Since the french colonial era, tea drinking in Saigon has been deemed as a sophisticated artform enjoyed mainly by the higher classes of society. However, tea houses are much more diversified in Saigon now. You can enjoy many different styles suggested below.
GET CLOSE TO NATURE
If you enjoy the pleasures of sipping a cup of tea under the splendid gifts of Mother Nature, these places are specially designed for you. Magnificent gardens and beautiful flowers provide hours of invaluable companionship - the perfect setting for those who want to relax or get away from the bustling city.
Cat Khanh Tea House
1/12A Su Van Hanh (Extended) str., Dist. 10
372/2B Cach Mang Thang 8 str., Ward 10 D10
An Nam Tea House
52 Truong Dinh str., Dist.3
Moc Tea House
339/18 To Hien Thanh str., Ward 12, Dist. 10
MASTER THE ART OF DRINKING TEA
Largely inspired by the Japanese culture, these tea houses conform to the true traditions of tea drinking. From sitting postures, to the techniques of pouring and sipping tea, every step is a true art form in itself. And for those who are keen to learn what makes drinking tea so special, these places are definitely must visits.
Dinh Vu Di Tea House
68 Huynh Tinh Cua str., Dist.3
Tinh Tam Tea House
26 Nguyen Ngoc Loc str., Dist.10
Hoang Cung Tea House
48/11 Lam Son str., Tan Binh Dist.
Tam Dao Tea House
56 Pham Viet Chanh str., Ward 19, Binh Thanh Dist.
BE SERENADED BY SAIGON'S BEST
It has been the most popular activity since the days of French domination. Saigon citizens love to enjoy live music with the most popular stars in a tea house. You can enjoy romantic pop songs or even more fun rock flavors in these tea houses nowadays. Those recommended below are most popular ones in Saigon currently.
Jazz Sax N'art
28 Le Loi str., Dist.1
Montana Jazz Club
30 Dong Khoi str., Ben Nghe Ward, Dist.1
Khong Ten Tea House
147B Hai Ba Trung str., Dist.3
Van Nghe Tea House
14 Lam Son str., Ward 6, Binh Thanh Dist.