Egg Coffee - A culinary beauty of Hanoi for nearly a century
Over the past century, egg coffee has become an indispensable drink in Hanoi's culinary scene. Born in the 1940s, this unique coffee conquers diners with its harmonious combination of the slight bitterness of coffee, the richness of egg yolk, the sweetness of condensed milk and sugar, and the smoothness of butter.
The highlight of egg coffee is the smooth, fluffy egg cream layer, hand-whipped from egg yolks, condensed milk, sugar and butter. To fully enjoy the flavor, diners will use a small spoon to taste the rich foam before stirring it into the hot coffee. The slight bitterness of the coffee blends with the rich sweetness of the egg cream, creating a perfect symphony for the taste buds, bringing an unforgettable culinary experience.
Egg coffee has become an indispensable drink in Hanoi's culinary scene.
Nowadays, egg coffee has become a popular drink not only in Vietnam but also in the world. It is loved and appreciated by international tourists for its unique and delicate flavor. Egg coffee is not only a thirst-quenching drink but also a light dessert, a highlight in conversations and meetings with friends.
Egg coffee is not only a delicious drink but also a symbol of Hanoi's unique coffee culture. Enjoying egg coffee in a small, pretty cafe while watching the bustling life of the capital is an experience not to be missed when coming to Hanoi.
Egg coffee is not only a delicious drink but also a symbol of Hanoi's unique coffee culture.
Where to enjoy delicious egg coffee in Hanoi?
Madame Hien Hanoi
Address: 48 Hang Be (Hoan Kiem District)
On the morning of April 15, 2024, Apple CEO Tim Cook had an interesting cultural experience in Hanoi when he enjoyed egg coffee with singer My Linh and his daughter My Anh. According to My Linh, the American billionaire "praised the egg coffee after a few sips", expressing his delight and impression of the unique flavor of this drink.
Immediately after the meeting, Tim Cook posted his first status on Twitter when arriving in Vietnam, along with a photo with two singers: “Hello Vietnam! Thank you two talented artists My Linh and My Anh for welcoming me so warmly. I love egg coffee!”. The post quickly attracted the attention of the online community with thousands of likes and shares.
Madame Hien Hanoi is a famous restaurant with a harmonious combination of Vietnamese and European cuisine. However, after Tim Cook visited, egg coffee - a familiar drink of the restaurant - became the center of attention.
On the morning of April 15, Apple CEO Tim Cook had an interesting cultural experience in Hanoi when he enjoyed egg coffee with singer My Linh and her daughter My Anh.
At the restaurant, egg coffee is served in a ceramic cup, creating an eye-catching appearance. The smooth whipped egg layer, combined with the rich coffee, brings a delicious, fatty flavor. However, some customers commented that the egg coffee here has a rather strong sweetness, overpowering the bitterness of the coffee, making the overall flavor not really outstanding compared to other famous egg coffee shops in Hanoi.
However, for those who love sweetness and do not like strong coffee, this is the right choice. When stirring the coffee and eggs, the sweetness will soften and the bitterness will become lighter.
Cafe Giang
Address: 39 Nguyen Huu Huan (Hoan Kiem District)
Apple CEO Tim Cook is not the first billionaire to be “fascinated” by the famous egg coffee flavor in Hanoi. Previously, in June 2023, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (Trieu Truong Bang) - the billionaire with a huge fortune of 33 billion USD - also visited Giang cafe and enjoyed this unique coffee.
Quan Giang is considered the “cradle” of egg coffee with a history of more than 70 years and is currently being passed on by the third generation of the family. Every day, the shop attracts a large number of customers, of which 70% are tourists from all over the world. International customers account for 50%, in addition to 50% domestic customers.
In June 2023, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (Trieu Truong Bang) - the billionaire with a huge fortune of 33 billion USD - also visited Giang cafe and enjoyed this unique coffee.
Giang Egg Coffee not only conquered the taste buds of billionaires but also "captivated" Miss Indonesia Pricilia Carla Yules at the end of May 2022.
The appeal of Giang egg coffee comes from the perfect combination of the light bitterness of coffee, the richness of egg yolk, the sweetness of milk and sugar, and the smooth egg-whipping technique that creates a fluffy, attractive layer of cream. Enjoying egg coffee at Giang is not only a unique culinary experience but also an opportunity to experience the ancient and sophisticated culture of Hanoi.
Enjoying egg coffee at Giang is not only a unique culinary experience but also an opportunity to feel the ancient and sophisticated culture of Hanoi.
Dinh Cafe
Address: 13 Dinh Tien Hoang (Hoan Kiem District)
Located on the second floor of an old house, Cafe Dinh has a unique architecture with time-stained yellow walls, green sliding doors and black and white photos on the wall reminiscent of a distant Hanoi. The space of the shop is small and cozy with rustic wooden tables and chairs, simply decorated, creating a feeling of closeness and familiarity.
Coming to Cafe Dinh, visitors not only immerse themselves in the nostalgic atmosphere but also have the opportunity to enjoy a cup of famous egg coffee - a typical drink of Hanoi. Egg coffee at the shop is prepared according to a traditional recipe, with a layer of rich, fragrant egg cream mixed with the slightly bitter taste of coffee to create an unforgettable flavor.
In January 2022, during his first trip to Hanoi, famous singer John Legend visited Dinh Cafe on Dinh Tien Hoang Street to enjoy the specialty egg coffee.
In January 2022, during his first trip to Hanoi, famous singer John Legend visited Dinh Cafe on Dinh Tien Hoang Street to enjoy the specialty egg coffee. John Legend's cup of egg coffee was uniquely decorated with a drawing of the Turtle Tower - the symbol of the capital Hanoi - and his initials "JL".
In addition to egg coffee, John Legend also had the opportunity to explore Quan Thanh Temple and check-in in front of the Hanoi Opera House. On his personal Instagram page, he expressed his appreciation for the hospitality of the Vietnamese people and praised the "really beautiful" beauty of the Opera House.
John Legend's egg coffee is uniquely decorated with a drawing of the Turtle Tower - the symbol of Hanoi capital - and his initials "JL".
All Day Coffee
Address: 55 Hang Bun (Ba Dinh district)
September 2023,US Secretary of State Antony Blinkenvisited All Day Coffee on Hang Bun Street during his trip to Vietnam with President Biden.
All Day Coffee, the second location on Hang Bun Street, opened at the end of 2019 and is a familiar destination for coffee lovers in the capital. Located in a renovated old house, All Day Coffee offers a cozy, intimate space, true to its name “all day”. The shop opens from 7am to 11pm daily, serving a diverse menu of 33 drinks, including coffee, tea, smoothies and juices.
In September 2023, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited All Day Coffee on Hang Bun Street while accompanying President Biden on a visit to Vietnam.
The egg coffee that Secretary Blinken enjoyed is a signature drink of All Day Coffee, which the shop invested in developing and positioning its brand. Using Arabica and Robusta coffee beans roasted on site, ensuring freshness, All Day Coffee brings a cup of egg coffee with a special flavor: slightly bitter like chocolate, with a hint of wine and a rich aftertaste.
Lam Dong Robusta coffee is brewed with a filter, then poured into a thick-walled egg-shaped ceramic cup to retain heat. The egg yolk is beaten until smooth and topped, completing the delicious and attractive cup of egg coffee.
