Nestled among the deep green mountains and forests of the Central Highlands, Mang Den (Kon Plong district, Kon Tum province) has become an ideal destination in recent years, especially for those who love cool, quiet air and a slow lifestyle.
Not only famous for its primeval pine forests, clear blue lakes or majestic Pa Sy waterfall, Mang Den also fascinates visitors with its unique coffee shops, where you can catch the clouds and sip a cup of coffee in the cool of the mountains and forests. Below are some cafes worth visiting if you are planning to "escape the heat" in Mang Den this summer.
1. Topview Mang Den
Located on a high hill about 10 km from the town center, Topview, as its name suggests, is an ideal place to admire the panoramic view of Mang Den mountains and forests from above. The shop is designed with many large glass windows to help encompass the natural space when sitting from inside. Especially, in the early morning or at sunset, the light spills through the glass, creating an extremely romantic and warm scene. The shop also has an outdoor area for visitors to enjoy drinks in the pine hill view, taking pictures with the majestic natural background.
Address:Area 37 Households, Dak Long Commune, Mang Canh, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
Topview Mang Den
2. Green Yen Coffee Shop
Green Yen Coffee Shop is a cool and peaceful green space located in the center of Mang Den, attracting both tourists and locals. The shop is designed in a vintage style, featuring many trees and mountain views, especially suitable for cloud hunting and sunrise watching. The drinks here are diverse, from coffee, tea to hot cocoa, all using fresh and quality ingredients. In addition, the shop also organizes activities such as statue painting and live music on weekends, creating more highlights for the experience when visiting. Not only a place to enjoy coffee, Green Yen is also an ideal destination for those who love nature and seek relaxation.
Address:73 Vo Nguyen Giap, Dak Long, Kon Plong, Mang Den, Kon Tum
Green Yen Coffee Shop
3. La Petite Café & Beer
La Petite is a unique stop that combines a coffee shop and a craft beer space. With a cozy two-story design, the entrance leading to the lower floor opens up a “secret garden” that everyone wants to explore. From the second-floor balcony, you can look towards Tran Nhan Tong - the famous cloud-hunting road. The shop has a gentle, romantic vibe, suitable for couples or groups of friends looking for a place to relax day and night. The drinks here are quite rich, from traditional coffee to beers brewed on site.
Address:39 Vo Thi Sau, Mang Den, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
4. Di Cafe
Di Café is not only a strange name but also a space with many unique features. The shop is surrounded by gardens, flowers and rustic decorative details such as wooden doors, stone walkways and bamboo tables and chairs. This is where you can sip a cup of coffee, listen to soft music, watch the sunlight through the leaves and feel the slow pace of life typical of Mang Den. The shop does not follow a modern style but retains the rustic, close and inspiring features for those who love nature.
Address:63 Vo Thi Sau, Mang Den, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
Di Cafe
5. Mang Diang Coffee
Located right in the center of Mang Den town, Mang Diang is a modern-style cafe that still retains the inherent chill vibe of this place. The shop is located on the 2nd floor of a building combined with a homestay, with open space, neat interior and warm tones. From the balcony, you can admire the bustling town streets and pine hills in the distance. The menu is diverse from espresso, cold brew to fruit juice, smoothies. The shop has many ideal virtual living corners for groups of close friends or those who love a minimalist, youthful style.
Address:39 Huynh Thuc Khang, Dak Long, Mang Den, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
Mang Diang Coffee
6. Mountain Lodge Coffee
Like a fairytale villa in the middle of a pine forest, Mountain Lodge is an ideal stop for a gentle morning or a quiet afternoon. The shop is located in a white villa that stands out on the road from the entrance to town. The space is spacious and quiet with lots of trees and natural sounds from birds chirping and rustling pine leaves. Every early morning, you can enjoy a hot cup of coffee while feeling the fresh breath of the earth and sky. The shop is suitable for families, groups of friends or couples looking for a place to slow down time.
Address:129 Pham Van Dong, Mang Den, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
Mountain Lodge Coffee
7. Cloud Valley Coffee Shop
Hidden in the middle of a foggy area in the early morning, May Valley is one of the most poetic cafes in Mang Den. With a design inspired by the high mountains of the Northwest, the shop has a sloping tiled roof, wooden walls and a balcony facing the green valley. Every morning, this place is covered in a thick fog, making anyone who visits feel as if they are standing in the middle of the sky. This is an ideal place to hunt clouds, take check-in photos and find peace of mind.
Address:15 Ngo Quyen, residential group 2, Mang Den, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
8. Eva Café & Pub
Eva Café & Pub is a unique stop in the heart of Mang Den, impressing with its half-classical, half-modern space. The shop is built mainly from stone and wood, creating the feeling of entering a warm cellar, completely separate from the outside world. The special architecture combined with soft yellow lights brings coziness, very suitable for the typical cold weather of the highlands. Visitors can enjoy coffee or cocktails in a quiet but equally sophisticated space. In addition to serving a variety of drinks, Eva also has a small pub area, suitable for light gatherings in the evening.
Address:172 Pham Van Dong, Mang Den, Kon Plong, Kon Tum
