by Bảo Ngọc

Coffee shops have long been the "second company" of office workers in Việt Nam, since remote working has become popular.

Working at a coffee shop is increasingly common as today's young workers prefer to freelance, doing two jobs at once, taking on different projects, and sitting in cafés for inspiration.

If you're looking for a cool place to work during the sweltering summer, Việt Nam News can help you uncover the best options.

Tranquil Books & Coffee

Address: 5 Nguyễn Quang Bích Street, Hoàn Kiếm District, Hà Nội

In Hà Nội, you can't miss visiting Tranquil, a popular book café. It's easy to concentrate on reading, studying, or working here thanks to the quality books and peaceful ambience.

Tranquil's peaceful setting and plentiful personal space make it ideal for customers to work or read a book. Photo courtesy of the cafe

What is strange here is that even when the café is at its busiest, everyone seems to follow an inherent rule of whispering extremely softly.

The café's peaceful setting and plentiful personal space make it ideal for customers to get work done, read a book, or catch up with friends.

There are now three Tranquil cafés in Hà Nội, however the one on Nguyễn Quang Bích Street is the most well-known. It has two floors and can accommodate up to 50 customers at once.

Ciara Terrace Cafe

Address: 41 Trần Kim Xuyến, Cầu Giấy District, Hà Nội

Ciara Terrace Cafe, famous for its open and airy atmosphere, is situated at a major crossroads on Hà Nội's bustling Trần Kim Xuyến Street.

Ciara Terrace's soothing nude brown and deep blue tones have made it a favourite spot for students, freelancers, and anyone who wants to get work done, while also enjoying a tasty meal and a cup of tea.

Ciara Terrace has two main zones and is equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning and ample charging ports under every table. Photo courtesy of the cafe

The café features two distinct areas, each with access to free internet access, air conditioning and power outlets at every seat. The café also features an outdoor seating area where you and your pet can enjoy some fresh air while you work.

Okee Cafe

Address: 145 Nguyễn Trãi Street, District 1, HCM City

Okee Cafe, located in a historic apartment block on HCM City's Nguyễn Trãi Street, is a regular haunt for those working under pressure.

The shop's primary colour is white, and it has a balcony and lots of windows that let in a lot of natural light, so sitting here and taking in the view of the lovely city below is a pleasant experience. The peaceful atmosphere here makes it ideal for getting work done while taking in the sights.

In addition to a selection of tasty beverages, paper goods and printing services are also available at Okee Cafe. If you need to print some documents, you can do it without going far from the shop.

Each table in the café is equipped with its own power outlet, making it possible to work comfortably on a laptop from any seat.

On top of that, the internet at Okee is reliable, which means you can focus on your work without worrying about slow connections or other disruptions.

Sống Cà Phê

Address:

Branch 1: 37- 39 D5 Street, Ward 25, Bình Thạnh District, HCM City

Branch 2: 49 Lê Thị Riêng Street, Phạm Ngũ Lão Ward, District 1, HCM City

The primary colours in the Korean-style design of Sống Cà Phê in HCM City are beige and clean white, which gives the space a light and airy vibe.

Since this is a working concept café, there is plenty of area for guests to spread out, with seating options ranging from separate seating to shared tables.

Dividers are placed specifically on long tables to provide guests with the privacy and comfort they require for them to work or participate in meetings.

As an added convenience, the café places a foldable fabric basket under each table, where customers can put their belongings.

Since Sống Cà Phê is a working concept cafe, customers can choose between separate or shared sitting. Photo courtesy of the cafe

The shop's convenient placement of power outlets and stable internet service undoubtedly contributes to Sống Cà Phê's immense popularity.

In addition, the majority of the customers are adults (office employees or freelancers), so the café is quiet and well-suited to reading or working undisturbed. VNS