The Top 9 Tea Shops in Vietnam for When You’re in the Mood for a Soothing Sip
There’s no denying that when it comes to the kind of drink that soothes the soul, a cup of tea just knows how to hit the right spot. The comfort that comes with it invites you to slow down.
The thing is, Vietnam knows how to do it right. Maybe because it runs deep in the tradition and the whole process, from harvesting the leaves to brewing, is done thoughtfully and with so much effort — some are even tied to it spiritually.
And as a tea lover myself, this mission of checking out tea shops in Vietnam made me discover these gems that gave me the best tea experience I’ve ever had so far.
If you’re like me who finds happiness in a simple cup of tea, this list is for you.
1. Hien Minh Tea House – Hà Nội
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Website: http://hienminhtea.com/
Address: No. 13 P. Ngô Tất Tố, Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám, Đống Đa, Hà Nội
Phone: +84942670513
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
As a traditional tea house in Hà Nội, Hien Minh starts with processing high-quality tea leaves from Vietnamese ancient tea trees that have been carefully nurtured for years.
Buddhism plays a huge role in the tea house’s roots, and since the lotus flower is a powerful symbol in the religion, it’s the reason why lotus green tea is the signature offering here.
They’re particularly popular for their traditional tea ceremonies, making the tea experience more immersive for patrons.
Aside from the lotus tea, they also offer other options such as white tea, oolong tea, premium Snow Shan green tea, and more.
They also invite customers to join the Lotus Green Tea Workshop at the tea house, available in June or July, when the lotus flowers are in season.
Pro tip:
Hien Minh Tea House is very particular about the brewing method. To enjoy the best-tasting tea, water is best at 70°C, and you should steep the tea for at least two minutes.
2. Reaching Out Teahouse – Hội An
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Website: https://reachingoutvietnam.com/
Address: 131 Trần Phú, Old Town, Hội An, Quảng Nam
Phone: +84905216553
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
If you want a quiet and mindful tea experience, Reaching Out Teahouse is the place where you’ll enjoy the beauty of silence with delicious coffee, tea, or juice.
What makes this tea house special is that it supports individuals with hearing and speech impairments by employing them as staff members. Ordering is done silently with wooden blocks and paper menus.
Customers write notes for specific requests or use the labeled blocks with phrases like “hot water,” “ice,” or “bill.” Going here means you’re supporting more than the tea.
For their tea offerings, they have various options from oolong and jasmine to herbal tea. Every product here is organic, locally sourced, and handmade — served on ceramicware handcrafted by the staff.
Pro tip:
If it’s your first time visiting the teahouse, try ordering the Vietnamese Tea Tasting Set. You can choose three varieties from their tea menu, and they’ll be served to you in individual teapots with cookies that pair well with the tea flavors.
3. The Lost Cottage Tea House – Hồ Chí Minh
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Address: 214/ B9 Nguyễn Trãi, Phường Nguyễn Cư Trinh, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh
Phone: +84938639028
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Inside the Lost Cottage Tea House is the very representation of what fairy tale cottagecore looks like. It’s cozy and whimsical, intentionally designed with gothic fantasy-inspired elements.
For their crafted tea blends, you’ll find floral fusions, fruit-infused, and classic options that go so well with their handmade jams and cake flavors.
You can even pull out a book from their bookshelves and read it as you sip on your tea in between.
If you’re into divination and energy manifestation, they offer manifestation gems and sometimes free tarot readings.
Pro tip:
If you order their cake and tea combo, you get a tarot session with unlimited questions for 30 minutes.
4. Chakokoro Matcha Specialty And Tea House – Nha Trang
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Website: https://chakokoroteahouse.com/
Address: Đường Trần Bình Trọng/24A ward, st, Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa
Phone: +84867898265
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
Along the beachfront hubs in Nha Trang, Chakokoro is the place that matcha lovers seek because of their authentic and high-quality ceremonial-grade matcha.
Chakokoro sources their matcha from different cities in Japan, such as Kyoto and Fukuoka, offering many varieties of matcha such as Samidori, Okumidori, Asahi, and more.
Customers can pretty much customize their own matcha drink: thick-style (koicha), thin-style (usucha), latte-style, on ice, and more — it really depends on how rich and deep you want the matcha taste to be.
Pair it with the warabi mochi, which complements the earthy notes of matcha well.
In addition to matcha, Chakokoro also offers other Japanese teas like organic hojicha.
Pro tip:
Since Chakokoro uses pure matcha, the taste can be overwhelmingly bitter for some people. For first-timers, Chakokoro recommends blending it with milk or water to tone down the bitter and earthy taste.
5. Phuc Long Coffee & Tea – Hồ Chí Minh
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Website: http://phuclong.com.vn/
Address: 42A Phạm Hồng Thái, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh
Phone: +842871001968
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 7:00 am – 10:30 pm
Phuc Long is a popular chain in Vietnam with over 180 outlets around the city. However, they are most popular in Hồ Chí Minh because of their high-quality tea and coffee.
The place offers several tea selections, including green, jasmine, blooming, and more, alongside coffee blends and seasonal treats like mooncakes. Plus, they blend authentic ingredients with modern flavors to make enjoyable drinks.
Their tea blends can be enjoyed hot or over ice. The iced version often comes with sinkers like coconut jelly and real fruit toppings, while the hot teas are often blended with milk and topped with froth.
Plus, Vietnamese classics like lotus tea are available to take home in packaged leaf tins.
Pro tip:
Ask for the “Dragon Pearl Tea.” It’s a hidden menu item and one of the teas that regulars recommend.
6. The Windsor Tea House – Hồ Chí Minh
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Address: 44 Trúc Đường, Thảo Điền, Thủ Đức, Hồ Chí Minh
Phone: +84795013781
Operating hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
If you want an authentic British tea experience, The Windsor Tea House is the place to go. Inside, you’ll be greeted by a Victorian English tea room surrounded by floral wallpapers, teacup displays, and even a classic British red phone box.
Despite being inspired by British traditions, Vietnamese hospitality and flavors are not forgotten.
They have a selection of over 50 organic, loose-leaf teas, often served as a set with homemade pastries. The best pastry to pair with your tea is the bestselling British scones that come with fresh clotted cream and jam.
For celebrations, you can book their tea room as a private venue.
Pro tip:
On weekends and special occasions, Windsor serves a traditional High Tea experience, offering sets for two or three people with champagne-tea variations.
7. Trà Thang – Hà Nội
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Address: 09 P. Chân Cầm, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
Phone: +84856188399
Operating hours:
- Sunday to Friday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
- Saturday 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Trà Thang is the kind of place that you would accidentally stumble upon while roaming the streets of Chân Cầm in Hà Nội. It’s not that flashy, but the aroma of freshly brewed tea will definitely draw you in.
The selections here are classic Vietnamese blends, including jasmine and lotus green tea, as well as various options infused with herbal and floral flavors. These blends are usually unsweetened and noticeably fragrant.
Their herbal tea selection has five options, each with specific properties that can help ease ailments like indigestion, insomnia, stress, and more.
But if you want a little bit of a sugary kick, their iced teas are a hit with many flavors to choose from.
Pro tip:
They usually create seasonal tea flavors that are off the menu list, so check with the staff about it if you want to enjoy something different.
8. KOSALA – Hồ Chí Minh
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Address: 58/10 Phạm Ngọc Thạch, Phường 6, Quận 3, Hồ Chí Minh
Phone: +84988818289
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Everything in Kosala is made traditionally, from harvesting, drying, and brewing the perfect cup.
The tea menu here offers traditional Vietnamese flavors, including rare types, that are carefully selected by the owner himself, like the Dragon Bud White Tea (mountain-grown wild tea) and other tea leaves obtained from ancient tea trees.
The Dragon Bud White Tea, in particular, is a premium tea type in Vietnam. It comes from a rare tea tree that can only be found in remote mountains and forests.
It’s one of their bestsellers because it’s low in caffeine and has a different flowery aroma.
The owner works very hard to harvest these high-quality leaves in the mountain regions, even if it takes long hours of travel and rugged conditions. These leaves are then dried and preserved traditionally.
Pro tip:
Kosala recommends different brewing methods for each tea type. If you’re taking home packaged teas, one brewing tip is to not use tap or mineral water. Use purified or filtered water instead.
9. TEASPOON Coffee and Tearoom – Hồ Chí Minh
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Address: 37 Lý Tự Trọng, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh
Phone: +84903917372
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 10:30 am – 10:30 pm
Teaspoon is a beautifully designed tea shop with fairy tale-inspired decor. Customers love coming here because, aside from the tasty offerings, the place is quiet — perfect for reading, working, or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon.
Teaspoon’s tea menu is pretty diverse. You’ll find everything from classic black and green teas to fruit-infused and caffeine-free options.
Plus, you can get a refill at no extra charge.
You can also find a selection of cakes and desserts to pair with your drink, including flan, macarons, cookies, and more.
Before ordering, the staff will encourage you to smell the teas to help you choose your preferred one.
Pro tip:
We recommend trying multiple steeps. The flavor of the tea is even deeper on the second or third steep.