3B Saigon

Tucked away at 109/8 Trần Khắc Chân, Phường Tân Định, Quận 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, 3B Saigon is a standout spot for craft-beer lovers in Vietnam’s buzzing southern metropolis. The bar’s entrance is subtle — a green door down a narrow alley — giving it a relaxed, off-the-tourist-radar feel. One reviewer says: “The entrance looks like a secret green door, and inside is a cozy, relaxed space to enjoy great beer.” Once inside, the vibe is friendly and unpretentious. You’ll find chilled glasses, a changing selection of Vietnamese craft beers alongside interesting imports, and staff who are happy to guide you through the taps. On platforms like Untappd, patrons have flagged beers such as “The Shore Citrus Sour” by Heart of Darkness Brewery and others from Toucan Brewing as available here. The layout is compact yet comfortable — enough space to pull up a stool at the bar, chat with bartenders, or hang in a small group. Background music, local conversations, and chilled-out ambiance make it ideal for pre-dinner drinks, relaxed evenings, or beer-focused nights out. One visitor notes: “Awesome little beer bar to escape the heat of the day. The beer is served ice cold in a chilled glass.” While 3B Saigon is very much about beer, there’s also an appreciation of craft, of story, and local flavour. It’s less about glitzy cocktail theatrics and more about flavour-driven, well-executed brews in a welcoming environment. The bar positions itself as “the best craft beer bar in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1” on its own site. If you’re planning to visit: go later afternoon or early evening when the atmosphere is relaxed; ask for whatever local brew is new or trending; note that it may be quieter mid-week; cashless or card may be okay but always good to check; and it’s in a lively area with other bars/cafés so you can make a little evening of it. In short: For anyone who wants to step away from the main tourist-bar corridors of Ho Chi Minh and dive into craft beer in a comfortable, local-focussed setting, 3B Saigon is a top pick.