Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

By Khuong Nguyen   February 28, 2025 | 09:00 pm PT
Yen Café in Ho Chi Minh City spans 5,000 square meters of greenery, featuring a rooftop seating area where guests can enjoy a panoramic view of the garden.
Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

Located at 108 Tay Lan Street, Binh Tan District the café is surrounded by nearly 300 trees, primarily Taiwan almond trees, which provide multiple layers of shade. Just 20 kilometers from downtown Ho Chi Minh City. It has become a popular destination for visitors seeking a peaceful atmosphere.

The café's concept was inspired by the owner's travels, based on the idea of a backyard garden.

"I wanted to create a green space not just for my family, but for many others as well," the owner shared.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The 120-square-meter rooftop area can accommodate 20 to 30 guests at a time. Visitors can reach the rooftop via stairs on both sides.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The rooftop is made of wood and steel, complemented by surrounding greenery.

Ho Thi My Oanh, 19, visiting for the second time, said she enjoys the natural setting.

"My eyes feel rested when looking at all the greenery. Sitting on the rooftop like this makes me feel detached from the world," Oanh said.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The rooftop is a favorite spot for many visitors, offering a vantage point for capturing the garden below.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

Phung Duong Thien Phu, 20, from Binh Tan District, shared that he spends most of his time in air-conditioned environments staring at a laptop.

"I wanted to find a place away from the city to breathe fresh air," he said.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The café also features a treehouse, another favorite spot for guests. Built from wood and elevated 2 meters above the ground, the treehouse has seating inside and a small balcony.

Hong Van and Hoang An (pictured) chose outdoor seats to enjoy the view.

"This place feels like the treehouses we used to see in animated movies as kids," said Van.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The café offers nearly 20 types of drinks and light snacks, priced between VND45,000 to VND70,000 ($1.80 to $2.75) per item. Some drinks are designed based on the customer's mood, such as sadness, happiness, or tranquility.

According to the owner, the capsule shells used for the drinks are sourced from pharmacies, containing spices and flavorings, primarily sugar, allowing guests to customize their drinks.

"The drink menu is meant to bring a fresh experience for customers, like a healing moment," said the café's manager.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The café attracts visitors aged 16 to 40. "At first, I thought most customers would be young people. But after three years, we have welcomed many families, older guests, and even foreign visitors who come to relax on weekends," the owner said.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

On weekend evenings, the café hosts acoustic music performances.

Relax above the garden: HCMC café with rooftop seating

The café is open from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. It has a spacious and free parking area. Besides the rooftop seating, guests can also enjoy live music, campfires, and a reading corner.

 
 
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