Oc Vi Saigon
Hanoi
At a glance
Oc Vi Saigon is a seafood restaurant neatly tucked away in the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter. This dining establishment offers a culinary journey centered around seafood, drawing patrons for its fresh and appealing dishes. Known for its moderate pricing and convivial atmosphere, Oc Vi Saigon provides a welcoming space for both local and visiting seafood enthusiasts. Guests can choose to dine in and enjoy the lively vibe of the restaurant, or opt for takeaway to enjoy their meals elsewhere.
With a substantial rating from hundreds of reviews, Oc Vi Saigon is recognized for its satisfying offerings and attentive service. The restaurant's menu focuses heavily on seafood, staying true to its name, which captures the essence of its Southern Vietnamese roots, particularly from Saigon. This spot is particularly suitable for groups, offering a variety of dishes that can be shared among friends and family. Additionally, the availability of beer pairs well with many of the menu options, enhancing the dining experience.
Oc Vi Saigon is a fitting choice for those looking to experience a relaxed yet lively dining atmosphere, where the food takes center stage. Whether for a casual lunch or an evening gathering, this seafood venue aims to please visitors with its genuine and straightforward approach to dining.
Reviews
We tasted the fried fish with chili and it was amazing!! Lots of meat even tho they were quite smallish ;) We shared this dish and a fried seafood noodle, and it was perfectly enough! Their Kumquat tea is also really great
Beautiful food - scallops, squid brilliant. Snails were challenging to eat but good taste. I would definitely go back :) no wait for an early lunch.
My partner visited here in 2015 and ate snails and had raved about it ever since. We found the restaurant again by finding his photos in his camera roll and seeing the name on the plate in the photo. We came again twice this trip (2026), and it didn’t disappoint! As hesitant as I was to try snails, after he assured me they were sea snails and not the garden snails we have in abundance in Australia, I tried them and they were delicious… cooked in a garlic butter ….yum! Also a favorite on the menu was the fried squid with butter and garlic. French bread 🥖 to soak up the sauce at 25 cents per roll and a local beer all meant for a very delicious and memorable meal. We will be back
A fantastic little snail restaurant tucked away in the Old Quarter. The food is genuinely impressive — not only snails they offer other seafood as well. The food is fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. Every dish is well-seasoned, rich in taste, and perfect for sharing. If you enjoy Vietnamese seafood street-style, this place delivers. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the central location. Great value for the quality you get. That said, the restaurant is quite small, which means it fills up quickly. Without a reservation, you should expect a long wait, especially during peak hours. Booking ahead is highly recommended. Overall, delicious food at a fair price — just plan ahead to avoid the queue.
This is an Oc (snails and molluscs) specialty restaurant that is popular in Saigon. Price wise it is quite expensive, considering that I would pay far much less in the stalls I frequent in Saigon. But the taste, they’re really good. Since it is a specialty store, make sure you get the snails and mollusks unlike others who order things like fried rice and noodles geared to people who don’t know the concept. The two must order in my opinions are the Oc Huong (spotted Babylon snails) fried with garlic and lard and the Rang muc (squid teeth) with butter sauce. Get the small banh mi (baguettes) to scoop up the deliciousness of the sauce. I came here not hungry but I was craving for some Oc, and I think despite the price I will come back and try more of the snails.
