Top 12 cafes decorated for Tet in Hanoi for photography enthusiasts

1 Sam Rooftop Coffee

Address: Floor 8, 9, 72-74 Nguyen Van Tuyet (alley 298 old Tay Son), Dong Da, Hanoi

Opening hours: 7:30 – 23:00

Reference price: from 40,000 – 70,000 VND/dish

Referring to famous cafes decorated for Tet in Hanoi, perhaps Sam Rooftop Coffee is the name that many people mention. The restaurant impresses with its unique rooftop design and breathtaking panoramic views of the capital from above.

This year’s Tet season, Sam reminded him of the car trip that brought his children from everywhere to celebrate Tet with their families. The highlight at Sam this Tet season is the uniquely decorated classic car model, accented with a Chinese concept staircase or a bright red glass room. All create a space imprinted with the traditional Tet holiday, evoking the feeling of homesickness and just wanting to gather with relatives.

Coming to Sam, try sitting and sipping a cup of coffee on high ground and looking out at the city in the afternoon sunlight. Vietnamtravelio believes that you will clearly feel the harmony of spring and the bustle of Hanoi on the days when spring is about to return in every small alley.

Warm Tet decoration miniatures at Sam Rooftop Coffee. Photo: Sam Rooftop Coffee & Live Acoustic

Many young people came to the restaurant to check in with their Tet ao dai. Photo: Sam Rooftop Coffee & Live Acoustic

2 Waiting for a cafe

Address: Alley 31 Dong Nhan, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi

Opening hours: 08:30 – 23:00 daily

Reference price: 45,000 – 65,000 VND

If you love vintage and traditional style, Waiting for a cafe will be the ideal choice to check-in this Lunar New Year 2025. The shop is decorated with accessories and colors reminiscent of the old Hanoi Tet atmosphere such as yellow chrysanthemums, red couplets, and especially the space filled with colorful flowers right at the entrance.

In front of the entrance, waiting for a cafe filled with flowers. Photo: Waiting for a cafe

The interior space has a Tet atmosphere combined with classic European beauty. Photo: Waiting for a cafe

3 Waha Coffee (Ancient Coffee Shop)

Address: No. 49 Nguyen Van Giap, Cau Dien, Nam Tu Liem, Hanoi

Opening hours: 7:00 – 23:00 daily

Reference price: from 28,000 – 54,000 VND/dish

Note: The shop has a place to park motorbikes and cars or you can park in the basement of Hoang Thanh Pearl Apartment next door (the shop supports parking). The shop has a surcharge for cameras and filming crew.

Waha Coffee attracts a large number of customers to take photos and check-in for Tet thanks to its unique ancient style. The most popular space is the first floor courtyard, located behind the main door and in front of the ordering counter. The second floor also has some photo corners but is mainly for guests to rest and enjoy coffee. The corner of the yard behind the ordering counter recreates the space of Quang Phu Cau incense village, a check-in location loved by many young people.

The highlight of the shop is the combos for customers to take photos, of which the most popular combo includes a drink of choice and an outfit with a reference price of 99,000 VND, photo taking time of 45 minutes. The shop also offers a wide selection of costumes such as ao dai, camisole, Hanfu, hanbok, kimono, Mongolian costumes, and Thai costumes.

You can hire an additional photographer or makeup artist for a reference price of 320,000 VND, or hire both for 499,000 VND. When choosing any combo, guests can have their hair done and use free accessories such as paper umbrellas, rose branches, or artificial flowers. The shop has many employees who take on tasks such as ordering, mixing, costume consultation, hairdressing and makeup. However, during peak hours, there are many customers so you may have to wait a long time.

Waha Coffee attracts a number of customers to take photos and check-in for Tet thanks to its ancient style that is rarely found anywhere else. Photo: Waha Coffee

The shop has a team of makeup and hairdressers… who are always busy every Tet holiday. Photo: Quynh Mai

4 Houses of Mau

Address:

– Mau 1: No. 7 Nui Truc Lane, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.

– Mau 2: No. 22, alley 45/172, alley 200, Au Co, Tay Ho, Hanoi.

Opening hours: 7:30 – 22:30

Nha Cua Mau Restaurant has an open, airy space and is close to nature. Most of the shop’s decorations are made by the staff themselves, so they are quite simple but pretty and eye-catching.

In addition to serving tea, coffee, and cakes, the coffee shop also sells fresh flowers, ceramics, and scented candles. This will definitely be the ideal destination for those who want to find peace amid the busy and tiring end-of-year days.

Mau Mau’s House offers open, airy space and harmony with nature. The decorations in the shop are made by the staff themselves, although simple but beautiful and sophisticated. In addition to tea, coffee and cakes, the shop also sells fresh flowers, ceramics and scented candles. This is the perfect place for those who want to enjoy the peaceful Tet atmosphere amid the hustle and bustle of the end of the year.

Nha Cua Mau Restaurant offers an open, airy space and close to nature. Photo: Mau’s House

5 The Nammin House

Address: No. 200, Xa Dan 2 Lane, Dong Da, Hanoi

Opening hours: 7:00 – 23:00

With 3 floors and 2 spacious fronts, large capacity, The Nammin House is very suitable for class meetings, meeting friends and of course checking in for the Tet atmosphere at the restaurant. In addition, the restaurant also has an airy rooftop view to see the city.

The restaurant is open to serve customers throughout the Lunar New Year. Before coming, you should contact in advance or follow the fanpage to update the latest information from the shop.

Small Tet scene at The Nammin House. Photo: The Nammin House

6 Plus Coffee

Born in 2007 in Hanoi, Cong Ca Phe is not only a place to enjoy attractive drinks but also a space to experience Vietnamese culture and history through the characteristics of the subsidy period. Every Tet holiday, Cong Coffee is decorated with a strong Tet atmosphere, bringing a unique and new experience in Hanoi.

Tet stalls are typical of the subsidy period. Photo: Cong Coffee

7 Cafe .Hasu

Address: 12 Hang Chuoi, Hanoi

Opening hours: 8:00 – 22:00

Reference price: from 35,000 – 60,000 VND/dish

Cafe HASU stands out with its open design, creating an airy but no less luxurious feeling. The typical red-yellow tone of Tet combined with delicate lighting makes every shooting angle perfect.

In addition to a variety of drinks, HASU also provides ao dai rental services with many designs. You just need to come and dress up to take photos without having to prepare too much.

8 Diamante Tea & Coffee

Address: 05 Dang Dung, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

Opening hours: 7:00 – 22:00

Reference price: from 35,000 – 53,000 VND/dish

With two spacious floors, Diamante Tea & Coffee combines modern European style and traditional Vietnamese features. This year’s Tet decoration corner is invested in dark red tones and festive accessories.

Coming here, you will have “lemongrass” photos in a luxurious space. Don’t forget to try the shop’s signature egg cream cocoa.

Tet atmosphere at Diamante Tea & Coffee shop. Photo: Diamante Tea & Coffee

9 Coffee of Life

Address: 17 Alley 28 Nguyen Hong, Lang Ha, Dong Da, Hanoi

Opening hours: 8:00 – 22:00

Reference price: from 30,000 – 60,000 VND/dish

Caffè della Vita has a gentle style, suitable for those who love sophistication. The Tet decor corner is skillfully decorated with a large peach tree and brilliant lanterns. A gentle morning with a cup of coffee and a colorful Tet atmosphere will be the perfect start for a new day.

10 La Poste Cafe & Bistro

Address: 149 Phung Hung, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Opening hours: 8:00 – 22:30

Reference price: from 35,000 – 65,000 VND/dish

Located right on Phung Hung street, La Poste Cafe & Bistro stands out with its traditional Tet decor. Large peach trees, baskets of bright yellow kumquat flowers, and typical Tet accessories such as red couplets and banh chung are arranged everywhere, creating an extremely warm space.

After enjoying a hot cup of coffee, you can easily stroll to famous restaurants nearby. La Poste is a great combination of cuisine, Tet atmosphere and an ideal place to relax.

11 Ru.Mcafé

Address: 80 To Ngoc Van, Hanoi

Opening hours: 9:00 – 22:00

Reference price: from 30,000 – 60,000 VND/dish

Ru.M Cafe stands out with its gray-brown color tone combined with strings of bright red lanterns, creating a space that is both classic and modern. The large yard and impressive decoration make the restaurant a favorite place for young people every Tet.

This is the perfect place for you to chill with your friends, chat, and take beautiful photos to take home. Drinks like egg coffee and hot tea here are also worth trying.

Ru.M Cafe stands out with its gray-brown color tone combined with bright red Tet miniatures, both classic and modern. Photo: Ru.Mcafé

12 Cheka Cafe

Address: M04-L12, Duong Noi Urban Area, Ha Dong, Hanoi

Opening hours: 7:00 – 23:00

Reference price: from 30,000 – 55,000 VND/dish

Cheka Cafe always innovates its decor according to the holiday season. This Tet, the shop “dresses” in a bright red outfit with more than 20 uniquely decorated corners, from fresh peach branches to accessories such as paper fans and lanterns.

The shop provides photography costume rental services, including traditional ao dai and accessories at very reasonable prices. This is the ideal place for both men and women to comfortably live virtually without too much preparation.

With the Tet decorated cafes Vietnamtravelio just suggested, you have definitely chosen a favorite place for this Tet holiday. Don’t forget to prepare beautiful clothes and invite your friends to “check-in” right away!