Chè is Vietnamese sweet dessert soup—a broad category encompassing everything from bean-based puddings to fruit cocktails with coconut milk. San Diego has limited dedicated chè shops compared to larger Vietnamese hubs, but a few standout spots deliver the goods.
ort food including occasional dessert specials. Worth checking their menu for seasonal chè offerings.Pro tip: Bambu is essential—it's the only dedicated chè shop in San Diego. Most chè is made-to-order, so you can adjust sweetness. Try different varieties to find your favorite.
Thien Huong Top Pick
Their green bean sweet soup (mung bean) and Thai sweet soup (mixed fruit and jelly) are the standouts, made fresh with the right balance of sweetness
Thanh Tinh Chay Restaurant Best Value
The tea here is lighter and less cloying than at non-vegetarian spots, with a focus on natural swee
Bale French Sandwich Mira Mesa Hidden Gem
Their tea is a grab-and-go affair — not the most elaborate presentation, but satisfying