CAFÉ GIANG

Egg Coffee at Café Giang – A Sip of Hanoi’s History

Step into the birthplace of Vietnam’s famous egg coffee at the original Café Giang — where tradition meets incredible taste. Invented in the 1940s by Mr. Nguyen Van Giang, this rich, frothy drink blends strong Robusta coffee with whipped egg yolk for a creamy, custard-like experience.

 

✅ WHY VISIT?

• Taste the original, classic egg coffee, served in a small cup inside a hot water bath to preserve warmth.  
• Experience the legendary and still family-run café where the drink was born.  
• Enjoy a cozy, vintage local ambiance with low stools and friendly service.  
• Try unique variations like egg cocoa, egg beer, or egg matcha for a twist.  

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🌟 FUN FACTS

• Invented in 1946 during a milk shortage by Mr. Giang from Metropole Hanoi Hotel.  
• The recipe remains a closely guarded family secret, unchanged for over 70 years.  
• A true icon of Hanoi’s coffee culture and travel bucket lists worldwide.   

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⏱️ BEST TIME TO VISIT

• Morning to late afternoon for a quieter experience.
• Avoid peak hours on weekends — it gets busy fast! (Hot coffee served in a hot-water bowl; iced version also popular.)