Kem Caramen Dương Hoa — Restaurant in Hà Nội

Tucked away on the bustling streets of Hanoi, Kem Caramen Hàng Than serves up one of the most delightful and cheapest desserts in the city — silky, rich crème caramel (locally known as caramen). At just a few thousand đồng per serve, it’s a bargain treat that melts in your mouth. The texture is perfectly smooth, with a golden caramel sauce that’s just the right balance of bitter and sweet. You can pair it with coconut milk, black sticky rice, or even have it in a cup with ice.

But as good as the caramen is, it’s not the only reason people flock here.

The real star of the show is the animated and fiercely passionate lady who runs the place. She manages her little empire with booming instructions, exaggerated scoldings, and theatrical hand gestures that could rival a stage actress. She shouts at her staff, shuffles things around with flair, and somehow keeps the chaos in perfect order. Watching her is pure entertainment — and it’s all part of the charm.

What might seem intense to some is actually a beloved part of the experience. We laughed and loved every second of it. We’ve since learned that this kind of animated expression isn’t unusual in Vietnam — it’s often just a sign of someone who’s deeply committed to their craft. And make no mistake, this woman loves her caramen.

Come for the dessert, stay for the show. It’s cheap, delicious, and utterly...

Soft and creamy, consistent! Don't order anything else on the menu but their original caramen (no topping).

The 🍮 caramen/flan (8k VND) is VERY soft and creamy, just enough sweetness and a tint of bitter from the caramelised sugar. The flan is served on a small red plate and a metal spoon - environmental friendly.

It's also only thing I would order from this place. We have tried their other items but none could live up to par. The 🥥 coconut jelly (30k VND) was too soft to be nice. The coconut🍦 ice cream (70k VND) was icy and pricy. The caramen with toppings🍧 (served in plastic single used cup) was underwhelming as you could not appreciate the texture and taste of their amazing flan and too sweet... and...

If you’re in the mood for dessert, the caramel pudding and coconut ice cream here are a winning combo. The caramel pudding is a quick, satisfying treat to wrap up your meal. It’s smooth, creamy, and has just the right balance of sweetness with a rich caramel flavor that doesn’t overpower. It’s the perfect little indulgence after dinner—simple, but done just right.

The coconut ice cream portion size is pretty generous, making it ideal for sharing between 2-4 people. The ice cream is rich and creamy with a distinct coconut flavor that’s both refreshing and decadent. The texture is smooth, with just enough of a coconut bite to keep it...