{"id":6649,"date":"2021-05-07T10:36:22","date_gmt":"2021-05-07T02:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/?p=6649"},"modified":"2022-03-11T12:21:38","modified_gmt":"2022-03-11T04:21:38","slug":"lehas-home-cactus-garden-cafe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/lehas-home-cactus-garden-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"Leha’s Home Cactus Garden Cafe Is A Desert Bistro With Real Life Cacti & Palm Trees"},"content":{"rendered":"

Leha’s Home Cactus Garden Cafe & Food in Saigon’s District 7<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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When the Disney-animated movie <\/span>Aladdin<\/span><\/em> hit the silver screen, global audiences were enchanted by the protagonist’s foray into the vast desert. The movie made us want to travel to a faraway land, ride a camel along sun-soaked dunes, and spend a <\/span>night<\/span> on a magic carpet under a blanket of stars.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Exotic in every sense of the word,<\/span> Leha\u2019s Home Cactus Garden Cafe & Food<\/b> in District 7 offers sand-washed corners to chill at with actual cacti, or for ‘gram photos that’ll transport you into a whole new world.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Desert-themed cafe with a cactus garden in District 7<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Just a stone’s throw away from\u00a0<\/span>Korean Town\u00a0lies Leha’s Home Cactus Garden Cafe & Food in District 7.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Although District 7 has no lack of beautiful cafes, this garden bistro is in a league of its own. If you’re living in the eastern or western part of Saigon, we guarantee a 15 to 30-minute ride here is worth it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The moment you reach the gate of the venue, what jumps out at you is a deluge of luscious cacti and palm plants.<\/p>\n

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Home to a spacious venue with outdoor and indoor seating, the cafe is perfect for both small and large functions for any occasion.<\/p>\n

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The entire space is bathed in orange hues and warm tones, complemented by an assortment of plants that conjure up images of a West African desert. In the evening, the garden is illuminated by strings of bulb lights that will cast a warm glow on you and your companions as the sun sets.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Inside, the dining space is designed with Moroccan motifs, featuring arched doorways, ornate wood carvings, and colorful tile work. While the arches help broaden the space and give it a palatial look, the subtle yet characterful tiles create a soothing ambience.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rustic furniture, bohemian cushions, terracotta plant pots, and low tables also add a Mediterranean charm to the place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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A few steps away from the bakery’s display, stands a weathered mahogany piano. While waiting to be served, consider taking a seat to entertain yourself and your clique with a few classic tunes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Leha’s Home Cactus Garden Cafe offers buttery escargot, fried fish patties and cocktails<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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At this unique cafe, you\u2019ll find a dizzying array of international fares ranging from Japanese cuisines to Vietnamese classics.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nSnails stuffed with meat<\/em>
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Fans of Vietnamese food will be delighted to find familiar delicacies such as tender and flavorful <\/span>Fried Fish Patties with Rice Vermicelli (VND300,000, ~USD13.03)<\/b>, or the meaty and buttery <\/span>Snails Stuffed with Meat (VND125,000, ~USD5.43).<\/b><\/p>\n

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\nSashimi set<\/em>
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Fresh-tasting and aesthetically pleasing, the delicate and fatty<\/span> Sashimi Set (VND265,000, ~USD11.51) <\/b>will make your taste buds dance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nGrilled octopus seasoned with salt and paprika<\/em>
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For a crispy, succulent, and smoky dinner dish, try <\/span>Grilled Octopus with Salt and Paprika (VND135,000, ~USD5.86).<\/b><\/p>\n

To quench your thirst, you can order from the restaurant\u2019s curated selection of juice, tea, and cocktails.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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For<\/span> VND115,000( ~USD4.99)<\/b>, you can beat the summer heat with the refreshing and fizzy mojito.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sweet and milky with a flowery scent, the <\/span>Oolong Milk Tea (VND80,000, ~USD3.47)<\/b> is an inviting break from the scorching heat of Saigon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Nothing beats a refreshing cup of yogurt dolloped with fruits<\/strong> (VND65,000, ~USD2.81)<\/strong> after a meal during the summer months. Not only is this fusion tasty, but it’s also filled with healthy properties such as antioxidants, probiotics, and whey protein.<\/p>\n

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Spend summer in a desert bistro at the heart of Saigon<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Summer is around the corner, and many of us are itching to pack our bags and head to sun-and-fun beach destinations. Unfortunately, traveling and partying are off the table for now, as the regional COVID-19 situation is escalating. However, you can still play tourist when in town and create stunning snapshots that look straight out of a foreign land.<\/p>\n

Aside from its fair share of photogenic spots, the place also offers a myriad of food and drinks to satisfy your tummies. <\/span>Situated in District 7, this enchanting desert bistro will give Saigon residents pining for summer trips overseas a chance to visit a ‘whole new world’. <\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b><\/span>404 Le Van Luong, Tan Hung Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City<\/span>
\n<\/b>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>8AM-11PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone: <\/b><\/span>028 2250 8824<\/span><\/p>\n

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