Where to eat avocado ice cream in Da Lat near the market?

Near Da Lat Market, the two places to start are Phung Ice Cream inside the market and Cham at 8 Hoa Binh. Both are convenient for visitors staying in the city center. Thanh Thao, Nari, and Phung on Nguyen Van Troi Street are alternatives if you don't mind walking a little farther. A traditional serving costs a few tens of thousands of Vietnamese dong, while specialty versions with additional toppings at Cham cost more.

Where is the best avocado ice cream in Da Lat?

Avocado ice cream is easy to find in central Da Lat. You'll see it at small market stalls, traditional dessert shops, dedicated avocado ice cream stores, and cafés. The more useful question isn't which shop receives the most recommendations. It's where you're staying, how far you want to walk, and what kind of avocado ice cream you'd prefer.

For first-time visitors, the simplest approach is to check the market stalls first, then Hoa Binh and Nguyen Van Troi Street. One properly chilled serving that suits your taste is enough to understand why this dessert is popular in Da Lat.

Avocado ice cream at Da Lat Market: where should you go?

Da Lat Market is in the city center, with access from Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street and the Hoa Binh area. Its food section sells avocado ice cream, so you can try it without taking a taxi to another neighborhood.

Two places worth looking for are Phung Ice Cream and Huyen Avocado Ice Cream & Sweet Soup.

Cham avocado ice cream: choose the Hoa Binh branch first

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Cham, Hoa Binh branch

The closest of Cham's three Da Lat locations to the market

Cham is one of Da Lat's best-known modern avocado ice cream brands, especially popular with visitors looking for a more elaborate version of the traditional dessert.

Cham has three main locations in Da Lat:

• 8 Hoa Binh: Near Da Lat Market.
• 27 Nguyen Trai: Near Da Lat Railway Station.
• Ground floor, GO! Da Lat: Near Lam Vien Square.

From Da Lat Market, the 8 Hoa Binh branch is the closest. It's the easiest place to enjoy avocado ice cream while taking a break from exploring the city center, and there's little reason to travel to Nguyen Trai Street just to visit another branch of the same brand.

Address

8 Hoa Binh, near Da Lat Market

Price

VND 55,000 (basic), VND 69,000 (special)

Opening hours

Around 7:30 AM-10:00 PM

How much does Cham avocado ice cream cost?

Cham's 2026 menu lists the following prices:

In-store prices and promotions may differ.

The basic version combines an avocado smoothie mixture with avocado ice cream and dried coconut. The special version includes additional ingredients such as milk foam, white tapioca pearls, and other toppings.

One of Cham's main differences from traditional avocado ice cream shops is its avocado-flavored ice cream made using fresh avocado. Many traditional shops instead serve blended avocado with a scoop of coconut or milk-based ice cream.

The basic version is the one to order first. The special version suits people who enjoy several textures in the same dessert, although the additional ingredients can make the original avocado flavor less noticeable.

Is Cham worth the higher price?

It can be, depending on what you want. You're paying for a different interpretation of avocado ice cream, a dedicated shop environment, and additional ingredients. Cham is worth it for anyone who enjoys a pronounced avocado flavor, wants to try avocado-based ice cream, and doesn't mind spending more than VND 50,000.

On the other hand, travelers who simply want the traditional Da Lat combination of blended avocado and coconut ice cream may be just as satisfied at a market stall or one of the shops on Nguyen Van Troi Street.

The Hoa Binh branch opens around 7:30 AM-10:00 PM. Hours may differ by branch or date, so check before arriving close to closing time.

Gau's Cafe: a convenient place to sit near the market

Avocado ice cream on Nguyen Van Troi Street: three famous shops

Nguyen Van Troi is one of Da Lat's most frequently mentioned streets for avocado ice cream. Three familiar names here are Thanh Thao, Nari, and Phung, close enough together that you can choose according to availability, seating, and the type of dessert you prefer.

You can walk toward Nguyen Van Troi from the central market area. Da Lat's streets include hills and sloping sections, so check the actual walking route before deciding whether it's suitable for young children, older travelers, or anyone who finds hills difficult.

How much does avocado ice cream cost in Da Lat in 2026?

Prices vary considerably between market stalls, traditional shops, and specialty avocado ice cream brands. The table below sets out prices shop by shop, with Cham's as listed on its menu.

For Nari and Gau's Cafe, the listed ranges may include items other than avocado ice cream.

Around VND 30,000-40,000 is a reasonable budget for a traditional serving. That's a suggested amount to carry, not a guarantee that every shop sells avocado ice cream within that range. At Cham, budget from VND 55,000 for the basic version.

What makes Da Lat avocado ice cream different from an avocado smoothie?

First-time visitors sometimes assume avocado ice cream is simply a scoop of frozen avocado-flavored ice cream, much like vanilla or chocolate. Traditional Da Lat avocado ice cream is more elaborate than that, with two main components.

At the bottom is a thick mixture of ripe avocado, blended or mashed with milk and sometimes a little ice, depending on the recipe. On top sits a scoop of cold ice cream, often coconut or milk-based ice cream.

Some shops also add coconut milk, dried coconut, jam, or durian. Take a little avocado and ice cream together on each spoonful: the avocado has a thick, smooth texture, while the ice cream adds a colder, sweeter contrast.

An avocado smoothie, by comparison, is blended with milk, sugar, and ice until it's thin enough to drink through a straw. Avocado ice cream has a separate frozen component, so you eat it with a spoon.

Traditional or modern avocado ice cream: which should you try?

To understand the dessert that has been popular in Da Lat for years, start with the traditional version. Phung, Thanh Thao, and Nari are familiar choices for that style. Modern versions, such as Cham's, offer avocado-flavored ice cream made with fresh avocado and different ingredient combinations.

Neither style is automatically better. Someone who enjoys coconut may prefer a traditional serving with coconut ice cream, while someone who wants a stronger avocado flavor in both the blended mixture and the ice cream may prefer Cham.

When choosing, pay attention to three things: whether the avocado tastes naturally ripe, whether the sweetness suits you, and whether the scoop of ice cream complements the avocado. Da Lat avocado ice cream became popular through a relatively simple combination of ingredients, not a long list of toppings.

What's the best time to eat avocado ice cream in Da Lat?

Avocado ice cream is a cold dessert, yet many visitors enjoy it in the evening, even when Da Lat's weather turns cool. The most convenient time depends on the shop you choose.

Morning: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

This is a practical time to look for avocado ice cream inside Da Lat Market. You can enter the market, find the food section, and order a serving without setting aside a separate evening for it.

Phung and Huyen usually sell during the day, so a daytime visit is more reliable. Before 9:00 AM the stalls may not be open yet, so check before heading over.

Afternoon: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM

The afternoon suits both Nguyen Van Troi Street and Hoa Binh. Choose a shop, sit down for dessert, and continue your sightseeing afterward. It also keeps your entire food itinerary from being crowded into the evening.

For families with children, stopping before everyone gets tired is easier than saving dessert for the end of a long day.

Evening: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

In the evening around the night market or Hoa Binh, Cham and the shops on Nguyen Van Troi are worth checking. Thanh Thao, Nari, and Phung on Nguyen Van Troi close around 10:00-10:30 PM, later than the daytime hours of the market stalls.

Well-known shops may be busy on weekends. There's little reason to queue for a very long time when several other avocado ice cream shops are available nearby.

After 10:00 PM, your choices become more limited. Gau's Cafe is open 24 hours, but late at night ask whether avocado ice cream is still available.

How to walk from Da Lat Market to the avocado ice cream shops

Da Lat Market, Hoa Binh, and the beginning of several central streets are relatively close together, so there's no need to book a taxi as soon as a shop appears on your map. Walking a short stretch is easier than finding a pick-up point in a busy part of the city.

Route 1: eat inside Da Lat Market

Already inside the market? Head to the food section and look for Phung at Stall 49 or Huyen Avocado Ice Cream & Sweet Soup. After eating, continue exploring the market.

This route works particularly well for first-time visitors, families, and travelers staying in central Da Lat.

Route 2: walk from the market to Cham in Hoa Binh

This route suits anyone who wants a seat in a dedicated shop away from the busy market food section: head toward Hoa Binh and look for No. 8.

The Hoa Binh branch is approximately three minutes on foot from the night market, although your actual walking time depends on your starting point and route. After finishing your dessert, you'll still be in central Da Lat, with no taxi needed.

Route 3: walk from the center to Nguyen Van Troi Street

To try Thanh Thao, Nari, or Phung, search for Nguyen Van Troi Street on your map and save the street numbers 74C, 76, and 97A. Pick one based on available seating, waiting time, and the type of dessert you want.

In the evening, watch for sloping streets, traffic, and road crossings. For older travelers or families with strollers, a short distance on a map can still involve a more tiring walk than expected.

Route 4: visit Cham on Nguyen Trai only when you're nearby

Cham at 27 Nguyen Trai makes sense when you're visiting Da Lat Railway Station or already have plans in that area. Starting from Da Lat Market, the 8 Hoa Binh branch is more convenient.

The same goes for Cham inside GO! Da Lat: worth a stop when you're already shopping there or spending time near Lam Vien Square.

How can foreign visitors order avocado ice cream in Da Lat?

When searching online, international visitors may see the dessert listed as Da Lat avocado ice cream, avocado ice cream, or by its Vietnamese name, kem bơ.

The English phrase can be misleading, though. Traditional Da Lat avocado ice cream is more than frozen ice cream made with avocado: it includes a thick blended avocado mixture underneath a scoop of ice cream.

A simple way to describe it is:

Da Lat-style avocado dessert is made with creamy mashed or blended avocado and a scoop of ice cream, often coconut ice cream.

At the shop, you can use a few straightforward English phrases.

Less sugar is only possible when the shop's preparation method allows it. Some avocado mixtures may already be prepared, and the scoop of ice cream has a fixed sweetness.

These are also useful names to save when navigating:

• Phung Avocado Ice Cream - Da Lat Market: Stall 49, mezzanine level, Zone B.
• Cham Cafe & Avocado Ice Cream: 8 Khu Hoa Binh.
• Thanh Thao Avocado Ice Cream: 76 Nguyen Van Troi Street.
• Nari Avocado Ice Cream: 74C Nguyen Van Troi Street.

When using Google Maps, keeping the original Vietnamese shop names can be more effective than searching only for "avocado ice cream near me."

Is Da Lat avocado ice cream worth traveling far for?

Usually not, especially if you're already at Da Lat Market.

Avocado ice cream isn't a dessert that only one shop knows how to make. The city center has enough options for travelers who prefer traditional versions and those who want modern toppings.

Traveling farther means spending additional time navigating streets, parking, and returning to your accommodation. Meanwhile, a serving of avocado ice cream can be finished in around 10-15 minutes, depending on the portion and how quickly you eat.

When is it worth going farther?

There are three situations where making an extra journey can be reasonable.

First, you want to try one specific famous shop. Perhaps you've heard about Thanh Thao and want to see whether its traditional avocado ice cream suits your taste. In that case, walking or traveling to Nguyen Van Troi has a clear purpose.

Second, you're already visiting another attraction nearby. Cham on Nguyen Trai fits an itinerary that includes Da Lat Railway Station, and the GO! branch is convenient when you're already at the shopping center.

Third, you want to compare different styles during your trip. You could try a traditional serving at the market one day, then visit Cham or Thanh Thao on another.

Crossing the city simply because an online ranking calls a particular shop the best is rarely worth it.

Should you visit several avocado ice cream shops in one evening?

Not unless you're specifically interested in comparing them.

Avocado ice cream contains rich avocado, milk, and frozen ice cream. Eating several servings consecutively can be filling, and the sweetness of one may affect how you experience the next.

To compare shops, share portions with your travel companions or visit on separate days. One traditional market serving and one from Cham already give you two fairly different interpretations of the dessert.

What to check before ordering avocado ice cream

A few small details can influence your experience more than a shop's reputation.

Ask what kind of ice cream comes with the avocado

Not every shop uses the same type of ice cream. Some serve coconut ice cream, others use milk-based ice cream, and Cham offers versions featuring ice cream made with fresh avocado.

Anyone who avoids coconut or dairy should ask about the specific ingredients, since the dessert's name won't tell you. Someone who enjoys coconut may prefer the traditional style.

Check whether the dessert includes durian

Durian is a common addition to certain avocado ice cream variations. It's appealing to people who enjoy the fruit's strong aroma, but it gets in the way of the avocado flavor, so ask for regular avocado ice cream without durian when you order.

Don't add too many toppings on your first visit

Dried coconut, tapioca pearls, milk foam, nuts, and extra scoops of ice cream can make the dessert more elaborate. On your first try of Da Lat avocado ice cream, though, the basic version makes the most sense. Other combinations can wait until you know whether you prefer the thick avocado mixture or the frozen ice cream.

Eat it soon after it's served

Blended avocado and ice cream have different textures. Left standing somewhere warm, the scoop gradually melts into the avocado, and the dessert loses the texture it had when freshly served.

It's best eaten soon after ordering. Ask how the shop packages takeaway, and don't leave it sitting in a vehicle for long.

Avocado ice cream isn't a suitable souvenir to carry around for several hours like packaged dried fruit or other shelf-stable foods.

Don't rely on an old price list

Many online articles about Da Lat avocado ice cream still show prices from several years ago, so the VND 15,000-20,000 servings on those lists may be out of date. The prices above are useful for estimating your budget, but the price displayed by the shop is the one that counts.

Which avocado ice cream shop suits your trip?

Solo travelers staying near Da Lat Market can choose Phung inside the market or Cham in Hoa Binh. Both are convenient to reach from the city center.

Couples who want to sit for a while may prefer Cham or Gau's Cafe, where a café-style setting makes it easy to linger after dessert.

Groups of friends interested in famous traditional avocado ice cream can head to Nguyen Van Troi and choose Nari, Thanh Thao, or Phung. A larger group should check that enough seating is available before everyone orders.

Families with young children should prioritize a nearby shop with seats and a manageable waiting time. Children who aren't familiar with avocado or don't eat much cold dessert can share a smaller portion with an adult, with ingredients checked beforehand if allergies are a concern.

For international visitors trying the dessert for the first time, Cham in Hoa Binh is convenient for those who prefer a specialty café with several menu choices. Phung inside Da Lat Market, however, is the better pick for a traditional local dessert in a market setting.

Travelers staying far from the city center can save avocado ice cream for a day when they're already visiting Da Lat Market, Hoa Binh, or Nguyen Van Troi Street. A special trip through busy traffic for one serving isn't worth it.

Final recommendation

At Da Lat Market, look for Phung Ice Cream at Stall 49, mezzanine level, Zone B first. Should it be closed, or you'd prefer a dedicated shop, walk to Cham at 8 Hoa Binh; save Nguyen Van Troi Street for when you specifically want to try another traditional avocado ice cream shop.