Ho Chi Minh City is known to be the fast-paced capital of Vietnam, but these days, the city is also sipping slower, thinking deeper, and designing harder. At the intersection of youth culture, new-wave coffee, and architectural interest, a vibrant café scene is emerging.
These spots aren’t just pit stops for coffee—they’re design destinations, event venues, and cultural spaces. Whether it’s through sustainable practices, themed nights, or velvety cups of egg coffee, these are five of the coolest cafés capturing a different pulse of the city’s energy.
Blue Dream Bread Saigon
Hidden in the city centre, Blue Dream Bread Saigon is part artisanal bakery, part urban escape. With its French aesthetic, whimsical décor, and the scent of buttery pastries, it channels a romantic nostalgia that feels rare in such a high-speed city. The café’s calling card is its stellar menu: flaky croissants, gooey tarts, and Vietnamese coffee strong enough to kickstart your day. Grab a seat on the balcony and take in a rare moment of calm.
Blue Dream Bread Saigon is located at 67C Đinh Công Tráng, Phường Tân Định, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam.
Refined Saigon
With oxblood walls, tangerine accents, and a warm ochre glow, Refined Saigon is exactly what its name suggests: elegant, eclectic, and endlessly atmospheric. A mood-lit haven where coffee meets cocktails, it flows effortlessly from serene daylight hours to sultry evenings. Sip on a strawberry matcha or bold Vietnamese brew by day, then ease into golden hour (or any time, really) with a couple of their signature cocktails. In particular, the Gold Oasis infused with mango, rice milk, and a hint of tea-smoked elderflower. With themed events and an effortlessly cool crowd, this is where Ho Chi Minh City’s café culture is taken up a notch.
Refined Saigon is located at Tôn Thất Đạm Apartment Building, 14 Tôn Thất Đạm, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bình, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam.
The Dome Kaffe
Minimalist yet deeply inviting, The Dome Kaffe is Ho Chi Minh’s answer to zen modernism. Inspired by Japanese teahouses, the space is a study in calm—think pale wood, bonsai plants, and perfect natural light. The drinks are just as composed. Try the Matcha Cookies Karamel, where umami-rich matcha melts into caramel sweetness. Or the Sepia Choko, a luxurious blend or rich chocolate and aromatic coffee topped with gold leaf. And if you’re still lingering? Their nearby fragrance atelier offers the perfect finishing touch—a sensorial escape that extends your coffee ritual into the realm of scent.
The Dome Kaffe is located at 10/16 Đ. Đoàn Thị Điểm, Phường 1, Phú Nhuận, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam.
Kéo Ghế Ra Ngồi
More apartment than café, Kéo Ghế Ra Ngồi (which translates to “pull up a chair”) is a homely spot designed for gathering, working, and just being. The neutral furniture, leafy nooks, and gentle emphasis on sustainability make it feel like your creative friend’s living room. Their signature Sago—roasted Vietnamese coffee with salted fresh milk—is a must-try. And if you’re hungry, don’t skip the grilled pork cartilage sausages or Vietnamese beef curry.
Kéo Ghế Ra Ngồi is located at 90–92 Đường B2, Ho Chi Minh City 71100 Vietnam.
Little Hanoi Egg Coffee
A love letter to the capital’s coffee tradition, Little Hanoi Egg Coffee brings old-world charm to the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. With vintage furniture and curated antiques, the space hums with history. But, it’s the egg coffee that keeps people coming back. Rich, frothy, and almost dessert-like, it’s Vietnam’s most iconic brew reimagined with finesse. Their brunch menu elevates things further with locally sourced produce and clever twists on the classic eggs benedict.
Little Hanoi Egg Coffee is located at 212 Lê Lai, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam and 119/5 Yersin, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam.
This story first appeared on GRAZIA Singapore.
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