7 Fantastic Restaurants and Cafes Open Through Tet Holiday in Ho Chi Minh City

Traveling to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) during the Lunar New Year (Tet) is a magical experience, filled with colorful flower streets and festive decorations. However, finding open restaurants and cafes can sometimes be a challenge as many locals return to their hometowns. Fortunately, several of the city's finest dining spots and trendy cafes remain open throughout the holidays to welcome tourists and expats. Here is your ultimate guide to 7 fantastic establishments open through Tet in Saigon.

First on the list is Quán Bụi (Quan Bui), a renowned restaurant chain with 7 locations across the city, including District 1 and Thao Dien. Decorated in a warm, nostalgic Indochine style, Quan Bui serves authentic Vietnamese comfort food from all three regions. Selected branches are open from February 10th to 15th (the 1st to 6th days of Tet), making it the perfect place to experience a cozy traditional family meal.

For a more modern, nature-infused vibe, head to Laang Saigon in Thao Dien (open Feb 10-16). Surrounded by lush tropical greenery, Laang offers a refreshed take on Vietnamese cuisine. Please note that a 15% holiday service charge applies during Tet to support their dedicated staff. If you are looking for a Michelin-selected experience, Hoa Túc (Hoa Tuc) on Hai Ba Trưng is a must-visit. Housed in a beautifully restored former French opium refinery, it serves exquisite dishes like pomelo salad with shrimp and crispy soft-shell crab (open Feb 10-15).

If you crave the distinct flavors of Northern Vietnam, Ann Quán on Ngo Duc Ke Street is your best bet, serving authentic dishes like snail noodle soup and Hanoi-style fish cakes from February 8th to 15th.

For coffee lovers and photo enthusiasts, Saigon's cafe scene does not disappoint. Khóm Coffee (Khom Coffee) on Tran Quy Khoach is open through Tet, featuring stunning decorations of white lotuses and conical hats. Tiệm trà tháng tư (Tiem Tra Thang Tu) in Tan Binh district offers a beautiful setup inspired by traditional incense-making villages, perfect for holiday photoshoots. Finally, Cà phê trứng 3T (3T Egg Coffee), with 8 central branches, remains open late into the night, serving their signature creamy egg coffee to night owls exploring the festive city streets.

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