Ốc Vi Saigon

Address: 21 Gia Ngu Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 888 323 342
Hours: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM (daily)
Price Range: 41,000 – 680,000 VND

A Taste of Saigon in the Heart of Hanoi

Loved by both locals and international visitors, Oc Vi Saigon brings the bold, vibrant flavors of Southern Vietnam to Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The restaurant may be compact, but it’s almost always full — a clear sign that the food speaks for itself.

Here, dining is meant to be interactive and fun. Roll up your sleeves, use your hands, and don’t worry about getting messy. In fact, the richer the sauce and the messier your fingers, the more authentic the experience.

Order a plate of snails in salted egg sauce or tamarind sauce, and you’ll quickly understand why locals happily lick every last drop of sauce from their fingers.

How to Eat Like a Local

Most dishes are hands-on:

1. Pick up a snail.
2. Use chopsticks to pull the meat from the shell.
3. Dip it generously into the house sauce.
4. Enjoy the explosion of sweet, salty, spicy flavors.

Owner Pham Vi, originally from Ho Chi Minh City, introduced true Saigon-style snail culture to Hanoi.

“In Hanoi, snails are often simply boiled and served with fish sauce, sugar, lemongrass, and ginger,” she explains.
“In Ho Chi Minh City, we prepare snails in many different ways — grilled, stir-fried, roasted with salt and chili, or cooked in rich butter and salted egg sauces.”

Freshness is essential. Much of the seafood is transported daily to maintain quality. “Freshness is the most important factor,” she says.

A Menu That Truly Impresses

Oc Vi Saigon’s menu is extensive, covering everything from premium sea snails and oysters to fried rice, noodles, and hotpot.

🐚 Signature Snail Dishes

Fragrant Sea Snails (Ốc Hương)

• Salted Egg Sauce – 232,000 VND (Must Try)
• Steamed with Lemongrass – 201,000 VND
• Butter Garlic Stir-Fry – 201,000 VND
• Salt & Chili Roast – 201,000 VND
• Garlic & Crispy Pork Skin – 201,000 VND

Babylon Snails (Ốc Bông)

• Butter Stir-Fry – 149,000 VND
• Tamarind Sauce – 149,000 VND
• Salted Egg Sauce – 180,000 VND (Must Try)

Razor Clams (Ốc Móng Tay)

• Stir-Fried with Morning Glory – 160,000 VND
• Butter Garlic – 139,000 VND
• Tamarind Sauce – 139,000 VND

Coconut Snails (Ốc Len)

• Stir-Fried in Coconut Sauce – 160,000 VND

🦪 Oysters & Scallops

Oysters (Set of 2)

• Fresh with Lime – 58,000 VND
• Grilled with Cheese – 68,000 VND
• Grilled with Scallion Oil – 58,000 VND

Scallops (5–6 pcs)

• Grilled with Scallion Oil – 103,000 VND
• Spicy Grilled – 103,000 VND
• Grilled with Cheese – 113,000 VND

🐟 Fish, Shrimp & Squid

• Grilled Shrimp with Salt & Chili – 103,000 VND
• Fried Squid with Fish Sauce – 160,000 VND (Must Try)
• Butter Garlic Squid – 160,000 VND
• Grilled Squid (Small/Large) – 206,000 / 361,000 VND
• Grilled Keo Fish – 93,000 VND

🍚 Fried Rice Favorites

Even though snails are the stars, fried rice is a major crowd-pleaser.

• Seafood Fried Rice – 82,000 VND
• Shrimp Fried Rice – 82,000 VND
• Southern Salted Fish Fried Rice – 82,000 VND (Must Try)
• XO Sauce Fried Rice – 155,000 VND

Cooked over high heat, the rice develops a light crisp texture while staying fluffy inside — mixed with shrimp, squid, crab, vegetables, and bold seasoning.

🍜 Noodles & Glass Noodles

• Seafood Stir-Fried Noodles – 82,000 VND
• Beef Noodles – 82,000 VND
• Razor Clam Noodles – 139,000 VND
• Seafood Glass Noodles – 82,000 VND
• Vegan Bamboo & Mushroom Glass Noodles – 82,000 VND

🍲 Hotpot – Perfect for Groups

If you’re dining with friends, the hotpot selection is ideal (680,000 VND):

• Keo Fish Hotpot
• Thai Seafood Hotpot
• Fish Sauce Hotpot (Mekong Style)
• Oc Vi Saigon Signature Hotpot (Must Try)

The broth is sweet, sour, and slightly spicy — packed with seafood and vegetables, designed for sharing.

🍺 Drinks & Sides

• Bread – 5,000 VND (perfect for dipping sauces)
• Saigon Beer – 26,000 VND
• Heineken – 31,000 VND
• Kumquat Iced Tea – 21,000 VND
• Herbal Chia Drink – 26,000 VND

A Favorite Among International Visitors

Travelers staying in the Old Quarter frequently recommend Oc Vi Saigon for its authentic flavors and friendly service. The menu is available in English and French, with photos for every dish, making ordering easy even for first-time visitors.

Guests often mention the buttery sauces, fresh seafood, and the fun, lively atmosphere as reasons they return multiple times during their stay.

Final Thoughts

Oc Vi Saigon is more than just a seafood restaurant — it’s a full Southern Vietnamese street-food experience in Hanoi. From salted egg snails and butter garlic squid to sizzling fried rice and signature hotpot, every dish is bold, shareable, and deeply satisfying.

If you’re exploring Hanoi’s Old Quarter and craving authentic Saigon-style seafood, this lively spot on Gia Ngu Street deserves a place on your must-visit list.