The Racha Room occupies a compact, low-lit space on Xuân Thủy where an industrial-meets-modern interior — exposed textures, considered lighting — creates the kind of room that makes evenings run long. The kitchen leans Thai, with a seriousness that earns it. A short rib massaman curry arrives stewed in coconut milk with purple onion, served alongside roti canai in a pairing that has become something of a signature. The grilled pork jowl salad with tamarind sauce and Thai coriander draws specific return visits. The menu extends further — truffle mushroom dumplings with black vinegar, crab glass noodle stir-fried with basil and daisy flowers, stir-fried frog thighs in satay and Thai chili — covering enough ground to reward exploration without losing a coherent identity.
The bar, though, is the headline act. Across a high volume of reviews, the cocktail program is consistently described as among the better ones in Saigon — bartenders who adjust mocktails and drinks to taste, pours that are not skimped on during ladies nights, and a general competence that feels deliberate rather than accidental. Music is curated to match the room's mood rather than filling silence. Weekend hours push to 1 AM.
The crowd is a mix of long-term expats, weekly regulars, and visitors who found it and returned. Staff earn name-checks in reviews with unusual frequency — a reliable signal about floor consistency. Prices hold up well against Thao Dien's cost-of-location premium, with portions that justify the tab.
What distinguishes it from the neighborhood's other evening spots is that neither the kitchen nor the bar operates as the other's support act. The tom yum soup and oysters have their advocates; the massaman curry with roti has staying power. It functions equally well as a dinner destination or a late stop for drinks, which keeps it relevant across different kinds of nights.
Short Rib Massaman Curry
410k VND
Massaman Curry Beef Stew with Purple Onions and Coconut Milk
Beef ribs stewed in curry
380k VND
Massaman curry beef stew with purple onion and coconut milk
Crab glass noodle stir-fried with curry
238k VND
Chicken eggs, scallions, basil leaves, daisy flowers
Stir-fried frog thighs
173k VND
Satay, garlic, bell pepper, Thai chili sauce
Soft Tofu
162k VND
Ganoderma mushrooms, Sichuan sauce with lotus roots stewed together
Full menu below · prices in VND.
We had such a good time here - the Ladies Night’s drinks were fantastic. They were not stingy with the alcohol at all 🤤 Thai food was served here and the pork jowl was my favourite. 10/10 would come back here for the food. Oh, and bartenders are such a friendly bunch, these people always make the experience better 💯 Highly recommended, will come back again!
Joyce is a best friend and cashier. She is super nice and helpful. Best of the best staff. Nice place, best drinks! The boss is going around, offer you nice shot. Food always nice and drinks always pay attention to tour need. Please try and share your thoughts!!!! Yayyyyyyyy good spot in Thao Dien
Great place to chill and enjoy authentic Asian flavours and drinks, music was on point too. Not overwhelming. Amazing Thai food cooked by Chef Trung, great balance of flavours and very authentic tasting . Cuong is a very attentive host with a friendly ,approachable aura. Prices are excellent considering portion sizes and location. Will definitely be back soon!
I’ve been in Ho Chi Minh for almost 3 years and this spot is my go-to whenever I miss home. The Thai food is super tasty, flavorful, and just hits the spot. Staff are really friendly too, especially Hai❤️ who always takes good care of me. Definitely a place I keep coming back to every week!
The atmosphere's chill and friendly, the staff are nice and considerable, easy-going. I like the way lighting were set up in a quite small but cozy space. As a bespoken bar, I can request the staff to adjust mocktail taste, very nice.
Open late: Doors stay open past 5 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.
Breakfast available: Opens by 5 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Saigon.
Menu starts from: 27k VND, based on 28 priced items on the public menu.
Reservations: Call +84 902 931 412 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
Best for: cocktail nights, date night, group dinner, late-night drinks.
Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.
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