On September 16, McDonald’s, with its verified fan page of over 82 million followers, announced the closure of its Ben Thanh branch – one of the oldest McDonald’s restaurants in Vietnam. The post shared the emotional news that the branch would be closing its doors for good on September 19, 2024, at 2 am, marking the end of a decade-long journey.
McDonald’s Ben Thanh was the second restaurant in the Ben Thanh area of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, and it opened in May 2014, just three months after the brand’s debut in Vietnam. The three-story restaurant offered 24-hour service and spanned nearly 660 square meters, accommodating around 260 seats, including indoor and outdoor seating, with a view of the lush 23/9 Park.
McDonald’s Ben Thanh branch closes after a decade of operation
Instead of a Drive-thru service, the McDonald’s Ben Thanh restaurant featured a special “To Go” counter, allowing busy customers to conveniently purchase meals, drinks, and desserts without stepping inside the restaurant.
McDonald’s had previously shared its plans to potentially open 100 stores in Vietnam in the next decade, but as of now, there are only 36 McDonald’s restaurants in major provinces and cities such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Binh Duong, and Khanh Hoa.
In related news, Starbucks Vietnam also recently announced the closure of its Reserve Han Thuyen store in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, after seven years of operation. The Reserve Han Thuyen store was considered a “legendary” and beloved location for many customers.
Starbucks Reserve Han Thuyen, which opened in 2017, was the first and only Reserve store in Ho Chi Minh City up until this point. It is one of only two Reserve stores in Vietnam, with the other being located in Hanoi’s Nha Tho street.
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