Ho Chi Minh City Cafés: 9 hand-picked places

A café serving Australian-style brunch all day. Its signature is Eggs Benedict topped with poached eggs and bacon, and the breakfast burger made with a brioche bun is another hearty choice. Seating is available indoors and outdoors by the garden.

A specialty coffee café that roasts its own beans, with garden seating surrounded by greenery. There’s cold brew and pastries, too, and the bright acidity of the coffee leaves a fresh finish. A lovely spot to pause in a bright, breezy setting.

A specialty coffee café that roasts Vietnamese Arabica in-house. The hand-drip coffee is clean and well balanced, and pairs nicely with coconut espresso or banana cake. The compact interior has bar seating and tables.

A specialty coffee shop that also offers coffee classes and roasts its own beans. Its Liberica pour-over and espresso are popular, with clear, distinctive flavors. Classes are held in a calm, modern space.

A three-story café serving specialty coffee, brunch, and dinner. The white coffee and salted coffee have a rich coffee aroma, while the banana toast and croque monsieur make for a satisfying meal. The calm interior has plenty of seating.

A specialty café that roasts its own beans. The coffee is smooth and clean, and pairs well with cold brew, cake, or a croissant. There’s a leafy garden and a spacious, air-conditioned interior.

A café and restaurant serving brunch and bakery fare centered on sourdough. The avocado salmon toast and pesto cheese toast pair savory bread with well-matched toppings. Its calm atmosphere makes it a good spot for breakfast or working on a laptop.

A book café with thousands of books you can browse and read freely. Coconut coffee and tea are popular, and the leafy, peaceful space has plenty of spots for reading or getting work done.

A historic café where you can explore artifacts from the Saigon Commandos and a hidden underground bunker. The Vietnamese black coffee is richly aromatic, and cơm tấm with pork is also on the menu.