The best bistros and brasseries Vietnam

Located not far from the Temple of Literature, this French restaurant serves authentic and delicious French bistro cuisine in a newly renovated setting, with a generous wine list. Chef Chon, who works in the kitchen, has over 15 years of experience in French and European cuisine. He has been in charge of the restaurant since its opening in 2015. The establishment is very popular with the expatriate community, the atmosphere is very friendly, with a mixed clientele. There is a home delivery service.

Restaurant opened in 2012. On the north bank of the Perfume River, within the Citadel, the villa is based on the plans of a colonial era building. A very pleasant setting and atmosphere for a restaurant that honors both French and Vietnamese gastronomy. Prefer the Vietnamese option, with very successful classics... Also, bar and ice cream parlour. The establishment is very popular and has become an institution.

The Lighthouse is a superb establishment built from a historic colonial building right in the middle of Ninh Kieu quay. It hosts a quality café-restaurant, a bakery-snack bar, and modern bed & breakfast accommodation consisting of 7 cute apartments overlooking the river. The bakery and restaurant offer a selection of breads and pastries, sandwiches and even a pizza oven to suit everyone's needs and desires.

A rather chic bistro on the edge of the western lake. Very pleasant setting in a villa with a garden for the nice days. Seductive and refined French cuisine. Noble ingredients, careful presentation and a generous wine list. The establishment welcomed the American Secretary of State John Kerry who appreciated the lobster bisque, the salmon on a cedar plank and the lavender crème brûlée. We also recommend the pigeon Wellington and its truffle sauce...

The owners of Cousins have opened this new address near the lake, and the place is true to their philosophy: pleasant atmosphere, shady garden, terrace and outdoor bar. The setting is enchanting. Bistro-style cuisine: foie gras, frogs' legs, snails... oysters, you name it. The wine and spirits list is generous, as are the craft beers. From Monday to Friday, an affordable lunch menu is available. An excellent address, particularly recommended for a romantic dinner.

Building on the success of other Le Gecko establishments in Sapa, owner Mr. Dai recently opened this chalet-restaurant close to the lake and covered market. Quietly set in a small alleyway, the establishment offers a rustic, elegant and warm setting. The menu features excellent French specialties such as duck breast with pepper sauce, Sapa-style tartiflette and beef with mushroom sauce... Vietnamese recipes are not to be outdone, and excellent desserts are also on the menu. Smiling, professional service. Recommended.

Just a stone's throw from the Saigon River in the Dong Khoi district, in the refined setting of a former library, the counter serves French, Italian and Vietnamese cuisine. Open from 6:30 am, it offers breakfasts, lunchtime menus, and a wide selection of à la carte dishes for dinner. Specialties include duck confit, salmon tournedos and delicious homemade crepes. Recommended.

The Deck House has been facing the sea in a traditional house. Pleasant bamboo terraces - very coveted - where it makes good use of… Ideal at any hour of the day and until late in the night to enjoy the beauty of the beach by tasting good seafood or sipping a drink.

Located in the heart of the lively Truc Bach district, this bistro offers original and refined French and European cuisine. At the helm is Olivier Genique, a starred chef and former chef of the Metropole in Hanoi. His culinary talents combined with the restaurant's refined setting make this establishment an excellent restaurant in the capital. The terrace overlooking the lake is perfect for relaxing. On the first floor, the atmosphere is friendly, with a wide selection of craft beers and cocktails. An excellent address.

French direction for this very first foreign restaurant opened in Dà Nang in 2003, more than 20 years ago when the city was not yet as developed as it is today. Pleasant setting, with outdoor tables. Good brasserie cuisine and French specialties: good tartare, delicious boeuf bourguignon... Large selection of French, Chilean, Australian and Italian wines. Most products are imported, and the quality of the cuisine served here explains the relatively high prices compared with other restaurants.

Bistro atmosphere for this French brasserie. Terrace. Good food: salads, fish, onion soup, carpaccio with truffle oil, homemade duck rillettes, not forgetting the nice platters of French cheeses and the tasty desserts. Nice selection of wines (normal, the restaurant is also a wine bar). A good address for lunch or dinner. The site has an interesting history: the restaurant is located in the former opium refinery of the colonial era. The courtyard now houses some excellent restaurants.

Right in the heart of the historic district, this restaurant opened by two Frenchmen is proving a real hit with locals and travelers alike. The two-storey space is very cosy, and the welcome is warm. The menu includes duck confit, Toulouse sausage, duck breast, salads, excellent burgers, pizzas, pastas, croque-monsieur... The speciality of the place is the house cordon bleu. The dishes are generous and prepared with French cheeses (bleu, camembert, goat's cheese). Wines are also carefully selected. Recommended.

French-speaking address. Tropical mini-golf Mui Né is an 18-hole mini-golf course on a secure 3,000 m² site in the heart of Mui Né, shaded by 42 coconut trees. Peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. There's an excellent restaurant serving local and, above all, French-inspired European cuisine: fondue bourguignonne, pierrades and daily specials. The bar and garden welcome you with a French wine list and a choice of classic or "made-to-measure" cocktails. One of Mui Né's best addresses.

French direction. On the edge of Bach Tip Lake. Nice lounge area and comfortable sofas for a drink. Restaurant on the floor, inside or on the sheltered terrace with views of the lake. Very pleasant decor with beautiful Vietnamese lacquers. Good brasserie kitchen: Foie gras, tartar, fish, Burgundy beef. Recommended for lunch and dinner.

Located in the elegant setting of the Sofitel Metropole, the Club Bar is a chic establishment with an enchanting décor. On the menu are French specialties (oysters, onion soup, grilled beef, lobster...), homemade pasta, Vietnamese specialties as well as burgers and sandwiches. The place is also ideal to sip an excellent cocktail while listening to soft jazz music, live from Thursday to Sunday from 7pm. Warmly recommended.