On the occasion of Lunar New Year this year, Ho Chi Minh City will set off fireworks at two locations: high-altitude fireworks at the beginning of the Saigon River tunnel (Thu Thiem Ward, Thu Duc City) and low-altitude fireworks at Dam Sen Cultural Park (Ward 3, District 11). The expected time of fireworks display is 15 minutes from 0:00 to 0:15 on January 22, 2023 (the first day of Tet).
Travellive suggests 6 dining places in the city center, where visitors can enjoy dinner with family and loved ones while fully enjoying the fireworks display to celebrate the New Year.
The Deck Saigon
Address: 38 Nguyen U Di, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Thu Duc City
Opening hours: 08:30
Price: 100,000 VND - 800,000 VND
The Deck Saigon, located along the Saigon River, was introduced by the Guardian (UK) newspaper as one of the best places in the world to relax with music and drinks. It can be affirmed from the beginning that this place is one of the bars with the most beautiful views in Saigon. This place has both indoor and outdoor spaces. The highlight is the outdoor space jutting out onto the Saigon River, which is very cool and quiet. Especially in the afternoon, when the sunset falls, The Deck is extremely peaceful and romantic.
Located on Nguyen U Di Street, District 2, Thu Duc City, The Deck overlooks the magnificent Ho Chi Minh City, giving diners a panoramic view to admire the beautiful fireworks display at the turn of the year.
The Deck Saigon located along the Saigon River is introduced by the Guardian newspaper (UK) as one of the best places in the world to relax with music and drinks.
Kokugyu Japanese BBQ Restaurant
Address: 14th Floor, 124 Tran Quang Khai, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1.
Opening hours: 10:30
Price: 250,000 VND - 500,000 VND
Kokugyu impresses many diners with its famous Japanese Yakiniku table-grilled style, which harmoniously combines grilled meat and vegetables to create a delicious and healthy meal. Each type of meat is served with its own special sauce.
The main color and material used in the restaurant's decor is wooden brown, creating a cozy and classic space, allowing diners to enjoy delicious food while feeling nostalgic in Japanese style. Especially with its central location in District 1 and adjacent to Nguyen Hue walking street, it will help visitors fully enjoy the panoramic view of New Year's Eve fireworks.
Because the restaurant is always crowded, diners should text the restaurant in advance to get the best seats.
Kokugyu is located in the center of District 1 and adjacent to Nguyen Hue walking street, helping visitors fully enjoy the panoramic view of New Year's Eve fireworks.
Social Local - Beer N' Bite
Address: 4th Floor, Saigon Garden, 99 Nguyen Hue, District 1
Opening hours: 16:00
Price: 45,000 VND - 600,000 VND
As a craft beer restaurant, with a 'collection' of nearly a hundred types from Vietnamese craft beer to imported beer from famous beer countries such as: Belgium, Germany, Netherlands,... Social Local - Beer N' Bite brings an open space with a strong Saigon feel for the end of the year.
Here Vietnamese and European dishes with different types of meat and seafood are created to be enjoyed with drinks to create a harmonious culinary experience.
The space at Social Local is divided into many indoor and outdoor areas, especially with a long balcony overlooking the entire Nguyen Hue walking street. You can fully feel the dynamism, depth and beauty of Saigon in the New Year's Eve filled with fireworks from the perspective of Social Local.
Social Local – Beer N' Bite brings an open space with a strong Saigon feel to the end of the year
Sorae Restaurant & Lounge
Address: 24 – 25 Floor, AB Tower, 76A Le Lai, District 1
Opening hours: 17:30
Price: 200,000 VND - 1,000,000 VND
If you are a fan of Japanese food, do not miss Sorae Restaurant & Lounge. This place is known as one of the restaurants with beautiful views in Saigon with Japanese cuisine such as sushi and sashimi. The menu at the restaurant is diverse with fresh ingredients caught from Vietnam and imported from Japan.
Located on the 24th - 25th floors of AB Tower, Sorae naturally becomes one of the best places to view the city at New Year's Eve.
Located on the 24th - 25th floors of AB Tower, Sorae naturally becomes one of the best places to view the city at New Year's Eve.
Chanh Bistro Rooftop Saigon
Address: Rooftop level, 215 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Opening hours: 10:30
Price: 400,000 VND - 700,000 VND
Located at 215 - 217 Ly Tu Trong, Chanh Bistro Rooftop Saigon is characterized by its rooftop restaurant model, specializing in serving diners dishes prepared in true European style. Chanh Bistro Rooftop Saigon has a capacity of 200 guests with a beautiful view of Saigon and promises to be a great place to watch fireworks.
The European-style restaurant menu offers a wide selection of appetizers, main courses and beautifully presented desserts. In addition, the drinks menu with a variety of wines and cocktails brings joyful moments to welcome the New Year with friends and relatives.
Chanh Bistro Rooftop Saigon has a capacity of 200 guests with a beautiful view of Saigon and promises to be a great place to watch fireworks.
ROS – Yacht Club
Address: Bach Dang Wharf, 10B Ton Duc Thang, Ward 1, District 1, HCMC
Opening hours: 07:00
Price: 500,000 VND - 2,000,000 VND
The menu of ROS restaurant is extremely rich and novel, built on the inspiration of Pan-Asian cuisine. Although the dishes are a combination of many different Asian cuisines, they have been adjusted and changed in spices to suit Vietnamese taste. ROS restaurant's dishes are clearly classified into each category: snacks, salads, seafood counter, main dishes, rice and noodles, grilled dishes, etc.
As the night falls, the entire ROS is lit up and ready to make your evening memorable with a series of great nightlife activities. This is a place to bring you and your loved ones to enjoy the New Year's Eve and immerse yourself in the spectacular fireworks display this Lunar New Year.
As the night falls, the entire ROS is lit up and ready to make your evening memorable with a variety of great nightlife activities.
