10 best vegan restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City

Vegan food in Vietnam nowadays has become more and more popular for both locals and foreigners with a variety of options, from classic Vietnamese cuisines to Western fusion food, from local casual diners to high-class restaurants.

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If you want to explore exquisite vegan dishes, here is your must-have list of the top 10 vegan restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City.

Phạm Hồng Phước Vegan Kitchen

Established by a Vietnamese singer who desires to spread the spirit of vegetarianism, Phạm Hồng Phước Vegan Kitchen offers classic Vietnamese vegan food. The dishes come at an affordable price which is proper for everyone to experience. The food is simple while the flavor is rich.

Soothing ambience with tasty cuisines at Phạm Hồng Phước Vegan Kitchen. Photo by: phattuvietnam.net

You might try vegan cơm tấm or Hot Pot at this place; these two dishes are highly recommended by regulars. Since it is a casual diner, there is not much space but it makes you feel cozy enough to enjoy the food, and the staff is also very friendly.

The detail

  • 02 branches
  • 146/1 Võ Thị Sáu Street, Ward 8, District 3, HCMC
  • 140 Trường Sa Street, Ward 15, Bình Thạnh District, HCMC
  • Price: from 30,000 VND ($1.5)
  • Opening hour:
  • 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Sala Vegan Dining

Sala Vegan Dining is a family-owned local vegan restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, located in District 1 - right at the center of the city.

Friendly service and the dishes are simply delicious. Photo by: Chay Sala Facebook page

Sala serves a simple Vietnamese menu with traditional presentations  and exquisite taste. Vegan bánh mì is a must-try item at this diner. Besides, the noodle soup menu is also worth a try. The local vegetarians love to grab a fresh veggie bánh mì at Sala then head to work. However, you might want to avoid the high-noon rush hour because of the army of shippers waiting for take-away orders, which in turn could delay your serving time.

The detail

  • Address: 71C Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street, Bến Thành Ward, District 1, HCMC
  • Price: 17,000-40,000 VND ($0.75-1.76)
  • Opening time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM


Veggie Saigon Cafe & Restaurant

Veggie Saigon is considered a purely vegan restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. They have a huge menu; an English version is available as well which helps you order easily. Veggie Saigon is located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s tourist area, Bùi Viện walking street, but the price is really acceptable.

You can find diverse vegan dishes here, from appetizers to main dishes, from Vietnamese street food to Western cuisines, from drinks to desserts. This place is highly recommended by tourists on Google review.

Veggie Saigon's varied menu can satisfy any customer's preferences. Photo by: Veggie Saigon Cafe & Restaurant's Facebook page

The detail

  • Address: 42 Đề Thám Street, Cô Giang Ward, District 1, HCMC
  • Price: from 49,000 VND ($2.16)
  • Opening time: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM


Tâm Đức vegetarian diner

Tâm Đức is another vegan restaurant established by a Vietnamese celebrity - Angela Phương Trinh. She aims to provide healthy and clean dishes with fresh ingredients for vegans and non-vegans alike, contributing to the spirit of making a positive environmental and ethical impact.

The menu is simple while the flavour is unforgettable. Beside fixed dishes, you can refresh regular meals with special noodle soup of the day.

Vegan Cơm Tấm is a signature dish you should try when visiting Tâm Đức diner. Photo by: Quán Chay Tâm Đức Facebook page

The detail

  • 03 branches
  • 3, 48 Street, Hiệp Bình Chánh Ward, Thủ Đức District, HCMC 
  • 62/1A Lâm Văn Bền Street, Tân Kiểng Ward, District 7, HCMC
  • 57/43 Lê Đức Thọ Street, Ward 7, Gò Vấp District, HCMC
  • Price: from 30,000 VND ($1.32)
  • Opening time:
  • 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • 7:00 AM -10:00 PM (only on Saturday & Sunday, applied for diner at district 7 only)

MUNI vegetarian & Teahouse

MUNI is a special compound of vegan restaurant and Asian cultural teahouse.

MUNI is the place to find delightful vegan dishes in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out the restaurant's menu. Photo by: songdepvn.vn

This place is fitting for all purposes, from individual patronage to group or family gathering. The dishes are delicious, complemented with a decoration style that is a mix between modernism and traditionalism. If you are not sure which dishes to choose, we recommend that you try Dragon Fruit salad, An Nhiên sticky rice and lotus seed sweet soup with longan.

From the evening onwards, the owner also lights lanterns hung around the restaurant, making it an unique area for customers to visit. Even though MUNI does not have an advantage on location, the regulars still happily support it due to its exquisite vegan cuisines, beautiful decoration and relaxing ambiance.

The detail

  • Address: 15B Sông Đà Street, Ward 2, Tân Bình District, HCMC
  • Price: 40,000-225,000 VND ($1.76-9.90)
  • Opening time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM


Loving Hut Hoa Đăng vegetarian restaurant

Five-color veggie fried rice at Loving Hut Hoa Đăng. Photo by: Loving Hut Hoa Đăng Facebook page

Known as one of the most favored vegan restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City, Loving Hut Hoa Đăng always satisfies customers with great experiences and good food. The huge menu with more than 200 dishes ranging from Eastern to Western cuisines can offer you a variety of choices. Apart from the fixed menu, you have a monthly buffet option, only on the 1st and the 15th of the Lunar month. The restaurant is usually busy these days every month, so you may want to avoid peak hours. Loving Hut Hoa Đăng also has plenty of space, well-decorated and suitable for both individual customers and group or family meetings.

Address: 38 Huỳnh Khương Ninh Street, Đa Kao Ward, district 1, HCMC (Get there)

Price:

  • À la carte: 80,000-340,000 VND ($3.52-14.96)
  • Buffet: from 250,000 VND/pax ($11.00)

Opening time:

  • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Prem Vegetarian Bistro & Café

Having brunch in a little garden within Ho Chi Minh City is a refreshing experience. Photo by: Prem Bistro & Café Facebook page

Prem is an interesting Bistro & Café which is homely and cozy. Coming here, you would hardly think it is a vegan restaurant, as it looks just like a retro café with beautiful decorations and a nice patio. Prem serves an extensive menu, mostly plant-based delightful Western fusion dishes. The menu is well written in English for vegans and customers who might have an allergy. The dishes are tasty but you may find the price a bit high for the modest portions.


Nonetheless, Prem is a suitable location for you to hang out with friends and enjoy delicious vegan cuisines together. They open 3 different areas for customers to choose. If you are a green lover, you can have a table in a little garden or an open-air area. Otherwise, they still serve in the air-conditioning area with comfortable sofas and cushions. Prem is an impressive choice among other vegan restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City.


HUM restaurant

HUM not only serves the dishes, but also the fulfilled experience.

HUM is a chain of high-class vegetarian restaurants, located in three convenient neighborhoods in District 1, District 2 and District 3. The restaurants desire to truly cater wholesome veggie delights, with certified ingredients and without MSG. They create a wide array of flavors from natural sources, blending them beautifully to make special and refreshing fusion cuisines. The setup and decorations are also exceptionally gorgeous. If you intend to have meals at HUM, don’t forget to order a pot of hot tea served with sugar coated fruits. It will help enhance the taste in unexpected ways.

The detail

  • Address:
  • Lounge & restaurant: Moving to a new location (to be updated)
  • Garden & restaurant: 32, Street 10, Thảo Điền Ward, District 2, HCMC
  • Café & restaurant: 32 Võ Văn Tần Street, Ward 6, District 3, HCMC
  • Price: 80,000-250,000 VND ($3.52-11.00)
  • Opening time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Here & Now vegetarian restaurant & coffee

Gathering with friends in this cozy place and enjoying exquisite food is a remarkable experience. Photo by: Here & Now Vegetarian Facebook page

Here & Now vegetarian restaurant & coffee - a hidden gem in Saigon. The restaurant has a unique decoration style which brings about a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. You are always welcomed here by friendly staff with a great service.

The food is beautifully prepared and surprisingly delicious. One of the best sellers is Pad Thai, the strongly recommended dish by regulars. The chef has perfected every step to create a moist and tender Pad Thai. Just visit the restaurant once and you will want to come again and again.

The detail

  • 02 branches
  • 74/1 Phạm Viết Chánh Street, Ward 19, Bình Thạnh District, HCMC (Get there)
  • 220/12 Nguyễn Trọng Tuyển Street, Ward 8, Phú Nhuận District, HCMC (Get there)
  • Price: 39,000-250,000 VND ($1.72-11.00)
  • Opening time:
  • 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Shamballa Vegetarian Restaurant

Enjoying good food in this relaxing ambiance helps soothe your soul after a long day. Photo by: Shamballa Vegetarian Restaurant Lounge & Cafe Facebook page

Located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Shamballa is a secret oasis, that helps customers break away from the bustling city. Using natural homegrown ingredients, Shamballa combines classic Vietnamese culinary culture with foreign garnish to create its own great taste. With high attention to detail, wholehearted dedication, excellent service, and delightful dishes, you will love this vegan restaurant on the very first try.

The detail

  • 02 branches
  • 17-19 Trịnh Văn Cấn Street, Cau Ong Lanh Ward, District 1, HCMC
  • 31 Lý Tự Trọng Street, Bến Nghé Ward, District 1, HCMC
  • Price: 95,000-400,000 VND ($4.18-17.59)
  • Opening time:
  • 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM (for Lý Tự Trọng location)
  • 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (for Trịnh Văn Cấn location)