Madame Lam - Vietnamese Contemporary Cuisine

Michelin-starred food is, of course, widely recognized for its excellence — but what truly impressed me was the service, especially from a staff member named Min Trieu. He was incredibly attentive and accommodating. While waiting at the restaurant, I was served a plate of taro chips that tasted amazing, so I asked if I could buy some to take away. Unfortunately, the kitchen was too busy at that time. To my surprise, after I returned to my hotel, Min Trieu called to let me know that the kitchen managed to prepare some, and he even arranged to have them delivered to my hotel free of charge. I was genuinely touched by his thoughtfulness and kindness 🥹

Discovered Madame Lam in Saigon and it truly exceeded expectations. The food is wonderfully local yet presented with a contemporary twist — every dish was flavorful, authentic, and well prepared. A special shout-out to our server Huỳnh Thư, who made the experience even better. She took the time to introduce the dishes, checked in on how we enjoyed them, and even treated us each of everyone a glass of local Vietnamese tea at the end. Such thoughtful service really stood out. With its elegant atmosphere, excellent food, and attentive service, it’s no surprise that Madame Lam is Michelin Selected. A must-try when in Saigon!

Huynh Thu was my waitress and she provided excellent service! She even gave me a cute little complimentary dessert at the end. The ambiance was chill, and the food was great. The fried rice had crunchy bits, which I personally don’t like (weak teeth) but I know most others appreciate the textures.

We ordered six dishes, and every single dish was absolutely delicious. Taste was amazing, and everything was cooked perfectly. On top of that, the service was perfect. My waitress, Trihn was very kind and friendly. Grilled Beef mango and dragon fruit salad was highly recommend. Atmosphere was also enjoyable.

Strongly recommended The place is located in a small compound food court with outdoor ceiling. The food is super tasty and the service is worth more than value of money. The atmosphere is like traditional Hue design but comfortable, the staffs are very helpful from security guard to waitresses especially our service staff was Nhi, she deserves 6 stars as she continuously change the new clean plates and utensils and always available around as needed.

We had a really great and enjoyable dinner here and all the dishes had really delicate and fragrant flavours. Our waitress Trinh and the manager (a guy, I didn’t catch his name) were very attentive in serving us. They even served us cassava chips while waiting for our food and then a really yummy banana coconut ice cream to end the meal.

Service and ambience are highly regarded. Food is good but might miss the mark to be considered an elevated Vietnamese cuisine as I expect. Overall, still worth a try especially for foreigners.

Had a fantastic dinner at Madame Lam in Ho Chi Minh City — a Michelin-recommended gem that blends Vietnamese tradition with modern flair. The jellyfish salad was a standout starter: incredibly fresh, vibrant in flavor, and with a crunchy texture that made it perfect for the tropical heat. Definitely one of the best appetizers I’ve had in a while. For dessert, I tried the banana coconut milk ice cream, it’s creamy, light, and subtly sweet, it was the ideal way to end the meal. The restaurant itself has a beautiful Indochine-inspired interior that feels both refined and cozy. Service was warm and attentive, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you're looking for elevated Vietnamese cuisine with thoughtful presentation and a relaxed, elegant vibe, Madame Lam is definitely worth a visit.