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But now, Hue has transformed! Alongside the development of eateries and restaurants, Hue is witnessing the emergence of many glittering and unique cafes, rivalling those in other cities. Among them, cafes serving sweet treats are a trend greatly beloved by young people in Hue. Let's take a look at these 5 noteworthy names below!
1. Midori Sweet
Address: 46 Ly Tu Trong, Hue
Midori Sweet is hailed as a 'rare phenomenon' in Hue, from its early days of opening until now, with a constantly overloaded number of customers regardless of day or night, winter or summer.
Outdoor Space. Image: Midori Sweet
There are many things that make Midori Sweet special, and the first thing to mention is the café's ambiance. Stepping into Midori, you'll feel like you've wandered into a lush green garden of Japan, with a completely outdoor space, a greenhouse area downstairs, and an indoor area for those who prefer coziness. At Midori, everything is meticulously arranged, from the incredibly cute menu design, wooden trays for cakes, glass water jars, to every cake box, ribbon, or tag when you purchase to take away.
Cute design of Midori. Image: Phuong Phuong
And, CAKES, are what contribute to the widespread appeal of Midori Sweet. All types of cakes at Midori are classified as excellent, with wonderful flavors, simple yet incredibly cute and modern appearance. Among them, cheesecake and salted egg yolk bamboo charcoal cake are two types of cakes likened to 'national cakes', with crispy crusts, soft and chewy interiors, gentle flavors, fragrant with buttery aroma, rich but not cloying like other sweet cakes. Next is the green tea-filled bamboo charcoal roll cake, with a soft sponge cake part, a smooth creamy part but still following the criteria of just-right sweetness, so you can eat endlessly without worry of getting tired.
Diverse cake menu. Image: mykaht_
2. Cake Oven
Address: 29 Nguyen Trai, Hue
Cake Oven is designed in a minimalist style, following Japanese aesthetics, yet with a distinct Vietnamese touch, which is the presence of the green wall seen in old houses, and the part of the wall by the bar area is even punctured with a very unique hole.
Overflowing with various types of cakes. Image: @annicious1204
Although the café space only has one floor for seating, you can rest assured that it is quite spacious with plenty of tables and chairs. The second floor is where the staff make the cakes. Behind is the construction of a row of homestay houses, separated from the café by a wooden frame and Japanese-style white curtains, along with some sun-loving greenery, very charming.
A corner in Korean style. Image: @conmeomeowmeow
And of course, one thing that cannot be overlooked at Cake Oven is the soft, smooth, and creamy fresh cakes, especially the cheesecake, which will surely make you addicted from the first bite. Additionally, you should also try the crab cheese cake, chocolate banana rim, grilled coconut bread, etc. Not to mention, the prices for both cakes and drinks are super cheap, with drinks around 25,000 VND, and cakes only ranging from 8 to 15,000 VND.
All types of cakes are super cheap. Image: Collected
3. SMLXL
Address: 18 Thai Phien
Right from the name, you can tell it's unusual, right? Only when you arrive, you realize it's truly unique! From the outside, SMLXL has the structure of an impressive curve, surrounded by sleek and special transparent glass doors. Here, everything looks incredibly simple, giving a feeling of 'nothing much,' but in reality, it's 'a lot of this and that.'
SMLXL's unique and unusual design. Image: @khoaimifne_
The owner is an architect, so the space from the overall to the details is designed and crafted separately, very meticulous, to create the spirit that the café wants to bring to customers, light and relaxed. Stepping through the door, you'll see a white bar displaying various drinks on the right, and on the left, a few sets of tables with over 10 chairs to serve customers. The café also uses a predominant gray-white tone, giving a very serene ambiance.
The back room. Image: @new
Although SMLXL doesn't specialize in cakes, the variety of cakes is also limited (sponge cake with salted egg, donuts, macarons...), but it's still worth trying. Especially in the serene and tranquil space of SMLXL, taking a sip of coffee, indulging in a bit of sweet cake, listening to the melodious piano tunes, it's truly incomparable.
Cakes and drinks. Image: @v.hoangg
4. Gardénia – Coffee n bakery
Address: 10 Ha Huy Tap, Hue
Gardenia is one of the recently emerging cafe and bakery concepts for the young people of Hue. The café has a two-story space, with versatile areas, making it spacious. Overall, Gardenia has a modern, luxurious feel, from the decor, arrangement with shades of yellow, mixed with a hint of gentle sunlight, creating a poetic, peaceful atmosphere. But alongside that, the interior of the café features sets of woven rattan chairs and tables, blending modern and traditional styles...
Open space. Image: visithue
From the outdoor balcony, you can admire the bustling urban streets, immerse yourself in the fresh, green atmosphere. Or the cozy indoor space, with a touch of luxury mixed with modernity, perfect for intimate gatherings with friends, family. Especially, with the upstairs area, you can take countless selfie opportunities in various trendy corners.
Trendy corner. Image: visithue
Gardenia's menu is diverse and rich, not only with coffee but also with drinks made from fresh fruits, smoothies, milk tea, fruit juices... Additionally, there are many beautifully decorated cakes, such as shredded pork bread, chrysanthemum bread, grape rolls, Thai durian cakes, Chocolate Muffin, Cheese Croissant, Cherry Mouse, Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Passion Fruit Mouse...
Various drinks and cakes. Image: visithue
5. Chi Lang Oi
In the list of cafes mentioned in the article, Chi Lang Oi is the newest cafe, having just opened at the end of February. Despite being newly opened, it has already attracted a large number of customers, mainly young people, or more accurately, those who follow the minimalist trend.
Minimalist space of Chi Lang Oi. Image: @Souris 슈리~
Chi Lang Oi is located in the old Gia Hoi neighborhood, in a nearly 80-year-old house designed by a French architect, which has been preserved almost in its original state with wooden floors, staircases, and optimized open space. From the upper balcony, you can both enjoy the bustling streets and capture hundreds of Instagram-worthy photos.
Sunny balcony corner. Image: @thanhanq
Although Chi Lang Oi's menu is not as extensive and diverse as other cafes, each dish has its own unique touch. One of the 'must-try' drinks is the Salted Plum drink, sounds strange but guaranteed to be super delicious. The cakes, overall, are quite good for the price.
Drinks and cakes at Chi Lang Oi. Image: @__anhvuu
If you ever visit Hue, besides being captivated by the Imperial City or the tombs, don't forget to stop by and enjoy a cup of coffee, or some sweet cakes at these cafes. You'll surely fall even more in love with this ancient capital!
See more: Traveling to Hue 2020: Expert guide from A to Z
