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About This Place

Ba Gác Xuân Thủy occupies an evening niche in Thao Dien that few places manage convincingly: a bar-forward atmosphere that still works for families. The venue runs a free kids' meal policy for children under 1m2, and staff have a reputation for going out of their way on special occasions — birthday tables get a song, a sign, and a round of beers equal in number to the guest's age. The food anchors around Vietnamese-style grilling. The meat platter draws consistent praise for its sauce variety, and grilled sturgeon features on the menu alongside fresh oysters that reviewers flag as a reliable order. A selection of Vietnamese-inspired cocktails rounds out a drinks list that also covers craft beer, giving the menu more range than a typical grill house. The space is deliberately designed — colorful, managed, and loud, with a resident DJ on rotation most nights. Music levels divide opinion: some find the energy addictive, others find it overwhelming for conversation. Pricing sits a notch above the Thao Dien average, which the kitchen mostly justifies, though food can run salty and wait times stretch toward 30 minutes during busy service. Among the cluster of grill restaurants in the district, this one stands apart through the combination of a genuine bar program, a festive event culture, and a rating of 4.8 across more than a thousand reviews — a floor that filters out a lot of the inconsistency typical of high-volume evening spots. Opens daily at 4 PM.

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Reviews

4.8(1032)
Vy Nguyen
Vy Nguyen
6mo ago

The atmosphere is pretty. But the food takes pretty long to arrive 30~ minutes. Food is super strong and salty

Steve Viper
Steve Viper
9mo ago

we ordered 2 meals but only received 1. the tenderloin beef was inedible because it was extremely chewy. huge waste of time and money

ngocthao hoang
ngocthao hoang
10mo ago

Nice place for dinner after office time. Foods and drinks are good. Price may be 1 step in upper vs the average.

Ricky
Ricky
1y ago

Meat platter was very delicious, great sauce variety and taste. Restaurant had a DJ which created a great vibe and energy. Staff were friendly and helpful. Nice place for family dinner or a date.

Andrea D'Orazio
Andrea D'Orazio
1y ago

Better than expected: grilled sturgeon was quite good, maybe a bit overcooked. Green papaya was too unripe. Service is kind and fast, but zero English. Environment is colorful and well managed, but the loud music everywhere is annoying.

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Food

Shrimp and Fresh Vegetable Soup

Shrimp and Fresh Vegetable Soup

Vietnamese Meat Platter

Vietnamese Meat Platter

Seafood Vegetable Stew

Seafood Vegetable Stew

Vibe

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The image depicts the interior of a modern venue in Thao Dien, Saigon. It features a spacious area with wooden tables and chairs arranged for dining.

The image depicts the interior of a modern venue in Thao Dien, Saigon. It features a spacious area with wooden tables and chairs arranged for dining.

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A printed menu for 'BAO AC Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar' located in Thao Dien, Saigon. The menu is divided into sections: 'FOOD MENU' (with sub

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Where is BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar located in Thao Dien?
BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar is located at 39 Xuân Thủy, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam. It is situated in the Thao Dien neighborhood of District 2 (Thu Duc City), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
What is BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar known for?
BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar is a restaurant in Thao Dien known for grilled meat platter, fresh oysters, vietnamese craft cocktails, birthday celebrations with age-matched free beers, live dj. It has a 4.8 rating based on 1032 reviews.
What are the opening hours of BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar?
BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar is typically open 4 PM–12 AM (Monday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
Does BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar accept reservations?
Yes, you can contact BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar to make a reservation by calling +84 28 9999 6268. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.
How expensive is BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar?
BA GÁC XUÂN THUỶ - Contemporary Vietnamese Grill & Bar is considered moderately priced for the Thao Dien area. It is a popular restaurant suitable for group dinner, birthday celebration, date night.
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