It's worth making the trip out west of the city center to the second floor of the Equatorial Hotel for one of the best gastronomic experiences that Saigon has to offer. The restaurant's theme of fire, water, and ice is reflected in the decor of red, black, and silver, and the open kitchens display a fantastic variety of seafood, which is their specialty. The low-hanging lights and wine rack display add to the sophisticated ambience. The soft-shell crab and clams in garlic are both superb, as is the Beijing duck, and if you're having difficulty deciding, there are set menus with names like "Ruby" and "Jade" that offer a selection of seven courses. The restaurant has won several awards and is constantly winning over new admirers.
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Equatorial Hotel, 242 Tran Binh Trong, District 5
Our Rating
Neighborhood
District 5
Hours
Daily 11:30am–2:30pm, 6:30–10:30pm
Transportation
Cab from city center about $3
Phone
08/3836-8761
Prices
Main courses $15–$40
Cuisine Type
Seafood/Vietnamese
Web site
Orientica
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Equatorial Hotel, 242 Tran Binh Trong, District 5 Ho Chi Minh CityNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.