Michelin Guide and the turning point of Vietnamese cuisine

When Michelin Guide officially present in Vietnam in 2023, a new chapter has opened for the local cuisine. Not only is it a prestigious milestone, the presence of Michelin also marks international recognition for culinary values distilled from tradition and sublimated by creativity. In Saigon - the dynamic and colorful center of Vietnamese cuisine - Michelin has created a new wave, where restaurants not only serve food, but also bring memorable experiences for all senses.

Michelin – More than just a food list

The Michelin star is never an easy feat to achieve. It is a symbol of excellence, of the constant desire to reach the pinnacle in every dish. For chefs, restaurateurs and gourmets, a Michelin star is not simply an award – it is an affirmation of class, of the spirit of perseverance in pursuing perfect quality.

The origin story of the Michelin Guide

Few would have guessed that a globally recognized culinary icon started out as… a tire brand. First released in the early 20th century, Michelin Guide is a guide for French drivers in need of quality stops – Michelin has included restaurants in its recommended list. From there, a global culinary guide was born.

5 criteria to become a Michelin restaurant

A Michelin-starred restaurant must strike the perfect balance between:

• Quality of input materials
  
• Cooking techniques and flavor blending
  
• The chef's personality and mark
  
• Consistency in service quality
  
• Value for money and customer experience
  

What’s special is that Michelin doesn’t only honor luxurious fine dining restaurants. Simple yet excellent and impressive eateries can still be named.

List of Michelin restaurants in Saigon (2025)

Hoi An Sense

📍 Rooftop, 12 Phan Ke Binh, District 1 / 17:30 – 23:00
Recreating the beauty of the old town right in the heart of Saigon, Michelin Hoi An Sense Restaurant conquers diners with its meticulous three-region menu, heritage architecture and exemplary fine dining service spirit.

Coco Dining

📍 143 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1 | 18:00 – 23:00
A space that blends modernity and classic Asia. Coco Dining is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Saigon that stands out with its 12-course tasting menu inspired by 5 Vietnamese culinary philosophies, presented as a work of art. In addition, Coco Dining is one of the few restaurants to receive a Michelin star. 

ST25 by KOTO

📍 2nd Floor, Sofitel Saigon Plaza, 17 Le Duan, District 1 | 18:00 – 23:00
Michelin restaurant ST25 by KOTO combines social responsibility with top-notch cuisine. ST25 rice is elevated through creative dishes, in an interactive open kitchen space.

CieL

📍 50 6/3 Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City | 17:30 – 23:00
Nestled in a quiet villa, CieL brings a Nordic breath combined with French techniques and Vietnamese ingredients - a unique fusion on the banquet table. With a luxurious space, sophisticated dishes, the restaurant received a Michelin star in a completely convincing way.

Nén Light

📍 122/2 Tran Dinh Xu, District 1 | 18:00 – 21:30
Cuisine here is a storytelling journey – each season, each ingredient is a slice of culture and memory. From the lighting to the 9-course menu, every detail exudes artistic spirit.

by TUNG

📍 31–33 Dang Dung, District 1 | 18:00 – 23:30
Creative, innovative, poetic. The dishes are exquisitely shaped, imbued with the chef's personality, bringing a high-class culinary experience true to the standards of a Michelin restaurant in Saigon.

Bo Kho Ganh

📍 029 Lot H, Ngo Gia Tu Apartment, District 10 | 7:00 – 22:00
A humble but brave eatery. A bowl of rich beef stew, served with bread or noodles, has made Vietnamese street food named in the Michelin awards. 

Du Yen

📍 26B Street 10, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City | 6:00 – 21:00
Rustic yet refined. Michelin-starred Du Yen Restaurant scores points for its authentic Vietnamese dishes presented with exquisite flair – from butterfly flower spring rolls to vegetarian Hue cakes wrapped in banana leaves.

Hue-style beef noodle soup Ms. Nhu

📍 274/29 Vo Van Tan, District 3 | 11:00 – 20:00

 Hidden in a small alley, this traditional Hue beef noodle shop retains the true flavor of Central Vietnam - clear broth, rich toppings, rich shrimp paste, is a prominent place mentioned in the Michelin 2025 award. 

Bep Me In

📍 136 Le Thanh Ton, District 1 | 10:30 – 22:30
A space imbued with Vietnamese culture and familiar dishes that are cherished. Mother In's Kitchen is proof that Michelin always makes room for honesty and kindness.

Michelin Hoi An Sense Restaurant – Where culinary quintessence and Vietnamese heritage intersect

Hoi An architecture in the heart of the city

Restaurant space michelin Hoi An Sense is like a slice of Vietnamese life in ancient Hoi An. The red tiled roof, each detail of wood is meticulously hand-carved or the small lake shimmering with colorful lanterns and floating flower lanterns, all open up a nostalgic, intimate and romantic scene in the heart of Saigon. 

Cuisine as a cultural symphony

As a Michelin restaurant with a distinct appeal, varied menu from central specialties such as banh beo, banh bot loc, com hen to signature dishes of the land of Hoi An such as banh hoa hong, cao lau, all are carefully taken care of from the selection of ingredients, cooking to presentation, each dish is a work of art crystallized from the inheritance and creation of long-standing processing techniques. At michelin restaurant Hoi An Sense, the dishes lead diners on a journey to discover Vietnamese culture through each layer of taste.

Fine dining service with Vietnamese spirit

One of the factors that makes Hoi An Sense a Michelin restaurant that customers return to is the professional and attentive service. Every gesture, smile and introduction to the dishes all convey a sense of friendliness and professionalism. From a fine-dining restaurant to a Michelin award list, Hoi An Sense always maintains its service quality at every moment.

Experience Michelin Hoi An Sense restaurant – Vietnamese essence, Michelin standard

If you are looking for a place to Enjoy exquisite Vietnamese cuisine in a heritage space, come to Michelin Hoi An Sense restaurant. This is not just a dinner, but a journey of emotions, of art, and of devotion – all wrapped up in an authentic Michelin experience.