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2025 Michelin Guide list honours Viet Nam

On Thursday evening, Michelin Guide Viet Nam hosted its 2025 awards ceremony in Da Nang, honoring outstanding culinary establishments across Ha Noi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang. The event was attended by Phan Linh Chi, Vice Chairwoman of the Viet Nam National Authority of Tourism, and Ho Ky Minh, Standing Vice Chairman of the Da Nang People’s Committee.

La Maison 1888 at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort retains its prestigious one Michelin Star. Photo: Ngoc Ha

The 2025 selection highlights a dynamic, fast-evolving food scene. With more than 20 new entries across all categories, Viet Nam’s culinary future looks brighter than ever. Ho Chi Minh City stands out for its range – from beloved local spots to upscale venues led by international names. Ha Noi and Da Nang continue to impress with new street food finds and Bib Gourmand additions. Across all three cities, dining remains both accessible and exciting.

The newly released restaurant selection showcases 181 establishments, featuring nine one Michelin-starred restaurants, 63 Bib Gourmand and 109 establishments selected for their quality cuisine.

A representative from Nén restaurant (left) celebrates the restaurant’s continued recognition with a Michelin Green Star.

Outstandingly, Da Nang solidifies its culinary standing with La Maison 1888 at the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort retaining its one Michelin Star and Nén restaurant maintaining its Michelin Green Star status.

Among the city’s additions are four new Bib Gourmand establishments – Banh Xeo 76, Bun Bo Hue Ba Thương, Que Xua, and Shamballa -and three new Michelin Selected venues ‘Bep Cuon, Bun Rieu Cua 39, and Moc.

In addition to 16 Bib Gourmand listings in 2024, Da Nang welcomed four new Bib Gourmand-awarded venues this year Banh Xeo 76, ‘Bun Bo Hue Ba Thuong, Que Xua, and Shamballa. Photo: Ngoc Ha

“This year, we are proud to witness a rise in the number of starred restaurants, driven by a new generation of talented chefs. Many are returning to their roots, using modern techniques to tell stories of their hometowns and to revive childhood flavors,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guides.

“For our inspectors, the journey of discovering new restaurants in Viet Nam remains as exciting as ever. They have been inspired by the dedication, creativity, and pursuit of excellence shown by culinary professionals across the country – and they are eager to uncover even more gems in the years to come”, he added.

Building on its 19 Michelin Selected entries in 2024, Da Nang added three more establishments this year: Bep Cuon, Bun Rieu Cua 39, and Moc. Photo: Ngoc Ha

Viet Nam’s diverse geography shapes a rich culinary landscape, from the rice fields of the north to the fisheries of the Mekong Delta and the spice-laden inland mountains. Regional techniques -such as fermentation in the north and drying or salting along the coasts – give Vietnamese cuisine its distinctive character, the website of Michelin Guide states.

A new generation of chefs is reimagining tradition through modern storytelling, while street vendors and long-standing eateries continue to preserve the country’s culinary heritage. The dining scene moves at its own pace, with small, character-filled venues gradually gaining recognition and cultural value.

Representatives of Michelin One Star restaurants pose for a commemorative photo with officials. Photo: Ngoc Ha

In the Michelin system, one star signifies a very good restaurant, two stars mean excellent cooking that is worth a detour, and three stars mean exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey. According to the Michelin Guide website, there are over 3,000 Michelin-starred restaurants in nearly 40 different countries.

Source: Da Nang Today – baodanang.vn – Jun 6, 2025

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Ha Noi ranks 11th among world’s 15 most loved cities by Time Out

The UK-based Time Out magazine has recently published a list of the 15 most loved cities in the world by tourists, with Ha Noi ranking 11th.

The capital city of Ha Noi

Ha Noi is the only representative from Viet Nam to be included in the list.

This ranking is based on an analysis of global travelers’ search trends for flights, hotels, and travel itineraries, conducted by the travel insurance company InsureandGo.

Ha Noi, the capital city of Viet Nam, stands out thanks to its harmonious blend of ancient beauty and modern vitality, preserving the nostalgic charm of the Old Quarters, historic relics, and architectural works, while embracing the continuous development of a dynamic city.

According to the report from the city’s Department of Tourism, in the first five months of the year, 12.77 million visitors travelled to Ha Noi, a year-on-year increase of 10.9 percent. Of the figure, international visitors reached 3.16 million, up 20.2 percent.

The Department noted that the number of international tourists to Ha Noi has shown steady growth, especially from key markets such as Japan, South Korea, China, France, and the U.S.

Over 50 years since its foundation in London, Time Out has become a global media and hospitality brand influencing how tens of millions of people go out around the world, with content covering 333 cities in 59 countries.

Time Out’s high-quality content, curated by expert journalists, now spans a global network of websites, social media channels, videos, live events and Time Out Markets.

Source: VGP – en.baochinhphu.vn – May 31, 2025