Kawaii Coffee - Vietnamese Coffee
86 Mott St, New York, NY 10013 · Opened December 2025
Kawaii Coffee - Vietnamese Coffee at a glance
About
- Signature coffee jelly toppings
- Vietnamese-style condensed milk brews
- House-baked fresh pastries
- Cozy, cute interior at 117 Christopher St
- Quick walk-up and comfy sit-down seating
Kawaii Café reimagines Vietnamese coffee culture with playful details and thoughtful technique. Expect classic strong brews and condensed-milk favorites finished with coffee jelly, alongside a rotating selection of fresh, delicate pastries served in a snug, charming space at 117 Christopher St. It’s a sweet, caffeine-forward escape in the heart of the city.
What to Order
Cà Phê Sữa Đá with Coffee Jelly
Classic strong Vietnamese iced coffee sweetened with condensed milk and crowned with springy coffee jelly for a textural surprise.
Matcha Pandan Custard Pastry
A delicate flaky pastry filled with fragrant pandan-matcha custard—light, aromatic, and perfectly balanced with a cup of coffee.
Honey Egg Tart
Silky, caramel-kissed egg custard nestled in a crisp shell—an addictive, nostalgic bite that pairs beautifully with hot brews.
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