Hanoi: 17 cafes with live music for a night stroll.

In Hanoi , an evening of live music usually begins simply: choose a seat close enough to the stage, order a drink to your liking, and let the guitar or band guide you through familiar and new melodies. If you're planning a "after-dinner stroll," the list below compiles 17 live music cafes with addresses, opening hours, and price ranges based on source information.

Choose a bar that matches the atmosphere you want for a Hanoi night.

For a professional stage setup with powerful sound and lighting , consider lounge-style venues like Swing Music Lounge or Trixie Cafe & Lounge.
For those who like acoustic, intimate music : Xóm Cà Phê, Nhà Sàn Art Café, G4U Cafe Acoustic, TYPOGRAF, 20TH Coffee.
If you want to listen to Trinh Cong Son's music and enjoy a nostalgic atmosphere : Trinh Ca Cafe, Xom Ca Phe.
Want the nightlife of the city ? Check out Ta Hien bar.

Here's a list of 17 live music cafes for you to save quickly.

Location	Address	Opening hours	Reference price
9 PM Coffee Lounge Music	6th Floor, BIDV Building, 85 Luong Dinh Cua Street, Kim Lien Ward, Hanoi	19:00-23:00	35,000-100,000 VND
Polygon Music	29, Alley 31, Lane 167, Kim Lien, Hanoi	20:45-23:00	40,000-100,000 VND
Trinh Ca Cafe	Alley 233, To Hieu Street, Nghia Do Ward, Hanoi	07:00-23:00	20,000-55,000 VND
Swing Music Lounge	13th Floor, 21 Trang Tien Street, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi	8:00 AM - 11:30 PM	50,000-900,000 VND
Coffee Village	House N6E Trung Hoa Nhan Chinh, Lane 48 Le Van Luong, Hanoi; No. A2 Lot BT1A Bui Xuan Phai, Hanoi	07:00-23:00	25,000-50,000 VND
Ay Room	63 Hang Bun Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi	20:00-00:00	30,000-100,000 VND
Coffee No	103 D9 Thai Thinh Alley, Dong Da Ward, Hanoi	9:00 AM - 10:00 PM	25,000-45,000 VND
Nha San Art Café	Lane 6, Vinh Phuc , Hanoi	Monday-Friday: 9:00-23:00; Saturday-Sunday: 8:30-23:00	15,000-45,000 VND
Container Kefe	1 BT1 Resco Pham Van Dong, Dong Ngac Ward, Hanoi	06:00-22:00	28,000-50,000 VND
Acoustic Cafe 236 Hang Bong	236 Hang Bong Street, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi	Monday: 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM; Tuesday: 7:00 PM - 11:45 PM; Wednesday - Sunday: 7:00 PM - 11:00 AM	100,000-440,000 VND
Trixie Cafe & Lounge	165 Thai Ha Street, Dong Da Ward, Hanoi	07:00-23:00	50,000-200,000 VND
G4U Cafe Acoustic	29 Nguyen Khang Street, Yen Hoa Ward, Hanoi	07:00-23:00	20,000-55,000 VND
Cong Cafe on Lang Street	94 Lang Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi	07:30-23:00	20,000-100,000 VND
TYPOGRAPH	158 Thuong Dinh, Khuong Dinh Ward, Hanoi	09:00-23:00	30,000-100,000 VND
20th Coffee	108K17 Nguyen Hien Street, Bach Mai Ward, Hanoi	07:00-23:00	25,000-50,000 VND
ATC Coffee Music	Basement B1, Ho Guom Plaza Shopping Mall, 110 Tran Phu Street, Ha Dong District, Hanoi	09:00-23:00	25,000-40,000 VND
Hay Bar Ta Hien	12 Ta Hien Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi	12:00-1:00	100,000-500,000 VND

Suggested listening experiences based on individual preferences.

Lounge area, large stage

Swing Music Lounge (13th floor, 21 Trang Tien Street, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi) impresses with its French aristocratic-style decor, diverse drink selection, and daily live music. According to sources, the venue boasts a stage and modern sound and lighting systems, and has previously featured performances by renowned singers such as Tuan Hung, Cat Tuong, and My Linh.

Trixie Cafe&Lounge (165 Thai Ha Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi) is another option for those who enjoy a lively atmosphere, pop music, and romantic ballads; sources also indicate that the cafe often invites many singers such as Tuan Hung, My Tam, Ho Ngoc Ha, and Dam Vinh Hung.

Acoustic music, intimate and easy to sit through for a long time.

If you're looking for a quiet evening listening to music, Xóm Cà Phê (N6E Trung Hòa Nhân Chính, Lane 48 Lê Văn Lương, Hanoi; A2 Lot BT1A Bùi Xuân Phái, Hanoi) evokes the feeling of stepping into a nostalgic "small neighborhood." According to sources, the café hosts Trịnh Công Sơn's music and live acoustic music nights every Friday and Saturday.

Nha San Art Café (6 Vinh Phuc Alley, Hanoi) is perfect for those who appreciate a nostalgic atmosphere: stilt houses, tiled roofs, wooden beams and columns, wooden tables and chairs, and even speakers reminiscent of previous decades. Here, the music listening experience tends towards tranquility and serenity.

G4U Cafe Acoustic (29 Nguyen Khang, Yen Hoa, Hanoi) is described as offering music all day and night, simple yet creating a comfortable atmosphere. TYPOGRAF (158 Thuong Dinh, Khuong Dinh Ward, Hanoi) has music starting at 8:45 PM, according to the source, making it suitable for a visit after dinner.

Nostalgia and Trinh Cong Son's music

Trinh Ca Café (233 To Hieu Alley, Nghia Do, Hanoi) is for those seeking a quiet corner to listen to Trinh Cong Son's music amidst vintage decor. The source lists several familiar songs by the late musician Trinh Cong Son, such as "Diem Xua," "Bien Nho," "Vo Thuong," "Thu Phai," and "Mua Hong."

The old town and its bustling nightlife.

Acoustic Cafe 236 Hang Bong (236 Hang Bong, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi) is located in the Old Quarter and is described as having high-quality sound and lighting and a busy performance schedule. If you want a true "nightlife," there's Hay Bar Ta Hien (12 Ta Hien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi), open from 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM; according to sources, the music starts playing from 9 PM, creating a vibrant atmosphere characteristic of the Ta Hien area.

Suggestions for scheduling after listening to music.

If you want a change of pace after an evening of live music at a cafe, a suggested attraction is the VinKE & Vinpearl Aquarium at Vincom Mega Mall Times City. According to sources, this aquarium houses over 30,000 marine creatures and offers activities such as visiting the reptile cave area, saltwater and freshwater fish areas; watching mermaid shows, ocean dances, and some penguin and fish feeding programs.

Tips for a perfect music listening experience

Be aware of show times : some venues have clear start times, such as 9 PM Coffee Lounge Music (the program starts at 8:30 PM according to the source) or TYPOGRAF (from 8:45 PM according to the source). If you want good seats, you should arrive earlier than the show time.
Choose a venue based on your budget : the list has a wide price range, from 15,000-45,000 VND (Nha San Art Café) to 50,000-900,000 VND (Swing Music Lounge). Compare this with the venue's style and the time you plan to visit.
Check the opening hours carefully for each day : for example, Acoustic Cafe 236 Hang Bong has different hours throughout the week, according to the source.
Going in a group or alone : lounges are suitable for groups, while acoustic/vintage music venues are often easier to sit alone, listen to the whole song, and "slow down" amidst the hustle and bustle.

With these 17 locations, you can "create" a Hanoi night in your own way, according to your preferred rhythm: starting with coffee, listening to a few familiar songs, and ending with a brightly lit street scene. The most important thing is to choose the right atmosphere and time so that music becomes a natural part of the experience.