The Story

About This Place

The name borrows from Cheongdam-dong, the upscale Seoul district synonymous with quality and a certain studied confidence — and that reference sets the tone for what Cheongdam BBQ & Sushi is doing on a quiet Thao Dien side street. The restaurant spans two culinary registers: tableside grilling of butcher-selected cuts on one hand, sushi and Japanese-style preparations on the other. The butcher shop designation is not incidental — it signals a supply chain that starts before the kitchen, with attention to how the meat is sourced and broken down before it reaches the grill.

With 1,087 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars, this is one of the more consistently rated dining rooms in the neighborhood, a figure that reflects repeat visits rather than novelty traffic. Thao Dien has no shortage of Korean BBQ options, but the sushi component and the integrated butcher element give Cheongdam a dual identity that draws both the grill-first crowd and guests who want raw fish alongside their charcoal course.

Doors open at 8 AM daily, well ahead of the dinner-only rhythm typical of BBQ-focused venues — the butcher counter likely drives the early trade, with retail cuts available for home cooks alongside the restaurant operation. By evening the room shifts gear toward the social, smoke-at-the-table experience that defines this category.

For a neighborhood where the dining scene skews toward Western and fusion, Cheongdam represents a Korean and Japanese axis executed with enough seriousness to have built a substantial local following. The combination of grilled meat, sushi, and a working butcher counter in one address remains an uncommon pairing in Thao Dien.

korean-style grilled meatssushi and japanese-style raw fishbutcher-counter cutsdual bbq and sushi conceptall-day hours from 8 am
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Menu Highlights

What to order at CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

  • Beef Hotpot ( Beef Chilin Lings Hotpot ) at CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

    Beef Hotpot ( Beef Chilin Lings Hotpot )

    700k VND

  • Army Hotpot at CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

    Army Hotpot

    583k VND

  • Pork Steamed Beef Horki ( Soullder Bllimchi Steaw ) at CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

    Pork Steamed Beef Horki ( Soullder Bllimchi Steaw )

    562k VND

  • Pork Ribs ( Mackerel Kimchi ) at CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

    Pork Ribs ( Mackerel Kimchi )

    562k VND

  • Pork Kimchi Noodles ( Pork Kichi Stew ) at CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

    Pork Kimchi Noodles ( Pork Kichi Stew )

    497k VND

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Visit Tips

Visiting CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI

  • Breakfast available: Opens by 8 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Saigon.

  • Menu starts from: 130k VND, based on 19 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 775 025 192 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: group dinner, date night, meat lovers, long weekend meals.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Food

Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Soft-Boiled Egg

Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Soft-Boiled Egg

Fresh Seafood Platter

Fresh Seafood Platter

Korean Egg Pancake

Korean Egg Pancake

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The image depicts the interior of a modern restaurant or bar in Thao Dien, Saigon. It features booth-style seating with brown cushioned benches, woode

The image depicts the interior of a modern restaurant or bar in Thao Dien, Saigon. It features booth-style seating with brown cushioned benches, woode

A woman is dining at a restaurant in Thao Dien, Saigon, with multiple Vietnamese dishes on the table. The table features various dishes including spri

A woman is dining at a restaurant in Thao Dien, Saigon, with multiple Vietnamese dishes on the table. The table features various dishes including spri

The image depicts the exterior of a business establishment located in Thao Dien, Saigon. A prominent neon signboard displays the name 'Chien Coam Cau'

The image depicts the exterior of a business establishment located in Thao Dien, Saigon. A prominent neon signboard displays the name 'Chien Coam Cau'

A bustling restaurant interior in Thao Dien, Saigon, featuring brown tufted leather booths, wooden tables, and a black table filled with various dishe

A bustling restaurant interior in Thao Dien, Saigon, featuring brown tufted leather booths, wooden tables, and a black table filled with various dishe

Nighttime exterior of a restaurant named 'CHONGGLAM BBQ' with prominent neon signage. The sign features Korean text '정담', 'SINCE 1992', address '8 ĐƯỜ

Nighttime exterior of a restaurant named 'CHONGGLAM BBQ' with prominent neon signage. The sign features Korean text '정담', 'SINCE 1992', address '8 ĐƯỜ

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Where is CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI located?
CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI is located at 6 Đ. Số 11, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam. It is situated in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
What is CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI known for?
CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI is a restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City known for korean-style grilled meats, sushi and japanese-style raw fish, butcher-counter cuts, dual bbq and sushi concept, all-day hours from 8 am. It has a 4.8 rating based on 1274 reviews.
What are the opening hours of CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI?
CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI is typically open 8 AM–11 PM (Monday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
Does CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI accept reservations?
Yes, you can contact CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI to make a reservation by calling +84 775 025 192. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.
How expensive is CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI?
CHEONGDAM BBQ & SUSHI is considered moderately priced for the Ho Chi Minh City area. It is a popular restaurant suitable for group dinner, date night, meat lovers.
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