Have a drink at Hanoi Social Club

On three levels with retro furniture, the Hanoi Social Club is an artist hub and the city's most cosmopolitan cafe. Dishes include potato fritters with chorizo for breakfast, and pasta, burgers and wraps for lunch or dinner. Vegetarian options feature a tasty mango curry, and the quiet laneway location is a good spot for an egg coffee (60,000d), beer or wine.

The Hanoi Social Club also hosts regular gigs and events. Check its Facebook page for what's on.