Việt Nam News

Okra Foodbar: like a friend’s kitchen

A uniquely Sài Gòn “specialty” that I’ve come to love: the foodbar. And among them, Okra stands out as a place that feels like having dinner in a friend’s kitchen: warm, intimate, and full of surprises.

Tenku, fine dining with great view atop Landmark 81

Tenku - Japanese Modern Kaiseki & Bar: A great fine dining experience with a scenic view of HCM City in the Landmark 81 building and attentive staff.

Making friends with salad: a night at Ưu Đàm Chay

Here, there’s a clear absence of seitan, soy mock chicken, or any other such imposters.

Cơm Thóc - authentic home-styled dishes

Cơm Thóc is a cosy spot serving traditional Vietnamese home-style dishes that seem like they have been ladled straight from a family kitchen.

Spring all year round at Primavera

At Primavera the pizza is fired in a wood oven and served hot next to the fresh garden salad directly from the garden.

From doubter to devotee: a taste of ChanChan Noodle

The jury is still out on whether all celebrity-owned restaurants deserve their hype, but with honesty, effort, and dedication, Chan Chan Noodle is undoubtedly one of the standouts.

Beer flows and lake glows at 7 Bridges

Summer’s here, and honestly: what’s better than wrapping up work with a cold craft beer? West Lake view? Check. Surprisingly good food? Big check.

Experiencing Phở Chào’s renowned ‘Phở-Tine’

Knowing how much phở means here, who is out there straddling the line between bravery and madness with the nation's most beloved dish?

DragonCello: Hà Nội’s Italian with heart, and dash of ink

DragonCello offers a rare triple: family-friendly, date-night ready and deeply Italian without ever feeling staged.

Spice Canvas paints Vietnamese flavours on desserts

Spice Canvas in Bình Thạnh District is a sweet haven that is perfect for anyone seeking innovation in baking, or simply a deeper appreciation for Vietnamese flavours.

Daily curated lunch at La Table Hanoia

Who doesn’t love a little surprise at noon? A refined three-course French lunch, crafted fresh each day with care and creativity, so you never have to settle for the ordinary.

Hanoi Dzao: the essence of the mountains

The restaurant is cosy, neatly designed with ethnic colours and fabrics to make a lively dining space anyone would enjoy.

A Bangkok surprise in the heart of Hà Nội

The Chang – Modern Thai Cuisine with spicy, fresh and piquant Thai flavours is worth a shot.

Coraggio: big pasta in Little Tokyo

Coraggio offers hearty food with bright flavours and fresh, clean ingredients that won’t break the bank.

Today With You: Tomorrow With Cravings

After a K-pasta shop went viral on TikTok, curiosity led me to check it out

A sensory escape into verdant delights at Forest Therapy

Forest Therapy in District 1, HCM Cit serves exceptional food, unique drinks and a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Arul House offers a taste of local flavours and culture

At Arul House, every meal is an invitation to explore a rich cultural heritage, woven into the very fabric of the experience.

Some broken things don’t need fixing – a 'cơm tấm' revelation

For nearly 30 years, Cơm Tấm Ba Ghiền has been dishing out the good stuff, and their popularity has only grown since Michelin recognition.