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Alibi, 11 Thai Van Lung, D1
Casual lounge style bar in downtown area.
Alibi has a pleasant courtyard out front with a comfortable, casual lounge bar interior. Relax back listening to cool latin sounds. Quality atmosphere without being too expensive.
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Allez Boo, 195 Pham Ngu Lao, D1
A longtime favorite of many recently reopened in this location
Allez Boo has been around for a long time under different guises in various locations. Reopened in August on the corner of De Tham and Pham Ngu Lao its prominent position and popularity returns. Street level al Fresco bar, air-con bar upstairs with top level balcony bar. Music is always pumping. Drinks and food priced a bit above average but Allez Boo will attract punters again.
[ Tel: (84.8) 32915424 ]
[ info@allezboo.com, ]
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" Decor okay, very noisy at street level so moved up to airconditioned bar. Service quite good but drink prices a bit high for the area. Moved on to another bar later."
- Gary And Jane, Scotland, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )
" New location gets busy downstairs, bar upstairs okay to watch people go by. Drinks are a bit more expensive than other nearby places. Staff a bit pushy!"
- Sarah H, Bangkok, Thailand, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )
Amber Room, 1st Floor, 59 Dong Du, D1
Cosy afternoon or nightime retreat for that romantic rendezvous.
The Amber Room is a small, cosy but quite luxurious venue for a casual cocktail. They have recently started to serve light lunches and evening meals and can offer the perfect wine to accompany your selection. Thursday evenings is funk and disco music to enjoy.
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Bia Tuoi Tiep, 107 Pasteur, D1
Czech beerhouse and restaurant.
A typical European beerhall decorated in timber and brew equipment. TV screens to watch sport. Dark and blond beers served from 80,000 VND per litre. Full menu of Vietnamese dishes.
[ Tel: (84.8) 3824 8619 ]
[ www.biatuoitiepvn.com, ]
Blue Gecko, 31 Ly Tu Trong Street, D1
The haunt of Australians in Saigon.
Established over ten years ago this Aussie Pub attracts a crowd whenever rugby, league or football matches are up on screen. A single large pool table, darts boards, and the beat of the music keeps the place humming between sports programs. Well patronised by local expats as well as just about every Aussie that visits the city. Happy hour 5pm to 7pm daily. 20,000 VND draught beers, 20% off other selected drinks.
[ Simon Nguyen, Tel: (84.8) 38230324, Mob: 0903 933850 ]
[ simon@hcm.vnn.vn,
www.bluegeckosaigon.com ]
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" Great place but crowded. Spoilt by all the Aussies!!"
- Mike, Wellington, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )
Blue Salute, 22 Ngo Van Nam, D1
New bar on the block, just off Le Thanh Ton in the revamped entertainment area. Upmarket and friendly.
New bar on the block, just off Le Thanh Ton in the revamped entertainment area. Upmarket decor, comfortable lounge bar downstairs, lounge upstairs. French owners and good staff. Happy hour draft beers until 9pm daily. Good food selection. Music, darts. Has live music some nights from 9pm.
[ Alexandre Huynh, Tel: (84.8) 3829 1483, Mob: 090 272 3853 ]
[ huynh777@gmail.com, ]
Boathouse, 36 Thao Dien, D2
Riverside restaurant serving a good range of local seafoods, burgers, fish & chips and other favorites.
Riverside restaurant serving a good range of local seafoods, burgers, fish & chips and other favorites. Shaded tables on large outdoor deck area with smaller indoor dining area. Located in APSC compound.
[ Tel: (84.8) 37446790 ]
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Boston Pizza Sports Bar, 28/2 Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao, D1
Large sports bar in Pham Ngu Lau
At long last the Pham Ngu Lao area has a dedicated sports bar with the recent opening of Boston Pizza Sports Bar. Located near the end of Chua An Lae and Bui Vien (28/2 - 28/4 Bui Vien) this street and underground bar should become a popular venue for sports enthusiasts looking for a larger air conditioned sports bar, some good food, and a comfortable venue to meet up with your friends.
Happy hours, Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm, have Toger draught beer at 22,000 VND. Thursday 3pm - 10pm is Ladies Night with 2 for 1 coktails for ladies, with special meal deals on Monday, 3pm-10pm, 2 for 1 gourmet pizzas, and on Tuesday 3pm - 10pm, tasty chicken wings at 5000 VND each.
Being located within hotel premises, Boston Sports Bar is able to offer longer opening hours, (6am to 3am daily) so no excuses in not being able to see early morning football or international sporting events. Most live sports will be screened, so check out their daily screening schedule or request your preferences. While there, why not have a bite to eat. Boston's gourmet pizzas and pastas, burgers, sandwiches and bar snacks are available. English style breakfast served from 6.30am every day.
[ Eddie, , Mob: 090 3048983 ]
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" Nice new sports bar in Backpacker area. Air conditioned, clean, good food and conveniently located. Worth a visit."
- Peter, Australia, ( Thu 8 Apr 2010 )
Buddha Bar & Grill, 7 Thao Dien, An Phu, D2
Popular casual lounge bar and bistro.
The Buddha is a comfortable restaurant serving good meals and drinks. Now offering live music every Saturday from 8pm to 11pm., planning to be extended to Monday thru Thursday later in October.
[ Tel: (84.8) 37442080 ]
[ info@buddhasaigon.com, ]
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Centro, 11-13 Lam Son Square, D1
Right in the heart of the city
Centro has live music, good food and wine. Conveniently located right in the heart of the city adjacent to the Opera House.
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Cepage, 2nd Floor, Lancaster Bldg, 22 Le Thanh Ton, D1
An elegant and romantic restaurant bar with one of the best wine lists.
Notable for one of the best international wine lists around where you can select from over 250 imported quality wines. The surroundings are elegant and attracts a selection of expats, wealthy locals and guests from nearby top hotels. Also offers a cigar room adjacent.
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Chilli Pub Saigon, 104 Ho Tung Mau, D1
Just opened bringing the friendly atmosphere of the Dong Du "Chilli Bar" across to the Ho Tung Mau area.
Fifi and staff bring the friendly Chilli atmosphere to this new pub. Nice clean decor, cool lighting, music, sports tv, cold beer, food, and the friendly girls to look after you. Small selection of bar food includes chilli concarne of course! Great darts area featuring computerised scoring system!
[ Fifi, Tel: (84.8) 098 376 3372 ]
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" Cozy place, with friendly and attractive staff. I personally find the place too hot for me, due to the poor aircon system. Please consider adding more power to the cooling system."
- Peter2, Malaysia, ( Wed 30 Dec 2009 )
Chique, 16th Floor, Landmark Bldg, 5 Ton Duc Thang, D1
Lounge bar with panoramic view over city.
Located on the top of the Landmark building this lounge bar has a great view across the city and Saigon river. Has an outdoor pool area and this venue is frequently used for parties and business group events.
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Ciao Lounge, 74-76 Nguyen Hue, D1
Trendy lounge bar with retro modern decor.
Ciao is a trendy upstairs lounge bar, attractive with modern retro decor, known by locals and travelers.
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Coriander, 185 Bui Vien, D1
Informal Thai restaurant in heart of backpackers area.
Small Thai restaurant in Backpackers area is fast becoming popular for its seafood, pad thai, green curries and other authentic Thai dishes. Extensive Asia menu. Open until 11.30pm daily.
[ Tel: (84.8) 3837 1311 ]
Corso Steakhouse & Bar, Norfolk Hotel, 117 Le Thanh Ton, D1
Cuisine themes complement this bistro experience.
Indulge yourself in a steak experience, enjoy popular food promotions such as an Australian Oyster seafood experience, accompanied by a selection of fine imported wines.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38295368 ]
[ corsobistro@norfolkhotel.com.vn, ]
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Cranberry Cafe & Pub, 45 Thon That Thiep, D1
Quiet up-market lounge great for private parties.
Getting its name from the cranberry red furnishings, this lounge bar is a great place for you and a party of friends to enjoy, drinks, cocktails, and draught beers from frosted mugs.
[ Tel: (84.8) 39140991 ]
Dragons Nest, 186 Nguyen Van Huong, D2
Fine dining at the best beef restaurant in town.
With a recommended fine food menu, the finest wines, Dragons nest is the only Gold Certified Black Angus beef restaurant in Vietnam.
[ Tel: (84.8) 62712072 ]
[ info@dragonsnest.com.vn, ]
Gartenstadt German Restaurant, 34 Dong Khoi, D1
Saigons' original German restaurant and bierkeller.
This small bar on Dong Khoi has a German theme to its surroundings, the cuisine, and to the Krombacher beer on tap. While the imported beers are naturally on the expensive side, happy hour specials are offered on local beers and other draught beer. The food menu is European with a distinct German style.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38223623 ]
[ gartenstadt@vtplimited.com, ]
Giang River Bar, 159 Bui Vien, D1
Giang River is a small bar at the western end of Bui Vien.
Tidy, small bar located at the top end of Bui Vien. Local and imported beers. Sit outside and watch the world go by or have a game of pool.
[ Johnny & Giang, Tel: (84.8) 38368892, Mob: 0932682728 ]
Ginger 60, 60 Ton That Thiep, D1
Modern VN bar, good wine list
Recently opened on T.T.Thiep (Oct) this is a bar popular with local Vietnamese business people. Good staff who make an effort. Cocktails and wine are expensive but usual beers are typical. Worth a visit.
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" Girls put on a great night for Halloween getting dressed up in the mood, also good Hawaiian night for a lot of laughs. Thanks."
- Trung, Hcmc, ( Thu 19 Nov 2009 )
Go2, 187 De Tham, D1
Neon bar in backpackers area, traveler zone favorite.
On the corner of De Tham and Bui Vien, GO2 is a multi level entertainment venue. The pavement seating and bar area is great for relaxing and watching the world pass by. Pooltable. Upstairs is a popular late night DJ music and dance area with a casual BBQ restaurant located on the rooftop level. Colourful!
[ Tel: (84.8) 38322389 ]
Hard Rock Cafe, Intercontinental Hotel, Hai Ba Trung, D1
Hard Rock Cafe comes to Saigon
All the usual great decor, food and fun you expect from this franchise is now available in Saigon.
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Ice Blue, 54 Dong Khoi, Q1
Haunt of the regular darts teams and all-round great expat bar.
Local businessmen, expats and a sprinkling of tourists gravitate to Ice Blue for its friendly staff, darts fanatics and rerasonable prices. Popular after work bar.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38222644 ]
Insomnia, 13b Le Thanh Ton, D1
Casual local bar with stylish atmosphere.
A comfortable, intimate bar with a good rock music collection. The artwork and decor creates a stylish atmosphere while staff are friendly but unobtrusive. Popular for that late night liaison.
[ Thuy, ]
Jaspas, 33 Dong Khoi, D1
City meeting point with Italian style menu.
JJ's Total Sport New York Bar & Bistro, 28 Pham Ngoc Thach, D3
Large sports bar with music and entertainment
Sourcing its theme and decor from typical up-market New York sports bars, this new venue will provide Vietnamese locals and ex-pats an all-inclusive entertainment venue with space to spare. Satelite sport channels with 30 tvs. Finger licking food with cold drafts of beer. Good music with friendly staff. Large game area with many selection of games. Located just north of Cathedral Square and roundabout it's still convenient for city revellers.
Comfortable sofas abound in this massive bar. Three serving bars as well as a bistro, indoor brick barbecue, magazines, free high speed wifi, and the DJ pumping out just the music you like. Pool table, darts and games to keep you busy. For the extremely energetic, why not try out the rock climbing wall outside!
Food selection ranges from sandwiches and burgers to bar snacks such as fries or wedges. San Miguel on draught at 39,000 VND, with a full range of bottled beers. Iced coffees 28,000 VND, great range of coffees and teas, plus a range of liqueur coffees to get your party night off to a great start.
[ James Do, Tel: (84.8) 38257900, Mob: 090 932 0291 ]
[ jdo@totalsportny.com, ]
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" This is a large bar, very comfortable sofas, great coffees and food. Music is pumping and a great bar to get together with your friends at the end of the week."
- Malc, Melbourne, ( Mon 20 Jul 2009 )
K Cafe Restaurant, 28 Do Quang Dau Street, District 1
Best value for your money French bistro in saigon, serving an authentic and tasteful French cuisine, at the city center heart of tourism district.
Without doubt the best value for your money in the whole town. You will find here high quality dishes, cooked before you (no bull!) at very competitive price, with good serving, without sacrificing the quality in a nice French bistro atmosphere. what else can you ask for? Down-to-hearth and very good atmosphere at the bar during the French "aperitif".
[ Paul Euvrard, Tel: (84.8) 39134673, Mob: 0903852956 ]
[ contact@kcafevietnam.com, ]
La Habana, 6 Cao Ba Quat, D1
Live Latin band music five nights a week
La Habana is a Latin style bar offering live music five nights a week from 8pm. Also venue for salsa and swing dance classes every Tuesday, beginners and intermediate. Email for class details.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38295180 ]
[ salsaigon@gmail.com, ]
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" Excellent late night music venue, the place jumps with latin, jazz, R&B and attracts locals, expats, and travelers. Great courtyard area. very comfortable. Good dancing."
- Jane H, Kuala Lumpur, ( Wed 17 Sep 2008 )
Le Pub, 175/22 Pham Ngu Lau, D1
Favorite watering hole for many in Pham Ngu Lau.
Lion Brewery, 11c Lam Son Square, D1
Micro brewery located in city central.
A perhaps over-large bar located in the hotel district of the city next to the Caravelle Hotel. The micro brewery provide some character along with a traditional German Octoberfest style menu. Range of prices from budget upwards.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38238514 ]
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Lush, 2 Ly Tu Trong, D1
One of the hippest places to be seen late at night.
This modern bar plays lively, and loud, music with a good DJ. A bistro style restaurant out front provides a reasonable menu but most people come here for the music, the young business crowd and the humming late night atmosphere. Not the cheapest place around!
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" Truley a disapointment. It is a poor imitation of a hipster late 80's early 90's disco. basically just a place to show off at due to its reputation as being the place to be. Lousy drinks, and tired music that is the same all the time"
- Mike Farron, Hcmc For 15 Years, ( Tue 30 Mar 2010 )
M52 Bar, 34 Ton That Thiep, D1
Just moved further along the street
Popular with the ex-pat after work drinks crowd, M52 is continuing its reputation as one of the friendly bars. Chat to Van and her girls, play darts, have a relaxing drink. Three for two happy hour drinks every night until 7pm.
[ Van, Tel: (84.8) 38210151, Mob: 0908972898 ]
[ van_m52@yahoo.com, ]
May Man Cafe, 224 De Tham, D1
Small sports bar, fully air-cond and good food.
Previously known as Lucky Cafe,this is one of the few all-aircnditioned bars for your comfort. From outside it looks rather small but has a rear bar that is comfortable. Popular bar for travelers watching Euro football, international rugby and cricket. Carlsberg beer on tap. Food menu has pizza, pasta focus with Vietnamese local dishes. Some excellent Japanese and local set menu options. Excellent prices.
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" Deceptive from outside. Air con comfort, restaurant & bar at front with sports bar at rear. Friendly staff. FREE WiFi. Good food. Pizzas are good, as are Japanese set menus. Watch football and rugby here. Carlsberg on tap, large Tiger bottles a good buy."
- Malc, New Zealand, ( Sat 13 Sep 2008 )
" Lively little bar when rugby or football games are on. Food good and prices good. Great place when it is raining outside."
- Jack, Southampton, Uk, ( Sun 14 Sep 2008 )
Mogambos, 50 Pasteur Street, D1
Long established American style bar and restaurant.
If you want some of the best steaks, burgers and salads around Mogambos is for you. Solid reputation for American style cuisine with TexMex specialties, and companionable atmosphere.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38251311 ]
[ mogambo@saigonnet.vn, ]
Momo Bar, 15c Thi Sach, D1
Small rooftop bar in business hotel sector.
MoMo is another of the rooftop bars run by these ladies. A small bar for alfresco rooftop relaxing, good selection of cocktails, wine and small food menu available. Located on the sixth floor above Japanese style kareoke lounges it's a bit of a climb up!
[ Annie, ]
Moon Bar, 70 Pasteur, D1
New Moon Bar opened in October 08
MZ Wine Restaurant, 56 Bui Thi Xuan, D1
New entrant into the upmarket Cafe/Bar scene
Opened on the 9th January 2010, MZ is moving upmarket with slick decor, good music, food and wine. Live bands will get you on the dance floor, very popular with VN people. Wine, drinks and good food menu.
[ Kris Goetghebeur, Tel: (84.8) 39255258, Mob: 0909 815 784 ]
[ kris.goetghebeur@m-zing.com, ]
Neil's Denmark Bar, 207 Bui Vien Street, Phan Ngu Lau, D1
Friendly bar under new management
Moving from very small bar around corner, Thanh is resurecting this bar with revised decor, very reasonably priced drinks, open-all-hours approach.
[ Tel: (84.8) 0935 343 022 ]
[ luuthianh_vt06@yahoo.com, ]
Nguyen Du Brauhoff, 98 Nguyen Du, D1
In true Bavarian style this boutique brewery has the beer and solid dishes to suit a hearty appetite.
German-style beer is brewed onsite in a micro-brewery and served in extra large glasses. The extensive menu is also in hearty German style with a selection of Vietnamese dishes also available.
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Number 5 Bar , 44 Pasteur Street, D1
Popular expat run European sports bar of long standing.
The trademark style of owner Heinz can be seen in the modern decor and long curved bar. Watch your favorite Euro sport on the selection of TV's, play darts or just catch up with friends. Popular expat spot to watch AFL Aussie Rules football.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38256300 ]
[ heinzvn@gmail.com, ]
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" Lunch menu is good if you want a decent portion along with a cold beer."
- Ian W, Hcmc, ( Thu 19 Nov 2009 )
O'Briens Factory, 74 Hai Ba Trung Street, D1
Famous for its convenient location and it's happy hour!
One More, My Khanh Iii, Ha Huy Tap, D7
Very nice local bar to chill out in.
A good local bar creating a following from local residents. Frequent drinks promotions and happy hour specials.
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Pacharan, 97 Hai Ba Trung St., D1
Spanish tapas place to get together with friends
Every Wednesday evening from 9.00pm Pacharan is the place to go for half-price mojitos, cocktail specials and live music. An extensive bar and restaurant menu of tapas through to European style cuisine. Excellent steaks. Choice of three levels including casual and formal restaurants with street level bar a great meeting place. Sunday night Paella special!
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Phatty's Bar, 46-48 Ton That Thiep, D1
Established sports bar for expat regulars and travelers.
Numerous TV's on the walls and plenty of mirrors make this a popular sports bar for watching rugby, cricket and more. NOW with extra large projection TV. Attracts Aussies, Brits and other travelers interested in sports. Food ranges from bar snacks through to local and western style dishes. Draught beer specials, Tiger 30,000 VND to 7pm daily, 35,000 thereafter. Nice to have a large bar with plenty of space. Play darts too. Get there early when the big games are on!
Food menu is great. A full range of bars snacks from fries, fish & chips, through to great burgers and sandwiches.
Now with the most popular sports screened up on the big screen you get into every bit of the action. Get there early to get a good position to view!
[ Steve Hardy, , Mob: 0907 925 442 ]
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" Good place to watch the All Blacks smash the Wallabies, or watch your favorite sport."
- Malc, Wellington, Nz, ( Thu 18 Sep 2008 )
" Nice to have a large open venue. Good sports tv screens."
- Danny, Hcmc, ( Fri 3 Jul 2009 )
Q Bar, Opera House, 7 Lam Son Square, D1
Late night bar is the place for young locals to be seen.
The intimate atmosphere and clubhouse music beats attract the local business people, has a reputation as a place to be seen, and is often a crowded late night venue.
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Red Drum, No Duc (off Ho Tung Mau), D1
New addition to lower Ho Tung Mau area.
Definite Japanese/Chinese decor themed around a Taiko Drum suspended above the bar. Clean lines, New staff but should attract attention from regulars down that area. Worth a visit.
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River Cafe, Riverside Apartments, 53 Vo Truong Toan, D2
Popular An Phu restaurant especially at weekends.
This restaurant has proven to be a popular venue for local residents in the An Phu district noted for its top quality cuisine. All day breakfasts. Buffet brunch on Sundays accompanied by local jazz musicians.
[ Tel: (84.8) 3744 4111 ]
Rockit Bar & Grille, 2nd Floor, 69 Dong Khoi / 38 Nguyen Hue, District 1
Upscale sports bar, with vista overlooking lively Nguyen Hue Street. All the beers on tap. Wide range of "pub grub" specialising in "grille" items.
Live sports on the big screen TVs, slate pool table, pop-rock music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and new millennium. Conveniently located adjacent to HiFi Niteclub if you want to rock in the evenings.
Extensive Western and Asian style menu, open for lunch and dinner. Look for set lunch specials and attractive offers.
Enjoy the large open area restaurant seating, chat with your friends in cosy booths, or sit around the bar and catch all the live sports action. Take in the view from the large windows overlooking Nguyen Hue Boulevard.
[ Tim, Tel: (84.8) 3823 6230 ]
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" Large, modern sports bar, sit at the bar and watch the sports on screen or sit back in a booth with your friends. Good food menu. Links through to HiFi Niteclub. Very pleasant businessmens bar."
- Malc, Melbourne, ( Sat 23 Jan 2010 )
Rooftop Garden, Rex Hotel, 141 Nguyen Hue, D1
Popular rooftop bar with city views.
The Rex offers a comfortable rooftop bar / restaurant for a relaxed afternoon drink, watching the sunset across the city. Popular for its good value buffets on Friday and Saturday, 7pm to 9pm.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38292185 ]
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Rustic Bar, 15-19 Ton That Thiep, D1
Unpretentious atmosphere in a new bar
This second floor bar,Rustic, is another watering hole to open on this street. Antiqued furniture, oil drum decor and casual atmosphere allow for plenty of sofa space to chill out. Outside balcony looks out onto tree lined street. One of the few bars around town that serve German Warsteiner beer on tap. Local VN jazz band every night, singers, comfortable sofas and surrounds.
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" Art deco styling, soft sofas to sit on, and good live band every night. Beer prices average but bottled wine can get expensive. Good late night venue until midnight."
- David T, London, ( Sat 31 Oct 2009 )
Saigon Saigon Bar, Caravelle Hotel, 19 Lam Son Square, D1
Spectacular view of this river city from rooftop bar.
A popular traveler venue in the evenings with a great panoramic view across the city and Saigon river. Live music from 8pm till late. Light food menu. Cocktail bar.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38234999 ]
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" Unfortunately one of the most overpriced bars around. Charged 107,000 VND for a draught beer last Saturday night!"
- David, Australia, ( Tue 12 May 2009 )
" Nice breezy venue to relax, but some of the staff are very rude. Comments not appreciated by my overseas visitors."
- Nguyen, Hcmc, ( Fri 3 Jul 2009 )
Sandals Restaurant & Bar, 93 Hai Ba Trung, D1
Latest addition to fine dining in the central city.
Opening April 2009
[ Tel: (84.8) 38230103 ]
Sax 'n Art Jazz Club, 28 Le Loi Street, D1
Well established jazz club is a great late night venue to appreciate local jazz.
Since 2004 this jazz club has been at the forefront of jazz and blues in Saigon. A consistent house band lead by noted saxophonist, Tran Manh Tuan, have released numerous CD's and represent some of the top professional musicians the city has to offer. Best nights are Friday and Saturday, though during the week the band often includes other supported local mussos. A late night venue with bands starting after 9pm this is not the cheapest of bars and cocktail prices can be expensive. Also watch out for a $3 USD per head cover charge, so read the outside blackboard for details. Food is limited.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38228472 ]
[ jazz@saxnart.com,
www.saxnart.com ]
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Secrets Bar, 143 Ton That Dam Street, D1
Attractive, comfortable bar with good facilities
Secrets is a new bar with great decor, comfortable seating. Pool table and music downstairs, long bar and DJ musuc with dance floor (Fri & Sat) on first floor, and additional rooftop bar for private functions on 2nd floor. Good facilities. Small bar menu of burgers, sandwiches and bar snacks available. 2 for 1 happy hour on beer and selested spirits 4pm to 8pm daily, after that drinks are a bit pricy so worth getting there early!
[ Tel: (84.8) 39144454 ]
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Sheridans Irish House, 17/13 Le Thanh Ton, D1
Good music, good food and great company any night of the week.
Sheridan's is noted for its live bands every night from 8pm. The resident band of locals and expats is regularly joined by other musicians and passing troubadours. Irish music plus a wide range of blues / jazz styles and contemporary sounds. Bar food is good, staff helpful and friendly. Upstairs lounge is great for a group and is regularly used for local darts team matches. TV screens display events largely on request of patrons.
Neil deClaire, the recently appointed chef, is looking forward to satisfying hungry and homesick expats with his good British home-cooked menu. Filling roasts, meaty curries and good pub-grub selections. Vegetarians have not been forgotten with such offerings as mini pesto pancakes and stir-fried tofu or vegetable lasagne. Currently the 160,000 VND roast lunch includes either soup or salad to start, followed by a massive serving of roast meat, gravy, with vegetables. Two choices of roast each day including beef, ham, pork, corned beef, chicken and turkey on special occasions. So if you feel you have had too much rice or noodles then Sheridans is the place to go for a great feed.
[ Michael Forsyth, Tel: (84.8) 38230793, Mob: 0913127071 ]
[ sheridans2008@yahoo.com,
www.sheridansvietnam.com ]
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" Food great, band good but expected more Irish music. Had a good time overall."
- Jacky & Tom, London, Uk, ( Fri 12 Sep 2008 )
Stormy P, 58 Nguyen Sieu, D1
Friendly Danish style bar in the city.
Friendly atmosphere, good range of Danish and German style food, large screen tv's, music. International beer selection.
[ Klaus Krogh or Hang, Tel: (84.8) 38274738, Mob: 0903 649304 or ]
[ stormyp_saigonvn@yahoo.com, ]
T & R Tavern, 57 Do Quang Dau, Pham Ngu Lau, D1
Relatively new American style bar.
Tam Tam Cafe, 175/10 Pham Ngu Lau, D1
Casual local bar attracting backpacker travelers and expat locals.
Located on lane running between Pham Ngu Lau and Bui Vien this bar is a popular ex-pat and backpacker hangout, casual dining with limited menu serviced from adjacent restaurants. Groups find this a good place to play pool or watch the international football or rugby matches. Aussie, Kiwi and USA expat hangout.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38386304 ]
[ aptravelvietnam@yahoo.com, ]
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The Cave Billiards, 102 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, D1
For those who want more than a single pooltable!
One of a few venues offering multiple pool tables, The Cave has over 20 international quality tables available. A bar to quench your thirst and friendly staff to keep you on the ball. Tables cost 50,000 VND per hour.
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The Deck, 33 Nguyen U Di, D2
Fusion food restaurant on the river.
From the partners behind Mekong Merchant, this is a restaurant featuring fusion dishes using very fresh local seafoods. Light, airy location right on the river in An Phu.
[ Tel: (84.8) 3744 6632 ]
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The Drunken Duck, 58 Ton That Thiep, D1
New opening on T.T.Thiep, nice bar decor
Recently opened in popular area, large bar with upstairs lounge. TV screens for music and sport, good pool table and darts area. Pleasant staff.
[ Cc, Tel: (84.8) 3915 2853 ]
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" Creating a good crowd of regulars and visitors. Good service, music, pool table and darts. Ladies keep the drinks coming, great selection of shooters to keep in the mood."
- Ian W, Hcmc, ( Sat 23 Jan 2010 )
The Refinery, 74-7c Hai Ba Trung, D1
A large bistro located in inner city courtyard.
A large bistro located in inner city courtyard The Refinery is a popular meeting place and foodery. Cuisine is light with an emphasis on Euro International styles. Casual bar is good meeting place. Good value for money should suit most budgets.
Happy hour 30% off drinks 4pm to 7pm daily.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38230509 ]
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The Tavern, 24 Hung Gia 3, Bui Bang Doan, D7
The southern districts most popular pub.
Good western food, monthly BBQ weekend specials, sports on two 42" plasma TV, and occasional live music usually in the form of an expat guitarist. Good service and reasonable prices. First floor patio. @nd floor sports lounge with pool table and darts boards.
[ Tel: (84.8) 34120867, Mob: 54103900 ]
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Vasco's Bar & Restaurant, 74 / 7D Hai Ba Trung St., D1
Relocated and revamped, this contemporary bar has balcony area and large air conditioned bar and restaurant.
Buy 1 get 1 free happy hour from 4pm to 8pm daily. Great menu with burgers popular. Snacks, salads and sandwiches cover lighter meals with fillet steak, schnitzel, lamb shanks and a good range of pizza, pasta and Asian dishes filling the bill for those hungry people. Friday night 9pm gets a latin band playing with a great DJ playing the tunes on Saturday nights. Accessed from the "Refinery" courtyard.
The upstairs balcony overlooking the courtyard makes a relaxing and colourful spot for a pleasant lunch. The set lunch includes either a soup or salad, main course and a dessert for 160,000 VND. There is a good range of mains from burgers and sandwiches, pizzas, salad, schnitzel, fillet steak, beef tournedos wrapped in bacon just to name a few suggestions. Desserts are equally varied and attractive.
[ Tel: (84.8) 38242888 ]
[ vascos@hcm.fpt.vn, ]
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Villa FB, 79 Suong Nguyet Anh, D1
Regular couples and mingles nights
Recent addition to the casual social scene promoting mix-n- mingles for singles, also regular couples nights on Tuesdays where ladies get first drink free. Expensive but good fun & games!
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Vitamin C Bar, 33 Do Quang Dau, , Pham Ngu Lau, D1
Lan and the girls are friendly and chatty.
Change of ownership from the previous BaBa33. Lan and the girls are friendly and chatty. Local foods from any of the vendors can be served at the bar. Choose your music and relax.Tiger beer 25,000 VND and they do have 2for1 happy hours.
[ Lan, , Mob: 090 689 4060 ]
Voodoo Bar, 92 Ho Tung Mau Street, D1
Popular expat bar downtown, good food, TV sports, Darts
Wine Bar, 88 Dong Khoi, 1
Our outdoor rooftop bar is the perfect place to enjoy a pre or post dinner cocktail or beverage of choice whilst taking in the fresh air and sounds of the bustling city below. Views not to be missed - do bring your camera.
[ Level 23-sheraton Saigon Hotel, Tel: (84.8) 3827 2828 ]
Yoko, 22a Nguyen Thi Dieu, D3
A hangout for young Vietnamese showcasing local music talent.
While the decor is a bit average, Yoko's support of local music talent with regular offerings ranging from jazz, R&B, rock and whatever style is happening at the time.
[ Tel: (84.8) 39330577 ]
ZanZBar, 41 Dong Du Street, D1
New bar with modern, cocktail and wine bar atmosphere. Comfortable surroundings with good international menu.
In July '08 ZanZBar replaced the previous Shadow Bar in this central location and provides a modern, comfortable atmosphere, great range of cocktails, and a beer and wine selection featuring international labels. While ZanZBar has a strong emphasis on fine wines and a signature range of cocktails, a connoisseur's collection of imported beers are also available.
A feature of the restaurant area is the wine cellar and extensive wine list. Boasting over 20 wines sold by the glass, and over 120 by the bottle, ZanZBar prides itself on having arguably the best representations of each type of grape from the major wine growing regions worldwide.
The food menu is a unique mixture of Western and Asian tastes; and this is complemented by a tapas menu that serves hungry appetites outside of normal meal times (between lunch and dinner; and also after 10pm until the early hours ... a new place to come for your late night munchies). ZanZBar is open for breakfast/brunch daily serving international cafe favorites with exciting special set menus to tempt you. The sophisticated international menu is proving popular with Friday and Saturday evenings requiring advance bookings for a space in the restaurant.
[ Craig Derbyshire, Tel: (84.8) 38227375, Mob: 0938247255 ]
[ zzb.saigon@gmail.com, ]
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Zanzbar An Phu, 41 Vo Truong Toan, D2
Latest venue for ZanZBar now in An Phu
ZanZBar has extended its influence for quality service, fine food and relaxed atmosphere. Located next to Riverside Apartments, this venue is classy yet comfortable, with a great outdoor patio and large upstairs area for meeting up with friends.
[ Tel: (84.8) 3898 9286 ]
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Zone Bar, 17 Dong Du, D1
Brickwork decor and long bar opens in Dong Du
A small, two level bar in Dong Du provides another inner city venue to watch sport, drink cold beer, listen to music, and chat with friends.
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" Small bar but gets business punters in. Live music Thurdays thru Saturday nights."
- Ashley, London, ( Thu 19 Nov 2009 )
Comfortable upstairs restaurant with balcony area popular for afternoon drinks. Meeting bar downstairs. menu is heavily gourmet pizza, pasta with an assortment of Asian and International dishes. Salmon steaks, lamb shanks, and fillet steaks for the hungry. Monday and Thursday 2-for-1 pizza deal, and variety of Sunday specials.
The people who brought you M52 Bar now bring you Moon Bar. The same friendly and attractive service, Three-for-two happy hours along with a large pool table, darts boards and sports screens.
Continuing the decor, service and quality of bars such as M52 and Moon, this local establishment has been an instant hit with expat business people and in-the-know travelers. Clean and comfortable with mezzanine lounge. Excellent food menu. Happy hour drinks until 7pm. Play darts, watch sports, listen to the music and meet good friends.