Bookworm Hanoi

Tucked away in the heart of Hanoi, this charming coffee bookshop has been a haven for book lovers, coffee enthusiasts, and travelers for over 22 years. As soon as you walk in, you’re greeted by the comforting aroma of fresh coffee, the quiet rustle of pages turning, and a peaceful atmosphere that feels like home. The selection of English books is surprisingly diverse – perfect for anyone on the road who still wants a good read. The coffee aromatic, made with clear attention to quality. There’s also a selection of tasty food, blending local flavors with Western-friendly options – and don’t leave without trying the Vietnamese chocolate. It’s smooth, flavorful, and absolutely delicious – a treat you’ll probably want to take home. What makes this place truly special, though, is Kim Anh, the owner. Warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable, she brings the soul to this space. Whether you’re looking for a book recommendation, travel advice, or just a good conversation, she’s always there with a smile and a genuine interest in connecting with people. Her energy and care make this more than just a shop. If you’re in Hanoi, this place is more than worth a visit. Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to read, a good coffee, or a new friend in the city, you’ll find it here. Highly recommended.

Gorgeous bookstore in the heart of Hanoi! I could spend all day here. The bottom floor has a load of books and a little shop and cafe attached and the top is mainly books. You’ll find a variety of genres but I would recommend finding a Vietnamese author to read from!

Decent selection of books, but prices are kinda outrageous. The owner is nice. But the workers didn’t even look up or greet people once. Not even an acknowledgement. Not a very good vibe or welcoming vibe to be honest. They also sell other souvenirs and Vietnam products. All in all really expensive for everything.

Amazing book shop in Hanoi, worth a visit if you are after a book while here or traveling through. Even if you don't want to buy you can sample the collection, have a read and get a coffee and cake (delicious), the owners were really nice. I also bought a t shirt and some postcards as they were good quality. Looking forward to my new book, "The Mountains Sing". Thank you.

Bookworm Hanoi – A Hidden Gem for Book Lovers! Such a charming little spot with an amazing collection of English books — especially the vintage finds, which are super cool and rare to come by! 🧡 The shop is cozy, full of character, and perfect for picking up unique postcards and gifts.

Bookworm Hanoi really surprises me. As a historian, I always look for rare books from Asia and Europe. In this bookstore, one can find a variety of English, French and Vietnamese books, including rare bookings that are a century old. The price of the books are reasonable as well. Highly recommend this place for book lovers.

Always love coming back here for the books and the stationary! The owner is so nice and always eager for a conversation. Found a random copy of Midnight’s children with the most tender writings on the sidelines.

This was such a cute bookstore and it had plenty of books written in English. There was a wide variety of books from biographies to fashion to self-help to best selling fiction books. The only downside is the person who checked me out seemed a bit standoffish. I know he spoke English because I heard him have an entire conversation with another customer in English.