Old Compass Cafe

Top choice in Ho Chi Minh City


This cafe/cultural centre is a gem. It's tricky to find: off busy Ð Pasteur, along an alley and then up steep stairs in a somewhat rundown apartment building. But persevere and you'll enter a gorgeous all-day cafe that often segues into a live-music and performance space at night. Relax over coffee, wine or craft beer or opt for a fine-value lunch deal.

There are ample books to browse while you're lounging on a sofa, plus well-chosen tunes on the stereo and a character or two is always around. Check Facebook for listings of events.


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