ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar - Izakaya restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City
About This Place
ANABA occupies a stretch of Võ Nguyên Giáp in Thao Dien's quieter residential fringe, operating exclusively in the evenings — doors open at 5 PM and the kitchen runs until midnight every night of the week. The izakaya format positions it somewhere between a Japanese gastropub and a proper dining room: the expectation is small plates ordered gradually over the course of a long meal, paced around drinks rather than rushed to a close. That rhythm suits Thao Dien's after-work crowd, which tends to arrive well past 7 PM after the district's traffic settles.
With 99 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars, ANABA has built a consistent following without the volume-driven foot traffic of venues on Xuân Thủy or near the An Phú intersection. Võ Nguyên Giáp runs along the riverside edge of the district, which gives the immediate surroundings a slower, less commercial feel than the cafe-dense interior streets. The bar component is central to the concept — an izakaya without serious drinks is just a Japanese restaurant, and the naming makes the bar parity explicit.
For Thao Dien diners weighing Japanese options, ANABA sits in a distinct lane from the fast-casual sushi counters and the white-tablecloth omakase rooms that have appeared in the district over the past few years. The midnight closing time gives it reach into the later part of the evening that most comparable venues don't cover, making it a practical option for groups whose plans start late or dinners that stretch well past two hours.
Visiting ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar
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Open late: Doors stay open past 5 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.
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Breakfast available: Opens by 5 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Saigon.
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Reservations: Call +84 912 379 713 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: date night, after-work drinks, group dinner, late-night dining.
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Food
Grilled skewers
Soy Beans
Grilled Skewers
Ramen
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A menu displaying various food items and their prices in Vietnamese Dong.
A notice in Korean and Vietnamese announcing a closure for the Lunar New Year holiday from January 26th to February 2nd.
Frequently Asked
- Where is ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar located?
- ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar is located at 45 Võ Nguyên Giáp, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam. It is situated in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- What is ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar known for?
- ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar is a izakaya restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City known for izakaya-style small plates, japanese bar program, late-night dining until midnight, daily dinner service. It has a 4.5 rating based on 99 reviews.
- What are the opening hours of ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar?
- ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar is typically open 5 PM–12 AM (Monday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
- Does ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar accept reservations?
- Yes, you can contact ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar to make a reservation by calling +84 912 379 713. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.
- How expensive is ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar?
- ANABA Japanese Dining & Bar is considered moderately priced for the Ho Chi Minh City area. It is a popular izakaya restaurant suitable for date night, after-work drinks, group dinner.
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