Ngach 160 coffee shop — Restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City

📍 ɴɢᴀᴄʜ 160 ᴄᴏꜰꜰᴇᴇ ꜱʜᴏᴘ

I’m still thinking about how peaceful it felt. Tucked deep inside a quiet alley, this open-air café instantly transported me to a little corner of old Hà Nội. Yellow walls, ceramic tea bowls, bamboo décor, the sound of quiet music, and even a tiny garden pond—every detail feels intentional and nostalgic. It’s the kind of place where time slows down, shaded by trees and cooled by the breeze, even without air conditioning.

Their menu brings serious northern vibes too—egg coffee done right (rich, velvety, and perfectly bitter-sweet), refreshing sấu and apricot drinks, all served in those lovely ceramic bowls you can’t help but admire. Prices are super reasonable, and there's even free parking right across the street. Just a heads-up: the café doesn’t restrict smoking, so you might catch a bit of that depending on...

I went there with an older Vietnamese man from HCMC. The place has a nice layout and old pictures from the mid 1950's, when Ho Chi Minh obtained control of North Vietnam. It has an in-ground aqaurium and their prices are reasonable. it is located on a street behind the main Bui Dinh Tuy Street; thus, allowing for less traffice noise. I intend to coach some young ladies in English at this spot on occassion, since it is near my home. It is clean and has a great appearance. Also, there is ample motor bike or motor vehicle parking. Well desinged to discourage the heat from the hot sun. Do...

Replicating a corner of old Hanoi, Alley 160 offers a serene atmosphere, a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the main street. There is free parking opposite the cafe. The menu is varied, featuring regional beverages from the North. Some drinks are served in distinctive and unique ceramic bowls. The open space, cooled by fans but shaded by numerous trees, remains pleasantly cool. A drawback is the occasional waft of cigarette smoke from other patrons, as the cafe does not have a policy...