The Story

About This Place

On a residential stretch of Ngô Quang Huy, CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt has built one of the most consistent reputations in Thao Dien, holding a 4.9-star average across more than 1,300 Google reviews — a figure that puts it above nearly every cafe and dessert spot in the district. The anchor of the menu is kem bơ Đà Lạt, the creamy highland avocado ice cream that has earned a devoted following in Ho Chi Minh City. Đà Lạt avocados carry a distinctly richer, less watery character than lowland varieties, and a well-made kem bơ captures that in a dense, almost buttery scoop that reads nothing like generic ice cream. The cafe component means there is coffee to go alongside, making it a natural stop for an afternoon break rather than a dedicated dessert destination only.

The doors open at 7:30 in the morning and stay open until 10:30 at night, every day of the week — a schedule that accommodates the full range of Thao Dien traffic, from early walkers to the post-dinner crowd filtering out of the nearby restaurants on Xuân Thủy and Nguyễn Văn Hưởng. That accessibility, combined with a rating that suggests few off-days, is likely what drives the volume of reviews. In a neighborhood where imported brunch spots and specialty coffee bars set the tone, CHẠM occupies a quieter lane: a Vietnamese dessert house that does one thing exceptionally well and benefits from years of word-of-mouth among local families and expat residents alike.

kem bơ đà lạtavocado-based dessertscafe drinks alongside ice creamlong daily hours (7:30 am–10:30 pm)
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Reviews

4.9(1686)
Annie Tan
Annie Tan
1mo ago

Yummilious avocado ice cream! Love it that it’s not too sweet. The additional durian topping is a bonus treat.

Hang Tran
Hang Tran
4mo ago

The drink is really tasty. The price is good. The decoration of the cafe is beautiful. Many comfortable seats. The staff is friendly.

anh nguyen
anh nguyen
4mo ago

Were there at 1pm, so hot and no place inside They rent a small section from a big hall and share the space with another reception area which was so confusing for us The fan outside were not so helpful But the avocado ice cream is ok Medium price and not very cheap

Hieu Lam
Hieu Lam
4mo ago

Great little dessert spot in Thao Dien! The avocado dessert are fresh, creamy and not too sweet. Friendly and polite staff and a nice cozy atmosphrre. Definitely worth the visit!

Justin
Justin
5mo ago

We love avocado so we had to give this place a try! The adults got the avocado coffee which was rich and creamy while the kids got avocado smoothies which were so thick and creamy it tasted like a milkshake. Half of us had the toast and the other half the waffles which came with scoops of the avocado ice cream. The toast was nice and flakey but the waffles could have been a bit thicker. We all finished off with the classic ice cream which was avocado ice cream with roasted coconut flakes and milk cream. Simple and delicious. The actual cafe was very large and beautifully decorated. We sat outside and loved the built in shade and trees everywhere.

Visit Tips

Visiting CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền

  • Breakfast available: Opens by 7 AM — a viable breakfast stop in Thao Dien.

  • Reservations: Call +84 865 123 242 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: afternoon treat, dessert date, post-dinner stop, family outing.

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Food

KEM BÓ TƯƠI

KEM BÓ TƯƠI

Cham Dessert Platter

Cham Dessert Platter

Matcha Waffle with Ice Cream

Matcha Waffle with Ice Cream

Green Ice Cream with Nuts

Green Ice Cream with Nuts

Mango Coconut Dessert

Mango Coconut Dessert

Shrimp Cocktail and Waffle Platter

Shrimp Cocktail and Waffle Platter

Vibe

The image depicts the interior of a café named "CHAM" located in Thao Dien, Saigon. The space features a tiled counter with a display case holding bak

The image depicts the interior of a café named "CHAM" located in Thao Dien, Saigon. The space features a tiled counter with a display case holding bak

The image depicts the interior of CHAM café located in Thao Dien, Saigon. A woman with a blue shoulder bag is standing at the counter, facing the staf

The image depicts the interior of CHAM café located in Thao Dien, Saigon. A woman with a blue shoulder bag is standing at the counter, facing the staf

The image depicts the interior of a café or coffee shop in Thao Dien, Saigon. It features several patrons seated at round tables with green and brown

The image depicts the interior of a café or coffee shop in Thao Dien, Saigon. It features several patrons seated at round tables with green and brown

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CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền photo 2 in Thao Dien
The image is a menu for a venue in Thao Dien, Saigon, featuring sections like 'THUAN VI - TUI LANH', 'THUAN VI - VI CAC NGUYEN', 'CA THE PHA MAY', and

The image is a menu for a venue in Thao Dien, Saigon, featuring sections like 'THUAN VI - TUI LANH', 'THUAN VI - VI CAC NGUYEN', 'CA THE PHA MAY', and

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Where is CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền located?
CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền is located at 42 Ngô Quang Huy, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 70000, Vietnam. It is situated in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
What is CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền known for?
CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền is a ice cream shop in Ho Chi Minh City known for kem bơ đà lạt, avocado-based desserts, cafe drinks alongside ice cream, long daily hours (7:30 am–10:30 pm). It has a 4.9 rating based on 1686 reviews.
What are the opening hours of CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền?
CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền is typically open 7:30 AM–10:30 PM (Saturday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
Does CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền accept reservations?
Yes, you can contact CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền to make a reservation by calling +84 865 123 242. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.
How expensive is CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền?
CHẠM Cafe & Kem Bơ Đà Lạt - Thảo Điền is considered moderately priced for the Ho Chi Minh City area. It is a popular ice cream shop suitable for afternoon treat, dessert date, post-dinner stop.
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