Arata pasta - Italian restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City

A cozy little spot with a warm and intimate atmosphere. The space is a bit small, so I’d say it’s best suited for couples or small groups of 2–3 people. All the pasta dishes are easy to enjoy, but my personal favorite is the Tom Yum seafood pasta creamy, tangy and slightly spicy, with a really interesting flavor. Definitely a dish I’d come back for! A lovely place for a cozy meal if you’re looking for something a little different in Saigon.

Food was just normal, nothing special, the taste was honestly quite lacking despite its eye-catching presentation. Most importantly, I really disliked how dirty the bathroom was. I generally do not trust restaurants that don't bother to keep their bathroom tidy.

The food was in not transcendent for an Italian restaurant. We ordered first some salads then the main but they still gave us all the dishes at the same time... This mistake made the main dish (fried beef with green curry) taste not pleasant since the pasta were soggy. But I would recommand the beef teriyaki pasta the beef was very good, even though in my opinion there were not enough meat. But the drinks are nices. I recommend the peach hibiscus with cinnamon one if you like sour drink ! Now lets talk about the service. First and foremost you absolutely need a reservation and you need to come on time. Not in advance else you'll have to wait outside. Expect for that, if you mind the hygiene of the cooks, the one which was making the salad still had a ring on... And a quick reminder even if you wash your hands with the ring on. It still keeps the moisture and bacteria... I wouldn't mind if they had gloves on but he was bare handed. Another slight downside is that when we finished and paid, no one was really paying attention to open the door to let us go through. They were even gathered in front of the exit which made it difficult to leave. Important to know also they do not take credit cards. Its only cash or giving them money through a QR code which is probably a bank transfer thing. Finally the vibe of the restaurant is nice and cozy it is a good place to date if you take the right food, and ask for it to be prepared in a certain order to not having to eat cold beef meat... Also, too expensive for the quality but its a personal opinion.

This café offers a cozy atmosphere with a menu that’s perfect for a casual brunch or dinner. The dishes were beautifully presented, especially the crispy fried shrimp salad and the creamy pasta. The shrimp were fresh and crunchy, while the salad was refreshing with a nice balance of textures. The pasta was rich, creamy, and comforting, paired well with the crispy cutlet on the side. However, the service was a little slow, especially during busy hours, so be prepared to wait a bit for your food. The café itself is quite small, and if you’re seated at the counter near the open kitchen, you may notice cooking smells lingering throughout your meal. Overall, the food was enjoyable and well worth trying. If you don’t mind a slightly longer wait and can get a table away from the kitchen, you’ll likely have a much better dining experience. ✨

Very lowkey spot tucked away in a small unassuming alley. I’m guessing it’s popular online - house was full on a Monday night. I was lucky enough to secure the last kitchen bar seat. I had the teriyaki pasta with steak and tiramisu - both were great and at a good price. I’m especially impressed with the quality of the steak. Correct cut and cooked to medium rare perfection. Open kitchen and a tiny bit rundown facilities (AC was dripping on me a little so I proactively changed to the neighboring seat 🤣) which adds to that local authenticity. I imagine this place is run & owned by the city’s youngest and most daring people.