Ho Chi Minh City's food scene offers countless dining options. A chef from a Michelin-listed restaurant in Thao Dien has recommended eight vegetarian restaurants with spacious settings, perfect for groups of four or more.
Du Yen
Location: 26B Street 10, Thao Dien Ward, District 2
Opening hours: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Located in a greenery-filled building in Thao Dien, Du Yen earned a spot on the Michelin Selected 2024 list. The restaurant blends rustic yet elegant Vietnamese architecture with a menu inspired by Vietnamese, Thai, Indian, and Western cuisine.
Signature dishes include lotus salad, butterfly pea rice paper rolls, and Indian-style mushroom-filled crackers.
Prices start at VND100,000 ($3.92) per dish.
Photo by Bich Phuong
Be An Vegetarian Cafe
Location: 99 Nguyen Hue Street, District 1 - 11B Tran Cao Van Street, District 1
Opening hours: 10 a.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Be An Vegetarian Café offers a macrobiotic vegetarian menu across two branches. The restaurant's decor features wood, bamboo, and greenery.
The menu includes Vietnamese classics like broken rice and pho, alongside international options like mushroom pasta and mushroom soup. Unlike many vegetarian restaurants, Be An avoids meat alternatives, using only vegetables.
Dining here costs around VND300,000 ($11.75) per person.
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Shamballa Vegetarian
Location: 17-19 Trinh Van Can Street, and 31 Ly Tu Trong Street, District 1
Opening hours: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
A vegetarian restaurant-lounge hybrid, Shamballa offers a space where guests can enjoy drinks without ordering food. Its two branches feature wooden interiors, greenery, water elements, and soft lighting.
The Vietnamese-Asian fusion menu emphasizes a balance of flavors and textures, using plant-based ingredients like tofu, mushrooms, and herbs. Signature dishes include peanut sauce spring rolls, coconut milk curry, and stir-fried tofu with vegetables. The restaurant also serves a variety of drinks, catering to those who enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
Meals start at VND70,000 ($2.70) per dish.
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Hum Dining
Location: 32 & 34 Vo Van Tan Street, District 3 - 32 D10 Street, Thao Dien Ward, District 2
Opening hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Hum Dining, with three branches, offers a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. In 2021, it was ranked one of the world's top 10 vegetarian restaurants by TripAdvisor readers.
The menu is crafted from vegetables, fruits, and plant-based ingredients with dishes free from MSG and inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine. Menu highlights include salt-and-sesame lotus root, passion fruit and pomelo salad, and herbal hot pot.
Dining here costs around VND400,000 ($15.70) per person.
Photo courtesy of Hum Dining
Du Du Xanh
Location: 178A Hai Ba Trung, Da Kao Ward, District 1
Opening hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Du Du Xanh is a spot for those seeking a peaceful space. The restaurant is surrounded by greenery and designed with a nostalgic touch.
The menu is divided into appetizers, mains, and desserts, catering to Asian tastes. Signature dishes include green papaya salad, shirataki noodle mix, and termite mushroom patties.
Prices start at VND100,000 per dish.
Photo courtesy of Du Du Xanh
Prem Vegetarian Bistro
Location: Level 4, 187/15 Dien Bien Phu Street, District 1
Opening hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Prem Vegetarian Bistro combines Eastern and Western cuisine, featuring dishes like burgers, pasta, and curries, and a selection of vegan pizzas. Drinks include smoothies, juices, Indian-style lassi, and various teas.
The dining space is divided into indoor and garden areas, with seating arranged to ensure privacy, even for large groups.
Meals here cost around VND300,000 ($11.70) per person.
Photo courtesy of Prem Vegetarian Bistro
Pi Vegetarian Saigon
Location: Level 3, 187/15 Dien Bien Phu Street, District 1
Opening hours: 10:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m.
Pi Vegetarian Saigon features a modern three-story space perfect for family and group gatherings.
The menu blends traditional Vietnamese and Asian flavors, including dishes like spring rolls, broken rice, tomato noodle soup bun rieu, hot pots, and sharing plates for groups of three or more.
Dining here costs VND300,000 ($11.70) per person.
Photo by Bich Phuong
Chay Garden
Location: 52 Vo Van Tan Street, District 3 - 52 Xuan Thuy Street, District 2
Opening hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Featured in the Michelin Bib Gourmand guide since 2023, Chay Garden is known for its affordable yet high-quality vegetarian dishes. Its garden-style setting creates an escape in the city.
The Vietnamese-international menu includes coconut curry, tofu with mushroom sauce, and mixed vegetable salad. The restaurant also offers a vegetarian buffet option.
Prices range from VND70,000 to VND330,000 ($2.70 to $13)
Photo by Ngoc Tran
