1 El Gaucho Restaurant
– Address: 74/1 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ben Nghe, District 1, HCMC
– Operating hours: 11:00–23:00
Located right in the heart of District 1, El Gaucho is a familiar European restaurant for those who love Western cuisine in Saigon. The space is designed delicately and luxuriously, suitable for private appointments, entertaining partners or cozy dinners with relatives.
The restaurant makes its mark with premium beefsteak dishes, prepared to standards and served with exclusive sauce. Thanks to its distinct flavor and stable quality, this place is always considered one of the city’s outstanding steak addresses.
El Gaucho restaurant makes its mark with premium beefsteak dishes. Illustration photo: Kendesign
2 NOIR . Dining in the Dark Saigon
– Address: 180D Hai Ba Trung, District 1, HCMC
– Operating hours: 17:30–23:00
If you want to try a different meal, Noir – Dining in the Dark is a destination worth experiencing. At this European restaurant, you will have the opportunity to dine in an almost completely dark space. The phone is put away, eyes are covered, you cannot see the food or the person sitting opposite, creating a feeling of interest and curiosity. During dinner, the blind service team will teach you how to use a knife and fork and enjoy your food in the dark. It is this “invisibility” that makes each flavor more obvious.
NOIR . Dining in the Dark Saigon has a special space that is unmistakable. Illustration photo: Blue SM
3 The V Fusion – Fusion Restaurant, Café & Bar
– Address: An Phu, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 08:00–22:00
European restaurant The V Fusion impresses with its luxurious and attractive appearance. The large transparent glass surface combined with deep tones creates a space that is both mysterious and romantic, making it difficult for diners to take their eyes off the first time they visit. Not only beautiful to look at, the restaurant also conquers the taste buds with carefully crafted dishes. Ingredients, colors and presentation blend delicately, turning each plate into a rich work of art.
4 Sorae – Modern Japanese Restaurant
– Address: Bitexco Financial Building, 36 Ho Tung Mau, Ben Nghe, District 1, HCMC
– Operating hours: 11:00–14:00 | 17:00–23:00
Sorae Japanese Restaurant & Lounge is a familiar meeting place for Japanese food lovers in Saigon. The restaurant is marked by a standard cooking style, honoring the sophistication in each piece of sushi and sashimi. Each dish clearly shows the characteristics of Phu Tang cuisine. Located on the high floor of Bitexco Financial Tower, Sorae possesses luxurious space and impressive views. This is a suitable place for meetings with partners or important guests.
The menu at Sorae is rich, from traditional raw dishes to grilled dishes like yakitori. Ingredients are carefully selected, imported directly from famous seafood markets such as Tsukiji Market and Osaka, ensuring freshness and standard Japanese taste.
Sorae is a Japanese restaurant famous for its fresh Sushi dishes. Illustration photo: Digiticket
5 Trois Gourmands Restaurant
– Address:
+ 18 Tong Huu Dinh Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City
+ 39 Tran Ngoc Dien Street, An Khanh, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 11:30–14:00 | 17:30–23:00
Trois Gourmands is the ideal choice if you want to find a romantic European restaurant for a weekend date. The space was renovated from an old villa, bearing a strong European impression, harmoniously combining an airy garden area and a cozy dining room. The cuisine here conquers diners with its standard quality. Each dish is prepared from premium ingredients and presented delicately, demonstrating the class of a luxury restaurant. Once you visit Trois Gourmands, you will not only enjoy authentic French dishes but also fully enjoy the elegant atmosphere in the heart of Saigon.
Trois Gourmands restaurant was renovated from an old villa, bearing a strong European impression. Illustration photo: Vntravellive
6 The Log Restaurant
– Address: Gem Center, 8 Nguyen Binh Khiem, Ward, District 1, HCMC
– Operating hours: 18:00–23:00
The Log Restaurant impresses with its delicate dark brown color and bold artistic design. The space is filled with wood, mixed with greenery, creating a feeling of both luxury and intimacy. Inside, the layout is cozy but still exudes elegance, every corner is romantic enough for couple dates.
The menu focuses on unique European dishes, carefully cared for from taste to appearance. Each dish is like a work of art, awakening all senses on important and memorable occasions.
7 Chill Skybar & Dining
– Address: 76A Le Lai Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 17:30–01:30
Located on the 26th and 27th floors of AB Tower, Chill Dining possesses a full glass view, capturing the splendor of Saigon from above. The city at night appears like a vivid picture, full of light and emotion. The interior space has a European feel, sophistication and class. The most outstanding dish is the famous beefsteak, soft and smooth, gently melting on the tip of the tongue. Enjoying dinner amidst the sparkling scenery, sipping a glass of fine wine, you will fully feel the unique romance of this place.
Chill Skybar & Dining is located on a high floor, allowing you to fully see the city from above. Illustration photo: Chill Skybar
8 The Deck Saigon
– Address: 38 Nguyen U Di Street, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 08:00–00:00
The Deck Saigon is a European restaurant along the Saigon River with a relaxing beauty that you should experience at least once. The open space close to the water’s edge, receives cool breezes and creates a pleasant feeling right from the moment you step in. Sitting here, enjoying exquisite European dishes amidst a peaceful river scene is an unforgettable pleasure.
The most ideal time is around 5:00 p.m., when the sunset gently falls, dyeing the river surface a romantic golden yellow. The menu is diverse, harmoniously combining Asian and European. In particular, fresh and fatty Nha Trang oysters are a dish you should not miss. The Deck is a worthy meeting place for those who want to enjoy the cuisine and scenery of Saigon to the fullest.
9 Shri Lifestyle Dining
– Address: 72 74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 17:00–23:30
Located on the rooftop of Centec Tower, Shri Lifestyle Dining is an international-class European culinary destination, loved by many diners. The open outdoor space allows you to fully capture the splendor of Ho Chi Minh City at night, creating a scene that is both luxurious and attractive. The menu impresses with premium imported ingredients such as premium beef ribs, Canadian scallops or Norwegian salmon. Each dish is carefully crafted from taste to appearance, bringing a sophisticated and memorable experience to every diner.
Shri Lifestyle Dining allows you to fully capture the splendor of Ho Chi Minh City at night. Illustration photo: Blue SM
10 The Nest
– Address: 39754 Ho Huan Nghiep Street, Ben Nghe, District 1, HCMC
– Operating hours: 06:00–21:30
Located on the 12th floor of The Myst Dong Khoi, right in the heart of District 1, The Nest Restaurant is a familiar European restaurant for those who love food in Ho Chi Minh City. The restaurant impresses by harmoniously combining European and Asian quintessence, providing a diverse and attractive menu.
Diners can enjoy many special dishes such as steak, salmon with garlic butter sauce, seafood spring rolls, oven-baked cheese-wrapped chicken or refreshing grapefruit salad. In addition to the a la carte menu, the restaurant also serves breakfast and dinner buffets and rich desserts, helping you fully enjoy your taste journey.
11 Moo Beef Steak Prime
– Address: 35 Ngo Duc Ke Street, Saigon Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 10:30–14:00 | 17:00–22:00
Moo Beef Steak Prime offers an attractive European and American culinary experience through a selective and thoughtful menu. The space is large, airy and impressively designed, creating a feeling of comfort right from the moment you enter. Inspired by the American Far West, the restaurant recreates the spirit of freedom through every detail and dish. The steak here stands out with its premium quality and unique flavor, making it an ideal destination for those who love American cuisine.
Brilliant space inside Moo Beef Steak Prime. Illustration photo: Tripadvisor
12 Twilight Sky Bar Saigon
– Address: 180 Ly Tu Trong Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 17:00–00:00
Twilight Sky Bar is a meeting place combining a European restaurant and sky bar with airy open space. This is the ideal place to sip cocktails, enjoy food and watch the sunset dye the sky.
Considered the culinary pride of Saigon, Twilight Sky Bar conquers diners with its rich menu. From imported wines and creative cocktails to premium beers and spirits, all offer a classy experience for lovers of a sophisticated lifestyle.
13 Cloud Nine Restaurant Sai Gon
– Address: 180-188 Ly Tu Trong Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, HCMC
– Operating hours: 11:30–23:00
Cloud Nine Restaurant Saigon conquers diners at first sight with its luxurious and sophisticated space. Warm tones cover the entire restaurant, creating a pleasant and relaxing feeling. Each dining table is cleverly arranged, maintaining privacy, bringing a romantic and cozy atmosphere.
The restaurant stands out with its standard European menu, combined with premium wine and gentle melodies. French dishes such as salmon with passion fruit sauce, black spaghetti with seafood or wild mushroom soup are all carefully crafted, bringing an emotional culinary experience in the heart of Saigon.
Cloud Nine Restaurant Sai Gon has warm tones covering the entire restaurant. Illustration photo: Tripadvisor
14 Maison Man-Red Restaurant
– Address: 27J Tran Nhat Duat Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
– Operating hours: 11:00–14:30 | 17:00–22:00
Maison Man – Red recreates the brilliant beauty of the French period of the 1940s, while blending with modern architectural lines. Every detail is carefully cared for, creating a space that is both elegant and emotional, very suitable for romantic evenings in the heart of Saigon.
The menu is an intersection between the spirit of French cuisine and Vietnamese flavors. Dishes like duck fillet with fish sauce and fresh orange, potato soup served with scallops, or pan-fried lobster with curry sauce all have a creative stamp. Each dish is not only delicious but also tells a story about the blend of classic and contemporary.
Each European restaurant not only offers delicious food but also opens up an inspiring enjoyment space. Whether it’s a date or a meeting, these restaurants always offer a different experience. Choose for yourself a suitable destination to backpack and fully enjoy the quintessence of Western cuisine.
