The short answer
Here & Now Vegetarian, Binh Thanh: what visitors should know first
A quieter, more polished vegetarian meal for a special evening. It sits outside the central tourist area in Binh Thanh, so plan transport and confirm which branch and hours apply.
Useful facts
Here & Now Vegetarian, Binh Thanh facts at a glance
- Location
- 74/1 Pham Viet Chanh, Binh Thanh (another branch in Phu Nhuan)
- Dining style
- Higher-end vegetarian restaurant
- Price signal
- Upper range; confirm prices
- Signature order
- Try: herbal or mushroom hot pot
- Good for
- Special-occasion vegetarian dinners
Why it matters
Why Here & Now Vegetarian, Binh Thanh is worth your time
Most vegetarian places that tourists find are small noodle rooms. Here & Now is described in a different register: a higher-end menu built around mushrooms, herbs and salads, and still meat-free. That matters for families marking an occasion who do not want to compromise on the diet.
The vegetarian description comes from guides that do not say whether egg is used, so ask the staff when you book if that matters to you.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Hot pots
Thai, mushroom and herbal versions are listed.
- 02
Lotus-leaf fried rice
A classic Vietnamese vegetarian dish.
- 03
Pomelo salad
A fresh start to the meal.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Expatolife describes Here & Now as having a high-end vegetarian menu and lists Thai, mushroom and herbal hot pots, pomelo salad, lotus-leaf fried rice and mushroom spring rolls. It gives two addresses: 74/1 Pham Viet Chanh in Ward 19, Binh Thanh, and a second branch at 220/12 Nguyen Trong Tuyen in Phu Nhuan.
A hot pot works well for a family table because everyone cooks at their own pace. The herbal version is a milder choice for older relatives, though we have no detail on its ingredients, so ask.
This is a restaurant for a planned evening rather than a quick lunch between sights; allow travel time each way and book a return ride.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Confirm hours and your branch before leaving
- Ask about egg in your dishes
- Book a return ride
- Reserve for groups
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- 74/1 Pham Viet Chanh, Ward 19, Binh Thanh District
- Time needed
- About 1.5 hours
- Best time
- Dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- No detail on steps or seating was found. Binh Thanh is across the canal from the old centre, so order a car to the door instead of planning to walk.
- Tickets and access
- Reserve ahead for groups if you can; no booking policy was found. Confirm hours and which branch before leaving.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
No detail on steps or seating was found. Binh Thanh is across the canal from the old centre, so order a car to the door instead of planning to walk.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Here & Now strictly vegetarian?
Guides call it a vegetarian restaurant but do not say whether eggs are used. We have applied no Pure Veg label; confirm with staff.
Is it in the tourist centre?
No. It is in Binh Thanh, a short drive from District 1.
Is it cheap?
Expatolife calls the menu high-end, so expect more than a noodle shop.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
