Some of Saigon’s best bars are hidden in plain sight. From speakeasies tucked behind ATM machines to rooftop getaways to cocktail bars inside historical mansions, the city’s nightlife thrives in shadows of alleyways just as much as it shines under the neon lights of the main roads. Don’t worry about getting lost though. We’ve created a treasure map of Saigon’s best hidden bars for you to discover.
These locations are from recommendations from people who live in Ho Chi Minh City that we've recently profiled.
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The ATM Cocktail Bar & Kitchen: A Speakeasy Hidden Behind an ATM Machine in District 1
Recommended by JK
About The ATM Cocktail Bar & Kitchen: When you walk up it looks like a normal ATM machine, but inside there’s a speakeasy that, according to JK, looks like somewhere you might find Al Capon. Both a bar and restaurant? ATM offers a more comprehensive menu compared to venues that strictly serve drinks This makes it a convenient choice if you are looking for food pairings with your cocktails. Apart from Sundays, you’re free to stop by ATM anytime after 5pm!
Price: 150k - 300k+
Address: 12K Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Đa Kao, District 1
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Watch their videos: JK
Lost & Found: Home to One of Saigon’s Best Spots for an Old Fashioned
Recommended by JK
About Lost & Found: What would a hidden bar be without a solid Old Fashioned to accompany you? According to JK, Lost & Found is home to Saigon’s tallest Old Fashioned, making it a hidden bar to check out even for just that reason alone. Set down a quiet alleyway in District 1, this hidden bar serves those chill, speakeasy vibes you’re looking for in a fast paced city like Saigon.
Address: 19/6 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, District 1
Price: 100k - 200k
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Watch their videos: JK
The Enigma Mansion: An Experimental Cocktail Journey Inside a Historic Building
Recommended by Chad
About The Enigma Mansion: If you’re seeking an experimental cocktail journey hidden inside a historical mansion, this is the spot. Located on Tôn Đức Thắng and Nguyễn Siêu, this hidden bar offers one of the most impressive cocktail menus in Saigon. If you want a specific recommendation, Chef Chad says the Sober Bros cocktail is a must try!
Address: 5H Tôn Đức Thắng, Bến Nghé, District 1
Price: 300k - 400k+
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Watch their videos: Chad
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Bar Commune Saigon: A DJ’s Paradise Tucked Away in Japan Town
Recommended by Shuntaro, TK, Steven, Chad, Tommy, Shozo & Tatsuo
About Bar Commune Saigon: Located in the heart of Japan Town, this is one of District 0’s favorite hidden bars in the city. Led by the owner, Tomoki, Bar Commune offers guests a huge selection of drinks, indoor and outdoor seating, and a constant rotation of DJs performing each weekend. If you’re looking for the perfect night in Japan Town, do yourself a favor and add Bar Commune to your itinerary.
Price: 100k - 300k
Address: 3rd Floor, 8a/2b1 Thái Văn Lung, Bến Nghé
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Watch their videos: Shuntaro • TK • Steven • Chad • Tommy • Shozo & Tatsuo
Yen bar_Rooftop: One of Saigon’s Newest Hidden Rooftops in Japan Town
Recommended by Shozo & Tatsuo
About Yen bar_Rooftop: Opened just in April this year, Yen bar is a new hidden bar to explore in Japan Town. Lit by neon red, the place is equipped with a pool table, dart board, and a nice view of the Saigon Marina IFC. If you’re looking for a place to host your next birthday party, take Shozo and Tatsuo’s word for it, and book a reservation to celebrate.
Price: 100k - 250k
Address: 8a/a23 Thái Văn Lung, Bến Nghé
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Watch their videos: Shozo & Tatsuo
Hmm.: An Elegant Bar Hidden Upstairs on Pasteur Street
Recommended by Michael
About Hmm.: Located down Alley 85 next to Liberty Hotel, Hmm. is the hidden bar you go to if you want the bartender to surprise you. Share your personal taste, how you’re feeling that day, and let them take care of the rest.
Price: 200k - 350k
Address: 4th floor, 85 Pasteur, Bến Nghé, District 1
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Watch their videos: Michael
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Hybrid Saigon: An Unmarked Bar Where Minimalist Design Meets Maximum Flavor
About Hybrid Saigon: Hybrid balances minimalist design with maximum flavor. The interior gives off a sophisticated ambiance through its use of raw materials like wood and stone. The menu features drinks that are both visually stunning and crafted using innovative techniques. The bar is tucked away down a hẻm so to avoid getting lost, look for the white, spray-painted sign on the wall when you walk down.
Price: 200k - 350k
Address: 57 Nguyễn Du, Bến Nghé
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Watch their videos: Nhi • Tung • Trụ
Úb Stairs: A Cozy Rooftop Escape a Short Walk from the War Remnants Museum
Recommended by Kiet
About Úb Stairs: This hidden bar is the definition of cozy. Ub Stairs is a brief escape from the city where you can enjoy a few reasonably priced drinks, sit outside, and even enjoy a movie night during one of their screenings. If you want some Vietnamese food beforehand, we recommend trying Mặn Mòi just around the corner, and if you’re in the mood live music afterward, we suggest you stop by Acoustic Bar just a short walk away, or take a look at other live music options in the city.
Price: 150k - 300k
Address: 7 Ngô Thời Nhiệm, Phường 6, District 3
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Watch their videos: Kiet
Con Voi: A Covert Lounge Hiding in Plain Sight in Thao Dien
About Con Voi: If you’re on Ngô Quang Huy, chances are you’ll drive right past it. From the outside, Con Voi has dark walls and dark shutters so nobody can see inside. However, once you enter you’ll see why many people love stopping by. Sit down, tell the bartender what you’re in the mood for, and let them take the wheel. Bonus points: They have a projector for old movies and tv show reruns!
Price: 200k - 300k
Address: 44 Ngô Quang Huy, Thảo Điền
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Watch their videos: Oanh • Quan
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Koheis Bar Cocktails & Bites: A Masterclass in Japanese Hospitality Hidden Above an Art Gallery
Recommended by Shozo & Tatsuo
About Koheis Bar - Cocktails & Bites: Led by a bartending mastermind from Tokyo, Kohei Yamamoto, Koheis Bars offers guests top notch Japanese hospitality and an array of exceptional drinks. Once you enter the colonial-era Art Gallery Arcade, turn left, and go up the stairs to the first floor. This is a hidden bar you don’t want to miss.
Price: 200k - 300k
Address: 151 Đồng Khởi, Bến Nghé
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Watch their videos: Shozo & Tatsuo
STIR - Modern Classic Cocktail: An Intimate and Sophisticated Hidden Spot Near Bến Thành Market
Recommended by Tim
About STIR - Modern Classic Cocktail: There’s plenty of reasons why STIR is ranked one of the best bars in all of Asia year after year. Just a short walk from Bến Thành Market, this hidden bar is located on the first floor above an apartment building and upon entering you’ll immediately be rewarded for your trip trek there with an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. Once seated, be sure to try out one of the bar’s favorite offers: a Nuoc Mia Highball, a memorable reinterpretation of the ubiquitous Vietnamese sugarcane juice.
Price: 200k - 350k
Address: 136 Lê Thánh Tôn, District 1
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Emme house: A Hidden Bar for Lovers and Storytellers Near Bitexco Tower
About Emme house: If you’re in District 1 near Bitexco Tower, keep an eye out for the subtle red and yellow sign that reads 70 Hàm Nghi. Travel up a few flights of stairs and step inside a room that symbolizes the love of tomorrow. Each of Emme’s drinks are based on specific moments throughout the lives of two lovers, surely will bring to light old memories. If you want the full experience, stop by for dinner at Adau Kitchen right next door, say hello to Đức, and then once you're done eating, enjoy a nightcap at Emme during one of their monthly acoustic nights.
Price: 180k - 300k
Address: 70 Hàm Nghi, District 1
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Watch their videos: Duc • Kiet
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NEO-: A Cultural Hub Hiding Down an Alleyway off Hai Bà Trưng
Recommended by Ming, Tung, Mike, Kim, Thomas, Giang, Shuntaro, Minh Tam, Tommy, Oanh
About NEO-: NEO- is a hidden bar we simply can’t stop going back to. It’s more than a hidden gem serving food and drinks. Tucked away down an alley off Hai Bà Trưng, NEO- serves up the whole gauntlet: food, drinks, art exhibitions, pop-ups, live music and silent discos. Bonus: on your way over to NEO-, check out Nay Mai’s newest spot located right next door to do some shopping, or check out some of the city's other amazing shopping options.
Price: 100k - 200k
Address: 393/7 Hai Bà Trưng, Phường 8, Xuân Hòa
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Watch their videos: Ming • Tung • Mike • Kim • Thomas • Giang • Shuntaro • Minh Tam • Tommy • Oanh
Tailor Bar: Classy, Speakeasy Vibes Inside a Hidden Bar
Recommended by Chí
About Tailor Bar: Situated above Nhà Hàng Huế Ký Tailor Bar is led by Chí, the bar owner who walked across all of Vietnam. Although it was closed for a short period, this hidden gem will reopen starting in May. Go, meet Chi, hear more of his story, and enjoy a nice cocktail or two.
Price: 150k - 300k
Address: 119 Tôn Thất Đạm, Bến Nghé
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Watch their videos: Chí
