Do you know where the magic of Vietnamese phin coffee really comes from?

Unlike the rush of an espresso or the fuss of a cappuccino, Vietnamese phin coffee is a ritual. You wait. You wait for the water to settle just off the boil, for the grounds to bloom, for each dark, glossy drop to fall slowly into the glass and mingle with sweet condensed milk at the bottom. For Vietnamese people, those ten minutes aren't a wait at all. They're the whole point.

On a chilly autumn in England, is there anything more comforting than a proper cà phê sữa nóng (hot milk coffee) - bold, sweet, and rich enough to bring back memories of a familiar street corner, the morning street vendors, or simply breakfast with family back home? If you prefer something cooler, you can also try cà phê sữa đá (iced milk coffee). It's a drink which many locals in Bishop's Stortford have come to love.

This is your chance to discover a truly distinctive part of Vietnamese culture. A cup of phin coffee isn't just something to drink. It's something to experience, patience and craftsmanship in every bittersweet drop.

Come visit Little Saigon for an authentic cup of phin coffee, paired with beloved Vietnamese dishes from crispy bánh xèo to steaming hot phở and familiar street snacks.

❤️ Welcome to Little Saigon.