Le Thanh Ton keeps the heat but loses the rush.
Why LETHANHTN, why now
Le Thanh Ton, District 1's 'Little Japan' strip, is experiencing renewed buzz in mid-2026 as new specialty coffee shops, Korean fried chicken spots, and cocktail bars have opened alongside its established Japanese dining row. It's one of the densest clusters of well-reviewed restaurants and bars on Google Maps in all of Saigon.
1. Eggyolk Coffee
- 220 Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Thành, Hồ Chí Minh
- 4.9 · 2189 reviews · Cafe
Eggyolk Coffee opens the course in daylight, when the street is still waking and the specialty coffee shops are at their brightest. It's a cafe built around one drink done carefully, and that focus sets the pace for the rest of the route. Starting here means you begin slow, with something warm, before the strip fills in.
Crew's note
The cushions sit low. Your knees remember how to fold slow.
What visitors say
The café is bright and charming, with a warm, colorful interior that feels cheerful, youthful, and easy on the eyes. The drinks are deliciou…
I love it! This is the first time I try the famous egg coffee in vietnam and I like it. I am a big fan of egg honestly, but the combination…
2. Lacham Lounge
- 14A Tôn Thất Đạm, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
- 5.0 · 384 reviews · Jazz Bar
Lacham Lounge closes the course after dark, when the cocktail bars along Le Thanh Ton start to hum. It's a jazz bar working with Vietnamese ingredients, so the evening finishes with something rooted in the city. Ending here keeps the route inside the same block, just later.
Crew's note
The moped's been here longer than your plans.
What visitors say
Great service! Everyone was so nice!!!! Really recommend the Mojito Fresh Lemon has a great aromatic aftertaste SO LOVELY Again! EVERYONE WA…
Cocktails are made with traditional Vietnamese recipes. A real point of difference to the others around the area. Recommend trying
The walk between
The two stops sit on the same stretch of Le Thanh Ton, so the walk between them is short, passing the Japanese storefronts and the newer cocktail bar facades that have layered into the strip. You'll cross the same block twice, once in daylight and once after the neon goes on.
- Start at Eggyolk in the morning when the indoor space is brightest and the takeout packaging works well if you'd rather walk.
- Finish at Lacham after dinner elsewhere on the strip, so the bartender can recommend something based on what you're in the mood for.
FAQ
- Does Lacham Lounge get crowded on weekends?
- The space is described as cozy, so it's wise to arrive early if you want a seat during peak hours. Weeknights tend to offer more room to settle in.
- Is the egg coffee at Eggyolk easy to take away?
- The takeout cups are designed to be held comfortably without getting wet, according to those who've ordered to go. The packaging holds up well even with the layered drink.
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