What makes Che Lien Da Nang so special that everyone visiting Da Nang must try it?

Che Sau Lien is not just a familiar sweet treat, but also a story of resilience and ingenuity of Da Nang people. Over 30 years ago, Ms. Lien – the founder of the brand – started with a small shop on Hoang Dieu Street, selling simple dishes like coconut jelly and flan to local neighbors. The shop back then was humble, with only a few plastic tables and chairs, but was always packed because of its genuine touch and refreshing sweet soups amidst the Central region's sunny noon.

In 2008, Ms. Lien relocated the shop to 175 Hai Phong (Thanh Khe District), which is now considered the brand's "original flagship location". From a sidewalk stall, Che Lien quickly became widely known thanks to its unique durian sweet soup recipe—a harmonious blend of fresh durian, lightly rich coconut milk, and the refreshing taste of Central Vietnamese sweet soups. Thanks to this, the dessert not only won over local foodies but also became a "sweet stopover" for tourists from everywhere.

More than three decades have passed, and Che Lien still preserves its original spirit: delicious, clean, affordable prices, while expanding to over 6 branches in Da Nang and major cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. What is precious is that its fame did not come from massive advertising, but from the natural affection and support of customers. From pupils and students to foreign tourists, everyone visiting Da Nang stops by to eat, take photos, and share on social media as part of the “Da Nang travel ritual”: visiting the beach, enjoying Mi Quang, and savoring a cool bowl of Che Sau Lien.

The attraction of Che Lien Da Nang lies in the sophistication of selecting ingredients and the preparation process, preserved over many years. Unlike durian sweet soups in other regions, the Da Nang version focuses on the balance between richness and lightness, offering a refreshing, non-greasy feeling that makes diners want to order another bowl.

Main ingredients:

• Fresh durian: Carefully selected from tree-ripened fruits in Central region countrysides, moderately pureed to retain its rich, creamy texture and signature aroma. This is the “soul” of the sweet soup, creating a natural sweetness without using artificial sugar.
• Coconut milk: Made from Da Nang Siamese coconuts, manually pressed to create a smooth, rich cream that is neither sickly sweet nor oily.
• Diverse toppings: Including sweet jackfruit, chewy hat dac seeds, tender jelly, fresh longan, soft tofu, toasted sliced almonds, and sometimes caramel flan. All are prepared fresh daily without preservatives.

Each portion of sweet soup is prepared right when ordered, ingredients are skillfully layered, and topped off with a layer of smooth coconut milk. This meticulous process helps Che Sau Lien maintain a rich yet light taste, making it unforgettable for anyone who tries it once.

What made Che Lien famous is the perfect combination of fresh Central durian, hand-pressed coconut milk from Da Nang Siamese coconuts, and daily homemade toppings. Rich yet non-greasy, mildly sweet, and refreshing—true to the standard of "Da Nang sweet soup".

Thai Durian Sweet Soup (Che Sau Lien)

Price: 25,000 – 40,000 VND (depending on toppings) Pureed or sliced fresh durian, poured over with smooth coconut milk, loaded with toppings: shredded jackfruit, hat dac seeds, coconut jelly, grass jelly, white boba. Rich, light, fragrant, addicting after one bite. This is the dish that makes tourists queue up and buy to bring home as gifts.

Coconut Jelly

Price: 12,000 – 25,000 VND Two jelly layers: clear top layer from coconut water, rich bottom layer from coconut milk. Cool, extremely refreshing, especially suitable after a seafood meal.

Almond Panna Cotta Sweet Soup (Chè Khúc Bạch)

Price: 25,000 – 35,000 VND Jelly cubes made from cheese + fresh milk, combined with fresh longan, roasted almonds, and rock sugar. Nutty, light taste, very suitable to eat cold or hot.

Other Traditional Sweet Soups

• Young coconut sweet soup, mung bean sweet soup, corn sweet soup, lotus seed sweet soup: 20,000 – 30,000 VND
• Durian tofu: 20,000 VND
• Caramel flan: 15,000 – 20,000 VND

All toppings and jellies are handmade without preservatives, daily selected ingredients so the taste is always fresh.

To enjoy authentic Che Sau Lien Da Nang with its original flavor, you should visit its official branches. The shops are open from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily, providing continuous service and always ensuring original quality.

• Che Lien - Hai Phong Branch: 175 Hai Phong, Xuan Ha, Thanh Khe, Da Nang
• Che Lien: 37 Le Thanh Nghi, Hoa Cuong Bac, Hai Chau, Da Nang 
• Che Lien Da Nang: 320 Dien Bien Phu, Chinh Gian, Thanh Khe, Da Nang 
• Che Lien: 16 2 Thang 9 St., Phuoc Ninh, Hai Chau, Da Nang 

Quick tip: The shops are usually crowded in the afternoon and evening, especially on weekends. If going in a group, you should arrive early and order a topping combo to save money while trying different flavors in one visit.

Perhaps the charm of Che Sau Lien Da Nang lies not only in the rich taste of durian or fragrant coconut milk, but also in the soul of the dessert makers who are meticulous, sincere, and preserve the craft with all their love. From a small roadside stall to a famous nationwide brand, Che Sau Lien still maintains the rustic, familiar essence of Central Vietnamese cuisine. Amidst the bustling pace of the coastal city, sitting with a cool bowl of sweet soup, smelling the faint aroma of durian and feeling the sweet, light taste on the tip of your tongue is a moment that lets visitors realize Da Nang is not only beautiful in scenery, but also beautiful in everyday flavors. And if given the chance to return, surely everyone would want to visit once more to taste again the sweet flavor that has become part of this city's memories.