West Lake is famous for many shops, restaurants, and cafes in Hanoi because of the harmony between Eastern and Western architecture. Perhaps, because of a great position, this area has so many beautiful cafes that attract a large number of Hanoi people and international tourists.
Walking around West Lake in an afternoon with a friend or partner, sipping a little coffee, and watching the sun slowly fall will be an exciting experience that will never be forgotten.
Here are the 5 best cafes in West Lake to check them out.
1. Maison de Tet Decor
- Address: 26 Quang Ba Street, Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
- Phone: 024 3823 9722
- Opening hours: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
The Maison de Tet Decor will surprise you by its pure Vietnamese space. From the decorative details in the architectural interior to all shop, they all exude a rustic look.
Around the cafe covers with a lot of banana trees, bringing a relaxed, cool feeling like living in the middle of nature, away from the busy life in the city.
Most of the food and drinks are Western food, the price is not too high, only from VND 110,000, you can choose a delicious dish with quality ingredients such as salmon, bread, butter, eggs.
At Maison de Tet Decor, you can enjoy a wide variety of homemade coffee from Africa or Vietnam and a variety of healthy smoothies. The price for these beverages is also affordable, from 50,000 to 70,000 VND.
The Maison de Tet Decor is the right choice. Sitting here watching the West Lake sunset is very nice. On hot days in Hanoi, enjoy a cool ice-cream smoothie on the banks of West Lake, let the West Lake breeze flow, listen to soft music, then you will have a comfortable feeling is really great.
2. C’est Bon Cafe
- Address: 5 Tay Ho Street, Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
- Phone: 024 3212 3918
- Opening hours: 7: 00 am – 10:00 pm
C’est Bon Cafe is a large, prominent villa in the middle of West Lake. Many people call this place the white house because the main colour is white with eye-catching and lovely decorative details.
Although there is no view overlooking West Lake, with its unique 3-story architecture and an outdoor area with lots of greenery, this is a suitable place to date with your partner or with friends. Besides, C’est Bon Cafe is also a great choice if you need a quiet space to read or work.
The general architecture of C’est Bon Cafe is made in the French style, but the owner is Korean. Therefore, some Korean elements are also crept into the restaurant space, making the architecture more unique and fancy.
The foods and drinks here are rated for quality from the outside beauty and the quality, making sure to give it a try.
Every corner at C’est Bon Cafe is beautiful, from the chair, table, to the flowerpot. So, if you are a taking-picture fan, this café will be the right choice for your beautiful photos.
3. LeMarz Coffee Roastery
- Address: 24 To Ngoc Van Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
- Opening hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The LeMarz Coffee Roastery locates in the old villa designed in the French style, painted in ancient yellow, making us remember an old Hanoi in the early 20th century.
Right in the entrance to the villa is the French decoration with many roses and green grass. Every corner here is beautiful, you just press your camera, and you will have a beautiful photo.
Admittedly, the space at the restaurant is comfortable and quiet. This place can help you get inspired to study and work, pull you out of the noise of traffic every day.
Not only the LeMarz Coffee Roastery, but also the cafes in West Lake have something European-style, be it interior, architecture, or a drink. The LeMarz Coffee Roastery locates in the centre of the area for foreigners, so the desserts, snacks, and drinks are standard in European flavours.
When you come here, do not forget to try the Lemon Cheesecake, which is the best-rated dish in the restaurant. The cake has a cheese that makes many people like.
4.6 Degrees Hanoi
- Address: Level 2 and 8, 189 Nghi Tam Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
- Opening hours: 9: 00 am – 11:00 pm
6 Degrees, locating an area of rooftop café, is more fun and bustling with a young style. 6 Degrees attracts young people because of its open space, located on the upper floor. From the coffee shop, you can see the entire West Lake and see a part of the city.
In addition, many people coming here for the first time are strongly impressed by the lovely decorations, right from the decoration of the cup of the drink. The blend of Asian and European cultures gives the restaurant a luxury space and style.
Typically, 6 Degrees serving coffee and food, so you can enjoy a little savoury food to eat, then sip a little cake and coffee for a perfect dinner. The price of food and drinks range from 80,000 to 200,000 VND.
Enjoy the food together and see the city from above, what’s more, wonderful than that! 6 Degrees is an aromatic place for many couples having dinner under the candle lights. Let’s check this café!
5. Thang 10 Café (October Café)
- Address: 115 Nguyen Dinh Thi Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
- Opening hours: 8: 00 am – 11:00 pm
Thang 10 Café has a bit of nostalgic and old style. You will find an atmosphere of a coffee shop in the 60s to 70s.
The October cafe has 4 floors with 4 different décor, but still unifies a nostalgic spiritual style. The first floor has a light European bar with a warm brown colour. The second floor is decorated in Roman style. The 3rd floor is suitable for those who love quiet, you can choose a corner to work or read, let your soul relax along with melodious music. The 4th floor attracts many people by the windy balcony, where you can overlook West Lake, at night the lights are on, the 4th floor is the best place.
This coffee shop has a beautiful view, but the price is not high. While tasting a cup of coffee and watching West Lake, it costs about 80,000 for 2 people on average. This cafe is the right place to temporarily stay away from the noise and pressure of work, spend time with friends in peace at night.
If you do not know where to go and which coffee shop to taste in West Lake, please take notes of the above address of cafes to spend your time when coming there.