Sitting on Hàng Trống — one of Hoàn Kiếm's most storied streets, steps from Hoan Kiem Lake — Le Ciel Bar has quietly built one of the strongest reputations of any bar in central Hanoi. A 4.9-star rating drawn from more than 1,600 Google reviews is not accidental; it reflects a level of consistency that most venues in the neighborhood don't sustain across that volume of opinion.
The name gestures toward the sky, and the bar carries that register through in its feel — less the rowdy tourist-strip drinking spot that dominates nearby Tạ Hiện, more a considered room where the cocktail program is the point. Hàng Trống attracts a mix of Hanoi professionals, expats, and travelers who've done enough research to avoid the obvious, and Le Ciel draws from all three.
For an evening in Hoàn Kiếm that doesn't start with a bia hơi and end at a neon-lit backpacker bar, this is a natural anchor. The address puts it within easy walking distance of the lake, the Old Quarter, and St. Joseph's Cathedral, which makes it a practical choice for anyone moving through the district rather than staying in one spot all night. At 1,649 reviews and still climbing, the crowd has already voted.
Sweet skybar at our hotel with a stunning violet of Hanoi at Sunset. We came up for a drink, stayed for 2 (or was it 3?). Tang was an excellent server who even offered to take our photo without us asking - which was super nice: it was a nice respite from the hustle and bustle of the Old Quarter. Worth stoping by for a drink.
Great night. Service and drinks are amazing. Love the vibe!
Cocktails are delicious! Must try their traditional I “MIT” you. Definitely my favorite place in Hanoi by far! Great vibes and amazing vibes!
The view from this rooftop bar is fantastic, but unfortunately that's where the positives ended. The staff were not particularly friendly, and when I ordered a mojito, I was told they couldn't make one. Curious, I asked why, as it's one of the most standard cocktails in the world. The response was that they don't keep mint because it's too expensive to have on hand in case someone wants a mojito. That seemed like a strange business decision, especially considering we ended up leaving and spending less money because of it. To make matters worse, I had clearly informed the staff that I have a gluten allergy, yet the cocktail I was served arrived with a large wafer containing gluten balanced across the top of the glass. Serving a gluten-containing garnish after being told about a gluten allergy demonstrates a serious lack of attention to customer safety and dietary requirements. From our table we could also see staff sitting around on their phones rather than actively engaging with guests. The drinks we did order were okay, but nothing memorable. In fact, they were so weak that I genuinely questioned whether there was any alcohol in them at all. Hanoi has no shortage of rooftop bars with amazing views, attentive service, and quality cocktails. The view here is excellent, but overall I'd skip this one.
Rooftop bar at the L’Hotel du Lac. Drinks were great, and they had a cultural night on Saturday night which was nice and really set the ambience apart. Highly Recommend!
Breakfast available: Opens by 7 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Ha Noi.
Reservations: Call +84 912 959 906 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
Best for: date night, after-dinner drinks, small group gathering, evening out.
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