Although these cafes are not entirely new, they are full of distinctive features, from ambiance to flavor, that captivate international travelers.
Vietnamese coffee is more than just a drink, it is an intrinsic cultural aspect of local life. A Vietnamese adaptation of a “Western” drink has spawned a “trend” that attracts tourists every time they visit the country.
In Hanoi, charming places to enjoy coffee abound, but some particularly stand out for their ambiance and flavor, enticing foreign tourists to rush to the capital to experience it.
The Note Coffee
Located on Luong Van Can Street, Hoan Kiem, a few steps from Sword Lake. The Note Coffee is also known as “Hanoi’s Km 0 Coffee” due to its prime location, right in the “heart” of the capital. Appearing more than 10 years ago, this place still attracts many visitors today thanks to its particular decoration, particularly Westerners.
From the outside, this cafe may not look anything special, but as soon as you walk through the door of the cafe, visitors’ eyes will be filled with colorful sticky notes everywhere. A special feature is the notes left here by tourists who came here.
At each table in the café, pens and colorful notes are displayed. Visitors just have to write their greetings, confessions or other, and post them anywhere in the store.
Initially, the notes were simply stuck to the wall. But over the years, they have filled all the walls, even the tables and chairs, the windows and the ceilings… Any flat surface is covered with post-its, even stacked on top of each other. Don’t follow any rules.
Serene Cafe & Lounge
Besides Sword Lake and the Cathedral, Long Bien Bridge is perhaps one of the destinations that many tourists visit when traveling to Hanoi. This bridge over the Red River has an ancient beauty.
Many foreigners share that looking at the bridge feels like stepping back in time hundreds of years ago, which is a very interesting feeling, like traveling around the world. This is why cafes with a view of the Long Bien Bridge are very popular, one of them being Serein Cafe & Lounge.
Located on the 3rd and 4th floors of an old French villa in the Long Bien Station complex, Serein Café is the only place with an ideal view of all the art of living around the Long Bien Bridge. From the outside, the restaurant stands out with its luxurious white tones, while the interior is covered in classic dark brown tones.
The tables and chairs and the layout also have a western atmosphere of the 60s and 70s. Drinking coffee, looking at the Long Bien Bridge, witnessing the history of the capital, it has become one of the most popular places in Hanoi. A special feature that international visitors appreciate when sitting in this café.
The hot spot shared by foreign travel blogs is the large arched doorway on the 4th floor of the restaurant. In the distance, the image of the ancient Long Bien Bridge appears, creating a very special beauty.
Cafe Giang
When we talk about coffee in Hanoi, we might immediately think of Giang Coffee, a name that has appeared numerous times in the international media, notably with egg coffee – a drink that has become a hallmark of the real capital’s cuisine. That’s why when coming to Hanoi, tourists all want to enjoy it, and Giang Cafe is a must-visit place.
Having existed in Hanoi for almost 80 years, Giang Coffee has served countless customers in the capital, including many foreigners. Coming to Giang, visitors will definitely experience the rich flavors of Vietnamese coffee. Although this brand has many new, more spacious facilities so far, when it comes to Giang Coffee, Nguyen Huu Huan’s store stands out the most.
With the entrance located at the end of a small alley, creating a very interesting and novel element for foreign tourists, the interior of the two floors of the restaurant is filled with nostalgic colors, a small loft with small tables and chairs, always full of guests.
Many international tourists who come to experience Hanoi cuisine share that enjoying egg coffee is an interesting experience. The combined taste of coffee and eggs is truly unforgettable and they can enjoy this dish every day in Hanoi.
