STREET CAFÉ - SPECIAL PLACE TO ENJOY CAFÉ

Coffee is one of the most loved drinks in the world, and Vietnam is no exception. With the development of the tourism industry and culinary culture, roadside cafes have become a destination not to be missed for those who want to find a relaxing space and enjoy rich coffee. This article will introduce the concept of "roadside cafes" and famous roadside cafes in Vietnam.

 

 


Cafe tradition in Vietnam

Since the 80s of the 19th century, coffee from France was introduced to Vietnam. Gradually, coffee was discovered to be grown best in the Central Highlands (Vietnam), which is known in the world as always ranking in the top countries. Coffee export. Nowadays, roadside cafes do not just stop at iced coffee or milk coffee but also add many dishes such as Cappuccino, Espresso, Latte, Americano,... That's why coffee has become an indispensable drink when talking about Vietnam and its people. We enjoy coffee in a very personal and unique way.

Roadside Cafe- History of Roadside Cafe

Roadside cafe is a term used to refer to coffee shops located on sidewalks or roadsides. This is a unique coffee business style and is increasingly popular in Vietnam. Instead of being located in high-rise buildings or shopping malls, roadside cafes give customers a feeling of closeness to nature and urban space. With a "quick and concise" service, it brings a delicious cup of sidewalk coffee but not at all "sidewalk" quality. Streetside

coffee has only begun to become a new business style in recent years. With the development of tourism and the need to find unique spaces, roadside cafes have gradually become a typical cultural symbol of Vietnam.


The popularity of Roadside Cafe

Roadside cafes are not only loved by tourists but are also a familiar destination for locals. Not only in big cities like Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh, but roadside coffee shops are also open in different provinces. This shows its popularity and influence in Vietnam's culinary culture. No matter where you go in Vietnam, you will see many cafe models, especially shops and cafe carts along many roads. And it is not difficult to see customers with their cups of coffee every morning and crowded street cafes every evening. Vietnamese youth consider coffee a favorite and indispensable dish in daily life because of its reasonable price, delicious quality, and also brings a feeling of alertness to work.


Why are roadside cafes popular and popular?

Sidewalk cafes provide an open, comfortable space for customers to chat, along with cheap, affordable prices that are very attractive to customers. Some people love roadside coffee because it brings a delicious, low-cost refreshing drink, and some people love it because it's fast, convenient, suitable for taking to work, and is also a must. It's a habit of many people to have a loaf of bread and a cup of coffee on hand every morning. From young people to families, they all choose cafes every weekend to enjoy drinks and chat, that's probably why cafes from streetside to luxury are so crowded. bustle. Roadside coffee is more loved by young people because it is inherently an indispensable habit and can also be called a never-ending "hot" trend because the place to drink roadside coffee is cool and airy. It's both vibrant and a place where you can chat and relax after stressful hours of work and study.


Roadside Cafes

Cafe Giang - Hanoi

Address: 39 Nguyen Huu Huan, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Price: 20,000 - 30,000 VND

Thai Café

Address: 27 Trieu Viet Vuong, Hanoi

Price: 20,000 VND – 55,000 VND

Aha Café

Address: 42 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hoan Kiem District

Price: 25,000 VND – 55,000 VND

The Café

Address: 177 Trieu Viet Vuong, Hanoi

Price: 15,000 – 40,000 VND

April 30 Park Coffee

Address: opposite the Department of Foreign Affairs, 6 Alexandre de Rhodes, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Price: 20,000-50,000 VND

Notre Dame Cathedral floor cafe

Address: Han Thuyen Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Price: 20,000-50,000 VND

Sidewalk cafe in front of the University of Architecture

Address: 196 Pasteur, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Price: 20,000-50,000 VND

Thuc Coffee

Address: No. 180A Pasteur, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Price: ~30,000-70,000 VND

Stool Café

Address: No. 28 Hoa Mai, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City

Price: 20,000-50,000 VND

Cong cafe

Address: 27 Nha Trang, Hoan Kiem district

Drink price: 20,000 VND - 100,000 VND


Questions to ask when coming to a "roadside cafe"

1. Is roadside coffee expensive?

The price of roadside coffee is often cheaper than coffee shops in high-rise buildings or shopping malls. However, prices may fluctuate depending on the location and quality of the restaurant.

2. How many types of coffee are served at roadside cafes?

Roadside cafes often serve many different types of coffee, from black coffee, and milk coffee to special coffees such as egg coffee or Bac Xiu coffee.

3. Should you visit roadside cafes in the summer?

Summer is the right time to visit roadside cafes, when you can enjoy coffee in a cool space close to nature.

4. Do roadside cafes serve food?

Many roadside cafes also serve snacks such as bread, cakes, or sandwiches.

5. Should we go to roadside cafes in the evening?

Roadside cafes often close in the evening, so if you want to enjoy coffee in the evening, be sure to check the cafe's opening hours before going.


 


The roadside cafe is a unique style of coffee business and is increasingly popular in Vietnam. With a space close to nature and a variety of menus, roadside cafes have become a destination not to be missed for those who want to find a relaxing space and enjoy rich coffee. Roadside cafes have also become a beautiful cultural feature of the Vietnamese people. A delicious cup of coffee and a bustling, lively place to enjoy them combine to create a cup of coffee with a new and unique flavor. If you have the opportunity to come to Vietnam, visit one of the roadside cafes to experience this country's special coffee culture.