Yen Garden Bistro, at 51/19/8 Tue Tinh Street, Loc Tho Ward, in a charming alley, provides a serene and green retreat for individuals seeking a spot to relax, chat with friends, or simply unwind.
Upon passing through the archway, patrons are greeted by a scene featuring a thatched-roof hut, a wooden bridge spanning a fish pond, and an array of decorative pieces. The café boasts an area of approximately 700 square meters, with both indoor and outdoor seating options.
The café often undergoes seasonal and festival-themed transformations, ensuring that every visit feels fresh and engaging. For the Mid-Autumn Festival, it has adorned its premises with displays crafted from traditional Vietnamese materials, creating a rustic ambiance that has been ubiquitous throughout Vietnamese history. These decorations were put in place over a month prior to the festival, with plans to switch them out for Halloween-themed decor in October.
Stepping outside, visitors are immediately captivated by the sight of a strikingly vibrant, oversized red Qilin head, a legendary hooved chimerical creature, evoking memories of childhood Mid-Autumn celebrations.
The café's bar area is also home to a family of miniature Qilins and an assortment of traditional lanterns.
The reverence for traditional culture is evident in a corner dedicated to authentic wooden water puppet statues and an array of bamboo masks covering the walls. These intricate puppet characters represent the rich heritage of water puppetry in Vietnam.
These puppets often pique the curiosity of children who regularly ask their parents about their names and the stories behind the characters.
Traditional fishing tools are incorporated into the décor, contributing to an overall rural charm that is reminiscent of Vietnamese village life.
The lantern house, adorned with fish, dragon, and lotus decorations, serves as a popular backdrop for family photos. Parents often dress their children in traditional Vietnamese attire to capture beautiful moments during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Lanterns of various shapes and sizes are placed throughout the café, casting a warm and inviting glow.
