Mezcal Cocteleria [Cocktail Bar] — Restaurant in Hội An

I do feel a little bad because I was writing in my diary here and I think the bartender thought I was writing like a review for a magazine or something but unfortunately I am not a famous food critic so I will write a review here instead.

I got the one of the signature cocktails, I think it was called el parino. The bartender warned me it was strong but luckily I enjoy strong cocktails and am a sucker for anything with either mezcal or absinthe, so a drink with both was basically my holy grail. It was well-rounded and smoky, with a hint of sweetness from the amaretto that was subtle enough to avoid being cloying. If an old fashioned is a refined well to do gentleman, the el parino is his troublesome playboy brother. I highly recommend. My only regret is that as a solo traveller, I avoid drinking multiple alcoholic drinks and wasn’t able to taste more of the beverage menu here.

I also tried the ceviche. I think their food menu is seasonal here, so I won’t go into specifics about the dish itself in case you’re not able to get it later. I will say it was inventive without being pretentious, incredibly light and fresh, and most importantly—really damn tasty. One note is that although the speakeasy shares a kitchen with the restaurant downstairs, they do NOT share a menu. This wasn’t a problem for me but I did hear some confusion from other patrons so I figured I’d let ya know.

The service here is ridiculously good. I live in a major metropolitan city and enjoy an upscale cocktail bar but genuinely I think this was the best service I’ve ever enjoyed anywhere. I heard a couple people saying oh it’s pricey but personally for this level of service, venue and quality I thought it was incredibly reasonable. But maybe that’s just because my hometown is like, crazy expensive. The ambiance is cool, too. It’s a speakeasy up a flight of stairs. The interior is sultry and dark, but I sat out on the balcony so I could enjoy the lanterns and do a little people watching. The view is lovely.

Ultimately I would definitely recommend this place if you’re looking for an elevated cocktail bar mixology experience, but I’d go somewhere else for a cheap beer. Absolutely...

After wandering though Old Town on a rainy day, imagine our surprise when we came across the word "mezcal" in Hoi An. As two Californians who have been missing good tequila and ANY mezcal we needed to pay a visit.

A little bit of a secretive location, only a small sign bearing the words "Mezcal" and directions to go up the stairs lead us to a quiet dimly lit bar, where we were greeted by the staff and offered a seat at the bar.

The staff was very friendly, they were well trained, and very knowledgeable. Nearly all of their mixers are made in house. You can tell the staff took pride in their work.

Needless to say, the drinks were amazing. Some of the best cocktails we had in Vietnam.

Our only regret is that we were not able to return on our last night in Vietnam. We were able to meet one of the co-owners, Allison, who's time in Mexico inspired the theme of the bar. Her genuine love for her experience there can be felt in the soul of this establishment. We wish Allison, her husband, and the staff continued success in Hoi An. We hope to visit again the next time we...

My fiancée and I visited this bar together, and we were absolutely impressed. The focus on Tequila and Mezcal sets this place apart, and every cocktail we tried was creative, high-quality, and full of character.

Each drink was perfectly balanced, beautifully presented, and clearly crafted with care and expertise. Even if you’re not usually a fan of agave spirits, this bar will likely change your mind with its refined and imaginative approach.

We were lucky to get a table on the beautiful balcony overlooking the lively pedestrian street of the old town. It was the perfect setting – vibrant and full of energy, yet relaxed and intimate at the same time.

The service was excellent: attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. A nice extra touch was the complimentary popcorn served with our drinks – simple, but thoughtful.

We were also pleasantly surprised by the prices: at 100,000 to 200,000 VND per cocktail, the value for money is fantastic. For this level of quality, it’s more than worth it.

A truly memorable experience – we’ll definitely be...