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Camargue
191 Hai Ba Trung, Q3
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One of Saigon’s longest running and best loved restaurants, the open plan but dimly lit Camargue mixes classical Mediterranean ambience with a modern, slightly arty touch. Consistency here is the key and the cuisine, from fois gras and steak dishes to pasta and an excellent range of fish dishes, is top quality. Not surprisingly the wine list is extensive and the service impeccable. A great place for a business dinner or a romantic night out for two.

Cepage
Lancaster Building, 22 Le Thanh Ton, Q1
Tel: 3823 8733
One of the most elegant restaurants in town, the two-floor Cepage mixes quality ingredients with international flair. The result is a unique, top-end menu blending cooking styles and tastes. Has a downstairs wine bar and lounge, a cigar room and an extensive wine list. Popular with both western and Asian expats.

On the 6
6 Dong Khoi, Q1 Tel: 3823 8866
Contemporary French-Vietnamese cuisine by one of Vietnam’s most established and deservedly famous chefs, Didier Corlou. It welcomes the well-heeled with a carefully sourced wine list, professional service and, of course, quality food in an elegant setting.

Reflections
3rd floor, Caravelle Hotel, 19 Lam Son Square, Q1 Tel: 3823 4999
Mediterranean and European dishes make up the bulk of the offerings at Reflections. The historic hotel’s signature restaurant boasts a menu of innovative dishes like vanilla-braised veal cheeks. Cosy yet elegant surroundings and a well-sourced wine list make this fine dining at its best.

Signature Restaurant
Level 23, Sheraton Hotel, 88 Dong Khoi, Q1 Tel: 3827 2828
Start with a 360-degree view over the city from the rooftop setting then indulge in western dishes cooked with an Asian influence. The creative menu here is the work of executive chef Ian Lovie and the emphasis is on seafood, although dishes like wagyu beef make an appearance. Choose a la carte or a five-course set menu. Open evenings only.

Square One
Park Hyatt Saigon, 2 Lam Son Square, Q1
Tel: 3520 2359
The cross-cultural menu combines a wide selection of imported meats prepared Western-style, while both local and imported seafood gets Vietnamese culinary treatment. The cool, contemporary space also features a wine display containing a comprehensive selection of new and old world wines. Set lunches start from just over US$10 and individual mains start at around the same price.

Xu Saigon
71-75 Hai Ba Trung, Q1
Tel: 3824 8468 www.xusaigon.com
This elegant, first-floor gastro-temple has vaulted to prominence with an irresistible selection of expertly crafted Vietnamese/western fusion dishes – think goat ragout or salt-water barramundi wrapped in bacon. Add to that an international wine list of great breadth, suave décor and proficient, personable service, and you have one of the city’s best dining experiences.