Hotline: +84 (0)918 713 456 Ho Chi Minh City hello@trailsofindochina.com www.trailsofindochina.com POCKET GUIDE “The city’s dynamic energy is apparent in the bustling street scenes with thousands of people on motorbikes constantly on the move“ Ho Chi Minh City is a sprawling metropolis of approximately 10 million people. Formerly known as “Saigon” prior to 1975, today the city is Vietnam’s commercial centre. The dynamic energy of the city is apparent in the bustling street scenes with thousands of people on motorbikes constantly on the move. Although Saigon has rapidly developed into a modern city with skyscrapers and shopping centres, there are still remnants of its past visible in the historic landmarks and beautiful French colonial buildings dotted throughout the city. You will find great nightlife and a palpable energy in this fast-changing city, which is home to people from all aspect of Vietnamese society. TRAILS OF INDOCHINA HO CHI MINH CITY 2 Must-Try Local Foods COM TAM Broken rice with variations of grilled pork and meat pie BANH MI Vietnamese baguette meat BUN THIT NUONG sandwich Grilled pork with vermicelli noodles PlacesTo Eat The culinary capital of the south, Ho Chi Minh City is filled with a diverse range of food options and dining establishments. Eat like a local in home- style eatery or enjoy fine dining in one of the many CHE BANH XEO international restaurants. Vietnamese dessert Savoury crispy pancake TRAILS OF INDOCHINA HO CHI MINH CITY 4 Hoang Yen $$ Hoang Yen is a local favourite restaurant. They recently upgraded all their branches to reflect a new contemporary look while still retaining their specialty in traditional Vietnamese cuisine. Open daily 10am to 10pm VIETNAMESE 7 Ngo Duc Ke St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-823-1101 DINING 148 Hai Ba Trung St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-823-4564 Mandarine Restaurant $$$ An established fine dining restaurant with beautiful cuisine presentation along with an extensive selection of wines. Reservation recommended. Open daily 5:30pm to 11pm 11A Ngo Van Nam St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-822-9783 Pho 24 $ Popular ‘pho’ chain serving chicken and beef noodle soup with no MSG. Also on the menu are rice dishes, spring and summer rolls. Clean, air-conditioned facilities. Open daily 6am to 10pm 85 Dong Khoi St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-825-7505 158D Pasteur St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-521-8518 Quan Bui $$ Trendy restaurant with old Saigon feel serving traditional Vietnamese food with an emphasis on Northern style dishes. Open daily 8am to 11pm Pricing Reference: $ - Inexpensive $$ - Moderate $$$ - Expensive 17A Ngo Van Nam St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-829-1515 Hoa Tuc $$ Wrap & Roll $ Specialising in contemporary Vietnamese cuisine, the A casual eatery specialising in rolls and dips from Vietnam’s restaurant is located in a courtyard with indoor and outdoor three regions, in addition to serving noodle soups and rice seating. Reservation recommended. Open daily 11am to 11pm dishes. Open daily 11am to 10:30pm 62 Hai Ba Trung St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-822-2166 74/7 Hai Ba Trung St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-825-1676 TRAILS OF INDOCHINA HO CHI MINH CITY 6 Hum Vegetarian $$ Upscale Vietnamese vegetarian dining experience with beautiful cuisine presentations and flavours that even non-vegetarians would appreciate. Open daily 10am VEGETARIAN to 10pm 32 Vo Van Tan St., D3 Tel. +84 283-930-3819 2 Thi Sach St., D1 Tel. +84 283-823-8920 Loving Hut $$ A local favourite for traditional vegan Vietnamese dishes in a clean and spacious dining environment. Particularly busy on the 1st and 15th day of lunar calendar. Open daily 9am to 2pm; 4pm to 9pm 38 Huynh Khuong Ninh St., D1 Tel. +84 283-820-9702 Pi Bistro $$ Specialises in Asian vegetarian. Includes salads, stir-fry, curries and rice dishes. Open daily 11am to 3pm; 5pm to 9:30pm 1st Floor, 19 Vo Van Tan St., D3 Tel. +84 091-641-4133 TRAILS OF INDOCHINA HO CHI MINH CITY 8 Au Parc $$ A stone’s throw from the pink spires of the Notre Dame cathedral, this airy bistro serves healthy Mediterranean food and deli-style sandwiches. Open daily 7:30am to 11pm INTERNATIONAL 23 Han Thuyen St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-829-2772 DINING Ciao Bella $$ Small, cosy family-style restaurant offering classic Italian fare. Reservation recommended. Open daily 7:30am to 11pm 11 Dong Du St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-822-3329 El Gaucho Argentinian Steakhouse $$$ Reputable steakhouse with comprehensive menu and extensive wine list of Argentinian and Chilean labels. Reservation recommended. Open daily 11am to 11:30pm 74/1 Hai Ba Trung St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-827-2090 EON51 $$$ Elevated fine dining on the 51st floor with an open-kitchen concept and unparalleled panoramic view of the city. Open daily 8am to 11pm Bitexco Financial Tower 50th – 52nd floor, 2 Hai Trieu St., D1 Tel. +84 286-291-8751 Koh Thai $$ Contemporary Thai restaurant and lounge offering Siamese cuisine and hip cocktails. Open daily 11am to 2pm; 5:30pm to 11pm Kumho Asiana Plaza 39 Le Duan St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-823-4423 TRAILS OF INDOCHINA HO CHI MINH CITY 10 Le Corto $$ Modern French cuisine with extensive wine list. Cosy dining atmosphere in walking distance to the Opera House. Their 3-course set lunch is quite reasonable and popular. Open daily 11am to 2:30pm; 5pm to 11pm 5/7 Nguyen Sieu St., D1 - Tel. +84 283-822-0671 Pizza 4P’s $$ Offering an exceptional selection of handmade pizza and pastas. Cuisine mimics a touch of Japanese flavor in a contemporary dining space. Reservation recommended. Open daily 10am to 2am 8 Thu Khoa Huan St., D1 8/15 Le Thanh Ton St., D1 - Tel. +84 28 3622 0500 Racha Room $$ Stylish resto-lounge featuring Thai street eats with fusion cocktails along with hip beats. Open daily 11:30am to midnight 12-14 Mac Thi Buoi St., D1 - Tel. +84 0908 791 412 Sorae Restaurant & Lounge $$$ Trendy, contemporary Japanese restaurant located on the top floors of a high rise with spectacular city views. Open daily 11:30 to 2pm; 5:30pm to 1am 24th-25th Floor, AB Tower 75A Le Lai St., D1 Tel. +84 283-827-2372 Tandoor Indian Restaurant $$ Specialising in classic, authentic Indian cuisine with ornate Indian décor and pleasant ambience. 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