Best Bars in Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City

Binh Thanh is the district north of District 1 on the Saigon River, home to Vinhomes Central Park and Landmark 81. This guide covers bars in Binh Thanh, from rooftops with city views to a speakeasy, a beer garden and a motorbike shop with a bar. Most of these places serve alcohol. The notes below come from what visitors say in Google reviews.

The list uses Google ratings and review counts from our database. It includes only venues in Binh Thanh with at least 20 Google reviews. Every bar below is rated 4.7 or higher on Google.

YGG Bar

YGG BAR is a classic cocktail bar on Nguyễn Văn Thương. Reviewers describe a cosy, atmospheric bar with friendly, attentive staff, and one says the menu has a wide range. One reviewer compares the front of the building to a Norwegian stave church. Another praises the creamy foam on the cocktails, and the snacks get a mention too. It has 5.0 on Google from 184 reviews. It opens from 6 PM to 2 AM on Monday to Thursday and Sunday, and from 6 PM to 3 AM on Friday and Saturday.

Cọ

Cọ is a cocktail bar on Ngô Tất Tố, reached down a small alley. Reviewers describe a space with vintage décor and vinyl records playing on record players. One reviewer says the jazz makes a good backdrop for conversation. The bartenders are praised for their skill and friendliness. One reviewer says they still made them something to eat an hour before closing. It has 4.9 on Google from 423 reviews. It opens from 6 PM to 1 AM every day. Prices are about 200,000 to 300,000 VND per person.

Heli Beer Garden

Heli Beer Garden is a beer garden and restaurant on Tân Cảng with a rooftop. Reviewers like the open space and the view of Landmark 81, and several say the food and staff are good. One reviewer ordered a seafood set and fried rice with beef pickles. Another liked the music selection and the band on their visit, though a different reviewer found the music too loud to talk over. It has 4.8 on Google from 1,821 reviews. It opens from 4 PM to 12 AM every day. Prices are about 200,000 to 600,000 VND per person.

The Cloud

The Cloud is a bar at 720A Điện Biên Phủ, in Vinhomes Tân Cảng. Reviewers praise the views of the city and the attentive staff. It serves a Vietnamese-style afternoon tea with bottomless tea and coffee, and one reviewer booked a 3:30 PM slot for it. Live jazz plays on some days. One reviewer advises booking a table in advance. It has 4.8 on Google from 324 reviews. It opens from 9 AM to 12 AM every day.

The Brick

The Brick is a cocktail bar on D5 that opens at 7 PM and closes at 2 AM every day. Reviewers praise the friendly bartenders. One says they know their craft, and another tasted creations that were off the menu. One reviewer tried a new dragonfruit drink and enjoyed the chat with the bartender. The mood is described as low-key and warm. It has 4.8 on Google from 279 reviews.

CREO Bar & Cafe

CREO Bar & Cafe is a bar with a motorbike showroom and workshop on Nguyễn Hữu Cảnh. Reviewers mention the pool table, the bikes on display and the workshop, and one likes the classic rock playlist. Reviewers describe the staff as welcoming. It has 5.0 on Google from 86 reviews. It opens at 9 AM every day. It closes at 6 PM on Monday, 11 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday, 12 AM on Thursday and Sunday, and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. Prices are about 200,000 to 300,000 VND per person.

Tủ Bar

Tủ Bar is a speakeasy on Ngô Tất Tố with only 13 seats, so reviewers recommend a reservation. There is no printed menu. You tell the bartender which flavours or spirits you like, and they make a drink to suit you. Each cocktail comes with a small side dish. Reviewers say the entrance looks like a wardrobe, and one says the drinks are not cheap. It has 4.8 on Google from 241 reviews. It opens from 6 PM to 2 AM on Friday to Sunday, and from 6 PM to 1 AM on Monday to Thursday.

The Private Lounge1

The Private Lounge1 is a bar in the Landmark Plus building at 208 Nguyễn Hữu Cảnh, in Vinhomes Tân Cảng. It is open from 7 PM to 2 AM every day. One reviewer describes a private space that suits introverts. Another lost a phone there, and the staff found it and charged it for them. It has 5.0 on Google from 71 reviews.

Gét Gô Rooftop

Gét Gô Rooftop is a rooftop cocktail bar on Đ. Ung Văn Khiêm, open from 5 PM to 12:30 AM every day. The view over the city and the friendly staff get praise. One reviewer's favourite is a cocktail called Fly Me to the Moon, and another likes the playful drink names. There are board games to play. The menu also lists non-alcoholic options, such as a lychee mocktail and lychee in a can. It has 4.7 on Google from 199 reviews. Prices are about 100,000 to 200,000 VND per person.

Le Foyer Bar

Le Foyer Bar is a cocktail bar on Xô Viết Nghệ Tĩnh. Reviewers describe quality classic cocktails and a cool vibe. One reviewer says it is quiet enough for some time alone, and nice enough to bring a date. It has 5.0 on Google from 43 reviews. It opens at 6:30 PM every day, and closes at 2 AM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 1 AM on other days.

Before you go

Most of these bars serve alcohol, so plan how you will get home before you go. Several close at 1 AM or 2 AM, and Gét Gô Rooftop closes at 12:30 AM. Cọ, YGG Bar and Tủ Bar open at 6 PM, while The Cloud and CREO Bar & Cafe open at 9 AM and Heli Beer Garden at 4 PM.

Saturday crowds peak at different times. YGG Bar is busiest around 9 PM and 10 PM, and The Brick around 10 PM. Heli Beer Garden and CREO Bar & Cafe peak around 8 PM, and Le Foyer Bar around 9 PM.

FAQ

Which Binh Thanh bar has a city view?

The Cloud has views of the city, and reviewers praise them. It is rated 4.8 on Google. Gét Gô Rooftop, rated 4.7, also has a rooftop view over the city.

Tủ Bar has no printed menu. You tell the bartender what you like, and they make a drink to suit. It has only 13 seats, and reviewers recommend a reservation.

Which Binh Thanh bar lists non-alcoholic drinks?

Gét Gô Rooftop lists mocktails on its menu, including a lychee mocktail and lychee in a can.

Which Binh Thanh bar suits a quiet night out?

Le Foyer Bar is described as quiet enough for some time alone, and nice enough to bring a date. The Private Lounge1 is described by one reviewer as a private space.