The Refinery · Restaurant · Saigon
A French bistro in the old opium refinery courtyard on Hai Ba Trung.
The Refinery shares the 74 Hai Ba Trung courtyard with Hoa Tuc, in a complex built originally as an opium refinery, and it runs as a French bistro and wine bar built in the Paris tradition: tiled floors, bentwood chairs, a blackboard menu, and black-and-white photographs of old Saigon on the walls.
The terrace tables under the courtyard trees are the ones to ask for. The interior is comfortable, but the courtyard is why the complex is worth choosing over a street-front room, and it is where the restaurant's history as a converted colonial building shows most clearly.
Service runs 11:00 to 23:00 daily, with a happy hour from 15:30 to 18:00. The Refinery takes reservations through TableCheck - use the booking button on this page. Brunch in the courtyard is worth building a morning around; the kitchen runs three separate brunch menus across the week.
The courtyard is shared with Hoa Tuc next door, so on a busy evening the noise carries between the rooms. A table at the far end from the bar is the quieter choice if conversation matters.
Address: 74 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000, Vietnam, Saigon
The Refinery takes reservations through TableCheck. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Saigon; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 11:00 - 23:00
- Tuesday: 11:00 - 23:00
- Wednesday: 11:00 - 23:00
- Thursday: 11:00 - 23:00
- Friday: 11:00 - 23:00
- Saturday: 11:00 - 23:00
- Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00
Frequently asked about The Refinery
How do I get a reservation at The Refinery in Saigon?
Tables at The Refinery are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Saigon plan, our Saigon partner handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at The Refinery?
The Refinery is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at The Refinery?
The Refinery keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is The Refinery located?
The Refinery is in Saigon, at 74 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000, Vietnam. MyRSVP can build it into a full Saigon itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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