Banan Patisserie operates inside the Vesta Lifestyle & Gifts flagship on Ngô Quang Huy, a setup that reflects the precision of its Japanese-inspired menu. The owner's childhood in Japan shapes recipe ratios and plating — desserts lean toward restraint over excess, which explains the loyal repeat clientele in a neighborhood saturated with cafes.
The crème flan has become a reference point in Thảo Điền: silky rather than gelatinous, barely sweet, with a buttery depth that signals quality dairy. The strawberry shortcake earns similar devotion — moist sponge, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream calibrated to support the fruit rather than bury it. Both items come in packaging clean enough that they double as reliable gifts, useful in a neighborhood that cycles through patisseries quickly.
The matcha program spans straightforward lattes to more composed formats: the Tirami-Matcha layers matcha cream in place of coffee for a lighter riff on tiramisu, while the Choud Matcha is a choux pastry filled with rich matcha cream. Prices run toward the higher end for the area — the matcha latte clocks in at 92,000 VND — and some reviewers have flagged the milk sourcing as a limiting factor on drinks. The cakes and puddings are the stronger value proposition.
Space inside is compact across six seating configurations, with an outdoor option. Weekends push capacity, so the room suits a slow afternoon pairing — the lavender tea with a shortcake, for instance — more than a group sitting. Staff responses are consistently noted as warm and attentive. The overall atmosphere tracks with its host store: considered, low-key, and Japanese without performing it.
🍵Matcha latte was 92,000 VND — tasty but a bit overpriced. They use Dalat Milk, so if they upgraded the milk, it would feel more worth it. 🍮Matcha pudding had a rich flavor (65,000 VND) 👍 🍫Chocolate (65,000 VND) was on the sweeter side, texture more like mousse than silky pudding. Overall, pretty average. There are probably better options out there.
The very best flan in Saigon! Not too sweet—light, buttery, and creamy, with quality ingredients you can really taste. The matcha drinks are also excellent. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Can’t wait to try more from their menu!
Just stopped by this adorable patisserie and I'm obsessed with their strawberry shortcake - it's a MUST TRY! 🤩 The cake is moist, the strawberries are fresh, and the whipped cream is just right. However, the drinks I had were pretty meh, nothing that stood out. One thing to note is that the space is super cozy, but it's also pretty tiny, so you might have to wait if it's busy. 👌 Worth a visit for the shortcake alone, though! 🍰 3/5 stars overall, would give the shortcake 5 stars 🤤"
Absolutely loved this bakery! If you're a matcha fan, this place is a hidden gem. Their matcha latte is good, perfectly balanced. The Tirami-Matcha is a creative twist on the classic tiramisu, with layers of creamy matcha goodness that melt in your mouth. I also tried the Choud Matcha and it was light, fluffy, and filled with rich matcha cream. You can really tell they care about quality and flavor here. Highly recommend!
First visit to the store. This time, I ordered a shortcake and lavender tea. The shop has six different seating options inside, as well as outdoor seating for dining in. The cake paired perfectly with the tea served in a stylish teapot. If you’re looking for Japanese-style cakes, it’s definitely worth a try👍Must be Japanese taste😊
Cake with Whipped Cream and Strawberries
Dessert Assortment
Strawberry and Blueberry Whipped Cream Cake
Edible Flower Ice Cream or Mousse
Green Tea Cheesecake
Matcha Sponge Cake or Pudding
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Strawberry Cake
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Green Tea Cakes
Matcha Smoothie
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