Delicious fresh drinks, the coconut coffee is so good 🥰
Coffee shop
Cafe De Elin - Coffee shop in Ho Chi Minh City
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The Story
About This Place
Cafe De Elin sits on Thái Văn Lung in a part of central Saigon that moves fast and loud — which makes its atmosphere all the more deliberate. The street has a notable concentration of Japanese-run businesses, and the café draws a steady mix of locals, expats, and visitors who come primarily for desserts that hold up to serious scrutiny.
The matcha tiramisu is the standout: mascarpone layered with ladyfinger biscuits and a pronounced matcha flavor that resists the usual slide into sweetness. The special tiramisu follows the same logic — rich, coffee-forward, unmistakably smooth. Cream brûlée arrives with a proper caramel crust. These aren't obligatory items added to fill a menu; they're what keeps the regulars returning.
On the drinks side, the coconut coffee — built on cold brew with coconut ice cubes — has developed its own following. The salted coffee, topped with a pink salted cream layer and cocoa dusting, is a consistent crowd-pleaser. For non-coffee drinkers, the grapefruit oolong and peach black tea hold their own against more specialized tea houses in the city.
The staff are consistently warm without being performative. Multiple reviewers name specific staff members — a detail that reflects genuine hospitality rather than scripted service. The space is calm and unfussy, a contrast to the surrounding street energy, which makes it function as a genuine reset for the duration of a meal.
For Saigon's café circuit, Cafe De Elin occupies a specific niche: serious desserts, quality matcha, and a room that asks nothing of its guests beyond their order. Open daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
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Menu Highlights
What to order at Cafe De Elin
Pudding a la mode
90k VND
Japanese-style Plan cake served with fresh cream and fresh fruit.
Special tiramisu
85k VND
Rich and creamy tiramisu, blended with the aroma of coffee and a layer of smooth and fatty cream.
Matcha Tiramisu
80k VND
Mascarpone cheese combined with ladyfinger, strong matcha flavor, not too sweet, soft and melts in your mouth when eatin
Seasonal Mango Matcha Latte
75k VND
Japanese Uji Matcha, pasteurized fresh milk, and our shop's special mango jam recipe. Not too sweet. The mango jam and m
Japanese Yuzu Matcha
75k VND
Matcha Latte served with Japanese Yuzu Jam, very delicious, must try
Full menu below · prices in VND.
Reviews
4.8(153)
Desserts were really delicious, and drinks were good too. We drank strawberry matcha and vietnamese black coffee which were both delicious. Strongly recommended
Travel Cafe Eat Drink - Malaysia & Asia This matcha cafe in Japan town Saigon has nice matcha drinks and matcha tiramisu is one the the best seller here.
Lovely place! Tbh, had the best strawberry and peach juice which was recommended by nham. She gives out a lovely vibe, my friend loves her cute smile & warmth 😊
Very relaxed place to grab a refreshing drink. The tiramisu special was great and staff were very warm and welcoming. Would visit again
Visit Tips
Visiting Cafe De Elin
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Breakfast available: Opens by 8 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Saigon.
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Menu starts from: 40k VND, based on 30 priced items on the public menu.
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Reservations: Call +84 778 711 112 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: afternoon dessert, solo coffee, date night, quiet escape.
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Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.
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Frequently Asked
- What is the best dish at Cafe De Elin?
- The matcha tiramisu is the standout, described as a must-try by multiple reviewers. The special tiramisu and coconut coffee also have strong followings.
- Is Cafe De Elin quiet or loud?
- The space is deliberately calm — a contrast to the busy surrounding street energy on Thái Văn Lung, making it a genuine reset spot.
- Is Cafe De Elin good for a solo visit or casual meetup?
- Reviewers consistently describe it as a relaxed place with warm, attentive staff — one reviewer specifically named a staff member for her 'lovely vibe and warmth'.
- Is Cafe De Elin open for breakfast?
- Yes, Cafe De Elin opens daily at 8:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM.
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