Pasta Fresca Thảo Điền - Italian restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City

This is hands down my FAVORITE Italian food in Saigon. The flavor of each dish I have tried has been wonderful and very notable homemade, it tastes like genuine Italian food with no exceptions anywhere. The service has always been phenomenal, going above and beyond to ensure that we were comfortable and cared for, and even going out of their way to mention that rain was coming and asked how we were getting home to make sure we would be safe. I really can't say enough good things, and can only encourage you to go try for yourself.

I’ve been here many times and the food is always excellent—fresh, flavorful, and consistent. However, service could really use improvement. Staff are often inattentive, which affects the overall experience. Still worth visiting for the food, but hoping to see better service soon.

Tucked away in the heart of District 2, this Italian restaurant is a true culinary gem. The pizza might take a little time to arrive, but trust me—it’s worth every second of the wait. The dough is spot-on: light, airy, and full of flavor, with that unmistakable taste that transports you straight to Italy. The pasta dishes are equally impressive, crafted with care and bursting with authentic Italian flair. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in every plate they serve. If there’s one small bémol, it’s the side offerings—breadsticks and pizza dough served alongside are a bit too dry and plain, with the sticks leaning toward overly hard. But honestly, that’s a minor note in an otherwise fantastic dining experience. The ambiance adds to the charm: cozy, welcoming, and perfect for a relaxed evening out. Whether you're a pizza purist or just craving a taste of Italy, this spot delivers.

I wasn’t expecting to have fantastic Italian style pizza in Vietnam but I did! I ordered a Margherita and an Italian Salami pizza which were both so delicious that my family and I gobbled them right up! Definitely check this place out, you won’t be disappointed!

The food was outstanding, the service was extra lovely and the restaurant has a cozy vibe. I would rate this place 11/10 if I could, and would definately come back! ✅ Pros: - Food was delicious! We were 2 people and ordered Burrata Salad (319k) - came with bread & pesto, Gorgonzola spaghetti (230k) - with walnuts on top (who knew it would be a perfect combo!), Half Cheese & Half Capo Spicy Pizza (309k) - love the cheese and the other half was not too spicy - The portion is large enough for 2 people, we were extra full at the end - Waiter was very lovely and helpful with choosing menu - You will get free bread for appetisers after ordering and it was not bad at all - Cozy and nice decoration, great for couple dates - Open pizza making space so you get a full view of how your pizza is made - Free chocolate dessert if you check-in. The cake was superb! - Free motorcycle parking, remember to ask the waiter for a stamp ❌Cons: - It was a little hot since we sit out door in saigon summer