La Maison Wine Dining — Restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City

This restaurant is very good, and has the potential to be better. It is most definitely five stars for the atmosphere and service, which would be reasons why we would return. The very charming courtyard where we had dinner was spectacular, with just the perfect amount of breeze in the evening. The food was also very good but not the best French in Saigon, which is maybe why I had never heard of this restaurant after working in the city for 20 years. We very much enjoyed the service of the head server, whose name I forgot to ask (sorry). My advice is to reduce the amount of "salesmanship" for guests: we were constantly advertised wine bottles, food, etc at a discount. We felt like we were in a retail shop or a used car shop with all the sales pitch. But we were not there to get a cheap meal, and didn't want to feel cheap; people who come to these places have money, so no need to advertise "discounts." We spent around 4M VND for dinner for two people, which included a nice bottle of red wine and good desserts. We felt that was priced just right, as we are from New York, where a meal like that would be about $500USD. The main courses were a bit of a disappointment, our pan-seared foie gras was very average, a bit too dry, and the T-bone steak we ordered was definitely not fresh, and probably pre-frozen. The lava cake was excellent, but the creme brulee felt old and not very good. There is no sauternes as an option to go with the foie gras, and there are too many Merlots on the wine list. Merlot is very 1990s, so I would suggest to get more red wines, such as shiraz, syrahs, and pinot noir. And the no dessert wine option was disappointing. We left feeling like our meal was not complete with all the missing elements of sauternes and dessert wines. No coffee was offered with our desserts, which was also disappointing. The staff was so gracious and kind, but I feel like they need to take a workshop on premium service to to make the place a better eating experience. Overall, this restaurant is definitely worth a try and a return, but keep expectations condensed, and enjoy the service...

My Favorite Hidden Restaurant in Saigon 🍷🍜

Honestly, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve eaten at La Maison since 2014—it’s just that good. Tucked away in a quiet alley off Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa Street in District 3, this charming little gem feels like a mini escape every time I return.

The vibe? Super cozy and intimate, like dining at a stylish friend’s home. The space radiates the same warm, positive energy as the owner. And the staff? Absolutely wonderful—attentive, friendly, and helpful from the moment you book a table to the very last bite of dessert. Truly top-tier service.

The food? You can taste the passion and expertise in every dish. It’s a flawless fusion of French elegance and Vietnamese soul. And the drinks? I don’t know what kind of magic they’re working behind the bar, but I’m officially obsessed.

Honestly, I keep thinking La Maison deserves to be Michelin Selected. I’m genuinely surprised it hasn’t been recognized yet. Fingers crossed that changes soon—they’ve more than earned it.

PS: La Maison never misses. I’m already looking forward to my next visit—probably way sooner than I...

Hidden inside the alley on the busy street, away from the noise and crazy life out there, La Maison is one of the rare surprises when you try to find a quiet, calm atmosphere to dine good western food in town. Used to be an old French colonial style house now transformed into a chic, cozy restaurant with open views through glass windows and a small cute garden surrounding it. Quite interesting food menu with cold cuts and cheese, steaks, fresh oysters... and a wide selection of wines in the house. Competitive price tags and friendly staff, suitable for business meetings and corporate dining...