After the renovation, the quality has gone downhill. The coffee is no longer as good as before, there’s only a hint of coffee flavor and far too much milk, to the point that I had to add an extra shot.
On top of that, the customer service was disappointing. When I asked if my order was ready, the staff said “not yet.” When I asked again later, there was no response at all. Overall, the staff seemed unhappy and unwelcoming toward customers.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Christie Marie
I came here with low expectations, but everything felt surprisingly smooth and well-organized. The trail was the best part. I could finally reset for a bit without noise in my head. the music was at a perfect volume, not blasting in your ears. the seating was comfortable and I didn’t feel rushed. I’m already thinking about what I’d order next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chelsea Pollitt
I went in just to kill 20 minutes, and everything felt surprisingly smooth and well-organized. My cappuccino tasted fresh and balanced, not overly sweet, and the finish was really smooth. the lighting made it feel warm instead of sterile. the music was at a perfect volume, not blasting in your ears. I’d recommend it to a friend without hesitating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dibyajyoti Ghosh
Amazing pinh drip coffee with egg yolk
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10kd
Drinks taste good but prices are high for this area. Milk tea starts at 6.50. yikes
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda B
it’s such a pretty store after the redesign reminds me of hcmc <33 get the house milk tea yum
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Valeria Moreno
Drinks are so good and very nice place to study :)
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
kv etch
Novelty drinks with salted cream on sweet coffee (Saigon special) and salted coffee itself (Muoi) that were just ok. Crowded space with very basic furnishing that gets quite loud when it fills up on the weekend afternoon when we came. Although not their fault, parking situation is horrendous. Overall, too many cafes that are way cozier than this, making it unlikely that we’ll return.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
samar saremi
The drink tastes great, but about 90% of the cup is ice. You’re basically paying more for ice than for the actual drink. Would be much better with less ice and more beverage.
Freeze coconut coffee tastes good, customer sevice is very nice ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jane Liu
The egg coffee here is superb—rich, complex, and perfectly balanced. It’s served in the traditional style, with plenty of ice. As another reviewer mentioned, please don’t complain if they can’t make it “no ice”—this isn’t Starbucks! Vietnamese coffee is traditionally served with a lot of ice to balance the intensity and bitterness of Robusta coffee beans. Unlike drinks made with Arabica beans (commonly used in American and European cafes), drinks made with Robusta beans require a different preparation method, and this place does it right.
The sweetness is adjustable, and I personally found my sweet spot at 50%. The egg cream topping is also just right—creamy, flavorful, and in perfect proportion. This drink proves that Vietnamese coffee is truly world-class and a unique culinary art in its own right.
On a hot day, the Coco Freeze at 50% sweetness is phenomenal as well—refreshing, flavorful, and well-balanced.
UPDATE: I heard the store is undergoing renovations. When will it be re-opening? This August/September heat was brutal. 🥵
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jonathan Ceja Martinez
Good coffee. Customer service can be lacking at times. Good coffe but always closed during business hours smh
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Minou
As someone who deeply appreciates the evolution of food traditions, I want to clarify a common misunderstanding I often encounter in reviews of Vietnamese coffee.
This shop offers a modern take on Vietnamese coffee, characterized by a hazelnut-forward flavor. While it may not be a strictly “authentic” preparation, one fact remains true: Vietnamese coffee is significantly stronger than what you’ll find at Starbucks, Coffee Bean, or most American-style coffee shops. A single glass can easily contain as much, if not more, caffeine than a Starbucks grande latte.
The reason for this strength lies in the type of beans used — Vietnamese coffee is typically brewed with robusta beans, rather than arabica. Robusta beans have nearly double the caffeine content of arabica and offer a more intense, earthy, and naturally nutty flavor. This results in a thicker, crema-rich brew with a bolder edge, a defining characteristic of Vietnamese coffee.
Traditionally, Vietnamese coffee is served over ice (cà phê sữa đá). The ice is not just for chilling; it helps balance the intensity of the robusta, making the drink smoother and more enjoyable. Some customers unfamiliar with the tradition may feel they are given “too much ice,” but that’s exactly how it is meant to be served. Without enough ice, the flavor could be overpowering. Conversely, when ordered without ice, you’re requesting the undiluted concentrate; as a result, the portion size is smaller. This isn't a case of the business skimping; it’s the proper measure for something so potent. Think of it as ordering espresso rather than a venti cold brew.
For first-time drinkers, the iced version is both the most authentic and the most approachable. If you prefer your coffee without ice so you can add ice later, be prepared for a compact serving — its strength compensates for its size, just as intended.
Before leaving a negative review about “small portions” or “too much ice,” I encourage visitors to understand the cultural and culinary context. Vietnamese coffee, whether in its traditional form or with a modern twist, emphasizes boldness and balance rather than sheer volume. Recognizing this difference will give you a more positive experience and give credit to the businesses that introduce these traditions to our communities.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Alisa B.
Big fan of the coconut coffee here! The banana matcha was just okay... The cream overpowered the actual matcha taste for me. I'll stick to their Viet coffee from now on.
Quick service, friendly staff, delicious Iced egg coffee...
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
After the renovation, the quality has gone downhill. The coffee is no longer as good as before, there’s only a hint of coffee flavor and far too much milk, to the point that I had to add an extra shot.
On top of that, the customer service was disappointing. When I asked if my order was ready, the staff said “not yet.” When I asked again later, there was no response at all. Overall, the staff seemed unhappy and unwelcoming toward customers.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
I came here with low expectations, but everything felt surprisingly smooth and well-organized. The trail was the best part. I could finally reset for a bit without noise in my head. the music was at a perfect volume, not blasting in your ears. the seating was comfortable and I didn’t feel rushed. I’m already thinking about what I’d order next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went in just to kill 20 minutes, and everything felt surprisingly smooth and well-organized. My cappuccino tasted fresh and balanced, not overly sweet, and the finish was really smooth. the lighting made it feel warm instead of sterile. the music was at a perfect volume, not blasting in your ears. I’d recommend it to a friend without hesitating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing pinh drip coffee with egg yolk
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drinks taste good but prices are high for this area. Milk tea starts at 6.50. yikes
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
it’s such a pretty store after the redesign reminds me of hcmc <33 get the house milk tea yum
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drinks are so good and very nice place to study :)
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Novelty drinks with salted cream on sweet coffee (Saigon special) and salted coffee itself (Muoi) that were just ok. Crowded space with very basic furnishing that gets quite loud when it fills up on the weekend afternoon when we came. Although not their fault, parking situation is horrendous. Overall, too many cafes that are way cozier than this, making it unlikely that we’ll return.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
The drink tastes great, but about 90% of the cup is ice. You’re basically paying more for ice than for the actual drink. Would be much better with less ice and more beverage.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
Freeze coconut coffee tastes good, customer sevice is very nice ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The egg coffee here is superb—rich, complex, and perfectly balanced. It’s served in the traditional style, with plenty of ice. As another reviewer mentioned, please don’t complain if they can’t make it “no ice”—this isn’t Starbucks! Vietnamese coffee is traditionally served with a lot of ice to balance the intensity and bitterness of Robusta coffee beans. Unlike drinks made with Arabica beans (commonly used in American and European cafes), drinks made with Robusta beans require a different preparation method, and this place does it right.
The sweetness is adjustable, and I personally found my sweet spot at 50%. The egg cream topping is also just right—creamy, flavorful, and in perfect proportion. This drink proves that Vietnamese coffee is truly world-class and a unique culinary art in its own right.
On a hot day, the Coco Freeze at 50% sweetness is phenomenal as well—refreshing, flavorful, and well-balanced.
UPDATE: I heard the store is undergoing renovations. When will it be re-opening? This August/September heat was brutal. 🥵
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Good coffee. Customer service can be lacking at times. Good coffe but always closed during business hours smh
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
As someone who deeply appreciates the evolution of food traditions, I want to clarify a common misunderstanding I often encounter in reviews of Vietnamese coffee.
This shop offers a modern take on Vietnamese coffee, characterized by a hazelnut-forward flavor. While it may not be a strictly “authentic” preparation, one fact remains true: Vietnamese coffee is significantly stronger than what you’ll find at Starbucks, Coffee Bean, or most American-style coffee shops. A single glass can easily contain as much, if not more, caffeine than a Starbucks grande latte.
The reason for this strength lies in the type of beans used — Vietnamese coffee is typically brewed with robusta beans, rather than arabica. Robusta beans have nearly double the caffeine content of arabica and offer a more intense, earthy, and naturally nutty flavor. This results in a thicker, crema-rich brew with a bolder edge, a defining characteristic of Vietnamese coffee.
Traditionally, Vietnamese coffee is served over ice (cà phê sữa đá). The ice is not just for chilling; it helps balance the intensity of the robusta, making the drink smoother and more enjoyable. Some customers unfamiliar with the tradition may feel they are given “too much ice,” but that’s exactly how it is meant to be served. Without enough ice, the flavor could be overpowering. Conversely, when ordered without ice, you’re requesting the undiluted concentrate; as a result, the portion size is smaller. This isn't a case of the business skimping; it’s the proper measure for something so potent. Think of it as ordering espresso rather than a venti cold brew.
For first-time drinkers, the iced version is both the most authentic and the most approachable. If you prefer your coffee without ice so you can add ice later, be prepared for a compact serving — its strength compensates for its size, just as intended.
Before leaving a negative review about “small portions” or “too much ice,” I encourage visitors to understand the cultural and culinary context. Vietnamese coffee, whether in its traditional form or with a modern twist, emphasizes boldness and balance rather than sheer volume. Recognizing this difference will give you a more positive experience and give credit to the businesses that introduce these traditions to our communities.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Big fan of the coconut coffee here! The banana matcha was just okay... The cream overpowered the actual matcha taste for me. I'll stick to their Viet coffee from now on.
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