This cool, classy first-floor restaurant right in the heart of the action near Bến Thành Market brings Latin American cuisine to Saigon. It’s a shared culinary DNA that leads to something truly compelling both in the glass and on the plate. Why we love it Chef Adrian Chong Yen, who spent more than a decade cooking in Singapore, celebrates the "shared similarities in terms of culture and palates" between Asian and Latin American cooking, showing that the holy trinity of lime, chilli and fresh coriander, and a preference for bright, vital flavours, folds the map on those 9,000 miles in some style.

▪ Sol Kitchen & Bar, which was already recommended last year, is now moved from MICHELIN Selected to Bib Gourmand. It is a restaurant serving Latin-American recipes like marinated steak served with chimichurri sauce, BBQ ribs glazed with fish sauce, and whole roasted chicken served with mojo sauce - apart from its eclectic and appetizing à la carte menu, featuring empanadas from Mexico, scallop ceviche from Peru, and burrata salad from Italy.

Chic bohemian vibes, dreamy poolside cabanas and an open kitchen whipping out flame-kissed Latina flavours - Sol Kitchen and Bar in District 7 is a slice of Bali-esque aesthetic and heaven in Ho Chi Minh City. Inside, there’s a standalone bar where you can find bartenders shaking, stirring and serving up zesty and playful cocktails next to cosy two-seat and family-style tables boasting stunning macrame centrepieces and flowy white curtains perfect for those Instagram-worthy moments. With that in mind, there’s a daily happy hour (50% off cocktails) so you can impress bae without having to break the bank but even without, you get what you pay for: well-executed and sizable dishes, top-notch service and vibes you’ll instantly fall in love with.

If Thao Dien is too remote or the center of District 1 is too crowded for residents in the south of the city, Sol Kitchen & Bar in District 7 will be a great choice to enjoy food and relax in a Latin American atmosphere on the weekend. Not only serving diners with quality Spanish and Mexican food, Sol Kitchen & Bar also owns a spacious and liberal space, lively music performances to help you regain your energy after a long week of hard work.

Modern Latin American Classics – A variety of innovative dishes inspired by traditional Latin American cuisine, served in a stylish and upscale environment. Sol Kitchen & Bar is a trendy and upscale Latin American restaurant located in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Known for its modern takes on classic Latin American dishes, Sol Kitchen & Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with a menu that highlights fresh and bold flavors.

Sol Kitchen & Bar recently moved a 100 meters down the street to a brilliant block with Pasteur Street Brewing on the ground floor, Yuzu omakase upstars, and on the top floor Sol Kitchen’s proprietor, Adrian Chong Yen’s Taco Del Sol (110-112 Ly Tu Trong, District 1). When it first opened at 115 Ly Tu Trong, Sol Kitchen & Bar joined a nascent foodie scene around Ben Thanh Market, near to a Pizza 4P’s and Summer Experiment.

Sol is one of the only Latin American restaurants in Saigon. Hidden in plain sight in District 1, you have to clamber up a flight of stairs before entering a bright, open, room filled with comfortable sofa chairs, wicker basket light fixtures, and tonnes of indoor plants. If you have time on your hands, consider going to their District 7 location for poolside vibes that just cannot be beaten.

Sol is one of the only Latin American restaurants in Saigon. Hidden in plain sight in District 1, you have to clamber up a flight of stairs before entering a bright, open, room filled with comfortable sofa chairs, wicker basket light fixtures, and tonnes of indoor plants. If you have time on your hands, consider going to their District 7 location for pool-side vibes that just cannot be beat.

Sol Kitchen & Bar is a Mexican and Spanish restaurant that offers fine dining experiences in an elegantly-decorated space. At first glance, the restaurant is clean, simple, and fancy in white and beige as the main colors added with the combination of many cultural factors. Besides, the light system and green trees make it feel so romantic that you should come here with your lover sometime.

Sol Kitchen & Bar is a refined Mexican and Spanish restaurant in Ho Chi Minh that provides an exceptional fine dining experience. The elegantly decorated space features clean, simple, and stylish decor with white and beige as the primary colors, accented by various cultural elements. The lighting and greenery add to the romantic ambiance, making it an ideal spot for a date night.

You can find the fiery flavours of Mexico and Argentina right at Sol Kitchen & Bar, where innovative tacos and crispy empanadas have instantly impressed both locals and tourists. The high ceiling design is a standout feature of Sol’s space, combined with woven willow pendant lights that create a vibrant light and robust cacti that bring in a touch of greenery.

Chef Adrian Chong from Sol Kitchen & Bar, which received the award in the Bib Gourmand category, said, "Whether we have a Michelin star or not, the pressure is the same. The important thing is that customers come to us and we see and understand their reactions and feelings about the food. We will focus on bringing the best culinary experience to our diners.

Experience fine dining in Saigon at Sol Kitchen & Bar, a Latin American culinary oasis in District 1. The enticing menu features mouth-watering empanadas, scallop ceviche, and burrata salad. Indulge in Sol's renowned marinated steak with chimichurri sauce, BBQ ribs glazed with fish sauce, and roasted chicken infused with mojo sauce.

Experience fine dining in Saigon at Sol Kitchen & Bar, a Latin-America culinary oasis in District 1. The enticing menu here features mouth-watering empanadas, scallop ceviche, and burrata salad. Indulge in Sol's renowned marinated steak with chimichurri sauce, BBQ ribs glazed with fish sauce, and mojo sauce-infused roasted chicken.

Sol Kitchen & Bar delivers modern Latin American cuisine in a stylish, vibrant setting. With dishes like ceviche, grilled octopus, and tacos paired with creative cocktails, it’s a refreshing change in the city’s food scene. Ideal for trendy nights out or sharing plates with friends.

In HCMC, the new restaurants included Banh xeo 46A, Bo kho (beef stew) Ganh, Hue-style beef noodle soup 14B, Man Moi, Tu’s House, Sol Kitchen & Bar, Cantonese eatery Com Tho Chuyen Ky, famous for its double-boiled silkie chicken soup, and Vi Que Kitchen.

Sol Kitchen & Bar is located in an old French villa at 112 Ly Tu Trong Street in District 1. The Michelin Guide describes the restaurant as "boasting strong Latin American cuisine in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City.

Located on Ly Tu Trong Street in HCM City’s District 1, Sol Kitchen & Bar, which mainly serves Latin American-style dishes, secures sixth place on the list.