Best Specialty Coffee Shops in Da Nang: A Personal Selection

Among its neighbors, Vietnam stands out for its coffee culture with deep roots dating back to the colonial period – a French priest introduced the first coffee plant to the country in 1857.

Over the past decade, all major cities have seen the rise of a dynamic coffee scene. Vietnam is no longer a country limited to Robusta beans prepared in a few traditional ways like cà phê sữa đá, cà phê đen đá, or cà phê trứng. Producers, roasters, and coffee shop owners are all competing to bring something new to a young population always looking for new experiences.

It’s something we’re used to seeing in both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, but these changes are happening across all major cities—and Da Nang is no exception.

Many places in the city serve coffee, but for this article, we’ve chosen to focus on those where high-quality coffee is central to the concept.

💡Note: This article is a work in progress. We visit Da Nang regularly and will gradually expand this list with places we enjoy. Feel free to send us your suggestions!

More: 6 interesting facts about coffee in Vietnam you did not know

XLIII Specialty Coffee

If you’re just looking to enjoy a quick, cheap coffee without overthinking it, this place is NOT for you.

The experience at XLIII is entirely centered around a “farm-to-cup” concept, offering full traceability of bean origins, all roasted in-house.

Each coffee comes with an explanatory note detailing exactly what you’re drinking, including the estimated price paid to the producer. And if that’s not enough, we found the staff knowledgeable and eager to answer any questions.

Of course, this commitment comes at a price—the cheapest cup starts at over 110k VND, probably the highest we’ve ever paid for coffee in Vietnam.

While the higher price point was expected given the premium offering, we were disappointed not to see any Vietnamese beans featured on their menu. It’s true that Vietnam may have historically been known mainly for producing “quality robusta,” but things are evolving quickly, and I’d love to see how a quality-focused place like XLIII could highlight local beans.

To be noted : XLIII has two additional locations in Ho Chi Minh City and one Hoi An.

We like:

• High-quality coffee served by a knowledgeable team
• Farm-to-cup concept

O2o First Roast – Specialty Coffee

Some places revolve around the personality of their founder, and O2o is one of them. It’s clearly the passion project of a local barista named Nam.

Nam insists on serving only high-quality coffee, with a menu that rotates regularly. Depending on the day’s selection, you can expect Ethiopian, Kenyan, Costa Rican beans, as well as carefully chosen Vietnamese Robusta.

If you’re unsure what to choose, the enthusiastic founder is happy to guide you. And if you’re not a coffee purist—maybe you just crave a good cappuccino like Huong did—no worries. O2O’s menu also includes a range of classic drinks like Americano, Latte, Matcha Latte, and more.

We like:

• An owner with a contagious passion for coffee
• Great beans personally selected by the founder
• Price significantly cheaper than at XLIII Specialty Coffee

Roost roasters

This was truly a great discovery. Roost Roasters seems to have it all.

They produce—and yes, they apparently have their own farm—and roast their own coffee. The venue features a spacious, shaded backyard garden where you can relax while enjoying your drink.

More importantly, the prices remain very reasonable, especially considering the quality.

The menu itself has a distinctly local flavor, perfect for anyone looking for a true Vietnamese coffee experience. You’ll find classics like Cà Phê Muối (Salted Coffee), Cà Phê Phin (Drip Coffee), and a strong focus on Robusta beans.

If the local touch isn’t quite your thing, Roost Roasters also offers high-quality imported beans from Ethiopia and other countries, depending on what’s available.

We like:

• Fantastic outdoor space
• Great value for the price
• Good selection of local beans and drinks

Àla Cafe

Not all the great coffee shops are on the beach side of town. The city center also has solid spots, and Àla Cafe is definitely one of them.It’s located in a small alley filled with street food joints—some of which have even made it into the Michelin Guide.

The café spans two floors and is divided into different areas, including a small, cute balcony. That makes Àla Cafe a good choice if you want to get some work done, catch up with friends, or just spend time alone.

The coffee menu is extensive, with beans sorted by roast level (Light, Medium, Dark). Countries known for great coffee—like Ethiopia, Kenya, and Colombia—are well represented. But Vietnam also holds a strong place, with Arabica, Robusta and even more recently Liberica on offer.

Just know that Àla Cafe isn’t exactly a secret anymore. Even though it’s not in a touristy part of town, plenty of digital nomads and expats have already found it.

We like:

• Good option if you’re looking for a place in the city center
• Large selection of beans and knowledgeable staff
• Liberica coffee from Vietnam available

But what about more “traditional” coffee shops?

This article focuses on specialty coffee shops. We know Da Nang is also full of traditional coffee spots serving excellent drinks.

There are honestly too many to list (though we might still give it a shot ^^). What’s worth knowing is that Central Vietnam—and Da Nang in particular—is especially known for drinks like:

• Coconut coffee
• Cà phê muối (salt coffee)

Both are now found all over Vietnam, but that’s no reason not to enjoy them while you’re in Da Nang.

But what about coffee – brunch places?

The growing number of tourists and digital nomads in the city has led to the emergence of great brunch spots, some of which offer an excellent coffee selection alongside their food.

We tried a lot of them but chose to feature them in a separate article that’s more centered on food.