Nine Vietnamese restaurants to be awarded a Michelin star in the 2025 Michelin Guide.

On the evening of June 5th in Da Nang, the Michelin Guide announced its selection of culinary establishments in Vietnam for 2025, including 181 locations from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang. This number reflects the growth and diversity in Vietnam's culinary landscape, from high-end restaurants to quality, affordable eateries.

The Michelin Guide 2025 list for Vietnam includes a total of 181 dining establishments, comprising: 9 restaurants with one Michelin star (including 1 new restaurant and 1 upgraded restaurant), 2 Michelin green stars (1 new), 63 establishments with Bib Gourmand awards (including 9 new establishments), and 109 establishments selected based on the quality of the food served (including 14 new establishments).

This year, nine restaurants in Vietnam received a Michelin star, an increase of two compared to last year. Among them, CieL (Ho Chi Minh City) received a Michelin star on its first appearance on the selection list, and Coco Dining (Ho Chi Minh City) was upgraded to one Michelin star compared to the previous year.

CieL Restaurant (Ho Chi Minh City) – New: Innovative culinary style with sophisticated preparation techniques and a cozy dining atmosphere. Coco Dining Restaurant (Ho Chi Minh City) – Upgraded: A dining space with a unique style, where Chef Vo Thanh Vuong introduces contemporary cuisine, combining Vietnamese recipes with modern techniques and fermentation methods.

The restaurants awarded one Michelin star include: Gia, Hibana by Koki, Tam Vi (Hanoi); Long Trieu, Anan Saigon, Akuna (Ho Chi Minh City) and La Maison 1888 (Da Nang).

Michelin stars are how the Michelin Guide rates the quality of a restaurant's cuisine. One star is for a place with delicious food worth trying. Two stars are for a restaurant with excellent food quality, worthy of a visit. Three stars is the highest rating, for an exceptional culinary experience, worth traveling to just to enjoy.

Among the new establishments added to the Michelin Guide, 10 are from Hanoi (5 Bib Gourmand, 5 Michelin Selected, and 1 Michelin Green Star), 7 are from Ho Chi Minh City (1 restaurant with one Michelin Star and 6 Michelin Selected), and 7 are from Da Nang (4 Bib Gourmand and 3 Michelin Selected). Additionally, a restaurant in Hanoi was honored with the new Michelin Green Star award – recognizing its remarkable efforts in practicing sustainable and environmentally friendly development.

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of Michelin Guides, said: “This year, we are very proud to see an increase in the number of Michelin-starred establishments, and these establishments boast talented chefs. Many of them have returned to their roots, combining modern cooking techniques to tell stories of their homelands and rediscover the flavors of childhood. At the same time, street food stalls, family-run restaurants, and long-established eateries continue to focus on preserving culinary traditions with authenticity and passion.”

Lamai Garden is the first restaurant in Hanoi to receive a Michelin Green Star. Upgraded in 2022 by chef and founder Tran Hieu Trung, it serves seasonal and vegetarian menus following a "farm-to-table" model that embodies contemporary Vietnamese culture. Diners pass through a garden before entering the open kitchen. The restaurant uses ingredients sourced from its own farm in Phu Tho, including herbs, duck, and black pigs.

In addition, the list of Bib Gourmand 2025 winners (restaurants and eateries serving high-quality food at reasonable prices) has grown to 63 locations, including 9 new establishments honored for serving excellent food at affordable prices. These new Bib Gourmand winners include:

In Hanoi:

Ha Thanh Mansion

Trade Number 37

Eel Vermicelli with Claws (Hoan Kiem District)

Lam Beef Pho

Udumbara

In Da Nang:

Banh Xeo 76 (Da Nang)

Bun Bo Hue Ba Thuong (Da Nang)

Old Homeland

Shamballa

In addition to restaurants awarded Michelin Stars and Bib Gourmand awards, Michelin Guide assessors also recommend other establishments with outstanding culinary quality that have successfully won their hearts. 109 establishments are listed in the Michelin Selected category, with 14 new additions across three cities. The addition of these new establishments to the Michelin Selected list showcases promising new names while also recognizing the consistency and sophistication of culinary craftsmanship in Vietnam's three major culinary centers.

- In Hanoi: Hieu Luc - Hung Yen Tilapia Soup (Hai Ba Trung), Lamai Garden, Chinh Thang Rolled Pho, Tien Pho, Vien Dining

- In Ho Chi Minh City: Oc Ba Co Loc Coc, Hoi An Sense, Nephele, Okra FoodBar, ST25 by KOTO, The Albion by Kirk Westaway

- In Da Nang: Bep Cuon, Bun Rieu Cua 39, Moc

This year, the Michelin Guide also awarded three special prizes to honor outstanding individuals in the Vietnamese culinary industry.

• Young Chef Award winner - Le Viet Hong (CieL restaurant, Ho Chi Minh City), a promising talent born in 1992 with 14 years of experience.
• The Sommelier Award went to Paul Võ (Nephele restaurant, Ho Chi Minh City) for his extensive knowledge and unique approach to wine.
• The Service Award honors Nha Huynh (Man Moi Restaurant, Thu Duc City) for her warm, dedicated, and professional service style.

Phuong Thao is an editor at Travellive magazine. She is passionate about traveling and enjoys capturing moments with her camera in every place she visits. Travel, art, and lifestyle are Phuong Thao's favorite writing topics.

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