Enjoyed my lunch here. The atmosphere is calm and cozy.
Coffee shop
Ambrosia Cafe Bistro - Coffee shop in Ho Chi Minh City
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The Story
About This Place
Ambrosia Cafe Bistro occupies a French-style villa on a broad alley off Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm in Đa Kao, functioning as much a gallery space as a cafe. The walls rotate through works by local artists — all available for purchase — and on select evenings, DJ sets add a social layer to what is otherwise a quiet, work-friendly room. Plenty of indoor seating and a small outdoor section accommodate both focused laptop sessions and relaxed group conversations.
The drinks menu rewards specificity. The salt coffee diverges from the standard Saigon iced coffee circuit, and the coconut milk coffee blended with ice has a dedicated following. Fresh-pressed juices — pineapple, guava, carrot — are straightforward and well-executed. Regulars consistently point to trà ổi hồng (pink guava tea) and trà vải hoa hồng (lychee rose tea) as the orders to prioritize. The pastry case has earned particular loyalty; one regular describes the croissants and Danish pastries as the best in the city.
The food menu extends beyond coffee-shop staples: spaghetti in cream sauce with shrimp and grilled pork vermicelli make it a credible lunch stop rather than just a coffee layover. Hot latte has drawn praise for quality, and the freshly squeezed pineapple juice has been called out by multiple guests.
The crowd is a mix of hotel guests from the adjacent Homestead property, expats and locals seeking a work-friendly afternoon spot, and a more social contingent when art openings or DJ nights run. Operating until 10:30 PM most nights — Sunday closes at 5 PM — it covers a slow morning espresso through a late-evening wind-down. Parking sits on the opposite side of the street. Service quality has varied across reviews, with a handful of guests noting inconsistency; the drinks and setting are the consistent draw.
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Menu Highlights
What to order at Ambrosia Cafe Bistro
Spaghetti with cream sauce & shrimp
220k VND
Fresh pasta enveloped in creamy sauce with succulent shrimp.
beef noodle soup
120k VND
Savory beef with rich broth delight.
Beef fried with broccoli and served with rice.
115k VND
Shrimp, Chinese sausage, and pineapple fried rice
115k VND
Savory shrimp fried rice with enticing aroma.
Grilled pork vermicelli
105k VND
Grilled meat with fresh vermicelli.
Full menu below · prices in VND.
Reviews
4.5(205)
Beautiful place and delicious food! Staff was super attentive. I recommend this place!!
The spirit of the place is filled with art, plus the music brings more senses to the atmosphere. I love the paintings and the decorations here.
The drinks here are spectacular, this event with the art rotation along with DJ music is very unique and special in its own way. The atmosphere is refreshing, so nice that I would definitely come back a second time!!!
I visited Ambrosia Bistro with a tour group. It was my last night before leaving the group. The atmosphere and ambience was very relaxing. The food was great and the staff was wonderful. Appreciated the timing of the dishes being served. I would recommend to anyone wanting a great meal in a quaint place.
Visit Tips
Visiting Ambrosia Cafe Bistro
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Breakfast available: Opens by 8 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Saigon.
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Menu starts from: 25k VND, based on 88 priced items on the public menu.
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Reservations: Call +84 977 338 092 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: remote work, casual lunch, art events, weekend brunch.
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Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.
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Frequently Asked
- What should I order at Ambrosia Cafe Bistro?
- Regulars recommend the trà ổi hồng (pink guava tea) and trà vải hoa hồng (lychee rose tea). The croissants and Danish pastries have been called 'the best in the city' by a returning guest.
- Is Ambrosia Cafe Bistro a good spot for remote work?
- Yes. One reviewer describes it as 'perfect for work discussion or if you want to focus,' with plenty of comfortable indoor seating in a quiet French-style villa.
- Does Ambrosia Cafe Bistro have outdoor seating?
- Yes, there is a small outdoor section alongside the larger indoor area.
- Is parking available at Ambrosia Cafe Bistro?
- Yes, though parking is on the opposite side of the street from the entrance, as noted by multiple reviewers.
- Is Ambrosia Cafe Bistro open in the evenings?
- Most nights it operates until 10:30 PM, making it suitable for a late-evening visit. Sunday hours are shorter, closing at 5 PM.
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