A Trip to Saigon
Coffee shops
Coffee shops in Vietnam are very diverse in style, vibes and are everywhere. Here is a list of my favorite coffee shops in Saigon.Some are great for working, others are great relax and of course, all of them have good Vietnamese coffees as well as specialty and Western coffees.
A small coffee shop, perfectly to sit and relax. The price is somewhat more expensive compare to other Vietnamese coffee shop.This coffee shop is more focused on the western coffee.
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Shin Cà Phê
18 Hồ Huấn NghiệpA small coffee shop, perfectly to sit and relax. The price is somewhat more expensive compare to other Vietnamese coffee shop.This coffee shop is more focused on the western coffee.
Corked Tales - The Cocktail Bar & Lounge
6 Lê Thánh TônRetro style, hole in an old apartment. Guests who love doing adventurous things and exploring Saigon would love these type of shops
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Things Cafe
14 Tôn Thất ĐạmRetro style, hole in an old apartment. Guests who love doing adventurous things and exploring Saigon would love these type of shops
Even though this one is a bit far from the condo ( 15-20 mins taxi) , this is my to go coffee shop. This shop has been here since 1960s ! Absolutely local favorite !
Note: there will be no table or a legit shop, just stools on the alley and enjoy the BEST Vietnamese coffee ( IMHO :) )
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Cafe Vot Hem
330/2 Phan Đình PhùngEven though this one is a bit far from the condo ( 15-20 mins taxi) , this is my to go coffee shop. This shop has been here since 1960s ! Absolutely local favorite !
Note: there will be no table or a legit shop, just stools on the alley and enjoy the BEST Vietnamese coffee ( IMHO :) )
Want some high quality - local beans ? This place got it. All of the coffee from Đà Lạt City . Must try !
La Viet Coffee
Want some high quality - local beans ? This place got it. All of the coffee from Đà Lạt City . Must try !
Okkio Caffe
120 - 122 Đ. Lê LợiHidden cafe gems right at Ben Thanh Market
Bars
This list offers our guests places that have great drinks, variety of vibes and they don't play loud music.
Top atmosphere and well presented little gem, hidden away from all the hustle and bustle of Saigon.
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The Alley Cocktail Bar & Kitchen
63/8 PasteurTop atmosphere and well presented little gem, hidden away from all the hustle and bustle of Saigon.
Laid-back bar in central Ho Chi Minh City features impressive cocktail list plus Mediterranean cuisine.
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Layla - Eatery & Bar
63 Đông DuLaid-back bar in central Ho Chi Minh City features impressive cocktail list plus Mediterranean cuisine.
Polished classic cocktails and live jazz at recently opened underground bar in central Ho Chi Minh City.
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Rabbit Hole
138 Nam Kỳ Khởi NghĩaPolished classic cocktails and live jazz at recently opened underground bar in central Ho Chi Minh City.
BiaCraft is a bit far from the condo ( 15 mins taxi) but worth a try if you a beer craft/draft fan. They serve up to +50 different type of beer. Could be very busy during weekend nights.
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BiaCraft Artisan Ales
1 Lê Ngô CátBiaCraft is a bit far from the condo ( 15 mins taxi) but worth a try if you a beer craft/draft fan. They serve up to +50 different type of beer. Could be very busy during weekend nights.
A hole in a wall, this is a place where nomads, expats of Saigon go to for hanging out. Love their cozy vibe and their rooftop seats. Here, they have variety of beers from both imports and locals. 10-15 mins walk from our home.
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Farm Potatoes
89 Phạm Viết ChánhA hole in a wall, this is a place where nomads, expats of Saigon go to for hanging out. Love their cozy vibe and their rooftop seats. Here, they have variety of beers from both imports and locals. 10-15 mins walk from our home.
One, if not the finest beer craft in the city. High quality beers on tap all seasons
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Heart Of Darkness Craft Brewery
31D Lý Tự TrọngOne, if not the finest beer craft in the city. High quality beers on tap all seasons
44b Ngô Quang Huy, Thảo Điền, Quận 2, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Kanpai / Listening Vinyl Bar
Sight-seeing
This list including popular spots as well as hosts preferences spots
One of the iconic markets in Saigon, located right at central District 1. Great for sight seeing. If you do want to buy things here, remember to bargain a bit :).
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Piața Ben Thanh
Đường Lê LợiOne of the iconic markets in Saigon, located right at central District 1. Great for sight seeing. If you do want to buy things here, remember to bargain a bit :).
Palatul Independenței
135 Nam Kỳ Khởi NghĩaCatedrala Notre Dame din Saigon
01 Công xã ParisMuzeul Rămășitelor de Război
28 Võ Văn TầnWe would recommend you to walk to the park in early morning ( 7am), especially weekend because you will see many activities from young people to elder ones. They are the essential part of Saigon and you can sense their energy while walking around the park.
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Children's play area, Tao Dan Park
We would recommend you to walk to the park in early morning ( 7am), especially weekend because you will see many activities from young people to elder ones. They are the essential part of Saigon and you can sense their energy while walking around the park.
District 5, which is one of the oldest district in Saigon. Unlike Ben Thanh Market, Chợ Lớn Market has local vibes and great energy as well as present how locals shop/trades for their daily life.
Note: It is not near by our home, taxi would take 25 mins to get there. We would recommend this for any guest who is adventurous and love to explore Saigon.
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District 5
District 5, which is one of the oldest district in Saigon. Unlike Ben Thanh Market, Chợ Lớn Market has local vibes and great energy as well as present how locals shop/trades for their daily life.
Note: It is not near by our home, taxi would take 25 mins to get there. We would recommend this for any guest who is adventurous and love to explore Saigon.
Want to see how the youth in Saigon doing ? Come here and you will see many young people practicing their dance skills ( including me ;). This is the spot for dancers/breakdancers around Saigon to hangout every night in weekdays ( 8pm - 11pm : Monday - Friday) to practice their skills together. Its right at District 1.
Công viên Bách Tùng Diệp
Want to see how the youth in Saigon doing ? Come here and you will see many young people practicing their dance skills ( including me ;). This is the spot for dancers/breakdancers around Saigon to hangout every night in weekdays ( 8pm - 11pm : Monday - Friday) to practice their skills together. Its right at District 1.
Take a walk to Thu Thiem Bridge in the evening ( 6pm - 8pm), at middle of the bridge, you will see Saigon downtown at night on your right, and the iconic Landmark 81 on your left. Perfect time for a good picture/ or story on Instagram :)
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Thu Thiem Bridge
Cầu Thủ ThiêmTake a walk to Thu Thiem Bridge in the evening ( 6pm - 8pm), at middle of the bridge, you will see Saigon downtown at night on your right, and the iconic Landmark 81 on your left. Perfect time for a good picture/ or story on Instagram :)
Restaurants
Serving great Vietnamese cuisine on a rooftop of an old apartment building. Perfect place to eat in the afternoon.
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Secret Garden Restaurant
158 PasteurServing great Vietnamese cuisine on a rooftop of an old apartment building. Perfect place to eat in the afternoon.
Great bistro, served delicious Vietnamese food as well as coffee. Remarkable location right at Bach Dang Habour
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Runam Bistro Đồng Khởi
Đường Đồng KhởiGreat bistro, served delicious Vietnamese food as well as coffee. Remarkable location right at Bach Dang Habour
One of the most well-known Phở spots in Saigon. Great portion and decent price.
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Pho LE restaurant
303-305 Võ Văn TầnOne of the most well-known Phở spots in Saigon. Great portion and decent price.
10 minutes walk from our home, this restaurant serve pizza with a Japanese twist. It is a favorite place for locals who love experiencing new cuisine.
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pizza 4p's
10 minutes walk from our home, this restaurant serve pizza with a Japanese twist. It is a favorite place for locals who love experiencing new cuisine.
"Had the best sushi omakase in Saigon. I love sushi and sashimi, tried many different places in Saigon, no place could beat Kiyota for its ambiance, service, and delicacy!".
Booking is essential for this tiny restaurant
Sushi Sake Restaurant Kiyota
"Had the best sushi omakase in Saigon. I love sushi and sashimi, tried many different places in Saigon, no place could beat Kiyota for its ambiance, service, and delicacy!".
Booking is essential for this tiny restaurant
Hand down my favorite Bun Bo Hue spot in Saigon.
Open from very early morning until 9-10 am ONLY.
Very small space with 2-3 tables and lots of people. It is for a reason !
Bún Bò Cô Đào 22A
22A Đường Điện Biên PhủHand down my favorite Bun Bo Hue spot in Saigon.
Open from very early morning until 9-10 am ONLY.
Very small space with 2-3 tables and lots of people. It is for a reason !
You are not officially in Saigon if you haven't eaten Cơm Tấm ( broken rice). This restaurant is a local favorite for this dish. Highly recommend. Only Open from early morning until noon
Quán Cơm Tấm Hùng
194/2 Võ Văn TầnYou are not officially in Saigon if you haven't eaten Cơm Tấm ( broken rice). This restaurant is a local favorite for this dish. Highly recommend. Only Open from early morning until noon
Sometimes I crave for some pizza in the city, this is the place I go to. Most of the time I just love to chill in the backyard area. Nice- hips spot for visitor
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Indika Saigon (House of Curiosity)
43 Nguyễn Văn GiaiSometimes I crave for some pizza in the city, this is the place I go to. Most of the time I just love to chill in the backyard area. Nice- hips spot for visitor
Neighborhoods
This neighborhood is called Thị Nghè. Amazing food street/
Almost every food stall are super delicious.
This neighborhood is nearby the new "Japantown" in Saigon. Check out their bar street and get ready for a bar hopping session !
21 Huỳnh Tịnh Của, Phường 19, Bình Thạnh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
This neighborhood is called Thị Nghè. Amazing food street/
Almost every food stall are super delicious.
This neighborhood is nearby the new "Japantown" in Saigon. Check out their bar street and get ready for a bar hopping session !