Top 5 omakase restaurants under 1 million VND in HCMC

(Dan Tri) - Omakase is often known as a unique culinary style with quite expensive prices. However, in Ho Chi Minh City you can still enjoy omakase for less than 1 million VND.

"Omakase" in Japanese means "leave it to the chef", meaning the chef will decide what dishes to serve to the guests. They often rely on the available ingredients of the day and personal inspiration to create meticulous dishes, beautifully presented, bringing a new culinary experience.

The way the food is placed in the diner's hands is a unique feature in the omakase experience (Photo: U Restaurant).

More than just a meal, omakase is a “performance” – where each dish reflects the chef’s personality. The menu usually consists of several sections: Appetizers, main courses, and desserts.

Because of the emphasis on quality and artistry, omakase is often quite expensive. However, in Ho Chi Minh City, there are still omakase options with accessible prices for beginners. Below are 5 omakase restaurants priced under 1 million VND in Ho Chi Minh City.

Sushi Aizawa

Sushi Aizawa is one of the famous restaurants with a luxurious, minimalist space, honoring the natural beauty. The restaurant space has a strong Japanese spirit with wooden furniture as the main interior, combined with decorative paintings and small potted plants to bring a sense of peace.

Japanese chef directly prepares and introduces dishes to diners (Photo: Sushi Aizawa).

At the restaurant, the number of diners is often limited to ensure privacy and neatness during the service. Therefore, to dine here, you should contact to reserve a table early. In return, you will be served attentively with fresh dishes meticulously decorated by the chef.

Omakase at Sushi Aizawa has different prices depending on whether it is lunch or dinner. The menu is also very diverse with fresh imported ingredients every day. Through the skillful hands of the chef, diners can fully enjoy sashimi, sushi, miso soup or steamed eggs.

The dishes are always fresh and beautiful (Photo: Sushi Aizawa).

With a minimalist and discreet space, Sushi Aizawa is the ideal choice for those who want to have a private meal or simply enjoy their own culinary pleasure. With a price of less than 1 million VND when dining at noon, you can fully enjoy omakase here.

Address: 8/2 Le Thanh Ton, Saigon Ward, HCMC

Opening hours: 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. (Closed on Sundays)

Reference price: From 900,000 VND to 1.2 million VND/person

Sushi Taka

Located on Thai Van Lung Street - a place likened to "miniature Japan" in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City - Sushi Taka impresses with its minimalist architectural style. The cozy space with wooden tones, soft yellow lights and an open sushi counter - where diners can directly observe the chef preparing each dish.

Fresh and diverse dishes at Sushi Taka (Photo: Sushi Taka).

The cuisine here is a combination of traditional omakase art and modern creativity. The menu is built according to the season, with signature dishes such as sea bream sashimi, sturgeon egg sushi or pan-fried foie gras.

During the meal, diners can chat with the chef to learn about the ingredients and how to enjoy each dish.

The restaurant currently serves 3 omakase meals at different prices. The trial meal for beginners costs 700,000 VND/person. Diners can also inform in advance of special dietary requirements or food allergies so that the chef can make appropriate adjustments, providing a complete experience.

Address: 8A/A22 Thai Van Lung, Saigon Ward, HCMC

Opening hours: 5:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. (Closed on Sundays)

Reference price: About 700,000 VND/person

Yes Restaurant

U Restaurant is one of the outstanding omakase restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City with a cozy space designed with wood, bamboo and Vietnamese ceramic materials. This place brings a familiar yet sophisticated feeling, different from the luxury often seen in Japanese-style restaurants.

The omakase meals here are built on fresh ingredients of the day, through the creative hands of the chef, becoming exquisite, beautifully presented dishes.

An omakase set with 9 dishes at U Restaurant (Photo: U Restaurant).

In addition to preserving the original flavor, the chef at U Restaurant also skillfully brings the "Vietnamese soul" into the dishes through familiar ingredients such as: Rice vinegar, lemon leaves or local seafood. An omakase meal can include: Sushi, sashimi, tempura, seasonal hot dishes and dessert.

Prices at U Restaurant are quite affordable, suitable for those who want to experience quality omakase without exceeding 1 million VND. Diners should book a table in advance to ensure a seat at the kitchen counter - where they can directly observe the chef preparing food.

Address: 133A Nguyen Dinh Chinh, Phu Nhuan Ward, HCMC

Opening hours: 4:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Reference price: About 750,000 VND/person

Kaiseki Hanabi

Kaiseki Hanabi offers a minimalist yet cozy atmosphere. The centerpiece of the restaurant is a Japanese-style counter with about 10 seats, where diners can directly observe the chefs preparing food. In addition, the restaurant also has private rooms for groups who want to dine in a private space.

The omakase menu here has a wide range of prices, ranging from 700,000 VND to 1.1 million VND depending on the meal. The meal usually starts with fresh sashimi, followed by tempura, rice, miso soup and ends with dessert.

Not serving a set menu, Kaiseki Hanabi changes dishes according to the season and the chef's inspiration, bringing freshness to each experience.

Omakase here combines Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine (Photo: Kaiseki Hanabi).

Each omakase set includes about 6-9 dishes, arranged in order from light to bold, cold to hot, light to fatty, leading diners through a complete flavor journey.

Note when dining here, customers need to book at least one day in advance and must clearly state the menu they choose so that the chef can prepare most carefully.

Address: No. 18, Street 41, An Khanh Ward, HCMC

Opening hours: 11am-3pm and 5:30pm-10pm

Reference price: From 700,000 VND to 1.1 million VND/person

Sushi Jion

Sushi Jion has a modern space combined with the minimalist style commonly found in Japanese restaurants. The serving counter in the center of the restaurant is designed with light wood and soft yellow lights, making the space sophisticated and comfortable.

Here, the omakase menu is built on the principle of respecting the freshness of the ingredients. Diners can directly observe the chef preparing and chat to understand more about the spirit of each dish.

The restaurant always prioritizes the freshness of ingredients (Photo: Sushi Jion).

Another highlight of the restaurant is the "sumibi" charcoal grilling technique, which gives the food a light smoky flavor, increasing its appeal. Regarding the menu, the meals here include sushi, sashimi, hot dishes such as miso soup, tempura and desserts.

In addition to the quality of the food and the exquisite presentation, Sushi Jion also scores points thanks to its standard service style and quiet, Japanese-style space. This is the ideal place to enjoy a full meal and relax after a busy day.

Address: 8A/G7A Thai Van Lung, Saigon Ward, HCMC

Opening hours: 6:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Reference price: From 900,000 VND to more than 2.2 million VND/person

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