This restaurant serves Pho in a league of its own. By combining premium ingredients with masterful technique, they create a dish that is truly incomparable. Culinary professionals will surely be impressed by the high-end equipment in their open kitchen. The flavors are truly sophisticated, earning the highest praise from those with a refined palate. Recently, they have introduced a range of "restructured" traditional Vietnamese dishes. While anyone can enjoy them, those familiar with the original recipes will truly appreciate how they have been elevated to a new level. Even if you don’t usually eat fried dough with your Pho, you must order it here. Their sourdough fried dough is delicious on its own, but it becomes truly exceptional when dipped into the broth. Their Vietnamese coffee is also fantastic—in fact, I sometimes stop by just for a coffee break with the fried dough, skipping the Pho entirely. The architecture is inspired by old Central Vietnamese buildings. The dining experience begins the moment you step through the gate and walk through the serene courtyard. In the heart of bustling Ho Chi Minh City, this space offers residents a refreshing escape and provides travelers with a truly unforgettable memory.
Chị Mơ - Vietnamese restaurant in Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
About This Place
Chị Mơ occupies a Hoi An–style building on a quiet Thao Dien lane, its open-air garden shaded by palms and threaded with jazz — an atmosphere that slows the pace in a way few restaurants on this stretch manage. The food matches the setting: deliberate, detail-oriented, rooted in Northern Vietnamese tradition but willing to push at its edges.
The phở is the anchor. Chef and owner Chico offers a choice of three broths — two Northern-style preparations and one Southern-style — alongside two noodle options, with meat toppings assembled to order. The broth carries a depth and body closer to ramen than the typical bowl found elsewhere in the district, which has made it a talking point among serious eaters. Everything supporting that bowl is made in-house: the pickled garlic, the fermented sriracha, the stocks.
Beyond phở, the kitchen experiments with restructured Vietnamese dishes — traditional flavors rendered in unfamiliar forms. The taro savory cake (khoai sọ mixed with Parmesan) delivers the savoriness of a broth in solid form, a precise move that signals what the kitchen is capable of. Phở cuốn and ba rọi nướng are repeat-visit staples for regulars working their way through the full menu.
The open kitchen is fully visible from the dining room, its professional equipment on display — an unusual transparency for a neighborhood spot. The space draws a mix of expats and Vietnamese guests who come as much for the setting as the food: the garden, the cocktails, the unhurried pace of an evening. Running from breakfast through 10 PM most days, it suits a morning bowl as well as a long table dinner that stretches into drinks.
Reviews
Fantastic lunch experience! The restaurant is in a cute neighborhood and the staff are very friendly. The food has a contemporary Vietnamese style, which made it really fun to try something a bit different. Highly recommend the Phở cuốn and Ba rọi nướng!
Absolutely blown away. 🌟 This small Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Thao Dien (District 2, HCMC) is a true hidden gem. Every delicacy we tasted blew our minds from A to Z — bold, balanced, and deeply authentic flavors in every bite. If you’re a flavor enthusiast, prepare to be amazed by this incredible cuisine. Can’t recommend it enough! We'll be back soon!
We had coffee there before, but just had dinner there tonight for the first time. Chị Mơ delivers a genuinely satisfying cuisin from the North, the flavors are clean, balanced, and clearly made with care. The Phở is a must-try, especially for anyone who appreciates traditional Vietnamese cuisine. As someone who prefers the Northern-style phở, I found it particularly enjoyable light, aromatic broth with a refined, authentic taste that really stands out. This is a great spot for quality Vietnamese food and a reliable choice when you’re craving a proper bowl of phở or a phở xào.
I visited Vietnam recently and had the chance to stop by my friend’s newly opened pho restaurant — and it truly exceeded my expectations. What makes this place unique is that you can choose from three different broth options, which is something I’ve never seen elsewhere in Vietnam: two Northern-style broths and one Southern-style broth. You can also choose between two types of noodles, and even customize the meat toppings exactly to your liking. The pho was incredibly aromatic and deeply flavorful — I was genuinely impressed from the first sip. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also fantastic, stylish yet very comfortable. They even make their own homemade kombucha, and you can really feel the owner’s passion and attention to detail in every aspect of the experience. If you’re visiting Ho Chi Minh City, this is an absolute must-visit spot. Highly recommended!
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Chị Mơ located in Thao Dien?
- Chị Mơ is located at 23C Lê Văn Miến, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 70000, Vietnam. It is situated in the Thao Dien neighborhood of District 2 (Thu Duc City), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- What is Chị Mơ known for?
- Chị Mơ is a vietnamese restaurant in Thao Dien known for three-broth phở (two northern-style, one southern-style), housemade pickled garlic and fermented sriracha, phở cuốn, ba rọi nướng, taro savory cake with khoai sọ and parmesan. It has a 4.8 rating based on 207 reviews.
- What are the opening hours of Chị Mơ?
- Chị Mơ is typically open 7 AM–10 PM (Monday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
- Does Chị Mơ accept reservations?
- Yes, you can contact Chị Mơ to make a reservation by calling +84 786 331 413. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.







