A few games of pool and beers in HCMC

A group of Expats play Pool in BMV and Snap Cafe in District 2 (I've posted similar on one of your other posts) although Red Bar near Bitexco also has a decent table.

The great thing about the Snap Cafe Thursday Night Tournament is that it is handicapped so all skill levels can play and compete. It's been a good mix so far and a great social night as well.

As in previous post - don't hesitate to contact me if you are interested in a game.

If the rain stays away, I'll be in Angels from around 6pm-8pm tonight.

Hi laidbackfreak,

Sorry - wasn't able to make it on the 28th but let me know when you're next free,

Cheers,

Steve

Pool party at 18th Floor Sofitel is so nice too. But its expensive more than Chill bar.

Kat Pham wrote:

Pool party at 18th Floor Sofitel is so nice too. But its expensive more than Chill bar.

Kat, are you talking about swimming in a pool, or billiards (bida)?

This thread is about playing billiards (bida).

saigonmonkey wrote:

Kat Pham wrote:

Pool party at 18th Floor Sofitel is so nice too. But its expensive more than Chill bar.

Kat, are you talking about swimming in a pool, or billiards (bida)?

This thread is about playing billiards (bida).

It's called "pool" in the USA.  You may see billiards on a sign but I don't think I've ever heard it spoken. A swimming pool on an 18th floor, maybe in Manhattan or LA.

ChrisFox wrote:

A swimming pool on an 18th floor, maybe in Manhattan or LA.

Chris, most of the 5 star hotels (and many lesser hotels) in district 1, HCMC, have their swimming pools on the rooftop. Renaissance Hotel has a very nice pool with outdoor bar on the roof.

Learn something new every day.

Ok, I'm crap at pool but wouldn't mind a game!

Just moved here yesterday and stay for ca 3-6 months so would be grand to get to know some people

In which District are you living KJ?

This week at the Moevenpick hotel in Phu Nhuan District (working in Tân Bình District).

Looking at apartments later this week so will see where I end up

Hello,

I love playing pool and would love to join you guys!

Drop me a message if you want to play a game!

You may see billiards on a sign but I don't think I've ever heard it spoken.

I heard it spoken as Bi  Da in 1968. And that's what my wife's nephews called it in Nha Trang on our last trip. And they had both pocketed and non-pocketed tables, the latter being what we called billiards in the States back when T.R. was still in the White House ;-)

A nice group of Expats are playing at Snap Café near Thao Dien,  District 2 on Thursday evening if you would like to play. Contact me or Snap Café direct to let them know and we'll get you put on the list.

Chris

Hi Jade,

I plan to drop into Snap Café to play, but I also know a few places in D1, so if you fancy a game and a beer or two, let me know - I'll be free after TET.

Cheers,

Steve

Hi KJ, I'm also a bit crap - I get better after 2-3 beers, then deteriorate from there.  I'd be happy to catch up for a game after TET if you're free?  Cheers, Steve

Just an update for all you Pool players who would like to play some regular social Pool as part of a bar team.

After Tet a weekly league will be set up (starting 12th/13th February) I will let you know whether it will be a regular Wednesday or Thursday night here soon.

8 bars have committed to enter teams but most are still looking for additional players. So if you fancy playing, either contact me and I will put you in touch with a bar or contact the bars direct. The bars involved are:

Drunken Duck - D1
Red Bar - D1
Bar 5 - D1
Game On - D1
Harry Casuals - D7/PMH
Snap Café - D2
Buddha Bar - D2
BMV - D2
Evita - D2

It promises to be a great social evening where we can all meet new friends, have a few beers and play some semi-competitive pool.

I hope to hear from some of you very soon 

I had omitted Game On - D1 as one of the bars committed to entering a team. Please contact Troy, the manager, if you would like to join their team.

Chris