Located in the heart of Saigon, East by Ngo Thanh Hoa captivates diners with its elegant, refined, and deeply atmospheric space. Every corner is meticulously crafted, creating an ambiance that feels both modern and serenely Asian. It is the ideal destination for luxurious evening dining, intimate gatherings, or simply a moment to slow down and savor life’s flavors.
Cuisine as slices of time – delicate, refined, and full of emotion
At East, each dish is a story.
A slice of time.
A thoughtful blend of memories, emotions, and creative inspiration.
Chef Ngo Thanh Hoa – Winner of MasterChef Vietnam – infuses every dish with a gentle yet modern spirit. His food carries warmth, sensitivity, and elegance, like a soft message sent through year-end feasts and heartfelt reunions.
Vietnamese ingredients reborn through contemporary techniques
East brings together familiar Vietnamese ingredients such as lotus seeds, tonkin jasmine flowers, and wild betel leaves, transforming them through modern culinary techniques into unique, harmonious, and captivating creations.
Wagyu Satsuma – The epitome of balance
• Pan-seared Wagyu Satsuma, tender and beautifully marbled
• Smooth lotus seed puree, subtly sweet and elegantly Vietnamese
• Bright bell pepper salsa & crispy sweet potato for contrasting textures
• Wild betel leaf oil and mint chili sauce infusing a distinctive Vietnamese character
The dish is a seamless intersection of authenticity and creativity, international craftsmanship and Vietnamese soul.
Grilled Oyster with Consommé – an East-meets-West twist
A standout dish at East is the grilled oyster, paired with the refined French consommé technique.
The pure, delicate flavor of the consommé blends with:
• Rich, tender pork belly
• Fragrant la e herb sauce from the Central Highlands
The result is a dish both familiar and innovative, offering a creative yet approachable dining experience.
Innovation that preserves the Vietnamese spirit
The essence of East lies not in extravagance but in subtle sophistication:
Preserving the heart of Vietnamese cuisine, yet presenting it through a modern, bold, and artistic lens.
This is the spirit of Innovation – honoring local identity through creative technique, contemporary aesthetics, and deep respect for each ingredient.
East by Ngo Thanh Hoa – Where Vietnamese flavors are expressed in the language of global cuisine
If you’re seeking an elegant, flavorful, and inspiring culinary journey—where every dish tells a story and every flavor evokes emotion—East is the perfect choice.
Address – East by Ngo Thanh Hoa
73 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan Street, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City