Saigon (Rivonia), Sandton

As the name implies this wonderful restaurant serves an impressive selection of Vietnamese dishes together with a variety of other Asian cuisine. This style of Asian cuisine is more subtle than Thai or Chinese and does not include the fiery spicy food that one associates with Thai cooking. There is less emphasis on hot spices and more on fish sauce and ginger. The appealing décor has a soothing water feature, attractive lanterns and touches of bamboo to enhance the exotic ambience, whilst the open plan kitchen allows you the opportunity to watch the highly professional team of chefs at work. Charming waiters in traditional outfits are on hand to explain the intricacies in the menu and ensure your dining experience is a memorable one. The wine list has been compiled to compliment the Asian menu and specials and limited release labels are regularly available. The slightly sweeter wines are normally recommended as a winning combination for the fragrant Thai and Vietnamese dishes.