Find Life Boring? You Must Haven’t Tried Top 10 Best Bars in Danang!

As Danang is considered as one of the most peaceful cities in Vietnam and in the world, some people may mistake this city’s idyllic atmosphere with boredom. These people will find themselves totally wrong when they witness Danang at night. After midnight, Danag transforms into a vibrant and energetic area, offering the youth numerous places for entertainment. In this blog, we will investigate the 10 best bars in Danang. What bar will be the hottest for you? Let’s find out!

1. Sky 36 Club

Owning the privilege of being on the top of Danang’s highest building, Sky36 will definitely be the perfect choice for any Vietnam discoverer. Thanks to this bar’s unique location, this is a perfect destination for people wanting to enjoy the city’s total view while having a vibrant nightlife. Undoubtedly, a night spent in this bar will provide tourists with unforgettable memories and a breathtaking view of the city at night.

The bar’s most noticeable aspect, in my opinion, may be its combination of an energetic disco and a high-end luxurious Lounge. This combination allows Sky36 to match with both private sumptuous meetings and trendy social experiences. This special bar includes three floors, with each of them being intentionally designed for specific purposes.

First,  my first time being here is to celebrate a private birthday party for my friend. We chose the Lounge here on the 35th floor with the hope of having a perfect birthday night. And our hope was satisfied. This full-floor Lounge impresses visitors by a comfortable outdoor sofa area and the various – level elegant VIP rooms. This Lounge’s main area can accommodate up to 700 guests, with a huge bar furnished with state – of – the – art facilities.

For visitors who want to have personal experiences here, they can take this Lounge’s VIP areas into account. To my knowledge, this Lounge has three types of VIP rooms, called VIP 1, 2 and 3. All of these VIP rooms are well – furnished with sofas, television, air-conditioner and modern sound systems. Especially, these VIP rooms’ most impressive aspect is that each of them has a private balcony, which allows guests to have a personal experience of enjoying Danang’s night. The mere difference between these rooms is the capacity, with this of VIP 1 is 6 people, of VIP 2 is 8 people and of VIP 3 is 12 people. 

The 36th floor is Sky36’s outdoor bar area. Referring to this bar, I bet that this area will be the first place that comes to people’s mind. Winning people’s satisfaction by the ideal view of the city, together with cutting – edge sound and light system, this 500 – people -capacity area is surely a reasonable place for most energetic bar-ers. 

On the 37th floor, also the top floor of this bar, there is an outdoor celebration area with the capacity of about 200 people. The magnificent theme of this area is undoubtedly suitable for any monumental, unique events or any luxury parties such as: monumental, unique events, or luxury parties: anniversaries, weddings, year-end parties and so on.

In order to make this bar’s perfect view become even better, there is a transparent elevator included. This elevator will allow visitors to view the city from continuously different heights, while bringing them to the highest place of Danang.

• Address: The 35th, 36th and 37th floors of Novotel Danang Premier Han River Hotel, 36 Bach Dang, Thach Thang, Hai Chau, Da Nang.
• Phone: +84 901 15 15 36
• Age range: 18+
• Opening hours: daily, from 18:00 to 02:00
• Dress code: Visitors are required to dress smartly.

2. Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar

If you are a romance – lover, who is continuously seeking an ideal destination for unforgettable dinners, this bar will, open to no dispute, suit you. As it is named, this bar has an enormous advantage of lying next to Han River – one of the most serene and picturesque rivers in Danang. As the rumour comes, If you have never enjoyed Han River’s scenery from this restaurant at night, do not claim that you have seen the most stunning face of this famous one. 

Waterfront Danang is a combination of bar and restaurant, with the former being on the ground floor and the latter being on the second one. The furnishture here takes inspiration from the Asian traditional architecture; however, thanks to the talent of  contemporary architects, the modern Western art is also combined harmonically. This East and West, traditional and modern harmony combination has impressed a huge number of visitors and therefore, facilitated Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar way to become one of the best bars in this city.

Not only the space but the food here is also a combination of the “good old day” and the modern one style. In this restaurant, culinary enjoyers will be able to taste a myriad of Vietnamese traditional cuisine such as Nem (Vietnamese spring rolls), Pho (Rice noodle soup),…. made in such an elegant and luxurious way. Especially, Waterfront Restaurant has long been recognised for its high-qualified Western food. Going to this restaurant, you will have the chance of enjoying the genuine Western top chefs’ culinary results. French – style chicken, New Zealand halibut with avocado sauce, grilled Australian beef with vegetables,… are recommended as some must-try in this restaurant. Apart from food, visitors can also enjoy numerous unique drinks from all over the world, ranging from premium wines, malt whiskey, vodka, cocktail to high-end beer and so on.

Referring to Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar, it is impossible not to include  the spiritual values that it brings. To make the delicious dinner become a divine experience, this Han River – front restaurant also offers a live music band, which demonstrates great love songs of the 70s and 80s. Imagine that you are immersed in the music, enjoying the unforgettable food, both Eastern and Western, with your intimate partner, what a romantic experience!

• Address: 150-152 Bach Dang Street, Danang, Vietnam
• Opening hours: daily, from 9:30 to 23:00
• Phone: +84 236 3843 373
• Fanpage: Nhà Hàng Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar

3. New Phuong Dong Nightclub

Located near the big road of Ba Tháng Hai (3-2), this nightclub definitely has the loudest and proudest shows on offer for all the nightclubs in Danang.

The New Oriental Nightclub is free to walk in, and you can enjoy the various shows they offer, like live singing performances from top singers, extraordinary pole dancings, and so much more. The sound system here is top notch with a super wide performance stage for various shows. It should be noted that there is no dance floor for customers, so you would be dancing wherever you’re standing.  Plus, when you get a table, you would get complimentary drinks and snacks already on that table. The manager and securities here is said to be professional and do not let conflicts in the nightclub occur. If you’re looking for a club to party in, you should try this nightclub for once, since it’s also very popular with the locals.

• Address: 20 Dong Da, Thuan Phuoc, Hai Chau, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 20:00 to 2:00
• Phone: (+84) 766 303 079
• Price range:  100.000 – 140.000 VND, excluding 15% service fee. 

4. Oasis Tapas Bar

Located in the Ngũ Hành Sơn District where many resorts are, the Oasis Tapas sure will be a good retreat at night when you’re too bored with the bar inside your resort. As one of the more unique Spanish-themed bars in Danang, Vietnam, you would definitely find the theme quite exotic and the decor quite exquisite, in a good way.

The menu has Spanish food alongside the options you would get from a typical bar with a reasonable price from 75.000 – 200.000 VND. Especially, even if it is your very first time being here, you will be surprised as well as satisfied by the staff’s hospitality here. The waiter/waitress and the manager here are truly kind and helpful. If you’re staying at a resort nearby (and you likely are or will), you should definitely pay this bar a visit at night!

• Address: An Thuong 4, Bac My An, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 17:00 to 00:30
• Phone: (+84) 0778 649 220

5. Bamboo 2 Bar Danang

Overlooking the iconic Hàn River and the Dragon Bridge, the Bamboo 2 Bar is sure to provide the best view of Danang at night while serving you delicious drinks. The Bamboo 2 has a casual decoration that resembles a typical American night bar.

In addition, a lot of foreigners gather here often, so it’s a good place to get to know fellow expats or to foreign friends. It provides cocktails and special artisan beer for a fair price of around 60.000 – 70.000 VND. It also has some American food to accompany your drinks, like fries and hamburgers, from 80.000 – 150.000 VND.

The service here is quite quick and the waiters and manager are very friendly and helpful. They will ask you if you see if you’re satisfied with your orders from time to time. If you want to grasp the beauty of Danang when the sun is down, it is best to grab yourself a beer and some snacks while looking at the beautiful river or at the Dragon on the Dragon Bridge spitting out its magical fire.

• Address: 216 Bach Dang, Phuoc Ninh, Hai Chau, Danang 
• Opening hours: daily, from 10:00 to 03:00
• Phone: (+84) 90 554 47 69

6. Golden Pine Pub Da Nang

Located on Bach Dang Street along the famous Han River, Golden Pine is one of the most popular lively pubs in Da Nang. Golden Pine Pub in Da Nang is a familiar destination for local residents, foreigners working here and tourists wishing to unwind at nightfall. This local riverside pub is such a nightlife legend with the best Vietnamese DJ and rappers. Moreover, its opening hours range from 18:00 to 2:00, thereby making it a go-to bar for people who usually enjoy a night out. Golden Pine’s Happy Hour is from 17:00 to 19:30 every day, at which time the policy “Buy two get one” is applied. 

As regards a bar or a pub, sound systems are of great importance in its success or signature. With peaceful live music Golden Pine Pub can be likened to a café in lieu of a bar per se. In terms of seating arrangements – a combination of indoor and outdoor seats, this pub also offers customers a great spot right on the downtown side of the river.

Golden Pine Pub affords tourists opportunities to either appreciate a panoramic view of the city at night in comfortable open space or indulge themselves in some billiards games with their buddies. Not only does this bar satisfy the taste of sociable customers, but it also provides an ideal place accompanied by different pieces of mellow US-UK music to shoot the breeze and exchange confidences. However, if loud, funky, pumping music is not to your taste, then this pub is not a wise choice at night. But if they are, check this pub out. 

Golden Pine Pub is quite quiet before 20:00 but rapidly becomes more buzzing even after midnight. So crowded it is that sometimes it is advisable to book in advance to get a good table. Be that as it may, as a high rate pub – one of the best bars in Da Nang, it has very fast top notch services, delicious food and iced tasty beverages including cocktails, beers, spirits. Its price range varies greatly so as to match different customers’ pockets. The enthusiastic attentive staff here have received many positive feedbacks and reviews. There is also a pool table enabling you to have fun with both your friends and some strangers. Golden Pine Pub tailors its decor to some special occasions such as Halloween at which time you will see some items like ghosts, pumpkins, bats, etc… symbolizing this western holiday, and most of the staff put on costumes and do full-face make-up. In general, this pub is highly recommended if you want to hang out with friends and have a night out.

• Location: 52 Bach Dang, Hai Chau 1, Hai Chau, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 18:00 to 02:00
• Price range: 30.000 – 165.000 VND

7. Simple Man Coffee Bar

If you are a first-time tourist, check out Simple Man coffee Bar next door to the Golden Pine, for it enables a good city view and a chance to make new friends. This 2-storey bar has three bands play live music weekly 

Shortly after entering the bar, customers may get overwhelmed by the chic style of interior, for it is covered with dried coconut leaves, and there is a wide range of old motorbike models on display. These elements all create Simple Man coffee Bar’s key feature and exude an air of antiquity to the complete satisfaction of clients. Simple Man coffee bar is small but cool enough to release stress, get things off your mind and have a cold beer. A wide range of music such as Vietnamese rock music from the 70s and American punk is played here, all of which really has a soothing effect. Furthermore, if you have a good taste in music, this bar is thought to stand head and shoulders above others. 

The bar serves a variety of beverages and food to cater for all tastes with moderately reasonable prices. This place has quite a reputation for cakes, ice-cream and coffee, so you really do not want to miss out on opportunities to give it a try. Another plus point is nightly live music programmes together with well-training friendly waiting staff who are very polite and attentive to every customers’ needs. Therefore it is unnecessary to worry about getting bothered and hurried away by the staff here like some other establishments.

Visit here for a chilled-out night with a few drinks, some chit-chat around the pool table with friends.

• Location: 56 Bach Dang, Hai Chau 1, Hai Chau, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 14:00 to 00:00 
• Price range: 50.000 – 200.000 VND

8. Sky 21 Bar

Sky 21 Bar is considered as one of the best bars in Da Nang with a spectacular view overlooking the whole city and its beach. When it comes to a cool amazing luxury Western bar, it immediately springs to mind. On the floor 12 of Parosand City situated a fantastic bar – an ideal place for whoever loves a romantic airy space. With such a decent location, Sky 21 Bar acts as a nice spot to watch the twilight and starry sky at night. This rooftop bar offers views on both sides including the city and My Khe beach, both of which are breathtaking. You can really have a broad stunning view of the whole city by night because Belle Maison Parosand Danang Hotel is in the centre of Da Nang. 

Besides the spectacular view, its menu includes cocktails and foods, which are so yummy, especially the signature cocktail servings. The bartender team is really talented, so the cocktails made are very good. Apart from that, there are also diverse foods available for customers to order. Although refreshments here cost slightly more than other bars in Da Nang, I am sure checking out Sky 21 Bar will get your money’s worth. Customers can indulge themselves in some indoor games such as Roulette and darts. The best service provided is usually combined with a specific program each week. For instance, each lady is entitled to a free-of-charge cocktail every Thursday night. Like other bars, Sky 21 Bar also has a very professional band to play live music, but apart from these sorts of live music programmes just like other contemporary bars, it offers magic shows as well, adding some spice to customers’ customers. 

In general Sky 21 Bar is very relaxing and pleasant: the music is not too loud, the lights are not blinding, the staff are professional and helpful, the seating area is quite large.  

• Location: The 21st floor, Belle Maison Parosand Danang Hotel, 216 Vo Nguyen Giap , Son Tra, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 17:00 to 00:00
• Price range: 60.000 – 200.000 VND

9. Minsk Bar

If you are broad-minded, big on travelling, interested in getting yourself exposed to different cultures, Minsk bar (Don Vi Toi) is definitely your place of choice in Da Nang. It is said to be popular with not only locals but also expats. 

In the sunshine of Da Nang – a coastal city, rock songs are played, and people from different regions converge on Minsk bar. This is why Don Vi Toi is by all means a promising entertaining destination for the modern-day youth. Walking past and glancing cursorily at it may whet your appetite to find more about this amazing bar because of its exterior. Located in Ngô Thì Sĩ Street, Minsk Bar is a perfect nightlife for having a few cold drinks or hanging out with friends after a long day at the beach. Despite being a reggae-themed bar, in lieu of reggae music, a cool mix of rock classics and softer EDM music is often played here.

In the evening, instead of electric light, you will see a number of oil lamps with rays of dim light. This is one of the highlights contributing to Minsk Bar’s charming romantic vibes. Minsk Bar follows an antique style associated closely with Vietnamese revolution. There is a designated room for an exhibition of a collection of Vietnamese army. All the tables and chairs are made of recycled material, which creates a positive first impression and strikes you that this bar is an environmentally friendly place. As its appearance suggests, Minsk bar’s core message is likened to a communal house for soldiers and young generation who share concerns about global issues such as wars, pollution and poverty. 

As regards refreshments, the menu is quite all-inclusive including traditional drinks, fresh drinks, foods, cocktails, spirits, beers and Vietnamese liquors. All of them are reasonably priced. Another point worth considering is that it does not matter whether you are a Vietnamese or foreign tourist because Minsk Bar’s staff are very hospitable, open and fluent in English, and above all, they bring me a sense of belonging and familiarity. Attracting many foreigners, Don Vi – Toi can be a facilitator of language learning. Therefore, if you want a chilled place to relax after a trying day at work and hope to hone your English speaking skills at the same time, come visit Minsk bar.

• Location: 59 Ngô Thi Si, My An,  Ngu Hanh Son, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 14:00 to 23:00
• Price range: 30.000 – 500.000 VND

10. OQ Lounge Bar

OQ Lounge Pub is one of the most popular and best bars in Da Nang with unique architecture with roomy and open space, promising an entertaining destination for tourists, especially the young enjoying the vibrant atmosphere. With the location in one of the hustle and bustle of the city, accompanied by the slogan “drink not drunk”, OQ Lounge Pub can capture passers-by’s attention just in a moment.

Despite being a “rookie” in the bar industry, OQ is likely to leave a lasting impression on its first-time customers due to its original architecture. The stage is changed on a daily basis and tasteful decoration is modified each season to suit the atmosphere and improve clients’ experience though OQ still commits to a luxurious and modern style. OQ Lounge Pub offers customers plenty of space and a cool atmosphere. Light systems here complement its fanciful style. 

The bartender team and DJs are very gifted and professional to help guests enjoy themselves to the full here. The beverages of this pub are greatly varied to meet the demands of different customers. Traditional cocktails, contemporary cocktails and delicious food are all served here. To be more specific, Carry, Spaghetti, Salad are considered favourable, and some Asian and Vietnamese food is also available at affordable prices.

OQ Lounge Pub puts an emphasis on light and sound systems. Together with state-of-the-art systems, guest Vietnamese vocalists drop by and give a recital every weekend. The music is not too loud, so you can still enjoy chatting with your buddies without having to shout. The vibe here is really special and close; thus, OQ Lounge Pub seems to give me a feel of partying among friends. Hospitable staff, decent refreshments and the welcoming atmosphere all combine to make OQ Lounge bar one of the best bars in Da Nang.

• Location: 18 – 20 Bach Dang, Hai Chau, Danang
• Opening hours: daily, from 16:00 to 2:00
• Price range: 200.000 – 500.000 VND

Each bar in Danang will have its own appealing aspects. However, their common point is that they all aim at satisfying even the most picky customers. Hoping that with the help of this blog, you will now be able to find your most suitable bar, or if (understandably) you find all these bars amazing, then you now have a long list of what to do at night in Danang!