The Complete Guide to Thao Dien, Saigon

Thao Dien is in Thu Duc City, formerly District 2, on the Saigon River, east of District 1.

This guide covers 39 venues in eight groups, from dinner and coffee to spas and gyms. We chose venues in and around Thao Dien with at least 20 Google reviews whose reviews and menus fit the group they sit under. Five sit just outside Thao Dien, and each of those entries says so. Each entry gives the street, the Google rating and review count, and hours and price where our data has them.

Restaurants for dinner

Pizza 4P's Trần Ngọc Diện

Pizza 4P's is on Trần Ngọc Diện and rated 4.9 on Google from 2,561 reviews. Google lists it as a pizza restaurant, and it is open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM. Reviewers praise the pizza. One calls it one of the best they have had, another recommends the cheese platter and the fruit salad with cheese.

Haidilao Huoguo Estella

Haidilao Huoguo 海底捞火锅 Estella is a hot pot restaurant on the third floor of Estella Place on Song Hành, just outside Thao Dien. It is rated 4.9 on Google from 9,901 reviews and open daily from 10 AM to 4 AM. Reviewers praise the friendly service. One reviewer calls the meat good quality, and another advises booking ahead for a weekend dinner. Google lists the price as about 200,000 to 800,000 VND per person.

MOGGUMUNG Korean BBQ Thảo Điền

MOGGUMUNG Korean BBQ Thảo Điền is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Thao Dien and rated 4.9 on Google from 4,269 reviews. Its listing gives no street. It is open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM. Reviewers praise the quality of the meat and the side dishes, and one calls the kimchi excellent. One reviewer says the staff do the grilling for you. Saturdays are busiest around 7 PM.

The Crab Shack Thao Dien

The Crab Shack is on Lê Văn Miến and rated 4.9 on Google from 2,271 reviews. Reviewers praise the seafood. One orders crawfish and king crab legs, another rates the Singapore chili crab highly, and a third likes the seafood boil. The menu also lists fresh oysters, including baked with cheese. On Tuesdays it is open 11 AM to 1:30 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM. Saturdays are busiest around 7 PM.

Baba's Kitchen Indian Restaurant

Baba's Kitchen Indian Restaurant is on Lê Văn Miến and rated 4.8 on Google from 3,160 reviews. It serves North and South Indian dishes and is open daily from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. One reviewer has been coming for seven years and praises the set lunch, another recommends the South Indian thali, and a third praises the lamb samosas. Saturdays are busiest around 7 PM.

NÚC Kitchen & Bar

NÚC Kitchen & Bar is on Nguyễn Đăng Giai and rated 4.9 on Google from 684 reviews. It opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 10:30 PM, except on Mondays, when it closes at 2:30 PM. One reviewer calls the room elegant and cosy. Another praises the lamb and fish dishes.

Nomi 81 Izakaya

Nomi 81 Izakaya is a Japanese izakaya on Trần Não, just outside Thao Dien, rated 4.9 on Google from 2,072 reviews. Google lists it as a wine bar. It is open daily from 5 PM to midnight. Two reviewers mention the view of Landmark 81 across the river. One says the menu runs from hotpot to yakitori.

Quán Bụi Garden 2

Quán Bụi Garden 2 is on Trần Ngọc Diện and rated 4.8 on Google from 574 reviews. It is a Vietnamese restaurant open daily from 7 AM to 11 PM. Reviews call the food fresh and delicious. One praises the summer rolls and the crispy quail eggs, and another has an assorted wrap appetiser. Prices run about 100,000 to 600,000 VND per person.

Nhà Hàng Chay KIM SA

KIM SA is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant on Đường Số 59, rated 4.9 on Google from 1,083 reviews. It is open daily from 10 AM to 8:30 PM. Reviewers praise the food, the friendly service and the big portions. One calls the flavours gourmet, and another enjoyed the open-air garden area.

Coffee and cafes

XLIII Specialty Coffee

XLIII is on Đường Số 2 and rated 5.0 on Google from 3,465 reviews. On Mondays it opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 10:30 PM. Reviewers love the calm, very clean space, where visitors change into indoor slippers. One says the staff walked them through the coffees and their flavour profiles, and another recommends the brownie.

MAMA BARBAR

MAMA BARBAR is on Nguyễn Duy Hiệu and rated 5.0 on Google from 592 reviews. It is open daily from 8 AM to midnight. Google lists it as a coffee shop and brewpub. One reviewer calls the staff exceptional and another warm and welcoming. One says guests can draw on the walls with paints provided, another lists ping pong, darts and Uno, and a third enjoyed the rich cappuccino.

Timber Bistro

Timber Bistro is on Trần Não and rated 5.0 on Google from 386 reviews. It is open daily from 6 AM to midnight. Reviewers describe a cosy, spacious room with comfortable sofas and modern furniture, and one mentions a wooden fireplace. One has made the almond ice-blended latte a weekly habit.

LOST & SOUGHT

Lost & Sought is a bakery cafe on Đường Số 5 and rated 5.0 on Google from 324 reviews. It opens at 7 AM and closes at 7 PM, except on Tuesdays, when it is closed. Reviewers praise the coffee, the matcha and the calm atmosphere. One recommends the cranberry cheesecake, and another lists sourdough among the baking.

L' Apella Cafe & Lounge

L' Apella is on Đường Số 16 and rated 4.9 on Google from 1,509 reviews. Google lists it as a cocktail bar, coffee shop and live music bar. Reviewers praise the beautiful architecture and interior, and one mentions high-quality drinks with light jazz in the background. One reviewer mentions the afternoon tea and desserts, and another says the staff are friendly.

No Honey

No Honey, No Monkey is on Đường Số 10 and rated 5.0 on Google from 239 reviews. It is open from 8 AM to 11:30 PM daily, except Mondays, when it closes at 10 PM. One reviewer calls the staff amazing and attentive. Another loves the tropical vibe and the cocktails, another calls the Olive you long time Mary the best cocktail they have had this year, and a third liked the rooftop seating.

Brunch and casual meals

WKND

WKND is on Tống Hữu Định and rated 4.8 on Google from 2,683 reviews. It is open daily from 7:30 AM to 10 PM. Reviewers praise the generous portions and the food. One recommends the Eggs Benedict, and another says the prices are a bit high but worth paying. Prices run about 200,000 to 600,000 VND per person. Saturdays are busiest around noon.

SOKO Cake Bake & Brunch

SOKO is on Xuân Thủy and rated 4.8 on Google from 2,341 reviews. The menu includes avocado, matcha and salted caramel croissants. One reviewer calls the pastries fresh and beautifully made. Another says the food looks good and tastes good. It opens at 9 AM on weekdays and 8 AM at weekends, and closes at 10 PM every day.

Eddie's New York Deli & Diner

Eddie's (District 2) New York Deli & Diner is an American diner at 71 Thảo Điền, rated 4.7 on Google from 1,734 reviews. Google lists it as a diner, deli, brunch and breakfast restaurant. It is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. Reviewers describe a classic 1950s American diner feel. One reviewer recommends the Tex Mex skillet, and another praises the milkshake, fries and French silk pie. Saturdays are busiest around 11 AM.

Bakeries and sweets

Bakes Thao Dien

Bakes Thao Dien (French Bakery & Cafe) is a bakery, bistro and cafe at 16 Thảo Điền, rated 4.7 on Google from 2,082 reviews. It is open daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, and Google lists the price as about 100,000 to 200,000 VND per person. Reviewers describe a cosy room and friendly staff. One reviewer calls the croissant the best they have had in Ho Chi Minh City, and others mention the orange cake and the tiramisu. One reviewer found it hard to find a table at 11 AM. Saturdays are busiest around 7 PM.

Coco paris

Coco Paris is on Đường Đỗ Quang and rated 5.0 on Google from 675 reviews. It is open daily from 3 PM to 10 PM. Reviewers praise the waffles, which are crisp outside and soft inside. One singles out the Sky Waffle with banana and also enjoyed the churros.

Mr. Pie bakery

Mr. Pie Bakery is on Nguyễn Cừ and rated 4.9 on Google from 342 reviews. Reviewers praise the pies and the friendly staff. The menu includes a mini mixed berry pie and a green pepper steak pie. It is open Monday to Saturday from 8 AM to 9 PM and on Sundays from 9 AM to 7 PM. Prices run about 100,000 to 200,000 VND per person.

Dulce de Saigon

Dulce de Saigon is on Đường số 54 and rated 5.0 on Google from 133 reviews. On Fridays it is open from 8 AM to 9 PM. One reviewer praises the cookies, sweets and cinnamon bun and the friendly staff, and another recommends the Chipotle Chick sandwich in an airy space.

Peppe's Forno

Peppe's Forno is on Nguyễn Bá Huân and rated 4.9 on Google from 202 reviews. The menu includes meatball and Pugliese focaccia sandwiches. One reviewer praises the tiramisu as creamy. Another says the shop feels like a home kitchen. It is open from 8 AM to 9 PM from Tuesday to Sunday, and closed on Mondays. Prices run about 100,000 to 200,000 VND per person.

Bars and evening drinks

Chênh Vênh Rooftop

Chênh Vênh Rooftop is a rooftop beer garden at 7 Đường số 54, rated 4.9 on Google from 4,628 reviews. Google lists hours for Monday only, from 4:30 PM to 12:30 AM. Reviewers praise the view of Landmark 81, and one says the drinks are reasonably priced. One reviewer mentions music shows at weekends, and another says the entrance is hidden in a basement. Saturdays are busiest around 9 PM.

Pasteur Street Craft Beer Thảo Điền

Pasteur Street is on Xuân Thủy and rated 4.9 on Google from 1,775 reviews. Reviewers like the friendly staff, and one calls the space cosy. One praises the many kinds of draft beer and the reasonably priced snacks, and another calls it the best craft beer in the city. On Tuesdays it is open from 4 PM to 11 PM, and Saturdays are busiest around 8 PM.

Spas and massage

Léa Beauty Quận 2

Léa Beauty Quận 2 is on Số 20 and rated 5.0 on Google from 832 reviews. It is open daily from 9 AM to 8:30 PM. Google lists it as a spa and cosmetics store. Reviewers praise the professional, attentive staff. One rates the hot stone massage and steam sauna highly, and another says the facial was the best they have had.

MỘC NẮNG SPA

MỘC NẮNG SPA - Chi Nhánh 2 is a spa at 86a Song Hành, just outside Thao Dien, rated 5.0 on Google from 636 reviews. It is open daily from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Reviewers praise the friendly, attentive staff. One reviewer enjoyed the herbal shampoo, another fell asleep during the massage, and one recommends it for pain relief. One reviewer notes there is no parking for cars. Saturdays are busiest around 9 AM.

Golden Lotus Oriental Organic Spa Q2

Golden Lotus is on Đường Số 10 and rated 4.9 on Google from 2,011 reviews. It is open daily from 10 AM to 11 PM. One reviewer praises the hot stone massage, and another likes the sauna and steam bath and the price. One reviewer found it noisy with many children around.

Mầm Gạo Spa

Mầm Gạo Spa is on Quốc Hương and rated 4.9 on Google from 1,694 reviews. It is open daily from 9 AM to 8:30 PM. One reviewer says the pricing is clear and the hot stone massage is worth booking, and another found the staff warm and the space clean, quiet and calming.

Nail salons and manicures

Golden Nail

Golden Nail is on Đường Số 10 and rated 5.0 on Google from 529 reviews. It is open daily from 10 AM to 11 PM. One reviewer calls the technicians skilled and detail-oriented, another praises their technique, and a third says the staff quoted the price before starting.

Ace Nails & Beauty

Ace Nails & Beauty is on Nguyễn Bá Huân and rated 5.0 on Google from 261 reviews. It is open daily from 9 AM to 7 PM. Reviewers praise the friendly, talented staff. One notes the sealed, sterile tool bags used for each client, and another enjoyed a relaxing hair wash.

IMO Nails & Beauty

IMO Nails & Beauty is on Trần Ngọc Diện and rated 4.9 on Google from 725 reviews. It is open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM. Google lists it as a nail salon and eyelash salon. Most reviewers are happy: one praises an ombré gel manicure, and another had GelX with chrome and was seated right away.

The Privé Spa

The Privé Spa is on Thái Ly and rated 4.9 on Google from 653 reviews. It is open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM. Google lists nail, eyelash, facial and massage services. Reviewers praise the professional attitude, the precision and the attention to detail. One says the technicians were fast and the nails came out pretty.

Maria Nail & Spa

Maria Nail & Spa is at 9C Thảo Điền and rated 4.9 on Google from 488 reviews. It is open daily from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Reviewers praise the friendly, careful staff and the clean space. One mentions a relaxing hand and leg massage with a pedicure.

Fitness and classes

Train With Primal

Train With Primal is a fitness centre at 13 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu, rated 4.8 on Google from 459 reviews. It opens 6 AM to 9 PM from Monday to Friday and 9 AM to 5 PM at weekends. One reviewer describes three floors for strength, movement, combat and wellness. Two reviewers took Muay Thai classes, and another calls the kettlebell classes a standout. Reviewers praise the friendly, supportive coaches. Saturdays are busiest around 11 AM.

9ROUND FITNESS THAODIEN

9Round is at 235 Nguyễn Văn Hưởng and rated 5.0 on Google from 337 reviews. It opens Monday to Friday from 6 AM to 8 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 8 AM to 6 PM. Reviewers praise the friendly, professional staff. One says the workouts are well structured and quick, and another says the rates are affordable.

Lecao Athletic Base

LAB is on Quốc Hương and rated 5.0 on Google from 107 reviews. It opens Monday to Friday from 6 AM to 9 PM, and Saturday from 8 AM to 3 PM. It is closed on Sundays. Reviewers praise the professional staff and the welcoming atmosphere. One notes the clean, new equipment, and another names Coach Gabriel as attentive.

BODY SHAPE

Body Shape is on Quốc Hương and rated 4.8 on Google from 176 reviews. It opens Monday to Friday from 6 AM to 9 PM, Saturday from 7 AM to 6 PM and Sunday from 7 AM to 4 PM. Google lists it as a gym, personal trainer and taekwondo school. Reviewers praise the trainers, and one describes personalised classes with lots of encouragement. Another says the equipment suits powerlifting, crossfit and martial arts, and that it was never crowded.

Thao Dien Eco Wellness

Eco Wellness is on Đường Số 12 and rated 4.8 on Google from 58 reviews. It opens Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 9 PM, and on weekends from 8 AM to 6 PM. Google lists it as a yoga studio. Reviewers mention qigong, ballet and morning flow classes, and one praises the homemade kefir, cheese and kombucha.

Before you go

Some open early. Timber Bistro opens at 6 AM daily, NÚC Kitchen & Bar at 6:30 AM, and Quán Bụi Garden 2 at 7 AM. On weekdays, Train With Primal, 9Round and Lecao Athletic Base all open at 6 AM.

Some stay open late. Haidilao Huoguo Estella runs until 4 AM, and Nomi 81 Izakaya, MAMA BARBAR and Timber Bistro run until midnight. Golden Lotus and Golden Nail both close at 11 PM.

Check closing days. Lecao Athletic Base is closed on Sundays, Peppe's Forno closes on Mondays, and Lost & Sought is closed on Tuesdays. Chênh Vênh Rooftop lists Monday hours only.

Saturday peaks differ. WKND is busiest around noon, Pizza 4P's Trần Ngọc Diện around 7 PM, and Mầm Gạo Spa around 4 PM.

FAQ

Which places open before 7 AM? Timber Bistro opens at 6 AM daily and NÚC Kitchen & Bar at 6:30 AM daily. XLIII Specialty Coffee also opens at 6:30 AM on Mondays.

Is Lecao Athletic Base open on Sundays? No. Lecao Athletic Base is closed on Sundays. On Saturdays it opens from 8 AM to 3 PM.

Which brunch spot opens earliest? WKND opens at 7:30 AM daily, the earliest of the brunch venues in this guide.

Which vegetarian restaurant is in this guide? Nhà Hàng Chay KIM SA is open daily from 10 AM to 8:30 PM. Google lists it as a vegetarian and vegan restaurant.

Which spas mention hot stone massage in their reviews? Hot stone massage comes up in reviews for Léa Beauty Quận 2, Golden Lotus Oriental Organic Spa Q2 and Mầm Gạo Spa.