Top 10 Rooftop bars and restaurants with the best view in Saigon

Here are top 10 places which are good vantage points to admire the fantastic cityscape of Vietnam’s most cosmopolitan city. Follow us up to the rooftop Bars. Cafes, and Restaurants for the scenic views of Saigon skyline.
Top Of The Town
Arriving here, you will be surprised at the classic and elegant design of Top Of The Town, giving the vibe of a fairytale garden or the ancient Greek mythological palace. Having a spectacular 360-degree view of Saigon, Top Of The Town is the perfect destination for celebrations, romantic dinners or private parties with its international wine list and à la carte menu. Yet, the food menu is limited in comparison with the drinks one, and water is free here. Come and join the vibrancy in the terrace bar with locals, expats, and tourists.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/TopoftheTownBarandRestaurant (Vietnamese)
Address: #18 An Duong Vuong Street, Ward 9, District 5, HCMC / 25th floor of Windsor Plaza Hotel
Opening hours: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 28 3833 6688
Price range: 100,000 – 660,000VND
Café EON
Located on the 50-52th floor, Café EON is now the highest cafés in Saigon for a stunning view, especially suitable for night get-togethers when the city is overwhelmed with colorful lights. This venue features two concepts, one of those fond of overlooking the cityscape ‘from above the cloud’ while enjoying tasty drinks and the other concentrates on Asian foods. However, since it is ‘on the cloud’, the cheapest price for a drink here is 120,000 VND, which is still better than buying a ticket to Bitexco to see the city. (For more information, the 49th floor of Bitexco Tower is Saigon Skydeck where you can also get a 360-degree panorama of the city through a telescope with an entrance fee of 200,000 VND.)

Website: http://eon51.com/cafe-eon/ (English, Vietnamese)
https://www.facebook.com/EON50Cafe/?hc_ref=NEWSFEED (Vietnamese)
Address: #2 Hai Trieu Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC / 50-52th floor of Bitexco Tower
Opening hours: 8:00 am to 11:30 pm (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 28 6291 8750
Price range: 120,000 – 260,000VND
Moonlight Café
Located on the top floor of Parkson CT Plaza building near Tan Son Nhat Airport, this is the cafe known for the ideal airplane view of Saigon. Therefore, ‘airplane café’ has become the brand of this cafe terrace. Sitting in the café and that is a stunning view you might see! Just lean back to the wooden chair, relish a coconut juice, watch an airplane preparing to take off on a glittering night, and so on. You can also observe the airport on the way up by using the outside glass elevator (this elevator is only available for floor 10 ‘CGV Cinema’ and floor 11 ‘Moonlight Café’). All these things will make your night unforgettable. There are also a ball house for kids and some live piano performances after 8 pm.

Address: #60A Truong Son Street, Ward 2, Tan Binh District, HCMC /11th floor of Parkson CT Plaza
Opening hours: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 28 3547 2555
Price range: 35,000 – 65,000VND
Lac Dinh House

The cool, shady Turtle Lake area is always an ideal place for those who like to savor snacks while observing Saigon’s busy traffic. But have you ever thought of watching the scene from above to see the whole picture of this modern yet classic area? If the answer is yes, then don’t hesitate to go to Lac Dinh House. Frankly speaking, Lac Dinh is not so much a café as a tea shop. At Lac Dinh, you don’t need to be a connoisseur of tea, just say what you like and the mistress will make a teapot that meets your requirements. Tea will be served as a set along with a small teapot and a boiling oven to keep it hot. Cakes and dishes are made to her own recipe, so the taste is very distinctive such as cheesy chicken and rice, tiramisu, avocado double cheesecake, black forest cake, carmen cake, cherry scones, apple pie and even traditional dishes, namely water fern cake, bánh xèo (Vietnamese pancake). You can access the website to know more about the day’s menu as it varies every day. Rarely does anyone complain about cakes and tea; but if they do, it is probably about having to climb the stairs to the 4th floor and there are so few tables that it is frequently crowded. Therefore, reservation is a must. Also, the store closes as soon as the dishes are out of stock and the parking lot on the ground level is for Phuc Long café only so you should call the number below in advance.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/lacdinhtram/ (Vietnamese)
Address: #6 Cong Truong Quoc Te Street, Ward 6, District 3, HCMC / 4th floor
Opening hours: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 901 872 105
Price range: 45,000 – 200,00VND
Chill Skybar
What is more awesome than having delicious cocktails while watching the sunset from the top? And if you have a plan for night parties, this is the perfect place. Located on the 26 & 27th floor, many music stars come here to sing frequently and famous local and international DJs are ready to ramp the energy up every weekend. Fancy as it seems, if you don’t reserve in advance, you might even have difficulty getting a space to stand, much less sit, especially at weekends. Chill also have a restaurant on the 27th floor called 27 Grill, separate from the Chill Skybar that is outdoor on the terrace, specializing in steaks. So you can enjoy the view of Saigon with the outstanding Bitexco building before fill your stomach up as the food preparing time is quite long. Most importantly, men coming here have to wear trousers and shoes, wear shorts and slippers and the securities won’t let you in. As for women, high heels are not recommended since you have to stand most of the time, unless you arrive here before 10 when there are fewer customers.

Website: http://chillsaigon.com/ (English)
https://www.facebook.com/like.chill.saigon/?hc_ref=NEWSFEED (English, Vietnamese)
Address: #76A Le Lai Street, District 1, HCMC / 26-27th floor of AB Tower
Opening hours: 5:30 pm to 2:00 am (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 938 822 838
Price range: 200,000 – 550,000 VND
Mary Jane’s The Bar

Located on the rooftop of a building in District 1, Mary Jane’s The Bar is an ideal place for young people who love romantic outdoor space and photography. From here, you can enjoy a cool atmosphere on high and observe Saigon from when the sun sets until it glitters in the lights at night. The bar is divided into different areas with different seating styles and you will not have a hard time getting the chance to relax and enjoy the fresh air. There are also long benches and tables for groups with lots of greenery, flowers and graffiti drawings. Sadly, there are some minus points. The drinks are quite bland according to some customers and options are limited. This place is also difficult to find as there is no signboard at the front. So for the entrance, search for the entry of the bank, take the elevator to the 10th floor and take the last stairs up or you can ask the security.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/maryjanethebar/ (Vietnamese)
Address: #85 Nguyen Huu Cau Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, HCMC /11th floor
Opening hours: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 903 104 319
Price range: 30,000 – 200,000VND
Pandora Sky Lounge
If you are looking for a suitable space to watch Saigon at night, Pandora Rooftop Lounge is one of the best options. Being one of the first two rooftop bars in HCMC, located in the prime location of the city, Pandora is divided into two areas: hip-hop music indoors and deep/tropical house music outdoors. Prices here are quite high (a mixed-fruits dish at 490,000VND, shisha at 399,000VND, a cocktail at 98,000VND, cheapest outdoor drinks for a group at 990,000VND and food at 120,000VND or more). But if you come during 6-9pm every day, which is called ‘Happy Hours’, you are offered 50% discount on drinks & shisha and 20% discount on the total bill for food. Yet, ironically, the chefs don’t start cooking until 7:30 pm according to some reviews. And 6-7pm is the suitable time period for couples with romantic dates because it is not very crowded at that time.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/PandoraSkyLounge (Vietnamese)
Address: #36 Bui Thi Xuan Street, District 1, HCMC / 14th floor of HDTC Building
Opening hours: 6:00 pm to 3:00 am (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 28 3926 0455 – (+84) 938 222 324
Price range: 200,000 – 490,000VND
Cloud 9 Lounge (The Fusion)

Situated right next to the Turtle Lake, Cloud 9 Lounge is a perfect hang-out for tourists. The café is divided into 2 different areas. The 6th floor has a modern interior design in harmony with warm lighting, and the rooftop lounge is designed and furnished in a spacious, airy alfresco style. The roof terrace is fantastic, not the highest but what you find will surprise you. It is like you are transported out of the city and into a tropical setting, among lovely greenery with well-placed bamboo and plants. There are also private corners so you can chat with your friends in a more intimate atmosphere. Cloud 9 offers diners a wide selection of international wines along with beers, creative cocktails, and traditional Asian cuisine. Moreover, every Friday and Saturday, DJs come here to rock the place and bring absolute entertainment to everyone with music varies from half-decent dance music to average cheesy pop. But the main selling point still is the view of the bright spots of the city as the sun sets.

Address: #2bis Cong Truong Quoc Te Street, Ward 6, District 3, HCMC / 6-7th floor of Hai Nam Building
Opening hours: 5:00 pm to 00:00 am (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 909 445 544 – (+84) 983 160 521
Price range: 200,000 – 400,000VND
Shri Restaurant & Lounge
Located on the 23rd floor of Centec Tower, this modern, comfortable and stylish restaurant – café is the perfect place to meet up and enjoy Asian cuisine with panoramic views of the city. The word ‘Shri’ in Sanskrit means ‘light’, as this location uses transparent glass to receive multiple sources of light. In the evening, the place is sparkling with the light from the city, creating a romantic atmosphere suitable for couples and intimate dates with friends and family. Customers say that there are about 6-7 tables in the restaurant yet it is not often crowded. And for over six years, Shri has been famed for its delicious Asian and Spanish grill dishes, especially the savory and tangy goose liver paste dish, with the largest selection of international wines and cocktails.

Website: http://shri.vn/ (English)
https://www.facebook.com/shri.restaurant/ (Vietnamese)
Address: #72-74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, District 3, HCMC /23rd floor of Centec Tower
Opening hours: 10:00 am to 00:00 am (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 28 3827 9631
Price range: 300,000 – 660,000VND
Café De La Poste

With a beautiful location in the heart of the city, next to HCMC Post Office and opposite Notre Dame Cathedral, Café De La Poste is a great place to enjoy coffee and have a date with Saigon. Being one of the rarest venues with a panoramic view of the most beautiful area of Saigon, its French architecture reminisces the beauty of the Pearl of the Far East, gracefully contrasts with the glittering modern buildings. Starting off the morning at Café De La Poste with a cup of Noisette coffee while watching the vibrant and liberal lifestyle of Saigoneses is absolutely refreshing. Café De La Poste is also a favorite destination of travelers not only for the view of Saigon architecture but also for the European, American and Vietnamese cuisines and the bar with an attractive wine rack. And don’t forget to try Vietnamese beef and vegetable stew (bò kho) and shredded pork skin bánh mì – two most positively rated dishes here. Sadly, a few customers were displeased at the slow service when having to wait for 10-15 minutes for food and some unattentive waiters. Yet, why not come here to admire the view and see if those complaints are true?

Website: https://www.facebook.com/cafedelapostevietnam/ (Vietnamese)
Address: #2 Cong Xa Paris Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC
Opening hours: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm (Everyday)
Tel: (+84) 28 3823 1634
Price range: 49,000 – 149,000VND
By Trinh Ha
Source: Mazevietnam