The Story

About This Place

Fellini sits at 26B Thảo Điền, on the stretch of road that anchors the neighbourhood's dining scene. The name references Federico Fellini, the Italian filmmaker — a small signal about the sensibility behind the place. With a 4.7-star average across 68 Google reviews, it ranks among the more consistently rated Italian options in the district, suggesting regulars who return rather than one-time visitors leaving inflated scores.

Thao Dien has no shortage of Italian restaurants competing for the expat and long-term resident crowd, and the daily 11 AM–10:30 PM schedule makes Fellini one of the few that covers both a proper lunch sitting and a relaxed dinner without the compressed hours common to smaller neighbourhood spots. The address puts it within walking distance of the Thảo Điền residential blocks rather than buried in the An Phú cluster, which tends to draw a more local neighbourhood feel than the tourist-facing dining strips closer to the river.

Without a scraped menu on file, specific dishes cannot be detailed here — but the Italian focus and rating trajectory suggest a kitchen keeping reasonable standards across the board. For anyone scouting Italian options in District 2, the review volume and score warrant a visit over the lower-rated alternatives on the same street.

italian cuisinelunch and dinner serviceconsistent high ratings
relaxedneighbourhoodcasual-dining
Menu Highlights

What to order at Fellini

  • Burrata with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Pesto at Fellini

    Burrata with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Pesto

    454k VND

    Creamy Burrata served on a bed of slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, drizzled, with fresh basil pesto and olive oil, served w

  • Piccata Milanese at Fellini

    Piccata Milanese

    415k VND

    Crispy breaded chicken breast, pan-fried in butter to golden perfection, served with spaghetti in a rich tomato sauce

  • Cotoletta alla Milanese con Patatine at Fellini

    Cotoletta alla Milanese con Patatine

    398k VND

    Golden crisp breaded veal cutlet. Pan-fried in clarified butter, served with French Fries and a wedge of Lemon.

  • Asparagus Risotto at Fellini

    Asparagus Risotto

    391k VND

    Creamy Arborio Rice slowly cooked with asparagi, butter, mascapone and parmesan, creating a rich white risotto full of

  • Creamy risotto with a hint of saffron, served with our house special homemade. at Fellini

    Creamy risotto with a hint of saffron, served with our house special homemade.

    391k VND

    Creamy Arborio rice slowly cooked with saffron, butter and parmesan, creating a rich golden hued risotto full of delicat

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Reviews

4.6(78)
Joshua Sandman
Joshua Sandman
3mo ago

Tucked down a quiet lane in Thảo Điền, Fellini offers warm cozy Italian vibes. The highlight was the rich, creamy carbonara pasta, Friendly service and genuine comfort make this little spot a gem. Highly recommended for an authentic Italian cuisine in the neighborhood. Cannot wait to eat then

Paul Means
Paul Means
4mo ago

Great food generous proportions One serving of Bruschetta al Pomodoro is big enough for 3 with very fresh ingredients.The Spaghetti Frutti di Mare Piccata Milanese are recommended and the Tiramisu is a must

Minh Nguyen
Minh Nguyen
5mo ago

So far the most authentic Italian pasta we have tried in Ho Chi Minh. Every was done simply bt deliciously. Highly recommended the carbonara. They use guancile which is very tasty and authentic. The ambience is warm and cosy. Price is on the high side but you pay for higher quality. Will come back to try the other dishes.

Ngoc Ha
Ngoc Ha
5mo ago

as a tomato lover im obsessed w the roasted cherry tomatoes. been craving for some good lemon pasta and they did not disappoint! gamberi aglio olio was okay. overall a cozy place for some italian dishes

Terry Gordon
Terry Gordon
6mo ago

My wife and I had a lovely dinner here on Valentines Day. Nick and Sven are great hosts and the food is fantastic. And a very well selected short list of wines. Thank you!

Visit Tips

Visiting Fellini

  • Menu starts from: 55k VND, based on 34 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 703 338 877 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: date night, family dinner, weekend lunch.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Spaghetti with Lemon and Basil

Spaghetti with Lemon and Basil

Vibe

The image shows an exterior view of a café named 'Fellini' located on a street with red-tiled walls and large windows displaying the interior where pe

The image shows an exterior view of a café named 'Fellini' located on a street with red-tiled walls and large windows displaying the interior where pe

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What is the best dish at Fellini?
Reviewers consistently highlight the tiramisu — described as 'the best in Thao Dien' with all ingredients homemade — and the Burrata with roasted cherry tomatoes, which one guest called 'tomato candy.''
Is Fellini good for a date night?
The space is described as 'refined but not overly fancy,' and at least one couple visited on Valentine's Day, praising hosts Nick and Sven and a well-curated wine list.
Does Fellini take reservations?
Reviewers note it is a small space and recommend booking in advance 'to avoid missing the nice meal.'
Is Fellini authentic Italian?
Multiple reviewers call it 'very authentic,' with one comparing it to 'a small osteria in a small town in la campagna romana.' The owners are Swiss but described as carrying out Italian tradition 'impeccably.'
Is Fellini good for a quick meal?
At least one review notes food 'might take a bit long' given the bistro-style kitchen, and explicitly states it is 'not for the hurry ones.'
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