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10 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh City

Most Popular and Hidden Bars & Clubs in Saigon

Bars and clubs might be the best destinations at night to get away from stress and tiredness. But where to go? Which bar is the best in Saigon? Let’s check out this following list of best clubs and bars in Ho Chi Minh City .

I. 10 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh City

1. chill skybar.

Chill Skybar is not a strange name to anyone who likes going to bars and clubs in Saigon. The rooftop bar is located on the 26 th floor, attracting a lively crowd every night. At 05:30 pm, the bar starts playing down tempo, chill-out music and livening things up around 10 pm with hip hop and dance music. As the top bar in Saigon, its drinks are very expensive, about USD 20 for a cocktail. However, it is always crowded and noisy as the tourists come for the cool vibe, great views and take photographs.

Location: AB Tower, 26 th Floor, 76A Le Lai Street, Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 0938822838

Opening hours: 5:30 pm to 2:00 am

Price: VND 200.000 – VND 550.000

2. The View Rooftop Bar

This place is the most suitable bar in Saigon for those who are traveling with a modest budget. The price is quite cheap, starts from just VND 30.000 for a beer. Although located in crowded in Bui Vien Street , the place is not too noisy. It is best to escape the heat and hustle of the backpackers’ area in Bui Vien without leaving the street. You can enjoy watching crowds mingle below while drinking a cocktail or just enjoy the lovely lantern-lit ambiance at night.

Location: 195 Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh 

Tel: 0936363505

Opening hours: 10:00 am to 01:00 am

Price: VND 35.000 – VND 300.000

3. The Deck Saigon

The Deck Saigon is a classy restaurant and bar located in the riverside. It is a top dining choice for locals and travelers. Customers may love the restaurants’ excellent pan-Asian cuisine in a romantic atmosphere and scenic locale. The Deck Saigon offers various dishes that even satisfy vegetarians. Some highly recommended dishes you should try are marinated tuna spring rolls, miso-marinated black cod, sautéed Chinese vegetables with udon noodles.

Location: 38 Nguyen U Di Street, District 2, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 02837446632

Opening hours: 08:00 am to 11:00 pm

Price: VND 100.000 – VND 400.000

4. SKYXX Garden & Lounge

SKYXX is a luxurious club designed in a classic European architectural style and warm tones. The Lounge is divided into 2 parts. If you want to stay in a bustling atmosphere with professional dancers and DJs, you can sit inside. And the outdoor space is completely different, more peaceful and romantic with an amazing view from above. Located in the center of District 1, the price for meals and drinks is quite high but the service and food are worth your money. Location: Deutsches Haus Building, 20 th Floor, 33 Le Duan Street, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 0906693138

Opening hours: 05:00 pm to 02:00 am

Price: VND 300.000 – VND 1.000.000

5. Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar

Located on the 9 th floor, Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar is one of the oldest bars in Saigon. It is also famous for its view where customers can see many famous sites from the bar like Lam Son Square, Saigon Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral and the People’s Committee Hall. The bar provides customers private and romantic atmosphere with fairy lights, small tables, plenty of foliage and Latino style lounge music performances. The menu has a wide range of western favorites such as best steaks and burgers. Location: 19 Cong Truong Lam Son, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 02838234999

Opening hours: 11:00 am to 01:00 am

Price: VND 200.000 – VND 1.100.000

6. Game On – Saigon Sports Pub

Different from other bars in Saigon, Game On is the most popular sports bars for expats. The first floor is a lounge space with nice natural light and two big tables, while the second floor is the main bar with many sports action and a nice little balcony which overlooks the street with pretty good views. The food is a notch and you should try their chicken wings which is the best in Ho Chi Minh. The beer menu is well-priced, starts at VND 35.000. It is now doing a great job at its claim “Bringing Live & Loud Sports to Saigon”. Location: 81 – 83 Nguyen Cong Tru Street, Nguyen Thai Binh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 02866539993

Opening hours: 04:00 pm to 00:00 am

Price: VND 35.000 – VND 150.000

7. Eon Heli Bar

Located on the top of Bitexco Financial Tower – one of the highest buildings in Ho Chi Minh, you may feel like you are now on top of the world. It is well known for a nice venue to have a drink and see the sunset, especially on weekdays. The bar comes to life with the best local and international DJ spinning house, hip-hop tunes. For the spectacular view of the city by night, the bar’s drink rate is quite reasonable, about VND 200.000 for one drink. The best time to visit the bar maybe around 8 pm to 9 pm when the ambiance is wonderful with low and soothing music. In late night, the music is much louder and participants sing and dance a lot.

Location: 52 nd Floor, Bitexco Tower Building, Hai Trieu, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 10:30 am to 01:00 am

Opening hours: 02862918752

8. Indika Saigon

Indika Saigon, or so-called House of Curiosity, lies at an old wooden French-style house in District 1. It is a popular destination of not only Vietnamese but also foreigner for its musical events at night and delicious meals. To satisfy its customers, Indika often changes its menu and adds more unique dishes. Moreover, the inside space is especially suitable for group meetings or getaways from hustle and bustle life in Ho Chi Minh. The price is cheap in comparison to other bars and restaurants (only VND 30.000 for a beer). Location: 43 Nguyen Van Giai Street, Da Kao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 0356581648

Price: VND 30.000 – VND 100.000

9. Firkin Bar

Hidden behind a tiny entrance and up a narrow stairway, you may think of gloomy feelings. But no, these feelings will quickly disappear when you open the door to see the sophisticated classical bar. The bar gives the customers the warm feelings with its wooden textures, low music, dim lighting, and comfy seats. You may be surprised with its large collection of more than 400 different bottles from many countries. There is also a wide variety of bar foods to accompany your spirit concoction, especially scotch eggs. The price is a little bit expensive but worth your try.

Location: 20 Mac Thi Buoi Street, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 0931312723

Price: VND 150.000 – VND 8.000.000

10. Broma Not A Bar

Broma Not A Bar has a large space with 4 floors in a building in Nguyen Hue Street. It has a unique rooftop area where you are able to look over Nguyen Hue Street and the Saigon River . Broma is an ideal relaxing spot and unwind after work with various types of beer imported from other countries. When Ho Chi Minh City has festivals, you even can enjoy the fireworks from the bar’s rooftop. The live music plays all throughout the weekdays and weekends, and the bar sometimes holds some events following customers’ requirements. It will surely make you come back time and time again with its mellow and seductive atmosphere.

Location: 41 Nguyen Hue Street, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh

Tel: 02838236838

Opening hours: 05:30 pm to 02:30 am

Price: VND 100.000 – VND 440.000 Hidden Bars in Saigon

II. 7 Hidden Bars in Saigon

Nestled in old apartment buildings and narrow alleys, the unexpected location of these bars has a magnetic attraction to the customers with its elegant design to alluring cocktails. Here comes our best recommendation for the best hidden bars in Saigon.

Alley50 could be listed as the best weekend hanging-out hidden bar. It is an ideal place to chill out with your favorite people, enjoy the cozy music and extravagant jungle décor, enrich your taste with special food and cocktail menu. Its signature cocktails start at VND 240.000 and you can get a 50% OFF for your food and drinks in happy hours from 5 pm to 8:30 pm.

Address: 49 Mac Thi Buoi street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

2. Corked Tales

Located on M Floor of the CJ Building, you need to get upstairs to find the Corked Tales. Its decoration is inspired by the forest so customers feel closer to nature. There are 6 signature cocktails based on the 5 elements and the metal. The food is very creative and tasty. The price starts from VND 220.000 and happy hours for discount last from 5 pm to 8 pm.

Address: 6 Le Thanh Ton street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

3. The Alley

As its name reveals, the bar is located in a small alley on Pasteur Street, right next to Liberty Central. Behind the main door is a wide selection of hundred bottles of alcohols. The happy hour is until 8 pm and the discount is on selected drinks. Sometimes, the bar invites live bands performing too.

Address: 63/1 Pasteur Street, Ho Chi Minh City

4. Iron Bank

Located on the 1 st floor of an old apartment, the Iron Bank has not too large space so it makes you feel very cozy. It has a large selection of signature cocktails with many flavors to choose from (sour, sweet, bitter, or spicy), and the bases include gin, whiskey, rum, local wine, etc… Cocktails vary from VND 145.000 to VND 175.000.

Address: 47 Ton That Dam Street, Ho Chi Minh City

5. Snuffbox

Hidden away in a nondescript building in District 1, the Snuffbox gives you the music genres that you would have been heard in 1920’s America. Its décor does a good job to bring the clandestine atmosphere of the illegal prohibition period bars. More than just an interesting theme, it has a well-crafted list of signature and classic cocktails. The price is a little bit expensive, around VND 500.000 to VND 1.000.000/ person.

Address: 14 Ton That Dam Street

6. Rabbit Hole

Rabbit Hole is an underground cocktail bar that its concept refers to the Independence Palace story. The bar doesn’t serve any food but has great drinks which start from VND 200.000. It will be a miss if you don’t taste the Mad Hatter, a gin-based long drink while enjoying groovy house music.

Address: 138 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ho Chi Minh City

7. Gin House

If you are looking for the best gin cocktails in town, Gin House is the place to go. Not too far from the famous backpacker street Bui Vien, the bar offers excellent cocktails with experimented bartenders. And, if you smoke, there is a place inside for you. All drinks are discounted 50% in happy hours (5 pm to 8 pm).

Address: 28/3A Ton Nhat Tung street, Ho Chi Minh City

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Top 15 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh Vietnam

Are you looking for a place to hang out at night in HCMC? Take read Top 15 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh Vietnam  with unique and new styles.

1. Natrix Bar

Coming to Natrix Bar, you will be overwhelmed by the luxurious and modern design space, combined with the quality invested lighting system, bringing a magical and mysterious atmosphere. Natrix Bar regularly organizes many music events, inviting many famous domestic and international DJs to perform such as: Wren Evan, DJ KS Trung Kien, DJ Yaroslav Kuchin, …

Natrix Bar is a famous bar in District 1, but the prices here are very affordable compared to other bars. Drink prices here will range from 140,000 to 300,000 VND for mixers, juices or cocktails, mocktails; and about 3,000,000 – 40,000,000 VND for spirits.

Price range: 140,000 VND – 40,000,000 VND

Contact Info:

• Address: 42 D. Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Phone: 0973 421 111
• Opening hours: 19:00 – 02:00 am
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatrixSaigon/
• Website: https://natrixbar.com

2. Oslo Club

Oslo in District 1 is a favorite place for many actors, singers, celebrities in the Vietnamese showbiz world such as: Angela Phuong Trinh, Hai Dang Doo, Lucie Nguyen, etc. The design space focuses on sophistication and elegance, with long curves showing liberality, with carefully invested furniture, tables like shiny, modern glass blocks combined with the lighting system.

This is also a favorite club of businessmen and supercar collectors. Every night, Oslo is always busy and prominent in the middle of Nam Ky Khoi Nghia street because of many visitors coming and going here.

Price range: 4,000,000 VND – 100,000,000 VND

• Address: 38 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Nguyen Thai Binh ward, District 1, HCMC.
• Phone: 093 703 1177
• Opening hours: 22:00 – 05:00 am
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/osloclubhcm
• Website: https://oslo-club.com/

3. Home Pub

When you come to Home Pub, you will be immersed in the best EDM Trap music along with the famous Dance and DJ orchestra.

With 2 separate spaces: an outdoor space with soft music for those who want to immerse themselves in nature and a Lounge space for those who want to burn and rock with bottles of wine and great music.

Price range: 150,000 VND – 1,000,000 VND

• Address: 58 Nguyen Cong Tru, District 1
• Open: 12:00 – 23:00
• Phone: 090 812 17 54
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Homepubsaigon/

4. Qui Loungev

Qui Lounge is a place to rest and relax in light music. Different from other bars. Qui Lounge is a place with a luxurious space only for high-class “players”. Drinks at Qui Lounge have a lot of variety, so you will probably be overwhelmed with the variety of drinks here.

Qui Lounge also has an open balcony area and a modern Lounge area. If you are looking for a private space to chat with friends or entertain guests, Qui Lounge also has a vip area that can accommodate 30 people.

Price range: 100,000 VND – 500,000 VND

• Address: No. 22 – 22Bis Le Thanh Ton, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
• Opening hours: 17:30 – 02:00
• Phone: 093 365 08 68
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quilounge/
• Website: https://quilounge.com/

5. Republic Club

One Saigon bar that possesses great attraction is Republic Club. This place gathers all the advantages such as sound, light and drinks.

In the middle of the bar is a stage for you to sing along or create your own choreography, sipping a glass of water while immersing in the vibrant music.

With a DJ set, a cool choreography and an excellent sound and light system, this bar is visited by many domestic and foreign tourists. Drinks here are quite expensive but the taste can not be criticized.

Price range: 150,000 VND – 300,000 VND

• Address: 19 Do Quang Dau, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, City. Ho Chi Minh City
• Opening hours: 21:00 – 02:00
• Phone: 090 236 85 92
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Republicclubvn/

6. Chill Skybar

Chill Skybar is a bar known to many Saigon players. The shop is located on the terrace of the AB Tower building

Unlike other bars in Saigon, Chill Skybar is divided into many different areas such as restaurant area, non-smoking area, cool space area to rest and relax.

Price range: 500,000 VND – 1,500,000 VND

• Address: 27th Floor AB Tower, No. 76A Le Lai, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Open hours: 17:30 – 22:30
• Phone: 093 882 28 38
• Website: https://chillsaigon.com/

Coming to this place, every breath you take in will make you feel “crazy” in every blood vessel of your body. This bar is famous for combining with talented DJs who can create extremely trendy and vibrant playlists, making listeners unable to stop dancing.

Located on Bui Vien Street, Boheme is always interested and visited by a large number of young people every week. Here offers a full range of Cocktails, carbonated soft drinks, beer and alcoholic beverages.

The prices here are also very affordable suitable for all classes. If you are looking for cheap bars, then check out Boheme.

Price range: 99,000 VND – 1,000,000 VND

Contact Info

• Address: 195-195A-197 De Tham, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1
• Open hours: 19:00 – 02:00 am
• Phone: 0899 097 468
• Fanpage: www.facebook.com/BohemeBuiVien

8. Air 360 Sky Lounge

Air 360 Sky Bar is the only place with a 360-degree open space with an overflowing swimming pool on an altitude of 120 m to enjoy the panoramic view of magnificent Saigon at night. As a relaxing spot you cannot miss with modern Bar and Lounge services.

Air 360 Sky Bar is luxuriously designed, belong top best Bars in Ho Chi Minh cozy with hundreds of sparkling lights and a unique open bar following the sophisticated world trend.

From about 9 pm onwards, it is the time for the exciting and passionate atmosphere of EDM music from famous domestic and foreign singers and DJs. In addition, there are VIP rooms with cozy, luxurious and quiet space, suitable for receiving guests and organizing corporate events.

Price range: 500.000 VND – 600.000 VND

• Address: Rooftop 22nd Floor, Ben Thanh Tower, 136-138 Le Thi Hong Gam, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Open hours: 17:30 – 01:30
• Phone: 097 458 77 88
• Website: https://air360skylounge.com/

9. Canalis Club

This bar has a modern and novel design. Most people come here and play all night. The music here is extremely diverse, from chill to exciting songs.

The menu of drinks is quite small, but most of them are very attractive and receive many compliments from customers. Come here quickly to fully enjoy this most famous place in Saigon. Contact Info:

• Address: 264 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Ward 8, District 3
• Phone: 0828 264 264
• Open hours: 21:00 – 03:30
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canalisclub.vn

10. Barocco Club

Barocco Club is one of the largest bars and top 15 best Bars in Ho Chi Minh, possessing a strange feature from space, music to drinks that are unmistakable. All kinds of delicious drinks and dynamic and happy staff create a sense of comfort and enjoyment for visitors.

However, the plus point of the restaurant is the eye-catching light to the strange but beautiful space. Barocco Club will be a fun entertainment destination for foreign guests in Vietnam.

Price range: 500,000 VND – 880,000 VND

• Address: 264 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ward 8, District 3
• Open hours: 20:30 – Till dawn
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baroccoclub.vn/

11. TNR Saigon

TNR Saigon is one of Top 15 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh that gather a lot of Expat and Backpacker. With an extremely cool design, TNR Saigon will definitely bring you the most new and unique feelings.

This place is one of the stops of many “players” as well as handsome Western guys. You will have the opportunity to meet many people and burn yourself out with friends with cocktails crafted by the professional bartenders of the bar.

Price range: 60,000 VND – 500,000 VND

• Address: No. 57 Do Quang Dau, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1
• Open: 19:00 – 3:00
• Phone: 0838 389 839
• Website: https://www.tnrsaigon.com/

12. Poc Poc Beer Garden

Poc Poc Beer Garden invites many famous singers to stop by to perform. This place attracts thanks to the vibrant music, the drinks at the bar are also very good. If you need to find somewhere bustling to relax after a week of work, Poc Poc Beer Garden will make you extremely happy.

The shop also regularly organizes events and interesting programs, so if you have time, come and experience the fun of Poc Poc Beer Garden.

Price range: 70,000 VND – 370,000 VND

• Address: No. 39 Pham Ngoc Thach, Ward 6, District 3
• Opening hours: 17:00 – 02:00
• Phone: 028 6683 8888
• Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/pocpocbeergarden/

13. The Gin House

This famous Saigon bar belong top 15 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh , which is located in a small alley so it is a bit hard to find but the space here is great. In addition, the signature cocktails mixed with gin are also very unique.

The Gin House has a bar interior inspired by speakeasy-style bars. With a heavy wooden door and a mysterious red velvet curtain welcoming guests at the entrance.

Price range: 130,000 VND – 220,000 VND

• Address: 28/2A Ton That Tung, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1
• Opening hours: 18:00 – 2:00
• Phone: 090 889 36 60
• Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/theginhousesaigon/

14. Lush Bar

Lush Bar is one of the oldest nightlife venues in Saigon, opened in 2004 to present. Although it’s been a long time, Lush still has special charms that attract every customer when visiting, especially foreign guests.

Lush Bar carries the breath of a modern and individual club. Combined with neon lights and Manga-style animations, adding fun to the surroundings. Lush Bar is always considered a leading example of nightlife culture in Saigon.

• Address: No. 2 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Opening hours: 21:00 – 5:00
• Phone: 091 863 07 42
• Webiste: https://www.lushsaigon.com/

15. Carmen Bar

Carmen Bar is known as best Bars in Ho Chi Minh characterized by playing vibrant latin music from foreign singers performing on the bar’s stage, creating a joyful, comfortable and interesting atmosphere for anyone who comes for the first time.

The design has an indoor space, extending to the garden outside to bring a comfortable and pleasant feeling for each person coming here. This is definitely one of the Saigon Bars that you must definitely visit.

• Address: 8 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Opening hours: 19:00 – 1:00
• Phone: 090 361 85 77
• Website: https://carmensaigon.com/

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Chill Sky Bar Saigon Review: Best Rooftop Bar In Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam [Dress Code, Drink Prices, Menu & More]

Chill Sky Bar is the original open-air rooftop bar in Saigon where locals and tourists come to enjoy top-shelf cocktails along with some of the best views of the Ho Chi Minh City skyline.

This comprehensive guide to Chill Sky Bar covers everything you need to know about one of the best rooftop bars in Saigon including the dress code, drink prices, menu and much more.

Author’s Note: Is it Saigon or Ho Chi Minh? Saigon was the original name of the city until 1976 when it was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City following conclusion of the Vietnam War. We spoke with several locals who told us that they still prefer to use Saigon, but either one is fine.

The Ultimate Guide To Chill Sky Bar HCMC

Nowadays Chill Sky Bar is widely regarded as one of the best rooftop bars in Asia , on par with the likes of  Sky Bar Bangkok  and  Heli Lounge Bar KL .

How To Get There

Chill Sky Bar is situated on the 26th floor of the AB Tower in the Ben Thanh District of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. For directions to the rooftop bar from your current location, click here .

[Address:  Tang 26 AB Tower, 76A Le Lai, Ben Thanh, Quan 1, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam]

The AB Tower is located near several noteworthy landmarks in Saigon like the Ben Thanh Market, Quách Thị Trang Park and the War Remnants Museum.

Arriving On Foot

If you are planning to stop in for drinks at Chill Sky Bar after a day of exploring Saigon then you should make Ben Thanh Market your last stop due to it’s close proximity. This  local market  is one of the more popular tourist attractions in Saigon where you can find handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs and Vietnamese cuisine.

The AB Tower is a short 5 minute walk from the Ben Thanh Market shown in the photo above.

The rooftop bar is also within walking distance of several other popular tourist attractions like the Independence Palace, Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and War Remnants Museum.

Using Public Transportation (Not Recommended)

The Ho Chi Minh City Metro system is still under construction and will not be completed until 2020 so the only public transportation option at the moment is the bus system. I would not recommend taking the bus as Uber and taxi service is very cheap in Vietnam.

However, if you decide to take the bus then you can get off at the Ben Thanh Market station and walk about 5 minutes on Le Lai street to get to AB Tower.

Taking A Taxi or Uber (Recommended)

Taking a taxi or an Uber can be very cheap in Vietnam – not to mention super fun! For the real experience make sure you order an Uber bike as shown in the photo above.

Hours Of Operation & Best Time To Go

Monday: 5:30 PM – 1:00 AM Tuesday:  5:30 PM – 1:00 AM Wednesday:  5:30 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday:  5:30 PM – 1:00 AM Friday:  5:30 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday:  5:30 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday:  5:30 PM – 1:00 AM

Happy Hour & Sunset Service [5:30 PM – 9:00 PM]

The sky bar opens every day at 5:30 PM for the daily “City View Happy Hour” with discounts on select drinks and food (see Happy Hour Menu below) from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

It is definitely worth getting there early to catch the sunset and watch the skyline light up as the night begins.

There is a relaxed vibe during happy hour with chill music until about 9:30 PM when the resident DJ set begins.

Nightclub & DJ Performances [9:30 PM – Late]

Chill Sky Bar is more than just a rooftop bar. This establishment is also a world-class nightlife venue that is known for its themed events featuring top-notch DJ’s and mixologists from around the world.

The DJ set usually kicks off around 10:00 PM and the party goes until 1:00 AM or later.

What Is The Dress Code At Chill Sky Bar?

The dress code at Chill Sky Bar is smart casual with no tank-tops, sports shorts, flip-flops or slippers allowed.

It is worth noting that the dress code is much more strictly enforced after the “City View Happy Hour” ends and the venue turns into one of Saigon’s premier nightclubs.

Chill Sky Bar Menu & Drink Prices

The drink menu at Chill Sky Bar features a wide variety of drinks including signature  cocktails , imported beers, international wines and champagne.

How Much Do Drinks Cost?

Drink prices at the rooftop bar range from about 88,000 VND (during happy hour) for a standard cocktail, imported beer or glass of the house wine during happy hour, up to 300,000 VND for premium / signature cocktails.

Note: All drinks are subject to a 5% service charge and a 10% VAT.

City View Happy Hour Cocktail Menu

The happy hour drink menu includes an impressive list of creatively named cocktails including:

• Saigon Punch (88,000 VND) – Tequila, Red Wine Melt, Lime Juice & Simple Syrup.
• V&M (88,000 VND) – Vodka, Mandarin, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup & Lime Leaves.
• Last Time (88,000 VND) – Gin, Egg White, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Raspberry Pure & Mint Leaves.
• Whisky Smash (88,000 VND) – Tennessee Whiskey, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Bitter & Mint Leaves.
• Chillacolada (150,000 VND) – White Rum, Malibu, Coconut Water, Fresh Pineapple Juice & Cream.
• Asian Temptation (150,000 VND) – Vodka, Sake, Vanilla Ice Cream & Fresh Passion Fruit.
• Bourbon Bow Tie (150,000 VND) – Whisky , Apricot, Grand Marnier, Simple Syrup & Lime Juice.
• Neon Leather Drip (150,000 VND) – Tequila, Guava Juice, Apricot, Grenadine & Lime Juice.
• 13th Street Daiquiri (150,000 VND) – White Rum, Simple Syrup, Lime Juice & Basil Leaf.

Specialty Drinks, Classic Cocktails & Imported Beers

The standard drink menu features classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned , as well as Chill Signature’s like the Pineapple Knifefighter and Blue Jungle Bird.

The bar also carries a variety of imported beers including Budweiser, Corona, Stella Artois and Hoegaarden.

Curated Wine List

Chill Sky Bar also has a wine list that includes a variety of red wines, white wines and champagne / sparkling wines from around the world.

I’ve tasted both of the Chilean wines from Concha Y Toro that are featured on the wine menu and I can personally recommend those as great options.

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Food & Snack Menu

Chill Sky Bar also has a great food and snack menu featuring local flavors as well as classic dishes.

Views Of Ho Chi Minh City From The Rooftop Bar

The views from Chill Sky Bar are incredible to say the least. The rooftop bar has an unobstructed view of the Ho Chi Minh City skyline including a clear view of the iconic Bitexco Tower.

The venue also overlooks the bustling streets of District 1 giving you the perfect vantage point to witness the madness that is Ho Chi Minh Traffic!

You can also check out some more photos to get a better idea of the venue by checking out the official Chill Skybar Facebook page here .

Final Thoughts

There are plenty of other establishments in Saigon offering drinks with a view including Eon Heli Bar, Glow Sky Bar and OMG Rooftop Bar to name a few.

However, if you are searching for the  best rooftop bar in Ho Chi Minh City  then Chill Skybar Saigon is the place to go.

You can also check out some of our other rooftop bar reviews from around the world below:

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"Best place for drinks with a view in Saigon! They have great cocktails and incredible views of the Ho Chi Minh City skyline."

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I’m looking forward to going to this bar when I’m in HCMC next week. The views look really nice during sunset.. Thanks for the info :)

Yes, it is definitely worth it to get there in time for the sunset. Hope you enjoy your time in Ho Chi Minh City!

Wanna stop by to catch the sunset view and get to know the nightlife in Saigon this coming 18 Apr. Could i ask if there is any seat for just 1 person?

Yes, there are plenty of tables on the outdoor terrace where you can sit and you can also sit right at the bar.

Is that short Jean ok for the dress code?

I would suggest no. But call them to double check.

Hope you have a great time!

– Paul

I and my wife love the romantic scene here. We warmed our feelings and thought like we were in love

Great to hear that you both had a lovely experience there. I hope that you get the opportunity to go again!

drinks are also normal. However I really like the way of serving here. Will come back because the staff are so cute

Thanks for your feedback!

Trip to Saigon! What a beautiful and culturally beautiful place! A bit sticky but lovely to evade the heat

Delighted that you enjoyed your trip!

What a great place to enjoy an evening cocktail with friends at the end of our Vietnam trip! Great friendly staff and great views

Great to hear that you had a good time!

Nice rooftop bar, with beautiful views. The only downside is that the music is too loud. I feel the DJs are enjoying themselves, not the reason people are accessing this bar. It is to see the views, there is a great cocktail, snacks and chat.

I can’t recall this being a problem for Paul but sorry to hear that it affected your time there.

Wow great food. Very good cocktail. An ideal place to travel

Very lovely service. Their English is very good and communication is easy. Not every shop in SaiGon communicates so easily

Excellent! Great to hear!

OMG what a great bar restaurant on the rooftop The views are breathtaking and not to be missed the wider range of special cocktails

Yeah, it’s pretty special!

You cannot beat the view, the ambiance and the service. This is a lovely place to have a cocktail for two or go with your gang.

Great to hear that you had a good time.

Great place! Will come back in next times ????

Lots of fun great lighting great cocktails ???? modern music and awesome views of the of Ho Chi Minh city .Have a choice of indoor or outside

I had so much fun here. The view is amazing and the service is the best!! From the security guards to the cleaner in the lady room and the bartenders. They are so sweet and friendly! Definitely coming back!!

Great to hear!

The panoramic views are the first thing that strike you , the happy hour takes the pressure off the wallet too. Great quality cocktails made the clear air even better .

Fantastic to hear!

Oriental skewered chicken, potato with green onion – 280k. American chicken is very quality. Big and very delicious. This is a good choice guys!!! ????????

Nice spot to see the whole view of HCM city ????????????????

The vibes is awesome, the view was even better ????????

Just a great location. Not the highest place in Saigon, but definitely one of the best I visited. Spectacular view, great atmosphere, cool drinks, friendly staff. We enjoyed it a lot.

perfect place to watch ho chi min city pass by down below! Be try it lol

Great view. Reasonable price for a glass of red wine to enjoy the ambiance and the view. After 9pm the music is a bit too loud for talking. ????????

It’s good. This place is very nice when u stand on the top of building and take a good view for around the city at night! ????????

Love the music, cozy place . Nice people . Will come here again if invited .

I think the price here is good and the scene is great to be chill lol ????

Great views and venue. Staff were so obnoxious and arrogant. ????

One of my favourite bars in Saigon!Great atmosphere and amazing hospitality. Highly recommend ????

really great rooftop bar 2 have a drink. Should be try it guys! Its so amazing!!

Sometimes the DJ play music a bit old fashion, need more edm or cover music from some famous edm DJ at that time, anw, thats a great lounge ????

I had an amazing night there last night.Great view, great drinks and fantastic staff. Thankyou, I will be back!

We came OMG Bar on last Saturday. It’s so hot but the cocktail is good :) If we every head back to HCMC we will be back for more!

went to the rooftop bar on a Halloween party night and had the best time ever! They had games and dances, definitely go back again and will recommend it to everyone!

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Best bars in Ho Chi Minh City

by TAA on February 2, 2023

Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is the largest and busiest city in Vietnam, and its nightlife is just as vibrant. With a huge selection of bars scattered throughout the city, it can be difficult to decide where to go for that perfect evening out. From modern venues serving up craft beers to retro pubs with live music performances, there’s something for everyone in HCMC. To help you decide where to go, here's our list of the best bars in Ho Chi Minh City.

1. Firkin Bar

Firkin Bar in Ho Chi Minh City is a popular nightlife destination for locals and tourists alike. Located conveniently in the heart of District 1, it offers an array of international beer and pub food options as well as live music. The atmosphere is cozy yet vibrant, with dim lighting and comfortable furniture giving guests a sense of comfort while they relax or dance the night away. The bar staff is friendly and knowledgeable, helping to create a lively and welcoming atmosphere that makes Firkin Bar a great place for socializing and having fun. With both indoor and outdoor seating, guests can choose their desired environment for enjoying some drinks and food with friends. There's also a selection of pool tables so you can partake in a game or two while enjoying the atmosphere. Firkin Bar is the perfect place to visit for after work drinks, date night, or to just hang out with friends and have a good time.

• Location: 20 Mac Thi Buoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

2. The Alley Cocktail Bar & Kitchen

The Alley Cocktail Bar & Kitchen in Ho Chi Minh city is a unique and vibrant bar and restaurant that offers an eclectic mix of local cuisine and international cocktails. With its contemporary industrial vibe, the bar offers an atmosphere that is both cozy and inviting. The menu features an array of classic Vietnamese dishes such as fried spring rolls, pho, and banh mi sandwiches, as well as an array of international favorites. The Alley also boasts a wide selection of craft beers, spirits, wines, and cocktails to choose from.

• Location: 63/8 Pasteur Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh city

3. Chill Skybar

Chill Skybar is one of the best rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City. Located on the 26th floor of AB Tower, Chill Skybar offers magnificent views over the city skyline from its panoramic terrace and chic interior. With a blend of modern and classic design elements, Chill Skybar makes for an unforgettable experience. The bar has a wide selection of drinks and food, so you can spend the evening admiring the stunning views while indulging in some delicious drinks and snacks.

The bar also has one of the best sound systems in Ho Chi Minh City, providing an exciting atmosphere with top-notch music to keep you entertained all night. The music is always changing, depending on the night and the DJ, but you can expect to hear everything from hip hop and house to funk, rock and pop. Wondering how is nightlife in Ho Chi Minh city ? You will know when you come to Chill Skybar!

The staff at Chill Skybar are friendly and attentive, making sure everyone has a great time. The bar also offers occasional special events like live music performances, which makes it even more memorable. Location: 76A Le Lai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh city

4. Carmen Bar

Carmen Bar in Ho Chi Minh City is a great place to experience the vibrant nightlife of the city. Located in the popular District 1, Carmen Bar offers an eclectic mix of drinks, music and atmosphere. The bar has two levels with both indoor and outdoor seating for guests to enjoy their evening. The menu features a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits as well as cocktails and mocktails. The music ranges from Latin beats to classic rock and roll with DJs playing on the weekends. There are also live acts performing regularly throughout the week. Location: 8 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

5. Snuffbox Bar

Snuffbox Bar in Ho Chi Minh City is an interesting place to enjoy an evening out with friends. This modern bar offers a variety of delicious drinks, exquisite snacks and plenty of entertainment. Its unique design adds an element of sophistication to the atmosphere, while its warm and inviting décor creates the perfect ambiance for socializing. The bar is always busy, so it’s a great place to meet new people.

Snuffbox Bar serves up an impressive selection of beer and wine, as well as a wide range of cocktails for those who prefer something more exotic. The bar also has a large selection of liquors and spirits from around the world. Location: 14 Ton That Dam Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is full of amazing bars and lounges that cater to the tastes of any traveler. From unique craft beer bars to upscale rooftop venues, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant city. Whether you’re looking for an intimate atmosphere or a lively night out with friends, there’s no shortage of great bars in Ho Chi Minh City. So grab a drink, sit back, and enjoy the nightlife! Cheers!

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12 Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh

Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated happy hour or casual spot to grab a beer, Ho Chi Minh City has it all. Nightlife in this bustling city is just as exciting as its daytime activities, with somewhere to grab a drink for every mood. Moreover, in addition to the area’s nightclub scene, many venues also have themed promotions and live music on certain days.

Tourists and ex-pats love exploring this side of HCMC , as many know that food and drink choices are crucial to discovering a deeper connection to the area’s culture. Compared to many other parts of the world, alcoholic beverages are very affordable around Vietnam, making it an easy choice to sample the city’s finest watering holes.

Here are the top bars that Saigon has to offer in no particular order. Cheers!

Broma Not a Bar

Despite its name, Broma Not a Bar is very much a bar and one of the most popular in Saigon. A hopping evening destination in HCMC for several years, Broma Not a Bar offers some of the best entertainment, mixed drinks, and craft beers around. Boasting a two-story rooftop setup, there is plenty of space for socializing. Moreover, there’s an in-ground fluorescent fish tank that gets a lot of attention.

With live music several days a week, guests at Broma Not a Bar can bust a move on the dance floor, lounge about, or enjoy the funky decor that compliments the venue’s overall chill atmosphere. Adventurous drinkers can try a custom-made cocktail whipped up at a moment’s notice by the talented barkeep staff. Conveniently located, this is undoubtedly one of the town’s must-visit hotspots.

41 District, 41 Nguyễn Huệ, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Chill Skybar

Located on the 26th floor of the AB Tower, Chill Skybar is the pioneer of the skybar concept in Vietnam. Not only is this bar one of the most impressive in the city but also doubles as one of Saigon’s most popular nightclubs. At the rooftop bar, several carefully designed cocktails, impressive beer options, wine, and champagne selections are served while customers take in the panoramic views of the city.

Their famous lit-up bar is the venue’s centerpiece, along with the rest of the modern tables and chairs. While traditional full meals aren’t served here, they do have a variety of snacks and bites. However, people who want to get a more extensive dinner can head inside to the dining club. It’s best to visit the Chill Skybar as early as possible to get a good seat and beat the crowds to get inside.

Keep in mind that there is a dress code; as stated in their motto, they like guests to “dress to impress.”

AB Tower, Tầng 26, 76A Lê Lai, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 93 882 28 38

The Iron Bank – Cocktail Vault

Boasting medieval decor and candle-lit walls, the Iron Bank – Cocktail Vault is a cozy establishment set inside an old apartment building. While the floor space isn’t too ample, bartenders have an extensive spirit selection to create some fantastic signature cocktails.

Choose from “New Money” or “Old Money” cocktails, or even request a custom drink if you’re feeling spunky and ready for anything. The atmosphere is incredibly relaxing, and thanks to all the interior decor, this is the perfect watering hole for unwinding and forgetting about the chaos of the world.

47 Tôn Thất Đạm, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 899 467 900

For a really authentic Saigonese drinking experience, find the Rum Bar in District 1. While there isn’t a lot of signage or bells and whistles to this place, it’s been open for decades and hasn’t changed much since the day it started serving their family-owned and made rum. Created by the current owner’s mother in the 1970s, Rum Bar continues to be a popular gathering place for locals and tourists.

Don’t expect to find a fancy bar or seating area, as most people enjoy the house rum outside on plastic stools around a small table. There are some bar bites like chicken wings and fried intestines to snack on, but nothing much more than that. Situated in a prime location for bar hopping, Rum Bar is rather inexpensive and a great place to interact with locals.

19 Cong trinh lien doanh, Mạc Thị Bưởi, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

The Gin House

Gin-lovers in HCMC have a place to go, as many enthusiasts of this spirit gravitate towards The Gin House for some unique cocktails and excellent prices. The menu includes many unusual mixtures, such as their Bahn Minh cocktail made with blue cheese, passion fruit, and gin.

Set right in District 1, this fantastic little hidden gem of a bar has an incredibly cozy vibe that welcomes locals and tourists. After 10 pm, some nights have live music playing right in the central area, making it an even more intriguing place to stop for a few drinks.

28/3A Đường Tôn Thất Tùng, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 90 889 36 60

Dimly lit and classy, the Firkin Bar in District 1 is a must-do for hard liquor enthusiasts that enjoy sipping in an upscale, sophisticated environment. This establishment has a spectacular whiskey collection with helpful bartenders who know how to throw together a cocktail that your tastebuds will remember.

Despite the dark, moody tones of the interior, the inside is a cozy place to relax and sip while chatting with others. The bar also sells an assortment of cigars and provides an outdoor terrace for those who wish to smoke them while drinking.

20 Mạc Thị Bưởi, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000 | +84 93 131 27 23

The Alley Cocktail Bar & Kitchen

Just as it’s named, this classic cocktail bar with a New York-style speakeasy vibe is located down a small path of Pasteur Street. Inside, you’ll find a small split-level area with the bar on the bottom floor, providing plenty of space to mingle and sip. Boasting an impressive selection of liquor, cocktails are combined with local ingredients to create delicious, southern Vietnamese-inspired drinks.

The Alley Cocktail Bar & Kitchen ‘s modern design includes fixtures made from industrial materials, and their tempting menu of small plates is divine. While happy hour specials are 50% off until 8 pm, make sure to stick around for the live music in the evening.

63/1 Pasteur, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 93 565 39 69

Malt Saigon Bar (Pub)

For a casual night on the town, head to Malt Saigon Bar, which is actually more of an American-style gastropub. Attracting ex-pats and tourists, Malt serves up craft beers, single malt whiskey drinks, cocktails, and tasty home-style pub food like Reuben sandwiches and garlic truffle fries.

There’s always something to do at Malt , as this laid-back establishment offers classic bar amenities including darts and shuffleboards, sometimes even putting on tournaments. Additionally, they also host live music and have special events like a chili cook-off and trivia nights. With a soothing environment and District 1 location, this bar is the ideal place to unwind after a busy day.

46 Mạc Thị Bưởi, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 93 875 40 08

Step back into the 1920s with a visit to Snuffbox , an elegant and themed speakeasy tucked away in a hidden space within District 1. Despite the unassuming exterior, the moment you step inside the bar, you’ll feel as if you’re celebrating the end of prohibition. Promo nights happen on particular days of the week, and there is never a charge to go inside.

Live music happens on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, providing a nice background ambiance between the sounds of sizzles and shakes. The menus at Snuffbox are attractive on their own, as they are rotated based on the time of day. Tuesdays offer a special ladies-only menu of cocktails, while Thursdays feature specially designed bespoke drinks.

If you’re staying in Saigon for an extended period, check out their VIP membership packages for perks and access to invite-only parties.

14 Tôn Thất Đạm, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 94 170 18 88

Rabbit Hole

Head to Rabbit Hole to experience this fun underground watering hole in Saigon’s District 1. Renovated in 2018, the bar is styled to resemble an American-style speakeasy. With dimmed lights and a featured L-shaped counter, this moody bar provides elegant mixology options ranging from traditional drinks to more adventurous ones.

If you don’t want to sit at the bar, a lounge with plush and retro furniture provides a good place to sit and socialize.

Don’t forget to try their signature “Mad Hatter” cocktail on your next stop-in, which was crafted as a play on connecting their bar name to Alice in Wonderland. With daily promos and live jazz music on Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday evenings, Rabbit Hole is a great place to enjoy a fancy cocktail and unwind.

138 Đ. Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 70000 | +84 28 3823 4896

Indika Saigon

Indika Saigon , also known as “The House of Curiosity,” is a trendy place for locals, tourists, and ex-pats that enjoy a temporary escape from daily life. This beautiful property is set up in an old French house at the back of a tiny alley, but its rustic decor and environment only add to its charm.

Dine or drink outside under the trees in its courtyard, or hang out inside between the ancient and attractive stone walls. Not only are the cocktails and beer served here top-notch, but they serve incredible meal options, like their woodfire pizzas.

Aside from alcohol, drink options at this establishment include fresh juices and coffee. Refer to their website or social media to learn about their weekly promos and events, which often have trivia nights and live music. The evening hours are geared more towards drinks and entertainment, so it’s best to go early if you’re hoping to eat before you drink.

43 Nguyễn Văn Giai, Đa Kao, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 710359

If you’re craving South American-inspired tropical drinks and Latin music, head to Carmen Bar . Housing both a full-scale restaurant and bar, the two areas are separate and operate independently. Designed with fun, dazzling decor, the Flamenco music flows through Carmen Bar and is excellent at getting people to let loose on the dance floor.

The rough and ready exterior is complemented by a romantic, dimly lit inside area with a lively ambiance and tasteful furniture.

8 Lý Tự Trọng, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh | +84 90 361 85 77

Ho Chi Minh City is not lacking in the bar scene and caters to drinkers of all styles. The next time you’re craving a perfectly crafted cocktail, freshly brewed beer, or just a relaxing good time, visit one of these choices for a fantastic time out. And if you’re looking specifically for rooftop bars in HCMC , there are plenty of options to choose from!

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Ho Chi Minh City Nightlife: Best Bars & Clubs

Well-known as Vietnam’s largest metropolis, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is an absolute must-visit place on any travel bucket list when you plan a holiday to this beautiful country. Not only attracting visitors for its rich history and culture, nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City is also a part of this memorable trip. Apart from delicious street food , exciting modern sights and other activities by night, the abundance of bars and clubs in this bustling city shows its special place in life of Saigon locals.

Whatever your taste and budget, try at least one of the below legendary Ho Chi Minh City bars and clubs, then you will understand how nightlife in Saigon is.

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1. Apocalypse Now Bar

2. chill sky bar, 3. air saigon (previously as air 360 sky lounge), 4. envy club, 5. lush club, 6. carmen bar, 7. seventeen saloon saigon, 8. game on sports bar, 9. rabbit hole.

Apocalypse Now (Apo) becomes a legend among Ho Chi Minh City’s clubs for the expats and locals because of its 23 years in operation. Coming to Apo is to have delicious drinks as well as to enjoy the warmth and open atmosphere bringing from great music that no other Saigon bar has.

Apocalypse Now Bar comes alive with great music (Source: Apocalypse Now Bar)

There are many layers at Apocalypse Now Bar, from the nautical vibes of the bar, to the neon-clad dance floor, or the palm trees and fairy lights in their bamboo-bordered garden. The club comes alive after 10pm and is pounding with EDM and techno until the early hours of the morning.

Happy hour promos will be from 8-11pm, consisting 50% off for cocktails and beer. Entry is usually free but can be up to 200,000 VND/ person for special events.

Add : 2B Thi Sach, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 28 3825 6124 Opening hours : 7pm – 4am daily

Without a doubt, Chill Skybar is the most exclusive rooftop bar in Saigon with the outdoor entertainment area, the extremely vibrant Lounge area and the most luxurious Fine Dining restaurant in Saigon. Located on the 26th floor of the AB tower, it attracts a lot of international business people, socialites, expats, tourists and wealthy Vietnamese. The view might be the best in the city, especially at the sunset, which coincides with happy hour for all kinds of drinks from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm.

Great views for firework watching in New Year eve from exclusive rooftop of Chill Sky bar (Source: Chill Sky bar)

The bar starts playing down tempo, chill-out music and livening things up around 10 pm with hip hop and dance music when people join to dance in the bar area.

As the top bar in Saigon, its drinks are more expensive, about 10-20 USD for a cocktail. However, if you can afford it and dress appropriately, this place is perfect for a classy drink or a date with cool vibe, great views and photographs.

Add : Rooftop 26th Floor, AB Tower, 76A Le Lai, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 93 882 28 38 Opening hours : 5.30pm – 2.00am daily

Used to be Air 360 Sky Lounge, Air Saigon (name changed after some renovations) is also one of the coolest and most trendy rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City, in competition with its sister venue Chill Sky Bar.

360 degrees panoramic Saigon from Air Saigon’s rooftop bar

Located on top of the Ben Thanh Tower, Air Saigon offers an open 360 degrees panoramic Saigon such as Ben Thanh Market, Opera House City, peaceful Bach Dang Ben or magnificent Bitexco building. With a blend of food, drink, and music, all served in a stylish and vibran setting of multi-level and multi-space venue, you can enjoy Air Dining by the poolside or an indoor lounge and an upper level VIP-area for more privacy.

Happy Hours come from 5.30pm – 8.00pm. From 9.00pm, it is time for the exciting atmosphere of EDM music from famous singers and the hottest DJs in the city or abroad.

Add : Rooftop 22th Floor, Ben Thanh Land tower, 136-138 Le Thi Hong Gam Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 974 587788 Opening hours : 5.30pm – 2.00am daily

Situated in the heart of Ho Chi Minh city, Envy becomes one of the biggest players among clubs in the city due to its great combination with the interior of the lighting and music of an Asian megaclub, a Parisian theatre and the extravagance of a circus.

Envy Club – one of the biggest players among clubs in HCM city (Source: Envy Club)

This club is great place for energetic, creative minded partygoers, music fans and those who love to discover the originality of innovation in art. In an immersive space and elevated 12 meters high ceiling, fully equipped with stage, light & sound system and LED wall, ENVY aims to define itself as the nightlife hotspot in Asia.

All the VIP sections offer the most advantage experience from clear views of the stage to close proximity of all the action to ensure that all guests will get the astonishing experience from its personalize service.

Add : 74 – 76 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 28 39 138 168 Opening hours : 9.30pm – 3.30am

Lush Saigon has been an infamous nightlife spot in Saigon for more than a decade since its establishment in 2004. The venue has 3 areas to cater to different tastes of its savvy clients including Hip-hop-lounge, the EDM room, and Open-bar.

Blazing party atmosphere at Lush Club brings you unforgettable night (Source: Lush Club)

Lush is the first nightclub in Saigon to start weekly Ladies Night events every Tuesday with free-flow selected cocktails before 12am.

If you are ready for an unforgettable night, come and live your fullest life at Lush in a blazing party atmosphere, or sit at the Bar and try out some cocktails while making new friends from all over the world.

Add : 2 Ly Tu Trong Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 91 863 07 42 Opening hours : 9.00pm – 3.00am from Tuesday to Sunday

Next to Lush Club, you will find Carmen Bar which is set back from the street in a Spanish villa standing out from the crowd for its enchanting Latin sounds which is built on the flamboyant foundation of Flamenco music.

Carmen Bar offers a lovely intimate venue and enchanting Latin sounds (Source: Carmen Bar)

The venue features a lovely intimate interior like a wine cellar while the exterior stone wall gives a European feel. Not only having indoor space, the Bar offers outside space in the garden which makes your night out in Saigon more interesting.

Carmen Bar delivers Flamenco music played by a Vietnamese band and this is the perfect quiet bar for travelers looking to unwind after a busy day spent dealing with all the sights and sounds of Saigon.

Add : 8 Ly Tu Trong Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 90 361 85 77 Opening hours : 7.00pm – 1.00am

Located a few hundred metres from Saigon’s main backpacker area on Pham Ngu Lao Street, Seventeen Saloon Saigon is one of the best live music bars in Ho Chi Minh City, hosting two different bands every day. Upstairs are Western songs played by a Filipino band playing and some Vietnamese on request, while downstairs in the main area are for a rock, heavy metal band.

Seventeen Saloon Saigon- one of the best live music bars in HCM city, attracting with the yeeha-style Wild West theme; sexy (Asian) cow girls and beer (Source: Seventeen Saloon Saigon)

Set in the yeeha-style Wild West themed bar, you will resurface at the end of the 19th century, a world of Texas Cowboys, with saddles, sharp pointed boots, sexy (Asian) cow girls and beer while waking inside.

Prices can be a little on the high side but free entry and the live music make it worthwhile.

Add : 103A Pham Ngu Lao Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 28 3914 0007 Opening hours : 7.00pm – 2.00am

Bringing Live & Loud Sports is what Game On is all about to bring to you. Supplying the best live sporting streams since 2013, the Bar covers from English Premier League games to Ultimate Fighting; World Cup to NHL Stanley Cup playoffs; Wimbledon tennis to The Golf Masters; Cricket Test Matches to Major League Baseball.

Game On Sport bar – a great place for those who are sport fans

A lounge space with nice natural light is located in first floor while the second floor is the main bar with many sports action and a nice little balcony overlooking to the street with pretty good views. If you are hungry, worry free as the Bar offers some great food and a great selection of the local and specialty craft beers which are always served icy cold.

Add : 81 – 83 Nguyen Cong Tru Street, Nguyen Thai Binh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 28 6653 9993 Opening hours : 8:00am to 00:00am

As one of hidden bars in Ho Chi Minh City, Rabbit Hole is an underground cocktail bar that its concept refers to the Independence Palace story. No serving any food here but great drinks are for your taste.

Underground cocktail bar with great drinks and relaxing atmosphere at Rabbit Hole

The bar venue is bold American speakeasy with a relaxing atmosphere by gentle dim lights, velvet red curtains like the old speakeasy and a lot of wine bottles on display. The bartender here will be ready to serve you with any classic cocktails or your preference. The Mad Hatter is a must-try!

Most of every week, live jazz performances will be performed here, so don’t hesitate to dip yourself in this ambience and great music of Rabbit Hole.

Add : 138 Nam Ki Khoi Nghia Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel : +84 28 3823 4896 Opening hours : 6:00pm to 2:00am

Having good time with friends while enjoying a drink at quality place & immersing yourself in great music, it is really worth a try. If you plan a holiday to Vietnam , don’t forget to cheer yourself up from the busy daytime at one of the best nightclubs and bars in Saigon. We are here to help you creating great moments during your trip in our beautiful country!

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The 10 Best Bars on Bui Vien Street, Ho Chi Minh City

If you’re unfamiliar with Bui Vien Street, check out our guide here to learn all about this weird and wonderful scene. There’s no other place quite like it. Bui Vien is a playground for degenerates and people with an affinity for questionable choices and a love for late nights out. With so many pubs, bars, and clubs along this one little stretch, you risk spending half your night wandering around to find a party. We at Culture Trip have researched this subject matter thoroughly and here are our findings.

1. happy life 185.

This list is in no particular order — except for this one. It’s been the home of too many good nights for us to be completely unbiased. The staff are all wonderful people who’ve put up with a lot of nonsense. They go out of their way to make sure people are having fun. The best part is they’re open all night, so you can party at whatever pace suits you. Get inside, request some songs, and dance until your legs give out, or just sit outside and chat. Happy Life — or Club 185 to many of its regulars — is a bit of an institution among the many English teachers in the city. You’ll meet interesting people from around the world, and sometimes you’ll even meet some of the worst kinds of people. That’s Bui Vien for you.

Happy Life, 185 Đề Thám, District 1

The one and only 185 Happy Life | © Matthew Pike

2. The View

This one is the odd one out on this list. Think of it as the kid from a horrible family who rose above it all and made something nice and decent for themselves. From high upon a perch over Bui Vien, The View gives one hell of a look at the blocky cement-scape that is downtown Saigon. It’s also one of the few places on Bui Vien where you can get quality cocktails — but you’ll pay for them. The View is probably the nicest place on this list. It’s a great spot if you’re not interested in watching Bui Vien’s seedier bits. Go inside the Duc Vuong Hotel and take the elevator as high as you can go. Then take the stairs up another floor. Enjoy the views.

The View Rooftop Bar, 195 Bùi Viện, District 1 +84 28 3838 6708

3. Bui Vien

When it comes to no-frills drinking on Bui Vien, 96 takes the gold. The family running this little holdout of old school Bui Vien doesn’t hand out smiles to just anyone, but when you get one, you feel like a million dong. With garish beer clubs taking over the whole length of Bui Vien, 96 is where you can experience what Bui Vien used to be — crude, full of weirdos, and a gruff matron who doesn’t put up with any nonsense.

96 Bùi Viện, District 1

As old-school Bui Vien as it gets | © Matthew Pike

5. The Hideaway Bar

Bar, Vietnamese

6. Beer 102 Bui Vien

7. ong cao, craft beer.

Craft beer has finally appeared in Bui Vien. Ong Cao pours some of the best brews the city has to offer — names like Pasteur Street Brewing Company, Fuzzy Logic, Tê Tê and Platinum. Vietnam’s craft beer scene was non-existent just a few years ago, but now it’s spreading like an awesome disease. Gone are the days of just Tiger, 333 and the Saigon beers. Of all the changes happening on Bui Vien, the introduction of craft beer is one we fully support — and you should, too.

Ong Cao, Craft Beer, 240 Bùi Viện, District 1

8. Universal Bar

Universal is a popular spot to watch sports on Bui Vien. They’re open around the clock, so whatever time zone your game is in, Universal will be open.

Universal Pub, 90 Bùi Viện, Phạm Ngũ Lão +84 94 563 24 49

9. T&R Saigon

This bar is a self-proclaimed dive bar, and it fits the bill. It’s dark, dingy, and a bit hard to find because it’s just a hole-in-the-wall down a side street off of Bui Vien. It’s the perfect place to end the night — or to start the morning. Be careful on your way to the bathroom. It’s usually an obstacle course of pool cues, spaced-out dancers, and wobbly drunks.

T&R Saigon, 57 Đỗ Quang Đẩu, District 1

Dark, dingy, full of weirdos… and awesome | © Matthew Pike

10. Bi's Bar

Bonus: the sidewalk.

Once you’ve had your fill of Bui Vien’s deafening music and barely-contained aggression, bring your drink outside and take a seat on the dusty sidewalk to chat and watch the community around you. Grab a snack. Enjoy the scenery. Tourists are one part of the show, but the locals are much more interesting. They’re street smart, aged in an environment where they had to mature very quickly. Chat with some of them to hear the history of Bui Vien. It’s a story of war and astonishing change. Bui Vien is pure humanity — both ugly and endearing.

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Take Your Fancy

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La Fenetre Soleil

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Chill Skybar

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Apocalypse Now

‘Apo’ has been around since 1991 and remains one of the must-visit clubs in town. It's a sprawling place with a big dance floor and a courtyard, and its…

Vespa Sofar

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Air 360 Sky Lounge

Happy hour runs from 5pm to 8pm at this modern sky bar – perfect to make the most of sunset and secure a good discount on the pricey drinks menu. Pâtés,…

Excellent craft-beer bar across the river in District 2. Expect locally brewed beers with irreverent names, plus the best of hoppy, distinctive imported…

Buddha Bar & Grill

Popular expat bar across in District 2 that offers live music most Friday nights from 9pm. Check Buddha Bar's Facebook page to see what's on. Live sports…

From the sinuous curve of the hardwood bar to the smoothly arranged bottles on the shelves, soft chill-out rhythms, funky caramel leather furniture and…

OMG is a decent rooftop bar near Ben Thanh Market that's less pretentious than some other sky bars around town. Beers/cocktails cost from 90,000/160,000d…

Once you’re done chatting in the garden bars, move to the central bar for serious people-watching and arse-shaking. The decor is very manga, with cool…

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2 Lam Son Martini Bar

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Saigon Saigon Bar

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The secret speakeasy bars of Saigon

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While coffee fuels the thumping high-octane energy of Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon in Vietnam, during the day, during the night, Saigonese love to switch up their choice of drink with a cocktail, craft beer, locally brewed beer, or perhaps a gin or two. No matter if it is a Monday work night or a raging weekend, bars are often overflowing onto the streets. But in recent years, the cocktail and creative drinks scene (we are not talking regular beer here) has exploded in Vietnam’s biggest city. Saigonese locals and long-term international expats have set up bars in decaying corridors, unexpected buildings, and simply hidden behind unlabelled doorways. Speakeasies are a gateway into a different side of the heritage heart of Saigon , which is seductive and alluring to locals and travellers alike. So how does one find them? Where does one go? Luckily for you, as a Saigon resident, I handpicked the best of the best to spill the city’s best-kept secrets . Curious? Follow me on  Instagram  and  YouTube  for more adventures!

These unassuming entry points (if you can find them, that is) sometimes even have passwords you need to get in!  Secret speakeasy bars of Saigon heavily play on the 1920s prohibition era, with creative (and tasty) drinks crafted by skilled bartenders who are locally grown as well as a crop of international talent. While I will not share all the local favourite spots, these are epic ones for you to take your first sip into this side of Saigon’s underbelly.

Krystalini Hidden Cocktail Bar 

Address: 2nd Floor, Đ. Nguyễn Huệ, Street, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Finding out the location of a speakeasy is one thing, but if you want to enter it, in this case, the Krystalini Hidden Cocktail Bar is another. First, there is a cool sliding bookshelf. Then a password is required, so make sure you get it so you can enter. The password is, of course, ever-changing, so different nights have different codes. Now you may wonder where one would go even to find the password? A little birdie tells me (ok, from my own experiences at this speakeasy) you get the code by reserving a table. Then a member of the speakeasy will open the door for you to a variety of jazz and delicious cocktails (I usually get the Call Me By Your Name, inspired by the film and book). 

The Iron Bank - Cocktail Vault 

Address: 47 Tôn Thất Đạm, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam 

Why are speakeasies so fun? The Iron Bank - Cocktail Vault is an answer. It may be a bit of a challenge to find, hidden away in a residential apartment that is dimly lit (trust me, the building may look abandoned but is completely safe), but once you find its doors, you will be treated to a cocktail menu with fun spins on its bank theme. From drinks like 'The Investment to Greedy Financier', you will feel like the prohibition era is back in full swing again. 

Apothecary 

Address: 12 Phan Liêm, Đa Kao, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Speakeasies are not just secretive or hidden bars , they are usually designed in left-over buildings or tucked away behind non-descript places. Apothecary is such a speakeasy . The design excuses its name - Apothecary, with old sanitarium equipment as their decor. Do not miss their happy hour (5 pm - 8 pm) to try out more of their signature cocktails . The bartenders here are super passionate about their craft and drinks, and every time I have been here, they are always up for a conversation and to explain to you the process and steps of making the cocktail. 

Apothecary, Hồ Chí Minh City

Rabbit Hole 

Address: 138 Đ. Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 70000, Vietnam 

Alice in Wonderland… Or Alice in Saigon ? This place will make it feel like one of the same fairytales, with a trip falling down into the rabbit hole (aka the basement cave of a restaurant). The ambience is perfectly set at this speakeasy - from soothing classical jazz to old English bands. Now for the star itself - their cocktails are creative concoctions that will one minute make you feel like a Mad Hatter and, with another sip, may make you feel like the Red Queen. Your experience starts as soon as you flip through their artfully designed menu, where a white rabbit literally jumps from one page to the other through a rabbit hole. It is an intimate space, so definitely book a reservation in advance for guaranteed seats. 

Telephone Bar 

Address: 41 Nguyễn Văn Tráng, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam  

Old British red telephone booth in Saigon ? It is quite a strange sight, but not when you find out that these exact telephone booths are your Narnia gateway into the world of the Telephone Bar. You have to step into them, and in order to unlock the door, you have to lift the phone off its old hook. When I first heard of this speakeasy , I tried to look them up on Instagram. Nope - nothing. A Facebook page? Does not exist. I love that their online presence is as discreet as their entryway that stands on a corner of District 1 in Saigon. Upon entering, you will feel like you are in the golden age of pre-war London, with plush leather sofas, mahogany wood panelling, and oh-so-yummy cocktails with British alcohol. 

Ministry of Men

Address: 17 Lê Duẩn Bến Nghé Sofitel Saigon Plaza, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 710545, Vietnam

This is one of my absolute favourite speakeasies in Saigon . The whole vibe and aesthetic of a speakeasy is supposed to teleport you to a different secluded world - one that regular run-of-the-mill bars cannot offer. Ministry of Men is one of these speakeasies that feel like you are a voyageur on a journey into the upper echelon of an old world that has long become a bygone era. Think: Downton Abbey meets Sherlock Holmes, and you will be greeted with cocktails presented in astonishing ways (may I recommend the Marie Curie?). Each cocktail has its own story, which the bartender will enthusiastically share with you upon your first sip. Jay Gatsby would 100% approve! 

Ministry of Men, Hồ Chí Minh City

Me - Drink & Chill (Tamarind Cocktail Bar) 

Address: 33 Nguyễn Trung Trực, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam 

This speakeasy is nestled inside a narrow stairwell from a giant tamarind tree that taps on the bar’s window. It is definitely one of the cosiest speakeasies in Saigon , one that you can go to slip easily into the night. I love the live music that plays on the different nights here, with local bands singing and performing soothing tunes. But do be warned, smoking is allowed here, so if you are not a smoker, then you may have a lingering tobacco scent on you. 

Address: 14 Tôn Thất Đạm, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam 

The first time I ever went to Snuffbox, I thought my friend who took me here may have had other dubious plans for my body since the building looked like it came out of a Soviet-era war-torn place. As I ascended the ramshackle stairwell with crumbling concrete - my first thought of “what even is this place” soon got washed over with “wow, this is a cool adventure”. Where else in South East Asia can you feel like you are a Berlin spy? Upon finding Snuffbox, you are taken into one of the most legendary speakeasies of Saigon. The cocktails are just as fun, some presented in wooden chests, others in Beauty and the Beast like a rose glass dome. 

Refined Saigon

Refined Saigon is in the same abandoned feeling building as Snuffbox, although on a separate floor, making it easy to bar hop - if you can find the spot. By day it is one of the hidden coffee shops of Saigon, but by night it turns into a speakeasy that serves up classic cocktails in an intimate setting. Already a daytime favourite amongst lovebirds and romantics, in the evening, when only cosy twinkling lights are lit - Refined Saigon makes for a great date night speakeasy . It is also a speakeasy with a rare terrace so that you can enjoy the breezy evening air overlooking the State Bank of Vietnam.

Refined Saigon, Hồ Chí Minh City

LOST & FOUND

Address: 19/6 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

The mixologists here are as charming as they are professional and knowledgeable about their cocktails . Sometimes a speakeasy with its dark rooms and cryptic menu names can be intimidating. But the mixologists at Lost & Found are super friendly and welcoming, which adds to the ambience of the speakeasy. I love how playful their drinks are, tapping into the signature tropical flavours of Vietnam (coconut, dragonfruit, jasmine green tea) and infusing them with international ingredients like grenadine, nutmeg, and Angostura bitters. During the day, this hidden gem is all lit up and becomes a coffee shop, so no matter what time of the day you go - you can experience two sides of the same coin. 

Layla - Eatery & Bar

Address: Second floor, 63 Đông Du, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, 700000, Vietnam

If you enjoy a round of pool with your drinks, step right up to the pool table at Layla - Eatery & Bar. You can find this speakeasy, one of the most popular cocktail bars in Saigon, within a fragmented-like building that smacks the middle of District 1. It gets super busy on the weekend, and you can end up waiting for a seat even early in the evening, but the sip-worthy cocktails are worth it. There is also a happy hour for the earlier crowd, which makes it a great way to try more of their wide drinks selection and pair it with their in-house-made bar food. Even though it is usually packed, if you are solo travelling or going out by yourself, I would recommend another speakeasy since Layla’s crowd tends to stick to whichever friend group you have arrived with.

Step one: if you can find them, step two: if you can enter (since some are password required), speakeasies are like a devil’s delight to uncover an imaginary seedy underbelly of Saigon’s nightlife. Sure the prohibition era is long gone (and never happened in Vietnam), but fantasies are fun because they tease the imagination and balance between what is accessible and inaccessible. This is exactly the secret speakeasy bars of Saigon ’s whole vibe. While there are a lot of packed, neon-lit bars on streets like Bui Vien Walking Street, the thoughtfully crafted cocktails hidden away in an obscure location taste even better. Some joints add an air of romance, others add a rush of adventure, but one’s thing is for sure - no matter which speakeasy you go to, you are in for a good time. 

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8 Best Rooftop Bars In Ho Chi Minh With Scenic Views

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is known for its vibrant and dynamic nightlife, making it a must-visit spot for rooftop bars. Each boasts a unique character, from exotic cocktails to top-notch music performances for drinking and partying. Let’s take a look at my favorite rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh to pick out a suitable one for you!

The Lighthouse

If you’re looking for one of the most low-key rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh , The Lighthouse in the heart of District 1 is your go-to spot.

Its classy wooden interior and green vibes on the ceiling will make you feel cozy and incredibly relaxed. Thanks to decorative light, the bar looks more splendid and shimmering at night. 

It has an excellent selection of fabulous cocktails, imported beers, and craft beers. One of my favorite drinks is Te Te craft beer. Its light flavor makes it easier to drink.

Aside from rustic decor and cheap drinks, local and foreign DJs play electronic music from deep house and techno to funky disco beats for those looking for entertainment with their drinks.

Also, you’ll be able to enjoy the 360-degree panoramic views of Ho Chi Minh City. 

Tuesday night is special for women, so you’ll get complimentary cocktails!

Banana Mama Rooftop Bar

Want to experience a completely new bar scene? There’s no place better than Banana Mama .

Located on the 10th floor of the WMC Tower in District 1, the beach-style rooftop bar provides an intimate feel and amazing views over the Saigon skyline. 

The wooden decked terrace will take you away from the noise of Saigon. Here, you can sip on refreshing signature cocktails and mocktails including ‘DIY’ Gin & Tonics, crafted beers, and plenty of nice wine while taking in the pink sky during the amazing sunsets. 

If you’re feeling a little hungry, why not try one of their bar bites? A juicy food selection will make you mouth-watering, with smash burgers and French-inspired bites. 

This tropical and beach-style rooftop oasis is also a hot night spot, where live music on Friday and Saturday nights and plenty of seating outside keeps you entertained. 

And don’t forget to dress up – the rooftop bar has a dress code!

Chill Skybar

Chill Skybar is one of Saigon’s finest rooftop bars on the 25th floor of AB Tower, where you can enjoy magical panorama views of the whole city and Ben Thanh Market in beautiful shimmering lights.

The stylish bar has become an ideal destination for those who look to party in style. 

One signature feature that I love is the modernly furnished terrace with standing tables and the iconic glowing oval bar in the middle.

Here, you can try different styles of drinks, including long drinks, beers, selected wines, and signature cocktails muddled by skillful mixologists.

Additionally, Chill Skybar serves up delectable food options such as sliders, quesadillas, tapas boards, and sharing platters. 

As for entertainment, the atmosphere will become more eventful than ever, with live DJs, popular dance, and hip-hop music.

The bonus is an indoor restaurant called VIGOR Dining Club, where you can savor steak & seafood in a luxurious and romantic way while enjoying the stunning views of the Saigon Skyline through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Keep in mind to book in advance to get a good seat in this sky bar. In particular, this place has a smart casual dress code, so you shouldn’t wear sports clothes, tank tops, or slippers!

Le Café des Stagiaires

Le Café des Stagiaires offers typical European vibes with a stunning view of the Saigon river and the iconic Landmark 81 , the tallest building in Vietnam.

Located in the vibrant and cosmopolitan Thao Dien neighborhood, this French-Belgian riverside rooftop bar boasts chic interiors with dimly lit lights, wooden bench furniture, and colorful pillows. 

From upstairs, open-air rooftop, you can soak in the panoramic cityscape while treating yourself to colorful drinks from famous Belgian beer, crafted cocktails, and a nice selection of wines.

Also, you can find modern European cuisines by Parisian Chef Milan Lam, such as a cold cut platter with cheese, foie gras and liver paté, Steak Frites, and Duck Confit Parmentier.

It’s time for you to harmonize with the pleasant atmosphere! During happy hour opening every day, you can enjoy chill-out sessions with friends. On Friday and Saturday, let’s join vibrant nights where you can feel the live tunes by some of Vietnam’s top local DJs.

Social Club Rooftop

Social Club Rooftop in Saigon is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for a unique experience. Found above the Hotel Des Artes, this glitzy rooftop bar makes me jaw-dropping with the highest rooftop infinity pool.

No matter where you sit, you still enjoy breathtaking views of the Saigon skyline. Note that you can only use the swimming pool when staying at the hostel.

The rooftop terrace at Social Club Rooftop boasts a unique and luxurious setting, including plenty of wooden details and wicker chair bar stools, making it a very natural and clean oasis surrounding the bustling city. 

The drinks selection at Social Club has many flavors, including craft cocktails inspired by French perfumes that tantalize your taste buds. My favorite signature cocktails are Mon Paris and Black Opium, which create a strange flavor in my mouth.

As for the food menu, you can order something new and exciting to satisfy your cravings!

The live music balanced between chill and upbeat gives this bar a venue for winding down and revving up. Unlike other Saigon rooftop bars in this list, you feel more casual with a relaxed dress code.

Rogue Saigon

Hidden on the upper floors of an old building in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Rogue Saigon boasts a breathtaking view of Saigon’s sky towers and a starry sky. Its industrial design makes Rogue the city’s rawest, bare-brick hangout for craft beer lovers.

For drinks, they offer a range of cocktails and shooters that fit any taste or mood. Food-wise, Rogue Saigon serves juicy burgers and small appetizers for those who want to fulfill their stomach!

This speakeasy-style rooftop bar provides live music, DJ nights, and music trivia, making it even more enjoyable.

With such a vibrant, fun, and trendy ambiance, it’s no wonder why this rooftop bar appeals to locals and tourists!

Zion Sky Lounge & Dining

Zion Sky Lounge & Dining is a true gem of the Saigon nightlife experience , where you can soak in incredible panoramas over the Saigon River and cityscape.

Situated in the heart of the buzzing city, Zion Sky Lounge & Dining is perfect for an elegant and relaxing evening with friends and loved ones.

I was impressed by the unique architecture here! A striking steel-and-sandstone structure blending the rust with the contemporary makes it a sophisticated sanctuary. 

While soaking in scenic city views, you can treat yourself to curated liquid like signature cocktails and mocktails. If you want to find something quirky, try one of their flowing bowls.

For those looking for a bite to eat, Zion Sky Lounge & Dining also offers finger-food, European-style food that pairs perfectly with their signature tipples.

At night, the rooftop bar turns into a vibrant and fun-filled venue, where live music and live DJs set a good mood for the place, and the colorful lights change with the beat of the music.

La Moon Rooftop

La Moon Rooftop , located in the Binh An area in District 2, offers a breathtaking 360-degree view and an escape from the hustle and bustle of life.

Perched above the hectic streets below, La Moon features a casual and chill-out rooftop bar with classic cocktails and tasty bites.

The bar, designed in a low-key and charming way, creates a cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxing with a couple of friends and enjoying a romantic night out.

With its extensive menu of classic cocktails, premium wines, and signature mocktails, it’s easy to find something that fits any taste or mood.

If you need something to recharge your energy, they serve bar snacks such as hummus and guacamole with chips. 

To add ambiance to the rustic bar, they put on soft lo-fi music or perform recurring live acoustic sessions. You should take advantage of their unique atmosphere to enjoy a beautiful sunset. 

Ha is an avid traveler and writer with a background in marketing & hospitality. She's lived in a few countries and traveled to more than 30. When she's not traveling or writing, Ha loves trying new recipes.

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Ho Chi Minh has a buzzing nightlife. It is quite possibly the party capital of Vietnam. But if you’re looking for something a little more sophisticated than the pumping bass on the pedestrianised street of Durong Bui Vien, why not try one of the many cocktail bars in Ho Chi Minh. Here’s our list of the best speakeasy bars in Ho Chi Minh, for anyone looking for a stylish night out in Ho Chi Minh with a more exclusive crowd.

What is a speakeasy bar?

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A speakeasy is a bar that illegally sells alcohol. This type of establishment became popular in the USA during prohibition in the 1920s. Today, speakeasy’s are completely legal, but try to capture the essence of the heady romance of the 1920s, offering a little secrecy and subtlety compared to a normal bar.

Ho Chi Minh has a number of speakeasy bars throughout the city. We loved visiting these to get away from the crowds and the regular hum of scooter engines. Here’s the top 5 speakeasy bars that we found in Ho Chi Minh:

The Telephone Bar , found here , we love the entrance to this bar. I’m not sure this flamboyant entrance would have passed muster in the 1920s, but we loved the fun of it regardless. Inside there is a two floored cocktail bar, with a small number of seats.

Expect dark lighting, hushed tones and the chance to order “off menu” based on your favourite cocktail. A bespoke cocktail with a small snack will cost you approx. 300,000 VND (more than $10). That’s quite a high price point for Ho Chi Minh!

How do you get in?

Well, we won’t give the secret away. But think Lady Ga Ga’s most famous hit in 2010.

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It may be pushing it to call Layla Eatery and Bar a “speakeasy”, but it does have a quite concealed entrance as it’s on floor 2 of an otherwise unassuming (scruffy looking) building.

This luxe style bar offers cocktails for 95,000 VND ($4), making it one of the cheapest speakeasy style bars in Ho Chi Minh. Layla also serves snacks and has a fun pool table for guests.

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Firkin Bar, found here in District 1, a stones throw away from the Opera House, would be a great place for a pre-show drink. In fact, Firkin has a happy hour from 18:00 to 20:00 every day with 50% off the signature cocktail of the day.

Firkin bar is known for whisky. Think dark wood panels, cigar smoke rings and an air of masculinity.

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Snuffbox, found here in District 1, is one of the original speakeasy bars in Ho Chi Minh. In fact, it claims to be the first. We liked Snuffbox for the 18:00 to 20:00 drinks deals and the live music available on some nights. You can find the schedule here . Look out for the ladies “free flow” nights on Tuesdays too.

Snuffbox draws in a young crowd looking to let their hair down and party 1920s style. This is one of the livelier cocktail bars in Ho Chi Minh.

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Tamarind Cocktail Bar, sits here in District 1 close to the Reunification palace. As this bar opens at 17:00, it’s the perfect pit stop after a day of visiting the tourist sites of Ho Chi Minh. Despite guidance online there was no happy hour when I visited but they may have it some days.

This place may not be “speakeasy” from the outside, you can clearly see the entrance. But it’s got a 1920s feel on the inside and the live music is great fun. Plus, the cocktail selection is solid and it has a friendly atmosphere.

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Best Bars in Ho Chi Minh City

PUBLISHED May 30th, 2017 06:30 am | UPDATED May 19th, 2020 12:25 am

There’s something for every tipple lover in Ho Chi Minh City’s diverse bar scene. Chic rooftop venue? Vibrant jazz club? Exquisite whisky bar? We’ve got them all on this list.

Chill Skybar

Chill Skybar’s elevated location on the 25th floor of AB Tower makes it a great venue for sipping cocktails while taking in panoramic vistas of the city. A strictly enforced dress code brings in a trendy, fashionable crowd that matches up with the venue’s ultra-stylish interior. While the drinks selection is rather limited, Chill makes up for it with its cool vibes and dance floor, which gets packed on the weekends with the city’s trendsetters, fashionistas and celebs looking to groove to hip hop beats.

Chill Skybar is located at 76A Le Lai, District 1, Rooftop of AB Tower, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 93 882 2838. Open 5.30pm – 2am on Sun-Thurs and 5.30pm – 4am on Fri-Sat.

Sax n’ Art Jazz Club

Jazz music lovers will enjoy a night out at Sax n’ Art Jazz Club, where classic jazz pieces are given a tropical twist several nights each week by the Sax N’ Art Band and owner Tran Manh Tuan, who is an accomplished saxophonist himself. A variety of local and international acts take the stage on other nights of the week, adding on to the venue’s vibrant ambience.

Sax n’ Art Jazz Club is located at 28 Le Loi Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3822 8472. Open 6pm – 12am daily.

Snuffbox Lounge

Describing itself as a “1920s themed speak-easy lounge celebrating the end of Prohibition”, Snuffbox is a venue that boasts dimly lit interiors, a curious collection of curios, 1920s-esque events and a blink-and-you-miss-it entrance tucked away in a grungy building. It’s the perfect hangout for nights where you feel like sipping drinks in a hidden venue, to a playlist of house, dub and electronic music. Snuffbox switches things up with live jazz music on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.  

Snuffbox Lounge is located at 14 Ton That Dam, Floor 1 District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 94 170 1888. Open 5pm – 3am daily.

La Fenetre Soleil

During the day, La Fenetre – as it is usually known – is a chic café that dishes out tasty Indonesian fare, cakes, coffees and other café staples. Come evening, the venue takes on a different character altogether, transforming into a cosy yet vibrant bar that hosts salsa dance nights and live music acts.  

La Fenetre Solei is located at 44 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3824 5994. Open 10am – 12am daily.

Named after Yoko Ono, this charming acoustic bar draws a crowd of hipsters and professionals with its warm, friendly ambience, cosy wood-dominated interior and affordably priced drinks. Made for musicians and music lovers, the venue comes alive every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night when musicians take the stage to play a wide-ranging variety of music – from pop and blues, to jazz, indie and groovy rock tunes.  

Yoko Cafe is located at 22A Nguyen Thi Dieu, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3933 0577. Open 8am – 12am daily.

The combination of dark wood interiors and warm lighting lend 2 Lam Son an elegant atmosphere, while dance-style music playing over the sound system completes the ambience. Grab one of the seats that encircle the bar to catch the bartenders in action, or opt for one of the hidden, nestled away booths for a more intimate night out. Choose from a comprehensive menu that lists wines, premium spirits, cocktails, as well as local and imported beers.  

2 Lam Son is located at 2 Lam Son Square, Park Hyatt Saigon, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3824 1234. Open 9.30pm – 12.30am, Tues-Sat.

Level 23 Nightspot and Wine Bar

Start your evening on the right (stylish) note at Level 23. Set on 23rd floor of Saigon Sheraton, you’ll make your way past the grand looking wood and marble elevators. The bar’s immaculate, open air interior feels spacious and breezy, and offers dazzling views out to Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon River. Sip a beverage, nibble on noshes and soak up the bar’s glamorous vibes.

Level 23 Nightspot and Wine Bar is located at Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers, 88 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3827 2828. Open 12pm – late daily.  

BiaCraft’s relaxed, streetside setting makes it a great hangout for lazy moments where you’re looking to unwind with beers, noshes, friendly banter and people watching. Try one of the draft beers available and pair it up with beer bites like southern buttermilk wings, fries (the version here comes topped with melted cheese, jalapenos and fried onions), or a hearty burger. You won’t be limited to draft beers – the fridge comes packed with ciders, sparkling ales and upmarket brews to suit a variety of tastes and budgets. New additions are made to the beverage list on a regular basis to keep things interesting for beer lovers.

BiaCraft is located at 90 Xuan Thuy St, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3744 6863. Open 3pm – 11pm on Mon-Thur and 11am – 11pm on Fri-Sun.

The First Bar

The First Bar is a place made for whisky lovers; the spirit is featured prominently on the menu – from Scottish single malt and bourbon to Japanese whisky and blends. That said, come by even if you aren’t a whisky fan; the extensive menu caters to diverse tastes with a good selection of spirits, wines, beers and cocktails. The skilled bartenders here make a mean concoction, and drinks that come with our recommendations are the Moscow Mule and the signature smoky martini. And don’t forget about food – while a good variety of cuisines are available, the stars of the show here are the Japanese dishes.

The First Bar is located at 23 Huynh Thuc Khang St., Ben Nghe Ward, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 3821 4460. Open 11am – 2pm and 5pm – 1am daily.

Urban Kitchen + Bar

Exposed brick walls, cavernous interiors and deconstructed lighting give Urban Kitchen + Bar a distinctly industrial vibe. This is the to-go place for days where you’re craving quality, stick-to-your-ribs fare with drinks. Savour some of the tastiest plates of Mexican, Italian and Asian plates dished out of the kitchen. Round out your night with a selection of beers, wines, cocktails and house pours as the venue morphs into a laidback bar in the evening.

Urban Kitchen + Bar is located at 18 Ngo Van Nam, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, p. +84 8 6250 6363. Open 11am – 12am on Mon-Fri and 10am – 12am on Sat-Sun .

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Drinks with a View: 10 Best Rooftop Bars in Ho Chi Minh City

Last updated: November 23, 2017 - Written by Jessica Norah 50 Comments

We love to find places that offer good views of a new city and the rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City provided not only an excellent opportunity to get a good orientation to the city, but also the chance to savor some delicious cocktails. Ho Chi Minh City, often still referred to as Saigon, is a booming city on the rise—quite literally! You’ll see the shorter historical French colonial buildings next to giant sleek glass-and-steel skyscrapers throughout the downtown area making for an interesting city landscape. We discovered that there are essentially two places to look for good rooftop bars in the city: hotels (old and new) and business towers. You have a wide array of choices from historical colonial-era hotels to up-and-coming glitzy nightspots, depending on whether you feel like contemplating the war-era days of Graham Greene or hanging with hipsters in a modern lounge. You can also have your choice of views from sweeping big city views to broad riverfront views to intimate street-level views, and the views change dramatically from day to night. We only had a few days in the city so we couldn’t sample all the rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City (sad I know), but we did get around to several and we’ll also list all the others we considered! Without further ado here is our list of 10 rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City offering both drinks and great views of the city. The majority are clustered near each other in District 1 (although check the address listed) and they are listed in alphabetical order by the name of the hotel or tower they occupy.

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The Best Rooftop Bars in Ho Chi Minh City

Here are 10 of the best rooftop bars in Ho Chi MInh City, list in no particular order: 

1. A & B Tower – Chill Sky Bar

Address:  76 Le Lai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3827 2372    Website:  www.chillsaigon.com

The Chill Sky Bar offers views from the 27th floor of the A & B Tower in a hip and contemporary setting. A bit away from many of the other rooftop bars in District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City, the popular Chill Skybar offers sweeping views of the financial district and the chaotic Ben Thanh traffic circle. The bar does have a “smart casual” dress code so make sure you wear closed toed shoes (shorts may also be prohibited but seems they may be easing on that rule after multiple complaints from shorts-wearing visitors).

2. Bitexco Financial Tower – Heli Bar

Address:  2 Hai Trieu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (entrance to Skydeck located at 36 Ho Tung Mau Street) Phone:  (84 8) 6291 8752    Website:  www.bitexcofinancialtower.com

If you want to feel like you are on top of the world, head to the Bitexco Financial Tower which is one of the tallest buildings in Ho Chi Minh City. This modern skyscraper was built by Ecuadorian architect Carlos Zapata and was designed to resemble a lotus bud (you be the judge). If you are looking for intimate views or colonial-era cachet, you won’t find any of that here, but if you are looking for spectacular 360 degree sweeping views of the city in a contemporary setting, you can’t get much better than those at the 52nd floor Heli Bar which is named for the large helipad that juts out of the building. In addition to the Heli Bar, you can also dine at the 51st floor EON 51 or head to the Saigon Skydeck on the 49th floor. The  Saigon Skydeck  requires an entrance fee but may be a good way to get top-of-the-world views for families and those who are not interested in a drink or meal.  

3. Broma 

Address:  41 Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3823 6838 Website:  facebook.com/bromabar

Officially named Broma: Not a Bar, don’t worry this place still serves up drinks. The hip but casual little bar occupies the fourth floor of an old French colonial building and its open lounge offers some good views of the city streets and the Bitexco Financial Tower. Broma offers cocktails, over 30 varieties of beer, food, and regularly hosts live entertainment and themed music dance parties.

4. Caravelle Saigon – Saigon Saigon Bar

Address:  19-23 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3823 4999   Website:  www.caravellehotel.com

Opening in 1959, the grand sweeping views offered by the 10th floor rooftop Saigon Saigon Bar, the tallest at the time it was built, soon became not only a fashionable place for drinks, but would become a safe lookout point for foreign correspondents in wartime Vietnam. While wholly renovated and no longer the tallest building in town, the Saigon Saigon Bar still evokes a bit of the historic flair of Old Saigon and offers great views of the city, including the Notre Dame Cathedral (the one in HCMC, not Paris!). We were actually drawn to the Caravelle Saigon hotel not for its famous rooftop bar, but for its recently revamped afternoon tea menu at the ground floor lobby lounge named Café de l’Opera which offers good intimate views of the Opera House and Lam Son Square.

5. Centec Tower – Shri Restaurant & Lounge

Address:  72-74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3827 9631   Website:  www.shri.vn

The modern Shri Bar sits atop of the Centec Tower on the border between District 1 and District 3 of Ho Chi Minh City. While you can also eat at the stylish restaurant, Shri offers a separate open-air terrace seating area for non-diners and offers great 23rd floor views of the Reunification Park area. 

6. Grand Hotel – Grand Café

Address: 8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3915 5555 Website: www.grandhotel.vn

This 20th floor rooftop bar is a great place for coffee during the afternoon and drinks in the evening which also come with live piano performances. Built in 1930, the Grand Hotel is one of the oldest of the historic hotels in Ho Chi Minh City and like many of the historic hotels in town, the Grand Hotel added a new wing and it is here you’ll find the 20th floor hotel bar. The views here include the downtown and the river, which is unique as most of the hotels do not offer river views (see Hotel Majestic).

7. Hotel Majestic – Breeze Sky Bar and M Bar

Address:  1 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3829 5517 Website:  w ww.majesticsaigon.com.vn

The Hotel Majestic sits alongside the riverfront and was one of the first buildings visitors would have seen when arriving by ship to old Saigon. Opened in 1925, this is another of the old colonial era hotels in the city and it offers two bars with great Saigon River views: the 5th floor Breeze Sky Bar and the 8th floor M Bar. The Breeze Sky Bar offers food and drinks all day while the M Bar offers late afternoon and evening drinks, snacks, and live entertainment. While these bars are very low to the ground compared to those in the more modern hotels, they offer some of the best views of the river and riverfront. We had drinks at the Breeze Sky Bar during the afternoon and while the river views are not exactly beautiful (more industrial) we enjoyed watching the slow river traffic and soaking up a bit of that colonial-era atmosphere. 

8. Rex Hotel – Rooftop Garden Bar

Address:  141 Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3829 2185   Website:  www.rexhotelvietnam.com

The Rex Hotel has strong associations with the Vietnam-American War. The first hotel guests were actually U.S. Army soldiers and the rooftop bar would serve as a popular hangout for military personnel and war correspondents. Nightly war-related briefings, known as the “Five o’ clock Follies”, were held at 5pm at the Rex Hotel and the hotel was used as the location for the press conference announcing the reunification of Vietnam in 1976. The Rooftop Garden Bar is a large rooftop terrace occupying the 5th floor of the hotel and offers some great close-up views of the street life in the area. The Rex has a bit of a Las Vegas feel to me, but the bar is open 24 hours a day, making it a great choice for those wanting to visit at any time of the day or night.

9. Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers – Level 23 Wine Bar

Address:  88 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3827 2828 Website:  www.sheratonsaigon.com

The Sheraton’s Level 23 Wine Bar offers a sleek setting, an extensive drink menu, and big sweeping 180 degree views of downtown Ho Chi Minh City. One of the highest bars in the city, this 23rd floor view offers a look at both the short old colonial buildings and the sleek tall modern skyscrapers such as the giant Bitexco Financial Tower. We really enjoyed the evening views from here as you could see all the buildings lit up at night.

10. Windsor Plaza Hotel – Top of the Town Bar

Address:  18 An Duong Vuong Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City  Phone:  (84 8) 3833 6688   Website:  www.windsorplazahotel.com

If you want to check out some good views from outside District 1, you can check out the Top of the Town Bar at the Windsor Plaza Hotel. Located in District 5, this 25th floor bar offers 360 degree views of the District 5 area.

If you are heading to Vietnam, don’t pass up the chance to catch some great and unique views of the city from up high at one of the many rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City. Have you been? Have any recommendations for rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City we missed or personal reviews of the ones we mentioned? As always, we’d love to hear from you!

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Johnathan Post author

October 23, 2018 at 10:13 pm

Excellent article, I’ve been looking for this info on HCMC rooftop bars for my trip to Vietnam next month!

Jessica & Laurence Norah Post author

October 26, 2018 at 3:35 am

Hi Johnathan, Glad you found the information you were looking for and hope you enjoy the bars in Ho Chi Minh City, and have a great trip to Vietnam! Best, Jessica

Kate S Post author

January 29, 2019 at 6:13 pm

My favorite is Sunland hotel rooftop bar

Merlin John Post author

July 10, 2017 at 6:12 am

I was planning for a trip outside my country and your guide to bars in Saigon is very helpful. Thanks!

Aaron Post author

September 4, 2016 at 4:56 am

Hi, nice collections on rooftop bars. Which rooftop do you recommend for a nice view and a pleasant atmosphere, some where that has no loud music.

travelcats Post author

September 4, 2016 at 7:34 am

Hi Aaron, Glad you found our HCMC rooftop bar list helpful. It has been a few years since I was in Saigon, but I would suggest maybe the Caravelle, Sheraton, or the Bitexco Financial Tower Heli Bar. On this list I would specifically avoid Rex and Broma because they both tend to have louder music. Sometimes the others can be loud too if they are crowded or have special entertainment but all are likely going to be quieter if you avoid weekends and if you go earlier in the day/evening you may have the bar mainly to yourselves. Also most of these bars have both outdoor and indoor seating areas so you can usually find some quieter spots. Chill Sky Bar may also be a good option, and I would also recommend the bars at Hotel Majestic – they don’t have as good of views as some of the others but tend not to be packed and we enjoyed the vibe there. Good luck and note that several of these are within walking distance or quick cab distance so it is easy to go from one to the other if one is too loud. Best, Jessica

Keith Valentina Post author

August 7, 2015 at 7:38 pm

Looking down Saigon from Bitexco is a should- try experience at night. From here, you can zoom out all below buildings, constructions: Thu Thiem tunnel, Dragon Wharf, Vincom, East West revenue, etc. (source from http://saigon-online.net/?p=2576 )

August 11, 2015 at 11:52 am

Hi Keith, thanks for sharing that advice about the view from Bitexco Financial Tower!

Shikha (whywasteannualleave) Post author

July 30, 2014 at 5:07 am

I went to Vietnam for the first time last year but because of time restraints, didn’t make it to HCMC but I would love to return and see it and I love rooftop bars and beautiful views – the views from the Sheraton especially look amazing! Thanks for these tips!

August 4, 2014 at 3:23 pm

HCMC was probably not our favorite place in Vietnam, but a visit to this city is a must as it is really the throbbing heart of this country in many ways. When you get there some day, check out some of the rooftop bars!

Kim Post author

February 25, 2015 at 4:30 pm

Hi, we are going to Vietnam in May, can’t decide to have 3. Notes Hoi an and 3 notes Nha Trang then end it with 3 nites hcmc, it’s really the Hoi An and Nha Trang part any ideas and recommendations on accomm about 3 or 4 star. Kim thanks

February 26, 2015 at 6:13 pm

Hi Kim, I think 3 nights in HCMC will give you a taste of the city. Three nights I think should also be good in Hoi An as long as you plan some outdoor stuff or day trips outside of the city as the town is not too big and quite crowded with tourists during the day (see our post for Hoi An day trip ideas ). Nha Trang is probably only worth a 2 night stay and I would consider perhaps considering spending the extra day in the Mekong Delta area or Dalat. As far as hotels, we stayed at the Six Senses outside Nha Trang but it is very expensive and outside of the town, but you might consider the Evason Ana Mandara which is centrally located and run by the same management company. In Hoi An we stayed in the historic Ving Hung 1 Heritage Hotel which we liked but may be a bit noisy or hot for some. There are several 3 and 4 star hotels and resorts along the riverside which seemed nice when we were walking around. Good luck on your trip to Vietnam and let me know if you have any further questions! Jessica

Thanis Post author

December 12, 2015 at 4:07 am

I’ll be doing a Vietnam tour and will definitely check out some of the RoofTop Bars you mentioned in this article. Any good suggestions for good roof top bars for Hoi An and Hue? Not much information about these two for rooftop bars.

December 13, 2015 at 5:54 am

Hi Thanis, yes, I hope you enjoy some of the rooftop bars we explored in HCMC. I’m afraid I don’t really have any good recommendations for Hoi An or Hue as we didn’t visit any bars in either of these cities. Hoi An is a much smaller historical city and there are not many tall buildings here, but you should be able to still find some riverside terraces with nice views of the river but don’t expect great heights. You might also try a cruise and some serve alcohol. I am less sure about Hue as I was only there for a day or two but it is larger than Hoi An so you might have better luck with rooftop bars there. In Vietnam, you’ll find tall buildings with good rooftop views in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, as well as a few of the other larger cities like Da Nang and Nha Trang. Enjoy your tour of Vietnam and feel free to report back with your favorite bars! ~ Jessica

Wesley Travels Post author

July 18, 2014 at 9:46 am

I loved the Rex Hotel rooftop bar it was definitly one of my favorite bars in Ho Chi Minh

July 20, 2014 at 10:55 am

Rex certainly has a lot of history related to the Vietnam-American War. I found it to have a bit of Las Vegas kitsch to it but definitely a great bar!

Adelina // Pack Me To Post author

July 17, 2014 at 4:47 pm

Rooftop bars are too cool! I can’t think of any here in Vancouver. These ones definitely have great views of the city.

July 20, 2014 at 10:54 am

Interesting that Vancouver doesn’t have many rooftop bars. I guess you’ll have to visit some when traveling!

Carla Post author

July 16, 2014 at 7:32 am

I’ve never even thought about visiting Vietnam but it looks gorgeous! The Bitexco Financial Tower has a really interesting shape to it.

July 20, 2014 at 10:51 am

Yes, it does. Supposed to be a budding lotus flower but I am not sure I see it:) But it definitely dominates the skyline in the city and is pretty lit up at night.

Lauren Post author

July 15, 2014 at 5:35 pm

I want to go to all of them! The views are fantastic and I love the pictures of the drinks.! I want them right now! 🙂

July 20, 2014 at 10:50 am

You should plan a week in Ho Chi Minh City and try all 10, haha!

Ming Post author

July 14, 2014 at 7:46 pm

I like how the rooftop bar scene in Southeast Asia seems to have caught on in a big way in recent years. I haven’t even started checking out the ones here in Malaysia (where I live) and now I hear about all these fantastic ones in Vietnam–the Heli Bar one looks especially enticing!

July 20, 2014 at 12:03 pm

Hi Ming, actually rooftop bars have been popular here for a long time, especially with international guests! The ones at the Caravelle and Rex for instance date from the 1950s and 1960s. These historic hotels used to be the highest until all the new hotels and business towers were built later.

Carmen @ CarmensTravelTips Post author

July 13, 2014 at 6:40 pm

Wow, what a great collection of hotels. Some of these have amazing views from the rooftops. I haven’t been to Vietnam yet but it’s on my bucket list.

July 20, 2014 at 11:42 am

Yes, if looking for rootop bars or restaurants, hotels and tall business towers are often the places to look! This was especially the case here in Ho Chi Minh City.

Agness Post author

July 13, 2014 at 6:22 pm

Your drinks look very nice! 🙂 Omomomomom! This view… changes everything. You are so lucky to stay there!

July 20, 2014 at 11:34 am

Yeah, great drinks and views:) We actually didn’t stay at any of the hotels on the list just visited a few of them for drinks but would love to go back and stay as well!

Christa Thompson Post author

July 13, 2014 at 4:22 pm

Okay so now I need a cocktail! Thanks for reminding me lol. Great idea for a post. I think this would certainly prove valuable for anyone heading there. I had to tweet it 😉

Thanks for the tweet Christa!

Amy Lynne Hayes Post author

July 13, 2014 at 3:16 pm

I absolutely adore a good rooftop bar!! Especially on a warm summer night, with a cool breeze. Have yet to go to Vietnam, but when that day comes, I will be referring back to this list!

July 20, 2014 at 11:33 am

Thanks Amy, we agree and hope you get to Vietnam some day! Lots of good rooftop bars to entice you to visit:)

Seana Turner Post author

July 13, 2014 at 1:27 pm

I love a rooftop restaurant or bar – there is something very empowering about having a long, sprawling view. I don’t have that at home as we are surrounded by tall trees, so it always makes me want to take a deep breath. That photo of the Bitexco tower is amazing. Wow!

July 20, 2014 at 11:28 am

Whether a rooftop view or not, we also just love eating at places with scenery, even if it is just a picnic bench with a good view! Makes for an enjoyable dining experience when you have great atmosphere.

Jenn @ Two Weeks in Costa Rica Post author

July 13, 2014 at 11:40 am

There’s no better city view than from a roof top bar! All these places look great but I’m most intrigued by the Caravelle- so much history there with Vietnam. Glad to find you through Sunday Traveler!

July 20, 2014 at 11:27 am

We really enjoyed the Caravelle, the bar is very nice and we also had afternoon tea on the ground floor which has a nice view of the Saigon Opera House and the Continental Hotel.

Johlet Post author

July 13, 2014 at 10:04 am

Wow all these places look amazing!!! Love this line-up!

July 20, 2014 at 11:26 am

Amazing that there are so many great places in Saigon!

Mandie @ RamblingMandie Post author

July 13, 2014 at 9:04 am

After living in Las Vegas for awhile I am a HUGE fan of rooftop bars. Drinks are always better with a view. Vietnam is the next trip I’m planning (while in the middle of this one haha) so I’ll definitely bookmark this. 🙂

July 20, 2014 at 12:01 pm

Let us know if you have any questions as you plan your trip to Vietnam. We just spent about 2 weeks there.

Corinne Post author

July 13, 2014 at 7:19 am

Jessica, I love a sundowner or drink with a view as well. So relaxing. I haven’t been to any of these places, because we really backpacked Vietnam….maybe next time!

July 20, 2014 at 12:00 pm

Drinks with a view are so great. Yeah, drinks can be pricey but you can still find good deals in Vietnam even at the nice hotels. We also did fruit juices and sodas at some and our Vietnamese friend ordered tea. So you can really pay very little to spend time enjoying these views.

Katie Post author

July 13, 2014 at 7:07 am

I’m a HUGE fan of a rooftop anything – I love views! Your night views from the Sheraton were fantastic, and I really liked the river views from Hotel Majestic. Vietnam is at the top of my list, when I make it there I will definitely check these out!

July 20, 2014 at 11:58 am

We enjoyed both of those bars. I would recommend visiting the Majestic bars during the day and the Sheraton for sunset and evening.

Sabina Post author

July 13, 2014 at 5:38 am

Normally you’d visit a destination first and then look for rooftop bars, but you’re totally making me wanna visit Ho Chi Minh City based on its rooftop bars alone! I’m a huge rooftop bar enthusiast but in London that’s a very expensive hobby! Loved this post & Chill Sky bar is so on my to-do list now! 🙂

July 20, 2014 at 11:56 am

Who says you can’t choose a destination based on its rooftop bars? haha. The great think about Vietnam is that drinks are still reasonably prices (compared to U.S. and Western Europe) and some of the places offer happy hours.

Emma Post author

July 13, 2014 at 5:10 am

Love Vietnam, and this post bought back some happy memories, not least because I got engaged in the roof top bar of the Caravelle! 😀

July 20, 2014 at 11:54 am

Oh wow, Emma! We enjoyed the Caravelle but it must really have a lot of meaning to you!

Caitlyn Post author

July 13, 2014 at 4:32 am

What a nice collection! I spent some time in HCMC last year and went to a different rooftop bar pretty much every night, it was a nice little tradition by the end. The Sheraton was my favourite 🙂

July 20, 2014 at 11:51 am

We enjoyed the Sheraton bar a lot as well. It was particularly great in the evening to see the skyline and all the buildings lit up.

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Chill Skybar offers a wide range of premium spirits, champagne, and wines carefully curated to complement various dishes, providing an opportunity to explore different styles. Indulge in our delectable bar snacks, thoughtfully prepared with distinctive flavors, ensuring an exceptional experience for all.

• Opening hours: 17:30 – 00:30, Monday – Sunday.
• Address: AB Tower, 76A Le Lai Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Contact: 0938822838

Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar

Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar is a stylish and historically significant establishment. It was a popular spot, known as one of the most breezy rooftop bars for American reporters during the Vietnam War, offering breathtaking views of the city skyline, including the Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Cathedral.

Guests can enjoy a magical sunset while sipping on their own brewed beer, the Caravelle Terrace Draft. The menu also offers a variety of food options, ranging from sliders and platters to Vietnamese dishes like Wagyu Beef Burger and Spring Rolls.

With fast and very Vietnamese kind service and live music entertainment by either a Cuban band or a DJ, Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar is a renowned destination among the top rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City, well worth a visit.

• Opening hours: 16:00 – 01:00, Monday – Sunday.
• Address: 10th floor of Hotel Caravelle, 19 – 23 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Contact: 02838234999

Level 23 Wine Bar At Sheraton Saigon Hotel

Wine Bar on Level 23 at Sheraton Saigon Hotel offers a delightful ambiance with its breezy atmosphere, lush greenery, warm wood tones, and pops of turquoise colors. It is the perfect place to unwind after a long day of meetings, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail while relaxing with friends, or find a little romance as you soak in the open air and admire the perfect romantic night.

Don’t miss out on the exclusive offers available throughout the week at Wine Bar. On Monday Madness, you can enjoy a “Buy 1 Get 1” offer for selected cocktails, beer, and wine by the glass throughout the entire night. From Wednesday to Sunday, there is a 50% discount during Happy Hour from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM.

• Opening hours: 17:00 – 00:00, Monday – Sunday.
• Address: 80 Dong Du, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Contact: 028 3827 2828.

M Bar At Hotel Majestic Saigon

The M Bar is renowned for its delicious craft beers, dinner cruise along the Saigon River, and enchanting live performances from bands in the bright light every night at 8:00 p.m. Considered one of the top ten rooftop bars in the city, it is a must-visit destination for friends and family looking to enjoy the vibrant Saigon nightlife.

One of the bar’s standout cocktails is the “Majestic 1925,” a signature drink that pays homage to the Golden Age of Saigon. With a delightful blend of orange and cinnamon-infused Bourbon, Campari, the Majestic 1925 is a true masterpiece. At M Bar, guests can indulge in delectable dishes while immersing themselves in the bar’s unique and captivating lively atmosphere.

• Address: 8th floor of the New Wing, 01 Dong Khoi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Contact: (84 28) 3829 5517

Dance The Night Away

Let’s move on with the next section about some popular clubs in Ho Chi Minh City, where people can put on their dancing shoes, listen to hip-hop music, and enjoy Ho Chi Minh City nightlife on the dance floor.

Apocalypse Now – Best Ho Chi Minh City Nightlife Choice!

Apocalypse Now is one of the most legendary night clubs in Saigon, renowned for its safety and popularity among tourists for the past 23 years. People visit Apo not just for drinks, but to socialize and experience the warm and welcoming atmosphere that not a bar in Ho Chi Minh City can provide. This has also been a favorite spot for all the international DJs.

If you feel lonely, just head upstairs to Apocalypse Now, where the live music bars and the iconic names from the past like The Smiths, Bon Jovi, and Wham… accompany you, along with the warm taste of cocktails that will warm your heart.

• Opening hours: 20:30 – 03:00, Monday – Sunday.
• Address: 2B Thi Sach, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Contact: 0799 741 261

When it comes to the best nightlife dance floor in District 1 for genuine gamers, perhaps everyone knows Oslo Club. This place often attracts foreign guests, celebrities, and “famous” tycoons of Saigon. Oslo Club’s menu is very diverse from beer, light wine, and spirits to Cocktails to suit many people’s tastes. In addition, Oslo also has side dishes, fruits, and VIP combos.

Besides, Oslo Club also spends heavily to invite leading singers and international DJs to perform live music here such as Miu Le, HIEUTHUHAI, Lona Kieu Loan, Karik, DJ Wukong, DJ Bunny, DJ Cheez, DJ Datsik,…

• Opening hours: 21:30 – 05:00, Monday – Sunday
• Address: 38 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Contact: 0937 031 177

Go To Overnight Coffee Shops

If you’re looking for a place to work or hang out late at night, Ho Chi Minh City has a variety of overnight coffee shops to choose from. These cafes offer a cozy and quiet atmosphere, perfect for getting work done or simply relaxing with friends.

Thuc Coffee

A night coffee in bustling Ho Chi Minh City, a pioneer with a 24/7 coffee service model, aiming for pure, clean, and safe product lines with a quiet space, full amenities, served morning and night, with a rich menu of drinks, diligent and dedicated service staff, and safe service. Thuc Coffe is absolutely perfect to stay up all night with you.

Thuc Coffee has become a familiar destination for all ages from work, and study to dating or simply a place to stop to see more clearly the movements of this magnificent Saigon. Salted Milkfoam Coffee or Matcha Kafé is highly recommended to try.

• Opening hours: 24/7
• Address: 37 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

Den Da Coffee

Den Da Coffee is a coffee-dessert-tea concept shop, besides the retro interior that holds the spirit of Saigon in the 90s, known as one of the most popular dessert-toast spots in town. There are currently five stores in Ho Chi Minh City and 2 stores in Da Nang.

Vietnamese coffee is well-known all over the world as a strong bold flavor, Den Da offers that original taste to the customers. Besides, Fresh tea leaves and coffee beans from the Viet farmers, embrace the best texture and taste of signature Viet taste.

• Address: 11 Le Van Sy Street, Ward 10, Phu Nhuan, Ho Chi Minh City.

Snob Coffee

This cafe boasts a spacious and visually pleasing interior that’s perfect for relaxation. It offers a variety of beverages and snacks, and its design is truly eye-catching. You can enjoy a refreshing iced black coffee for as low as 35,000 VND, which is approximately 1.5 USD.

The restaurant operates 24/7 and is ideal for groups of up to 8 people. Please note that outside food is not permitted, so kindly refrain from bringing your own. Rest assured, the establishment provides security guards to watch over your motorbikes.

The menu here is diverse, catering to various tastes. You’ll find an array of teas, matcha, ice-blended drinks, and smoothies, all available in two sizes: Small (S) and Medium (M). The reasonably priced beverages range from 35,000 VND to 65,000 VND, equivalent to 1.5 USD to 2.7 USD.

• Address: 185 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

Exploring Night Markets & Late-Night Eats

Well-known for Ho Chi Minh City nightlife, night markets offer a wide range of products, local Vietnamese street food and cheap drinks. Here are some of the most popular night markets with local culture in the whole city.

Ben Thanh Market – Phan Boi Chau Night Market

Situated in District 1, this night market in Ho Chi Minh City operates from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM, offering visitors a miniature version of Saigon. Here, you’ll discover a diverse array of items, including clothing, handbags, and handmade souvenirs. Moreover, the market boasts mouth-watering food courts where you can savor famous specialties from various regions of the country.

Ba Chieu Night Market

Situated in Binh Thanh District, Ba Chieu Night Market stands as one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most ancient markets. Operating from 5:00 PM till late into the night, this bustling market offers a wide range of products at local-friendly prices. From T-shirts and shorts to comfortable flip flops, you’ll find it all here. Additionally, food enthusiasts can savor delectable street food dishes like chicken sticky rice and char siu sticky rice, making it a must-visit for those looking to experience the authentic flavors of Saigon.

Walking Through Bui Vien Walking Street

Bui Vien Street, also known as “Western Street” (Pho Tay), is a backpacker district in Ho Chi Minh City that offers a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, live music pubs, and rooftop bars.

Before becoming a walking street, Bui Vien Street was a popular destination for backpackers to have fun, try unfamiliar cuisines, and explore new places during their trip to Ho Chi Minh City.

What Is The Bui Vien Walking Street?

Bui Vien is a go-to destination for foreign tourists and Saigonese young generation for nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City, making it a crowded multi-ethnic street with visitors from all over the world.

This walking street aims to diversify forms of night entertainment activities for tourists and residents. There will be street art performances, and ethnic and contemporary music, to satisfy public mental needs and facilitate interactions with non-Vietnamese friends and world cultural integration.

What To Eat At Bui Vien Street?

Many restaurants and eateries have sprung up in Bui Vien Street. No vehicles are allowed in Bui Vien Street between 7:00 PM and 2:00 AM on weekends to enable different sorts of entertainment activities including exploring Vietnamese folk games and Ho Chi Minh City nightlife.

Visitors can enjoy a decent filling meal with beverages from 100,000 VND to 200,000 VND ~ 4 USD to 8.2 USD from street food vendors, and treat themselves to a massage.

Watching Shows At HCMC Opera House

This place specializes in organizing professional theater shows such as live music performances, plays, opera, cai luong, and ballet,… for large art troupes. With a convenient location in the city center, the Theater is not only a venue for many major events but also an attractive tourist destination for tourists coming to Saigon.

• Address: 07 Cong Truong Lam Son Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Reference opening hours: 9:00 – 16:30 (Monday – Friday); 9:00 – 12:00 (Saturday and Sunday).

How To Buy Tickets For Saigon Opera House?

If you want to visit, you can buy tickets to watch shows at the ticket counter or on the Theater’s website. After finishing the performance, you can walk around to admire the architecture and take photos to check in here.

Tips For Visiting Ho Chi Minh City Theater

Before heading to the Ho Chi Minh City Theater, it’s a good idea to check the performance schedule and purchase tickets in advance to ensure you don’t miss out on the show. Arriving at the theater a little early, about 15 to 30 minutes before the performance begins, is advisable. This gives you time to find your seat, capture some photos for check-ins, or even take advantage of any pre-show tours if available.

To ensure a pleasant experience for everyone, it’s important to adhere to a few etiquette guidelines. Firstly, avoid bringing food or drinks with strong odors into the theater to maintain a pleasant and distraction-free atmosphere. Secondly, dress respectfully and neatly when attending a performance, and avoid wearing attire that could be considered offensive or disruptive.

Ready For A Night Out In Ho Chi Minh City Nightlife Scene?

In conclusion, Ho Chi Minh City boasts a vibrant nightlife culture that caters to a diverse range of tourists. The city offers a plethora of options, ranging from a sophisticated rooftop bar to bustling night markets. Visitors can relish live music, dance performances, or a stunning view of the city while savoring delicious food and drinks.

So, whether you’re a night owl or just looking to savor the unique charm of Saigon after dark, the city’s nightlife promises an unforgettable journey. As the city never sleeps, it invites you to explore, savor, and celebrate the magic that is Ho Chi Minh City nightlife.

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Vietnam: The Best Hidden Bars And Cafés In Ho Chi Minh

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Plenty of Ho Chi Minh City ’s nightlife is right out in the open: from happy hour in Pham Ngu Lao to late-night drinks at rooftop bars in District 1, you don’t have to make much of an effort when it comes to a night out. You hardly need to stumble past many of the hotels in Ho Chi Minh if all you’re looking for is a place to grab a drink.

But for a real experience, for a place that you know will be able to deliver masterfully made cocktails or craft beers, it’s worth doing a little bit of digging and exploring what wonders Ho Chi Minh has to offer on its side streets and in its basements. The best of the city is kept secret, so check out this list of our favorite hidden and low-key bars and alcohol-serving cafés in the city.

The Fig Lounge & Coffee

15 Nguyen Thi Huynh Street, Phú Nhuận District

Image from Fig Lounge’s Facebook page

Garden cafés are especially popular in Vietnam, and at The Fig Lounge & Coffee it’s easy to understand why. Designers of the space made it no secret that they’re looking to make even the indoors of The Fig calming and fragrant, and so whether you end up sitting outside near the pond with a cup of coffee or inside on one of the café’s woven sofas drinking a signature cocktail, you’re guaranteed a relaxed night.

Image from the Snuffbox Lounge Facebook

Besides being a solid respite from the bustling city centre, The Fig also offers crisp, contemporary Asian food and Vietnamese-Western fusion desserts, all made from entirely organic ingredients. It’s open until eleven, so if you want to move from herbal tea to some Chilean Sunrise Shiraz as the day grows to night you don’t even have to get up from your chaise lounge.

Snuffbox Lounge

14 Ton That Dam, Nguyen Thai Binh, District 1

Image from Snuffbox Lounge Facebook Page

If you’re looking for an actual hideaway, the Snuffbox Lounge is a charming ode to turn-of-the-century American speakeasies. With jazz DJ sets on almost every weekend and frequent live music events, the Snuffbox Lounge offers a modern, fun twist on a vintage aesthetic.

Mixologists at the Snuffbox Lounge have a playful mastery of their craft and enough of an understanding of the pleasure of spectacle to make watching cocktails being made an experience in its own right. You’ll understand what I mean about the skill of the staff when the crystal beakers come out and a smoke-topped drink is set in front of you.

The Snuffbox Lounge opens for coffees and drinks at midday, and sultry nighttime lighting transforms it into the perfect after-dark hangout—plus, it’s open until three in the morning so you won’t be rushed out the door.

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Cakes & Ale

1F, 6B Cong Truong Quoc Te – Ho Con Rua

1st Floor, 6B Turtle Lake (International Square), Ward 6, District 3

Image Taken from Cakes & Ale Facebook page

Certainly not a traditional pub, Cakes & Ale offers exactly what it sounds like: delicate, intricate little cakes and gateaux and a choice between highly regarded (and ice-cold) Belgian and Dutch ales. The cake menu offers a spread for mouths in any mood, from tiramisu and flan to more out-there options like the Mango Panna Cotta and Passion Fruit Cheesecake , as well as a variety of cupcakes, milkshakes, juice blends, teas and mixed sodas.

The atmosphere is cozy and it’s easy to forget, amidst the vintage books, the cozy corner baking area and the smell of homemade cakes, that you haven’t been transported to a relative’s living room.

Mary Jane’s The Bar

 85 Nguyen Huu Cau, District 1

Image taken from Mary Jane’s bar Facebook Page

When it comes to hiding, Mary Jane’s The Bar does it best. To get entry to this rooftop bar you’ll need to enter an office block, press “9” in the lift, and walk up two flights of stairs—a proper hidden bar entry experience if there ever were one.

This place is more about atmosphere than food, so eat elsewhere and come here for the drinks, shisha and electronic music . It’s the perfect vantage point to watch the sunset from, and the latticed plants make it feel secluded and intimate in a way that few other open-air bars do. Mary Jane’s The Bar is definitely a solid stop after a full day of exploring all of the things to do in Ho Chi Minh .

5 Tran Quy Khoach Street, W. Tan Dinh, District 1

Image Taken from Kujuz Facebook page

Though not as hidden as others on this list, Kujuz is a gleefully original café experience that’ll make you feel like you’ve stumbled upon something exclusive. Found inside of a giant greenhouse that’s full of plants, Kujuz serves food and coffee as well as drinks, but that last one comes with a catch.

Customers are given free rein of the kitchen to mix their own concoctions (though you’ll be offered a recipe and some assistance if you want it), meaning you have the resources to blend and pour exactly the drink that you want.

It’s definitely a different experience than what you’d get at a regular bar, but you might be surprised by how much prowess you have with a couple of bottles at hand. Whether you choose to make your drink yourself or to get some help, there’s no doubt that you’ll lose a few hours relaxing in this secret garden.

 58 c Tran Quoc Thao, District 3

Era Coffee is a frequent feature on lists of the best cafés in the city, and it’s easy to see why. With a strict “no laptop” policy and no signage in the window (look for the candlelight in the window to find the place), this hidden gem is the perfect spot to forget what era you’re in with a cocktail in your hand.

With full bookshelves and lit candlesticks set against cozy, stained glass lights, Era Coffee offers an opportunity to escape crowds of tourists and settle in with a notebook, some whisky, and a peace of mind.

Do you know any other cool place to recommend? Leave a comment below!

I really like Mary Jane’s The Bar, the style is very unique, the drinks are delicious, the music is very hot

You know! I really really Cakes & Ale, it’s very delicious, thanks so much

I went to Era Coffee. Quiet silence, I am a quiet lover. I like this place.

Thanks for reporting your experience Mr Tom, I also love quiet places!

Kujuz is under construction, not sure if the business has closed for good but it’s certainly not open. September 2018

Thanks a lot for the info,Cerys! I will double check and in case I’ll edit the post according to the latest news about it. Cheers Clelia

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Cafe & Ale is not at this address. Couldn’t find it anywhere.

Thanks for the heads up, I will have a look at it and revise it asap!

Mary Jane’s The Bar looks pretty vibin’! Not sure why I skipped Ho Chi Minh, but regret is starting to kick in.

Next time Andrew! 😉

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Three historic bars in Ho Chi Minh City

I really didn’t love Ho Chi Minh City. It was my first experience of Vietnam, a country I’d heard was a slow burner, so maybe I should have started somewhere that was less of a brick to the face. But I was sucked in by my romantic ideas of Saigon…a town full of history with a seedy, decadent underbelly. The reality was the polar opposite. Obviously things have moved on and the name change isn’t all that’s different about Saigon these days. Ho Chi Minh City is a sweaty, traffic-choked, ostensibly unwelcoming, modern metropolis. It’s deeply pedestrian-unfriendly which, for someone who likes to walk, was often frustrating to the point of tears (trying to cross the road – any road – was a logistical nightmare and that’s before you add in the fact that people just drive their scooters on the pavement as well). This made exploring the city challenging – I really didn’t want to just Uber from place to place even though this is what I eventually ended up doing. The fact that I was in the grips of a morbid depression did not help matters.

So I decided to do what I usually do when things get tough on the road. Take it slowly, don’t put too much pressure on myself to “do everything” and seek out what’s likely to make me happy. In Ho Chi Minh City that was its fascinating history. Specifically, its drinking history. Like I said, I had this idea in my head that there the city had once been a hedonistic melting pot, where literary types like Graham Greene mixed with hard-bitten war reporters all trying to grapple with being in a strange, humid country; where the locals found themselves confronted by the unrelenting, shifting sands of politics. I was determined to get a taste of it by checking out three of its most historic hotel bars: the Rex, the Caravelle and the Hotel Continental. They were all located fairly close to each other, in District 1, which made things considerably easier – I could visit each place with only minimal risk of getting run over. That’s pretty much what my trip to Ho Chi Minh City had boiled down to at this point. Whether or not I might get my toes flattened by a swarm of mopeds…

The Rex I checked out The Rex first. Built in the 1920’s, it became famous during the Vietnam War as the location of the American military command’s daily briefing. These came to be known as the Five O’Clock Follies because they were so far removed from what was actually going on out in the field. The rooftop bar was a popular haunt for reporters and US military-types. Nowadays the only “Five O’Clock Follies” you can find here is the Rex’s signature cocktail, made with vodka, rum, midori, mint and lime. The bar itself feels classy with that slightly raffish air you can expect from a place that used to host a bunch of war-weary journos. It’s a great spot to watch the sun set over Ho Chi Minh City and you can feel smug in the knowledge that you’re high above the heaving carnage below and you have a cold drink in your hand.

Hotel Continental I had such high hopes for this one. The building is gorgeous – built in the French style at the end of the 19th century. It was apparently created to provide luxury accommodation for French travellers after the long journey to their new and exotic home. Somewhere along the way, something went terribly wrong because I can’t imagine anyone with even an ounce of Gallic style wanting to linger here now. Hell, I’m one of the least stylish people around – particularly when travelling – and even I was horrified. It felt like one of those sad, seaside hotels in the UK that are still inexplicably inhabited by pensioners and people “of a certain age” who are looking for comfort, not class, and who leap onto a well-regarded name like a tame monkey desperate for a secure branch. The decor could once have been called “ornate” but today just seems tired and naff – all pleats and frills and wedding-reception bows on the backs of chairs. It’s the kind of place your nan might visit when she wants a “nice” lunch out. Graham Greene is one of the most notable former guests but I imagine he would be hard pressed to find much to inspire him there today.

The Caravelle This was the least inviting of all three hotels as far as outward appearances went, particularly as a tower block was tacked on to the original construction at a later date. However, it ended up being my favourite because the Saigon Saigon bar, on the roof of the old building, is a total gem. Decoratively, it buys into the whole Indo-China vibe more than the others with a black and white tiled floor, lacquered shutters and ceiling fans. Their cocktail list is also by far the most inventive and one that makes the most of Asian ingredients. I could have easily wasted the entire afternoon here, polishing off cocktail after cocktail, watching steamy Saigon sweat and shift below me as the sun sat low and fat in the sky. But, alas, I did not have the budget of the usual Caravelle guest so one cocktail had to suffice. Another hotel famous for its associations with the Vietnam War, it was partly blown up in 1964 and is known for the Caravelle Manifesto – a document written in 1960 criticising the South Vietnamese government and presented at a press conference held at the Caravelle.

Ho Chi Minh City is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a loud, chaotic, frustrating, uncomfortably humid, not particularly lovely to look at assault to the senses. But  once you get to grips with the place there is also a lot to like. I still won’t go as far to say that I loved it, but I did eventually start to get underneath the skin and get a sense of both the city’s history and its bohemian streak. But that’s a whole other article….

What else to do in Ho Chi Minh City:

• Visit the War Remnants Museum to understand the horror of the Vietnam War. Be warned: it’s arresting and potentially upsetting but it’s a must-see, not least to get an alternative perspective of events.
• Eat all of the street food. All of it. That’s an order.
• Walk down Bui Vien Street at night. It’s tacky and loud and touristy but you should experience it at least once in your life. This is the modern day seedy underbelly of Ho Chi Minh City .

Don’t do what I did:

• Attempt to walk everywhere. You will get very hot. You will get very wet (either from rain or sweat). You will get pissed off with all the people on scooters. Ubers are cheap and plentiful so use them to get around.

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That is the most refreshing looking cocktail (lemongrass and ?) I recall trying to walk to a well known church just a block from my hotel in Ho Chi Minh – and having to give up and turn around due to the sea of traffic on the sidewalk. Challenging!

I think it was a lemongrass martini… It certainly hit the spot! The traffic in HMCM is super frustrating. I guess you just have to walk into the road and hope people stop, but doing that is rather daunting when it goes against all your instincts.

We’re headed to Saigon in two days… cannot wait to get stuck into the manic streets! Will add the Caravelle to my map – sounds like a great spot for an afternoon drink, particularly when one gets sick of waiting to cross the road! Our month in Vietnam is almost over… by now, I generally just walk out and hope for the best!

The Rex is worth a look too – the roof terrace has good views. Walking out and hoping for the best is really the only way to get across the street I think, hahaha! Hope you enjoy it there.

I love your writing.

Lucy Pinkstone

Thank you so much for saying so

Hellow my name is Martinciz. Wery good post! Thx 🙂

Priya Florence Shah

You’re a great writer. I love your descriptions of Saigon (I can’t even write the alternative name, it’s long and unpronounceable) and your attempt to recapture a feel of life during the war. A lot of Americans seem to love it. Could it be because of the low cost of living, I wonder?

Thanks Priya 🙂 Yes it’s a very cheap place to live especially if you’re earning a Western salary/pension.

I appreciate honest accounts of places. No need to sugar-coat it if you did not enjoy it. 🙂 I thought your attempt to view the city’s history through notorious bars was a great perspective. Wish you’d been able to have a better time.

Absolutely – I’d much rather read an honest account too and it’s true that you’re not going to like it everywhere. Ho Chi Minh City wasn’t my favourite place but I’m still glad I went. And now I know what to expect, who knows, I might even go back and try it again one day! 🙂

Binny Marwaha

We like low-key places and did not include Ho Chi Minh on our list in last Vietnam visit, though I love the sound of lemongrass martini. Never tried it before.

I generally prefer low-key places too and sometimes cities can seem a bit overwhelming if you’re only there for a relatively short amount of time. I definitely recommend a lemongrass martini though 😉

These are great photos, but I see what you mean about not loving Ho Chi Minh. Seems to be missing a lot of the character you’d expect from a trip to Vietnam, but who doesn’t love a nice hotel and a drink?

Thank you! I’ve always got time for a nice hotel and a drink 😉

I love your posts and your style of writing! 🙂 So sorry to hear that you didn’t love Ho Chi Minh City, but I’m glad that you find another city that suits more to you, I’m glad you had a good time at the end 🙂

Vietnam has been in my list for such a long time. Would love to explore Hi Chi Minh city the way you have described.

Shreya Saha

I remember scooters getting on me even on the footpath and I am losing my mind failing to understand where to walk in Ho Chi Minh. Such scary it was. The city is full of life. I liked your collection but I liked Rex more than the other two. Thanks for the share. Would help me to go straight there using an Uber.

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13 Best Cocktail Bars in Saigon, Vietnam

A few years before my recent trip to Vietnam , I started hearing murmurs of Saigon’s speakeasy scene. Let me tell you—it didn’t disappoint. To find the best cocktail bars in Saigon, you’ll find yourself wandering through dark hallways in Indochine-era buildings and asking the security guard for directions. In true speakeasy fashion, there wasn’t a single cocktail bar in Saigon with a ground-level entry that I visited. Even when in the building, many of these spots didn’t have any, or minimal, signage at the door!

Saigon may not be known for its mixology yet, but still boasts several craft cocktail lounges with interesting menus and atmospheres to match. 

Pro tip: Bars in Vietnam tend to have really generous happy hour deals (think 50% off; buy one, get one; 99k drinks, etc.). Happy hour in the country tends to be happy 3-4 hours, making it really easy to get a good deal. Unlike in Western countries, happy hour is embraced even by high-end, popular bars and lounges. Pay attention to the hours you go and research happy hour deals in advance if you’re looking to save money!

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Snuffbox speakeasy.

14 Tôn Thất Đạm, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Snuffbox is the best cocktail bar in Saigon, hands down. I’ve had Snuffbox on my list for years prior to this trip, and it didn’t disappoint. Snuffbox is almost a true speakeasy—you’ll definitely think you’re in the wrong place when you get there. After you go in through the tunnel, up the stairs, through the curtain, and down the hall, you’ll realize you’re exactly where you should be. Stepping into the dimly lit space is like removing yourself from reality for a couple hours.

Dimly lit is putting it lightly—we needed to use light from our phone screens to read the menu. That being said, if the space was more lit, it just wouldn’t have the same effect.

Drinks are definitely solid, but not necessarily outstanding. The cocktail list bridges classic and creative, matching the space perfectly. What makes this lounge so special is definitely how everything works together, from design, to atmosphere, to menu, to entertainment.

Snuffbox is cozy, intimate, and definitely the best date-night spot in the city. We were seated in the loft area which gave us a cool view of the space from above.

When we were there, Snuffbox had a band playing popular English and Vietnamese live music. The singer was phenomenal! We ended up staying much longer than we thought we would because we loved the bar so much.

If you’re looking for a deal or something special, Snuffbox not only offers a happy hour like many of the other lounges on this list, but also “Blush Night” on Tuesdays with free-flowing drinks for ladies, and “Mixology Night” on Thursday featuring special cocktails. I really hope to get back for Mixology Night someday. The cocktails on that menu tend to use more Vietnamese ingredients and be much more innovative than the regular menu.

Summer Experiment

Second Floor, 77-79 Lý Tự Trọng, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Summer Experiment is the younger sister to Layla (scroll down for more on Layla!). While I enjoyed both of them, Summer Experiment edges out Layla for its more experimental menu. I thoroughly enjoyed both of them and honestly, they’re different experiences. 

Some of the cocktails at Summer Experiment are unlike anything I’ve ever seen before, thanks to their use of ingredients unique to Vietnam. I’m glad they did—of the cocktail bars I went to in Vietnam, few used ingredients common in Vietnamese cuisine, outside of a few common fruits such as passionfruit and lychee (which honestly, are both really popular in the global cocktail scene right now anyway). The menu itself matches the playfulness of their cocktail list, with bright, fluid illustrations.

I tried the Spiced Plumy Gimlet and the Viet Spirit. The Viet Spirit was light and refreshing (main ingredients included jasmine, lotus, and rose, so this made sense), while the Spiced Plumy Gimlet packed a little more punch (the Vietnamese plum and shrimp salt rim made this a great take on a gimlet). We were full from all the eating earlier that day, and by the time we went out stalls were closing down, so I also couldn’t resist ordering what would be one of the gooiest grilled cheeses I’ve ever had.

Summer Experiment has a rooftop terrace overlooking District 1 in Saigon, which is perfect for those looking to do some people-watching or just take in the street view.

The only con I do have for Summer Experiment is that service was abysmally slow. We waited probably 45 minutes for a cocktail to come out (despite another one we ordered at the same time coming out 15 minutes earlier), and it was really difficult to flag down staff at all. Given the ultra-high reviews, and that we went later in the night when the bar was quiet, I’m guessing we went on an off night.

Rabbit Hole

138 Đ. Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Rabbit Hole was another speakeasy at the top of my list and wow, did we have a tough time finding this place (totally our fault). After pushing past the velvet curtain and heading down the staircase, we entered into a chic, Art Deco-inspired lounge that frankly, reminded me a lot of my favorite cocktail lounges in New York.

The physical menu at Rabbit Hole is one of the most well-designed and conceptualized I’ve seen. Alice in Wonderland-inspired, each page turn leads you down a cutout rabbit hole. The cocktail list matches the space, featuring creative takes on classic cocktails. Reading through the menu, I wasn’t sure if it was in example of excellence in simplicity or if I’d be bored, but it was definitely a case of the former.

Like Snuffbox, Rabbit Hole also had live music, but instead of a cover band, opted for jazz. I’m a sucker for a lounger with live music, so this was a welcome surprise.

Service at Rabbit Hole was the best of any cocktail bar we went to in Vietnam. Staff went so far as to apologize not once, but several times for the large, loud group next to us (they made a reservation for 8, and showed up with 16 if I remember correctly! It sounded like the bar doesn’t usually take reservations for that size). 

That brings me to my next point—Rabbit Hole is definitely a refined, romantic space. It’s best enjoyed by yourself, your significant other, or a few good friends. If you’re spending the night with a group larger than 4, Summer Experiment or Layla are probably a better fit.

Make sure you don’t get Rabbit Hole confused with The Rabbit Hole, which is an Irish sports bar in the city.

Layla – Eatery and Bar

Second Floor, 63 Đông Du, Quận 1, Saigon

Layla is just two blocks from our first hotel in Saigon ( The Myst Dong Khoi ), so it was an obvious choice after a long day and a long nap (a downpour was involved). I’m glad we went. As mentioned above, Layla is the sister restaurant to Summer Experiment. Think of Summer Experiment as the younger spot more willing to take risks, and Layla as the more established bar with creative favorites that shine. Both bars are recommended by World’s 50 Best on their local guide to Saigon.

Cocktail highlights ranged from the refreshing flavor of butterfly pea to rich, indulgent chocolate (like an alcoholic milkshake). I ordered a lychee martini here and was greeted by the biggest, juiciest lychees I’ve ever seen on a lychee martini. I’ll order a lychee martini whenever I can (longans are my favorite fruit and lychees are very similar), but have found them to be very hit or miss. This one was by far my favorite that I’ve ever had, and I couldn’t have been happier!

I’d describe the menu here as ultra-drinkable. There’s something here for everyone, and no ingredient is too alienating. The bar pushes creativity in a way that isn’t too daring or daunting for those less experimental, making it a great spot to take a group.

Like Summer Experiment, service was slow and waitstaff was difficult to flag down. Service here was definitely an improvement to Summer Experiment, and in all fairness, although the bar wasn’t too busy when we got there, it was quickly bustling.

More Amazing Cocktail Bars in Saigon

Unfortunately, I didn’t have time to make it to these cocktail bars in Saigon, but they still made my Google Maps pins as great nightlife spots in Vietnam.

Krystalini Hidden Cocktail Bar

42 Đ. Nguyễn Huệ, Street, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Located at the trendy Cafe Apartments, Krystalini is truly a hidden cocktail bar in Saigon. Guests describe the bar as being hard to find, and Krystalini takes pride in that. If you manage to find the entrance, you’ll be asked for a password. No password means no entrance, so contact the bar in advance to get it!

Like one of my favorite bars in New York, Attaboy, Krystalini bartenders make drinks to match your mood. Tell the bartender what you’re feeling that night, and they’ll make something special just for you.

I really wanted to try this spot, and it’s definitely high on my list for my next trip.

The Alley Cocktail Bar & Kitchen

63/8 Pasteur, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

The Alley has a reputation for having a standout happy hour in Saigon. 50% off all drinks, for three hours. In addition, The Alley is also know for its food menu.

The Alley focuses on classic cocktails, fitting their western menu at night (think grilled fish, steak, and kitchen). If you’re looking for a solid, down-to-earth cocktail, the Alley is a great fit for you.

Unfortunately, I came close to going to The Alley multiple times while in Saigon, ultimately deciding against it each time because their menu isn’t vegetarian-friendly whatsoever. It’s worth noting that the Alley serves Vietnamese food for lunch, and Western food for dinner.

If you do eat meat, this is a great option for dinner, a drink, and live music (9-11pm Thursday and Saturday, 8-11pm Friday), and comes recommended on World’s 50 Best local guide to Saigon.

20 Mạc Thị Bưởi, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Firkin Bar is a dimly lit bespoke cocktail and whiskey bar inspired by the whiskey bars of Tokyo (and it shows). The star of the show here is truly Firkin Bar’s whiskey collection. If you’re not a whiskey fan, I’d probably opt for elsewhere.

The cocktail menu features a limited number of classic cocktails and bartenders can add their own spin on any of them. If you’re interested in something else, just ask! Guests say that the bartending team was able to execute requests for other whiskey cocktails perfectly.

I wouldn’t go to Firkin if your stomach is running on E—the food menu is light bites to nibble on rather than actual dishes, but this isn’t the type of cocktail bar where you’d want to be cutting into a steak or eating a sandwich anyway.

The ATM Cocktail Bar & Kitchen

27/10 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, Đa Kao, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

It’s not hard to guess why The ATM Cocktail Bar & Kitchen got its name—the front door is an ATM. The ATM Cocktail Bar has a vibe unlike another on this list. It’s cozy, down-to-earth, and almost reminiscent of being in a historic home in the States.

Guests cite the ATM Cocktail Bar as being a great spot to take groups of friends, as it has comfy lounge areas, and larger tables available. Additionally, it also features live music.

Telephone Bar

41 Nguyễn Văn Tráng, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

If you’re tired of wandering through dimly lit Indochine-era buildings trying to track down a speakeasy, Telephone Bar is for you. The entrance could not possibly be more obvious, with bright red British telephone booths making up the doors.

Another World’s 50 Best recommendation for Saigon, Telephone Bar doesn’t have a menu—you’ll just tell the bartender what you’re feeling that night, and let their mind run wild (my favorite type of bar).

CLIMB – Hidden Cocktails Bar

15 Phan Văn Đạt, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

CLIMB is half-indoors, half-outdoors, and all hidden (like many of the bars on this list). Guests love the rare whisky selection here, and bespoke options for cocktails. CLIMB also has a reputation for super-friendly staff who love to chat, making it perfect if you’re a solo traveler.

Irusu Lounge

57 Đ. Nguyễn Du, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Irusu Lounge is a sleek, dual-level Japanese kakurega bar. The star of the show here is definitely the rooftop—it overlooks Notre Dame Cathedral.

I’m disappointed I missed this one, but have it on my list for next time. Of the rooftop bars I’ve seen in Saigon, this one definitely has the best design. It’s more refined and sexier than other options.

Lost & Found

19/6 Đ. Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Located in District 1, Lost & Found is a cocktail bar inspired by the early colonial days of Saigon (based on the design, I’m assuming they’re referring to the colonial days of Indochine, not China).

The design is unique to other bars on this list, featuring bold floral upholstery and bright green walls. The bar is cozy and features a small list of classic cocktails in addition to a few refined signature drinks.

Broma Not a Bar

41 District, 41 Đ. Nguyễn Huệ, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

A bar that’s easy to find! Like CLIMB, Broma Not a Bar is also located on Nguyen Hue Street. Broma Not a Bar was recommended to me by my cousin who lived in HCMC for a few years, for their rooftop overlooking the popular pedestrian street.

It’s a chill spot with a lot of seating, and definitely a place suited for groups of friends. Based on my personal taste, I’d probably opt for a different spot on this list for date night.

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Top 7 Best Rooftop Bars in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

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• Opening Hours: Daily from 5.30 PM to 3 AM
• Address: 76A Le Lai Rooftop of AB Tower, Ho Chi Minh City
• Tel: +84 83 827 2372

• Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday from 10.30 PM to 12 AM,, Sunday from 4.30 PM to 12 AM
• Address: Centec Tower, 72-74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Ho Chi Minh City
• Tel: +84 83 827 9631

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Why Ho Chi Minh City Is a Must-See Destination

L ovely Vietnam has too many visit-worthy destinations to count. But if you're in the mood for a large, modern city that pulsates with uncontainable energy, head to Ho Chi Minh City. Formerly known as Saigon, this was once the capital of French Indochina, as well as South Vietnam. 

After the end of the Vietnam War, Hanoi became the capital, but Ho Chi Minh has remained the country's economic center. Spend your time here admiring the beautiful French colonial architecture while learning about its complex and difficult history. Visiting landmarks like the sobering War Remnants Museum, the Cu Chi Tunnel and Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon is a must. 

While you tour, take frequent breaks to enjoy the delicious and unique Vietnamese coffee styles that include spins like egg coffee and yogurt coffee — trust us, they are amazingly good. Of course, the food will not disappoint. It's difficult to have a bad meal in Vietnam. And though there are various fine dining establishments here, you  have  to try the street food. Think of us while you're sitting on a plastic stool eating the best soup you've ever had in your life.

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Where to Stay in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh will be very affordable if you're from the U.S. or Europe. You'll be able to stay in luxury hotels for a great price. Of course, if you'd rather save money, there are also low-budget options that won't set you back too much. 

Best luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh:  The Reverie Saigon

Best mid-tier hotel in Ho Chi Minh:  Anna House Hotel 

Best budget hotel in Ho Chi Minh:  Truong Thinh Hotel Saigon  

How to Get to Ho Chi Minh City

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the only aviation hub that services Ho Chi Minh City. It's also the largest airport in Vietnam.

When you  fly into Ho Chi Minh , you can take a bus from the airport to the city center. This service is very cheap. But if convenience is important, taxis are readily available.

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After you visit Ho Chi Minh, hop to the north of the country to visit Hanoi. While still a modern city, the capital's large Old Quarter is large and charming. 

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The Best New Restaurants in the World: 2024 Hot List

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It’s inevitable: Every spring when we pull together the Hot List , our annual collection of the world’s best new hotels, restaurants, and cruise ships, a staffer remarks that this latest iteration has got to be the best one ever. After a year’s worth of traveling the globe—to stay the night at a converted farmhouse in the middle of an olive grove outside Marrakech, or sail aboard a beloved cruise line’s inaugural Antarctic voyage—it’s easy to see why we get attached. But this year’s Hot List, our 28th edition, might really be the best one ever. It’s certainly our most diverse, featuring not only a hotel suite that was once Winston Churchill’s office, but also the world’s largest cruise ship and restaurants from Cape Town to Bali . We were surprised and inspired by this year’s honorees, and we know you will be too. These are the Hot List's restaurant winners for 2024.

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Chef Valerie Chang serves modern Peruvian dishes at Maty's.

Seafood, bright vegetables, and pisco-tinged cocktails are the M.O. at Maty's.

Maty's — Miami

Maty’s in Miami is a happy place. It glows with golden warmth despite its capacious warehouse-style dining room, which has polished concrete underfoot and exposed pipes above. That’s due not only to front-of-house activity but also to the sights, sounds, and smells of the open kitchen in the rear. A seat at the bar—complete with a pisco-dashed martini and an order of the ingenious crudo special of scallops and grapes—is the perfect vantage point for taking in all that chef Valerie Chang has orchestrated here. Standouts range from humble seasonal pickles and chicken milanesa to oysters kissed with leche de tigre and charred corn in a shower of pecorino. —Charlie Hobbs

Yess — Los Angeles

Dining at the contemporary Japanese Yess Restaurant is a spiritual experience. Located in Los Angeles ’s colorful Arts District in a former bank, the space is large, tall-walled, and minimalist in design and decor. And despite the room’s massive size, dinner is an intimate affair. Diners sit side by side at a long cypress counter as they face chef Junya Yamasaki and his team—dressed in all-white garb like some sort of culinary cult—work their magic in the kitchen, slicing sashimi in silence or gently grilling skewers of freshly foraged mushrooms, twisting and turning until just cooked. The meal is a meditation on restraint, where less is more and ingredients take center stage on the plate. Somehow you’ll leave Yess feeling like a healthier human. —Omar Mamoon

Chishuru takes guests through a set menu of West African cuisine, from celebrity chef Adejoké Bakare.

Chishuru — London

Nigerian-born Adejoké “Joké” Bakare made history this year when she became the first Black woman in the UK to win a Michelin star. Her restaurant, Chishuru, only opened in its current stage in 2023—moving from the buzzy South London neighborhood where Bakare started out after winning a local competition in 2019 to a new, bigger spot. This new iteration of the restaurant is set menu only ($95 per person at supper; $50 per person at lunch). That menu takes diners on a whip-smart journey through modern West African cuisine and might include pepper soup with cured mackerel or mutton cutlet with a coffee and yaji dressing. Make a reservation now, and don’t look back. —Sarah James

Kiln — San Francisco

You can’t put San Francisco 's Kiln in a box. The food you’ll sample throughout the two-and-a-half-hour, 18- to 20-course tasting menu is a truly global affair: a little bit Scandinavian meets Japanese meets Californian with a touch of French finesse, courtesy of the tableside pours of luscious buttery sauce on your dry-aged mackerel. There’s no meal quite like those at Kiln because there’s no chef quite like John Wesley. Yes, it’s very much a fine-dining restaurant with white tablecloths and Michelin-starred ambitions, and yet loud hip-hop blares through the speakers while tattoo-armed cooks walk each course to your table. Come as you are, and get ready for a ride. —Omar Mamoon

Plant-focused Datil serves locally sourced dishes out of a semi-open kitchen.

Manon Fleury and her predominantly woman-led team have created something special at Datil.

Datil — Paris

Take the sought-after roving chef Manon Fleury, a predominantly woman-led team, a plant-focused culinary ethos, and an earthy and bright interior, and you have Datil—the talented young chef’s first restaurant, located in Paris 's north Marais. Fleury has always given locally sourced produce the starring role in her cooking, treating meat and fish as condiments. But here, dishes are more than just the sum of their sustainable parts; they come out of the semi-open kitchen like artistic compositions meant for reflection. The menu shifts seasonally but standouts have included rutabaga and pink radishes layered with garlic cream, almond, harissa, and thinly sliced scallops, as well as a celery and mushroom consommé-congee mashup, sprinkled with a few comestible flowers. —Lindsey Tramuta

Trescha — Buenos Aires

Tomás Treschanski took a gamble when he opened Trescha in March 2023, with just one other fine-dining restaurant in Buenos Aires for company. But now that he has a Michelin star under his belt—and the bonus track of the Young Chef prize—it was a risk worth taking. After honing his culinary skills at 108 (Copenhagen), Frantzén (Stockholm), and Azurmendi (just outside of Bilbao), 25-year-old young gun Treschanski was sufficiently versed to create an experimental 14-course tasting menu on returning home to Argentina. Cooking up architecturally captivating dishes, he breathes new life into world flavors: Think chawanmushi with aged bacon dashi and uni with its garum, paired with a 1999 Gewürztraminer—one of 740 gems from the chef’s treasured cellar. With just 10 seats up for grabs at the curved kitchen counter, Trescha has fast become the reservation to bag in Buenos Aires. —Sorrel Moseley-Williams

Maizajo — Mexico City

Maizajo’s conception began eight years ago when chef Santiago Muñoz began focusing on the recovery of maíz criollo, which for years had been losing the battle against the industrialization of tortillas. After opening a tortillería in Mexico City ’s Roma neighborhood, he moved to Condesa to open this three-in-one restaurant. Downstairs, fresh tortillas are sold daily, made with 100% nixtamalized corn, either by hand or with special equipment, and always highlighting different regional varieties.Upstairs, a completely Mexican menu features street food with a boost, including wedding tamal and glazed tongue with salsa verde, and longaniza (pork sausage) tacos paired with either fried shrimp or rib eye. —Paula Móvil

Dutch chef Sergio Herman makes his Asia debut blending European and Japanese flavors at Le Pristine.

Le Pristine — Tokyo

A vast open black doorframe hinting at the gates of a Shinto shrine marks the threshold of Le Pristine Tokyo , Michelin-sprinkled Dutch chef Sergio Herman’s first foray into Asia. The restaurant is located in Hotel Toranomon Hills, whose softly minimalist Nordic-meets-Japanese interiors by Space Copenhagen hide behind a new twisted-façade skyscraper. The street-level venue is home to both a café and restaurant, the latter of which offers an escapist gourmet journey through modern European cuisine with a fresh Japanese twist. Dishes include marinated mussels, dashi, yuzu, and verbena; hamachi (a type of yellowtail), hairy crab, pistachio, mikan (Japanese mandarin), and black radish; and Sergio’s signature seafood orecchiette. Food is not the only winning ingredient, however: Diners also soak in the intimacy of the elegant lines and crafted textures of the plant-scattered decor, with the mushroom-like Como SC53 Portable Table by Space for &Tradition tabletop lamps, Rotgazen wall-clinging melted disco balls, and Fredericia Furniture chairs playing into the theater of the central open-plan kitchen. —Danielle Demetriou

Andreu Genestra — Mallorca, Spain

In April 2011, Andreu Genestra opened his first sustainable restaurant in Capdepera, a remote corner of his beloved Mallorca . More than a decade later (and with a few Michelin stars under his belt), the chef has unveiled the second iteration of Restaurante Andreu Genestra in the luxe Zoëtry Mallorca hotel, located in the larger municipality of Llucmajor. The ingredients for the “Mediterranean” concept are the definition of local, sourced from the on-site biodynamic vegetable garden, vineyards, beehives, and sea of olive trees, as well as local Mallorcan farmers and growers. —David Moralejo

Canalha — Lisbon

After departing from a Michelin-starred restaurant Feitoria, and partnering with food group Paradigma, chef João Rodrigues returned to Lisbon to establish a casual restaurant that honors his hometown’s heritage. Canalha is a quintessential “neighborhood restaurant”—increasingly rare in a city gentrified by overtourism. Everything here exudes a sense of nostalgia: the yellow tram gliding past on the street, the extensive counter for meal service, the sturdy dark wooden tables adorned with marble tops, and a menu brimming with culinary delights, such as line-caught squid with sheep butter sauce, open-face omelets prawns and onions, and traditional Portuguese bitoque (steak crowned with a fried egg and signature pan sauce). But Canalha is also a haven for exceptional local produce and charcuterie. An imposing green charcoal oven nestled in the kitchen serves as a shrine where Rodrigues and his team grill to perfection fresh red-scarlet prawns, clams, and fish sourced from Portugal’s bountiful coast. —Rafael Tonon

The Devonshire — London

Hyped restaurants in London are nothing new. But The Devonshire, just off Piccadilly Circus, has reached buzzed-about levels we’ve not seen in a while. At the helm of all this fanfare is Oisin Rogers, an old-school landlord who has been working in London pubs for 30 years. Ashley Palmer-Watts (a Heston Blumenthal alum) heads up the kitchen with a menu that spotlights the wood-burning grill and oven—think duck-fat chips, suet puddings, and scallops with bacon and malt vinegar. In the legitimate British pub downstairs, the team slings out pint after pint of perfectly creamy Guinness, the most on-trend bar order in London right now. Reservations open three weeks in advance and get booked up in minutes—there’s no hotter table to book right now. —Sarah James

At Naar, in Himachal Pradesh, endemic ingredients are cured and dried on site.

Chef Prateek Sadhu's Naar is a culinary journey through the Himalayas.

Naar — Darwa, India

Chef Prateek Sadhu’s ambitions as a culinary innovator are defined by two words: faeter (Kashmiri for “crazy”) and naar (“fire”). It’s fitting, then, that one of India’s most celebrated chefs announced his return with the aptly named Naar restaurant. Nestled amid the pine forests of Himachal Pradesh, this first-of-its-kind destination dining experience is a culinary progression across the Himalayas, from the north to the east of India. The 16-seater restaurant has six menus throughout the year that follow the distinct seasons in the mountains, courtesy of dishes that transform traditional hill food into extraordinary surprises—think trout sandwiches with locally caught fish that is cured, dried, and treated at the in-house lab; a chinar leaf-shaped buckwheat biscuit that pays homage to Sadhu’s favorite tree in Kashmir; a miniature bowl of Ladakhi buckwheat pasta (or chutagi ) with tripe; lamb neck smoked with juniper leaves; and a smoked version of a Himachali steamed bread called aiklu. Naar is a labor of love and a showcase of the hills—its ingredients, its people and their culture, and a chef’s long journey back home. —Diya Kohli

The Guild — Dubai

Few restaurant openings this past year have been as highly anticipated as The Guild, prolific Dubai restaurateur Tom Arnel’s first foray into fine dining. Fronted by heavy gray velvet curtains and a small jungle of more than 300 plants, The Guild is one restaurant, but many things at once: Inside, there’s a patisserie, brasserie, Champagne bar, seafood restaurant, wood-fire kitchen, cocktail bar, and chocolatier. The laid-back Nurseries space is perfect for a cozy date night (tip: Order the Brie de Meaux truffle sandwich), while the more upscale Rockpool is where you’ll find the bulk of The Guild’s seafood. The latter features a live shucking bar, the day’s catch displayed on ice, and glass-fronted aquariums stacked to the ceiling filled with live king crabs and crayfish. Over at the Salon (which Arnel describes as his favorite spot), white-clothed tables sit underneath grand crystal chandeliers and overlook two open kitchens. Here, the starter of crispy prawns—slathered in surprisingly light batter and served with red chimichurri dip and lime salt—is incredibly tasty, while the Wagyu beef tartare, with shallots and chopped cornichons, is the right mix of rich and tangy. The Guild will soon add a piano bar and cigar lounge to its lineup, designed for those who want to keep the night going—which we envision they will. The Guild is a truly enchanting space, one that you’ll no doubt want to return to time and time again. —Sophie Prideaux

Osa — Madrid

Osa may be located on the outskirts of Madrid’s center, but it’s close enough to justify at least one visit from the city to enjoy chefs Sara Peral and Jorge Muñoz’s creations: Think homemade cured meats, wild pig’s head with rooster and porchetta, cod pil pil, and smoked eel with roe over rye bread and butter. Theirs is a one-of-a-kind experience inside a renovated two-story house, with an open terrace and a dining room built to welcome 20 lucky diners. In every bite, expect the omnipotent presence of French technique with the aesthetic of Japanese minimalism. —Paula Móvil

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At Fish Shop in Ballater, the sustainability-focused seafood spot serves seasonal fare with elevated twists.

Fish Shop — Ballater, Scotland

Despite its name, Fish Shop is not a classic British chippy but a smart, sustainability-focused seafood restaurant with its very own fishmonger. The double-use venue is the sister property of Scotland’s slickest hotel, the Fife Arms, which is located just 25 minutes away. Russell Sage Studio (who also designed the Fife Arms interiors) chose tasteful nautical accents to complement the food. The menu is local and seasonal but might include Cape Wrath oysters in Champagne tempura or Shetland mussels with East Coast cured nduja. Whatever you order, accompany it with a round of Negronis (local gin and vermouth with Campari, pimped up with samphire), followed by glasses of Riesling or Picpoul. —Sarah James

Koan — Copenhagen

At windswept Langelinieskuret, Kristian Baumann (formerly of Noma and 108) has transformed a former harbor warehouse into a must-visit on Copenhagen’s strong fine-dining scene. Born and adopted in South Korea and raised in Denmark, Baumann reconnects with his roots at Koan, seamlessly bridging a Nordic culinary upbringing with Korean impressions like kimchi, kkwabaegi (Korean doughnuts), and carefully selected ceramics. Koan’s high-ceilinged dining room with an open kitchen and sleek light wooden designer interiors beautifully mirrors Baumann’s minimalist and meticulous dishes. A standout is Norwegian langoustine with lardo, green strawberries, and chili, served with a sesame sauce flavored with Korean rice wine. Aside from standard and “prestige” wine pairings (the latter showcasing rare labels), Koan offers a pairing of Korean sool (fermented rice wine) produced in Copenhagen by startup Yunguna Brewery. Only 70 days after opening last year, the restaurant received two Michelin stars directly—a testament to the ambitions here. —Lars Roest-Madsen

Soul Kitchen is a Beirut transplant serving a hybrid of Levantine and Latin flavors.

Dishes trace Arab migration to the Americas—think grilled octopus with burnt onion labneh.

Soul Kitchen — Dubai

Following years of turmoil in their native Lebanon, Beirut creative collective Factory People transplanted their thoughtfully curated restaurant, listening room, and communal hub Soul Kitchen to Dubai’s Business Bay. The food—Levantine/Latin hybrid that celebrates waves of Arab migration to Central and South America—is, indeed, soulful: Think ceviche tabbouleh, hummus chimichurri, shawarma empanadas, and Wagyu kafta in pillowy arepas paired with Araki bellinis and sumac-laced peach margaritas. But musically minded locals have also forged a community around Monday jazz sessions, Latin Sundays, iftar supper clubs, and party brunches with global musicians and DJs taking the stage. The lush, plant-filled space also doubles as an arts venue: Rumi Dalle’s Feathers of a Migration is suspended from the ceiling, and walls are adorned with textiles curated by carpet house Iwan Maktabi. —Sarah Khan

Ilis — New York

The large nondescript door at 150 Green Street in Brooklyn’s Greenpoint prepares you little for what’s to follow. Behind it lies a sprawling space with wood-beamed ceilings and low-slung white furniture that has shed all vestiges of its former life as a factory warehouse. This is Ilis, Noma cofounder Mads Refslund’s ambitious New York dining debut alongside Will Douillet, formerly of Chicago’s Alinea. The name is a portmanteau of Il and Is , or “fire” and “ice” in Danish, which illustrates how you choose your dishes to be served: fired up or chilled. An industrial open kitchen—with four stations, two each dedicated to “fire” and “ice”—anchors the space, and diners watch on as a flurry of chefs works in near-reverential silence. Those same chefs later double up as servers; here, there’s no traditional distinction between front and back of house—just “one house,” as Refslund likes to say. On the menu, expect ingredient-forward dishes like raw tuna with nasturtium and salted plum and brown trout, cooked in its own roe butter and served with charred cabbage. A dining highlight here is the roving trolley that’s laden with chilled appetizers and a surprising amuse-bouche—a peppery tomato clam broth served in a large, slightly ridiculous clamshell fashioned into a flask. As you tip its contents down your throat, the act feels both primal and playful—it’s a decidedly Noma touch, right in Brooklyn. —Arati Menon

Mumbai's new spot, Papa's, comes from ​​Eleven Madison Park alum, Hussain Shahzad.

Papa's serves up clever dishes with home-grown ingredients.

Papa's — Mumbai

​​Eleven Madison Park alum Hussain Shahzad’s eclectic skills are on full display at this fine-dining concept, a 12-seat countertop that overlooks an open kitchen in the space above Veronica’s, a bustling sandwich shop. The vibe is a delightful hodgepodge: Delicate glass lamps share space with a chamber for dry-aging duck, and the chef’s playlist of ABBA and Prince pairs nicely with the easygoing service. The modern Indian menu makes clever use of the nation’s many home-grown ingredients: Clarified Bloody Mary cocktails arrive alongside petite pizza boxes of Monaco biscuits (India’s Ritz cracker) topped with Belper Knolle cheese; hibachi-grilled rabbit is served in a red-ant marinade; and a soup of sun-dried yak cheese is amped up by habanero chiles. The name Papa’s is a nod to Shahzad’s late mentor, chef Floyd Cardoz—whom he does proud. —Julian Manning

Locavore NXT — Bali

After closing Locavore, a hot-ticket and hyperlocal eatery in Bali’s Ubud late last year, Dutch Indonesian chef duo Eelke Plasmeijer and Ray Adriansyah moved on to open the concept’s aptly named next iteration. Pitched up in the rice fields just outside Ubud, concrete-clad Locavore NXT takes the chefs’ wildly ambitious methods to a new extreme with 20(ish)-course tasting menus that draw on ingredients grown in the rooftop food forest, subterranean mushroom vault, and koji fermentation lab—and ones sourced from surrounding farmers, fishermen, and foragers. Seasonal menus could include imaginative creations such as honi pineapple with lardo and flower-flecked pudding from rice koji with bee pollen. For a full immersion in Locavore NXT’s closed-loop ethos, guests can overnight in one of the restaurant’s adjoining cabins and participate in a chef-guided tour and staff breakfast the next day. —Chris Schalkx

Pot Au Phở — Ho Chi Minh City

At Pot Au Phở, Vietnamese banker turned chef Peter Cuong Franklin sets new standards for Vietnam’s beloved noodle soup, his 10-course tasting menu deconstructing phở and then reassembling the iconic bone broth. Inspired by French and Japanese fare, Cuong also plays with molecular cuisine and jellied consommé, even paying tribute to French chef Paul Bocuse’s legendary black truffle VGE soup. Perhaps the most cherished dish is Mom’s mì Quảng, a traditional prawn and pork turmeric noodle soup prepared by his mother, Nguyễn Thị Như Thừa, at her Đà Lạt rice noodle shop; he was sent to the US as a child refugee, and they reconnected 30 years later. Housed in the same building as Cuong’s Michelin-starred Anan in the thick of the wet market on District 1’s That Dam street, the soup counter is designed for just 14 guests. Order the Phojito, mixed with fresh herbs and spices like cinnamon and star anise — Sorrel Moseley-Williams

Lush gardens, recycled furniture, and circular cooking are especially satisfying at Air.

A zero-waste approach means Southeast flora and fauna come alive in new ways.

Air — Singapore

At this sprawling space—an erstwhile clubhouse for civil servants—in Singapore’s leafy Dempsey enclave, chef Matthew Orlando (who used to pilot Copenhagen’s influential Amass) is continuing his mission to make circular cooking as natural as, well, breathing air. You’ll know this isn’t your typical restaurant from the moment you enter, up a sweeping walkway and past a thriving tropical garden commanded by Orlando’s business partner, Will Goldfarb of Bali’s Room4Dessert. In the dining room, funky tables hewn from the leftover cores of balau trees and chairs with arms twirled out of recycled Styrofoam play off exposed concrete pillars. Orlando’s tasty zero-waste approach to Southeast Asian ingredients includes dishes like a whole coral fish transformed into a rillette with lavash made from the puréed bones of the fish. Don’t miss the surprisingly fudgy Re-Incarnated Chocolate dessert whipped up with the by-products of common food processes—none of which are chocolate or cocoa beans. Upstairs, there’s a pickling and fermentation room, a cooking school, and a research lab where anyone can dabble in food experiments. —Audrey Phoon

Oseille — Rio de Janeiro

In late 2023, chef Thomas Troisgros—the fourth generation of the renowned French culinary dynasty—opened Toto as something like a Parisian neo-bistro, but with a menu inspired by the chef’s travels around the world. Nestled within a townhouse in the vibrant center of Ipanema, the casual restaurant was a quick hit. Troisgros recognized the potential for an elevated dining experience, however, and envisioned Oseille in the vacant upper part of the same building. With the help of a three-member team, the chef fashioned a 16-seat counter around a well-equipped kitchen, where he now exclusively serves signature tasting menus (five or seven courses) that change from time to time—but they’re always anchored in local and seasonal ingredients, combining his French heritage with Asian influences, all topped with a Brazilian accent. The level of hospitality makes diners feel as if they’re being welcomed into the chef’s home—visitors can even choose their preferred background music. —Rafael Tonon

Le Foote is making one of Sydney's oldest neighborhoods feel fresh again.

Consider Le Foote your gateway to the Med, right in Sydney.

Le Foote — Sydney

Sydney hospitality maestros Swillhouse have savvy locals tackling the tourist-drenched cobblestones of The Rocks for their latest swing-and-hit restaurant, Le Foote. Part Parisian wine bar, part Mediterranean grill, the restaurant is a sandstone labyrinth of nooks, crannies, and choose-your-own-adventure spaces in a sprawling former pub. The alfresco courtyard is just the place for fluffy fish sandwiches and carafes of orange wine. Upstairs, settle into the moody candle-lit bar and order two-sip martinis to a soundtrack of funky jazz. The main dining room is draped in dramatic Greco-Roman style, with giant Etruscan canvas murals, white tablecloths, and smart waiters in crisp shirts. Most of the Mediterranean-by-way-of-Australia menu is done on the Josper grill, and hits include fleshy barramundi in charred hazelnut butter, marbled tomahawk steaks, juicy tomato picante prawns, and a gooey cheese pie. Suddenly, Sydney’s oldest neighborhood feels fresh again. —Chloe Sachdev

Nikkei — Cape Town

On perennially cool Bree Street, Nikkei brings its namesake cuisine to Cape Town. Executive chef Justin Barker displays his range with a menu that marries South American spices and ingredients with bright seafood—think shrimp crudo with ancho chili oil and sesame tuna with guacamole and a lime-jalapeño ponzu—and a robust cocktail menu that showcases both sake and pisco. The modern space, decorated with a riot of tropical plants, feels just right as the backdrop for Barker’s vibrant food. Look up and you’ll see oblong chandeliers shaped like chakanas, a symbol that has been used by Andean societies for over 4,000 years, which fittingly signifies a “bridge” or “a crossing over.” —Harriet Akinyi

Just outside of Madrid, Barro bridges the city and country with elaborate treatments for regional ingredients.

Barro — Ávila, Spain

Located in Ávila, about a 90-minute drive away from Madrid’s city center, Barro is a contemporary defense of the rural world through the use of regional ingredients. This wise approach earned the restaurant its first Michelin star, making Carlos Casillas the youngest chef to achieve one in Spain. Once inside his restaurant—where a minimalistic approach reigns in the decor—go for the Alberche tasting menu, composed of 15 dishes such as a suckling pig with kimchi brava sauce; a 150-day-aged rib eye with a hollandaise sauce (made with the meat’s own fat); and a rabbit lasagna accompanied by grilled kidney, green beans, and a consommé with fermented tomato water. —Paula Móvil

99 Restaurante — Santiago

It’s taken Chilean chef Kurt Schmidt three years to reopen his casual fine-dining 99 Restaurant, but a bespoke new space and finely tuned menu means it’s been worth the wait. Tucked away in buzzy gastro-hub CV Galería in upscale Vitacura, the spot offers a calming analog experience that fuses open-fire cooking, flickering candlelight, and a vinyl soundtrack. With 12 guests dining in tandem, the chef and his two-strong team prep in the open kitchen before Schmidt shares details about the nine courses. The menu expresses Chile’s diverse and lengthy terroir: On this occasion, the spotlight was on a single Chilean region, Huasco, and its bounty of ocean-caught and mountain-gathered ingredients such as loco (abalone), mussels, papaya, and kid goat—wrapped in vine leaves—all sourced from small producers and artfully paired with local vintages. —Sorrel Moseley Williams

Ciumbia — Milan

Sèm chì! We are here! Ciumbia is a very Milanese exclamation, akin to wow in the local dialect. And indeed, the food at this restaurant in the Brera district is a triumph of hyperlocal dishes, the kind any child of Milano would have had at their grandparents’ when they were little: cotoletta, veal Marsala scaloppine, Russian salad, quinto quarto, but also delicious vegetarian dishes like asparagus flan. Here is a classic trattoria—just cooler and filled with a pleasant and different clientele (the restaurant is majority-owned by Leonardo Del Vecchio of the Luxottica family)—and the food makes for a decidedly lighter meal compared to the original recipes of old. The interiors by Dimore Studio are splendid, evoking Milanese architecture from the 1960s and 1970s in its solid elements and dark tones. And it’s centrally located in a neighborhood where crowds of tourists sit at the outdoor tables of cafés and restaurants. But Ciumbia is a touch different. You have to know it to find it, since you wouldn’t be able to tell how special it is from the outside, like it so often happens in Milan. And when you do: You’ll realize you’re in exactly the right place, where you need to be. N.B. There’s also a private club. —Maddalena Fossati

Saporium in Florence turns dinner into a full-on experience with an open kitchen and a 1950s-style dining room.

Saporium — Florence

Amid mirrors, crystal chandeliers, and lush greenery in a 1950s-style dining room, a gourmet meal at Saporium feels like a night at the theater. In the open kitchen, chef Ariel Hagen, a homegrown wunderkind, finishes his dishes with a set of perfect gestures one could watch forever—but only until the food is set on the table to amaze with its scents, textures, and flavors, whether from land or sea—even the strictly vegetarian fare leaps off the plate, leaving audiences-slash-diners with the idea that haute cuisine without animal protein is spectacular and well-deserving of an encore. Every ingredient is from Tuscany, organic and seasonal, and often comes straight from the farms and gardens of one of the most luxurious resorts in the region and all of Italy: Borgo Santo Pietro. —Sara Magro

Kozo — Kigali, Rwanda

The latest iteration of Kōzo—a self-proclaimed “dining journey” known for its fusion of Afro-Asian cuisine, originally launched in Accra—is the brainchild of Thai -Dutch executive chef Sakorn Somboon. Tucked into the hillsides of Kigali’s Kimihurura neighborhood, the restaurant offers a sparkling skyline view that sets the stage for a culinary experience as diverse as the cultures it represents. The monochromatic space, adorned with modern African art and bright pops of color alongside natural elements, is an open-concept design that flows seamlessly from the main dining area to the bar and terraces. The menu theme changes every three months and is designed to be shared. The chef described the next menu concept—Sea Breeze—as citrusy, sparkling, umami-rich, and focused on locally sourced meat inspired by his recent trip home to Southeast Asia. Among standouts are the Akabanga beef spring rolls and rock shrimp with spicy mayo to start; and the wok tiger prawns (imported every week from Kenya) cooked in a chili-garlic sauce with ginger and fresh basil, served with green beans. The slow-cooked lamb in a cardamom curry with a plantain mash is divine, and the sizzling beef served in a steaming cast-iron pan is a show in itself. Sip bartender Tresor Twishime’s Forest Negroni—a twist on the classic with clove smoke and locally distilled Imizi botanical rum. — Alicia-Rae Light

Coqodaq — New York

As if dining at NoMad's beloved COTE Korean Steakhouse wasn't enough of an experience, the team behind it has opened Coqodaq one block over on 22nd Street. The team describes Coqodaq as “a fried chicken cathedral," and such drama is not facetious. Eating with your fingers is the name of the game here, so it makes sense that a lavish hand-washing station welcomes guests at the entryway—less expected is the population of luxury products, including a soap embossed with the bold font of the Loewe logo. From here, you're free to feast to your heart's content. The signature fried chicken bucket ($38 per person, with drumsticks, wings, and thighs) is accompanied by a delicate roasted chicken cosommé, bright ban-chan, and a seasonal frozen yogurt to finish. If you feel the need to splurge, there's really only one way to do so: the golden nugget, topped either with ocean trout roe $16 per nugget) or Golden Daurenki caviar ($28 per nugget). The atmosphere prevents its guests from slipping into any level of a food coma siesta, as the oontz oontz of hot club music reverberates off the vaulted ceilings. Not to mention, Coqodaq fries their food in cultured oil and uses a gluten-free flour blend that includes rice floor. Digestive issues, for once, are not a concern here. — Charlie Hobbs

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Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism: ITE HCMC 2024: Pioneering Sustainable Tourism for a Creating Future

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the only travel expo in the region featuring an International Buyers' Program The 18 th edition of the International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2024), is expected to attract 220 international hosted buyers from 40 countries and territories , facilitating over 10,000 business appointments . This initiative underscores the event's commitment to offering unparalleled opportunities for direct B2B engagements between international and Vietnamese tourism businesses.

ITE HCMC is set to take place from September 5th to 7th, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in District 7. Under the theme "Responsible Travel, Creating Future" , ITE HCMC 2024 is dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism practices and showcasing innovative tourism products and services that meet the rigorous and diverse demands of the international travel market.

Embracing the Digital Transformation in Tourism

Recognizing the imperative of digital transformation in the tourism industry, especially in the wake of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the significant impact of the pandemic, ITE HCMC 2024 aims to lead the charge in integrating digital solutions. The event will feature a blend of traditional in-person exhibitions and online components, including 2D virtual booths equipped with interactive functionalities such as live chat, email, and appointment scheduling, thereby catering to the high demand from exhibitors and trade visitors alike.

Expanding Reach and Enhancing Collaboration

The scale of ITE HCMC 2024 is set to surpass previous editions, with an anticipated participation of over 500 exhibiting companies and brands . These will include international tourism promotion agencies, local tourism bureaus, travel agencies, accommodation providers, airlines, and transportation companies, among others.

A Hub for High-level Dialogue and Innovation

ITE HCMC 2024 will host a series of conferences, forums, and workshops, acting as a nexus for high-level discussions between government officials, tourism experts, business leaders, and other stakeholders. The focus will be on strategic, policy, and technological innovations to drive sustainable and responsible tourism development. Highlighting this year's agenda is the High-Level Tourism Forum with the theme "Responsible Travel, Creating Future," expected to draw participation from over 200 delegates.

Enhancing the Visitor Experience

Aiming to optimize attendee experience, ITE HCMC 2024 will thoughtfully arrange functional zones, including areas dedicated to local experiences such as handicrafts, coffee, and folk art, thereby creating distinctive cultural highlights. This organization ensures that visitors can efficiently navigate the expo, discovering and engaging with the rich diversity of tourism offerings.

Commitment to Sustainable Tourism

Mrs Bui Thi Ngoc Hieu, Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism , expressed, "With the esteemed participation of estemmed ministry of tourism, promotion & management agencies and renowned tourism experts, both domestic and international, ITE HCMC 2024, themed 'Responsible Travel, Creating Future,' promises to be a forum rich in practical solutions and groundbreaking initiatives. It will play a crucial role in raising awareness and commitment towards sustainable tourism, affirming the expo's status as the leading event in the region."

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