May 30, 2025

ManMan Sai-Gon in Makati: A Taste of Vietnam in Poblacion

Tucked away on Molina Street, Poblacion, ManMan Sai-Gon is a delightful Vietnamese eatery that brings the authentic flavors of Saigon to Makati.

IMAGE from Philippine Primer

ManMan Sai-Gon’s interior has a fun and charming vibe, with a dining space packed filled with colorful vintage posters, hanging plants, and nostalgic knickknacks to a little corner stacked with Vietnamese memorabilia like an old TV, books, and market signs. A faux green shutter window complete with floral curtains adds a cute “home in Saigon” vibe, while wooden stools and tables keep the setting simple and laid-back. It’s unpretentious, lively, and brimming with character that makes every visit feel like a mini trip to the city itself.

IMAGE from Philippine Primer

Their menu is a celebration of classic Vietnamese street food, rice plates, and noodle soups that are sure to delight both newbies and longtime fans of Vietnamese cuisine. First, whet your appetite with their Fried Spring Rolls (Php 235) paired with fresh vegetables and a bright, zesty dipping sauce that completes the dish.

Fried Spring Rolls / IMAGE from Philippine Primer

The Saigon Specials section includes the House Special Pho (Php 285 – 355), a classic brimming with rich, aromatic beef broth simmered for hours and topped with sliced beef, tendon, tripe, and meatballs, topped with sliced onion, scallions, and cilantro.

House Special Pho / IMAGE from Philippine Primer

There’s also Chicken Curry Noodles (Php 350), Noodles with Grilled Pork (Php 295), and Banh Hoi with Roasted Pork (Php 295-395), all which are loaded with signature Vietnamese flavors. Don’t skip the Banh Mi selections either, which include Crispy Pork (Php 230), Lemongrass Pork Belly (Php 230), and Traditional Banh Mi (Php 210).

Pair these with a glass of their Peach Orange Lemongrass Tea (Php 135) or Salted Coffee (Php 135) and you’ve got yourself a Saigon street-style feast right here in Pob.

Whether you’re a curious newbie or a longtime fan of Vietnamese cooking, ManMan Sai-Gon offers a taste of Saigon that is sure to satisfy your cravings.