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Brick Factory Restaurant
Experience the familiar flavors of home-cooked meals at Cục Gạch Quán, the ideal destination for family gatherings or enjoying a rustic atmosphere amidst the hustle and bustle of Saigon. Upon entering, you'll be immediately captivated by the classic decor, from the dark brown tables and chairs, the antique French chopstick holders, to the chipped tableware, transporting diners back in time to a traditional home-cooked meal with their grandparents and parents.
The space at Cục Gạch Quán was designed by architect Trần Bình, who specializes in using his magical touch to "recreate" contemporary Vietnamese spaces and is also the owner of the quán.
Classic music fills the restaurant's atmosphere, transporting diners to a nostalgic setting, creating a warm, intimate, and endearing ambiance. The diverse menu promises to satisfy even the most discerning customers.
A meal full of the rich flavors of home.
Crispy pickled eggplant with a spicy galangal and garlic flavor, soft and chewy rice, sweet and sour stir-fried ribs, tender and flavorful stir-fried sweet potato leaves with mushrooms, dried beef and papaya salad, pork belly with shrimp paste, rich and savory catfish and mustard greens soup... these are some of the delicious, rustic dishes lavishly presented in traditional tableware, adding a touch of authentic countryside flavor to a meal.
With its beautiful ambiance and diverse menu, Cục Gạch Quán promises to offer you a wonderful culinary experience in the heart of vibrant Saigon.
Mountain Reduction
Located at 36 Le Loi Street, District 1, Mountain Retreat is a restaurant well worth a visit. The space is situated on the rooftop of a building. Stepping up the stairs, diners are greeted by a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, with cement walls, red bricks, earthenware bowls and vases, rustic tables and chairs, hanging lanterns, and delicate brocade patterns beautifully and harmoniously decorated.
Mountain Retreat is a green, "healing" space, true to its name.
It's hard to resist the exquisite flavors of the countryside, from the steaming bowl of fragrant, sticky white rice to the enticing pork rib and pickled mustard greens soup, or the savory boiled pork with pickled eggplant infused with shrimp paste. The quail eggs wrapped in minced meat, coated in a crispy layer of rice flakes, and the savory-sweet braised pork with crispy pork cracklings are a delightful experience. A special feature of Mountain Retreat is the visually pleasing presentation of each dish. Dishes are typically served on classic glazed ceramic plates with blue floral patterns on the edges or lined with banana leaves for a subtle touch.
The diverse menu offers diners many choices, presented simply yet impressively.
The cocktails, fruit juices, mocktails, and teas all exude a modern, creative vibe, making guests want to relax, lean back in their chairs, and immerse themselves in each exquisite flavor. As the endless stream of Saigon cars stretches out below, shimmering in the city lights at night, you'll find it delightful and captivating to slow down at Mountain Retreat. Any desire to return to the hustle and bustle of city life vanishes in the peaceful atmosphere of the cafe.
A peaceful home-cooked meal on the rooftop, gazing at the glittering Saigon cityscape at night.
Bui Restaurant
Bui Ngo Van Nam restaurant is memorable not only for being owned by Miss Vietnam Mai Phuong Thuy but also as a favorite culinary spot for many diners. In a modern, elegant space that still retains the cozy atmosphere of a home-cooked meal, gentle melodies by Trinh Cong Son, Ngo Thuy Mien, and Pham Duy are played from small speakers, offering diners moments of peace and tranquility.
Modern glass frames, robust wooden architecture, and open spaces create a nostalgic, captivating Indochine-style aesthetic.
Here, gifts from home are encapsulated in every bite of food, delicious and full of flavor. Modern glass windows, robust wooden architecture, and an open space create a nostalgic, captivating Indochine-style atmosphere. The murals, antique ceramic vases, tables, chairs, and dish cabinets all bear the mark of old Saigon, creating a space that is both relaxing and alluring.
Northern visitors will enjoy familiar dishes such as eel, snails stewed with banana and tofu, sour plum soup with pork ribs, crab spring rolls, fresh spring rolls, pho rolls, or La Vong fish cakes. The rich flavor of eel or snails blends with the creamy richness of tofu, the pungent aroma of perilla and scallions, evoking sweet memories of early summer rainy nights. The stir-fried daylily flowers, with their subtly sweet and fragrant taste, bring back nostalgic feelings about those lush green flower trellises as summer draws to a close.
Each dish is prepared with meticulous care and attention to detail.
The restaurant's special feature is its lush green balcony shaded by bamboo and coconut trees, allowing diners to relax and enjoy nature. During the day, the green foliage soothes the sweltering heat of Saigon. At night, the twinkling lights create a warm and gentle atmosphere, like a garden of paradise, where customers can enjoy quality time with friends and family.
