The story

Serious in the kitchen, playful at the table

27 Mạc Đĩnh Chi

A two-storey shophouse in District 1 — poster-plastered glass, a spiral staircase, and the handwritten "elgin" neon glowing at night.

The Elgin entrance — four red Michelin plaques 2023–2026
Owner photo — The Elgin entrance — four red Michelin plaques 2023–2026

Four red Michelin plaques

MICHELIN Selected four years running, 2023–2026 — proof of a serious European kitchen in the heart of Saigon.

The Elgin dining room — tan leather, candles and wine
Owner photo — The Elgin dining room — tan leather, candles and wine

Floral china, candles and disco

Kitsch floral china, warm candlelight and a party spirit — fine dining that never takes itself too seriously.

The Elgin spread — steak, pesto pasta, tartare and pudding
Owner photo — The Elgin spread — steak, pesto pasta, tartare and pudding
Elgin — Our story