Hue
With a lovely wood floor, concrete walls, colourful chairs and cushions and many a nook to escape to, Cong is a reassuring constant in a world of flux:…
Must-see nightlife in Central Vietnam
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Hue
This always-popular bar near the river has a free pool table, cold Huda beer, cocktails (try a watermelon mojito) and antics most nights. It also serves…
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Hue
Sit out on the slim terrace upstairs at this recently refurbished petite boulangerie for a delightful petit déjeuner with croissants, crêpes (from 20,000d…
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Hoi An
Ensconce yourself in this bright, colourful, playful and unique cafe, surrounded by a sea of carved woodwork, from the tables to the statues, cups,…
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Danang
Hidden away from Danang's busy streets, this leafy and quiet garden cafe with a rustic but chic vibe is popular with younger locals cooling down with…
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Hoi An
One of our favourite spots for an espresso, latte or cappuccino. Mia's own coffee blend, sourced from Dalat arabica beans, is the standout brew, and be…
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Danang
Half bar, half Italian restaurant, this hot hang-out is a warehouse-sized space with an open frontage, a DJ booth in the cabin of a truck, cool music, an…
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Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Ride a bike 3km from Son Trach to this riverside spot for cold beers, robust gin and tonics, and tasty Vietnamese snacks. Lying in a hammock, kayaking on…
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Hoi An
A slice of Melbourne-style coffee culture, albeit in a heritage Hoi An residence, the Espresso Station is where to go for the best flat whites and cold…
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Danang
Traditionally a hangout of expats negotiating Russian Minsk motorbikes around Vietnam, the Minsk Bar has now evolved to also include a more local customer…
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Hue
With a pool table, decent cocktails, food and sport on TV, plus a popular street-front terrace, rodeo pictures, saddles and cowboy paraphernalia, this…
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Danang
With its good-looking lines, neat and sharp white tiles, black stools, soft music and relaxed, unhurried rhythm, this spruce pocket-sized cafe is a…
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Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
High on a grassy hillock, the open-sided East Hill is a laid-back spot for a sunset beer and Vietnamese snacks, and equally popular with travellers, and…
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Hoi An
Craft beers from around Vietnam are the attraction at this new Hoi An bar, but don't be surprised if you linger for the tasty charcuterie and cheeseboards…
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Hue
One part beer bar and one part cafe, this spacious spot with rustic wooden furniture, a short walk from Hue's backpacker strip, is a good location to meet…
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Hoi An
An amiable half sports bar (where you can watch everything from Aussie Rules to Indian cricket) and half restaurant (serving burgers, steaks and local…
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Hoi An
A top bar option in Hoi An within the Cham Island Diving Center, with a great vibe thanks to the welcoming service, contemporary electronic tunes and…
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Hue
Outdoors, on the 15th floor of the Moonlight Hotel, Sirius is the best place in town for sunset drinks. Combine BBQ snacks (beef, squid, prawns; from 60…
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Dong Hoi
Make your way to the top floor of this new riverside hotel for the best views in Dong Hoi. Funky colourful stools provide a front row seat of all the…
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Tam Coc
The comfy deckchairs and rustic shared tables at Chookies Beer Garden are the place to be after a day boating or mountain biking around the Tam Coc and…
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South-Central Vietnam
Quite the find in sleepy Dong Ha, this cosmopolitan, brick-lined pub-style restaurant features cold Heineken beer on tap, a surprising range of imported…
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An Bang Beach
For excellent coffee (from 30,000d), Sound of Silence combines surefire barista skills with a rustic garden setting and ocean views. Fresh coconuts and…
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An Bang Beach
Excellent juices, smoothies, salads and panini sandwiches are the highlights at this relaxed spot owned and operated by a switched-on young woman from the…
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Hoi An
This wine bar/restaurant in historic premises has an unmatched selection of wines; many are available by the glass. Lunch and dinner tasting menus cost…
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Hoi An
With single-origin brews, excellent cakes, juices and smoothies, this cool little spot wouldn't be out of place in the hipster precincts of Portland or…
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Dong Hoi
This chilled spot with a penchant for natural timber is an amiable and gregarious venue for meeting other travellers over a cold beer. There's a pool…
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Danang
Go straight to the Top for the best views of the beach's sprawling arc. Cocktails and imported beers all impress tourists and Danang's smart set as they…
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Danang
This landmark bar-restaurant juts over the river near the Song Han bridge. It works better as a bar, as the restaurant prices are stratospheric and the…
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Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
The in-house bar/cafe at Easy Tiger is the most happening place in Son Trach, with cheap beer, pool tables, and live music every night. Add to the growing…
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Hue
Families, courting couples and card players all hang out at this hidden bamboo-shrouded riverside haven that's our favourite place in Hue for a caphe sua…
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Danang
This stylish and slick rooftop bar serves excellent cocktails and innovative bar snacks as well as the best after-dark views of Danang's river and neon…
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Danang
The Danang offshoot of Hanoi's quirky Communist-themed cafes is a top spot for a riverside caffeine fix – try the coffee with yoghurt – or a well-priced…
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Hue
Graffiti-splattered walls, a sociable vibe, excellent food and smoothies all combine at this welcoming spot owned by a friendly family. It also offers…
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Danang
A stone’s throw from Danang Beach, this is a friendly, popular bar-restaurant with pub grub (think burgers or fish 'n' chips). You can rent boards (US$5…
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Hue
This late-night bar features a good blend of locals and traveller revellers. DJs drive the dance floor with R&B, hip hop and house anthems, and staff…
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Hoi An
Q Bar offers stunning lighting, electronica and lounge music, and excellent (if pricey, at around 120,000d) cocktails and mocktails. Draws a cool crowd.
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Danang
Sociable, but predictable expat bar with clientele of boozy regulars, cheap beer and a busy pool table. A good place to catch live sport on TV.
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Ninh Binh
For drinking bia hoi (draught beer), try the riverside places near the local brewery.
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Danang
Danang's go-to spot for live music and draught beer, and a good place to meet younger residents with a decent grasp of English.
