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The American Times commented: "Aside from Brazil, no country produces more coffee than Vietnam. The country's coffee industry is currently worth $3 billion and accounts for nearly 15% of the global market, making Vietnam a giant of Southeast Asia."
Here are some coffee shops recommended by the New York Times:
Cheo Leo - A touch of nostalgia in the heart of Saigon
Nestled deep within alley 109 Nguyen Thien Thuat (Ward 2, District 3), Cheo Leo, established in 1938, stands as a peaceful oasis amidst the bustling Saigon. This charming little café evokes a sense of nostalgia with its antique furnishings, black-and-white paintings, and the echoing sounds of old music.
Stepping into Cheo Leo is like being transported back in time to decades past. The cafe's interior is simply decorated with old wooden tables and chairs, a hanging lantern, and moss-covered walls. The decorative items also bear the mark of time, such as an antique radio, a typewriter, and pendulum clocks.
Cheo Leo has existed since 1938 as a peaceful oasis in the heart of bustling Saigon.
Cheo Leo is famous for its traditional Vietnamese filter coffee, a signature drink of Saigon. The coffee is brewed using a filter with pure roasted and ground coffee beans, resulting in a delicious and rich flavor. Enjoying filter coffee at Cheo Leo, you will feel the simplicity and rustic charm of old Saigon life.
Lacaph - A modern and luxurious space
Located in the bustling District 1, Lacaph attracts visitors with its luxurious and sophisticated design and delicious, high-class drinks. Upon entering Lacaph, you will be impressed by the spacious and airy atmosphere. The cafe is decorated with neutral colors, creating a light and elegant feel. The tables and chairs are arranged thoughtfully, providing privacy for each customer.
Lacaph serves a diverse selection of coffees brewed by talented baristas using the traditional Vietnamese filter brewing method. In particular, the cafe focuses on offering many low-sugar options for those who prefer a lighter taste, including espresso, milk coffee, and cascara – a unique drink made from coffee tree bark and coffee cherry skins.
Lacaph attracts visitors with its luxurious and sophisticated design, as well as its delicious and high-class drinks.
Lacaph's highlight is its impressive exhibition space. Decorated with posters, maps, machinery, and even a vintage motorbike, it offers an in-depth look at the history of Vietnamese coffee, from the origins of the coffee bean and cultivation methods to modern production techniques.
96B - Igniting the passion for coffee
Located in the vibrant Tan Dinh district, 96B is not just a simple coffee shop, but also an ideal destination for those who want to explore and learn about the art of professional coffee brewing.
At 96B, you have the opportunity to participate in regularly held hands-on coffee brewing workshops. The courses cover everything from roasting and grinding coffee to the art of brewing, helping you better understand coffee and create delicious cups of coffee like a true barista. With two intensive courses, 96B will impart to you the secrets of brewing coffee like a pro, from distinguishing acidity to evaluating sweetness.
96B is not just a simple coffee shop, but also an ideal destination for those who want to explore and learn about the art of professional coffee brewing.
Beyond its educational mission, 96B also offers unique coffee experiences. The café serves five meticulously handcrafted Vietnamese coffees, each accompanied by tasting notes and a separate serving pot. Additionally, you can enjoy innovative experimental drinks such as Solar Cold Brew – a unique blend of iced coffee, ginger syrup, ginger jam, lemon, and rosemary.
The Workshop - Where Flavor and Art Meet
The Workshop is an ideal destination for coffee lovers who want to experience a unique artistic space. This spacious café attracts visitors with its delicious coffee, diverse menu, and inspiring, creative atmosphere.
Stepping into The Workshop, you'll be impressed by its spacious, open layout, flooded with natural light. The cafe is decorated with unique vintage furniture, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The Workshop is an ideal destination for those who love coffee and want to experience a unique artistic space.
The Workshop is renowned for its high-quality coffee brewed by a team of professional baristas. The café uses 100% pure Arabica coffee beans, roasted and ground using traditional methods, resulting in a rich and flavorful coffee. In addition to coffee, the café also offers a diverse food menu, ranging from American breakfasts to North African dishes and French desserts.
Little Hanoi Egg Coffee - The essence of Hanoi in the heart of Saigon
When mentioning Hanoi, it's impossible not to mention egg coffee – a signature drink that embodies the flavor of the capital city. Now, you can enjoy delicious egg coffee right here in Saigon with Little Hanoi Egg Coffee.
Little Hanoi offers visitors a cozy and tranquil atmosphere, like a miniature corner of Hanoi in the heart of Saigon. The cafe is simply decorated with rustic wooden tables and chairs, paintings and photographs of Hanoi, and the melodious music of Trinh Cong Son.
Little Hanoi offers visitors a cozy and tranquil atmosphere, like a miniature corner of Hanoi in the heart of Saigon.
The highlight of Little Hanoi is its delicious egg coffee, made according to a traditional Hanoi recipe. The rich, smooth egg cream blends perfectly with the strong coffee flavor, creating a unique and unforgettable taste.
Vietnamese Filter Coffee - The awakening taste of coffee in the city.
When talking about Saigon at night, one cannot ignore the cafes that stay open all night, where coffee lovers can gather, chat, and enjoy the rich flavor of coffee. Among them, the following are particularly famous:Vietnamese Filter CoffeeLocated in an alley off Phan Dinh Phung Street, this small cafe attracts visitors with its delicious traditional coffee and simple, rustic atmosphere.
Opened in the 1950s, the Vietnamese filter coffee shop has become an integral part of life for Saigon residents. Every day, the shop serves over 500 cups of coffee to both locals and tourists.
Opened in the 1950s, Vietnamese filter coffee has become an indispensable part of life for the people of Saigon.
What makes Coffee with a Filter so special is its unique filter coffee flavor. The coffee is brewed using a traditional filter, but instead of a regular filter, the shop uses a special filter to strain the coffee. This brewing method creates a rich, aromatic, and completely different coffee flavor compared to other places.
