7 mesmerizing vintage cafes in Hue that nostalgia lovers must visit

Address: 14 Pham Hong Thai, Vinh Ninh, Hue, Hue City 
Opening hours: 6:30 - 22:00
Price range: 20,000 - 50,000 VND

Tan. started in 2017 with an original space at 14 Pham Hong Thai, later expanding with locations at 86 Dinh Tien Hoang and 25 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai. The cafe features a rustic industrial style combined with nostalgic touches from the subsidy era: old-style ceramic floor tiles, dark leather-upholstered chairs, raw walls, and refreshing green corners. The space is spacious yet intimate, giving the feeling of stepping into a corner of childhood memories. Be sure to try salt coffee – a signature Hue beverage brewed rich and balanced with a subtle sweet and salty taste.

Address: 81 Huyen Tran Cong Chua, Thuy Xuan, Hue, Hue City
Opening hours: 6:00 - 22:00
Price range: 25,000 - 60,000 VND

Tiem Ca Phe 81 (81 Coffee Shop) is a charming little space near Vong Canh Hill, often described as bringing a "Da Lat vibe" to Hue. The cafe leans heavily into a vintage style with rustic wooden walls, a spacious courtyard divided into several distinct zones, each with its own unique charm. Tables and chairs are comfortably arranged, making it cozy for long stays. A big plus of the cafe is its simple yet tasteful decor spots, perfect for photos and enjoying a true chill space.

Address: Dong Ba Market, 02 Tran Hung Dao, Phu Hoa, Hue, Hue City
Opening hours: 6:30 - 22:30
Price range: 25,000 - 55,000 VND

Located on the 2nd floor of Dong Ba Market (02 Tran Hung Dao), De-Po Coffee impresses with a nostalgic space inspired by the word "Depot" in French – meaning warehouse. The cafe recreates the beauty of an old warehouse with wooden furniture, iron frames, ceiling fans, and vintage items, creating a space that is both rustic and artistic. From the balcony, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Dong Ba Market and feel the vibrant pulse of Hue.

The menu highlights salt coffee – a crowd favorite, alongside mocktails, cocktails, and a quiet reading space at De Po's Reading. Open from 6:30–22:30, this is an ideal spot to enjoy coffee, relax, and experience a corner of Hue that is both ancient and full of life.

Address: 77 Phan Dinh Phung, Vinh Ninh, Hue, Hue City
Opening hours: 6:30 - 22:30
Price range: 20,000 - 50,000 VND

A cozy little cafe nestled quietly along the river, without overly fancy lighting or lavish decor. The space feels slightly weathered, and the climbing vines are not overly dense, but this very simplicity creates a rustic, welcoming charm. Stepping inside, you will find a small gravel-paved garden, a set of 1980s wooden tables and chairs, a black-and-white TV, and nostalgic photos hanging on the wall. The entrance peeks through a trellis of purple flowers, enough to bring a sense of tranquility to anyone, as if returning to a forgotten memory.

Address: 24 Van Cao, Xuan Phu, Hue City / 328 Phan Boi Chau, Truong An, Hue City
Opening hours: 6:30 - 22:30
Price range: 25,000 - 60,000 VND

Thanh Cafe is considered a symbol of nostalgia in Hue, with both branches featuring a classic Indochine style. The cafe captivates with subtle details like patterned floor tiles, vintage desk lamps, candle holders, and blue-and-white glazed flower vases, all blending together to create an authentically old-world space. Two signature drinks you shouldn't miss are salt coffee and Phan Dinh Phung cloth-filter coffee, each carrying the cafe's unique flavor.

The space at Thanh Cafe is meticulously cared for, from architecture to every decorative object. Two houses face each other, with a shaded courtyard under ancient trees in the middle, offering a breezy, relaxing ambiance for anyone seeking to enjoy coffee and quiet reflection in the heart of Hue.

Address: 164 Bui Thi Xuan, Phuong Duc, Hue, Hue City
Opening hours: 7:00 - 22:00
Price range: 20,000 - 50,000 VND

Cui Coffee offers a cool, open space that makes you feel relaxed right from your very first steps. The cafe is likened to a “miniature forest” in the heart of Hue, featuring lush green ferns, gurgling water from landscape features, and rustic wooden architecture. Notably, one side of the cafe overlooks the riverbank, revealing a fresh natural view where you can sip coffee while watching the gentle water float by in total tranquility.

Address: 9 Tran Nguyen Dan, Hue City
Opening hours: 7:00 - 22:00
Price range: 25,000 - 55,000 VND

Ants Cafe (Tiem Ca Phe Kien) features a dreamy Ghibli-inspired style, where every small corner evokes a cute and peaceful feel. The shop is decorated with many details, yet cleverly arranged so it never feels cluttered, creating a beautiful and poetic space instead. Virtually any corner can serve as a wonderful backdrop for memory photos. Furthermore, the cafe offers film cameras for guests to borrow, making the check-in experience here even more exciting and unique.

Vintage cafes in Hue are not just places to enjoy drinks, but also sanctuaries for memories that let you experience slow living in the heart of the ancient capital. Each cafe has its own unique charm, enough for you to find your own nostalgic spot. To get more Hue travel tips and join exciting tour packages, visit sovaba.travel – a specialized operator organizing Hue tours and sharing real travel experiences to make your trip more complete and memorable.