Distinctive Coffee
The slow phin style produces bold, rich cups rooted in Vietnamese Robusta and Arabica beans rather than standard espresso drinks.
Ca Phin - Vietnamese Speciality Coffee
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Ca Phin is a Vietnamese speciality coffee shop in Jumeirah Lake Towers, centred on bold phin-brewed coffee and Vietnamese-inspired drinks. Reviews particularly point to the egg coffee, salted coffee, coconut coffee and crunchy bánh mì, with a cosy setting for relaxed catch-ups or quiet work.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
138 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Crisp Bánh Mì
The chicken bánh mì stands out for tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables and bread that is crisp without turning dry.
Fresh Matcha
One reviewer says the matcha is prepared fresh in front of you instead of from a pre-mixed solution.
Cosy Setting
The calm interior, low-volume old-school playlist and welcoming service make it comfortable for studying or a slow coffee break.
Group-Friendly
Books, board games and tables suited to groups of four to six give the café more to do than simply grab a drink.
Outdoor Seating
Open-style seating near the entrance is available when the weather is pleasant, adding a fresh-air option in Jumeirah Lake Towers.
Tips for a Better Visit
Start Salted. If Vietnamese coffee is new to you, begin with the salted coffee; reviewers describe it as a balanced introduction to the style.
Try Egg Coffee. Order egg coffee if you want the most distinctive drink: reviewers highlight its creamy egg topping over strong coffee.
Book Workspace. Ask ahead if you need the separate private working area, as one review says it requires prior booking.
Plan Parking. Allow for paid street parking when driving to the café in Jumeirah Lake Towers.
Bring Friends. For a social visit, bring three to five friends: the books, board games and seating work well for groups of four to six.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Basement Lake Level - Cluster F - next to Asian Street by Thai and San Wan
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Coconut Coffee
A creamy, smooth choice that several reviewers compare favourably with coconut coffee they had in Vietnam.
Salted Coffee
The salted coffee is repeatedly described as creamy, balanced and distinctive, making it a useful introduction to Vietnamese coffee.
Egg Coffee
Egg Coffee combines coffee with a notably creamy egg topping and is one of the most frequently recommended signature drinks.
Viet Latte Basque Cheesecake
This cheesecake is described as rich, silky and caramelised on top, with a subtle espresso note.
Strawberry Matcha
A fruity matcha option where tart strawberry offsets the earthy drink without making it overly sweet.
The Passionate Brew
This cold brew combines coffee with passion fruit for a refreshing, slightly sour drink that is not overly sweet.
Common Concerns
Small Portions
One delivery customer said the cup arrived only three-fifths full, so portion size may disappoint in some orders.
Pricey Cups
A review describes the prices as high relative to the cup size, making this less suited to cheap everyday coffee runs.
Mixed Authenticity
One reviewer found the coffee unlike authentic Vietnamese coffee and compared its taste to brewed bark, despite the otherwise positive feedback.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
27 AED
The Passionate Brew
“Among the drinks, there are three varieties of cold brew, such as The Passionate Brew (27 AED), which combines cold brew with passion fruit”Google review · July 2026
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The Bottom Line
Ca Phin is a Vietnamese speciality coffee shop in Jumeirah Lake Towers for people who want something beyond a standard latte. The menu’s main attractions are egg coffee, salted coffee, coconut coffee and Vietnamese-style phin brews, with the coffee described as bold and rich. The drinks can be strong, so salted coffee is a sensible first order if Vietnamese coffee is new to you.
Food gives the visit more substance. The chicken bánh mì has tender shredded chicken, pickled carrot, daikon, cucumber and coriander in fresh bread with a crisp, non-dry crunch. The vegan bánh mì also receives repeated praise.
For dessert, the Viet Latte Basque Cheesecake and matcha cheesecake are notable choices, while the Phin buns and coconut flan offer lighter alternatives. The café has a calm, cosy feel, with low-volume music, books, board games, Wi-Fi and larger tables for working or studying. Seating can suit groups of four to six, and outdoor seating may be available near the entrance.
A private work area needs prior booking, and drivers should expect paid street parking. One review found the delivery portion only three-fifths full and called the coffee inauthentic, while another felt prices were high for the cup size, so value and consistency may depend on the order.
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