Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery

Pretty much the first beer place you need to visit while in HCMC. This is actually my second visit already. Really nice vibes both during daytime and in the evening. Plenty of different brews to select from. Nice and friendly service. Lots of different food on the menu, nothing too local though. You get quite a strong US vibe both from the place and layout and from the food menu, starting with weekly deals and whatnot. I personally would love to see some Vietnamese cuisine on the menu or at least Vietnamese-style twists on these.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely incredible experience! This place blew me away. The food was insanely delicious — every bite was rich, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. The dish in the photo was unbelievably good, with flavors that were layered, balanced, and truly unforgettable. The craft beers were another highlight. I tried a flight of four, and each one had its own unique character — fresh, aromatic, and beautifully brewed. Easily some of the best craft beers I’ve had in a long time. The vibe of the restaurant is warm, stylish, and inviting, with great music and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer. The staff were friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. If you’re in Saigon, this spot is an absolute must. Amazing food, fantastic beer, and a perfect overall dining experience. Beyond impressed! ฃ

This place is divided into 3 areas: one outdoor area for groups of 4 or more, which features live music and a DJ on Friday nights; a quieter, air-conditioned bar area which is only large enough for groups of 2 or 3 people; and a third, larger, air-conditioned area upstairs, but this one closes at 10 PM. The venue is quite crowded on weekends. I was impressed with the selection of IPA beers here, and they also have fruit beers that aren't bitter which are quite palatable—each beer style has its own unique highlight. It's an enjoyable experience for fresh beer enthusiasts.

Great food, beers, and cocktails. American music and fast service with tasty oysters. Definitely not a Vietnam vibe, more like a pub you’d find in the UK or the states but fun merch and a cool theme.

📍 ʜᴇᴀʀᴛ ᴏꜰ ᴅᴀʀᴋɴᴇꜱꜱ ᴄʀᴀꜰᴛ ʙʀᴇᴡᴇʀʏ - That first evening for my friends in Saigon felt like it had been waiting for us. I took them fresh off the plane, we raced to their hotel only to freshen up and go straight back out, because I knew Heart of Darkness Craft Brewery would be the kind of place to shake off jet-lag, reconnect, and ease into the trip. We hadn’t seen each other in nearly two years, and with a rough itinerary looming, we needed somewhere that felt relaxed yet special. The brewery itself is a feast for the senses. A robust taproom, moody lighting, industrial-chic design, plus indoor and outdoor seating that balances intimacy with energy. The beer list is wild. Dozens of core and rotating brews that push flavour, aroma hops, experimental styles, seasonal sours and surprisingly delicate pales. It’s no surprise they’ve picked up awards regionally and internationally. Food here doesn’t trail behind. On our table were burgers, salads, wings, oysters and everything was cooked perfectly. The food is infused with enough creativity to avoid feeling generic. People always ask me "but why not Vietnamese food". Vietnam, specifically Saigon has an amazing international and fusion scene that shouldn't be missed out on. Don't limit yourself to local food when travelling, That's the hill I'm willing to die on.

Looking for a dinner with a Vietnamese influence but also wanted try some unique craft beers, with this in mind we found the Heart of Darkness Brewery in Saigon. The food was simply delicious with plenty of options, corrupted to the meat eater. The beer choice was extensive and a great selection of flavours. We had the Directors Chocolate Porter and the Party Coloured Rags Dragon Fruit Rose. Service from staff was excellent and there is both a non smoking and smoking areas. Highly recommended if you are looking for a dinner with more of a Western theme and great beers.

Great place for craft beer lovers! They offer a wide selection of beers, and everything we tried was excellent. The food is tasty, and the service is top-notch with very friendly staff.

Great food! Big portions. We got the tomahawk promotion half price off so it’s quite worth it. Tacos plate is huge with 5 different types for 999k but I don’t enjoy all of them, better order the individual one.