The Long @ Time Square
Quan 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A central District 1 option to consider for convenience, groups, and an easy Nguyen Hue meeting point. Book it for location and flexibility; choose Vietnam House, Dim Tu Tac, or The Monkey Gallery Dining if cuisine clarity or a more defined dining format matters more.
About The Long @ Time Square
The Long @ Time Square is a Ho Chi Minh City option for travelers who want a flexible stop more than a destination dining bet. In practice, that means it is easier to assess as a scheduling convenience than as a restaurant to build a whole evening around. It makes sense when the priority is direct planning and daily 11 AM–12 AM opening hours, not when the priority is a chef-led menu, named awards, or a clearly signposted cuisine.
The confirmed points are simple: it is in Ho Chi Minh City, it opens daily from 11 AM to 12 AM, and the dress code is smart casual. Those facts are useful, especially for travelers trying to keep plans open without overcommitting to a highly defined dining experience.
Use it for convenience, not a destination meal
For a first-timer in Ho Chi Minh City, the smarter move is to treat this as a low-friction option rather than the anchor meal of the trip. That positioning matters: a low-friction stop can still be useful, but it should not be asked to do the work of a carefully researched special-occasion restaurant. If the group wants a clearer alternative, Vietnam House, Dim Tu Tac (Dong Du Street), Ryu, Stoker (District 1), and The Monkey Gallery Dining are natural comparison points to consider before committing.
Group suitability should be handled cautiously. The hours are useful for flexible planning, but without a confirmed private-room setup, seat count, or service format, larger parties should keep expectations simple: choose it for ease of coordination in Ho Chi Minh City, not for a private dining format.
Where it fits in a Ho Chi Minh City plan
If the trip is food-led, build the sharper meals around venues with more clearly defined formats, then use The Long @ Time Square when the itinerary needs flexibility. Its daily 11 AM–12 AM hours make it easier to place in a loose schedule than a restaurant with a narrow service window. That is the strongest planning advantage here: it can sit around other commitments without requiring the same level of pre-trip confidence.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–12 AM · Tuesday: 11 AM–12 AM
- Location
- 36 Nguyễn Huệ, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
- Website
- thereveriesaigon.com
- Phone
- +842838236688
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Long @ Time Square sits squarely in the energy of Nguyễn Huệ boulevard, balancing the bustle of foot traffic with a room that prioritises comfort. It feels contemporary and composed, a mid-to-upper-market Italian spot that earns repeat visits through steady execution rather than spectacle. Weekdays bring a business crowd; weekends attract the leisure traffic that moves between the river promenade and the commercial towers of District 1. The dining room is calibrated to be welcoming to regulars and newcomers alike, offering the reliability of a place that knows its audience and manages volume so conversations stay pleasant rather than overwhelming.
Best For
This is a practical choice for a range of occasions: weekday lunches for office workers, after-work gatherings, and weekend dinners or brunches for local leisure crowds. Its location inside a prominent commercial complex means it is convenient for business dinners and visiting professionals who want a dependable meal without fuss. The menu’s shareable elements also make it suitable for group dining, while couples and small groups can lean on its consistent service and controlled room atmosphere for a comfortable evening out.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the restaurant’s signature items when ordering: the wood-fired pizza is a straightforward crowd-pleaser and pairs well with the casual, shareable spirit of the menu. For groups, the steak sharing platter is built for communal dining and lets the table experience a centerpiece with ample portions. Finish simply with gelato to keep the meal feeling classic and relaxed. Given the venue’s popularity with both business and weekend crowds, consider timing your visit off peak lunch and dinner rushes if you prefer a quieter table.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet elegant atmosphere with lively street-side terrace overlooking Nguyen Hue pedestrian boulevard, ideal for people-watching.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- wood-fired pizza
- gelato
- steak sharing platter
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 36 Nguyễn Huệ, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Friday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–12 AM
Location
36 Nguyễn Huệ, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Vietnam House, Vietnamese, ₫₫
- Dim Tu Tac (Dong Du Street), Cantonese, ₫₫
- Ryu, Notable alternative
- Stoker (District 1), Steakhouse, ₫₫
- The Monkey Gallery Dining, European Contemporary, ₫₫₫
Restaurant context
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam House is the better call when the brief is Vietnamese food at a clear ₫₫ price tier. The Long @ Time Square is more useful when the group needs a central District 1 meeting point and an easygoing room, but Vietnam House gives diners a clearer cuisine decision.
Dim Tu Tac (Dong Du Street) is stronger for Cantonese sharing at ₫₫, especially for groups that want a familiar ordering format. Stoker (District 1) is the sharper pick for steakhouse expectations at ₫₫. Pick The Long @ Time Square when ambience and centrality matter more than a defined category.
For a bigger occasion, The Monkey Gallery Dining sits in a higher ₫₫₫ European Contemporary lane and is the more intentional choice. Ryu is harder to compare on price and cuisine from the available signals, so use it as a secondary cross-shop rather than the main alternative.
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Compare The Long @ Time Square
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Long @ Time Square | Ho Chi Minh City | No published awards | ||
| Vietnam House | Ho Chi Minh City | Vietnamese | ₫₫ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Dim Tu Tac (Dong Du Street) | Ho Chi Minh City | Cantonese | ₫₫ | 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Ryu | Ho Chi Minh City | No published awards | ||
| Stoker (District 1) | Ho Chi Minh City | Steakhouse | ₫₫ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| The Monkey Gallery Dining | Ho Chi Minh City | European Contemporary | ₫₫₫ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to The Long @ Time Square in Ho Chi Minh City?
Vietnam House, The Monkey Gallery Dining, Dim Tu Tac (Dong Du Street), Ryu, and Stoker (District 1) are useful comparison points if you want to consider other Ho Chi Minh City dining options before choosing The Long @ Time Square.
What should I wear to The Long @ Time Square?
The dress code is smart casual. The venue is open daily from 11 AM to 12 AM.
Is The Long @ Time Square good for a special occasion?
It may work if the occasion calls for a flexible Ho Chi Minh City option with smart-casual dress and daily 11 AM–12 AM hours.
What should a first-timer know about The Long @ Time Square?
It is open every day from 11 AM to 12 AM, and the dress code is smart casual. Specific claims about cuisine, price, awards, service format, or dietary policy are not established.
