Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Timeless Culinary

Dining

Every day in Saigon is more memorable with an array of gastronomic journeys at Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel. Housing four unique downtown restaurants, the hotel serves a wide range of international cuisines and local dishes with exceptional service. From sumptuous seafood buffets with a world of flavors at our signature restaurant, Saigon Café to authentic Cantonese cuisine at Li Bai, our newly renovated restaurant or take in a magical sunset view with evening cocktails at our Wine Bar on level 23. Featuring endless dining choices, we offer something for every discerning palate with unforgettable hospitality.

Endless dining choices
Discover the unparalleled dining experience at our downtown hotel where every moment is crafted to perfection. Make time for breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of four renowned restaurants and bars. Plan your visit today!
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Favored by Locals

Lavish Seafood Buffet Dinner

As night falls, embark on a culinary journey from East to West with seafood extravagancies. Immerse yourself in a sea breeze of freshly cooked seafoods, the star of the gastronomic showcase, from freshly grilled lobsters, oysters, prawns and scampi cooked to order to our remarkable chilled seafood displays adorned with the freshest crabs, prawns, shrimps and snails. Enjoy our carvery options with Ribeye’s of Beef to delicate cuts of the freshest sashimi; scallops, ama ebi, tuna and salmon or partake in a medley of Asian delights – tempura, dumplings and a delectable range of sweet treats at the dessert bar accompanied by our premium beverage offerings off cocktails, wines, beer, juices and soft drinks. A favorite location of both local and international guest over the years. Every evening is a lavish seafood feast to thrive upon.

Seafood Buffet Dinner at Ho Chi Minh city

Celebration for Every Occasions

Spoil Your Beloved Ones

There is something for everyone over our sumptuous buffet spreads, whether for a family gathering, a birthday celebration or any other special occasion. From unlimited servings of mouthwatering seafood on ice, fresh seafood to artisanal cheeses, Western classics, Asian favorites to kid menus and magic performances - the journey is never ending for food enthusiasts. During national holidays and festive period, themed buffets will add a theatrical touch to the dining experience starring snow crabs, foie gras or our Straight Outta Asia International Chef Series bringing an international flair whilst dining in the back drop of vibrant Saigon.

Lavish buffet dinner with fresh seafood assortment

Signature Cantonese Food

Helmed by our experienced culinary team hailing from the culinary heartland of Guangdong and with more than 30 years of experience, Li Bai represents a staple of Cantonese’s signature delicacies presented with touches of creativity and innovation. A meticulously selection of classic-to-modern dim sum to locally-sourced seafood, grand standard levels of barbeque, including out 10 day dry aged Peking Duck, tempting soups and tantalizing desserts. Dive into Li Bai’s timeless menu featuring à la carte options and tailor-made set menus with legendary home-made delicacies.

An Imperial Dish for Royalty

10 Day Dry Age Peking Duck With Pancake

More than just a legendary dish, our Peking Duck is a symbolic experience - meticulous in preparation and sophisticated in service. At Li Bai, Peking Duck is served with the finest iteration and live carving. Caramel in color, its crispy skin is the star of the show featuring fragrant yet refreshing combination of flavors. The tender meat is cut up and served as the second course with a choice of XO fried rice or noodles. Based on our “Go Local” mantra”, the dry aged 10 days cage-free ducks from Mekong Delta are notably used to bring a more succulent yet juicy taste like no other.

A woman slicing a shiny duck.
Must Try Dishes
Chinese restaurant at Li Bai

Lobster

Nha Trang Wasabi Lobster Mango Coriander

Superior Abalone Dumplings Dim Sum

Abalone

Superior Abalone Dumplings

Wagyu Char Sui Beef Short Rib at Li Bai

A4 Wagyu Beef

A4 Wagyu Char Sui Beef Short Rib

Black Pepper Wagyu Beef Buns in a black pot.

Clay Pot

Black Pepper Wagyu Beef Buns in Clay Pot

Fish in broth in a clay pot on a red table.

Clay Pot

Black Grouper Cooked in Clay Pot with Garlic, Ginger and Sichuan Pepper

A bowl of tofu in red broth.

Tofu

Mapo Tofu with Silken Tofu Cooked Sichuan Style With Prawn Head and Chili Emulsion

Popular Weekend Yum Cha in Saigon

Top Spot for Flawless Dim Sum

Bring your family together with yum cha and make the most of your weekend gatherings. Since 2003, Li Bai restaurant has never failed to satisfy even the most discerning palates with an authentic house crafted yum cha experience, exceptional quality dim sum and unforgettable hospitality. Menu offerings range from abundant variations of har gow, char siu, xiao long bao, siew mai, egg tarts to creative and modern interpretations such as Superior Abalone dumplings, Truffled Pork Xiao Long Bao, Steamed ‘Sacha’ Prawn dumplings and Steamed sea cucumber and asparagus dumplings in abalone sauce. Highlights include elaborate dishes of BBQ meats and soups exemplifying Cantonese culinary excellence as well as tempting desserts, namely silken tofu pudding with pineapple carpaccio. All are paired with an extensive collection of premium teas such as Pu-erh, oolong, Te Kwan yin and the signature Tay ho lotus, refereed as the historic treasure tea in Vietnam.

Steamed Conpoy and Prawn Balls, Chinese Food

Private Dining Rooms

A Fine Dining Experience

Luxuriate in the comfort of an elegant ambiance in exquisite settings. Our two private dining spaces are well-suited for all occasions, from private business lunches to joyous celebratory events and offer utmost privacy, exclusivity and sophistication. Our main Private room encompasses phenomenal views of Dong Khoi street whilst accommodating up to 20 guests, while the other room features an intimate gathering for 12 guests. Two elegant VIP rooms can be mergeable for parties up to 32 pax. Choose our bespoke and refined set menus curated by veteran chefs or create a tailor-made menu up to excite your palate. A selection of teas and wines has been thoughtfully chosen by our sommeliers to complement Li Bai’s menus.

VIP dining room at Li Bai restaurant
private dining room at Li Bai restaurant

Newly-Furbished Ambiance

The Story of Li Bai

With our latest uplifting renovation, Li Bai features brand-new ambiance embodying contemporary aesthetics inspired by Li Bai’s, the poet, his stories and poems, a harmonious interplay of his life journey with nostalgic elements. The tranquil landscape sets the mood from the entrance whilst notable décor stars the koi fish represent an auspicious blessing in Asian culture as you walk through the gateway. Inside the restaurant, our newly designed interior furnished with gold tones features exquisite artworks depicting Li Bai’s milestones, from the beautiful Nga Mi mountains in Sichuan where Li Bai showcased his talent at the age of 15 to the following years when Li Bai embarked on a journey to explore magnificent mountains and rivers, two most distinctive elements in his poems.

restaurant ambience
Culinary Offers To Explore
box with tea cookies, tea, on purple background

&More Afternoon Tea

Elegantly served in our embossed jewelry box with iconic buildings of Saigon, &More afternoon tea encompasses two decks of savory and sweet delicacies for a delightful experience.

Roof top bar at Ho Chi Minh city

Sunset Cocktail

Boasting a breezy rooftop atmosphere with lush greenery from the 23rd floor, the Wine Bar is among the top spots for watching the sun set and immersing yourself in the scenic central landscapes of notable landmarks, namely Bitexco and Nguyen Hue walking street while sipping on exotic cocktails.

Vietnamese cuisine

In-Room Dining

Discover fresh flavors, local cuisines and international favorites via our extension in-room dining menu.

Sustainable Sourcing

Go Local

As part of our Go Local mantra, our restaurants and bar ingredients, where possible, are freshly and locally sourced from the farms surrounding Saigon and direct to your tables. Our selection criteria are meticulous, focusing on the diversity and quality of the dishes, the expertise and creativity of the chefs, the freshness of ingredients, the overall dining ambience, and elevated levels of services.

Sustainability Management Plan

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Saigon Café

Saigon Café Restaurant

Multiple cuisines

Saigon Café excites gastronomes with lavish buffet feasts boasting a vast furbished space, accompanied by professional service. Revel in sumptuous assortments featuring local freshest ingredients and international highlights from seven live stations.

Everyday
6:00 AM-10:00 AM, 12:00 PM-2:30 PM, 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
VIP dining room at Li Bai restaurant

Li Bai Restaurant

Chinese

Set above the Level 2 of Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel, Li Bai boasts the newly-renovated contemporary interior with authentic Cantonese delicacies curated by seasoned chefs.

Mon-Sat
11:00 AM-2:30 PM, 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM-2:30 PM, 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
Lobby Lounge

The Lounge

International

The place to meet, work and relax. The Lounge offers all-day dining menu themed with &More by Sheraton concept encompassing a gathering place at the hotel lobby, serving everything from coffee, tea, fresh juice to craft beer, wine, and afternoon tea.

Everyday
6:30 AM-11:30 PM
Wine Bar level 23

Wine Bar at Level 23

International

Escape to a tropical paradise with stunning panoramic views over Nguyen Hue Street. Boasting a breezy terrace atmosphere and pops of turquoise colors, Wine Bar on Level 23 is the place to be for a perfect sunset, unwind and sip a creative cocktail.

Everyday
5:00 PM-12:00 AM

Explore the Saigon Food Scene

Eat Like a Local

Its not only Pho and Banh mi, two most popular Vietnamese’s cuisine, experience a wide range of mouthwatering local dishes to indulge in. Get excited and dine out with our hand-picked selection of the best eateries in the city downtown. Love to explore outside? Walk through street food staples or onto fine dining experiences located just few steps form the hotel. Scroll down to check our top recommendations signature.

Banh Mi 88
Top recommendations

Pho Minh

No elaborate sign, Pho Minh nestled in the tiny alley has captivated Saigonese’ hearts with its traditional pho bowl for more than 7 decades. It is one of the oldest pho stands in Saigon.

Hu Tieu Thanh Xuan

Serving “hu tieu” - For over 70 years, this eatery with an old hand-painted sign and greetings from the woman with traditional Ba Ba shirt has fulfilled local diners’ stomachs with their signature noodle originating from My Tho.

Com Tho Chuyen Ky

Founded in 1948 and serving clay pot rice, this is such a rare eatery in Saigon reserving Cantonese clay pot rice style - served in the same vessel it’s cooked in with an assortment of side dishes.

Banh Mi Huynh Hoa

You can find banh mi anywhere in Vietnam, but Banh mi Huynh Hoa is like no other. Favored among the locals and visitors, the banh mi here is doubled in size comparing with a normal banh mi, featuring generous fillings with pate, a variety of meats, fresh herbs and pickled vegetables inside a soft and crunchy baguette. Taste the heaven-like bite!

Ca Phe Trung

Egg coffee originated during the 1940s with the idea of mixing egg yolks with coffee when milk became scarce in Ha Noi. Creamy, soft, and heaven-like - it is a must for coffee snobs!

Mien Ga

Serving “mien ga” - rice vermicelli with chicken soup & “pho ga” – chicken pho. Established in 1975, Mai Xuan Canh located just a few steps from Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon is famous for its see-through broth with delicate taste.

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Enjoy Japanese cuisine with influences from Europe and North America.
Duong's Restaurant Saigon & Cooking Class

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Experience Vietnamese fusion at this upscale restaurant.
B3 Steakhouse & Craft Beer

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Choose from an array of steaks and beers at this modern eatery.
Malt

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Malt is a casual bar with craft beers, Reuben sandwiches and truffle fries.
Xu Restaurant Lounge

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Enjoy modern and traditional Vietnamese cuisine at this upscale restaurant.
Pizza 4P's

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Explore Vietnam-based Japanese Italian pizza restaurant
Soul Ben Thanh Restaurant & Bar

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Immerse in the essence of Vietnam culilary
Cloud Nine Sai Gon Restaurant

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Savour modern Vietnamese cuisine at this restaurant.
Lion City Cafe & Restaurant

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Discover the diverse and vibrant tastes of Singaporean cuisine

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