Food & Coffee
Best Cafes in Hoi An: 16 Top Coffee Shops (Rooftop, Garden & Hidden Gems)
16 hand-picked coffee shops — from our favourite hidden garden cafe to famous rooftops, egg coffee and specialty roasters.
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Looking for the best cafe Hoi An has to offer? As a local, I can tell you that Hội An is not just about lanterns and ancient houses — it’s also a paradise for coffee lovers.
From rooftop cafes overlooking yellow rooftops to hidden alley coffee spots, here are the top cafe Hoi An travelers should not miss.
Top cafe Hoi An travelers should not miss.
Hoi An isn’t only lanterns and ancient houses — it’s one of Vietnam’s great coffee towns, where cafes hide inside 200-year-old shophouses, spill onto rooftops over the yellow Old Town, and tuck into quiet garden courtyards. This local’s guide rounds up the best cafes in Hoi An, from our top garden pick to famous rooftops and hidden egg-coffee spots.
What’s the best cafe in Hoi An? For a peaceful garden escape close to the Old Town, our top pick is Uncle Huan Coffee & Garden (71/26 Phan Chu Trinh). For rooftop Old Town views go to Faifo Coffee or Mê Rooftop; for authentic egg coffee try Little HaNoi; and for hidden quiet, Hoi An Coffee Hub or Ren Rứa. Most cafes serve drinks from around 30,000–60,000₫.
Uncle Huan Coffee & Garden — our favourite garden cafe in Hoi An
Tucked down a lane just a few minutes from the Old Town, Uncle Huan Coffee & Garden is exactly the kind of place travellers hope to stumble on: a peaceful, hidden green courtyard where you can slow down over a Vietnamese coconut coffee or fresh juice, away from the crowds. Leafy, calm and genuinely local in feel, it’s a lovely spot to cool off in the afternoon or linger into the evening — and the friendly service keeps its rating up near a near-perfect 4.9 stars.
Best for: a quiet garden break & local-style coffee · Don’t miss: the coconut coffee in the garden seating. There’s also an Uncle Huan Coffee & Restaurant at 61 Le Loi if you want food alongside your coffee.
More of the best cafes in Hoi An
1. Poison Café – The Original
📍 7 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai
⭐ 4.8 (1.5K reviews)
Poison Café blends classic yellow wall architecture with cozy indoor seating. The warm lighting and vintage décor make it one of the most Instagram-worthy Hoi An coffee shops near the Old Town.
Best for: relaxed afternoon coffee
Local tip: Sit upstairs near the window for natural light photos.
2. Little HaNoi Egg Coffee (Hoi An)
📍 18 Phan Boi Chau
⭐ 4.9 (660 reviews)
If you want to try authentic egg coffee Hoi An style, this is the place. The egg foam is smooth, creamy, and not too sweet.
Must try: Hot egg coffee
Atmosphere: small, cozy, quiet
3. Hoi An Coffee Hub
📍 Alley 11 Nguyen Thai Hoc
⭐ 4.9 (904 reviews)
Hidden in a small alley, this cafe Hoi An spot is perfect for those who want peace away from crowded streets. The design is modern yet warm.
Best time: morning for quiet coffee moments
4. La Solana Coffee – Brunch – Eatery
📍 47 Ton Duc Thang
⭐ 4.9 (286 reviews)
A stylish brunch and coffee space with Western-style décor. Ideal if you are looking for healthy breakfast options in Hoi An.
Best for: brunch lovers
Style: modern, minimalist, airy
5. Ren Rứa Cafe
📍 Alley 144 Nguyen Truong To
⭐ 4.9 (597 reviews)
A vintage-style Hoi An coffee shop with patterned tiles and wooden furniture. It feels like visiting an old local house.
Best photo spot: window seating with natural afternoon light
6. 25s Cafe & Brunch
📍 25 Nguyen Thai Hoc
⭐ 4.8 (504 reviews)
Located in the heart of Old Town, this cafe Hoi An location offers a trendy vibe and good coffee selection.
Best for: young travelers & Instagram photos
7. Mê Hội An Rooftop Coffee
📍 166 Tran Phu
⭐ 4.9 (2K reviews)
One of the most famous Hoi An rooftop cafe locations. From the top floor, you can see the iconic yellow rooftops of Old Town.
Best time to visit: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM for golden sunset views
Why go: panoramic Old Town photos
8. Moments Hoi An
📍 47 Le Loi
⭐ 4.7 (2.4K reviews)
Moments is a relaxing cafe Hoi An spot with street views and greenery. Great place to sit, sip coffee, and watch daily life pass by.
9. Dudu Cafe Hoi An
📍 11 Tran Phu
⭐ 4.8 (1K reviews)
Located directly on Tran Phu Street, this multi-level cafe offers balcony seating overlooking lantern-lit streets at night.
Best for: evening coffee with Old Town view
10. Faifo Coffee – Famous Rooftop Views
130 Tran Phu · 4.6 (3K+ reviews)
The most famous rooftop in town. Climb to the top floor of this heritage house for a panoramic view over Hoi An’s yellow rooftops — a classic photo spot, especially at sunrise and sunset.
Best time: early morning or golden hour · Why go: the postcard Old Town rooftop shot.
11. Reaching Out Tea House
131 Tran Phu · 4.7 (2K+ reviews)
A serene, silent tea house run by artisans who are deaf or speak-impaired — you order using little wooden blocks. The calm courtyard and beautiful tea sets make it one of Hoi An’s most meaningful stops.
Best for: a mindful, quiet break · Note: speciality teas and Vietnamese coffee, no loud music.
12. Cocobox – Juice Bar & Cafe
94 Le Loi · 4.5 (1K+ reviews)
A bright, farm-to-table juice bar and cafe with a skylit space and Old Town views. Come for cold-pressed juices, healthy breakfasts and good coffee in a clean, airy setting.
Best for: fresh juices & a light, healthy brunch.
13. The Espresso Station
28/2 Tran Hung Dao · 4.6 (2K+ reviews)
A Melbourne-style speciality coffee spot hidden in a leafy courtyard. Come here for expertly pulled flat whites, cold brew and one of the best specialty-coffee experiences in Hoi An.
Must try: the coconut coffee and the cold brew · Vibe: relaxed, garden courtyard.
14. Phin Coffee
132/7 Tran Phu · 4.7 (900+ reviews)
A quiet garden cafe devoted to traditional Vietnamese phin drip coffee, made with premium local beans. They also run friendly workshops on how to brew the perfect Vietnamese coffee.
Best for: authentic Vietnamese drip coffee & a coffee workshop.
15. XLIII Specialty Coffee
236 Ly Thuong Kiet · 4.6 (500+ reviews)
A calm, minimalist specialty-coffee bar full of natural light and greenery, with carefully sourced single-origin beans. A favourite of serious coffee lovers who want quality over decoration.
Best for: single-origin specialty coffee in a minimalist space.
16. Roving Chillhouse
Nguyen Trai Street (~3.5 km from centre) · 4.7 (600+ reviews)
Surrounded by rice paddies just outside town, this rustic cafe swaps Old Town bustle for open countryside views. Worth the short ride for a peaceful coffee, with live music on weekends — an easy stop by motorbike.
Best for: rice-field views away from the crowds.
How to Choose the Best Cafe in Hoi An
✔ For rooftop Old Town views → Mê Rooftop or Dudu Cafe
✔ For quiet hidden spots → Hoi An Coffee Hub or Ren Rứa
✔ For traditional Vietnamese coffee → Little HaNoi Egg Coffee
✔ For brunch & Western style → La Solana
Why Cafe Culture in Hoi An Is Special
Unlike big cities, cafe Hoi An culture is slow, relaxed, and deeply connected to local architecture. Most cafes are built inside ancient houses, preserving wooden beams, tiled floors, and yellow walls.
Coffee here is not just a drink — it’s an experience.
Best cafes in Hoi An — FAQ
What is the best cafe in Hoi An?
For a peaceful garden setting near the Old Town, our top pick is Uncle Huan Coffee & Garden (71/26 Phan Chu Trinh). For rooftop views, Faifo Coffee and Mê Rooftop are the most famous.
Where can I find the best rooftop cafe in Hoi An?
Faifo Coffee (130 Tran Phu) and Mê Hội An Rooftop (166 Tran Phu) both offer panoramic views over the Old Town’s yellow rooftops — best at sunrise or the 4:30–5:30 PM golden hour.
Where can I try Hoi An egg coffee?
Little HaNoi Egg Coffee (18 Phan Boi Chau) is the go-to for smooth, creamy egg coffee that isn’t too sweet.
How much does coffee cost in Hoi An?
Most cafes charge around 30,000–60,000₫ for a coffee; rooftop and specialty spots can run a little higher. Uncle Huan and similar garden cafes sit in the 30,000–100,000₫ range.
Which Hoi An cafes are best for a quiet, hidden spot?
Uncle Huan Coffee & Garden, Hoi An Coffee Hub, Ren Rứa, Reaching Out Tea House and Roving Chillhouse are all calm escapes from the busy streets.
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