
Artisan
Long Bien, Hanoi
Bar in Hanoi, Vietnam
Why go
Artisan is a low-commitment Hanoi pick for a calmer Long Biên stop, not a food-first booking. Go when the priority is an easy sit-down and conversation; choose Old Quarter peers instead if the night needs stronger bar energy, clearer food credentials, or easier venue-hopping.
About Artisan
Artisan is a Hanoi venue with a simple profile: it is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 7 PM, closed on Monday, has a casual dress code. Those details are useful because they set the clearest expectations before you go: this is a place to think about in the rhythm of a daytime plan or an early-evening pause, not a late-night anchor. Beyond those practical details, cuisine, chef, menu, seating, booking, price, or drinks-program information is not available, so it works best as a flexible daytime or early-evening stop rather than a venue to plan around specific food, cocktails, or service details.
Use Artisan when the timing works for a casual Hanoi visit within its posted hours. The value is in that straightforward clarity: you know when it is available, you know the dress code is casual, you know not to overbuild the itinerary around unknown specifics. If you are comparing it with other going-out options, consider 12 P. Phúc Tân, 20 P. Tạ Hiện, or 5 P. Nguyễn Siêu, depending on where the rest of your plan is taking you.
Come back for a casual stop, not a food mission
If the question is whether Artisan should be chosen primarily for dining, it is not primarily recommended for a food-first mission. Cuisine type, chef detail, named dish, price point, or award signal are not available, so avoid building a meal plan around assumptions about the menu. In practical terms, that means it should not be the place you select because you are chasing a particular cooking style, a signature order, or a known culinary point of view. That does not make it a poor choice; it simply means the safest expectation is a casual Hanoi stop during its opening hours.
This is also where the decision gets practical. Artisan is open from 9 AM to 7 PM Tuesday through Sunday, which makes it more relevant for daytime or early-evening plans than for late-night venue-hopping. The Monday closure also matters if you are sketching out a short trip and trying to keep options realistic. If the group wants a broader night-out map, use Our full Hanoi bars guide. If the plan is dinner-led, start with Our full Hanoi restaurants guide instead.
Who should choose it over other Hanoi options
Choose Artisan if you want a casual Hanoi stop and its Tuesday-to-Sunday, 9 AM-to-7 PM schedule fits your day. It works best as a low-pressure option: somewhere to keep in mind when the location and timing are convenient, rather than a venue that carries the whole plan. Skip it if you need details on cuisine, seating, reservations, pricing, or a specific drinks identity before committing, because those details are not available. For broader planning around Hanoi, use Pearl's city guides as a starting point, including hotels, restaurants, bars, experiences.
Planning details
- Location
- Ngõ 5 Đ. Nguyễn Văn Cừ, Ngọc Lâm, Long Biên, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
- Website
- facebook.com/share/1DGh3uRvie
- Phone
- +84 965 617 729
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Artisan operates like a discovered neighborhood place rather than a curated destination. Tucked down an ngõ off Nguyễn Văn Cừ in Ngọc Lâm, it deliberately sits outside the tourist circulation that defines Hanoi’s central lanes. The write-up frames the bar as the kind of spot that earns visits through character and intent: locally minded, quietly confident and relaxed. Approaching the venue through a residential alley gives the arrival an off-the-beaten-path quality—less spectacle, more personality—so the overall impression is of a subtle, well-placed hideaway that rewards a small detour from the city’s busier quarters.
Best For
Artisan is best for people who are happy to plan slightly ahead and prioritize neighborhood authenticity over convenience. The 15-to-20-minute taxi or ride-hailing journey from Hoàn Kiếm means it naturally screens for guests who are deliberately seeking a local bar experience rather than stumbling in. That makes it suited to explorers who enjoy discovering community-rooted venues, evenings spent with a few friends, or solo visits by someone who prefers low-key, residential haunts. It appeals to visitors and residents who value character and a quieter, less tourist-oriented drinking scene.
Ordering Tips
Plan your arrival before you head out: the venue sits in Ngõ 5 off Nguyễn Văn Cừ, and the piece points out that an ngõ is an alley or lane that can feel residential and be poorly signposted. The description specifically recommends a taxi or ride-hailing app and estimates a 15–20-minute trip from Hoàn Kiếm, so use a driver or mapping app rather than relying on walking directions. Beyond access, the text doesn’t detail menu or reservation practices, so treat logistics and wayfinding as the primary practical considerations when visiting.
Venue details
Ambiance
Zen-inducing tea room with hand-selected artisanal chasen whisks, chawan bowls, and visual eye candy.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
Signature Pours
Matcha Beer
Planning details
Location
Ngõ 5 Đ. Nguyễn Văn Cừ, Ngọc Lâm, Long Biên, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- 12 P. Phúc Tân, Notable alternative
- Hidden Gem Cafe Hanoi, Notable alternative
- Nola Cafe & Bar, Notable alternative
- 5 P. Nguyễn Siêu, Notable alternative
- 20 P. Tạ Hiện, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Artisan compares in Hanoi
Artisan is the calmer choice in this set, better for someone who wants a lower-pressure stop outside the densest Old Quarter routes. 12 P. Phúc Tân is the stronger cross-shop if the night needs more central momentum, while 20 P. Tạ Hiện is the better fit for visitors who want Hanoi's busier drinking-street energy.
For ambiance over pace, Cafe Hanoi and Nola Cafe & Bar are more natural comparisons than pure cocktail bars. Choose those if the room itself is the point; choose Artisan if Long Biên convenience matters more than being in the middle of a bar crawl.
5 P. Nguyễn Siêu is the better fallback for a central, flexible night when plans may change. Artisan is easiest to justify as a repeat stop for conversation and a slower pace, not as the value pick or the food-led choice.
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Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Artisan guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Artisan
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Artisan | Hanoi | No published awards |
| 12 P. Phúc Tân | Hanoi | No published awards |
| Hidden Gem Cafe Hanoi | Hanoi | No published awards |
| Nola Cafe & Bar | Hanoi | No published awards |
| 5 P. Nguyễn Siêu | Hanoi | No published awards |
| 20 P. Tạ Hiện | Hanoi | No published awards |
How Artisan Hanoi compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Artisan?
Go Tuesday through Sunday within the 9 AM–7 PM opening window. Artisan is closed on Monday.
What's the crowd like at Artisan?
A crowd profile for Artisan is not available. The schedule points to daytime and early-evening use rather than late-night planning.
Is Artisan good for a date?
It may work for a casual daytime or early-evening plan if the 9 AM–7 PM hours suit you. Details on seating, ambience, or service style are not available, so keep expectations simple.
Is the food good at Artisan?
Do not choose Artisan mainly for a food mission. Cuisine, chef, dish, or menu details are not available.
Is Artisan good for groups?
Seating capacity or group-booking information for Artisan is not available. If group logistics matter, check directly before going; 20 P. Tạ Hiện or Nola Cafe & Bar may also be worth comparing.
Do I need a reservation at Artisan?
A reservation policy is not available. If your timing is fixed or your group needs certainty, check directly before visiting during the Tuesday-to-Sunday, 9 AM–7 PM schedule.















