Cover The Tatler Best list presents the bars you simply must discover – where the craft of mixology meets a free-spirited energy, and where every evening begins with a drink made from the heart
The Tatler Best list presents the bars you simply must discover – where the craft of mixology meets a free-spirited energy, and where every evening begins with a drink made from the heart
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In a city that never truly sleeps, the Tatler Best-in-Class bars are where artistry meets spontaneity, and where each night begins with a cocktail full of soul.
As twilight descends, the city comes alive with a more spirited, impulsive energy—found in bars tucked down narrow lanes or perched high above the streets. These cocktail bars are keepers of stories, where conversations linger and everyday moments are savoured one sip at a time.
Here, the art of mixology weaves through personal inspiration and the pulse of the city. Each bartender becomes a storyteller, guiding guests on a sensory journey of memory, scent and flavour. Every cocktail is crafted with intention, where every element has meaning and any moment might become unforgettable.
Bar of the Year: The Enigma Mansion
Ho Chi Minh City
Above The Enigma Mansion is a space where time appears to slow, and the past quietly echoes through every wall
The Enigma Mansion is a space where time appears to slow, and the past quietly echoes through every wall
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Set within a century-old mansion, The Enigma Mansion is a space where time appears to slow, and the past quietly echoes through every wall. Heritage lingers, yet a contemporary spirit breathes new life into its design and drinks.
To step inside is to enter a realm where taste and emotion intertwine. In the hands of its gifted bartenders, each cocktail becomes a blend of heritage, imagination and soul—a deeply personal, elegant and nuanced encounter. It’s where kindred spirits gather in an intimate setting that soothes and enchants in equal measure.
Best Design: INK 360
Phu Quoc
Above The space evokes a fantastical underwater world: seductive, otherworldly and unafraid
The space evokes a fantastical underwater world: seductive, otherworldly and unafraid
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High on the 19th floor of the InterContinental Phu Quoc Hotel, INK 360 holds the title of the island’s loftiest bar—where sea and sky seem to converge in every glance. Created by spatial designer Ashley Sutton, the space evokes a fantastical underwater world: seductive, otherworldly and unafraid.
Arrive at dusk to witness the sea bathed in violet light, cocktail in hand—perhaps The Kraken, a signature mix of dark rum, lemon and a hint of ginger. The mood here is just right for an intimate rendezvous or a moment of bold indulgence—an essential stop on any nocturnal adventure through Phu Quoc.
Best Service: The Trieu Institute
Ho Chi Minh City
Above Each cocktail draws from Vietnam’s landscapes and legends, brought to life in a setting touched with the elegance of old Indochina
Each cocktail draws from Vietnam’s landscapes and legends, brought to life in a setting touched with the elegance of old Indochina
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In the heart of Saigon, The Trieu Institute offers a sanctuary devoted to gin. Each cocktail draws from Vietnam’s landscapes and legends, brought to life in a setting touched with the elegance of old Indochina—warm light, botanical notes and a quiet sense of history.
From the crisp Sapa Citrus Tea to the spiced richness of Hoi An Spice Road, every gin-based creation is tied to a place, a tale. The Naked Battle channels the final stand of Lady Trieu, while General Nhuy Kieu is a poised blend of flavour, celebrating strength and femininity in one exquisite glass.
Rising Star: Chun Chun—The Pi
Ho Chi Minh City
Above Cocktails are built around balance and simplicity, paying homage to tradition while offering unexpected, captivating surprises
Cocktails are built around balance and simplicity, paying homage to tradition while offering unexpected, captivating surprises
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The Pi breathes new life into the heart of the city, reviving classic cocktails with modern flair and unbounded imagination. Behind a soft white-and-blue façade—subtle enough to escape notice—The Pi serves as a ‘flavour laboratory’ helmed by Chun Chun, a seasoned bartender with an enviable track record. Here, cocktails are built around balance and simplicity, paying homage to tradition while offering unexpected, captivating surprises. A familiar drink might suddenly feel curiously transformed once it has passed through the bartender’s hands.
Best Innovation: Bar Brewing
Ho Chi Minh City
Above U offers more than drinks: it delivers a considered, crafted experience, brewed with care and tailored to detail
U offers more than drinks: it delivers a considered, crafted experience, brewed with care and tailored to detail
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Tucked down a quiet alleyway at the city’s centre, U is a bar deeply rooted in local spirit, where each pour is a thoughtful interplay between heritage and modern technique. Within its intimate, softly lit interior, and the lingering aroma of herbs, guests are transported by a sense of nostalgia. Every cocktail is a precise composition—whether it’s the tartness of native fruits or the warming hint of earthy spice—crafted to lead the palate on a sensorial journey. U delivers a considered, crafted experience, brewed with care and tailored to detail.
Read more: From “green” cocktails to the long-term game of the Vietnamese bar industry
Best New Bar: Song Bar
Ho Chi Minh City
Above A contemporary Chinese-style space, an ideal setting for soaking in the city's skyline
A contemporary Chinese-style space, an ideal setting for soaking in the city's skyline
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Crowning the Hilton Saigon Hotel, Song Bar welcomes its most discerning guests with a setting inspired by pan-Asian elegance. Here, connoisseurs indulge in the artistry of cocktail making within a contemporary Chinese-style space, an ideal setting for soaking in the city's skyline and sweeping views of the Saigon River. With its refined décor, glowing ambient lighting and carefully curated accents, Song Bar weaves a seamless tapestry of old-world charm and present-day sophistication—a tribute to the enduring beauty of the Orient.
Read more: The appeal of space design in bars worth visiting
Above The Tatler Best Vietnam 2025 list – alongside 24 Best-in-Class accolades recognising standout names across Vietnam’s hotel, restaurant and bar scene – was formally unveiled at the Tatler Best Vietnam 2025 event on 7 May 2025.
The Tatler Best Vietnam 2025 list – alongside 24 Best-in-Class accolades recognising standout names across Vietnam’s hotel, restaurant and bar scene – was formally unveiled at the Tatler Best Vietnam 2025 event on 7 May 2025.
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The Tatler Best Vietnam 2025 list – alongside 24 Best-in-Class accolades recognising standout names across Vietnam’s hotel, restaurant and bar scene – was formally unveiled at the Tatler Best Vietnam 2025 event on 7 May 2025. The evening was held in partnership with Moët & Chandon, with the support of Sofitel Saigon Plaza, Speed POS, Menard, PoDo Flower, Eventista, The Monkey Gallery DINING, and Noriboi Omakase.
Tatler Best is Asia’s definitive guide to the region’s top 100 hotels, 100 restaurants and 100 bars, honouring the pinnacle of hospitality and gastronomy. With 24 Best-in-Class awards – 10 hotels, 8 restaurants and 6 bars – Tatler Best celebrates the industry’s most outstanding talents. Winners are selected by Asia’s most perceptive travel, food and beverage tastemakers – individuals who capture the pulse of the region’s evolving palate.
