The bars and breweries named
| Venue | Area | What the source says |
|---|---|---|
| Pasteur Street Brewing | 1 Au Trieu Street, Hoan Kiem | Key player of the craft scene, known for a Jasmine IPA and a Passionfruit Wheat Ale |
| Standing Bar | Truc Bach, Ba Dinh | Craft beer and tapas, nearly 20 taps, lake-view balcony, vinyl DJ on Fridays |
| Furbrew | Tay Ho (two venues) | Known for a pho-flavoured beer |
| Turtle Lake Brewing | Tay Ho | Lakeside brewery with the brewing visible through glass |
| Hanoi Cider Co. | Nghi Tam | A cider bar between Tay Ho and the Old Quarter, for a change from beer |
We found no proof that other well-known breweries from Ho Chi Minh City have a bar in Hanoi. Prices and hours: not given in the sources, check the menu on site.
Craft beer or bia hoi?
Bia hoi is fresh beer brewed the same day and served on the street for a few thousand dong; craft beer is pricier and drunk in bars. For bia hoi corners, see the bar crawl and alcohol in Vietnam.
Which tour?
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Indicative price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Fresh Beer and Culinary Tour with Train Street | 3.5 h | 4.7 to 4.8 / 5, 15 to 27 reviews | from about $30 | Bun cha at 38 Bat Su Street then beer tasting at a local brewery; mostly local fresh beer |
| Hidden Craft Beer Tasting and bia hoi cooking experience | 2 h | to check | about $38 | The most craft-focused option: dishes and a beer flight |
| Exclusive Craft Beer Bus | 4 h | to check | about $32 | Small group; few details |
None of the tours we found visits a true production brewery: confirm the stops with the organiser.
Getting home safely
Go home by Grab: read taxi scams. To end the night: rooftop bars or cocktail bars.
FAQ
Where can I drink craft beer in Hanoi?
Pasteur Street Brewing in the centre, Standing Bar in Truc Bach, Furbrew and Turtle Lake in Tay Ho.
How much is a tasting tour?
Between about $30 and $38 for the options found.
What is the difference with bia hoi?
Bia hoi is a very cheap local fresh beer; craft beer is pricier and more aromatic.
