Starbucks Vietnam has just officially opened a new chapter in its journey to conquer the hearts of coffee lovers in the capital by opening a brand new store, located in an extremely prime location - the Hanoi Post Office building. Proudly located right opposite the blue waters of Hoan Kiem Lake and just a few steps away from the poetic Dinh Le book street, the appearance of Starbucks here has quickly attracted all eyes.
Right from the first teaser images revealing the interior space, the online community, especially the young people of Hanoi, were excited and eager. And indeed, as expected, on the morning of the opening day, Starbucks Hanoi Post Office became a "hot hit" destination, a coordinate not to be missed for true coffee lovers and those who are passionate about capturing stylish "virtual life" moments.
Starbucks Hanoi Post Office is designed in a style that combines ancient French architecture and Vietnamese cultural elements.
In the first few hours of opening, the space inside Starbucks quickly became bustling and crowded with customers. Besides the young, dynamic faces, the store also welcomed many office workers working in the area who stopped by to enjoy a cup of fragrant coffee or find a quiet corner to work. The atmosphere was so lively that many customers happily agreed to share a table, because all the seats inside seemed to be filled.
The space is both ancient and modern, making many tourists fascinated.
However, only when stepping inside, people really have a surprising "wow" experience. The entire store space is designed in a style that harmoniously combines classical architecture and unique Vietnamese cultural features.
The ceiling is modeled after the traditional conical hat, a symbol very familiar and close to the Vietnamese people. The soft, graceful curves inspired by the peaceful beauty of Hoan Kiem Lake create a feeling of relaxation and comfort.
Interior space with ceiling inspired by conical hat image
The soft natural light shines through the artistic stained glass, skillfully decorating the space, making it shimmer and magical like a painting. If the photos that have been spread on social networks are enough to make many people admire, the actual experience makes them exclaim because of the deep impression.
The restaurant space is decorated with objects that are typical of Vietnam.
Stepping outside, Starbucks has shown respect and ingenuity by keeping intact the ancient architectural beauty of the building. The "Hanoi Post Office" sign bearing the mark of time is still respectfully placed right above the Starbucks brand name, creating an interesting blend of modernity and elegant nostalgia. Next to the entrance are the signature yellow iron mailboxes, an image reminiscent of handwritten letters, which have now become a retro "virtual living" background, attracting countless young people to check-in and save unique photos.
The outside space is almost intact.
Not only does Starbucks have a meticulously maintained indoor space, it also has an airy outdoor area where customers can sip a strong cup of coffee while admiring the sparkling Hoan Kiem Lake or the bustling traffic on Dinh Tien Hoang Street. Although Hanoi is experiencing a heat wave these days, not many people choose to sit outside at the moment. However, many people predict that on cool days or in the evening, this area promises to become an ideal "chill" spot, a great place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of Hanoi at night.
This is considered an extremely chill place that many young people want to visit.
Despite receiving countless compliments from the online community for its prime location and impressive design, this new Starbucks store still makes some people feel regretful because the interior area is somewhat modest. The space is limited to the first floor, along with the number of tables and chairs that cannot really meet the large number of customers as on the opening day. This leads to the situation that some people who come later have to choose to buy take-away or have to wait patiently for quite a long time to get a satisfactory seat.
However, it is undeniable that Starbucks Hanoi Post Office is still scoring absolute points in the hearts of customers thanks to the creative and skillful combination of heritage values and modern breath. From the historical exterior architecture to the artistic interior design, this store deserves to become one of the new "must-visit" places in Hanoi, not only a place to enjoy delicious cups of coffee but also a unique space to preserve beautiful moments like a postcard in the heart of the old town.
