☕ 06 Secret coffee shops in Hanoi's Old Quarter 🇻🇳

☕ 06 Secret Cafes in Hanoi's Old Quarter You Shouldn't Miss 🇻🇳✨

If you're visiting Hanoi's Old Quarter, beyond the charm of its narrow streets, ancient buildings, and local life, cafés are a must-try experience. Each cafe has its own unique story and atmosphere. Here are six of my recommendations.

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☘️ Giang Café — The Original Hanoi Egg Coffee
• A small cafe with over 70 years of history
• The origins of "Egg Coffee," a secret recipe from Hanoi — rich coffee mixed with whipped egg yolks for a rich, creamy flavor
• It's like stepping back in time, experiencing a taste that people from all over the world must "check in."
📍 39 Nguyen Huu Huan, Hoan Kiem

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☘️ Dinh Café — Hoan Kiem Lake view in a French-style villa
• A cafe hidden on the second floor of an old colonial building
• A cozy atmosphere Perfect for a quiet moment, sipping coffee while enjoying the view of Hoan Kiem Lake.
• The coffee here is rich and aromatic, offering a truly authentic Hanoian flavor.
📍 13 Dinh Tien Hoang, Hoan Kiem

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☘️ Loading T Café — A small, homey café.
• Decorated in a slightly vintage style, it feels like a friend's home.
• Perfect for relaxing, reading, or simply chatting.
• Recommended menu: Traditional Vietnamese coffee + homemade cakes.
📍 08 Chan Cam, Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem

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☘️ The Note Coffee — A cafe of feelings.
• A cafe filled with colorful post-it notes. They're posted throughout the shop.
• Customers can leave their feelings, messages, or wishes here.
• The view across Hoan Kiem Lake is vibrant and romantic.
📍 64 Luong Van Can, Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem

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☘️ Hanoi House Café — Hidden in a small alley near the cathedral.
• You'll need to walk down a small alley before you find the cafe. It feels like a "hidden gem."
• Highlights: A small balcony overlooking the classic St. Joseph's Cathedral.
• Delicious drinks at reasonable prices, truly local.
📍 47A Ly Quoc Su, Hoan Kiem

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☘️ Bancong Café — A cafe for architecture lovers.
• A cafe that blends old and new with contemporary design.
• The cafe is an old colonial-style building with a balcony (bancong = balcony).
• The atmosphere is peaceful and perfect for enjoying the views of the old town.
📍 2 Dinh Liet, Hoan Kiem

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🎯 Who's it for?
• Cafe hopping enthusiasts Secret cafes you want to explore
• History lovers, as each shop ties in with Hanoi's old buildings and culture
• New travelers looking to try authentic egg coffee

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📸 Photography Tips
• Giang Café → Close-up shots of the Egg Coffee cup, with its smooth egg foam
• The Note Coffee → A photo opportunity with a wall of colorful Post-it notes
• Hanoi House → Balcony with St. Joseph's Cathedral in the background
• Bancong → Take photos of the cafe from the outside, showcasing the ancient architecture

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