Đệ Nhất Cơm Canh Thịt Lợn (Thảo Điền) - Restaurant in Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City

I love Korean food, but I used to have some prejudice against Korean people. Many of the Koreans I met in Saigon seemed rude, arrogant, or disrespectful toward Vietnamese people. However, the owner of this restaurant is different. He is polite, kind, and genuinely friendly to Vietnamese people. He is one of the main reasons I keep coming back to this place. My friends and family have met him as well, and they all speak highly of him. I also absolutely love the food and atmosphere here. If you have any prejudice against Koreans, I encourage you to visit this restaurant. It may change your perspective and give you a wonderful experience.

It's Korean restaurant. I had a pork soup at lunch. It's very smooth and kind tastes. With the some toppings, I could change the flavor a bit by bit If you don't have appetite much, then this could be a choice for you. The value for the price is good also. The seating is comfortable enough.

Probably the best pork soup rice I’ve had in Ho Chi Minh City! The broth is rich, fragrant, and super addictive—and even the plain rice is really fragrant too. I got the special pork soup with blood sausage, pork, and pork stomach—very generous portion and really satisfying. It’s only around 180,000–200,000 VND, great value for how filling it is. The steamed dumplings are also really good, but they often sell out on Sundays—so come early!

I had an amazing meal here. The pork soup (Dwaeji-gukbap) was incredibly clean, flavorful, and served piping hot in a traditional stone bowl. What really impressed me was the spread of side dishes—the chives were fresh, and the kimchi had the perfect spicy kick. Pro tip: add the salted shrimp (saeu-jeot) and chives into the soup to customize the flavor to your liking. The portions are generous and the service is quick. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a hearty, authentic Korean meal!

Cơm Canh Lòng Thịt was hearty and comforting. The broth was rich, slightly milky. The pork and intestines were clean, tender, and not overly chewy. Mì Lạnh Trộn Cay was a great contrast. Refreshing, chewy noodles coated in a spicy, tangy sauce. It was flavorful without being overwhelming, and the fresh toppings added a nice crunch. Overall, great flavors, generous portions, and a casual, comfortable vibe. I’d definitely come back to try more dishes. Highly recommend if you’re in Thảo Điền.