Once on vacation, travelers will inevitably develop cravings for pizza or spring rolls – here are the best restaurants in Vietnam to satisfy those desires!
Chef Peter Cuong Franklin’s Michelin-star “New Vietnamese” restaurant reinvents traditional Vietnamese dishes from molecular pho to banh nhung. Additionally, its sprawling space houses a garden, spa and cocktail bar for an enjoyable dining experience.
La Maison 1888
La Maison 1888 at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort provides an unforgettable dining experience in Vietnam, recently earning its one Michelin Star – only seven in all of Vietnam are granted this distinction! Alongside being home to Chef Pierre Gagnaire’s incredible culinary creations, this Michelin-star establishment also serves as an showcase of Vietnamese ingredients and techniques.
Bill Bensley designed this elegant palace on the grounds of his luxury resort to create an exceptional venue with French Indochine elements balanced with Vietnamese touches. Here guests can dine on traditional French cuisine in its elegant restaurant before exploring its wine cellar which houses rare collections that cannot be found elsewhere in Vietnam.
Chef Christian Le Squer is an emerging star on Paris’ culinary scene who is celebrated for fusing traditional French techniques with innovative style. Hailing from coastal Brittany, his culinary vision marries maritime flair with progressive French cooking. Le Squer is supported by Chef de Cuisine Florian Stein who brings inventiveness and precision from his time spent working at France’s esteemed Le Chambard restaurant; Beverage Manager/Sommelier Jimmy Chang pairs each dish with one of its exclusive vintage wines for added enjoyment.
Le Gout de Gia
Le Gout de Gia is an elegant blend of Vietnamese culinary artistry and heritage decor in a colonial garden setting, the brainchild of three young Vietnamese: a sommelier, chef, and restaurateur who gained experience from high-end dining establishments both abroad and in Vietnam before creating this refined offering that broadened Hanoi’s dining options.
Le Gout de Gia offers an assortment of Vietnamese specialty dishes from across the country, such as grilled squid with garlicshoot and tamarind sauce and Australian wagyu striploin served with shitake mushroom, tamarind powder and garlicshoot dressing. Additionally, this restaurant provides an impressive wine selection that suits any palate or budget.
Nestled into an alleyway in the old quarter, this coffee house specializes in one thing and does it extremely well: seating. Relax in their minimalist second-floor room while looking out onto local life while taking pleasure from fragrant coffee; perfect as an early morning or afternoon treat!
Le Squer
Christian Le Squer, originally hailing from Plouhinec, Brittany, developed his expertise by working in some of Paris’ premier restaurants like Le Divellec and Taillevent. Soon thereafter he achieved one of French haute cuisine’s highest honors – joining Michelin-star chefs when taking over at Pavillon Ledoyen, part of Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris; less than one year later he garnered three stars on Michelin.
Le Squer’s menu at Le Squer features classic dishes reinterpreted with his signature style. He pays homage to his coastal roots by serving dishes such as Breton langoustine with warm sabayon, tomato tapenade and caviar quenelle served alongside buttermilk as a tribute to time spent fishing aboard his uncle’s fishing trawler.
Le Squer’s approach to food is grounded in respect for local ingredients and tradition, using fresh onions from his Immokalee garden in his classic French onion soup dish, soupe a l’oignon. Additionally, he provides an impressive selection of local wines including many from Florida Keys regions.
La Villa
La Villa offers you an idyllic blend of comfort and relaxation, offering warm nights of restful sleep followed by an indulgent breakfast to satisfy both body and soul. La Villa makes the ideal retreat, conveniently close to many popular attractions yet quiet enough for peace-seekers; features include free Wi-Fi, laundry services and an attractive garden, plus there are numerous restaurants and bars nearby where guests rave about friendly staff serving delicious food – plus last-minute offers are often available allowing for discounts off your stay – make a reservation now to experience all that La Villa has to offer!
Le Corto
Le Corto offers an exquisite culinary journey inspired by French tradition and expertly prepared with top-quality imported ingredients, creating an experience unlike any other. Their expansive wine list makes every meal truly enjoyable, providing the ideal companionship.
Elegant and cozy, with soft lighting and attentive staff, the restaurant provides the ideal setting for romantic dinners or business meetings, not to mention providing guests with delicious wines to sip as they take in stunning city views.
Chef Sakal Phoeung owns and operates this upscale Ho Chi Minh City restaurant, boasting Cambodian origins. He adds his unique touch to Vietnamese fusion dishes that range from upgraded street food to Vietnamese fusion–with every ingredient carefully tracked for origin and freshness – making him one of the finest chefs in Saigon; member of Escoffier Vietnam as well as L’Academie Culinaire de France graduate status a testament to this achievement.
