LuBu Restaurant

A refined culinary experience ✨ Every dish was a work of art — exquisitely plated and full of flavor. The spacious and elegantly designed setting offered a serene and luxurious vibe, perfect for intimate family dinners or stylish get-togethers with friends. Truly a place where taste meets sophistication.

Went here last saturday night. Surprised that it was empty, we were the only table. The staff was kind and attentive, food was ok. But the cannoli was not good, very oily and just wrong. We met Maude and her dog Melon :) gave us a delightful evening.

Very good mediterranean restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. The food was amazing and the service was excellent. I recommend the lamb shank. Price to quality ratio is very good

Such a chill spot! I sat outside even though it was kinda hot, it still felt great for a solid 45-minute book session. Food hit the spot. And the staff? Super friendly, pro vibes, and totally adorable!

We visited Lubu Restaurant in Saigon for lunch and tried their 3-course set menu, priced at 330,000 VND+, which offers a choice of starter, main, and dessert. Overall, the experience was enjoyable, with well-portioned dishes, friendly service, and a pleasant ambiance. For starters, we had the Greek Salad—a fresh and classic mix of cucumber, tomato, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese—and the Beet Bruschetta, which was particularly nice with its vibrant beetroot, creamy carrot hummus, and a punchy zhoug atop toasted bread. For mains, the Seafood Spaghetti came with clams and pangrattato in a spicy marinara sauce. The absence of barramundi (unavailable on the day) was disappointing, but the dish still held its own. The highlight, however, was the Australian Black Angus Chuck Tender Steak—190g of well-cooked beef served with hand-cut fries (delicious) and a flavorful herb hollandaise sauce. Solid execution and satisfying. Desserts were thoughtfully presented. The Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta was light and refreshing, elevated by red dragon fruit and mint. The Warm Chocolate Cake, served with banana & pineapple caramel, and crispy sweet potato chips, was a richer option and rounded out the meal nicely. The only letdown was the Aperol and Campari spritzes—both were extremely watered down and lacked the sparkle and bitterness you’d expect. It seemed like the Prosecco was either missing or added in a negligible amount. All in all, Lubu offers great value with their lunch set menu—well-balanced dishes, good portions, and attentive service. Just skip the spritz and stick to something else from the drinks list.

Been here many times for lunch, dinner and private party. My the most favorite is lunch set with steak choice of main course, very good 👍

After trying tapas at places like Octo and Tomattito, I decided to give Lubu a try. Unfortunately, the journey from District 7 to District 1 wasn't quite worth the hour-long trip. The meal began with crispy cuttlefish accompanied by what was described as a watermelon salad. While the cuttlefish was acceptable, the "salad" was disappointingly simple - just melon chunks and mint leaves with an overly sweet dressing that overwhelmed rather than complemented the dish. Next came pita bread with carrots and chutney hummus. The pita was noticeably undercooked, and the hummus was entirely forgettable - nothing that would make me want to order it again. The main course of braised lamb shanks was particularly disappointing. The kitchen had failed to trim the fat properly before braising, resulting in an unpleasant texture and appearance that could have been easily avoided with proper preparation. The sauce and accompanied rice did not add any value to the fatty lamb. Despite the mediocre food, the service was a bright spot. The staff were attentive and responsive throughout the meal. One quirk worth mentioning was the place setting - exactly two identical sets of first-course knives and forks arranged on a napkin to the left. When I inquired about this, the waitress explained that unless I ordered steak (which would require a steak knife), this standard setting was considered sufficient. Overall, Lubu falls short of the standard set by other tapas establishments in the area. While the service was commendable, the food quality doesn't justify the travel time or expense. There are certainly better options available for tapas enthusiasts in the city.

The food is pretty decent and the restaurant is quiet and beautiful, recommend people who like a good dinner with friends.