The Nguyen Hue Coffee Apartment is 9 stories tall. Seen from the pedestrian street below, the building looks like a giant Rubik's cube with different colors on each balcony. It is well known as a hub for many coffee shops, restaurants, and fashion stores.

Join Vietjet as we explore the coffee shops inside the Nguyen Hue Apartment in the article below!

A view of Nguyen Hue Apartment from the pedestrian street.

1. History of Nguyen Hue Apartment

The Nguyen Hue Apartment is located at 42 Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. From here, visitors can easily reach other famous locations in the city like the Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market.

The apartment was built in the early 1960s for the families of high-ranking officials of the old regime. It was one of the tallest buildings on Nguyen Hue Street at the time and was considered a symbol of the street.

After the liberation of Ho Chi Minh City, the building was allocated to workers of the Ba Son shipyard, most of whom were poor.

In 2015, Nguyen Hue pedestrian street officially opened. Property prices in the Nguyen Hue Apartment and its surroundings skyrocketed, becoming some of the most expensive in Ho Chi Minh City.

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2. What to do at Nguyen Hue Apartment

It can be said that the coffee shops inside the apartment are a special feature of this old building. Spanning across 9 floors, there are numerous coffee shops offering unique spaces. Each shop has its own style, attracting visitors with stunning views, convenient locations, and delicious coffee.

Here are some famous coffee shops in the pedestrian street apartment that you can check out when visiting Nguyen Hue Apartment:

2.1. Thinker and Dreamer

• Address: 4th Floor  

• Opening hours: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM  

• Price: 50,000 - 100,000 VND  

Although the space at Thinker and Dreamer is small, it still provides a comfortable and pleasant experience for customers. The shop is meticulously designed with a minimalist style and lots of greenery. Guests can enjoy light snacks with their coffee while gazing at the bustling city, with a view straight towards the Bitexco building.

2.2. Orientea

• Address: 7th Floor  

• Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM  

• Price: Around 50,000 - 150,000 VND  

Chinese tea is one of the two types of tea served at Orientea.  

Orientea is perfect for those who enjoy Chinese and Japanese tea styles. The tea comes in wooden boxes with dozens of different flavors to choose from. Orientea serves a variety of Chinese herbal, floral, and leaf teas, available both hot and cold.

In addition, the shop's ambiance is truly special, offering a memorable experience.

2.3. Downtown Steakhouse

• Address: 3rd Floor  

• Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM daily  

• Price: 25,000 - 610,000 VND  

The restaurant stands out with its spacious area and modern design, blending European elements, making it perfect for groups. The menu focuses on European and American dishes, seasoned to suit local tastes. Customers can enjoy specialties like beefsteak, pan-seared salmon, pasta, and mussels in wine sauce.

2.4. Singaporean Frog Porridge Jurong

• Address: 6th Floor  

• Opening hours: 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM  

• Price: 55,000 - 95,000 VND  

The restaurant serves frog dishes with special, flavorful seasoning.  

If you're tired after a day of exploring the Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, Jurong Frog Porridge on the 6th floor is the perfect stop. Though small, the shop captivates customers with its delicious, flavorful frog porridge that’s packed with tender meat and a bit of spice. You can also enjoy other frog dishes like frog stewed with lemongrass, chili paste, or dried frog.

2.5. The Maker

• Address: 8th Floor  

• Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM  

In addition to coffee and dining spots, Nguyen Hue Apartment also features a variety of clothing shops that visitors can explore. One of them is The Maker shop, specializing in second-hand clothes and diverse outfit sets. Here, you’ll find a wide range of clothing, shoes, bags, designer items, handmade goods, and impressive artwork from famous brands. Each product at The Maker is carefully selected to ensure quality and meet the tastes of young customers, all at reasonable prices.

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