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About This Place

The menu at Bon reads like a chef's personal obsession with collision — Vietnamese soul food pushed through Korean, Sichuan, and Japanese lenses, then plated with the confidence of someone who actually knows all three cuisines. The phở beef short rib anchors the experience: braised for five hours in pho spice-infused broth and served alongside smoked mashed potatoes, it's the kind of dish that rearranges expectations about what Vietnamese comfort food can be. The bò kho bolognese pasta threads house-made pappardelle through a slow-cooked beef-and-pork ragù seasoned with traditional bò kho spices — a concept that sounds gimmicky but delivers. Dan Dan Cappuccino Udon arrives in sesame tonkotsu broth with mapo tofu, preserved mustard greens, and thick udon absorbing Sichuan numbing heat.

The restaurant sits on Tống Hữu Định, a quieter residential stretch in Thảo Điền away from the neighborhood's busier dining corridors. The space runs an open kitchen, stocks board games for groups inclined to linger, and offers outdoor seating on request. A sign reading 'no bitchin in my kitchen' has earned its own review mentions.

The crowd skews international — expats, traveling visitors, and locals who've made the smash burger a weekly habit. The 120g beef patty on a house-made potato bun with American cheese and roasted onion is straightforward execution done right. The Sichuan Fried Chicken Sando and Korean Fried Chicken Wrap with house-made tortilla follow similar logic: solid technique applied to familiar formats.

Closed Mondays, open 11 AM to 10 PM the rest of the week. With a 4.9 across nearly 200 Google reviews, the consistency is clearly not accidental.

phở beef short rib with smoked mashed potatoesbò kho bolognese pastadan dan cappuccino udonsmash burger on house-made potato bunsichuan fried chicken sando
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Menu Highlights

What to order at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

  • Phở Beef Short Rib at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

    Phở Beef Short Rib

    400k VND

    Sườn bò hầm 5 tiếng trong nước dùng gia vị phở, ăn kèm khoai tây nghiền xông khói và sốt hẹ tươi. 5 hours beef short ri

  • Combo Bon Bon Smash Burger + Coca at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

    Combo Bon Bon Smash Burger + Coca

    292k VND

  • Cordon Bleu Tonkatsu at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

    Cordon Bleu Tonkatsu

    281k VND

    Crispy panko-crusted pork cutlet stuffed with cooked ham and Emmental cheese, served with Japanese tamarind curry, Japan

  • Oyster Sauce Sea Bass at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

    Oyster Sauce Sea Bass

    281k VND

    Cá chẽm áp chảo da giòn, ăn kèm sốt làm từ hàu tươi và kem wasabi đậu hà lan. Crispy-skinned local sea bass with fresh

  • Combo Korean Fried Chicken Wrap + Coca at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

    Combo Korean Fried Chicken Wrap + Coca

    271k VND

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Reviews

4.9(194)
josclyn virrey
josclyn virrey
4mo ago

I’m from cali and this is my first time in Vietnam this is the first place I ate at and it didn’t disappoint. I’m someone who loves burgers this has got to be the best burger I’ve ever had outside of the United States. The pasta bolognese was exceptional so amazing and if it’s not salty enough for you, they have salt and pepper. You can add yourself if you want to add a little bit more to it. Then we had their curry with Katsu that had chicken and cheese inside of the Katsu. For me, it was a little spicy, but if you like spice, it’s perfect. It’s so delicious. Amazing flavors. And last for dessert, we had their French toast with the miso caramel and whipped cream on top. I have never had any flavor like that before the French toast in the US is so so different to me because of my American taste palette it’s not as sweet as I’m used to, but it is something that I would eat again if someone ordered it I’m glad I tried it though. I will be going here again tomorrow trust💚 also please get their apple cider ginger beer. It’s the best beer I’ve had outside of Japanese beer. also, they’re pineapple apple juice with honey is so refreshing and perfect for the hot weather.

Khanh Le
Khanh Le
4mo ago

Treated myself for Valentines day here at Bon. The service was lovely and so was the food. I have been dining at Bon for quite a few time now and today feels like a good day to leave a good review for a good restaurant. Dan dan noodle is always my go to but the veggies and yogurt dish is my new favorite here. Definitely a MUST try!

Hoa
Hoa
5mo ago

We came to Bon for dinner with my friend, and the food was really good. They reinterpret well-known dishes with Vietnamese and Asian flavors. The staff was lovely and kindly arranged an outdoor table for us upon request. I’d especially recommend the chicken sando, bò kho bolo, and the beef ribs with mashed potatoes.

Allan Luberg
Allan Luberg
5mo ago

Food here is on another level. Well executed asian fusion soul food with nice selection of drinks. Dandan cappuchino udon and oyster sauce seabass were to die for. Im definately coming back and suggest everyone to pay a visit here. Definately one of the most unique restaurants in HCM.

Cathy Phan
Cathy Phan
6mo ago

A nice cozy brunch spot in the area. Food taste great, Asian-Western fusion style. A few boardgame/card games to enjoy with friends. Not too crowded and comfy seating, open kitchen. Could be a relaxing place for some food and fun.

Visit Tips

Visiting Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen

  • Open late: Doors stay open past 0 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.

  • Menu starts from: 32k VND, based on 40 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 909 667 236 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: casual dinner, weekend brunch, date night, group hangout.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What is the best dish at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen?
The phở beef short rib — braised five hours in pho spice-infused broth and served with smoked mashed potatoes — draws the most praise. Reviewers call it 'heaven' and 'the perfect comfort food dish'. The bò kho bolognese pasta and smash burger are also frequently recommended.
Does Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is available on request. One reviewer noted 'the staff kindly arranged an outdoor table for us upon request'.
Is Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen good for groups?
The restaurant stocks board games for groups inclined to linger, and one reviewer described it as 'a relaxing place for some food and fun'. The open kitchen and comfortable seating also contribute to a relaxed group atmosphere.
What is the best dish at Bon - Asian Soul Kitchen for first-time visitors?
First-time visitors most often highlight the phở beef short rib and bò kho bolognese pasta. One first-time visitor from California called the smash burger 'the best burger I've ever had outside of the United States'.
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