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The coffee culture has long been a cherished habit among Vietnamese people. Cafes are where friends gather, unwind, or capture beautiful moments. Many cafes emerge to meet the demands of customers. Below, Mytour presents to you the finest cafes in District 1, Saigon, offering delectable beverages and breathtaking views.
1. The August Coffee – A Picturesque Cafe in District 1 for Photo Ops
- Address: 59 Pham Viet Chanh, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening Hours: 08:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Price Range: 45,000 VND – 65,000 VND
The first destination on the list of coffee shops in district 1 is The August Coffee. This is a charming little coffee shop, imbued with Korean essence, located on Pham Viet Chanh Street.
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The space of the shop is extremely appealing to young people with predominantly white and light wooden brown tones. The shop has large glass doors, making full use of natural light, so The August Coffee is an ideal spot for beautiful photo shoots.
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The cafe serves a variety of beverages including coffee, tea, cakes, smoothies, etc. Looking at the menu, you will come across very cute names such as Lovely Bear, Pinky Bear, Napoleon Fruit, etc. Each drink is decorated in a lovely, meticulous, and eye-catching way.
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2. The Gardener's Tree Shop - a serene cafe in district 1
- Address: 55 Suong Nguyet Anh Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 08:00–21:00
- Price range: 30,000 VND – 50,000 VND
In today's fast-paced urban life, many people seek a cool green space to relax their souls. The Gardener's Tree Shop is a small green corner for souls that need to settle down right in the heart of bustling district 1.
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Located on the 2nd floor of Khanh Minh building, The Gardener's Tree Shop space truly conveys a lot of inspiration and energy. This district 1 garden cafe is immersed in the green color of various plants such as terrariums, aquariums, mini landscapes. Besides the greenery, when you come here, you will see handicraft products, paintings creating an elegant space full of artistic value.
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The menu of the cafe features drinks inspired by nature. All items are prepared from various plants and flowers such as lotus tea, chamomile, pineapple leaves, hibiscus flowers, lemongrass,...
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3. Khóm Coffee & Tea - a chill cafe in district 1
- Address: 5 Tran Quy Khach, Tan Dinh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 07:00 – 22:00
- Price range: 50,000 VND – 60,000 VND
Finding a rustic space within the city is not easy. But you can encounter that simplicity at a cafe named Khóm.
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Khóm cafe is decorated with materials from bamboo, palm leaves, wood creating a peaceful village garden atmosphere. Especially, the shop has a separate corridor corner covered with flowers according to the season.
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In spring, the corridor corner is filled with golden daisies. As autumn arrives, dreamy purple moss pots take over. In winter, it becomes a garden of elegant hibiscus and various other flowers. Thanks to this meticulous care, the corridor corner becomes the most checked-in spot when visiting Khóm coffee.
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The menu mostly consists of juices and fruit juices such as orange, carrot, watermelon,... Additionally, there are other beverages like smoothies and coffee.
4. Nấp Saigon - egg coffee cafe in district 1
- Address: 5 Nguyen Van Thu Street, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 07:00 - 21:00
- Price range: 40,000 VND - 65,000 VND
The super hot cafe in recent years is none other than Nấp. It is a coffee shop combined with a homestay founded by model Tran Quang Dai and two friends.
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Nấp Saigon follows a Japanese architectural style that is both minimalist and harmonious with nature. Every decoration in the shop is cute and small, wooden tables and chairs create a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Because the shop is located in a small alley, the space here becomes quiet, separated from the hustle and bustle of the streets. Perhaps that's why the shop is named Nấp, a place to nest when you need to find tranquility.
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You can enjoy a hot, creamy egg coffee, find a quiet corner to read a book. Or enjoy cold lemonade and chat with friends. Those seemingly elusive little moments of happiness are easier to find than ever when you come to Nấp.
5. Thinker & Dreamer Coffee - beautiful view cafe in district 1
- Address: 42 Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 09:00 - 22:00
- Price range: 45,000 VND - 70,000 VND
The old apartment building at 42 Nguyen Hue is surely a place known to many young people. Here, there are many unique coffee shops, fancy views for you to explore. Thinker & Dreamer Coffee is one of the unique coffee shops that you should not miss when you come here.
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Thinker & Dreamer Coffee brings an artistic space. The shop is built in a minimalist style, the color combination makes you feel close, comfortable.
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The shop not only leaves a memorable impression with its space but also is loved by many young people for its food and drinks. You can choose healthy juices to replenish energy after long working hours. Or savor a creamy milk coffee as a reward for your own efforts.
6. The Running Bean - delicious cafe in district 1
- Address: 115 Ho Tung Mau, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00
- Price range: 55,000 VND – 110,000 VND
If you're looking for a place to enjoy professional coffee, head straight to The Running Bean. The shop is conveniently located on Ho Tung Mau Street, within walking distance to Nguyen Hue pedestrian street.
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The space of the shop is modern, divided into 2 areas: indoor and outdoor. The outdoor area is covered with green trees along with delicate white tables and chairs. Inside the shop is quite spacious, with large glass doors allowing plenty of natural light.
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As you step into the shop, you'll be greeted with the fragrance of coffee and soothing music. Besides the familiar coffee drinks like: milk coffee, black coffee, latte, cold brew,... The Running Bean also offers fruit juices and pastries for those who don't enjoy the bitter taste.
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7. Boo Coffee - rooftop cafe in district 1
- Address: 42 Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 08:30 – 23:00
- Price range: 30,000 VND – 80,000 VND
Boo coffee is a beautiful cafe in district 1 that you shouldn't miss. Located at a high position, floors 8 and 9 of the Nguyen Hue apartment building, making Boo an ideal spot for you to admire the sunset at dusk.
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The space of the cafe is designed to be modern and youthful. You can find countless cute decor corners like: hanging clouds, hairpin lights, small pots of plants,... Just wear a nice outfit and you'll have countless photos for life.
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The menu of the shop is quite diverse, but the two most popular items among young people are cotton candy milk tea and light bulb milk tea. You should try these two unique drinks when you come here.
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8. Café Paul 1932 - vintage cafe in district 1
- Address: 5/7 Nguyen Sieu Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00
- Price range: 30,000 VND – 90,000 VND
Last but not least in today's list of cafes in district 1 is Café Paul 1932. This coffee shop is located on the 5th floor of the Temple Leaf Spa building on Nguyen Sieu Street. It's an ideal spot for those who love classic, vintage style.
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The shop is decorated in a rustic style, reminiscent of Saigon in the 90s. You can see each decoration meticulously crafted to create a nostalgic space, such as ceramics, dishes, pianos, antique clocks,...
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The menu at the café is diverse, offering a range of beverages from tea to coffee, and juices. Particularly, the coconut coffee is a standout drink at Paul that you should try. In addition to drinks, the café also serves both Korean and Western-style food.
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Mytour Blog has just sent you a list of outstanding cafés in District 1 with excellent views that you should explore. If you're in need of some great photo opportunities, don't forget to visit these cafes for some quick check-ins! If you're in other districts, you can check out the list of beautiful cafes in Saigon to find your preferred café.
Moreover, in District 1, there are plenty of places to relax, entertain, and meet friends. You can also consider the following:
- #7 rooftop cafes in District 1 with the best views
- #12 bars in District 1 with the best music and reputation
