Italian style with steak and ribs too!

Italian pasta and wood fired crusty pizzas. BBQ steak and spare rib dishes are also popular. Three locations in HCMC, also at 21 Mac Dinh Chi(D1) and My Toan 3(D7). Frequent diner card discounts.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38233408 ]

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Casual lounge style bar in downtown area.

Alibi has a pleasant courtyard out front with a comfortable, casual lounge bar interior. Relax back listening to cool latin sounds. Quality atmosphere without being too expensive.

      
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A longtime favorite of many recently reopened in this location

Allez Boo has been around for a long time under different guises in various locations. Reopened in August on the corner of De Tham and Pham Ngu Lao its prominent position and popularity returns. Street level al Fresco bar, air-con bar upstairs with top level balcony bar. Music is always pumping. Drinks and food priced a bit above average but Allez Boo will attract punters again.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 32915424 ]
[ info@allezboo.com,  ]

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" Decor okay, very noisy at street level so moved up to airconditioned bar. Service quite good but drink prices a bit high for the area. Moved on to another bar later."
- Gary And Jane, Scotland, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )

" New location gets busy downstairs, bar upstairs okay to watch people go by. Drinks are a bit more expensive than other nearby places. Staff a bit pushy!"
- Sarah H, Bangkok, Thailand, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )

Popular Indian cuisine with a central city following.

A recent revamp of this restaurant has added interest. Popular with Indian cuisine lovers and prices are still very reasonable. Ashoka has always had a reputation for good clean food, good service and excellent value for money.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38231372 ]

Al fresco Asian BBQ experience, great fun and inexpensive.

This large open garden area located on the corner of Le Thanh Ton and Nam Khoi Nghia has recently had a major revamp. each table has gas BBQ grill on which you can cook your selection of seafood, meat and vegetable skewers. Good range of local fish and fresh seafood. For the meat lovers there are the usual beef, pork, chicken with added delicacies such as wild pig and more exotic dishes. Good price, select and cook what you like. great for family feasting.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38233340 ]

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" Large outdoor setting is pleasant. Kids just loved cooking their own food on the table BBQ. Excellent range of skewers, seafood was fresh. Good family place. Prices reasonable."
- Dave F And Family, Melbourne, ( Thu 18 Sep 2008 )

" Based on the above I took my wife and 6 yr daughter to Barbecue Garden and had a very nice meal. Sarah loved cooking her squid. Fish was excellent and fresh. Good place."
- Jack, Mary & Sarah, Brisbane, ( Wed 24 Sep 2008 )

Czech beerhouse and restaurant.

A typical European beerhall decorated in timber and brew equipment. TV screens to watch sport. Dark and blond beers served from 80,000 VND per litre. Full menu of Vietnamese dishes.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3824 8619 ]
[ www.biatuoitiepvn.com,  ]

Typical French flair in this eatery.

The focus on French Mediterranean cuisine gives this established restaurant a well deserved reputation.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38242487 ]

A popular sushi, sandwich and burger cafe.

The great provider of Euro sandwiches, burgers and an always great range of Japanese sushi. Good weekend lunch place for local residents. Excellent value for money. Catering and delivery available.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38292055 ]

Now open in An Phu, a popular sushi, sandwich and burger restaurant.

Black Cat recently opened its An Phu branch to continue the great provider of Euro sandwiches, burgers and an always great range of Japanese sushi. Good weekend lunch place for local residents. Excellent value for money. Catering and delivery available.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38989837 ]

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New bar on the block, just off Le Thanh Ton in the revamped entertainment area. Upmarket and friendly.

New bar on the block, just off Le Thanh Ton in the revamped entertainment area. Upmarket decor, comfortable lounge bar downstairs, lounge upstairs. French owners and good staff. Happy hour draft beers until 9pm daily. Good food selection. Music, darts. Has live music some nights from 9pm.

      
[ Alexandre Huynh, Tel: (84.8) 3829 1483, Mob: 090 272 3853 ]
[ huynh777@gmail.com,  ]

Riverside restaurant serving a good range of local seafoods, burgers, fish & chips and other favorites.

Riverside restaurant serving a good range of local seafoods, burgers, fish & chips and other favorites. Shaded tables on large outdoor deck area with smaller indoor dining area. Located in APSC compound.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 37446790 ]

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Boathouse's sister take-away service.

This take-away and delivery service offers coffeee, juices, sandwiches, burgers, chips, pre-packaged salads, rotisserie roasted chickens and other popular meals.

      
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Reastaurant with good Western food selection at reasonable prices

Hotel location recently upgraded to include Bodega restaurant. Range of drinks, wines, pizza, pasta, asian dishes, burgers and sandwiches.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3838 6333 ]
[ bodegasaigon@vnn.vn,  ]

Large sports bar in Pham Ngu Lau

At long last the Pham Ngu Lao area has a dedicated sports bar with the recent opening of Boston Pizza Sports Bar. Located near the end of Chua An Lae and Bui Vien (28/2 - 28/4 Bui Vien) this street and underground bar should become a popular venue for sports enthusiasts looking for a larger air conditioned sports bar, some good food, and a comfortable venue to meet up with your friends.

Happy hours, Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm, have Toger draught beer at 22,000 VND. Thursday 3pm - 10pm is Ladies Night with 2 for 1 coktails for ladies, with special meal deals on Monday, 3pm-10pm, 2 for 1 gourmet pizzas, and on Tuesday 3pm - 10pm, tasty chicken wings at 5000 VND each.

Being located within hotel premises, Boston Sports Bar is able to offer longer opening hours, (6am to 3am daily) so no excuses in not being able to see early morning football or international sporting events. Most live sports will be screened, so check out their daily screening schedule or request your preferences. While there, why not have a bite to eat. Boston's gourmet pizzas and pastas, burgers, sandwiches and bar snacks are available. English style breakfast served from 6.30am every day.

      
[ Eddie, , Mob: 090 3048983 ]

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" Nice new sports bar in Backpacker area. Air conditioned, clean, good food and conveniently located. Worth a visit."
- Peter, Australia, ( Thu 8 Apr 2010 )

Small restaurant with good reputation of English chef.

One of many eateries along this small street, Bread & Butter offers English breakfasts, a variety of meals and some great burgers. Ideal for a snack or something more substantial. Small downstairs bar wit main restaurant upstairs.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38368452 ]

Popular casual lounge bar and bistro.

The Buddha is a comfortable restaurant serving good meals and drinks. Now offering live music every Saturday from 8pm to 11pm., planning to be extended to Monday thru Thursday later in October.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 37442080 ]
[ info@buddhasaigon.com,  ]

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Provides extensive Vietnamese buffet cuisine daily.

Select from numerous local dishes that typify good Vietnamese cuisine.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38291516 ]
[ bongsenhotel@bongsencorporation.com.vn,  ]

Traditional Hue noodle soups, flavourful fast food.

Take staple noodle dishes and dress them up with elegant simplicity and you have two excellent fast food noodle restaurants. Bun Bo serve traditional Hue style thick rice noodles with beef or pork for tasty and surprisingly filling meals. Also located at 28 Cao Ba Quat, D1.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38215813 ]
[ info@bunboxu.com,  ]

Elegant yet affordable Vietnamese and international cuisine.

What used to be the street level entrance foyer to On The 6 upstairs, is now a very stylish bistro style restaurant. Serving local Vietnamese specialties as well as seafood and international favorites. Happy hour from 5pm to 7pm daily.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38238866 ]

Tasty Italian fare has built a strong following.

Wood fired pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, Euro burgers and fine salads are popular favorites here. Tasty food at reasonable prices. Second Cafe now located as Vascos, courtyard at 74 Hai Ba Trung in the city.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 35123888 ]
[ cafeevita@hcm.fpt.vn,  ]

Right in the heart of the city

Centro has live music, good food and wine. Conveniently located right in the heart of the city adjacent to the Opera House.

      
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An elegant and romantic restaurant bar with one of the best wine lists.

Notable for one of the best international wine lists around where you can select from over 250 imported quality wines. The surroundings are elegant and attracts a selection of expats, wealthy locals and guests from nearby top hotels. Also offers a cigar room adjacent.

      
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Shabu hot pot and other popular Japanese cuisine specialties

The seafood or beef shabu shabu hot pots are the house specialty at Chao Pot. Along with a good range of noodles, meat, vegetarian dishes across popular Japanese cooking styles this restaurant has grown a good following from residents in District 7 and from further afield. Good international wine list also.

      
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Chinese cuisine specialising in traditional hot-pots

A mid market Chinese restaurant that complements its traditional Korean hot-pot menus with BBQ style dishes and sushi. Cook at your table to have some fun and feast on the extensive and tasty menu offerings. Excellent value.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38322352 ]

Informal Thai restaurant in heart of backpackers area.

Small Thai restaurant in Backpackers area is fast becoming popular for its seafood, pad thai, green curries and other authentic Thai dishes. Extensive Asia menu. Open until 11.30pm daily.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3837 1311 ]

Cuisine themes complement this bistro experience.

Indulge yourself in a steak experience, enjoy popular food promotions such as an Australian Oyster seafood experience, accompanied by a selection of fine imported wines.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38295368 ]
[ corsobistro@norfolkhotel.com.vn,  ]

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Quiet up-market lounge great for private parties.

Getting its name from the cranberry red furnishings, this lounge bar is a great place for you and a party of friends to enjoy, drinks, cocktails, and draught beers from frosted mugs.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 39140991 ]

Beautifully decorated up market Vietnamese cuisine.

Away from the bustle of the city street Crown has a peaceful elegance. Subdued colours, shuttered windows, indoor and courtyard dining. The cuisine is typically Vietnamese with set menu luncheons from about 140,000 VND while individual main courses are priced around 80,000 VND. Weekend entertainment is also locally provided Vietnamese musicians.

      
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Recent addition to top quality French restaurants in the city.

French chef Thierry Raczkosky provides a range of traditional French dishes. Wonderful salmon fillet, onion soup and typically luscious deserts. The location is in a tastefully decorated home with oil paintings, silk fabrics creating a quiet refuge. Or sit out on the balcony and watch the street life along Nguyen Thiep, Nguyen Hue and Dong Khoi below.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38296688 ]

Popular dim sum Chinese eatery right in the center of town.

This large Chinese no-frills eatery is open for lunch and diner and is most popular for its dim sum and wide range of other dishes. Sometimes crowded with locals who know a good place to eat. Open to 2am. All the usual Chinese dishes and reasonably priced for a geed meal.

      
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Fine dining at the best beef restaurant in town.

With a recommended fine food menu, the finest wines, Dragons nest is the only Gold Certified Black Angus beef restaurant in Vietnam.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 62712072 ]
[ info@dragonsnest.com.vn,  ]

All you can eat Dim Sum weekend breakfasts for 110,000 VND

The Dynasty restaurant located in the New World Hotel offers regular Saturday and Sunday Dim Sum breakfasts. All you can eat for 110,000 VND per person. Choose from over 40 different dim sum dishes, buns and rice noodle rolls. From 7am tp 11am.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 333388 e ]

South Indian cuisine and Malaysian favorites on the menu.

With two popular restaurants in Mui Ne and Hoi An, restauranteur Raj Kharel now opens his third success. South Indian dishes include excellent meat curries, kebabs and popular Tamil-Malay dishes provide a great menu.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38223017 ]

Saigons' original German restaurant and bierkeller.

This small bar on Dong Khoi has a German theme to its surroundings, the cuisine, and to the Krombacher beer on tap. While the imported beers are naturally on the expensive side, happy hour specials are offered on local beers and other draught beer. The food menu is European with a distinct German style.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38223623 ]
[ gartenstadt@vtplimited.com,  ]

Neon bar in backpackers area, traveler zone favorite.

On the corner of De Tham and Bui Vien, GO2 is a multi level entertainment venue. The pavement seating and bar area is great for relaxing and watching the world pass by. Pooltable. Upstairs is a popular late night DJ music and dance area with a casual BBQ restaurant located on the rooftop level. Colourful!

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38322389 ]

Well known Lonely Planet listed cafe restaurant.

Popular local restaurant offers a range of Asian and Italian food. Thin crust pizza, pasta plus some local dishes. Food delivery.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38371894 ]

Hard Rock Cafe comes to Saigon

All the usual great decor, food and fun you expect from this franchise is now available in Saigon.

      
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Traditional Vietnamese restaurant located in popular central city refinery courtyard.

Hoa Tuc offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine well presented and well priced. Staff are knowledgeable and surroundings pleasant. Located in the central city Refinery courtyard off Hai Ba Trung street this is a popular visitors eatery area.

      
[ , Mob: 0908196261 ]

Vietnamese cuisine at its finest.

Traditional Vietnamese cuisine in a traditional home atmosphere. The theme is imperial luxury and quality. Open for diner only from 5.30pm daily. Bookings essential.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38237694 ]
[ hoian.hcm@hcm.fpt.vn,  ]

Dim Sum all day long in this attractive venue.

If you fancy dim sum you can choose from over 30 different offerings all day long from 25,000 VND each. Traditional Chinese dishes abound with Peking Duck, Shark Fin specialties.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38237799 ]

Beautiful dining room decor backed by great food from top Hong Kong chef.

From the daily dim sum lunch buffet through to the wide range of traditional Chinese dishes this is an excellent restaurant and very reasonably priced.

      
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City meeting point with Italian style menu.

Comfortable upstairs restaurant with balcony area popular for afternoon drinks. Meeting bar downstairs. menu is heavily gourmet pizza, pasta with an assortment of Asian and International dishes. Salmon steaks, lamb shanks, and fillet steaks for the hungry. Monday and Thursday 2-for-1 pizza deal, and variety of Sunday specials.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38229925 ]

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Slick restaurant in relaxed courtyard setting.

Classy modern restaurant with great selection of food and wine. Seats 50 people, nice decor, with alfresco outdoor pation area outside. Popular entertainment area.

      
[ Glen Murphy, Tel: (84.8) (08) 3827 0931 ]

Large sports bar with music and entertainment

Sourcing its theme and decor from typical up-market New York sports bars, this new venue will provide Vietnamese locals and ex-pats an all-inclusive entertainment venue with space to spare. Satelite sport channels with 30 tvs. Finger licking food with cold drafts of beer. Good music with friendly staff. Large game area with many selection of games. Located just north of Cathedral Square and roundabout it's still convenient for city revellers.

Comfortable sofas abound in this massive bar. Three serving bars as well as a bistro, indoor brick barbecue, magazines, free high speed wifi, and the DJ pumping out just the music you like. Pool table, darts and games to keep you busy. For the extremely energetic, why not try out the rock climbing wall outside!

Food selection ranges from sandwiches and burgers to bar snacks such as fries or wedges. San Miguel on draught at 39,000 VND, with a full range of bottled beers. Iced coffees 28,000 VND, great range of coffees and teas, plus a range of liqueur coffees to get your party night off to a great start.

      
[ James Do, Tel: (84.8) 38257900, Mob: 090 932 0291 ]
[ jdo@totalsportny.com,  ]

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" This is a large bar, very comfortable sofas, great coffees and food. Music is pumping and a great bar to get together with your friends at the end of the week."
- Malc, Melbourne, ( Mon 20 Jul 2009 )

Best value for your money French bistro in saigon, serving an authentic and tasteful French cuisine, at the city center heart of tourism district.

Without doubt the best value for your money in the whole town. You will find here high quality dishes, cooked before you (no bull!) at very competitive price, with good serving, without sacrificing the quality in a nice French bistro atmosphere. what else can you ask for? Down-to-hearth and very good atmosphere at the bar during the French "aperitif".

      
[ Paul Euvrard, Tel: (84.8) 39134673, Mob: 0903852956 ]
[ contact@kcafevietnam.com,  ]

Japanese kaiton formality and casual sushi dining.

Kuru Kuru offers more formal kaiten dining for diner parties as well as popular casual dining. A wide range of sushi dishes and traditional Japanese meals are available.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38243566 ]
[ info@kurukuru.com.vn,  ]

Stylish French bistro with piano jazz Mon, Wed and Sat.

A classic French selection of fish, meat and international dishes. Main courses are all in the 120,000 VND range. This is a stylish gallery atmosphere, retro decor, with live piano jazz music every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday evenings from 8pm.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38214049, Mob: 0903188091 ]

Five star chef at this top French restaurant.

The quality of food prepared by Chef Lap Huynh fully justifies his past glories and his Great Chef Of Asia award in 1996. Cuisine has an international touch to traditional Asian dishes yet is still reasonably priced. Gourmet dining room on first floor.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38297939 ]
[ eliteei@gmail.com,  ]

Mexican cuisine specialist, breakfast meeting place.

la Cantina is a popular breakfast choice, has a good range of mexican dishes as well as pizza, pasta, and local dishes. Average decor but location attracts backpackers and budget hotel travelers. Inexpensive but good food.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 39207252, Mob: 0902799962 ]

Live Latin band music five nights a week

La Habana is a Latin style bar offering live music five nights a week from 8pm. Also venue for salsa and swing dance classes every Tuesday, beginners and intermediate. Email for class details.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38295180 ]
[ salsaigon@gmail.com,  ]

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" Excellent late night music venue, the place jumps with latin, jazz, R&B and attracts locals, expats, and travelers. Great courtyard area. very comfortable. Good dancing."
- Jane H, Kuala Lumpur, ( Wed 17 Sep 2008 )

Ethnic Italian cuisine at its finest.

Authentic Italian cuisine, expansive menu with excellent list of Italian wines. Often have dinner and wine promotions. Free delivery in city.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38231080 ]
[ lahostaria@yahoo.com,  ]

Elegant decor complements excellent Thai cuisine.

The comfortable art decor surroundings make this a pleasant reataurant to search out. Located in an alley off Mac Thi Buoi, the traditional Thai cuisine is carefully prepared. Rooftop dining for a more intimate environment.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3823 7506 ]

Distinctive French atmosphere compliments the quality French / Vietnamese cuisine

A popular restaurant for a relaxed evening out. Enjoy the typically French cuisine along with a good selection of local Vietnamese dishes presented in a similar classic French style. The wine list has to be one of the best in the city. Pleasant and attentive staff.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38999831 ]
[ bordeaux@hcm.vnn.vn,  ]

Fine dining excellence in the European tradition.

Over ten years in HCMC with a reputation for fine dining featuring French and Italian cuisine. Quality service and wonderful European colonial style ambiance this is a total quality experience to impress.

      
[ Alexander Egert, Tel: (84.8) 35204888, Mob: 0903909111 ]
[ camargue@hcm.fpt.vn,  ]

Delightful informal garden setting for a great French lunch or diner.

This restaurant is in a lovely garden setting and is a popular luncheon venue for French locals and Westerners who enjoy a good range of classic French dishes. Reasonably priced with mains from $5 USD. Enjoy the house wine and the atmosphere. Open until 2pm for lunch, diner from 5.30pm and closes relatively early. Closed Sunday.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38258465 ]

Favorite watering hole for many in Pham Ngu Lau.

Le Pub has a reputation for good, clean western food varying between pizza, burgers, and English style pub food. Tuesday quiz night gets people in. Daily cocktail and $1 shooter specials. Vodka Tuesdays and Gin Wednesdays! Noted for its Tuesday Quiz nights.

      
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" Love the cheap cocktails!"
- Sally-anne, Uk, ( Wed 24 Sep 2008 )

Mixing good food and great wine

Local restaurant, part of the Phu Em Group, combines their wine cellar with a quality restaurant. Dishes cover popular Vietnamese fare with a range of international cuisine.

      
[ Ho Anh Vu, Tel: (84.8) 3824 6597 ]
[ letonneau@phuem.com.vn,  ]

Li Bai is extremely dramatic, creating a contemporary, Chinese feel with Vietnamese elements.

Li Bai offers visitors an exclusive experience while enjoying authentic Chinese cuisine. Li Bai offers a famous mix of over 50 dim sum favorites and a selection of traditional Chinese and Cantonese specialties.

      
[ Level 2-sheraton Saigon Hotel, Tel: (84.8) 3827 2828 Ext#1 ]
[ SSHT.Libai@sheraton.com,  ]

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Micro brewery located in city central.

A perhaps over-large bar located in the hotel district of the city next to the Caravelle Hotel. The micro brewery provide some character along with a traditional German Octoberfest style menu. Range of prices from budget upwards.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38238514 ]

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One of the hippest places to be seen late at night.

This modern bar plays lively, and loud, music with a good DJ. A bistro style restaurant out front provides a reasonable menu but most people come here for the music, the young business crowd and the humming late night atmosphere. Not the cheapest place around!

      
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" Truley a disapointment. It is a poor imitation of a hipster late 80's early 90's disco. basically just a place to show off at due to its reputation as being the place to be. Lousy drinks, and tired music that is the same all the time"
- Mike Farron, Hcmc For 15 Years, ( Tue 30 Mar 2010 )

Small sports bar, fully air-cond and good food.

Previously known as Lucky Cafe,this is one of the few all-aircnditioned bars for your comfort. From outside it looks rather small but has a rear bar that is comfortable. Popular bar for travelers watching Euro football, international rugby and cricket. Carlsberg beer on tap. Food menu has pizza, pasta focus with Vietnamese local dishes. Some excellent Japanese and local set menu options. Excellent prices.

      
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" Deceptive from outside. Air con comfort, restaurant & bar at front with sports bar at rear. Friendly staff. FREE WiFi. Good food. Pizzas are good, as are Japanese set menus. Watch football and rugby here. Carlsberg on tap, large Tiger bottles a good buy."
- Malc, New Zealand, ( Sat 13 Sep 2008 )

" Lively little bar when rugby or football games are on. Food good and prices good. Great place when it is raining outside."
- Jack, Southampton, Uk, ( Sun 14 Sep 2008 )

Popular An Phu eatery for international cuisine.

The restaurant that brought international and local cuisine to An Phu that has created quite a following. Rustic style Australian brasserie is popular for weekend brunches. Seafood specialties.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 37444713 ]

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Western food, great steaks and grills.

A large al fresco resco serving the best beef cuts, grilled selections in the area. Adjacent Air-cond cafe there for afternoon drinks and snacks, light meals.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38378084 ]

One of the best Chinese restaurants in the district.

Mings has fast become noted for its fine dining experience. Traditional dishes such as Beijing Duck and Suckling Pig are featured among beautifully prepared delicacies.

      
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Long established American style bar and restaurant.

If you want some of the best steaks, burgers and salads around Mogambos is for you. Solid reputation for American style cuisine with TexMex specialties, and companionable atmosphere.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38251311 ]
[ mogambo@saigonnet.vn,  ]

Unique environment, halal meals and hot, spicy curries.

The Mosque restaurant combines a unique architectural environment with traditional Southern Indian cuisine following Muslim halal styles. Imported spices from Malaysia and Singapore complement local ingredients giving exciting taste experiences. Open 10am to 8pm.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38232159 ]

Spacious restaurant with great northern Indian cuisine.

Located right in the backpacker district Mumtaz provides reasonably priced northern and southern Indian dishes. Dishes include a good range of vegetarian fare, skewers of meat, and curries as hot as you like.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38371767 ]

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New entrant into the upmarket Cafe/Bar scene

Opened on the 9th January 2010, MZ is moving upmarket with slick decor, good music, food and wine. Live bands will get you on the dance floor, very popular with VN people. Wine, drinks and good food menu.

      
[ Kris Goetghebeur, Tel: (84.8) 39255258, Mob: 0909 815 784 ]
[ kris.goetghebeur@m-zing.com,  ]

In true Bavarian style this boutique brewery has the beer and solid dishes to suit a hearty appetite.

German-style beer is brewed onsite in a micro-brewery and served in extra large glasses. The extensive menu is also in hearty German style with a selection of Vietnamese dishes also available.

      
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Popular expat run European sports bar of long standing.

The trademark style of owner Heinz can be seen in the modern decor and long curved bar. Watch your favorite Euro sport on the selection of TV's, play darts or just catch up with friends. Popular expat spot to watch AFL Aussie Rules football.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38256300 ]
[ heinzvn@gmail.com,  ]

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" Lunch menu is good if you want a decent portion along with a cold beer."
- Ian W, Hcmc, ( Thu 19 Nov 2009 )

Famous for its convenient location and it's happy hour!

O'Briens is an Irish / English decor pub popular for after work drinks with a happy hour from 3pm to 7pm daily. Friendly staff will help you through an extensive menu of wood fired pizzas and some English style menu offerings. Typical background music with large screen TV at end of bar when followed sports are on. Excellent efficient staff.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38293198 ]

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Award winning seafood restaurant

Winner of a Guide Award 2006-07 for Seafood this restaurant offers over 100 seafood dishes. Located in a lovely restored villa Ocania is worth a visit.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 39322579 ]

Extraordinary food in an elegant atmosphere. Top quality.

Here French influenced Vietnamese haute-cuisine is impeccably presented by one of Vietnam's most established and internationally famous chefs, Didier Corlou. The exquisite food is complemented by a top quality wine list.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38238866 ]

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Spanish tapas place to get together with friends

Every Wednesday evening from 9.00pm Pacharan is the place to go for half-price mojitos, cocktail specials and live music. An extensive bar and restaurant menu of tapas through to European style cuisine. Excellent steaks. Choice of three levels including casual and formal restaurants with street level bar a great meeting place. Sunday night Paella special!

      
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Vietnamese food with a twist!

Chi Nghia Fine Foods operate this relatively new restaurant not far from the city center in Binh Thanh. The Vietnamese dishes have other exciting Asian and Western influences as the International chef displays their experience and skill. Prices are lower than similar quality restaurants in the city center so Papaya is well worth the visit. Wine list is also good.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 6258 1508 ]

Italian restaurant and garden oasis in the city.

An extensive menu of classic Italian cuisine served in this spacious restaurant with attractive indoor and outdoor settings. The garden is pure tranquility! Outdoor BBQ on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings is popular and good value. Good selection of Italian and international wines. Delivery service available.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38218181 ]
[ pendolasco3@hcm.vnn.vn,  ]

Italian pizza and pasta right in the heart of backpacker district.

located in the heart of the popular Pham Ngu Lau budget hotel area, Pepperonis is famous for its range of pizza and pasta, all-you-can-eat buffets and frequent diner card value. They also deliver.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 39204989 ]

Established sports bar for expat regulars and travelers.

Numerous TV's on the walls and plenty of mirrors make this a popular sports bar for watching rugby, cricket and more. NOW with extra large projection TV. Attracts Aussies, Brits and other travelers interested in sports. Food ranges from bar snacks through to local and western style dishes. Draught beer specials, Tiger 30,000 VND to 7pm daily, 35,000 thereafter. Nice to have a large bar with plenty of space. Play darts too. Get there early when the big games are on!

Food menu is great. A full range of bars snacks from fries, fish & chips, through to great burgers and sandwiches.

Now with the most popular sports screened up on the big screen you get into every bit of the action. Get there early to get a good position to view!

      
[ Steve Hardy, , Mob: 0907 925 442 ]

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" Good place to watch the All Blacks smash the Wallabies, or watch your favorite sport."
- Malc, Wellington, Nz, ( Thu 18 Sep 2008 )

" Nice to have a large open venue. Good sports tv screens."
- Danny, Hcmc, ( Fri 3 Jul 2009 )

Best of the Pho noodle bars providing cheap luncheon meals.

The local Pho noodle soup dishes are quick, clean, tasty and cheap. For less than $2 USD you get a large bowl of noodle soup with your choice of beef meats, add some bean sprouts, onions, spices and chilli and you have a tasty light meal. Pleasant, modern air-conditioned decor and good staff ensures a good experience. Check website for locations.

      
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[ www.pho24.com.vn,  ]

Late night Pho eatery in popular backpackers area.

Another local Pho eatery. Special pho bo kho is beef chunks stewed in red sauce with carrots, onion, chilli served with rice noodles only 18,000 VND.36c20b

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38368515 ]

One of the best genuine Italian restaurants in the city.

      
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Classy wine bar restaurant with Asian tapas and French cuisine.

Another good bar and restaurant recently relocated to Pasteur in the heart of the city. Serves a range of Asian / Vietnamese light dishes through to a hearty range of French style cuisine options. Mid range pricing.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38298430 ]

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Taking the local BBQ and grilling to a fine art.

This rooftop BBQ restaurant offers and extensive menu of beef, chicken, fish, seafood and vegetarian dishes including some more exotic fare such as goats breast, wild boar and fresh king prawns. A popular restaurant with locals it quickly fills most weekends.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38211631 ]

Where seafood lovers meet

The first original Singapore seafood restaurant in the city. Modern, colourfull with excellent range of fresh seafood dishes to temp you. 80,000 VND buffet available.

      
[ Thanh, Tel: (84.8) 39333399, Mob: 0903 871 863 ]
[ dennistranth@yahoo.com,  ]

Upmarket restaurant featuring excellent international cuisine with frequent themed menus.

An excellent top class restaurant for international travelers and business people. The varied menus often have themes to promote regional and international cuisine, top chefs and stylish ambience, right in the heart of the city.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38234999 ]
[ hotel@carravellehotel.vnn.vn,   www.caravellehotel.com ]

Newest Russian restaurant offers surprising good value.

The decor is reminiscent of Peter the Great and the Russian Imperial Arms gives a realistic atmosphere. The large servings are definitely for the hungry. Pork stuffed cabbage, fish dishes, salmon, and hearty beef stroganoff are joined by a range of classic Russian dishes. Prices are reasonable.

      
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Popular An Phu restaurant especially at weekends.

This restaurant has proven to be a popular venue for local residents in the An Phu district noted for its top quality cuisine. All day breakfasts. Buffet brunch on Sundays accompanied by local jazz musicians.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3744 4111 ]

Upscale sports bar, with vista overlooking lively Nguyen Hue Street. All the beers on tap. Wide range of "pub grub" specialising in "grille" items.

Live sports on the big screen TVs, slate pool table, pop-rock music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and new millennium. Conveniently located adjacent to HiFi Niteclub if you want to rock in the evenings.

Extensive Western and Asian style menu, open for lunch and dinner. Look for set lunch specials and attractive offers.

Enjoy the large open area restaurant seating, chat with your friends in cosy booths, or sit around the bar and catch all the live sports action. Take in the view from the large windows overlooking Nguyen Hue Boulevard.

      
[ Tim, Tel: (84.8) 3823 6230 ]

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" Large, modern sports bar, sit at the bar and watch the sports on screen or sit back in a booth with your friends. Good food menu. Links through to HiFi Niteclub. Very pleasant businessmens bar."
- Malc, Melbourne, ( Sat 23 Jan 2010 )

Popular rooftop bar with city views.

The Rex offers a comfortable rooftop bar / restaurant for a relaxed afternoon drink, watching the sunset across the city. Popular for its good value buffets on Friday and Saturday, 7pm to 9pm.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38292185 ]

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Great Authentic Indian Cuisine. One of the best!

This unassuming Indian restaurant deep in the heart of Pham Ngu Lau district serves some of the best Indian dishes in the city. Clean, well prepared dishes of all your favorites. Upstairs lounge and music bar available for groups. Private catering available.

      
[ Johny Singh, Tel: (84.8) 39202382, Mob: 0903151466 ]

Traditional Japanese cuisine, authentic experience.

A full range of traditional Japanese dishes offered including typanyaki style cooking at group tables.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38243292 ]

Offers the first real display kitchen concept which evolving into inventive shows that combine trends in both the kitchen and cuisine.

Guest can choose to dine a la carte, but especially buffet style is an experience where guest can watch the chefs creating local and international specialties with a dash of drama. Saigon Café also brought the first induction chaffing dishes to Vietnam, a new and innovative way to keep food as crisp and fresh as possible. The Design and layout has brought a new buffet style experience to Vietnam, with large and comfy rattan chairs in the restaurant to really relax and enjoy a fine meal

      
[ Level 1-sheraton Saigon Hotel, Tel: (84.8) 3827 2828 ext.# ]
[ SSHT.Sgcafe@sheraton.com,  ]

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Latest addition to fine dining in the central city.

Opening April 2009

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38230103 ]

Pizza above the ordinary. Takeaway and delivery.

This is a place for authentic Italian pizza's better than ordinary. Four sizes with a good range of classic toppings and some extra spicy offerings too. Medium pizza from 100,000 VND

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38217788 ]

Reputation for great traditional Thai food with seafood specialties.

Surrounded by well designed Thai decor, the dishes are traditional and well prepared. Seafood specialties such as crispy catfish salad, crab, snapper and squid dishes are Thai cuisine at its best.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 39257777 ]

Well established jazz club is a great late night venue to appreciate local jazz.

Since 2004 this jazz club has been at the forefront of jazz and blues in Saigon. A consistent house band lead by noted saxophonist, Tran Manh Tuan, have released numerous CD's and represent some of the top professional musicians the city has to offer. Best nights are Friday and Saturday, though during the week the band often includes other supported local mussos. A late night venue with bands starting after 9pm this is not the cheapest of bars and cocktail prices can be expensive. Also watch out for a $3 USD per head cover charge, so read the outside blackboard for details. Food is limited.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38228472 ]
[ jazz@saxnart.com,   www.saxnart.com ]

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Spicy variety to wood fired pizza. Recommended.

The range of pizza varieties here is above average and should tempt the pizza aficionado. Wood fired pizzas are reasonably priced.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38235795 ]

Good music, good food and great company any night of the week.

Sheridan's is noted for its live bands every night from 8pm. The resident band of locals and expats is regularly joined by other musicians and passing troubadours. Irish music plus a wide range of blues / jazz styles and contemporary sounds. Bar food is good, staff helpful and friendly. Upstairs lounge is great for a group and is regularly used for local darts team matches. TV screens display events largely on request of patrons.

Neil deClaire, the recently appointed chef, is looking forward to satisfying hungry and homesick expats with his good British home-cooked menu. Filling roasts, meaty curries and good pub-grub selections. Vegetarians have not been forgotten with such offerings as mini pesto pancakes and stir-fried tofu or vegetable lasagne. Currently the 160,000 VND roast lunch includes either soup or salad to start, followed by a massive serving of roast meat, gravy, with vegetables. Two choices of roast each day including beef, ham, pork, corned beef, chicken and turkey on special occasions. So if you feel you have had too much rice or noodles then Sheridans is the place to go for a great feed.

      
[ Michael Forsyth, Tel: (84.8) 38230793, Mob: 0913127071 ]
[ sheridans2008@yahoo.com,   www.sheridansvietnam.com ]

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" Food great, band good but expected more Irish music. Had a good time overall."
- Jacky & Tom, London, Uk, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )

The Signature Restaurant- Level 23 is the jewel in the crown of Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers, boasting rooftop indoor and al fresco dining with expansive views of the City and Saigon river.

      
[ Level 23-sheraton Saigon Hotel, Tel: (84.8) 3827 2828 Ext#8 ]
[ SSHT.Signature@sheraton.com,  ]

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Large Asian style eatery attracts a large following from locals.

This is a large Asian / Chinese style eatery where families and groups go to appreciate some of the best chicken rice dishes around. Combinations are varied with dishes very reasonably priced from 20,000 VND upwards.

      
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Quality kebab and Mediterranean food specialist.

Skewers always has patrons. It's range of Mediterranean cuisine offers kebabs, falafel, couscous make for a great evening. Tasty breads and dips. Menu includes range of Italian pastas also. Background music is jazz style. Food delivery available.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38224798 ]

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Fresh steamed dumplings with innovative fillings.

Xu brings you a new dumplings bar great for that lunch stop. Also After Work Dumpling Five, 5 items for $5, 5pm to 7pm. One basket of 4 dumplings of your choice plus one Tsingtao beer, house wine or cocktail.

      
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[ info@steamings.com,  ]

Friendly Danish style bar in the city.

Friendly atmosphere, good range of Danish and German style food, large screen tv's, music. International beer selection.

      
[ Klaus Krogh or Hang, Tel: (84.8) 38274738, Mob: 0903 649304 or  ]
[ stormyp_saigonvn@yahoo.com,  ]

Top sushi menu, Japanese dishes.

The Sushi Bar is exactly that, offering a good range of sushi dishes, wonderful set menu lunch sets all at exceptionally good value for money. From deep fried options to salmon or tuna rolls, roasted eel, clams, octopus plus the freshest fish choices around. Many lunch set options.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38238042 ]

Casual local bar attracting backpacker travelers and expat locals.

Located on lane running between Pham Ngu Lau and Bui Vien this bar is a popular ex-pat and backpacker hangout, casual dining with limited menu serviced from adjacent restaurants. Groups find this a good place to play pool or watch the international football or rugby matches. Aussie, Kiwi and USA expat hangout.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38386304 ]
[ aptravelvietnam@yahoo.com,  ]

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featuring northern Indian dishes at reasonable prices.

Tandor is a well respected Indian restaurant, modern multi-level decor serving a wide range of typical northern Indian dishes as well as a good range of vegetarian items. reasonably priced in fully air conditioned comfort located in the central city close to major hotels.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 39304839 ]

Uncomplicated menu of Vietnamese cuisine in pleasant surroundings.

A range of dishes from around Vietnam are featured with a focus on seafood specialties such as deep fried crab, and prawns in tamarind sauce. An elegant backdrop is provided by the wood and brick decor and the restaurant is a reasonable place to take visitors.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38299244 ]

Grilling some of the best, and thickest, steaks in town.

Wayne's Texas BBQ grills the best steaks, chicken and ribs around. Suitably large portions suiting an American appetite but still at reasonable prices. Only for the hungry!

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 32910478 ]

Franchise operation but offers excellent Asia food focusing on Thai favorites.

Recently established in this area Thai Express is one of 27 franchise branches popular in Australia, New Zealand, China and southeast Asia. While Thai food dominates there are local versions of curries, wraps and noodles. Excellent late night choice for a great snack to keep you going strong.

      
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Fusion food restaurant on the river.

From the partners behind Mekong Merchant, this is a restaurant featuring fusion dishes using very fresh local seafoods. Light, airy location right on the river in An Phu.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3744 6632 ]

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Good inner city breakfast spot

American style bistro featuring a good range of appetisers, soups, salads, sandwiches, mains and deserts. Opens from 7.30am for breakfasts through to 11.00pm.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38214327 ]
[ elbowroom52@yahoo.com,  ]

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A large bistro located in inner city courtyard.

A large bistro located in inner city courtyard The Refinery is a popular meeting place and foodery. Cuisine is light with an emphasis on Euro International styles. Casual bar is good meeting place. Good value for money should suit most budgets. Happy hour 30% off drinks 4pm to 7pm daily.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38230509 ]

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The southern districts most popular pub.

Good western food, monthly BBQ weekend specials, sports on two 42" plasma TV, and occasional live music usually in the form of an expat guitarist. Good service and reasonable prices. First floor patio. @nd floor sports lounge with pool table and darts boards.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 34120867, Mob: 54103900 ]

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Very modern sushi restaurant, casual.

A clean and modern decor along with a good range of sushi dishes make this a nice suburban restaurant. Prices are very reasonable.

      
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Typically French menu with a range of good Vietnamese dishes given the French treatment.

This Ty Cos continues the reputation of its Pasteur parent in a more relaxed and informal location down the lane off Pham Ngu Lau. Roast chicken, seafoods and French staples join popular local dishes.

      
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Relocated and revamped, this contemporary bar has balcony area and large air conditioned bar and restaurant.

Buy 1 get 1 free happy hour from 4pm to 8pm daily. Great menu with burgers popular. Snacks, salads and sandwiches cover lighter meals with fillet steak, schnitzel, lamb shanks and a good range of pizza, pasta and Asian dishes filling the bill for those hungry people. Friday night 9pm gets a latin band playing with a great DJ playing the tunes on Saturday nights. Accessed from the "Refinery" courtyard.

The upstairs balcony overlooking the courtyard makes a relaxing and colourful spot for a pleasant lunch. The set lunch includes either a soup or salad, main course and a dessert for 160,000 VND. There is a good range of mains from burgers and sandwiches, pizzas, salad, schnitzel, fillet steak, beef tournedos wrapped in bacon just to name a few suggestions. Desserts are equally varied and attractive.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38242888 ]
[ vascos@hcm.fpt.vn,  ]

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Popular expat bar downtown, good food, TV sports, Darts

Continuing the decor, service and quality of bars such as M52 and Moon, this local establishment has been an instant hit with expat business people and in-the-know travelers. Clean and comfortable with mezzanine lounge. Excellent food menu. Happy hour drinks until 7pm. Play darts, watch sports, listen to the music and meet good friends.

      
[ Nguyen Thuong, Tel: (84.8) 3915 2836, Mob: 090 826 5691 ]

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Authentic Lebanese cuisine in chic, delightful downtown venue.

This delightfully colourful city restaurant features Lebanese and typical Middle East dishes in a suitably exotic atmosphere. Falafel, sambousah and marinated lamb shanks, plus a range of tempting dips and breads.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38233822 ]

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Rated as one of the best steak houses in town.

Wild Horse is often mentioned as one of the best steak houses in the city offering a range of prime beef and Tex-Mex style BBQ grilled menus. It also has good seafood, pork and chicken dishes to temp you. Small side bar for pre-diner drinks with a local band playing background music most evenings.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38277786 ]

Successful at bringing cheap street style food into a stylish cafe.

This franchise concept brings a variety of foods which you can roll in thin wraps, dip in spicy sauces, and enjoy! Spring roll style vegetable wraps, seafood, beef, chicken, fish and pork wraps and many others including sweet desert styles. Excellent value.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38234030 ]

Creative nouveau take on popular Vietnamese cuisine.

An inspiring restaurant where many Asian and local dishes have been revamped with international and European styles creating flavours just that little bit different and wonderful. Irresistible menu of fusion dishes, great wine list and efficient service. Restaurant and lounge on upper floor with bistro bar downstairs. Recently launched a new breakfast menu 7am to 11am daily. Full English breakfast, pancakes, and a variety of mixed grill choices.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 38248468 ]
[ info@xusaigon.com,   www.xusaigon.com ]

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New bar with modern, cocktail and wine bar atmosphere. Comfortable surroundings with good international menu.

In July '08 ZanZBar replaced the previous Shadow Bar in this central location and provides a modern, comfortable atmosphere, great range of cocktails, and a beer and wine selection featuring international labels. While ZanZBar has a strong emphasis on fine wines and a signature range of cocktails, a connoisseur's collection of imported beers are also available.

A feature of the restaurant area is the wine cellar and extensive wine list. Boasting over 20 wines sold by the glass, and over 120 by the bottle, ZanZBar prides itself on having arguably the best representations of each type of grape from the major wine growing regions worldwide.

The food menu is a unique mixture of Western and Asian tastes; and this is complemented by a tapas menu that serves hungry appetites outside of normal meal times (between lunch and dinner; and also after 10pm until the early hours ... a new place to come for your late night munchies). ZanZBar is open for breakfast/brunch daily serving international cafe favorites with exciting special set menus to tempt you. The sophisticated international menu is proving popular with Friday and Saturday evenings requiring advance bookings for a space in the restaurant.

      
[ Craig Derbyshire, Tel: (84.8) 38227375, Mob: 0938247255 ]
[ zzb.saigon@gmail.com,  ]

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Latest venue for ZanZBar now in An Phu

ZanZBar has extended its influence for quality service, fine food and relaxed atmosphere. Located next to Riverside Apartments, this venue is classy yet comfortable, with a great outdoor patio and large upstairs area for meeting up with friends.

      
[ Tel: (84.8) 3898 9286 ]

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Top spot for people watching and best burgers in town!

Located on a busy intersection of De Tham and Tran Hung Dao, you can sit out on the sidewalk and watch the motos go by. Good range of food here. Excellent spaghetti and pasta, with a range of American styled burgers wonderful for their home made thick meat patties. Free Saigon beer or soft drink with burgers a current special.

      
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