Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s largest city and home to a sizeable Indian community, so finding good Indian food here is easy.
The best Indian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City are Dahi Handi, Natraj, Baba’s Kitchen, Benaras, Dalcheeni, Mumtaz, Shanti, Tandoor, Namaste India and Saigon Indian Restaurant. Most are in the city centre around Bui Vien Street and the riverside Dong Du–Ton Duc Thang area, serve both North and South Indian dishes with plenty of vegetarian choices, and cost about ₹350–2,500 per person. For a 100% vegetarian meal, try Makhan Bhog.
| Restaurant | Area | Best for | Price per person (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dahi Handi | Dong Du, city centre | North Indian, family dinners | ₹700–2,100 |
| Natraj | Bui Thi Xuan, near Ben Thanh | Budget meals, dosa and thali | ₹350–700 |
| Baba’s Kitchen | Bui Vien | North, South Indian and Sri Lankan | ₹700–1,500 |
| Benaras | Ton Duc Thang, riverside | Varanasi-style food, Jain options | ₹700–2,500 |
| Dalcheeni | Ngo Van Nam, city centre | Biryani and curries | ₹700–2,500 |
| Mumtaz | Bui Vien | Late dinner near the nightlife | Mid-range |
| Shanti | Nguyen Cu Trinh, near Bui Vien | Vegetarian-friendly, good value | Budget to mid-range |
| Tandoor | Ngo Duc Ke, city centre | Classic fine dining | ₹350–1,800 |
| Namaste India | Bui Vien | Paneer, dal and quick meals | ₹350–700 |
| Saigon Indian | Le Anh Xuan, near Ben Thanh | Indian breakfast from 7:30 AM | Budget to mid-range |
Dahi Handi Indian Restaurant
Dahi Handi is one of the most popular Indian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City, known for rich North Indian food in an elegant setting.
Dahi Handi has an elegant interior, comfortable seating and warm lighting that is great for photos with family and friends, and the friendly staff will make you feel like you are back home in Delhi.
The food has a proper Indian taste. Try the dahi ke sholay (crispy yoghurt rolls) and the dal makhani. Portions are generous, prices are fair for the quality, and there is a wide vegetarian menu. The group also runs Dahi Handi Vista on Nguyen Hue Street.
- Address: 23 Dong Du Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 10:30–11:00 AM to 10:30–11:00 PM daily
- Website: http://dahihandi.com.vn/
Natraj Indian Cuisine Restaurant
Natraj is the best budget Indian restaurant in Saigon, serving home-style North and South Indian food at very reasonable prices.
Natraj has been serving Indian food in Ho Chi Minh City for more than a decade and is a regular stop for Indian travellers and expats. If you miss the taste of home and want masala dosa, a vegetarian thali or chicken korma, this is a great choice at some of the lowest prices in town. The food is consistent, and the service is warm and attentive.
- Address: 41 Bui Thi Xuan Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM daily
- Website: https://natrajvietnam.com/
Baba’s Kitchen
Baba’s Kitchen is a small, friendly Indian restaurant near Bui Vien with North Indian, South Indian and Sri Lankan dishes.
Don’t let the small size put you off. Baba’s Kitchen serves authentic vegetarian and non-vegetarian food from North India, South India and Sri Lanka, with halal and vegan options too. The service is warm and attentive, and diners often mention small touches such as a complimentary dessert. It is right on bui vien walking street, so it is handy for dinner before a night out. There is a second branch in Thao Dien (An Khanh Ward).
- Address: 274 Bui Vien Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM daily
- Website: https://babaskitchen.vn/
Benaras Indian Bistro
Benaras is an Indian restaurant chain inspired by Varanasi, and one of the few in Saigon that clearly offers Jain food.
Benaras is not a typical Indian restaurant: its menu is inspired by Varanasi, one of the oldest and holiest cities in India. Try the Benarasi chaat, a crispy snack with potato, chickpeas, yoghurt and tamarind chutney, or the Benarasi dum aloo. Upbeat Indian music adds to the festive mood. The chain has several branches across Vietnam, including one near the Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Address: 21B Ton Duc Thang Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily
- Website: https://benaras.club/
Dalcheeni
Dalcheeni is a cosy, colourful restaurant in the city centre, best for biryani, butter chicken and classic curries.
Whether you crave creamy butter chicken, fragrant biryani or a fiery vindaloo, Dalcheeni has it all. Order naan and raita to balance the heat. Vegetarians will find paneer, dal and vegetable curries. With a pleasant ambience, polite staff and fair prices, it is worth at least one dinner. Dalcheeni also has branches in Hanoi and Da Nang.
- Address: 2A Ngo Van Nam Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Website: https://dalcheenivn.com/ho-chi-minh/
Mumtaz Indian Restaurant
Mumtaz is a lively Indian restaurant on Bui Vien Street, good for a late dinner close to the nightlife.
Mumtaz stands out for its food, service and atmosphere. The staff are helpful and good-humoured, and happy to suggest dishes to suit your taste and spice level. Bright fabrics, artwork and statues create a warm, welcoming feel, and the surrounding street comes alive with music at night.
- Address: 226 Bui Vien Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
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Shanti Indian Cuisine
Shanti is a good-value Indian restaurant near Bui Vien with a strong vegetarian menu.
For vegetarian Indian food in Saigon, Shanti Indian Cuisine is hard to ignore. Wood-panelled walls and good lighting give it a bright, elegant feel. Try the dal makhani, aloo gobi and chana masala, all cooked with fresh ingredients and bold spices. Prices are very reasonable and dishes are nicely presented, making it a good choice for families, friends or couples.
- Address: 26 Nguyen Cu Trinh Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City (older listings show 279 Pham Ngu Lao)
- Opening hours: around 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Tandoor Indian Restaurant
Tandoor is one of the longest-running Indian restaurants in Saigon, best for a classic, slightly upmarket meal.
Tandoor is a good place to impress a date or treat friends to a nicer meal. Diners praise the lamb dishes, the palak paneer and the garlic naan, served hot, chewy and crisp with roasted garlic. The mint lassi is refreshing. Prices are a little higher than on Bui Vien, but the quality makes it worthwhile.
- Address: 39A–39B Ngo Duc Ke Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM and 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Website: https://tandoorvietnam.com/
Namaste India
Namaste India on Bui Vien is a reliable, affordable choice for vegetarian Indian food such as paneer, dal and naan.
Finding vegetarian food in Vietnam can be hard, but Namaste India makes it easy. From kadhai paneer and dal tadka to veg pulao and butter naan, the menu has plenty of choice. Finish with masala chai, lassi, gulab jamun, kheer or kulfi. The food is fresh and affordable, and the service is friendly. There is a second branch on Nguyen Huu Canh Street near Vinhomes Central Park.
- Address: 189 Bui Vien Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: around 10:00–10:30 AM to 10:00–11:00 PM daily
- Website: https://namasteindia.vn/
Saigon Indian Restaurant
Saigon Indian Restaurant opens early, making it one of the few places in the city for an Indian breakfast.
This restaurant serves dishes from across India: curries, tandoori, biryani, naan, roti and samosas. You can choose your spice level, from mild to extra hot. It suits a family meal, a date or a casual dinner with friends, and is a short walk from Ben Thanh Market.
- Address: 26 Le Anh Xuan Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Website: https://saigonindian.com/
Pure Vegetarian Indian Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City
For a 100% vegetarian kitchen, Makhan Bhog is the best-known pure-veg Indian restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City.
Makhan Bhog Indian Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurant serves only vegetarian and vegan food, so there is no risk of meat in the kitchen. It is at 23 Ton Duc Thang Street (Sai Gon Ward), with a second branch at 32 Duong Dang Huu Pho Street (An Khanh Ward), open around 11:00 AM–10:00 PM. Tanishq Indian Vegetarian Restaurant is another pure-veg option. Jain travellers should also ask about Jain dishes at Benaras.
Tips for Eating Indian Food in Ho Chi Minh City
Most Indian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City are in the centre, accept cards and can adjust spice levels and vegetarian or Jain requests.
- Where to look: the busiest cluster of Ho Chi Minh City Indian restaurants is on and around Bui Vien and Pham Ngu Lao; the more upmarket ones are near Dong Du and the riverside.
- Jain food: say “no onion, no garlic, no root vegetables” clearly when ordering, and choose pure-veg kitchens if you are strict.
- Booking: book ahead for groups on Friday and Saturday nights and during Diwali.
- Budget: a full meal costs about ₹350–700 per person at budget places and ₹1,500–2,500 at upmarket restaurants. See our guide to vietnam per person budget from india to plan your total spend.
- After dinner: enjoy coffee and dessert at the koi-pond oasis cafe ho chi minh, or explore the city’s bars and rooftops.
- Addresses: since 2025, the old District 1 is split into Ben Thanh Ward and Sai Gon Ward, so you may see either old or new names on maps.
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