Livannah - Sips & Bites Thảo Điền - Restaurant in Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City

We came here for a post–New Year gathering with friends, but this little hidden spot in Thao Dien honestly knocked us all out — quite a first hit for the Year of the Horse 2026 🥲🐎 We ordered quite a bit: the salmon salad was fresh and light, the maki prawn and maki salmon were tasty but fairly standard, and both the tuna tacos and salmon tacos were enjoyable without being particularly memorable. The Cambodian beef skewer was nicely seasoned, the chicken thigh skewer juicy and reliable, and the shiitake skewer earthy and flavorful. Even the baked camembert was warm and comforting, though nothing truly stood out 🍣🍢🧀 Overall, everything was good, but not in a way that justifies the price. Most of these dishes can easily be found at other izakayas for less, so coming here specifically for the food doesn’t feel very worthwhile 💸 I’d say this place works better as a late-night drinks spot — somewhere to sit with friends, have a few cocktails, and share a small skewer or two 🍶✨ But if you come here hungry expecting a full dinner, it’s probably not the best choice. 📍 Livannah - Sips & Bites: 12 Nguyễn Ư Dĩ 💵 1,337,000 VND/ 4pax #izakayastyle #japanesefusion #nightoutwithfriends #latenightbites#夜飲み

Food was outstanding! Nice atmosphere, sat at the bar watching the staff preparing the food. The BBQ squid was spectacular, liked it so much I ordered a second one!

You shouldn’t charge a 5% service fee if you forget someone’s order multiple times. Being said, the caeser salad was bitter, is that supposed to be normal or did we get unlucky? Also the first time in my life I spent $1.1M VND and was starving after. Caesar salad 1.5/10 Phở rolls 3.5/10 Frog legs 4.5/10 Shrimp taco 5.5/10 Sashimi 7/10 Chicken skewers 8.5/10 Pork ribs 9/10 Service 1/10 Cat 10/10 (saved this place from a one star review)

Cozy space, friendly & supportive staffs. Must try: jelly fish salad, bone marrow, Garlic fried rice, lamb rack. Good wine by glass selection.

Very nice ambiance, great service and super tasty food! The portions are generous and pricing are very affordable compared the the outstanding quality. Well done!