VTC Billiard Club in Hanoi, Vietnam

VTC Billiard Club is an active Hanoi pool venue whose current first branch is at 86 Ngo Gieng near Hoang Cau in Dong Da. Fresh 2026 operator posts confirm that VTC now runs two Hanoi locations: the original Ngo Gieng branch and a second site at 67 O Dong Lam near Ho Ba Mau. This page refers to the Ngo Gieng branch. It suits players who want a locally popular 24-hour club with a visible tournament culture and recent equipment maintenance. The main practical correction is the street number: the current operator publishes 86 Ngo Gieng rather than the older 78 Ngo Gieng WordPress hint.

The club’s current social activity leaves little doubt that it is operating. In February 2026 the operator posted that both branches were full, listed the two current addresses, announced its Lunar New Year closure and reopening dates, and documented replacement of table cloth on one of the playing floors. Current recruitment posts for the second branch also show a structured staffing operation with morning, evening and part-time shifts. This is a much stronger current signal than a static old directory listing.

For travelers, the Ngo Gieng branch has a useful central-western location in Dong Da. It is outside the Old Quarter but considerably closer to central Hanoi than many billiards venues in Ha Dong or Nam Tu Liem. Taxi or ride-hailing is the easiest option, and the branch name should be specified because VTC 2 at O Dong Lam is now a separate active venue. The current directory address is 86 Ngo Gieng, Dong Cac/Hoang Cau area.

Current business listings show VTC open 24 hours every day. The operator’s recent posts also support very broad operating hours by showing activity across different time periods, although staffing announcements for VTC 2 should not be treated as the exact customer schedule for branch 1. Round-the-clock opening is convenient for late-night players, but a group arriving after midnight should still confirm table availability rather than assume that every floor is fully staffed.

Prices vary by time and branch. A 2026 Hanoi review gives a broad reference range of roughly 80,000–120,000 VND per hour for VTC, while a February 2026 tournament post at the second branch used lower morning and afternoon table charges for competition participants. Those figures are not interchangeable. For the Ngo Gieng branch, the safest approach is to ask the current hourly rate, whether different floors or tables carry different prices, and whether member discounts apply.

VTC clearly has a competitive side. The operator organized a nine-ball tournament in February 2026 at the O Dong Lam branch for lower-ranked local players, with structured handicapping and prizes. The brand also runs prediction promotions and membership rewards. These activities show an engaged player community, but they do not mean a tournament will be happening at the Ngo Gieng branch during an ordinary visit. Event schedules should be checked before travel.

Recent operator posts show attention to playing conditions, including replacement of table cloth. A current Hanoi billiards review also describes the club as using modern equipment and serving light food and drinks. Exact table brands and total table count for branch 1 were not independently verified, so those details should not be invented. Serious players should ask which floor or table category is best for practice.

Branch distinction matters particularly for event planning. Recent tournament posts mostly concern VTC 2 at O Dong Lam, while this record is the older Ngo Gieng branch. Travelers should not assume that a competition, promotion or table rate announced for one branch automatically applies to the other. Confirm the branch name when reserving, especially if the visit is built around a tournament, a group booking or a particular floor of tables.

A casual session of one to three hours is easy to fit into an evening or late-night schedule. Membership systems and multi-hour promotions make more sense for local repeat players, while visitors are likely to pay standard hourly rates. Food and drink can extend a session, but no complete September 2026 menu or allergy information was verified. Confirm prices before ordering and do not assume a competition-day deal applies to ordinary play.

Accessibility information is incomplete. The branch operates across multiple floors according to operator posts, but current public sources do not confirm lift access, step-free entry, accessible toilets or which floor is easiest for someone with limited mobility. Visitors with access needs should call first. Parking is also best confirmed directly; ride-hailing avoids most parking questions and is practical in Dong Da.

VTC Billiard Club is best for players who want a current, busy Hanoi pool venue with genuine 2026 activity rather than a directory listing of uncertain status. Its strengths are 24-hour opening, two active branches, equipment upkeep and regular community events. Its main tradeoffs are variable pricing and branch-specific details. Use 86 Ngo Gieng for this record, not the old number, and confirm the rate and table availability before setting out.