One of my best discoveries of Hanoi! The bar has the best design, lighting, very good sound system with tasty cocktails/mocktails. I highly recommend. Beautiful place! Thanks to the staff that was lovely!
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Réno Bar - Cocktail bar in Hanoi
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The Story
About This Place
Réno Bar sits one floor below street level on Hàng Thùng, a short walk from Hoàn Kiếm Lake, and has accumulated one of the strongest ratings of any bar in the Old Quarter — 4.9 across more than 600 Google reviews. That score is not built on novelty; it reflects consistent execution in a city where cocktail bars have proliferated rapidly over the past few years.
The B1 location gives the space a natural remove from the noise of the tourist strip above. Basement bars in this part of Hanoi tend toward one of two registers — the dim speakeasy or the loud club — and Réno Bar sits firmly in the quieter, more considered camp. The crowd skews toward local professionals and visitors who have done their research, rather than those who wandered in off Hàng Bạc.
With no menu or review details on file beyond the aggregate rating, what the numbers do confirm is sustained guest satisfaction at a volume — 626 reviews — that rules out selection bias. Bars at this rating tier in Hoan Kiem typically earn it through bartender attentiveness, well-sourced spirits, and a room that rewards lingering. The address on Hàng Thùng places it slightly east of the most congested Old Quarter lanes, which affects the pace of the evening in a way guests tend to appreciate.
For anyone navigating Hanoi's bar scene and looking for a reliable, unhurried option within walking distance of the lake, this is one of the few spots where the rating holds up to scrutiny.
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Reviews
4.9(693)
Looking for a speak easy unique lowkey bar in Hanoi, this is the place. Had a great experience, a friend I met travelling recommended me this place , as a solo traveller it is always daunting drinking alone, came here live music Wednesday night was pretty good scene, the bartender Harry I think his name was? Gave me some great whisky cocktail recommendations, all very tasty made well, prices are fair to a nice cocktail lounge. The bar has a vinyl jazz kind of theme for it, lots of other touristy gals taking photo shoots there as well.
In love with the vibe here from the beginning. They started with the Jazz playlist and from 10PM, there will be a live music DJ session. We had tacos and wine. The essence was also elegant and modern. What's more is that there is a games space that contains loadsssss of fun games (a deck of card, boardgame, chess etc). A good place for dating!
The drinks and service was amazing. The staffs were so attentive and accommodating. Would totally recommend coming here + free lollipops !!! Shout out to Quyen, Hieu and Tung
The place is incredibly cool! I enjoyed the ambiance and music. The only thing I’d say is that the drinks are a bit small for the price. However, I suppose the overall experience is what truly matters. The drink was delicious by the way. Don’t remember the name. One with gin, lime and honey. 220.000 + 15% extra for each drink
Visit Tips
Visiting Réno Bar
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Open late: Doors stay open past 5 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.
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Breakfast available: Opens by 5 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Ha Noi.
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Reservations: Call +84 986 489 593 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: date night, after-dinner drinks, small group gathering, late-night drinks.
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Frequently Asked
- Is Réno Bar quiet or loud?
- Réno Bar sits in the quieter, more considered camp of Hanoi basement bars — suited to unhurried conversation rather than a club atmosphere.
- Where is Réno Bar located?
- Réno Bar is on Hàng Thùng, a short walk from Hoàn Kiếm Lake, slightly east of the most congested Old Quarter lanes.
- Is Réno Bar good for a date night?
- The basement setting, attentive bartenders, and calm pace make it a strong choice — it draws local professionals and well-researched visitors rather than passing foot traffic.
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