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Morning Slowdown: A Breakfast Escape at The Hanoi Social Club

#springitinerary #localfood #travel #hanoi In the heart of Hanoi’s buzzing streets and honking scooters, I found a quiet little pocket of calm: The Hanoi Social Club. Tucked inside a vintage French colonial building with peeling walls full of character, it felt like stepping into a hidden sanctuary—a place where time slows down, and breakfast becomes something to truly savor. I came in search of a good breakfast, and left with much more. The atmosphere was effortlessly bohemian—sunlight streaming through the leafy courtyard, mismatched furniture, indie music humming softly in the background. It felt like a creative soul’s daydream. Locals, travelers, and remote workers sipped slow coffees and tapped on laptops, all wrapped in a gentle hum of contentment.
Posted: May 26, 2025
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Hanoi | 6 Hoi Vu | Hoan Kiem, Hanoi 84, Vietnam
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