3 Unique Coffee Drinks to Try in Da Nang: Avocado Espresso, Dirty Coffee & Deconstructed Coconut Iced Coffee
Da Nang boasts an impressive density of coffee shops, surpassing many other Vietnamese cities. One street in particular—Nguyen Thai Hoc between Yen Bai and Duong Tran Phu—features five cafes side by side. Coffee enthusiasts will find paradise here, with innovative twists beyond classic black coffee, Americano, or traditional Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk.
Discover three standout, unconventional coffee drinks I experienced in Da Nang:
1. Avocado Espresso
I discovered this at Conkopi Specialty Coffee and Roastery, a spot offering coffee lessons. Avocado coffee, though novel to me, is popular in Vietnam and Indonesia. As a coffee purist who prefers it black and unsweetened, I was skeptical—but at just VND 75,000 (~US$3.23), curiosity prevailed.
This iced blend features half an avocado, condensed milk, ice, topped with chocolate powder, and a double espresso shot on the side—like a nutritious smoothie. Surprisingly delicious: smooth, refreshing, not overly sweet, with avocado's health benefits (potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 & C, healthy fats) and a caffeine kick. Ideal for hot days, though not an everyday choice.
Conkopi excels in espresso-based drinks. This tiny riverside shop pairs perfectly with a waterfront stroll.
Conkopi Specialty Coffee and Roastery
- Address: 92 Bạch Đằng
- Opening Times: Monday–Saturday 8am–7pm, Sunday 8:30am–7pm
2. Dirty Coffee
Golem Coffee's signature "Dirty Coffee" (Cà Phê Bẩn) lives up to its messy name: espresso poured over sweet whipped cream, spilling over with cocoa powder. Instagram-worthy at VND 55,000 (~US$2.35), but too sweet for my taste. Sweet-tooth fans will love it.
The cafe's plant-filled courtyard off Tran Quoc Toan Street offers a serene escape with wooden furnishings and food options—perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
Golem Coffee
- Address: 27 Trần Quốc Toản
- Opening Times: Daily 7:30am–10pm
3. Deconstructed Coconut Iced Coffee
Hidden in an alley off Thai Phien Street, Brewman Coffee Concept's deconstructed version drew me in via Instagram. This hipster haven evokes Brooklyn or Berlin with minimalist Scandinavian design, high glass roof, and serious coffee gear (V60, Chemex, phins).
The star: coconut frappe (coconut cream, condensed milk, crushed ice) in a large glass, espresso in a side bottle for customizable strength. Among Vietnam's best coconut iced coffees—rivaled only by one in Phu Quoc.
Brewman Coffee Concept
- Address: k27a/21 Thái Phiên, Phước Ninh
- Opening Times: Daily 7am–10pm
For more on Vietnamese coffee culture, see Lonely Planet’s Guide to Vietnamese Coffee, with Hanoi recommendations.
