Extraordinary (cafe/wine bar)

Extraordinary is a dual-concept café and natural wine bar on Nguyễn Cừ Street in the An Khánh ward, part of Thủ Đức City (formerly District 2), Ho Chi Minh City. The venue operates as a specialty coffee and matcha shop during the day. It transitions into a bar focused on natural wines and Japanese spirits in the evening.

The interior design has minimalist, Bauhaus-inspired aesthetics. It features clean lines and removes extraneous decorative elements. The space creates a focused atmosphere for its offerings. Seating is available at a large counter, fostering interaction. The daytime service centers on precisely prepared beverages. The café serves customizable matcha and houjicha lattes, offering choices of milk and sweetness levels.

As evening approaches, the lighting becomes dimmer, and the venue’s focus shifts. The bar serves a curated selection of natural wines. The menu also includes Japanese spirits, with a notable emphasis on sake. Classic cocktails like the whisky sour and Moscow mule are also available. The space adopts a speakeasy-like ambiance at night. The venue frequently hosts events, pop-ups, and collaborations with other local food businesses.

The Japanese owner oversees both the daytime and nighttime operations. This ensures a consistent level of detail and service throughout. The venue attracts a clientele that appreciates both specialty coffee and natural wine. It offers a quieter, more considered alternative to the area’s more boisterous establishments. The dual identity allows it to function as a calm workspace by day and an intimate bar by night.