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Updated October 2016 www.exotravel.com 1 | Page VIETNAM EATING GUIDE HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON) Note: These recommendations are given with best possible intentions however we cannot offer satisfaction guaranteed given diversity and tastes. Information and contacts are correct at time of publication. The venues are arranged in alphabetical order. EXO One of the EXO favourites CSR Corporate Social Responsibility component Pricing Standard From 1 to 5 USD Middle Range From 5 to 20 USD Higher End Above 20 USD HO CHI MINH CITY RESTAURANTS VIETNAMESE CUISINE Banh Xeo 46A Add: 46A Dinh Cong Trang, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3824 1110 Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 80 persons Opening hours: 10:00 – 21:30 Popular local style restaurant serving Banh Xeo which is a savoury pancake stuffed with prawns, pork and vegetables. Established in 1941, this is one of the city’s most popular eateries for locals and tourists. An authentic experience for street food lovers. Quan An Ngon Add: 160 Pasteur, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3829 9449/38257179 Web: http://www.quananngon.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 300 persons Opening hours: 07:00 – 22:00 Pre-reservation recommended

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VIETNAM EATING GUIDE HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON)

Note: These recommendations are given with best possible intentions however we cannot offer satisfaction guaranteed given diversity and tastes. Information and contacts are correct at time of publication. The venues are arranged in alphabetical order. EXO One of the EXO favourites CSR Corporate Social Responsibility component Pricing

Standard From 1 to 5 USD

Middle Range From 5 to 20 USD

Higher End Above 20 USD

HO CHI MINH CITY RESTAURANTS VIETNAMESE CUISINE

Banh Xeo 46A Add: 46A Dinh Cong Trang, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3824 1110 Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 80 persons Opening hours: 10:00 – 21:30

Popular local style restaurant serving Banh Xeo which is a savoury pancake stuffed with prawns, pork and vegetables. Established in 1941, this is one of the city’s most popular eateries for locals and tourists. An authentic experience for street food lovers.

Quan An Ngon Add: 160 Pasteur, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3829 9449/38257179 Web: http://www.quananngon.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 300 persons Opening hours: 07:00 – 22:00 Pre-reservation recommended

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Ngon Restaurant offers a great chance to try hawker-style food in a clean and comfortable setting. Buzzing with locals and foreigners, the dozens of dishes highlight the fresh flavours of authentic Vietnamese cuisine from the North to the South.

Pho Hoa Add: 260C Pasteur, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 38297943 Opening hours: 07:00 – 22:00 Capacity: 60 persons Cuisine: Vietnamese beef noodle soup (pho) One of the city’s oldest and the most popular Pho (Noodle soup) in Ho Chi Minh City, it serves the most authentic tasty Pho in town and has not changed its quality through decades.

Wrap and Roll Add: 62 Hai Ba Trung & 111, Nguyen Hue St, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3 83 71231 Web: http://www.wrap-roll.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: 11:00 – 22:00 The concept here is simple: make your own spring rolls in a clean, air-conditioned and friendly atmosphere. A huge selection of spring rolls from all of Vietnam is available here and mostly caters to a local crowd.

Quan Bui Add: 17A Ngo Van Nam street, District 1, HCMC 1st floor, 39 Ly Tu Trong street, District 1, HCMC 55 Ngo Quang Huy street, Thao Dien, District 2, HCMC Tel: (+84-8) 38 98 90 88 Web: http://quan-bui.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 150 persons Opening hours: 8:00 – 23:00 Quan Bui restaurant have gradually expanded the business, explored and developed the menu to offer traditional dishes in a home cooking style which fully captures the tastes of Vietnamese cuisine.

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Secret Garden Restaurant (new) Add: 158 Pastuer street, District 1 Tel: (+84) 90 990 46 21 Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 30 persons Opening hours: 10:00 – 21:30 (Daily)

Secret Garden is a new restaurant in the heart of Saigon, hiding at top floor of an old apartment which there are 86 steps in the staircase need to go through. It offers a simple menu of classic Vietnamese dishes

An Vien Add: 178A Hai Ba Trung District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3824 3877 Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 23:00 Pre-reservation recommended Fine Vietnamese cuisine served in the quiet, elegant setting of a 1950s villa. Oozing with charm, the second level features some small rooms with inviting and homely interiors.

Barbeque Garden Add 1: 135A Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Dist. 1 , Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Add 2: 134-136 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1 (Closed) Tel : (+84-8) 3823 3340 Web: http://barbecuegarden.vn/ Cuisine: Western/Vietnamese Capacity: 200 persons Opening hours: 11:00 – 23:00

As the name defines, the garden serves mostly barbecued treats, from individual dish to sumptuous sets designed for different group sizes in al fresco setting. Aiming at both foreigners and locals, Barbecue Garden offers a fusion Western-Vietnamese taste, combining the fresh, hearty and cheesy taste with strong saucy flavours. Perfect for families as children like to take part in the barbequing experience.

Bloom Saigon Restaurant EXO Add: 3/5 Hoang Sa Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel:(+84-8) 39101277 Web: http://www.bloom-saigon.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese & Asian Fusion Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: 10:30-22:30

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Inspired by the concept that emphasizes empowerment through providing accessible health care, nutrition, education, and hands-on experience - Aid for Children Without Parents (ACWP- www.acwp.org) has now opened BLOOM, a vocational training restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City to help the disadvantaged youth in Vietnam. BLOOM is housed in a renovated French villa tucked away in an alley by the river.

Com Nieu Sai Gon restaurant Add: 6C Tu Xuong Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 3932 6388 Cuisine: Vietnamese (Southern/Mekong region) Capacity: 100 persons. Upstairs balcony/terrace is a nice spot Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:00 Specializing in authentic regional cuisine from the south and Mekong Delta regions, Com Nieu Sai Gon is frequented by locals who seek out delicious Southern cuisine. Described by the celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain as “my favorite place in town”, watch as clay-pot-baked rice “flying” across the room by the entertaining waiters.

Cuc Gach Quan (CGQ) & Cuc Gach Party (CGP) Add: 10 Dang Tat, Tan Dinh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 38480144 Web: http://www.cucgachquan.com.vn/ Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: CGQ: 70 persons, CGP: 90 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:30 Pre-reservation recommended Hidden on a quiet suburban street, Cuc Gach Quan serves authentic home-made style Vietnamese cuisine in a rustic and cozy setting. Recommend for individuals and small groups.

Dong Pho restaurant Add: 51 Ho Xuan Huong Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam Tel: (+84-8) 39307665 Web: http://dongphorestaurant.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese (Central Region) Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:30; Dinner 17:00 – 21:30 Pre-reservation recommended A combination of Asian charm and a homely restaurant in friendly setting! Loved by the Saigonese, this cosy restaurant offers different kinds of traditional Hue dishes such as fresh spring rolls, Hue beef noodle and special dishes from the central part of Vietnam.

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Hoa Tuc Restaurant Add: 74 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 38251676 Web: http://www.hoatuc.com Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 100 persons (indoor & outdoor) Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:00

Hoa Tuc means opium flower and is a central venue located in the courtyard of the former opium refinery manufacture. Inside, the interior is art deco which combines black, purple and pastel colours. Hoa Tuc serves excellent, authentic Vietnamese cuisine and the outside courtyard is perfect for dinners.

Indochine Restaurant Add: 26 Truong Dinh Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam Tel: (+84-8) 3930842122 Web: http://indochine-sg.com/ Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 450 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:30; Dinner 17:00 – 22:30 Indochine Restaurant is a Vietnamese restaurant with a quiet atmosphere, located in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. This restaurant caters mostly to tourists and groups. It is in a colonial house courtyard and has indoors and al fresco seating. (Notice: Indochine restaurant is closed for renovation till further notice.)

Koto Saigon EXO Add: 3rd Floor, 39 Le Duan Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 39349151 Cuisine: Western & Asian Capacity: 300 persons Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 KOTO stands for Know One, Teach One and reflects our belief that if you're in a position where you can help someone less fortunate, then you should help them and the greatest thanks you can receive is to one day see that person be in a position to do the same for someone else. KOTO Saigon restaurant is now located on the 3rd floor of KUMHO Link in central Ho Chi Minh City. It features indoor and sheltered outdoor areas as well as bar. It is cozy, bright, and has very good food.

Maxim’s Nam An Add: 13-17 Dong Khoi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 38296676 Web: http://www.maxims.com.vn Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00 (but only in small room –not great); Dinner 18:00 – 22:00

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Pre-reservation recommended A former ballroom dating back to the 1960’s, this historic building has now been transformed into a Vietnamese restaurant with cozy velvet and silk décor. Maxim’s also features three luxurious Indochine style private tables for exclusive dinner experiences. Jazz Trio and traditional dances on some evenings (do enquire beforehand).

Monsoon restaurant (CLOSED) Add: 1 Cao Ba Nha Street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 62908899 Cuisine: Vietnamese and Southeast Asian Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 Established in 2004 in Yangon, Myanmar, Monsoon Restaurant & Bar officially opened its Saigon restaurant in 2012. Specialising in pan-Southeast Asian fare and offering a host of signature dishes from Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand. The restaurant has been beautifully designed in a revamped French colonial-era villa, located on a quiet street minutes away from the backpacker area.

Propaganda restaurant

Add: 21 Han Thuyen Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 3 822 90 48

Web: http://www.propagandasaigon.com/

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Opening hours: 07:30 - 22:30

Pre-reservation recommended

Propaganda is located between The Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral in the heart of District 1, serving authentic Vietnamese cuisine with the freshest ingredients in an eclectic setting decorated with propaganda art throughout the restaurant.

SH Garden restaurant Add: Top floor 98 Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84-8) 6 680 01 88 Web: http://shgarden.com.vn Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 150 persons Opening hours: 10:30 – 23:00

A terrace restaurant located at the corner of two of the oldest boulevards of Saigon - Nguyen Hue and Le Loi. Established in the 1930s', a variety of delicious traditional Vietnamese dishes are served in a nice setting overlooking the Rex Hotel and the City Hall. To reach the restaurant, you take an old and unique wooden elevator (max 3 people).

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3T Quan Nuong restaurant Add: 29D Ton That Thiep, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (+84) 908357530 Cuisine: Vietnamese Capacity: 80 persons Opening hours: Mondays – Sundays, 17:00 - 23:00 Vietnamese style barbeque located on the rooftop of Temple Club, fresh food and cold beer served in loud, smoky and fun atmosphere. Great for group of friends and FIT.

Ru Restaurant Add: 27E Tran Nhat Duat street (alley 27), Tan Dinh ward, District 1 Tel: (+84 – 8) 3848 2034 Web: http://www.ruphobar.com Capacity: 30 persons (indoor), 10 person (outdoor garden) Opening hours: Everyday 10:00 – 20:00

Viet Village Add: 15 Dinh Tien Hoang Str., D.1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: (+84) 8 3911 7261 Web: http://www.vietvillage.com.vn/ Capacity: 250 persons Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Everyday Offer authentic Vietnamese cuisines with special deco-style on every dish. Relax and comfortable atmosphere, good services with friendly staffs.

Pho Co Restaurant (Saigon Ancient Town Restaurant)

Add: 211 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84) 8 3829 9625

Web: http://www.phocosaigon.com/

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday (Lunch 11:00 – 14:00, Dinner 17:30 – 22:00)

Ancient Town, the Fine Dining Restaurant which specializing in Traditional Vietnamese Cuisine, bring

together the best of "North - Central - South" Vietnamese foods.

(Notice: Pho Co restaurant is closed for renovation from June 2016 till further notice.)

Dining Room

Add: 93-95 Hai Ba Trung Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 3 521 08 80

Web: http://www.diningroom.vn/

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Cuisine: Vietnamese

Capacity: 100 persons

Opening hours: 11:00 - 15:00, 18:00 - 23:00

Pre-reservation recommended

Located on the prime spot in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, on the first floor of a trendy stylish bar. Dining Room serves exquisite Vietnamese cuisine in a modern and elegant setting. Great cocktails to compliment the contemporary approach on Vietnamese cuisine. Nice option for couples, FIT and group of friends.

Mandarin

Add: 11A Ngo Van Nam Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 3 822 97 83

Web: http://www.orientalsaigon.com.vn/mandarine/

Cuisine: Vietnamese/Asian

Capacity: 250 persons

Opening hours: Dinner only 17:30 – 23:00

Pre-reservation recommended

A long-standing favourite for Vietnamese cuisine, this centrally located restaurant has an extensive menu of local and Chinese dishes.

The Temple Club

Add: 29 Ton That Thiep Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 38299244

Web: http://www.templeclub.com.vn/

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Capacity: 100 persons

Opening hours: Lunch 11:30 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:00

Pre-reservation recommended

This old former Chinese temple displays beautiful décor and has an authentic antique feel. Traditional South Vietnamese dishes highlight the menu and the atmospheric bar is an ideal place for an evening cocktail.

Nam Phan Add: 34 Vo Van Tan street, District 3, HCMC

Tel: (+84-8) 39 33 36 36

Web: http://www.khaisilkcorp.com/restaurants/namphan/index.html

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Capacity: 150 persons (Ground floor, Floor 1 & 2), 80 persons (Floor 3 – Buffet service)

Opening hours: Lunch 11:30 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:00

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Pre-reservation recommended

House in a the 4-floor villa, Nam Phan is the most recent Khai family endeavour and another jewel in their culinary crown. Nam Phan is a restaurant that is dedicated to providing quality Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine and the ability to experience and absorb Vietnamese culture in tranquil. VEGETERIAN CUISINE

Prem Bistro – Café

Add: 129/4 Vo Van Tan Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 6 2799 920

Web: www.prembistro.com

Cuisine: Vegetarian Vietnamese

Capacity: 50 persons

Opening hours: Mon – Thu (8:00 – 23:00), Fri – Sun (11:00 – 23:00)

Pre-reservation recommended

Following our spirit of being spontaneous and push all boundaries or rules, Prem Bistro - cafe offers a menu of delicious and affordable food and most of all diversity for customers.

3 La Vegetarian (3 Leaves Vegetarian Restaurant)

Add: 32A Cao Ba Nha Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 66 83 0303

Web: http://3lachay.com

Cuisine: Vegetarian Vietnamese

Capacity: 60 persons

Opening hours: Daily 8:00 – 22:00

Pre-reservation recommended

Hum Vegetarian

Add: 32 Vo Van Tan Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 3930 3819

Web: http://www.hum-vegetarian.vn

Cuisine: Vegetarian Vietnamese

Capacity: 100 persons

Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 20:00

Pre-reservation recommended

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The Ogarnic Restaurant

Add: 54 Ly Van Phuc, Tan Dinh ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 3 820 02 78

Web: http://the-organic.vn/

Cuisine: Vegetarian Vietnamese

Capacity: 100 persons

Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 20:00

Pre-reservation recommended

Tib Restaurant

Add: 89 – 91 Phan Ke Binh Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Tel: (+84-8) 3 911 5455

Web: http://tibrestaurant.com.vn/en/about-us/tib-chay

Cuisine: Vegetarian Vietnamese

Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 20:00

Pre-reservation recommended

FUSION & INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

The Refinery Add: 74 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (84-8) 3823 0509 Web: http://www.therefinerysaigon.com/ Cuisine: International Minimum set menu: Lunch 12$; Dinner 20$ Capacity: 120persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:30

Jaspa’s Add: 33 Dong Khoi, Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 74/7 Hai Ba Trung, Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: (84-8) 382 709 31 Web: http://jaspas.com.vn/jashochiminh/ Cuisine: International Capacity: 60 persons Opening hours: 0830 - 2100 Jaspa's has a relaxed vibe at their courtyard restaurant on Hai Ba Trung and great views onto the street from their Dong Khoi location. Stylish décor, excellent food Australian style food and frequented by both expats and locals.

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Café – Restaurant HCMC Add: 171 Calmette street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: (84-8) 62 881717 Web: http://www.crhcmc.com/ Cuisine: International Capacity: 150 persons Opening hours: Daily 7:00 – Late Serve you a healthy mix of authentic world wide classics and contemporary Continental cuisine with a forward-thinking flair.

Grill 27 Restaurant Add: 26 & 27th Floor Rooftop, AB Tower, 76A Le Lai, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Tel: (84-8) 3827 2372 Web: http://www.chillsaigon.com/ Capacity: 150 persons Cuisine: French and Nordic Opening hours: Lunch 11:30 – 14:00; Dinner 18:30 – 22:00

A sleek sky bar and restaurant rooftop lounge concept on the 26th and 27th floors of HCM city with a modern blend of casual elegance and sophisticated dining experience. Be charmed by the décor, pampered by attentive staffs and enticed by the finest French and Nordic inspired kitchen. The restaurant was designed that every table has romantic front row seating to the incredible panoramic views of HCMC.

Eon 51 Add: 52nd Floor, Bitexco Financial Tower, 2 Hai Trieu Street, District 1, HCMC Tel: (84-8) 6291 8750 Web: http://eon51.com Cuisine: Western & Asian cuisine Capacity: 100 person Opening hours: Lunch: 11:00-14:00; Dinner 17:00-23:00 Eon 51 is the place to meet and dine together and with the city skyline as your backdrop, you will be able to savour every moment with your colleagues, friends, or that special someone. Boutique buffet or highest tea, you will enjoy a range of top quality food on offer from the highest location in town, in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City.

La Camargue Restaurant Add: 74/7D Hai Ba Trung Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam Tel: (848) 3520 4888 Cuisine: French Capacity: 70 persons Opening hours: Dinner 18:00 – 23:00 daily.

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One of the best fine-dining French restaurants in the city and established for 15 years, La Camargue offers classic fare as well as inventive food ideas. The Chef’s Recommendation are renewed each week, allowing diners to discover traditional French food.

Ly Club Add: 143 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 3, HCMC, Vietnam Tel: (84-8) 3930 5588 Web: http://www.lyclub.vn/saigon/ Cuisine: Western, Vietnamese Fusion Capacity: 200 persons Opening hours: 11:00 – 22:00 Wide elliptical arches, original French staircase, classic modernist furnishings and refined natural colors imbue an atmosphere of relaxed yet cultured elegance in the lounge and dining areas. The delicate Western-Vietnamese innovative menu and silver service dining experience can be enjoyed al-fresco, taken in the relaxed ambiance of the open dining areas or the formal, private dining room. With a hip and stylish decoration, the Lý Club bar offers an impressive selection of innovative cocktails and premium champagnes.

La Villa French Restaurant Add: 14 Ngo Quang Huy, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, HCMC Tel: (84-8) 3898 2082 Web: http://lavilla-restaurant.com.vn/ Cuisine: French cuisine Capacity: 50 persons Opening hours: Monday to Saturday (closed Sunday) Lunch (11:45 – 16:00) Dinner (18:30 – late, last order is 21:30) La Villa has found incredible success after years of rigorous staff training and unrestrained exploration of French fine cuisine. True Michelin-quality fine dining has finally come to Vietnam.

Shri Add: 23rd floor, Centec Tower, 74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (84-8) 98279631 Web: http://shri.vn Cuisine: International/Japanese Minimum set menu: Lunch 15$; Dinner 25$ Capacity: 100persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 23:00 A venue with sweeping views over central Saigon, a breezy lounge-style outdoor terrace with an indoor sushi bar and 270-degree view of the city. The cuisine is a mixture of contemporary and Japanese.

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Square One (Park Hyatt Hotel) Add: 2 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (84-8) 3824 1234 Web: http://www.saigon.park.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining.html Cuisine: Western/Seafood/Grill/Vietnamese Capacity: 120persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:00 – 14:30; Dinner 18:00 – 22:30 A cool, contemporary space featuring a cross-cultural menu. Wide selection of imported meats and local seafood as well as extensive wine list. Square One offers wood fired pizzas and an extensive home made pasta menu.

Sorae Japanese Restaurant Add: 24th – 25th Floor, AB Tower, 76A Le Lai St., District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (84-8) 38272372 Web: http://www.soraesushi.com/ Cuisine: Japanese cuisine Capacity: 368 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:30 – 14:00; Dinner & Lounge 17:30 – 1:00 Sorae is a dining and entertainment concept like no other. Creates an ultra-chic elegant environment with a Tokyo twist for the most stylish and sophisticated people in the city to meet, eat and relax.

The Deck Add: 38 Nguyen U Di street, An Phu, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (84-8) 3744 6632 Web: http://www.thedecksaigon.com/ Cuisine: International/ Vietnamese Capacity: 150 persons Opening hours: 08:00 – 22:00 Wooden-plank deck on the Saigon riverfront 20-minutes from downtown serving extensive cocktail and drink list as well as an international menu. The casual yet refined setting makes it an ideal spot for a sunset drink. For a special event a speedboat can be hired for a cruise up the Saigon River from the centre of the city to The Deck. A cozy brasserie - style restaurant serving classic western fare. With its quiet courtyard, leafy outdoor area and cool interior, The Refinery is one of the city’s most popular casual dining options.

Trois Gourmands Add: 39 Tran Ngoc Dien street, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, HCM City, Viet Nam Tel: (08) 3 744 45 85 Web: http://3gourmandsaigon.com/

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Cuisine: French delights with a twist of Asian influence Capacity: 100 persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:30 – 14:00; Dinner 18:30 – 23:00 Trois Gourmands is regarded as one of the finest French Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. Opened in 2004 and previously named Le Toit Gourmand, this fine French dining restaurant is the creation of Gils, a south east of France native who has dedicated himself to excellence in French culinary art with a particular dedication for natural products such as his mouthwatering homemade cheeses and to ‘’work’’ noble ingredients such as Goose Liver and Truffles. Gils’s Sommelier background and true passion for French wines has directed him to import his own selection in order to create a unique and eclectic wine cellar

Xu Restaurant Add: Level 1, 71-75 Hai Ba Trung Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: (84-8) 3824 8468 Web: http://www.xusaigon.com/ Cuisine: Contemporary/Asian Fusion Capacity: 100persons Opening hours: Lunch 11:30 – 14:00; Dinner 18:00 – 22:00 In the evening have dinner with the movers and shakers of Ho Chi Minh City at Xu Restaurant where the food is Vietnamese fusion with a twist. The funky bar on the ground floor serves up excellent cocktails.

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