Top-Rated restaurants in District 1 near The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel

Inspired by the alleys of Saigon that have become cultural symbols for many years, The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel cleverly brings the rustic soul of Saigon into every design and architectural detail. In every hallway, in the lobby, or even when sitting in a corner of The Nest restaurant or Bason cafe right in the lobby, slices of memory, where each wall, each window whispers the story of an old Saigon, cleverly displaying both intimacy and splendor.

In the countless alleys crisscrossing this sleepless city, let’s explore with us a few unique alleys just a few minutes’ walk from The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel, as small suggestions for you to walk along the bustling streets, then turn into an alley, seemingly without an appointment, but unexpectedly surprising.

Top recommended restaurants in district 1

Alley 74 Hai Ba Trung, Sai Gon Ward

Alley 74 Hai Ba Trung is not far behind the City Theater, the entrance is an old archway that still bears traces of time, passing through the archway is a large yard and a row of houses on the left. Here, starting in 1881, the French built an opium factory on the old Paul Blanchy Street, which was also the largest opium factory in Indochina at that time. After many historical ups and downs, today, Alley 74 Hai Ba Trung is known as a high-class culinary alley, with many luxurious bars and restaurants in District 1.

The Refinery – can be said to be one of the first restaurants to appear at this address and still maintains the position of a French-style bistro – wine bar in the heart of the city until today. The restaurant is open from 11am to 11pm every day.

Hoa Tuc – serves contemporary Vietnamese cuisine in a cozy, romantic space with a creative menu. The restaurant has been recognized by Michelin for 3 consecutive years 2023-2024-2025.

LAVA Cuisine & Lounge – LAVA’s architecture simulates a lava cave and serves Asian – European fusion cuisine as well as premium cocktails mixed by a large number of bartenders who are always ready to satisfy all customer experience needs. The restaurant serves cuisine from 6pm to 9:30pm and the lounge area from 9:30pm to 2am the next morning.

Fume – Brings a culinary adventure with roots in the quintessence of Japanese cuisine, infused by the chef with his own creative cooking styles thanks to the influence and subtle combination with the processing techniques of French cuisine. Fume’s Omakase menu is always renewed every 6 weeks with selected ingredients imported directly from Japan. The restaurant is open from 5:30pm to 10pm every day.

Apartment 63 Dong Du, Saigon Ward

Just the following 2 names are enough for anyone to remember the old apartment complex 63 Dong Du, located precariously at the corner of Dong Du – Dong Khoi intersection, always bustling and crowded.

Layla Eatery & Bar – Layla was founded from sleepless nights in the bustling city, where a little taste of a passionate cocktail blends with a little excitement in the stomach when the night has come. The bar serves a variety of cocktails with hot dishes with the flavors of traditional Australian dishes, absolutely loyal to the rusticity and originality of each dish’s ingredients.

L’Entrecôte – Social Meating – L’entrecôte in French means a type of beef cut from the middle of the rib, commonly known as T-bone (rib-eye steak). This is a boneless piece of beef, suitable for grilling or pan-frying. A restaurant serving French-style steaks right in the heart of Saigon, combined with signature sauces, appetizers and desserts are all carefully selected.

Alley 71 Mac Thi Buoi, Saigon Ward

Lac Thai – As one of the oldest Thai restaurants in Saigon combined with the owner’s passion for collecting antique furniture, Lac Thai is an indispensable name on the list of diners passionate about Thai cuisine right in the heart of Saigon. With more than 25 years at this first address and now opening many other branches throughout the city, Lac Thai in this very nostalgic alley is worth a visit.

Lost – Drink & Chill – There are many bars that are symbols of Saigon’s nightlife, where the quintessence and secrets of the city are preserved, when you set foot in Lost you can easily feel that. Cozy space, soft lighting, seats not too cramped, not too far away, creating an intimate space, ideal for every meeting.

Apartment 151 Dong Khoi, Saigon Ward

Kohei’s bar – Founded by Kohei, a veteran in the F&B industry from Tokyo who has opened countless famous bars in major cities in Asia. With endless curiosity about the connection between people and modern urban lifestyle, at the newest bar bearing his name and located in an old apartment building right in the heart of Saigon, Kohei promises to bring cocktail experiences where the dialogue between diners is truly the center of the space.

Korokoro – The name of the bar carries the whole meaning of fun and cuteness, which is also the feeling that the Tokyo owner wants every diner to be able to feel. The restaurant’s dishes are inspired by the owner’s family cooking and Chinese culinary experiences during his time living and working in Shanghai. Korokoro offers a cozy dining location, original sake, and izakaya dishes for diners to enjoy everyday fun times with friends and acquaintances.