - 11:30 PM
The Truffle Restaurant
The Truffle Restaurant at Landmark 81 offers a high-class dining experience focused on French-inspired cuisine, crafted by Pierrick Maire, one of the world's top chefs with one Michelin star.
Every two months, the menu evolves to offer fresh dishes, adapting to seasonal availability and guests' requests. Diners can choose à la carte selections or set menus, each thoughtfully paired with fine wines for a complete experience.
The Truffle Restaurant offers four main set menus: Elegant, Sea Inspiration, Black Truffle, and Degustation Set. Each menu features dishes made with top-quality imported ingredients such as white Alba truffle, Japanese sea urchin, Caviar, foie gras, Kobe beef.
Basic Information
Address: 73rd Floor, Landmark 81, Vinhomes Tan Cang, Binh Thanh District
Opening hours: Tue - Sun | 17:00-22:00 (Close on Monday)
AnAn Saigon
Led by Chef Peter Cuong Franklin, Anan Saigon is the first restaurant awarded one MICHELIN Star in Ho Chi Minh City. Located in the vibrant Chợ Cũ market and housed in a traditional 'tube house,' it offers dishes based on authentic street food recipes, using modern cooking techniques
Anan offers two tasting menus: Chef’s tasting menu and Saigon tasting menu, along with an à la carte menu of signature dishes that showcase Chef Peter’s New Vietnamese Cuisine. Whether you order the fresh tuna tartare, a roasted duck-mozzarella-herb mini pizza, or bone marrow Wagyu beef phở, every dish promises a masterclass of well-balanced flavors and textures.
Basic Information
Address: 89 Ton That Dam St., Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Opening hours: Tue - Sun, 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Lüne Restaurant & Bar
Lüne Restaurant offers a modern French dining experience crafted by Chef Adrien Guenzi, who combines French techniques with Vietnamese influences. Inspired by the tranquility of the moon (Lüne means moon), the restaurant provides a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. Neutral tones, marble flooring, and soft lighting create a welcoming ambiance, while well-set tables and comfortable chairs add a touch of luxury.
The menu highlights a balance of complexity and simplicity. From potato foam with saffron, pickled radish, or Escargots with mushroom purée, you can always find the classics in line with modern aesthetics. Lüne also offers a curated cocktail list and carefully selected wines, enhancing the upscale dining experience.
Basic Information
Address: 17/14 Le Thanh Ton St., Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Contact: 028 7777 2022
Opening hours: Mon - Sat, 11:30 - 14:00 | 17:00 - 22:30
Le Corto
Le Corto comes highly recommended for its exceptional French cuisine, where the value is evident through the attentive service and culinary surprises that justify the price. Highlighted by soft lighting, dark decor, and live saxophone music, Le Corto creates an intimate ambiance and a romantic setting that guests adore.
Wherever you look on the menu, it is filled with the quintessential ingredients and terminology found in all high-quality French bistros: foie gras, veal, duck leg, truffle, souffle, parfait, or confit. The Beef Wellington and Lobster Lasagna stand out as particular favorites diners should try in Le Corto.
Basic Information
Address: 5D Nguyen Sieu St., Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Contact: 028 3822 0671
Opening hours:
- Sun - Fri | 11:15 - 15:00, 17:30 - 23:00
- Sat | 17:30 - 23:00
P’ti Saigon
Led by the French chef Sakal Phoeung, who had over-25-year experience with the Accord Group and the Sofitel, P’ti Saigon is renowned for its French cuisine.
Located in a small alley in Thao Dien, P’ti Saigon is a great place to relax or entertain with friends and partners. P’ti Saigon will take diners on a journey to the Provence region of France through its French interior setting and the soft music played at a moderate volume, true to French elegance.
Basic Information
Address: 52 Ngo Quang Huy St., Thao Dien Ward, District 2
Opening hours: Everyday: 11:00 - 15:00 | 18:00 - 22:00
Flavors Vietnam 2024, a partnership between Vietcetera and Mastercard, is a five-month long celebration of Vietnam's F&B scene. An annual occurrence since 2018, this year's theme is focused on “Crafting shared culinary experiences.”
Flavors Vietnam 2024 invites Mastercard holders to enjoy Restaurant Month, a four-week event running from 15 November to 15 December. During this exclusive period, Mastercard holders can experience fine dining and upscale casual restaurants across Ho Chi Minh City with a 25% discount.
Visit our website to learn more about the program and make reservations.