CAFE DE ART Address: 11 Bao Khanh - Hoan Kiem - Hanoi.
Authentic traditional French cuisine. Pleasant surroundings with art from Vietnam
AL FRESCO'S Address: 23L Hai Ba Trung - Hoan Kiem - Hanoi.
Popular bar with an open aspect in this excellent Hanoi venue. Full range of wines, beers, spirits and more. Professional, attentive service, good value. Long a favourite of Hanoi residents and visitors to the city. Open all day for food & drinks.
BOBBY CHINN BAR Address: 1 Ba Trieu - Hoan Kiem - Hanoi.
Internationally acclaimed chef Bobby Chinn prodcues an interesting mix of western and Vietnamese creations served in a beautifully designed space. Highly by many, and not as pricey as it looks.
CAFE 9 @ Address: 9-11 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Pleasant terraced courtyard leading into various themed rooms and areas. Cafe 9 @ serves great food (choose from over a hundred Asian and European preparations), a selection of coffees, cocktails, beers, juices and more. Also features a branch of CHEZ GUIDO for pizza lovers. A very popular spot with young Saigonese and foreigners alike. Recommended.
ALLEZ BOO Address: 197 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Popular bar serving drinks and decent food in the heart of Pham Ngu Lao. Also popular with the younger expat crew. Bamboo decor and open aspect lend a tropical air. Winner of "The Guide Award" for "Best Cheap Eats" from 2000 to 2003, and "Best Bar in Saigon" from 2004 to 2005. An Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
BLUE GECKO Address: 31 Ly Tu Trong, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Popular expat sports bar catering in particular to the Australian community (meat pies available at the bar). Australian news every night, live Aussie Rules Football, rugby, Premiership soccer, Formula One etc., plus pool table, darts and good music. Happy hour every night from opening (5:00 pm) 'til 7:00 pm features discounted drinks and regular free chocolate vodkas. Recommended.
THE SPOTTED COW Address: 23C Hai Ba Trung.
One of the most popular watering holes in Hanoi. More than a little raucous, with no frills and drawing a good crowd. Some food available including a very passable Fish"n Chips, but most come here for the beer.
BOP JAZZ CLUB Address: 8A1/D1 Thai Van Lung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
The latest addition to the Wild Horse entertainment scene is BOP night club, the hottest joint in town. Let our talented musicians delight and entertain as you relax in a sophisticated ambience, sink a favourite cocktail and let the cool sounds of jazz and rock roll over you. An Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
BOTTOM LINE Address: 21B Ton Duc Thang, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Fun new bar and restaurant featuring a wide range of cocktails, large-screen TV for all your favourite sporting events, free pool table, very friendly and attentive service and great food. Good times guaranteed every night. Open late. An Vietnamhotelz favourite.
CAFE LATIN Address: 19-21 Dong Du, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City,.
Second Saigon venue for this very popular bar & restaurant, especially with Saigon's expatriate & rugby football crowds. Wide range of drinks including ice-cold beers, cocktails, short drinks, wines, fresh fruit juices coffees etc. Sports TV with big screen for major events. Happy hour every day from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. An Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
CARRERA CLUB Address: 9A Le Thanh Ton, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Pleasant bar, club & restaurant with al fresco terrace seating and stylish dining room and bar. Wide ranging menu featuring European and Asian specialities. Open from 7am for breakfast until late. Recommended.
LA CASA LATINA Address: 11 Thai Van Lung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Excellent bar & lounge featuring cool latin sounds, snacks, Tapas and full restaurant menu. Open everyday for lunch and throughout the afternoon and evening (closed Sunday afternoons). A major draw here is the Latin Salsa dancing lessons held every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday night. Recommended.
CATWALK CLUB & KARAOKE Address: 76 Le Lai - District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Sophisticated, stylish discothque conveniently located in the East Wing of the New World Hotel. International DJs play the latest sounds while the the club's 100+ hostesses are available for dancing and conversation. The CATWALK KARAOKE suites are among the most elegant in town, offering privacy, luxury and the latest in Karaoke technology. Plenty of hostesses are available for duets. Recommended.
EDEN BAR Address: 236 De Tham, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Good value, tropical style bar & cafe in the heart of the budget traveller disstrict. A favourite with the pink traveller set among many others, the bar and cafe offers a friendly welcome, attentive service and very good international food (great burgers) plus a well-priced drinks list. Recommended.
ENIGMA Address: 20 Thi Sach, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Saigon's first dedicated wine bar and cocktail bar stocking over 138 different wines from around the world, with more than 20 available by the glass - and not at the usual silly prices charged in the city. Exceptional food also available from a wide-ranging and somewhat eclectic menu, comfortable lounge area upstairs and plenty of theme nights offering great discounts across the board. An Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
JACC'S Address: 49 Hai Ba Trung - Hoan Kiem - Hanoi.
Very popular spot featuring a stylish bar and popular restaurant serving cocktails, a wide range of beers and spirits, fine wines plus execllent food in a great setting. Occasional barbecues, Friday night specials including "bottomless" glass of wine. A favourite venue of Hanoi”s expatriate community.
GO2 BAR & LOUNGE Address: 187 De Tham, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Fun bar, cafe & club featuring funky style (shades of Austin Powers very evident!), good, well-priced food, decent music and a great location overlooking De Tham and Bui Vien streets in the heart of Backpackerville. Sister operation to the famous Allez Boo Bar, popular and open late. Recommended.
HAVANA BAR & CAFE Address: 25B Tran Cao Van, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Hot Latin American music, decor, food & drink at this stylish international restaurant, cafe & bar featuring regular live music, extensive and reasonably priced menu, comprhensive cocktail list and friendly & attentive service. A popular venue with both local Vietnamese and foreign visitors to Saigon. Recommended.
HOA VIEN Address: 28 Bis Mac Dinh Chi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Great Czech beer garden and micro-brewery with seating for over 600 people. Czech master brewer produces some excellent beers Sporting events shown ive on big-screen TV. Great Czech & local food. Good value and great fun. Recommended.
ICE BLUE Address: 54 Dong Khoi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Very popular bar in the centre of town. Long a favourite expat watering hole, Ice Blue features darts, happy hour from 4:00pm to 8:00pm, free popcorn, efficient service. Now serving sandwiches and bar snacks. An Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
JUICE BAR Address: 49 Mac Thi Buoi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Freshly squezzed fruit juices, smoothies & shakes including plenty of healthy options to assist your detox programme. By night the venue transforms itself into a stylish cocktail bar featuring a comprehensive drinks menu. Good food too. A Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
LONG PHI Address: Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Popular bar well patronised by French expats, tourists and others. Cocktails, beers, spirits etc plus tasty French-inspired bar snacks are all on offer. Long Phi also features a pool table, daily papers & the loud music ensures the joint is jumping 'til the early hours. A Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
LA MARINE (MARINE CLUB) Address: 17A4 Le Thanh Ton, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Long a favourite with Saigon's expat community, La Marine features a cosy bar with occasional live piano entertainment and jazz evenings. The bar & restaurant also offers some excellent French and European cuisine plus tasty wood-fired pizzas. Recommended.
MOGAMBO Address: 20 Bis Thi Sach, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Fun, popular bar and grill in the heart of Saigon. Tropical, bamboo decor, friendly and very efficient service. Open all day from 7am to 11pm. Mogambo also offers satellite TV with CNN, BBC, sports etc., plus feature films from a well-stocked DVD library, together with free high-speed WIFI Internet access. Plus great American & Tex-Mex food at reasonable prices. A Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
Q BAR Address: 7 Lam Son Square - District 1 - Ho Chi Minh City.
A Saigon classic since the early 1990's - stylish, sophisticated and cool, open late and very popular with expats, tourists & locals alike. Great cocktails, great sounds, great company. Now incorporating Qucina Restaurant next door for great food & service. A Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
QING Address: 31 Dong Du, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Stylish new wine bar and restaurant featuring a comprehensive selection of wines from around the world with many available by the glass. Unique semi-enclosed terrace area for al fresco dining and imbibing. Guests can also enjoy great Thai-inspired cuisine from Qing's short but delicious menu.
A Vietnamhotelz Favourite.
THE PINK ELEPHANT Address: 17/14 Le Thanh Ton, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Obviously a favourite! The Pink Elephant Bar is the only British-run bar in Saigon, offering a hearty British welcome to all comers, and hearty British food & drink to boot. The comfortable bar offers a wide selection of imported & local beers, a comprehensive wine list and even cider and is an ideal place for a quick drink to quench the thirst at any time of the day. Recommended.
APOCALYPSE NOW Address: 25C Hoa Ma - Hoan Kiem - Hanoi.
A Hanoi classic for over seven years. Loud, raucous, fun and usually open very, very late. Watch out for the many "ladies of dubious virtue" who tend to congregate here most nights. Whatever, the place remains affordable fun in the heart of the city.
SANGO - AQUARIUM BAR Address: 21 Thai Van Lung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City,.
A unique venue in central Saigon, Sango is a tranquil oasis of calm where drinkers and diners are surrounded by aquariums full of exotic tropical fish and other marine life. Good food available at the bar or in the first-floor dining room, attentive and friendly service, reasonable prices - Daily Happy Hour from 3pm to 7pm. Recommended.
SKEWERS BAR Address: 21 Thai Van Lung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Brand new location for this great bar & restaurant with a stylish, Mediterranean feel. Good food, good service, decent value. Very popular with both Saigon residents and tourists. Open for lunch & dinner every day. Parties catered for. A Vietnamhotelz Favourite.