Chef Vinh Nguyen is recognized for his work in Michelin-starred establishments, notably as a former CDC at Maass, a 1-Michelin star restaurant.
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While in Ho Chi Minh, we were on a mission to hunt for the best pho. Since it was only a short trip, we decided to try a spot conveniently located near our hotel. The restaurant had a charming vintage yet clean atmosphere, which I really loved. Service was warm and attentive, and it was also recognized by the Michelin Guide.
We ordered the Australian beef pho and tiger prawn spring rolls. The spring rolls were so good that we wanted to order a second round, but unfortunately it was already last order.
The pho itself was enjoyable, though I was expecting a richer and more flavourful broth. They served it with hoisin sauce and chili on the side, which definitely helped enhance the taste. We also tried the vermicelli, which was decent but a little mild for my preference , adding some light soy sauce and chili made it much better.
My friend and I visited on a Friday evening, and our first impression was the beautiful and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant feels warm, elegant, and very welcoming.
The staff were friendly, professional, and always smiling, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
As a vegetarian, I ordered two vegetarian dishes, while my friend chose the stir-fried duck with sponge gourd. Everything was delicious, and the glass of wine I selected paired perfectly with the meal.
One of the highlights for me was the Diamond Leaf Salad with soft-shell crab and crispy fried tofu. The combination of flavors and textures was outstanding and very memorable.
The location is also fantastic. After dinner, we took a short walk along Dong Khoi Street, which made the evening even more special.
This is definitely a place worth visiting if you want to experience Vietnamese cuisine elevated to a higher level while still preserving its authentic flavors. Highly recommended!
We dined at Vietnam House Restaurant with the expectations that naturally come with a Michelin-recognized restaurant—creative concept, refined presentation, clean execution, and bold, memorable flavors. Unfortunately, it did not live up to those expectations.
There were a few positives. The scallops were excellent, and the abalone was decent. The duck was good but nothing special—similar quality can easily be found in simpler, less expensive restaurants. The vegetables were well prepared and enjoyable.
However, the overall experience fell short. The desserts were particularly disappointing. The coconut dessert had almost no coconut flavor, and the other dessert was just average—something comparable to what you might find at a street stall.
The restaurant itself was quite empty during our visit, and the overall organization and atmosphere did not reflect the level of precision or attention to detail one would expect at this standard.
In the end, it lacked the creativity, depth of flavor, and overall experience I look for in a Michelin-level restaurant.
Now that was a delightful experience. I had the 7 course set menu with wine…
Every course was sublime and exceptional…the wine selection superb and a special thank you …I love your work ..to the new Sommelier who’s just joined the team …amazing knowledge and service ..fantastic selection of wine ..though there’s a promise that it will get better over the next few weeks …
I will include the menu in the post but if you are in HCM City put this on your Must Do List …and such good value too ..
Thank you to the staff ..well done Luke 👏👏👏
Just wonderful. The decor was stunning for a start with a m8x of French Art Deco, Vietnamese and Chinese.
The staff were welcoming, polite, professional and really friendly.
Thank you Trinh for your endless care and attention & friendly service.
We chose Alacarte instead of the degustation set menu.
Loved everything we ordered.
5star presentation. 5star flavour and execution. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant which we have resisted for years thinking it was too posh for us. Not at all. We felt at home thr minute we walked in.
Thank you Luke Nguyen for your passion, enthusiasm and dedication to exceptionally good food.
This restaurant is a credit to you
