A Guide to Hidden Bars in Saigon
Are you looking for unique experience at hidden bars in Saigon? Don’t miss this article. We’ve listed the worth-trying hidden bars you want to know about.
01. Climb - Hidden Cocktails Bar Saigon
Don’t make sense. Make cocktails.
Address: Floor 2nd-3rd, 15 Van Phan Dat, Ben Nghe, Ho Chi Minh City
Nested on the 2nd and 3rd floor of an old apartment, opposite one of the tallest office buildings (Vietcombank building), Climb is a unique hidden bar in the central of Saigon.
The main entrance is a really small and quite dark. In front of the entrance, there are some local people sells beverage, street food and offers the motorbike park service on the pavement.
Walking up the staircase and passing through tiny apartments and shared community services like bathroom and opened washing area. This all brings a strange feeling like you are walking someone’s house.
When you are on the 2nd floor, there is a small yellow door on left side with some bottle of spirits. Push the door and it leads you to the Climb hidden cocktails bar.
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02. Lost Drink and Chill
Escape from the city with the art of Lost!
Address: 71/5 Mac Thi Buoi Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh city
Located at the end of alley number 75 on Mac Thi Buoi street, very close to Nguyen Hue walking street area. Lost Drink and Chill is a cozy bar with a special cocktail menu inspired by the Vietnamese traditional sweets and drinks. You can also find all the classic, bespoke cocktails, Whisky collection, and Gin collection here.
On the ground floor, there is a small corner for the live music. If you don’t like the crowd and music, you can find a bit more quiet tables at a corner of the loft for a more peaceful night.
View Lost Drink and Chill’s menu and happy hour here.
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03. Firkin Bar
Bespoke cocktails & whiskies
HAPPY HOUR: Enjoy your favorite Firkin classic cocktails at 50% OFF from 6-8 pm every day
CONTACT: +84 931 312 723
Address: 20 Mac Thi Buoi Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The discreet entrance to Firkin bar is nearly opposite the entrance to the Climb bar. The is a small door leading up to the bar on the second floor of an elegant house via a small staircase. The cozy indoor space can guarantee you a comfortable chilling night. The small outdoor space helps you find the less busy version of Saigon by night.
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04. Snuffbox Speakeasy
Address: 14 Ton That Dam Street, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Snuffbox is a 1920’s speakeasy bar nestled in another dilapidated building in the city center. The apartment complex was built in 1886 during the French colonial period.
Walking up to the first floor via an old staircase, you will find the door to access a speakeasy night with unforgettable delights.
Contact: +84 902 338 559
Booking email: snuffbox.booking@gmail.com
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05. The Alley - Cocktail Bar & Kitchen
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Contact: +84 935 653 969
Booking: tan.pham@thealleysaigon.com
Address: 63/8 Pasteur Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Located in an alley of District 1, HCMC, the Alley Cocktails Bar & Kitchen is another hidden bar in Saigon that you don’t want to miss. Open Monday to Saturday from 5 PM till midnight, this intimate bar offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city. Enjoy a quiet conversation with the bartender before the lively atmosphere picks up around 7 PM. If you come in a group of three or more, we highly recommend making a reservation to secure a nice corner to enjoy your wine and cocktails.
The happy hour is from 5pm to 8pm and live music will start from 9pm. They Alley also serves finger food and Vietnamese cuisines.