How much does a suit cost at Năm Tailor?
One group of three friends paid US$300 to 500 per suit at Năm Tailor, depending on the fabric. Another customer says the staff worked within their budget.
Opinions on value differ a little: one local reviewer calls the prices a bit high for District 1, while another says they are reasonable for the quality. Ask for a quote per fabric before ordering. For typical figures across the city, see the Saigon tailor prices guide.
| What was ordered | What the customer paid |
|---|---|
| suit | One group of three paid US$300–500 per suit depending on fabric. |
Collected from recent reviews, not the shop's price list.
How long does Năm Tailor take?
Năm Tailor made suits for a group of three in 3 days, a single suit in 3.5 days, and another suit in 4 days with two fittings in between. Alterations to a pair of jeans and a pair of trousers were done within a day.
Two fittings is the usual pattern. One customer found the fit nearly perfect at the first try-on, and another needed no alterations at all. After collecting a wedding suit, one customer was asked for feedback and offered further adjustments if needed. The shop offered another reviewer shipping to the US. Hotel delivery is not mentioned.
What 32 reviews of Năm Tailor mention most
Praised
- Quality of the finished clothes50% here · 47% across Saigon16 of 32
- Careful fittings, fit right41% here · 30% across Saigon13 of 32
- Friendly, patient staff38% here · 38% across Saigon12 of 32
- Fast turnaround28% here · 27% across Saigon9 of 32
- Good value for the price19% here · 19% across Saigon6 of 32
- Good advice on style and fabric13% here · 19% across Saigon4 of 32
- Wide choice of fabric9% here · 7% across Saigon3 of 32
- No pressure to buy9% here · 2% across Saigon3 of 32
Complaints and caveats
- Pricier than other tailors3% here · 2% across Saigon1 of 32
Counted from the 32 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of Năm Tailor; one review can mention several things. The mark on each bar is the share across 4,605 reviews of 109 tailors in Saigon.
What customers ordered at Năm Tailor and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suits for three friends | US$300–500 per suit | 3 days | — | |
| A suit | — | 3.5 days | — | |
| A suit | — | within 4 days | 2 | |
| A suit | — | 3 days | — | |
| Alterations to jeans and trousers | — | within a day | — |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about Năm Tailor
I had an excellent custom suit tailoring experience with Mr. Năm at Năm Tailor. He is a tailor with more than 30 years of experience, and he was able to create suits for my 2 friends and I in 3 days given our short stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Who Năm Tailor is best for
Năm Tailor suits business travelers, solo travelers, groups and wedding parties who want a suit in Saigon within a few days, and anyone needing trousers or quick alterations. Reviewers say they were walked through every option without pressure. An English-speaking member of staff handles most of the conversation, and some customers used Google Translate with Mr. Năm directly, with few words needed.
The reviews contain no complaints. With 37 Google reviews, there is less feedback to go on than at shops with hundreds of reviews.
- Namnamed in 5 reviews · the owner; over 30 years of tailoring, careful measuring and patient adjustments
Before you order at Năm Tailor
- The owner, Mr Năm, has been tailoring for more than 30 years; ask for him by name.
- The shop is at the corner of CMT8 (Cách Mạng Tháng 8) and Bùi Thị Xuân streets in District 1.
- Jeans and trousers you already own can be altered within a day, according to one customer.
- Suits can be shipped to the US, so you can reorder from home.
- A female staff member who speaks excellent English helps with the consultation; ask for her if the details matter to you.
Real photos from Năm Tailor customers
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Năm Tailor compared with nearby tailors in Saigon
If Năm Tailor isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Năm Tailor | — | $300–500 | 3 days | 5.0 (37) |
| MAY ĐO VEST ĐẸP | 320 m | — | 3–4 days | 4.8 (42) |
| Cò Lả Tailor | 380 m | — | 10 days | 5.0 (21) |
| H&D Tailor | 430 m | — | 10 days | 4.5 (37) |
| Phuoc Tailor | 590 m | — | 48 hours | 4.8 (43) |
| Chick Tailor | 21 min walk | — | 4 days | 5.0 (126) |
| Diệu Thanh Boutique | 700 m | — | Next day | 5.0 (23) |
How to get to Năm Tailor
Năm Tailor is at Cách Mạng Tháng Tám, an easy walk from the city centre — the map above has the exact spot. If a driver or a tout tells you it's "closed today", it isn't: that's a commission pitch. You can call ahead on +84937660499.
Grab drivers work from the Vietnamese address. Copy it, paste it into the Grab app as your destination, or show it to the driver.
Năm Tailor: frequently asked questions
How much is a suit at Năm Tailor?
One group of three paid US$300 to 500 per suit at Năm Tailor in Saigon, depending on the fabric. A local reviewer calls the prices a bit high for District 1, while another says they are reasonable for the quality.
How long does Năm Tailor take to make a suit?
Three to four days, usually with two fittings. Năm Tailor finished suits for a group of three in 3 days and a single suit in 3.5 days. Simple alterations have been done within a day.
Where is Năm Tailor in Saigon?
Năm Tailor is at 89 Cách Mạng Tháng Tám, on the corner with Bui Thi Xuan street in District 1, a few minutes from Ben Thanh Market. Reviewers simply walked in without an appointment.
