Introduction
Saigon may be chaotic, the downtown area may feel like it's burying itself in concrete and steel, but this is Vietnam’s culinary capital. Barely a week passes without a new opening. And many of the new arrivals are very good. Saigon offers the best of Vietnam's delicious regional cuisine - the south, the north and the centre - a vibrant street food scene, and some amazing international dining. If you love your food, this is one of Asia's great cities. The coffee and cafe scene are pretty special too. Many of the city's best eateries are now located in District 2, the main expat enclave. If time permits, spend a night or two out there.
This independent and handpicked guide to Saigon's best eating was last updated in July 2019. We've tried every place on this list - most of them several times. No money changes hands for a listing. We try and keep things up to date - sometimes the changes get ahead of us. Eat well in Saigon!
