There are many things to love about BBQ: the mouth-watering aroma, the juicy steak, the irresistible flavor,… Don’t hesitate to head right away to the most feast-worthy barbecues in Ho Chi Minh City anytime you’re in a mood for some grilling.
Quan Ut Ut (“Oink oink” Tavern)
Addresses: 168 Vo Van Kiet Street, District 1
47 Xuan Thuy Street, District 2
436 Nguyen Thi Thap, District 7
Opening time: 11 AM – 11 PM Everyday
Price range: ~ VND 50,000 – 650,000 ($US 2 – 30)
Their infamous giant ribs
As the name suggests, you can expect all kinds of meat in the restaurant. Ut Ut is among the most famous barbecues in Ho Chi Minh City, particularly for their foot-long hotdogs and deliciously silky giant ribs. On top of that, their freshly-brewed beer goes perfectly with the hefty dishes.
See also Vietnamese Beers and Craft Beer in Ho Chi Minh City.
Uraetei – Pho Dinh
Addresses: 2A Ngo Van Nam Street, District 1
67 – 69 – 71 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1
543 – 545 – 547 Tran Hung Dao District 1
Opening time: 11 AM – 22 AM
Price range: ~ VND 100,000 – 600,000 ($US 4 – 30)
The interior setting is fancy yet extremely cozy
Uraetei – Pho Dinh is a Japanese-style BBQ standing proudly amidst the American-style barbecues in Ho Chi Minh City. Put aside the humongous steak for once and rejuvenate your taste buds with freshly-served seafood. You can choose to have the ingredients marinated in dipping sauces to create a flavorful explosion in your mouth.
To learn more about your favorite types of ribs, see the guide to comparing rib eye and prime rib.
Saigon Grill
Address: 91 Pasture Street, District 1
Opening time: 4 PM – 11 PM Everyday
Price range: ~ VND 150,000 – 350,000 ($US 6 – 20)
Enjoy the barbecue and the view of Ho Chi Minh
Saigon Grill may not serve the American-sized BBQ, but it is a place to enjoy barbecues in Ho Chi Minh City with a gorgeous rooftop view. So sit back, relax, order a good amount of meat, seafood, and famous Vietnamese grilled dishes and enjoy the lovely urban scene.
Barbecue Garden Restaurant
Address: 135A Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1
Opening time: 11 AM – 11 PM Everyday
Price range: ~ VND 30,000 – 700,000 ($US 2 – 35)
The place is always packed with hungry customers
Barbecue Garden in Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street
Barbecue Garden is more on the touristy side of the barbecues in Ho Chi Minh City simply because the restaurant is always filled with BBQ lovers. The open-air space makes it the favorite location for parties, group hang-outs or even conventions and weddings.
Gogi House
Addresses in District 1:
189 – 191 Nguyen Thai Hoc
Vincom Center, 70 – 72 Le Thanh Ton
Saigon Center, 92 – 94 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia
Opening time: 8:30 AM – 10 PM Everyday
Price range: From VND 165,000/combo ($US 7)
Korean-style BBQ
If you’re too familiar with the classic BBQ, then try the Korean version for a change. Gogi House is one of the most popular Korean barbecues in Ho Chi Minh that attracts a considerable amount of customers thanks to its relatively reasonable price. One certain plus point of this BBQ chain is its excellent selection of healthy salads.
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Conclusion on Barbecues in Ho Chi Minh City
One undeniable fact about Ho Chi Minh is that there’s never a lack of food, which means you’ll never run out of places to satisfy your inner meat-lover. Those mentioned above are some of the most recommended BBQ restaurants, but if you’re looking for more authentic local barbecues than book our food tours to gain valuable experience.