The Return
RETURN OF TLAYUDA
By popular demand, we are bringing back the Tlayuda in August 2025
So watch this space !! “The Tlayuda Returns”
So excited Papi!!
We are super happy to announce that we have live music back at District Federal.
We have been searching for a Latin Band for the past 12 months and are happy to have finally found one.
Our Band is from Cuba and will perform every Saturday Night from 20.30 and also for special occasion events.
Playing, Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, Reggaeton, Tango, Latin Pop and a mixture of hits from the 80’s, 90’s and 00’s, don’t forget to book your spot at DF.
Plus Buy 1 Get 1 1800 Tequila Blanco All NIGHT!!!… So no excuse about dancing.. tequila will take you to the dancefloor!
We are rapidly approaching the most important date of the year for District Restaurant!
Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead 1st November 2025.
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, originated from ancient Aztec death rituals around 3,000 years ago, blending with Catholic holidays like All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day after the 16th-century Spanish conquest.
This Mexican tradition honours deceased ancestors, believing they can return to the living world.
The festival involves creating ofrendas (altars), decorating graves with marigolds, sharing favourite foods, and festive celebrations.
We honour the tradition every year at District Federal, by throwing a colourful festive party, with floral decorations, face painting, Live Music, Full Buffet, Fee-Flow drinks and soooo much more.
So don’t miss out on the “Party of the Year” at DF.
Contact us on FB, messenger, pop into the outlet, email or call us to reserve your tickets. Book now to get our 15% EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT AVAILABLE UNTIL 12th October.
See you at DF!
BEHIND A GOOD RESTAURANT IS A GREAT FAMILY
Vietnam is all about family and Mexico alike. The journey to create District Federal was and still is about family.
With the unbounded support and dedication from my family, my Hanoian wife Le, who is 100% the “Better half”, the brains and unsung hero behind the scenes ,has been, and continues to do all the important stuff to get DF up and running.
My 2 girls, whose input and critique keeps me on a semi straight path and who are always happy to pitch in help and tell me “You are crazy dad!”
The DF Familia, in the kitchen, on the floor and in the bar…we are all one big family and with most families we are growing day by day.
After a long research trip Mexico over a year ago… eating, drinking (too much Tequila & Mezcal) and absorbing everything that is quintessential Mexican...My family built DF in the autumn of 2017
I kidnapped a Mexican Chef from Mexico City to ensure we brought the authentic tastes and flavors of Mexico City to Thao Dien in District 2 of Ho Chi Minh City, for you to enjoy.
I wanted us to make everything fresh and we have been working towards achieving that end. The tacos, chips and tostadas are made daily from homemade corn masa, the salsas, queso fresco cheese and slow cooked meats are also prepared daily.
Using a selection of 10 dried chilies imported in from Mexico, we endeavor to create authentic Mexican flavors and tastes. For those craving something less traditional, we also cater for “North of the Border” cravings and paletes
I designed a space that is casual, obviously very Mexican, bright, and colorful with 2 distinctive areas for dining. An open-aired front section, which looks into the open La Cocina (The Kitchen), where you can enjoy the Loco atmosphere of the busy cocina, and see our chefs prepare your food...…with nothing hidden.
An air-conditioned inside section is very lively too, with a 7 meter long bar, staffed by experienced and friendly staff shaking cocktails, serving amazing frozen Patron Margarita amongst dozens of other drinks
We endeavor to create a vibrant, cool and fun environment at DF, where you can enjoy authentic Mexican food, great drinks in a truly Mexican atmosphere.
WE WELCOME YOU THE JOIN THE DF FAMILIA.. AND ENJOY THE JOURNEY
