The cocktail bars named
| Bar | Style | What sources say |
|---|---|---|
| Nê Cocktail Bar | Speakeasy | 3B Tong Duy Tan Street, near train street; opened 2017; Pho Cocktail and a Negroni-themed menu |
| Kumquat Tree | Speakeasy | Secret-code entry, old Vietnamese furnishings, occasional DJ |
| Polite & Co | Classic bar | Started as a pub in 1995, now leaning towards cocktails |
| Jigger, Mad Botanist, Cà Phê Hai Bồn | Cocktail bars | Named in a press ranking |
| The Black Sheep | Artsy Old Quarter bar | Theatre-like decor |
Addresses other than Nê are not all given in the sources: find them on a map before going, and check they are open, as bars of this type close or move.
Cocktails or rooftop?
For the view more than the menu, read rooftop bars. For beer, see craft beer. Train street is described in its page.
Bar crawls and experiences
| Crawl | Duration | Rating | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry | about 4 h | 4.8 / 5, 109 reviews | from about $51 to $52 |
| Hanoi Nightlife Bar Crawl | about 3.5 h | 5 / 5, 45 to 54 reviews | from about $47 to $52 |
| Secret Cocktail Experience | 3 h | to check | about $79 |
We found no cocktail-making class in Hanoi. Details of the crawls and bia hoi: the bar crawl.
Tips
- Alcohol and public drunkenness have rules: read alcohol in Vietnam.
- Watch your drink and go home by Grab: see safety in Hanoi.
- Book crawls in advance; one review mentions a cancellation for lack of participants.
FAQ
What is the best speakeasy in Hanoi?
Nê Cocktail Bar is the best documented; Kumquat Tree is named for its code entry.
How much is a bar crawl?
From about $47 to $52 with drinks and club entry.
Are there cocktail classes?
We did not find any.
