The Coop By Chookie's — Restaurant in Ninh Bình Province

My partner and I came here twice during our trip to Ninh Binh specifically for their Gyro. We have tried the cinnamon bun, coffee, and gyro.

Cinnamon bun- unfortunately we were not a fan of it. We both thought the icing had an odd flavour to it, and the cinnamon bun could have had more cinnamon and could have been on the softer side.

Gyro- now this did not disappoint! The pita was fluffy, and everything in the gyro came so well together. It was all flavourful. I loved their tazitki and garlic sauce, so much so that I doubled it on the second visit, and it definitely elevated it even more. The vegetables in the gyro seemed to be fresh and really added the freshness to the gyro. The fries were also a nice addition to the gyro. When my partner tried mine on our first visit, he didn't like the fries being in the gyro. So on the second visit, he asked for it to be on the side, and he really appreciated that they were able to accommodate that request.

We really enjoyed the dining space as it is open and it was very inviting. The washroom for the most part was clean, but there were a lot of fruit flies and flies everywhere.

The staff working there are all very welcoming and friendly. However, take note that the service can get very slow especially when it is busy. Fortunately we didn't receive a poor experience with the service, but we did observe how some tables never got their drinks, or if they did it came quite late into their meals (sometimes when they were ready to pay). I think the place could have a more efficient and effective system in place so that there is a mutual understanding of who has been served, and what has already been put out. While we waited for our things to come out, we would be asked if we ordered already, and sometimes we saw the staff getting confused...

We needed somewhere to eat close to the Ninh Binh train station and Chookie's was perfect. Food was fantastic, great service and a lovely restaurant manager we enjoyed meeting and having a chat with. Plenty of room around the tables for our backpacks. After our meal a young Vietnamese girl (around 8 years old) came over for a chat at our table. She visits the restaurant to practice her English (which was very good!). The restaurant manager made sure it was ok with us, and she had a chat then moved on to the next table. As a parting gift we gave her a clip on Koala. This seemed quite common in Ninh Binh as we were also joined by some High School students who sat and practiced their English while we waited for our late night train. They were very polite and asked first if we would mind. What a great way to pass the time, and what terrific initiative from these young people. We also learnt about their school and home, and they were very interested to learn about Australia. Please support this if you are comfortable and approached. Great opportunity for our kids to have a chat with young people their same age to learn more about each...

Well, darlings, if you're ever in the enchanting landscapes of Tam Coc and your tummy begins to rumble, let me tell you about a little slice of heaven called Chookie's Bakery Cafe. Ah, the cinnamon rolls! These divine little spirals of joy are nothing short of a culinary embrace.

Picture this: you walk in, weary from your travels, and you're greeted by the most intoxicating aroma of freshly baked goods. The cinnamon rolls, my dears, are the stars of the show. They're soft, oh so soft, and the layers! Each one is a delicate dance of sweet, buttery dough, intertwined with the perfect amount of cinnamon spice.

The glaze, oh, the glaze! It’s light, not too sweet, just enough to complement the cinnamon without overwhelming it. You take a bite, and it’s like a warm hug from the inside out. Pair it with a cup of their exquisite coffee, and you're in absolute bliss.

Chookie’s doesn’t just bake; they create moments. These cinnamon rolls are crafted with such love and care, you can taste it in every bite. If you find yourself in Tam Coc, do yourself a favor and indulge in these rolls. They're not just a treat, they’re...