A humble rice restaurant located in the heart of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, has recently sparked intense online discussions due to its controversial pricing. Among the dishes, a plate of fried eggs priced at VND 110,000 (approximately USD 4.7) has drawn the most attention and criticism. The restaurant justified its pricing by citing the expensive rental costs in the upscale district and its prime location on Nguyen Hue walking street. However, public opinion remains divided on the matter.

Interestingly, amid the controversy surrounding the restaurant’s pricing, another name unexpectedly surfaced in the online community’s discussions: Com Que Mui Kho, a chain of restaurants owned by renowned artist Truong Giang.

Truong Giang and his wife at one of the Com Que Mui Kho branches

Specifically, beneath videos debating the pricing of restaurant D.B., numerous comments unexpectedly shifted focus to Truong Giang’s eatery. Many individuals expressed their intention to support Com Que Mui Kho:

– “Delicious! I’ll drop by Com Que Mui Kho to show my support.”

– “Sounds reasonable. Let’s go to Com Que Mui Kho tomorrow.”

– “Suddenly, Com Que Mui Kho feels affordable.”

– “I’m from the countryside. If I were to spend money, I’d choose Com Que Mui Kho.”




(Source: Com Que Mui Kho)

Com Que Mui Kho, which translates to “Mui Kho’s Hometown Rice,” offers a rustic and intimate ambiance, reminiscent of the artist’s native central region of Vietnam. The menu features a diverse range of homestyle dishes, including boiled meat with fermented fish sauce, clay pot-braised goby, sour soup with snakehead fish, white rice accompanied by boiled vegetables, and “kho quet,” a traditional Vietnamese dish of caramelized pork and eggs. In addition to its culinary offerings, the restaurant also boasts a well-curated space that evokes the warmth and comfort of dining in a vintage kitchen.

In the past, Truong Giang’s restaurant also faced criticism for its pricing, which some deemed inconsistent with the notion of “hometown rice.” However, many customers have defended the prices, arguing that they reflect the quality of the food, the prime location, and the thoughtfully designed ambiance. Despite the initial controversy, Com Que Mui Kho continues to thrive, especially during peak hours and on weekends, attracting a steady stream of curious diners, fans of Truong Giang, and those who simply enjoy the restaurant’s cuisine.





(Source: Com Que Mui Kho)




Price list of selected dishes at Com Que Mui Kho (Source: Com Que Mui Kho)

Currently, Com Que Mui Kho has expanded to multiple branches, each offering a range of rustic dishes such as braised fish, boiled meat, stir-fried vegetables, and sour soup, served in a space that evokes a nostalgic sense of the countryside. Despite the previous controversy over its pricing, the restaurant has maintained a steady stream of patrons and continues to attract new customers curious about the food, intrigued by Truong Giang’s association, or simply satisfied with the flavors that remind them of home.

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