Hanoi: 5 unique cafes take you back to the past

Not only a place to enjoy drinks, these cafes are also a vibrant cultural space, recreating old weddings, Northern villages to the subsidy period.

In Hanoi , many coffee shops are not only meeting places but also unique cultural spaces, taking visitors on a journey back in time. From the bustling atmosphere of a traditional wedding to the tranquility of an ancient village, each shop is a unique story about Vietnamese culture.

Phe La: Unique 'wedding' experience

The Phe La brand has made a strong impression with the campaign “Phe La Co Hy”, turning the branches into a traditional wedding space. The space is brightly decorated with the main color red, the word Song Hy, silk and brocade, giving the feeling of attending a real wedding ceremony.

Phe La space is brightly decorated with the red color typical of traditional Vietnamese weddings.

The highlight of the campaign is the elaborately designed “milk tea tray”, replacing the traditional gift tray. This idea not only promotes new products but also contributes to spreading the beauty of Vietnamese wedding culture to young people in a creative way.

Concept Village: Finding a peaceful place in the Northern countryside

Nestled deep in a small alley, Concept Village is a peaceful stopover, recreating the space of an old Northern Vietnamese village. The shop brings a nostalgic feeling with familiar images such as tall areca trees, red brick walls covered with cement and the faint scent of lotus.

A cozy and nostalgic corner at Concept Village, reminiscent of childhood.

The menu of the shop is also imbued with the old style with names that evoke memories such as “Nang Tam” (lychee tea), “Trai Lang” (latte) or “Mr. Giao” (cacao latte). In addition, the shop also displays Dong Ho paintings and artistic flower vases, creating a “healing” medicine for those who want to find their childhood memories.

San Cafe: Where folk culture and history intersect

Situated in a prime location with two facades leading to the walking street, San Cafe is a destination that attracts people who love folk culture. The shop displays many Dong Ho paintings and ceramics in a space with auspicious red color.

San Cafe also made its mark when organizing the exhibition “Flash of Gold”, introducing 10 ancient costumes of the Nguyen Dynasty such as Phung Bao Hoang Thai Hau, Nhat Binh Cong Chua. The names of the drinks here are also very artistic, such as “Dong Ho” (peach oolong tea) or “May” (mango milk tea), bringing an interesting experience to customers.

Thu Bao Coffee Shop: Handwritten letters from the subsidy period

Lying quietly on the street, Thu Bao Coffee Shop brings a relaxing, peaceful space with the theme of the subsidy period. True to the slogan "Going to Thu Bao to see many things", the shop is a place where visitors can slow down, read old newspapers and be moved by handwritten letters collected from previous generations.

Photo: Page Coffee Shop Thu Bao

Warehouse Coffee: The 'warehouse' that preserves memories of old Hanoi

True to its name, Warehouse Cafe is a place that holds many memories of old Hanoi. The space is delicately decorated with familiar objects such as small floral curtains, sewing machines, old televisions and pianos. The dim yellow light creates a quiet, sad but also very cozy atmosphere. In particular, the shop also has lovely "cat employees", becoming "cotton balls" to warm the souls of visitors.

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