Nightclubs, Bars, & Lounges
PHU QUOC NIGHTLIFE
Introduction | Guide | Beach Bars | Lounges | Karaoke | Beer Gardens | Nightclubs
Phu Quoc Nights
Phu Quoc Island is one of Vietnam’s most exciting entertainment destinations and destined to become one of Asia’s best. The island has already hosted a 2 week long international music festival featuring the best DJ’s from all around the world, a Miss Vietnam pageant, and even American Idol’s Kelly Clarkson threw a concert here! The nightlife options on Phu Quoc are plentiful and primarily cater to more of a upmarket mature crowd, similar to Singapore, Bali, Phuket, and Bangkok. Discover some of the island’s most happening nightclubs, bars, pubs, casino shows and even karaoke joints on the island by reading our comprehensive nightlife and bar guide found below. Our island navigators worked tirelessly to create this information for you so that you can save time, plan accordingly, and experience the best of what Phu Quoc has to offer.
Party Rock Phu Quoc: The Official Island Nightlife Guide
Updated for 2018
There are hundreds of nightlife options currently available in Phu Quoc, and we know your time on the island is limited, so sit back relax and read the guide below and plan your night out on the island accordingly, we’ve got you covered! We’ve hand picked the venues listed on this page and they represent the very best of what Phu Quoc has to offer.
What to expect
Phu Quoc is less known for its nightclubs, where often times the only patrons at these clubs will be a dozen people or so. It is more known for its beachfront bars, lounges, and upscale rooftops with epic views of the ocean. With so many bars and clubs opening and closing on a monthly basis, only a few have endured the test of time and have become the “go-to” places to have a drink, be seen, and to enjoy some great beats.
Phu Quoc Nightclubs vs Bars vs Lounges
The distinction between a “bar”, “lounge”, “pub”, “beach bar”, and “nightclub” is extremely blurred on the island as most businesses on Phu Quoc want to attract everyone and call themselves everything. The following is how we define each category, which is aligned with most foreign nations.
- Bar: Primarily a drinking establishment set in a social environment where you can mingle with other patrons. A “Bar” (as defined by us) may or may not serve food as well.
- Backpacker Bar: A subset of a “Bar”on Phu Quoc which caters to a younger crowd. These bars are often at the islands numerous hostels.
- Beach Bar: An bar that is directly on the beach with access to the ocean.
- Sky Bars & Rooftops: A bar or a lounge that is located on the rooftops of hotels.
- Beer Garden: A bar that serves locally brewed craft beer or is a microbrewery serving its own beer on site.
- Pub: A bar that affects an English, Scottish or Irish motif.
- Lounge: An upmarket place with nice decor that also serves food.
- Nightclub: An upmarket disco or club that has a designated dancing area and DJ.
Safety
The number one issue on Phu Quoc, and most tourist destinations in Asia, is the prevalent use of counterfeit products. Cheap alcohol imported from China is often poured into branded liquor bottles and sold to customers. This type of alcohol is commonly used for “mixed drinks” such as gin and tonic or rum and coke. This bait-and-switch tactic is often used at lower tier bars and are not mentioned in this guide.
If you are visiting one of the many Phu Quoc bars or nightclubs alone, please do not accept random drinks from strangers. Order your drinks from staff or directly from the bar tender. If you have had a lot to drink and need to take a taxi back to your resort alone, please inform staff and/or get them to call a taxi for you.
Things to know
- Phu Quoc’s nightlife & entertainment options are mainly concentrated in Duong To commune, the most popular region in Phu Quoc and home to the islands longest beach — Bai Truong.
- Backpacker bars can be found in the following areas of Duong To: Cua Lap, Ba Keo, and Long Beach Village.
- Upscale lounges, rooftops, and beachfront bars can be found in the Bai Truong Tourist Complex area of Duong To in Duong Bao hamlet, which is located just south of the Phu Quoc Airport.
- There are also nightlife and entertainment options at the Phu Quoc Casino Resort Complex up in Ganh Dau Commune.
- Gay-friendly bars can be found at Fingernail Island (Hon Mong Tay) and in Duong Dong Town.
- The legal drinking age in Vietnam is 18 but it is not really enforced on Phu Quoc Island. Also, unlike most western nations, you can drink an alcoholic beverage anywhere you want.
- Buying alcohol is as easy as buying water and local beer and liquors can be purchased at almost any store that sells food/snacks/drinks.
- All beaches that are on Phu Quoc Island are public.
- Most bars have shisha/hookah, strong WiFi, and western toilets.
- Along Tran Hung Dao Street, the main tourist street, there are many legitimate liquor stores that sell imported wines and spirits, in case you want to buy your own.
- Do not drink alcohol and ride a motorbike, it is against the law.
Beach Bars In Phu Quoc
Several venues on this page have closed since it was written. For bars open in October 2026 — beach bars, cocktail bars, pubs and rooftops — see Phu Quoc Bars.
There are many “beach bars” on Phu Quoc as every beach front resort or restaurant on the island has its own “bar”, however not all have “atmosphere” or are worth mentioning. The following consists of the best beach bars found on Phu Quoc Island that have delicious and safe drinks, good music, a great view and ambiance.
La Veranda Beach Bar
Location: Ba Keo, Duong To Hours of Operation: 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM Type: Luxury bar – no plastic chairs here. Food Available: Yes Claim to fame: Location, brand, beach deck,. Affiliated with a hotel/resort?: La Veranda
Review: Designed in colonial style architecture, La Veranda is one of the oldest luxury resorts on Phu Quoc that is located right in the heart of Long Beach. Their beach bar is a great place to watch the famous Long Beach sunset in a upscale and mature environment. The bar is well stocked with premium liquor and a wide selection of beers. It’s a great “date” place and perfect for couples looking for something traditional, romantic, and opulent.
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Department of Chemistry Bar
Location: Bãi Kem, An Thới Town Hours of Operation: 3.00 PM – 1.30 AM Type: Luxury resort bar. A place to have casual drink right on the beach. Food Available: Yes Claim to fame: 5 star luxury resort, university theme. Affiliated with a hotel/resort?: Yes, J.W. Marriott Phu Quoc Resort
Review: The J.W. Marriott Phu Quoc Resort (JWMPQ) is located right on the white sands of Bai Khem Beach. The JWMPQ is one of the islands most luxurious resorts and it has adopted a “university” theme, i.e. the resort is designed to reflect a French university that was once located here – Lamarck University. The associated bar that is mentioned in this guide is part of the “Department of Chemistry” which serves a variety of drinks either indoors or beach side. The resort is opened to the public and we recommend the trip out here to experience one the islands best resorts.
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The Malabar
Temporarily closed as of October 2026 (Google Maps) — check before going.
Location: Ba Keo, Duong To Hours of Operation: 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM Type: Luxury bar – no plastic chairs here. Food Available: Yes Claim to fame: Location, brand, beach deck,. Affiliated with a hotel/resort?: La Veranda
Review: Designed in colonial style architecture, La Veranda is one of the oldest luxury resorts on Phu Quoc that is located right in the heart of Long Beach. Their beach bar is a great place to watch the famous Long Beach sunset in a upscale and mature environment. The bar is well stocked with premium liquor and a wide selection of beers. It’s a great “date” place and perfect for couples looking for something traditional, romantic, and opulent.
Lounges
The following are some of the best Phu Quoc lounges that you should consider visiting while vacationing on Phu Quoc Island. The venues listed below share one common trait: upscale ambiance.
Xin Chao
Location: Trần Hưng Đạo, at the end of Long Beach, Duong To Hours of Operation: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Type: Multi-story oceanfront lounge Food Available: Yes, seafood is their specialty Claim to Fame: Location, signature cocktails, ambiance, and seafood Affiliated with a hotel/resort?: No, but the Blue Lagoon Resort is near by.
Review: Xin Chao (Nhà Hàng Hải Sản Xin Chào) is one of the more premiere resto-lounges found on Phu Quoc. Centrally located, this well designed multi-story oceanfront restaurant located at the Northern end of Tran Hung Dao Street has one key asset, the unobstructed view of the sunset. They are usually packed on most nights so get here early.
Saigon Hub
Temporarily closed as of October 2026 (Google Maps) — check before going.
Location: Phu Quoc Night Market at Bach Dang Street by the Duong Dong River. Review: This venue is a great place for beer, cocktails, socializing, and people watching. A wide selection of bottled beers are available but only Tiger is available on tap. A 3L tower of Tiger draught beer is perfect for sharing. They also have arcade games!
Karaoke
Sing the night away at these Phu Quoc Karaoke clubs.
Quốc Quỳnh Lounge & Karaoke
Location: 49 Ngô Quyền – Khu phố 5 – Thị Trấn Dương Đông Hours of Operation: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM Type: Mid-market lounge, bar, karaoke Food Available: Yes Claim to Fame:AmenitiesAffiliated with a hotel/resort?: No
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BEER GARDENS IN PHU QUOC
The Phu Quoc Special Zone has literally hundreds of bars. Anyone can literally start a “pop up style” bar, all you need are a couple of beers for sale some plastic chairs, bluetooth wireless speakers and your smartphone with the Spotify App. 90% of the bars on Phu Quoc are concentrated in Phu Quoc Island, the special zone’s largest island. The following are some of the best bars and drinking experiences that are popular with tourists:
Beer Garden
Location: 98B Tran Hung Dao, Long Beach Hours of Operation: 4:00pm to 12:00am Type: Beer Garden Food Available: Yes Claim to Fame: Serving Kinh Beer, a locally brewed beer Affiliated with a hotel/resort?: No
Review: This simple open air bar serves relatively cheap seafood, but stick with beers on tap, which are brewed on the island. The brand of the beer that is available here is called “Kinh Beer” and two types of suds are available: a blonde and a dark. We preferred the blonde ($0.50US per glass), as it was lighter and satisfying but others from our team enjoyed the dark ($0.75US per glass).
Phu Quoc Draft Beer
Location: All over Phu Quoc; HQ: 380 Nguyen Van Cu, An Thoi Town, near the An Thoi Market Hours of Operation: 2:00PM to 10:00PM Type: Local beer/various bars Food Available: Yes Claim to Fame: Cheap fresh beer Affiliated with a hotel/resort?: No
Review: An affordable locally produced beer available at a few places all around Phu Quoc Island. The beer is unique, relatively cheap at $0.50US per glass, and truly is a new Phu Quoc foody experience. Find yourself a simple street side bar, sit down, and order a Phu Quoc Draft Beer (“Bia”) and some snacks. Blonde and dark beers are available in both draught and in bottle.
Quintessential “Local” Experience
The Phu Quoc Special Zone has literally hundreds of bars. Anyone can literally start a “pop up style” bar, all you need are a couple of beers for sale some plastic chairs, bluetooth wireless speakers and your smartphone with the Spotify App. 90% of the bars on Phu Quoc are concentrated in Phu Quoc Island, the special zone’s largest island. The following are some of the best bars and drinking experiences that are popular with tourists:
Mui Dinh Cau
Location: Dinh Cau Beach & Temple Area Review: You do not need to spend a lot of money to enjoy Phu Quoc, nor do you need to go to a designated bar to watch an amazing sunset. Some of the best island experiences are out in the open. To kick off the Best Phu Quoc Bars section we will begin by highlighting a public place located at the base of the Dinh Cau Temple. During the sunset hours this area becomes alive! Plastic chairs and tables are set up, street vendors roll in, and both locals and curious tourists come by. Find yourself an empty table, sit down and order either a Vietnamese brand beer (333, Saigon Red or Saigon Green) which is very cheap, fresh pressed sugar cane juice (called Nuoc Mia) with no ice, or a bubble tea. For a snack, try boiled fertilized duck eggs with chili lime and salt if you dare, but other snacks are available e.g Vietnamese pizza (Bánh Tráng Nướng), veggie sandwiches, meat sticks, and a variety of sweets. You owe it to yourself, as well as this island and its original inhabitants, to spend some time here as it is widely considered one of the most auspicious spots on the island.
