Delicious Vegetarian Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City’s Districts 1, 3 & 10

As the largest economic center in the country, Ho Chi Minh City attracts many expatriates as well as locals from surrounding regions to work. Consequently, the culinary scene here is diverse, offering a wide range of Asian and European dishes with various price segments and innovative flavors. Among these, vegetarian cuisine is increasingly popular, with many new delicious vegetarian restaurants opening each year, contributing to the spread of a green, healthy, and beneficial vegetarian lifestyle.

Below are some of the best vegetarian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City’s central areas, providing you with more dining options for gatherings during the Full Moon Festival or simply to “change the scenery” with light meals.

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1. Vegetarian Restaurants in District 1

1.1 OM Eatery - Elegant Vegetarian Restaurant in the Central Area

Opened in 2024, OM Eatery has quickly won over discerning diners with its exquisite space, attractive menu, and attentive service. Dishes range from Asian to European, beautifully presented and nutritionally balanced, offering enticing options such as Om Banana Art, Truffle Mushroom Soup, Japanese Miso Soup, and Greek Tart. Located in the heart of the city, this restaurant is perfect for entertaining friends, intimate gatherings, and satisfying your palate with a special vegetarian feast.

As a mid-range vegetarian restaurant, a set menu for 3-5 people costs approximately VND 900,000 - 1,200,000. It is recommended to book a table in advance, especially during special occasions like the Lunar New Year and Full Moon Festival.

Address: 80 Đinh Cong Trang, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: From VND 120,000 - 550,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM

1.2 Chay Pham Nghiem Trai - Impressive Buddhist-Inspired Space

More than just a culinary journey, Chay Pham Nghiem Trai impresses with its solemn and serene Buddhist-inspired space adorned with many valuable relics. The highlight of Chay Phạm Nghiêm Trai’s menu is its beautifully presented Japanese dishes, offering tea ceremonies, a-la-carte options, vegetarian buffets, and fine dining omakase sets.

On weekend evenings from Friday to Sunday, the restaurant hosts free art performances, providing an experience of enjoying delicious food in a sophisticated and melodious musical environment.

Address: 199 Nguyen Trai, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 65,000 - 350,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

1.3 Nha - Affordable Vegetarian Buffet in District 1

Despite being located in an expensive downtown area, Nhà restaurant offers extremely affordable prices, with a buffet for just VND 50,000 per person, allowing you to enjoy unlimited servings. The vegetarian dishes here reflect the colors of a family meal, beautifully presented in charming ceramic bowls and plates, without elaborate preparation but maintaining a pure and light taste. The buffet menu typically includes 10 dishes, covering soups, boiled dishes, stir-fries, and braised items. Additionally, Nhà offers free desserts and beverages.

As a self-service buffet model, diners should only take what they can eat and return dishes and utensils to the designated area after their meal.

Address: 19/14 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 50,000 per buffet
Opening Hours: 10:45 AM - 2:30 PM & 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

2. Vegetarian Restaurants in District 3

2.1 Hum Vegetarian - Top 10 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in the World

If you are looking for a "fine-dining" vegetarian restaurant with an elegant atmosphere and exquisite dishes in both presentation and flavor, Hum Vegetarian is a must-visit in District 3.

Hum's culinary inspiration comes from traditional and rich Vietnamese dishes, skillfully using the original flavors of vegetables, roots, and fruits to create harmonious tastes. Notably, Hum utilizes many local agricultural products such as Lai Vung oranges, Northwest passion fruits, and Dak Lak cocoa to craft high-class dishes.

Address: 34 Vo Van Tan, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 150,000 - 590,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

2.2 Chay Garden - Refreshing Vegetarian Garden in the Heart of the City

When talking about vegetarian restaurants in District 3, Chay Garden cannot be overlooked. As the name suggests, this restaurant is truly a green garden with spacious outdoor and airy indoor spaces, close to nature. The dishes are light and maintain their original flavors while being rich and fulfilling.

Chay Garden offers a diverse menu of food and beverages. Compared to the quality and space of the restaurant, the prices are very reasonable. You can enjoy standout dishes such as mango salad, five-spice skewers, and steamed termite mushrooms.

Address: 52 Vo Van Tan, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 75,000 - 350,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

2.3 Araham Vegetarian Restaurant - Essence of East Asian Cuisine

Araham Vegetarian Restaurant stands out for its fusion of vegetarian styles from various Asian countries, including Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea. Diners can experience familiar dishes with interesting twists, such as Malaysian black vermicelli, Beijing-style Huku, Singaporean rice noodles, and longevity hotpot with a clear, aromatic herbal broth.

The dishes are perfectly seasoned to highlight the main ingredients and beautifully presented. The generous portions make the prices quite affordable when dining with a group of friends.

Address: 288 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ward 5, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 69,000 - 250,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM

3. Vegetarian Restaurants in District 10

3.1 San May - 15-Year-Old Vegetarian Restaurant

As a long-established vegetarian restaurant, Sân Mây is famous for its wholesome vegetarian dishes made from fresh, clean ingredients grown by the restaurant’s own team in vegetable gardens and mushroom farms. The dishes are not only fresh but also nutritionally balanced.

The restaurant’s spacious and bright interior in District 10 is suitable for both intimate meals and hosting parties.

Address: 771 Le Hong Phong, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 62,000 - 280,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM

3.2 Hikari Vegetarian - Cozy Ramen Spot in an Alley

Combining a vegetarian café, Hikari offers a limited menu with just a few dishes that still easily win over food enthusiasts with their unique flavors. The main attraction here is ramen, where you can freely choose your noodle type, toppings, and the "flavorful" broth. Essentially, there are four main broth types: creamy cashew paltan, spicy tom yum, distinctive Japanese miso, and spicy sweet shoyu. All are made from nut milk, not only delicious but also rich in protein.

Hikari’s minimalist space has only a few tables, so it is recommended to reserve a spot in advance to avoid missing out on these delicious dishes.

Address: 134/1 Thanh Thai Street, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: From VND 49,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM

3.3 Nha Nat Vegetarian Hotpot - Attractive Four Hotpot Flavors

As an affordable option, Nhà Nát Vegetarian Hotpot still offers all the elements that delight diners, from a spacious environment to quality food. The four signature hotpot flavors—Thai, mushroom, chao, and kimchi—are sure to satisfy many with their delicious and varied tastes. Nhà Nát operates a self-service model. When ordering hotpot, you can freely select vegetables, noodles, and dipping sauces from the buffet counter.

Other dishes on the menu, such as rice, fried items, and salads, are also diverse and reasonably priced. A filling set meal for three people, including hotpot, starts at just VND 295,000.

Address: 67 Thanh Thai Street, Ward 14, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
Price: VND 40,000 - 200,000 per dish
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

In Ho Chi Minh City, diners can easily find delicious vegetarian eateries.

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