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9/10

Saigon Scene rating

Our take

There are some places in Saigon that just become part of your routine. Mekong Merchant is one of those places for me.

I’ve been in Saigon for around 10 years, and I’ve been coming here pretty much the whole time. It’s one of my staples in Thao Dien and somewhere I know I can always rely on.

The courtyard is beautiful, the atmosphere is relaxed, and Jay, the Australian GM, is one of those guys who genuinely makes you feel looked after.

They’ve also got a great happy hour, including two of my favourite Belgian beers, Vedett White and La Chouffe.

The brunch is excellent, but Sunday is when Mekong Merchant really comes alive. The Sunday dinner brings together a proper community crowd, with great food and their new French chef, Chef Vincent, in the kitchen.

Whether you’re meeting someone for work, catching up with friends, taking a date, or just looking for somewhere to spend a lazy Sunday, it ticks a lot of boxes.

My score: 9/10. A Thao Dien staple, good people, great food and a courtyard you’ll want to come back to.

This is exactly what Saigon Scene is about: finding the places that become part of your life in Saigon.

Olly, Co-founder, partnerships Visits regularly

Mekong Merchant is a Saigon Scene partner: members get 10% off. The rating is our own opinion from our own visit.

Happy hour

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Happy hour on selected cocktails, house pours, wine and beer

Mon 4pm–7pm
Tue 4pm–7pm
Wed 4pm–7pm
Thu 4pm–7pm
Fri 4pm–7pm
Sat 4pm–7pm
Sun 4pm–7pm

About Mekong Merchant

A Thao Dien classic hiding in a leafy courtyard There are places in Saigon that feel like they’ve been here forever — and Mekong Merchant is one of them. Since 2004, this tucked-away spot in Thao Dien has been serving up good food, drinks and laid-back hospitality from its peaceful courtyard. It’s the kind of place you can drop into first thing for breakfast, settle in for lunch, come back for dinner, or meet friends for a few drinks as the evening gets going.

Mekong Merchant

A Thao Dien classic hiding in a leafy courtyard

There are places in Saigon that feel like they’ve been here forever — and Mekong Merchant is one of them.

Since 2004, this tucked-away spot in Thao Dien has been serving up good food, drinks and laid-back hospitality from its peaceful courtyard. It’s the kind of place you can drop into first thing for breakfast, settle in for lunch, come back for dinner, or meet friends for a few drinks as the evening gets going.

The food is centred around Mediterranean cuisine with Asian flavours, with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus covering everything from homemade-style dishes to pizzas, seafood, salads and plenty of options for sharing. There’s also a strong drinks offering, with wine, beer and cocktails available from the bar.

But honestly, part of the appeal is simply the setting. The restaurant wraps around a shaded, open-air courtyard, giving it a relaxed garden feel that works just as well for a lazy brunch as it does for dinner with friends. There’s even a dedicated wine bar and private space for smaller gatherings.

🍷 Happy Hour

Mekong Merchant keeps things moving into the evening with Happy Hour every day from 4PM–7PM, covering selected cocktails, house pours, wine and beer.

So whether you’re after breakfast, a casual lunch, a proper dinner or simply somewhere to escape the heat with a cold drink, Mekong Merchant is one of those reliable Thao Dien spots that’s worth knowing about.

Why we like it:
🌿 Peaceful courtyard setting
🍕 Mediterranean food with Asian flavours
🍳 Breakfast, lunch & dinner
🍷 Wine, cocktails & beer
🥂 Daily 4–7PM Happy Hour
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere
🎉 Private events & catering available
📍 Thao Dien classic since 2004

Find them: Mekong Merchant

DISCOUNT NOT TO BE USED AT EVENTS, HOLIDAYS AND HAPPY HOURS