Hanoi Cocktail bars: 6 hand-picked places

A cozy bar crafting cocktails with local Vietnamese ingredients. The Guava Sling stands out for its fresh fruit aroma and well-balanced flavor. DJs play hip-hop, disco, and house.

A basement cocktail bar themed around retro music. Sip cocktails inspired by music from the 1990s and 2000s while listening to R&B, soul and hip-hop. Low lighting and vinyl record decor create a relaxed atmosphere.

A cozy, tucked-away cocktail bar with an attic-like feel. Cocktails are tailored to your taste and stand out for their balance; the pho-inspired cocktail is a signature. Live music fills the bar on weekends.

Sip cocktails and draft beer while listening to live music in the evening. The menu includes espresso martinis, daiquiris, mojitos, and margaritas; later at night, DJ sets and dancing bring the energy up. Seating is available indoors and along the street.

A cocktail bar inspired by Asian culture and Vietnamese folk art, serving story-driven seasonal cocktails. The Dancing Leaf is bright, sweet and tart. Lush rooftop greenery and mellow music create a cozy atmosphere.

A taproom run by a Vietnamese craft beer brand, serving beers from several breweries alongside New York–style pizza. Staff can recommend a beer to suit your taste, and the spacious outdoor terrace is a lovely spot for a drink overlooking West Lake.