Crema's Take
“Palm Cafe is known for solid Vietnamese coffee and a distinctive atmosphere with attentive staff, but the indoor smoking situation is a real problem—multiple reviewers mention the cigarette smell being overwhelming and difficult to tolerate while eating or drinking. The shop also has a notably themed aesthetic that some find appealing and others find gimmicky, and they're cash-only, which is worth knowing before you go. It's a decent casual spot if the smoking doesn't bother you and you're specifically after Vietnamese coffee, but it's not polished enough to be a top destination.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. Slow-sit spot. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →It is a great place for Vietnamese coffee and food. The waitress was nice but they are not very talkative. The place also serves beer and not too crowded on the weekends at night. I went on a Friday almost 10 PM. Great place for guys to hang out and watch sports.
Little smokey inside, girls are great and attentive.
I guess people don't know how to read signs that say no smoking... the smell from cigarettes INSIDE is unbearable like I don't understand how anyone can sit in there, let alone order food or a single drink in that environment ( Isn't there a rule or a law prohibited indoor…
I was originally going to give them a 4 for sexy attire and politeness from the staff there. However, the biggest thing for me was when I went to pay. I was going to pay by credit card, but they said they are a cash business. Also they did not have sign on the outside…
Was rather surprised to see the female wait staff dressed up in bra & panties/lingerie ensembles! But that aspect is a minor note in the overall attractiveness of this place. The female wait staff were super friendly, attentive and professional while serving me and my friend.…
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