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La Camargue
191 Hai Ba Trung, D3
Tel: 3520 4888
With a history spanning 15 years, La Camargue is
one of Saigon’s preeminent fine dining restaurants.
Serving classic Continental cuisine in a luxuriously
refurbished French colonial villa tucked away down an
alley off busy Hai Ba Trung, it is a must-visit. The villa
is divided into several areas: a cozy interior on garden
level, the spacious lounge bar and an airy terrace and
balcony on the first floor. This gives diners the option
to move about and enjoy the restaurant’s uniquely
quaint atmosphere. And with its extensive wine list it's
easy to while away an evening at La Camargue.
New York Steakhouse and Winery
25-27 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, D3
Tel: 3823 7373
The interior of this restaurant is an Art-Deco
masterpiece and reason enough to linger over your
meal. Sliding into one of the padded booths is to step
back into early 20th century New York. The quality of
the steaks is second to none and the extensive wine list
invites you to linger a little longer and enjoy another
glass. The downstairs wine bar means you can pop
in just for a drink or adjourn there after your dinner.
There is also a small cigar room with a selection of
Cuban cigars.
Pacharan Tapas and Bodega
97 Hai Ba Trung, D1
Tel: 3825 6024
Straddling Hai Ba Trung and Lam Son Square,
Pacharan is a beautifully designed four-floor tapas
restaurant and bar. Serving superb, authentic Spanish
fare, wine exclusively from Spain and Sangria by the
jug, the vibe is completely Mediterranean. Polished
copper and dark wood completes the ambience.
The ground floor is a deli serving Spanish snacks,
pastries and coffee; the middle two levels house the
restaurant. Up top, the penthouse bar affords a great
view of downtown and the lounge-style atmosphere is
conducive to a relaxing drink among friends.
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