Secret Garden
Vietnamese Restaurant$$$$
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
"Traditional local Vietnamese food in a lovely cosy rooftop setting."(16 Tips)
"It's down an alley and up four flights of stairs, but it's worth it."(4 Tips)"Great rooftop restaurant, traditional Vietnamese food."(3 Tips)
"Good food and environment for lovers!"(2 Tips)
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heavily advertised to foreigners, but nonetheless very authentic and good food. on the top floor of a house, so a bit hard to find yet adds to the trendy feel. nice atmosphere and great lighting.
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Yna ManluluNovember 26, 2014Very charming set up on an old building rooftop with an amazing view of the city. Anything you order here is great. Except frogs, I don't like to eat frogs.
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Nguyễn TrânSeptember 4, 2016The interior design makes this place feels like a true Southern Vietnamese country home. Very adorable. Some dishes are a bit pricey, but pretty well done home cooked meals over all.
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Dimitri LerouxJuly 21, 2016Restaurant on a rooftop (4th floor). The atmosphere is nice, the view not so amazing (except for those who like Vincom Center building architecture). As a vegetarian, the options are very poor.
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Petr J.September 11, 2017Spring rolls (VND 85k) were crispy and delicious. Ribs in secret garden sauce (VND 115k) were bit too sweet for my taste, but perfectly tender. Highly recommended.
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Jzin TJune 19, 2016Prepare to climb a few flights of what looks like a dodgy place. But the climb is worth it. Do not go alone nor have less than two persons...you wun be able to enjoy the huge variety of fd!Upvote1Downvote
Steven WakuuMay 7, 2018Food is out of this world. Some notable dishes:Spring rolls, garlic vegetables, fried prawns, pork rolls and jelly/coconut milk dessert. Fast, friendly service & you can also make reservations online.UpvoteDownvote
Felix TsangSeptember 22, 2018huge variety of foods to choose from. You need to walk up a few flights of stairs to get to the rooftop. Very friendly staff and interesting decor
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Greg OhmDecember 28, 2018Great local spot hidden away on top floor of apartment building. Fast and friendly service with extensive selection of local dishes. Would highly recommend!
UpvoteDownvote- Nova DandoJanuary 1, 2020Traditional local Vietnamese food in a lovely cosy rooftop setting. Good view & experience of Saigon. Lots of locals eat here. Cheap prices. I will come back - good for lunch and dinner.UpvoteDownvote
ReneMay 7, 2022Go into the yard and take the staircase on your left (spot the small sign). Secret Garden has an imaginative and cool approach to Vietnamese cuisine, the setting is nice - highly recommendedUpvoteDownvote
Amiro P.November 7, 2015Hidden spot on the roof top of a residential building with Amazing traditional Vietnamese food. Everything on the menu is delicious. Try the fish in clay pot or the beef salad.UpvoteDownvote- JackyAugust 31, 2017Braised pork is a must order! Their lotus pork is something we have never try before! Good food and environment for lovers!
UpvoteDownvote - Nova DandoDecember 29, 2019Great rooftop restaurant, traditional Vietnamese food. good for vegetarians, healthy options, good price cheap meal in lovely surroundings. Good location. Friendly staffUpvoteDownvote
R GAugust 3, 2016Charming, cozy and authentic. Totally recommended for tourists. Better to go with a group and share. Prices are higher for local standards but still affordable.UpvoteDownvote- Charles GuerreroFebruary 19, 2017The food is delicious, and the atmosphere is great. It's down an alley and up four flights of stairs, but it's worth it.
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チュ リーMarch 10, 2016Authentic Vietnamese food. I little pricey. But I would really recommend try out this restaurant. Open air concept at the roof. Peace and quiet.UpvoteDownvote- Euvie IvanovaAugust 16, 2015Authentic hidden gem on a rooftop in central Saigon. Lots of plants. Nice view. Tasty traditional Vietnamese food. Lots of healthy options.UpvoteDownvote
RyanDecember 3, 2013Penny wort with soy milk is a surprisingly delicious drink. Kinda like a veggie juice cleanse. Add sugar water if it's too much to handle.Upvote2Downvote
Kseniia KastusikSeptember 25, 2014Nice place if you have guests from outside Vietnam. They have vietnamese cuisine, interior is cozy, this is a rooftop, prices are very friendly!UpvoteDownvote
Stijn Vandenbussche NowforeverAugust 30, 2018nice, clean , good atmosphere and delicious food every time.
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Jesús CramazouOctober 22, 2016Spring rolls, tofu with lemongrass, sticky rice with pork and shrimps, morning glory with beef!!!
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Bobby KennedyMarch 5, 2018Charming place and delicious food. The clay pot fish and the morning glories were amazing.
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May HollandJune 23, 2017Like eating at your old auntie's house. Walking down the alley into the entrance was interesting. Walking up 4 flight of stairs was appetite-growing. The restaurant is a treat to the senses.UpvoteDownvote
Jackie FeiSeptember 3, 2017Tucked away in a pretty dodgy alley, this place is a gem! Good food, fast service, definitely worth visiting!UpvoteDownvote
tripelleApril 30, 2016Fruit juices were very good, they give you sugar sirup on the side so you can sweeten according to your own tasteUpvoteDownvote
Francisco RuscalledaApril 25, 2014Best food that I've tried on Saigon. Great attention to detail and presentation. Drinks and food were very flavorfulUpvoteDownvote
Maria Tran LarsenNovember 24, 2014Nice food, a bit pricy. You pay for the atmosphere, which is lovely! It really is a secret garden, on the rooftop.UpvoteDownvote
Christian GeissendoerferAugust 5, 2015Nice atmosphere. Don't be scared by the stairs to climb up!
UpvoteDownvote- Mr Kyle MacNovember 12, 2017Cool garden vibe on a rooftop, can be busy so reserve ahead if that’s your thing.UpvoteDownvote
Hip AlexMarch 10, 2014Nice ambience with good food at affordable price. On roof of a 4-story old appartment building, so get ready for stairs.UpvoteDownvote
NilsMay 1, 2016Great little rooftop terrace, good food. Try the Morning glory & beef salad!UpvoteDownvote
Julian SiSeptember 3, 2018Delicious food, quite reasonable too - 15 USD for a drink, rice and 3 dishes 👍UpvoteDownvote
markabonaDecember 2, 2019Great selection of food professional staff nice location on the roof.UpvoteDownvote
Hoby KOctober 4, 2013Nice place. Inside of 158 Pasteur street, left side, upstair 4th floor.
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Richard PenaJanuary 15, 2014Food taste -- NO. Place is good, kinda really good place to have a conversation over a not so good taste dinner. For experience, alright visit the place, but coming back, i dont think so.Upvote1Downvote
Zi N TrOctober 6, 2014Pricey and nothing special to match the price. Btw, they r very "creative" in re-create the authentic Vietnamese cusine (in negative way)Upvote1Downvote- Simon TanSeptember 6, 2015Good as a romantic date, on a rooftop overlooking Vincom Center.UpvoteDownvote
Nice place. If you want to escape the chaos and busy thing, come and enjoy!Upvote6Downvote
Ashot VardanianJanuary 22, 2017Unusual place on top of residential block. Portions are smaller than average. Didn't like the food, but the view is nice.
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Johannes BörsboNovember 26, 2016Nice and cozy rooftop place with a good view! Food was ok not fantasticUpvoteDownvote
Jan Vu NamJuly 19, 2019The service is a little lax here, don't be afraid to nudge the waiters around.UpvoteDownvote
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Secret Garden
158 Bis/40-41 Pasteur St., Ben Nghe Ward, Dist. 1
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Việt Nam
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Việt Nam
It is a rustic garden sited on the rooftop of the city center,...(Show more)
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 8:00 AM–10:00 PM
+84 914 398 309
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
No
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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