Serving creamy cappuccinos and delicious lattes in calm and quiet surroundings, Habakuk might be the best spot in the city for withdrawing from Hanoi's chaos with a book and a drink. Though best known for its excellent coffee, Habakuk morphs into a bistro serving delicious lasagna in the evenings.

Hidden away in a narrow side street, Habakuk doesn’t stand out, so keep a lookout for the blue back-lit signs. During the day, it's a specialty coffee shop serving single-origin coffee and a small brunch menu. In the evening, it morphs into a modern bistro.

This modern coffee shop is in a small lane alley in the French Quarter. They serve every kind of coffee under the sun, including an in-house cold brew to pour over that pairs well with their mix of goodies, including cookies, pastries, and cakes, including a few vegan options. It is best to enjoy a coffee while sitting either inside or outside, taking in the local vibe and enjoying some of the best coffee in Hanoi.

An artisanal café brewing premium coffee by day and a low-key, mood-lit bistro by night, Habakuk serves a modern menu inspired by European cuisine with a distinct Italian influence. This Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant hidden in a French Quarter alleyway is best known for its rich, creamy desserts – the perfect post- meal treats that are worth a trip on their own. Credit: Luk Lak Vietnamese Restaurant

Officially listed by the Michelin Guide, yup, for a cafe bistro, you can expect big things from Habakuk Fine Coffee and Bistro. Doubling as a specialty coffee house and classic bistro set-up, this is one cafe not to miss if you love to photograph your food and drinks (guilty). They’re big fans of coffee art, often presenting cups with themes according to the seasons (the Halloween one is great).

Near Hanoi Opera House, you’ll find Habakuk Fine Coffee and Bistro, located in an apartment building on Phan Huy Chu Alley. This hidden gem offers a peaceful and elegant ambiance, with warm wooden and orange tones creating a cozy yet sophisticated vibe. During the day, Habakuk is the perfect spot for a cup of coffee while working or an afternoon tea with friends.

Like a sleek suit paired with bold sneakers, or a smooth jazz melody blended with fresh indie tunes—that’s how Habakuk defines itself. Habakuk is a bistro-style restaurant that embraces openness and effortless charm. It’s the perfect spot for a casual coffee date just as much as it is for a textbook romantic dinner by candlelight.

Nestled in a tiny alley, Habakuk may be hard to spot with its blue back-lit signs. During the day, it is a café with single-origin coffee and a few brunch dishes. At night, it transforms into a contemporary bistro with a brief but modern European-based dinner menu with Mediterranean touches.