DẠ夜: INSIDE SAIGON'S CINEMATIC DINING DESTINATION
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DẠ夜: INSIDE SAIGON'S CINEMATIC DINING DESTINATION

The Nuelo Edit·22 July 2026

DẠ夜 DINING

On the 26th floor of Centec Tower, DẠ夜 DINING fuses modern Chinese cuisine, live performance, and cinematic atmosphere into an after-dark experience inspired by Wong Kar Wai and the golden era of Hong Kong cinema.

On the 26th floor of Centec Tower, above the relentless hum of Ho Chi Minh City, a different kind of night unfolds. DẠ夜 DINING combines modern Chinese cuisine, live performance, and cinematic atmosphere into an experience that owes as much to Wong Kar Wai as it does to classical culinary tradition. This is not dinner and a show. This is dinner as the show.

The name itself is a declaration. DẠ夜 combines the Vietnamese word 'Dạ' and the Chinese character '夜,' both meaning 'night.' At DẠ夜, night is not merely a time of day but a state of mind: a place where guests step away from the pace of the city and enter an environment shaped by memory, cinema, music, and human connection.

Night is not merely a time of day but a state of mind.

DẠ夜

Gastronomy Meets Theater

DẠ夜 DINING sits on the 26th floor of Centec Tower, high above the streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Inspired by the golden era of Hong Kong cinema, the venue was built to dissolve the boundary between dining and spectacle. Food and performance are not separate acts here. They are designed to elevate one another, inviting guests into an evening where every element contributes to a richer, more memorable experience.

DẠ夜 DINING interior with dramatic red ceiling and DJ performing live music, cinematic atmosphere with city lights
DẠ夜 DINING

The Culinary Craft

Chef Michael Lương, Head Chef at DẠ夜 DINING, holding a signature dish against the red curtain backdrop
CHEF MICHAEL LƯƠNG
Chef Michael Lương builds on classical Chinese techniques, refining them through a modern lens. Local Vietnamese ingredients bring freshness and a stronger sense of place. Each dish is crafted with clarity, balance, and precision, with thoughtful consideration given to flavour, texture, and the rhythm of the overall dining journey.

The dishes are layered yet restrained. Each course leaves a lasting impression without crowding the palate.

The Art of Atmosphere: Two Worlds, Two Nights

Every concept at DẠ夜 begins with a story. And the story changes depending on which night you arrive.

DẠ夜 GLAMOUR takes the stage every Friday, channelling the vintage allure of old Shanghai. Performers in qipao, fur shawls, and finger-wave hairstyles move through the space like characters from a film that was never made. Pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves, feathered headpieces. Sultry, elegant, and unapologetically theatrical. Music sets the rhythm of the evening, lighting shapes the mood, and every detail of the styling contributes to the narrative.

DẠ夜 GLAMOUR — singer in red gown with white fur stole performing at the bar
DẠ夜 GLAMOUR, every Friday
DẠ夜 GLAMOUR — two performers in Art Deco flapper dresses at the bar
DẠ夜 GLAMOUR, every Friday

DẠ夜 IMPERIAL commands the room every Saturday, inspired by the grandeur of Chinese heritage. Performers wear hanfu-inspired silhouettes with traditional makeup artistry, silk robes, and hand fans. Where GLAMOUR seduces, IMPERIAL commands. An evening of imperial ceremony reimagined for a contemporary audience. The experience is brought to life under the creative direction of Fanglanx, Event & Entertainment Leader, who carefully curates each performance to flow seamlessly throughout the evening. Guests are invited to step beyond the present and into a world where the glamour, culture, and artistry of the past are reimagined through a contemporary lens.

DẠ夜 IMPERIAL — Chinese opera-inspired performer with outstretched arms behind the bar
DẠ夜 IMPERIAL, every Saturday
DẠ夜 IMPERIAL — performer with ornate headdress and red fan dancing dramatically
DẠ夜 IMPERIAL, every Saturday
Fanglanx, Event & Entertainment Leader at DẠ夜 DINING, portrait in orange blazer against red background
FANGLANX — Event & Entertainment Leader

Capturing the Night: The Signature Dish

In a venue built around live performance, it takes something extraordinary for a dish to command the room. The Duck does exactly that. Fourteen days of dry-aging. Truffle-roasted. Presented in three chapters, each revealing a different expression of flavour and craftsmanship.

More than a signature dish, it embodies the philosophy behind the restaurant: patience, precision, and a deep respect for classical technique.

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DẠ夜 signature fourteen-day dry-aged truffle roasted duck presented tableside with condiments and steamer
The Duck — DẠ夜's signature dish
Prawn & Chillies — Tiger Prawn, Bisque, Chilli Crisps, DẠ夜 DINING
Prawn & Chillies — Tiger Prawn, Bisque, Chilli Crisps
Eel Soup — Freshwater Eel, Sea Cucumber, Asian Pear, Wintermelon, Chicken Consommé, DẠ夜 DINING
Eel Soup — Freshwater Eel, Sea Cucumber, Asian Pear, Wintermelon, Chicken Consommé
Golden Roast Chicken — 7 Day Dry-Aged Chicken, Grilled Scallion, Preserved Radish, Galangal, Five Spice Honey Jus, Mixed Herbs, DẠ夜 DINING
Golden Roast Chicken — 7 Day Dry-Aged Chicken, Grilled Scallion, Preserved Radish, Galangal, Five Spice Honey Jus, Mixed Herbs

Modern Chinese cuisine refined through local Vietnamese ingredients, composed rather than ornamental. Each course earns its place on the menu.

A Vision for the Night

While Ho Chi Minh City captivates with its relentless energy and reinvention, DẠ夜 offers a different kind of allure. Designed for those seeking romance and a deeper emotional connection, it is a place where modern Chinese cuisine, live performances, and a cinematic atmosphere weave together into a night that stays with you long after your journey ends.

DẠ夜 DINING interior with dramatic red ceiling and performers playing traditional instruments
Step into DẠ夜 Dining's cinematic red-hued setting, accompanied by live performances that bring the spirit of Chinese artistry to life.
DẠ夜 DINING intimate dining room with traditional red lanterns and cityscape through the window
Glowing red lanterns hang above cocktail tables like modern prayer beads

Follow DẠ夜 DINING on Instagram @diningatda for updates on upcoming performances, menu launches, and reservations.

It was created as an after-dark destination where cuisine, performance, music, architecture, and culture come together in a seamless expression of hospitality.

DẠ夜

The Venue

DẠ夜 DINING

Address26th Floor, Centec Tower, 72 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Xuan Hoa, Ho Chi Minh City
Instagram@diningatda
Websitedaye.vn
Phone+84 28 1234 5678
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22 July 2026

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