5 Must-Try Coffee Drinks When Coming to Hanoi
‘For Hanoian, morning coffee is a perfect way to start the day’
First look at Hanoi coffee:
Hanoi is one of the most popular coffee destinations in Southeast Asia for coffee lovers. Coffee came to Vietnam by the French during French Colonial time in the 19th century. Nowadays, Coffee is part of Vietnamese culture, people in Hanoi usually say ‘di cafe khong’ (wanna go to coffee shop) to hang out or discuss their work. From hidden alley cafes in the Old Quarter to modern specialty coffee shops, visiting a cafe shop in Hanoi is more than just drinking coffee — it is a cultural experience.
Here are the 5 most popular Hanoi coffees.
5 must try Hanoi coffee drinks
5. Salt Coffee (Cafe muoi)
First created in Hue in 2010, the Salt coffee trend quickly rose up in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city for people to try. Salted coffee (cà phê muối) in Hanoi’s Old Quarter is a must-try, rich blend of strong Vietnamese coffee, condensed milk, and savory, whipped cream.
Where to try: Neo Cafe, 35B Nguyen Huu Huan Street, Hoan Kiem Ward
4. Iced coffee with milk (Ca phe sua da)
Coffee was first introduced by the French in the 1850s, Hanoi people combined between iced coffee and sweetened condensed milk becoming popular in the 1940s. Vietnamese iced milk coffee, also known as ca phe sua da is an iconic beverage featuring robust, dark-roast coffee (typically Robusta) dripped slowly through a metal phin filter over ice and sweetened condensed milk. This is one of the most popular Vietnamese coffee drinks that can be found from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh city.
Where to try: Cafe Nhi, 2 Hang Ca street, Hoan Kiem Ward
3. Yogurt coffee (Ca phe sua chua)
Since the 2000s, Yogurt coffee (ca phe sua chua) has been a popular Hanoi specialty coffee drink, with a sweet, and slightly tangy taste. It combines strong Robusta coffee with fermented yogurt and condensed milk, and is usually served iced or frozen.
2. Coconut coffee (Cafe dua)
Coconut coffee is a modern version of traditional Vietnamese coffee that mixes strong robusta coffee with coconut milk and ice. Although there is no exact time the product was born, it has been well known since 1990. The result is a creamy, fragrant drink that is both refreshing and rich in flavor.
We include a delicious Hanoi coconut coffee especially for our vegan guests on the Hanoi Vegan Trail- Foodie Tour. Don’t miss out on this new experience!
Where to try: Cong Cafe, 27 Nha Tho street, Hoan Kiem Ward
1. Hanoi Egg coffee (Cafe trung)
Originated in Hanoi in 1945, is a rich and creamy coffee drink made by mixing whipped egg yolks with sugar, condensed milk, and strong robusta coffee. The coffee is often described as ‘liquid tiramisu’. After a long time of history, cafe trung has become the must try Hanoi coffee drink when visiting the capital.
Where to try: Cafe Giang, 39 Nguyen Huu Huan, Hoan Kiem Ward. To discover more about egg coffee and Hanoi’s vibrant food scene and local culinary delights, check out our Morning Food Walking Tour for an authentic taste of Vietnamese cuisine and culture!
We also feature these distinct flavors of egg coffee and Hanoi local food featured in our Hanoi Street Eats & Bites Tour .
Final thought on coffee in Hanoi
Hanoi’s coffee culture reflects the city’s lifestyle. It created another point of view for tourists by experiencing local drinks to understand more about the city.
Join one of the most unique Hanoi Coffee Tours and discover the city’s famous coffee culture while tasting Hanoi’s most iconic and hidden coffee specialties.
If you’re a coffee lover looking for a deeper experience with Vietnamese coffee, be sure to check out our Coffee Making Class! Available at 10 AM or 2 PM for a fun and hands-on experience.
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