It’s the ultimate sweet tooth’s pick-me-up, it’s the Vietnamese iced coffee – a traditional, frosty beverage found throughout Vietnam. The refreshing drink is a combination of medium to dark roasted coffee grounds, and a generous lashing of condensed milk over ice – a heavenly mixture that’s surefire to perk you up.
Unfortunately for those that are lactose intolerant or following a cruelty-free lifestyle, a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee is not on the cards. But as fate would have it, there are a number of eateries that are opting to use the condensed coconut milk counterpart in their vegan Vietnamese iced coffees in Adelaide. Some would say they’re a winner in comparison to their dairy-forward cousin – take a look.
1. Sit Lo, Adelaide
Sit Lo is Bank Street’s hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese eatery – wee in size, but mega on the flavours. Aside from their banging vegan savouries, Sit Lo offer up a vegan Vietnamese iced coffee that’s made using silky smooth coconut milk. Their central location is dangerous to say the least if you’re en route to and from the Adelaide Railway Station.
Price: $8-$10
Where: 30 Bank St, Adelaide
2. Vietngon, Cowandilla
As seen in our guide to the best vegan banh mi in Adelaide, Vietngon serve up outrageously tasty Vietnamese cuisine – juicy vegan me*ts made from scratch and all. Along with their scrumptious eats, Vietngon concoct a super creamy, Vietnamese iced coffee using condensed coconut milk as the base. A lemongrass chick*n banh mi in one hand, and a vegan Vietnamese iced coffee in the other is a match made in Adelaide heaven.
Price: $5.50
Where: 182 Sir Donald Bradman Dr, Cowandilla
3. Mr Viet, Adelaide
Featured in our guide to the best vegan pho in Adelaide, Mr Viet knows a thing or two about mouthwatering treats. If you’re heading in for the full trifecta of a luncheon, Mr Viet will whip you up cooling Vietnamese iced coffee with a big ol’ hit of condensed coconut milk for all your slurping needs. It’s important to note that this particular iced coffee is only available at the James Place Mr Viet.
Price: $5
Where: 8/20 James Pl, Adelaide
4. Cafe Thu Ngan, Woodville Gardens
It’s no wonder Cafe Thu Ngan is another smash in our guide to the best vegan banh mi in Adelaide, being the sister store to long lost Vegetarian Delight of Southern Cross Arcade. Although the Woodville Gardens location differs, blessed be, the flavours are all the same. Along with the divine lunch and dinner goodies, Cafe Thu Ngan make a beaut vegan Vietnamese iced coffee with coconut milk and grass jelly at the forefront.
Price: $7
Where: Shop 5/22 Hanson Rd, Woodville Gardens
5. Mai Kitchen, Ferryden Park
Highlighted in our guide to the best vegan-friendly, casual dinner spots in Adelaide, Mai Kitchen works wonders. Their extensive menu has been a sensation with the vegans of Adelaide for years on end, but their drinks may be a different story. Mai Kitchen have got your back if you’re in need of a pick-me-up, with their condensed coconut milk, Vietnamese iced coffee in Adelaide.
Price: $6
Where: 1-5/34 Wright St, Ferryden Park
6. Banh Mi Cafe, Torrensville
As seen in our guide to the best cafes and restaurants in Mile End, Torrensville, and Thebarton, Banh Mi Cafe is always a massive yes. With vegans as much of a priority as the omnivorous, Banh Mi Cafe make sure all diners can relish their sublime Vietnamese fare. Their iced coffee is no exception, and in this rendition you’ll find the moreish condensed coconut milk front and centre.
Price: $7.50
Where: 2/184-188 Henley Beach Rd, Torrensville
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