Vietnam Insider – The Michelin Guide has unveiled its highly anticipated third Vietnam edition, spotlighting 181 restaurants and confirming the country’s rising status on the global culinary map.
The announcement was made Thursday evening at the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, with chefs, restaurateurs, and industry leaders in attendance.
This year’s expanded selection features new entries from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang, reflecting the growing diversity and innovation in Vietnam’s food scene.
2025 Michelin Star Highlights
Among the new recognitions:
Hanoi
- Bib Gourmand (value-for-money restaurants):
- Bún Chả Cửa Đông
- Bún Thang Bà Đức
- Cơm Gà Hải Nam
- Lamai Garden (also awarded Green Star)
- *Phở Lý Quốc Sư – 10 Lý Quốc Sư
- Michelin Selected (noted for quality):
- Hẻm Quán
- The Eastern & Oriental
- Chapter Dining & Grill
- Tầm Vị
- T.U.N.G Dining
Ho Chi Minh City
- New One Michelin Star:
- CieL – recognized for modern culinary storytelling by Chef Viet Hong Le, who also won the Young Chef Award
- Michelin Selected:
- Nephele *(Sommelier Paul Vo won the Sommelier Award)
- Gia
- Quince Saigon
- NOIR. Dining in the Dark
- Émai Saigon
- The Monkey Gallery Dining
Da Nang
- Bib Gourmand:
- Mỳ Quảng Bà Mua
- Bún Chả Cá Bà Lữ
- Bánh Xèo Bà Dưỡng
- Bếp Cuốn
- Michelin Selected:
- Nén Danang (awarded Green Star for the second consecutive year)
- Luna Pub
- Fatfish Restaurant & Lounge Bar
Michelin Green Star Awards: Sustainability in Focus
The Michelin Green Star, which honors restaurants for outstanding sustainability efforts, was awarded to:
- Lamai Garden (Hanoi) – the first in Hanoi to receive this title for its eco-conscious philosophy and practices.
- Nén Danang – recognized again for its commitment to rethinking environmental impact and promoting local ingredients.
Special Awards Celebrate Culinary Talent
In addition to restaurant recognitions, the Michelin Guide also presented its annual individual honors:
- Young Chef Award:Chef Viet Hong Le of CieL, Ho Chi Minh City – for his creativity and culinary promise.
- Sommelier Award: Paul Vo of Nephele, Ho Chi Minh City – for excellence in wine knowledge and pairing.
- Service Award: Nha Huynh of Mặn Mòi (Bib Gourmand, Thu Duc City) – recognized for elevating the customer experience through warm, attentive service.
Vietnam’s Culinary Scene: Tradition Meets Innovation
Michelin’s international director Gwendal Poullennec praised the growth of Vietnam’s fine dining landscape:
“This year, we are proud to witness a rise in the number of starred restaurants, driven by a new generation of talented chefs who blend modern techniques with hometown flavors,” he said.
He also emphasized the important role of street food vendors, family-owned eateries, and long-standing local institutions in preserving Vietnam’s rich culinary traditions.
As Vietnam continues to gain recognition on the world food stage, the 2025 Michelin Guide affirms that the country’s dynamic gastronomic identity is only just beginning to shine.
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