Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address651 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North VIC 3054
- Websitesaigonsecret.com.au
- CuisineVietnamese
651 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North VIC 3054 · 2.8 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for Vietnamese venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineVietnamese
- AreaCarlton North, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 6 days a week (closed Mondays)
About Saigon Secret
Saigon Secret brings Vietnamese food to Carlton North in Victoria. You'll find it at 651 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North VIC 3054, roughly 2.8 km from the Melbourne city centre.
Vietnamese food is fresh, herb-driven and great value. Australian Vietnamese restaurants are famous for steaming bowls of pho, crunchy banh mi, fresh rice-paper rolls and fragrant vermicelli salads.
Saigon Secret is open 6 days a week (closed Mondays); the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Carlton North? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Chin Chin's at Koto Moon and Jabelle.
In the venue's own words: “Saigon Secret is the award winning Modern Vietnamese Restaurant located in Restaurants Rathdowne Street, Carlton, Melbourne. Call us to book an appointment.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature Vietnamese dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Saigon Secret
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Chin Chin's at Koto Moon 🍽️ International · 647 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North10 mS · 1 min walk
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2
Jabelle 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 645 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North20 mS · 1 min walk
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3
Joanne's Pizzeria & Bar 🍕 Pizza · 639 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North30 mS · 1 min walk -
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The Fat Spatula ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Carlton North60 mS · 1 min walk
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5
All Day Tre ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 623 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North70 mS · 1 min walk
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6
Florian ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 617 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North90 mS · 1 min walk
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7
Shimbashi Soba 🍣 Japanese · 344 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North90 mSE · 1 min walk -
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Malin 🍽️ International · 687 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North110 mN · 1 min walk
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9
La Luna 🍽️ International · 320 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North140 mS · 2 min walk -
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Hap ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 693 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North140 mN · 2 min walk
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Eating out in Carlton North
Carlton North is home to 39 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Saigon Secret there are 8,404 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Princes Hill (1.0 km), Carlton (1.2 km), Fitzroy North (1.3 km), Fitzroy (1.4 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Saigon Secret located?
Saigon Secret is located at 651 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North VIC 3054. It is about 2.8 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Saigon Secret?
Saigon Secret is open 6 days a week (closed Mondays). Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Saigon Secret serve?
Saigon Secret serves Vietnamese cuisine. Browse our Vietnamese menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Saigon Secret?
You can reach Saigon Secret or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Saigon Secret?
The closest venue is Chin Chin's at Koto Moon, about 10 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include Jabelle (20 m), Joanne's Pizzeria & Bar (30 m), The Fat Spatula (60 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Saigon Secret?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 780 m), Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant (African, 1.1 km), Universal Italian (Italian, 1.6 km).
Where else can I find Vietnamese food near Carlton North?
Other Vietnamese venues close by include East Meets West Vietnamese Restaurant (880 m), Sizzling Saigon (930 m), Pho La Que Basil Leaf (930 m).
How many restaurants are there in Carlton North?
Our guide lists 39 places to eat in Carlton North, most commonly cafés & brunch (9), pubs & bistros (6), international restaurants (5). Within 25 km there are 8,404 venues in total.