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    9 Must-Try Michelin-Starred Vietnamese Restaurants in 2025

    At the Michelin Guide ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City on June 27, 2024, Michelin awarded stars in Vietnam for the second time. Seven Vietnamese restaurants received a Michelin star.

    Four of these restaurants retained their stars from last year: Gia, Hibana By Koki, Tam Vi, and Anan Saigon. The three newly recognized restaurants are Akuna (HCMC), La Maison 1888 (Da Nang), and Le Pavillon Royal (HCMC). Each year, these restaurants undergo a rigorous evaluation process.

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    The Michelin Guide ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City
    Good to know: Michelin stars recognize establishments of all culinary styles that offer the highest quality of cuisine.
    The criteria include product quality, creativity, mastery of cooking techniques and flavors, value for money, and consistency.
    Three stars signify "exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey." Two stars denote "excellent cooking, worth a detour." One star represents "a very good restaurant in its category."
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    Restaurants awarded a Michelin star

    The list of Michelin star restaurants in Vietnam in 2025:

    1. Ănăn Saigon

    • Address: 89 Ton That Dam Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
    • Website: Ănăn Saigon

    Located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Ănăn Saigon blends Vietnamese street food with modern techniques under the guidance of Chef Peter Cuong Franklin. Ănăn, which means "eat eat," uses fresh ingredients and French cooking methods to transform street food into fine dining while maintaining Vietnamese characteristics. A Michelin-starred restaurant in Chợ Cũ, it's housed in a traditional 'tube house' and features a rooftop bar, Pot Au Pho noodle bar, Nhau Nhau cocktail bar, and Anan's modern cuisine.

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    2. Gia

    • Address: 61 Van Mieu Street, Van Mieu Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
    • Website: Gia Hanoi

    This Hanoi restaurant stands out for its contemporary approach to Vietnamese cuisine, using modern techniques to reinvent traditional recipes. It’s no surprise that Michelin selected Gia as a starred restaurant in Vietnam—where Vietnamese flavors are reimagined with creativity while staying true to their roots.

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    3. Tam Vi

    • Address: 4B Yen The Street, Van Mieu Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Closed on Mondays)
    • Website: Tam Vi Facebook Page

    Located in Hanoi, Tam Vi showcases the essence of traditional Vietnamese cuisine with a selection of dishes from the North, Central, and South, presented in a vintage and authentic atmosphere.

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    4. Hibana by Koki

    • Address: Basement 1, Capella, 11 Le Phung Hieu Street, Trang Tien Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Closed on Sundays and Mondays)
    • Website: Hibana by Koki

    Nestled in the Capella Hotel in Hanoi, this Japanese teppanyaki restaurant delivers exquisite culinary experiences thanks to Chef Hiroshi Yamaguchi and his selection of ingredients imported from Japan.

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    5. The Royal Pavilion

    • Address: 22–36 Nguyen Hue Street and 57–69F Dong Khoi Street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM on weekends), 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    • Website: The Royal Pavilion

    Specializing in Cantonese cuisine, this Ho Chi Minh City restaurant, led by Chef Wong Fu Keung, serves traditional dishes reimagined with a touch of elegance.

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    6. La Maison 1888

    • Address: InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Bai Bac Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
    • Website: La Maison 1888

    Located in a luxury resort on the Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang, this restaurant is helmed by Chef Pierre Gagnaire and features a refined fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisines.

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    7. Akuna

    • Address: Floor 9, Le Méridien Saigon, 3C Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    • Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Closed on Sundays and Mondays)
    • Website: Akuna

    Located on the ninth floor of Le Méridien Saigon, Akuna offers an innovative fusion menu crafted with local ingredients meticulously curated by Chef Sam Aisbett.

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    This year, Michelin visited Da Nang for the first time to award stars and recommend restaurants in its guide. Gwendal Poullennec, the international director of the Michelin Guide, stated that including Da Nang on the list this year reflects "the enthusiasm and culinary quality across all regions of Vietnam."

    Good to know: Da Nang is a coastal city located in central Vietnam. It is the country's fourth-largest city and plays a significant role in commercial, educational, and tourism in the region. (Learn more: Da Nang: 7 questions before visiting the most pleasant city in Vietnam)

    8. CieL 

    • Address: 3rd Floor, 92 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1
    • Hours: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
    • Website: CieL Dining

    CieL Dining is one of the newest entries into Vietnam’s fine dining scene, and already a Michelin-starred standout. Opened recently by Chef Lê Việt Hồng, a young Vietnamese chef trained extensively in French cuisine with years of experience across both Europe and Asia, CieL is a refined expression of modern culinary craftsmanship.

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    CieL's atmosphere

    9. Coco Dining 

    • Address: 37 Trần Nhật Duật, Tân Định Ward, District 1
    • Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Closed Sundays)
    • Website: Coco Dining

    Coco Dining is a standout in Saigon’s fine dining scene, providing elegant and bold modern Vietnamese cuisine. Chef Thanh Vương Võ’s 12-course tasting menu, inspired by five core philosophies, balances depth, umami, and creative reinterpretations with flawless presentation.

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    Coco Dining is a standout in Saigon’s fine dining scene, providing elegant and bold modern Vietnamese cuisine.

    10. Other Michelin Awards in 2025

    🏆 Special Awards 2025

    This year’s Michelin Guide ceremony also honored excellence beyond the plate:

    • Young Chef Award: Lê Việt Hồng (CieL)
    • Sommelier Award: Paul Võ (Nephele, Ho Chi Minh City)
    • Service Award: Nhã Huỳnh (Mặn Mòi, Da Nang)
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    Special Awards 2025

    ✅ Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list

    This list highlights eateries with exceptional food at accessible prices, now includes 63 restaurants, with 9 new additions this year:

    • Hà Thành Mansion, Phở Bò Lâm, Mậu Dịch số 37, Ưu Đàm, Miến lươn Chân Cầm (Hanoi)
    • Quê Xưa, Bún Bò Huế Bà Thương, Shamballa, Bánh Xèo 76 (Da Nang)

    🌿 Green Star 

    For sustainability leadership in the kitchen, Michelin awarded its second-ever Green Star in Vietnam to Lamai Garden, recognized for its eco-conscious sourcing and commitment to the environment. It joins Nén Danang, the first Vietnamese recipient in 2024.

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    😍 Michelin Selected

    An additional 14 new establishments have been added to the Michelin Selected list for offering quality dining experiences across diverse styles:

    • Hiệu Lực – Canh Cá Rô Hưng Yên, Phở Cuốn Chinh Thắng, Phở Tiến, Lamai Garden, Vien Dining (Hanoi)
    • Bà Cô Lốc Cốc, Hoi An Sense, Nephele, ST25 by KOTO, Okra FoodBar, The Albion by Kirk Westaway (Ho Chi Minh City)
    • Bếp Cuốn, Bún Riêu Cua 39, Mộc (Da Nang)
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    Bib Gourmand's selection for Hanoi and Da Nang

    The 2025 selection in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang encompasses seven culinary styles: Vietnamese, noodles, contemporary European, street food, vegetarian, Cantonese, and Latin American. This diversity highlights Vietnam's vibrant culinary scene, offering high-quality dishes at reasonable prices.

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    Bib Gourmand's selection for Ho Chi Minh City
     
    Good to know: Previously, all restaurants on the shortlist were evaluated and ranked by anonymous Michelin Guide inspectors based on five consistent criteria: ingredient quality, culinary skills, flavor harmony, expression of the chef's personality through the food, and consistency across the menu over time.

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    Selected restaurants in Hanoi in the Michelin Selected category

    The Michelin Guide, founded in 1900 by brothers André and Édouard Michelin for automobile drivers, originally served as a practical guidebook with maps, repair tips, and lodging recommendations for travelers. Since 1926, it has become renowned for its critiques and ratings of restaurants worldwide, awarding stars based on cuisine quality, service, and ambiance.

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    Selected restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City in the Michelin Selected category

    In 2023, the Michelin Guide was launched for the first time in Vietnam, recommending 103 standard restaurants in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Among them, 4 received a Michelin star: Anan Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City, Gia, Hibana by Koki, and Tam Vi in Hanoi. Additionally, 29 restaurants were awarded the Bib Gourmand for serving delicious food at affordable prices, and 70 were listed as recommendations.

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    Selected restaurants in Da Nang in the Michelin Selected category

    The international director of the Michelin Guides added that the restaurants selected for the 2025 guide are "a message to gourmets, inviting them to discover the charm, quality, and endless variety of Vietnamese cuisine." Each of these restaurants offers authentic culinary experiences at attractive prices.

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