10 Most Popular Restaurants in Vietnam

Vietnam is mainly divided into three different regions: north (Hanoi City, Haiphong City, Halong Bay), central (Da Nang), and south (Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon). Each region has a different style of cooking. The food in the North has a high intake of salt, while in the central area, the food has a high intake of chili, whereas the food in the South has a high intake of sugar.

After seeing the most popular attractions in Vietnam, I guess you can't wait to try some of the local flavors. So, I would like to introduce the top 10 most popular restaurants in Vietnam. Each of them has its unique features and lets the tourists enjoy wonderful meals in Vietnam.

Vietnam Spring Rolls

Lac Thein, Lac Thanh and Lac Thuan

The restaurant is located in Hue and it was opened in 1965. Perhaps, it is the most popular restaurant in Hue, even in Vietnam. The reason why it can be chosen as the must-eat restaurant is that it serves not only traditional Vietnamese cuisine at affordable prices but also high-quality service. The most popular food in the restaurant is Bun Thit Nurong, which means BBQ pork spring roll, it is served with different kinds of sauce, meat, and vegetables, and you can match them by yourself. Another highly recommended dish is Pho soup. With their homemade broth, smooth rice noodles, fresh meat, and vegetables, you will definitely say yes to it.

Location: 6 Dinh Tien Hoang Street Hue, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-21:30
Price: 10$/Person (Very Cheap)
English Service is offered
Phone Number: +84 2343527348

Morning Glory

The restaurant opened in 2006. When you see the name of the restaurant, you can easily associate it with morning and glory. And, of course, lunch. Yes, you are right. This restaurant serves the best lunch in Vietnam. The aim of this restaurant is to let the customers have a chance to try the traditional foods that the country offers, and also with some medicinal foods to keep people healthy. The highly recommended cuisine could be the White Rose Dumplings and Roast Duck Salad Rolls. In addition, it is friendly to vegetarians as it has many Vegan options.

Location: 106 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Hoi An, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday, 9:00-22:30
Price: 10$/Person
English Service is offered
Phone Number: +84 2352241555

Banh Xeo

The restaurant offers the best Banh Xeo in Vietnam. Why is it a must-try restaurant? A lot of celebrities have come here before, and they are all attracted by the flavor. This includes the well-known celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain. In Anthony’s blog, he recommended the Banh Xeo with pork and shrimp. Moreover, except for the Banh Xeo, there are other foods worth trying as well, such as the Vietnamese spring roll (Pork and Prawn) and the Squid Fitter.

Location: 46A Dinh Cong Trang District 1 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-14:00; 16:00-21:00
Price: 6-10$/Person
English Service is offered
Phone Number: +84 2838241110

Banh Xeo

Cha Ca La Vong

Cha ca, the grilled fish with ginger and dill, is one of the most popular foods in Vietnam. If you are a seafood lover, you must try it. And the best restaurant is Cha Ca La Vong. This restaurant was opened in 1871 and has been recommended by many tourism websites. The most classic dish is definitely Cha Ca La Vong. It comes with different ingredients, such as vermicelli, peanuts, coriander, and sauces. In addition, other traditional foods you can also have other as well.

Location: 107 Nguyen Truong To Street, Hanoi 10000, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30-14:00; 17:30-21:00
Price: 20$
Features: Serves Alcohol, Table Service
Phone Number: +84 38239875

Shri Restaurant and Lounge

If you have tried so many traditional street foods, now it is the time to change your tastes to some Western Vietnamese Flavor. The best place is Shri Restaurant and Lounge. The restaurant is famous for its location, which is situated on the rooftop. It consists of a restaurant and bar and provides beautiful views of the city. If you travel with a family of friends, this is a very nice and chilled place to hang out. The food there is absolutely amazing! They offer a variety of grills and salads with European Style Starters and different handcrafted cocktails. The most popular dish will be lobster and tenderloin.

With the stunning views, you have a memorable experience here.

Location: 72-74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3, 23rd Floor Centec Tower Ho Chi Minh City 70000, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Thursday, Sunday 15:00-23:00; Friday and Saturday 15:00-00:00
Price: 12$-50$
Features: English Service is offered, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Phone Number: +84 933711833

Skewers Restaurant

This restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and has been awarded the world’s 50 best Asian restaurants by IWFS (The International Wine and Food Society). The decoration of the restaurant is full of bricks with pastel hues, which provides a cozy environment for the customers. They provide a variety of foods, from soups, salads, and mains to desserts. Some highly recommended dishes are Rosemary braised lamb shank served with spinach and mashed potatoes, Spicy garlic shrimp pasta, and Saganaki (Pan-fried feta cheese with tomatoes and drizzled with olive oil). The aim of the restaurant is to provide good food and service to let the customers enjoy the best meals.

Location: 9A Thai Van Lung Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:30-14:00(Lunch); 18:00-22:00 (Dinner) Sunday:18:00-22:00
Price: 50-60$/Person
Features: Vegetarian Friendly, English service is offered
Phone Number: +84 838224798

Cuc Gach Quan

The aim of this restaurant is to use the best green vegetables for cooking the best meals. The restaurant is located in a French colonial house, and the decoration uses a lot of recycled materials to make the atmosphere look like a beautiful garden. For the food, the restaurant provides traditional and classic Vietnamese cuisine and French wine. The most popular foods in the restaurant will be the soft-shell crab with lemon grass, stir-fried pumpkin flowers, and homemade tofu fried with chili and lemongrass. In 2011, the celebrities Brad and Angelina came here, and since then, the restaurant has become well-known. Trust me. This restaurant will give you a great impression of their food.

Location: 10 Dang Tat Ward Tan Dinh, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City 70000, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday, 9:00-23:30
Price: 10$/Person
Features: Online Booking, different styles of tables are available, Vegetarian Friendly, English service is offered
Phone Number: +84838480144/+84 01657101010

The Refinery Bar and Restaurant

The former of this restaurant was used to manufacture opium. The interior was designed by using custom-made furniture and lighting in the Paris bistro tradition, suited for couples or families to have dinner. The restaurant serves excellent French-style food. The most recommended dish will be French onion soup with croutons and Swiss cheese. For the main course, the free-range duck confit served with mashed potatoes and rosemary apples is the best choice. If you are a seafood lover, the leek and auberge fondue, served with citrus sauce, will be your favorite. Now, check out this restaurant. It will give you an unforgettable memory.

Location: 74 Hai Ba Trung District 1, Saigon, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday 11:00-23:00, Happy Hours:15:30-18:00
Price: 50-60$
Features: Online Booking, Alcohol, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options, English service is offered
Phone Number: +84 838230509

Nha Hang Ngon

The restaurant is located in the main tourist area of Ho Chi Minh City. They serve the best Vietnamese cuisine from breakfast to dinner. The restaurant is well-known, not only because of the food but also its design. The inside of the house was decorated in a French Villa and painted a canary yellow. Outside of the restaurant, the customer can be surrounded by the lights and an attractive lily pond. You can choose to stay inside or outside of the restaurant. The menu includes many kinds of traditional Vietnamese cuisine, such as spring rolls, Banh Xeo, different kinds of Pho soup, and grilled carbs with fish sauce, garlic, lemon, and chili, which are suitable for tourists from all over the world. For more details, the warmhearted working staff will give you suggestions in English.

Location: 160 Pasteur St, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday, 7:30-22:30
Price: 25$/Person
Features: English service is offered
Phone Number: +842838277131

Quan An Ngon Restaurant

Established in 2005, the restaurant is one of the most popular restaurants among locals and tourists. In 2009, the Miele Guide announced the restaurant as one of the top 5 most popular restaurants in Vietnam. They provide more than 100 delicious cuisines of 3 regions. When you first time come to the restaurant, the first thing that jumps out at you could be the beautiful ancient architecture with earth-tone colors. This will give you a fantastic dining experience. The most popular dishes in the restaurant are freshwater crab hot pot and grilled oysters with spring onions and oil. If you want to taste traditional cuisine, this will be your number one choice.

Location: 18 Phan Boi Chan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi 10000, Vietnam
Business Hours: Monday-Sunday: 6:45-22:00
Price: 15-20$
Features: English service, Online Booking
Phone Number: +84 902126963