Best Vegan & Vegetarian in Thao Dien, Saigon

15 places in Thao Dien

Thao Dien packs more plant-based options into one neighborhood than anywhere else in District 2, from CHAY GARDEN on Xuân Thủy — known for lotus root chips with cheese powder and abalone mushroom tempura with tamarind sauce — to two KIM SA branches serving braised young jackfruit and vegetarian bún bò huế. ChanChan Vegan Noodle and Kashew Cheese Deli bring Chinese-style glass noodles and house cashew cheeses to the mix across 27 venues total.

Common Questions

Which vegan or vegetarian restaurant in Thao Dien is the most highly rated?
Both KIM SA branches in Thao Dien hold a 4.9★ rating with over 1,000 reviews each — the Premium garden villa location draws regulars for bún nắm nướng chay with mushrooms and lemongrass tofu. CHAY GARDEN on Xuân Thủy follows at 4.8★ across nearly 1,700 reviews, making it one of the most-reviewed vegetarian restaurants in District 2.
Where can I find Western-style or international vegan food in Thao Dien?
Kashew Cheese Deli makes all its cheeses in-house from cashews and serves them in dishes like aubergine tomato and cheese pasta and pesto panini on wholemeal bread. Zeroism Vegan rounds out the Western options with sourdough focaccia, pesto pizza, and a jackfruit bánh mì from its café and bakery.
What are the standout dishes to try at vegan restaurants in Thao Dien?
CHAY GARDEN's abalone mushroom tempura with tamarind sauce and gac fruit soup with tofu are consistent highlights on Xuân Thủy, while ChanChan Vegan Noodle's chanchan mian — chewy glass noodles with pickled radish — and vegan bún riêu with konjac and fried tofu are worth the trip on their own.
Where is Thao Dien?
Thao Dien is an upscale neighborhood in District 2 (now part of Thu Duc City), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It sits on the east bank of the Saigon River and is known for its international community, tree-lined streets, and vibrant dining scene.