Upstairs dining area at Jake's American BBQ

Jake's BBQ

Ho Chi Minh City


Park yourself at the bar and combine comfort grub and cold brews with US and Canadian sports on the TV. Standouts are the smokey ribs with a rich St Louis–style barbecue sauce and pulled-pork parfait (layered with mashed potatoes and baked beans). There are wraps and sandwiches too.


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