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Created by Hieu Tran Updated On: February 2, 2014
I grew up in Saigon, but spent the last 10 years overseas. Now that I'm back, I wanna explore the place more fully. This list contains all the places that I've been to and recommend.
1st Flr., Zen Plaza, 54-56 Nguyen Trai St., Dist. 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Sushi Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: One of the best sushi restaurants in town. I like the private room, cozy and you can act like a complete fool without scaring off other people.
26 Le Thi Rieng, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Sandwich Spot · 175 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: Probably the best Banh Mi shop I know. It used to be named "the fake" Banh Mi Hanoi, and ironically it becomes even more well-known than the real one. Hence the new brand "Huynh Hoa".
151/1 Dong Khoi St., 1st Flr., Dist. 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Café · 278 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: One of the "hide away from the crowd" coffee shops of mine. Quiet, upscale, good selections of drinks, desserts and food as well. Even have a boutique clothing shop enclosed.
Hieu Tran: Quiet, pretty good drink, expensive food. On the second floor they have a section where you can just sit down on the floor, suitable for chilling with your close friends.
48/9A Hồ Biểu Chánh St., Ward 11, Phú Nhuận Dist., Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Coffee Shop · 46 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: Go inn the morning from 10-12, and the afternoon, it's more quiet. All other time, it's like a zoo. Recommend the "Bun bo Hue". The owner's dad runs a "Bun Bo" restaurant, which is also my fav place.
235 Đồng Khởi St., District 1 (Nguyễn Du St.), Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Coffee Shop · 150 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: Prime-location coffee shop. Opposite of the Notre Dame Cathedral. Get the seats outside to get a vibe of Saigon if you can. Always packed with people.
27B Bàn Cờ Phường 3 Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Hair Salon · 5 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: My favorite hairdresser. Been going to this place for 10 years. The owner, anh Liem, is a great guy, who always whip up nice conversation. The haircut includes a refreshing facial massage.
18 An Duong Vuong (Su Van Hanh), Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Hotel · 25 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: Stayed here once with SMU Study Mission. Great room, good hotel's location, right in the heart of China Town. Have one of the best buffets in town (3rd floor I think)
5 Hàn Thuyên St., District 1 (Pasteur & Công xã Paris), Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Café · 34 tips and reviews
Hieu Tran: Like Crepe? This is your place. Despite its central location, it's not crowded or packed with too many people, which I like. Thanh Loc's fans may get a nice surprise here too.