CA PHE, Vietnamese Coffee and Banh Mi

CA PHE, Vietnamese Coffee and Banh Mi is a neighborhood coffee shop at 3911 E 120th Ave in Thornton, Colorado. It brings Vietnamese coffee, banh mi, tea drinks, savory dishes, and desserts together in one inviting stop. With a 4.8-star rating from 266 reviews, CA PHE has become a well-liked choice for local residents looking for a relaxed café experience and a menu with plenty to explore.

Banh mi is a particular draw. Guests praise the crisp bread and generous, flavorful fillings in the house special and lemongrass beef banh mi. Other customer favorites mentioned in reviews include barbecue pork banh mi, with jalapeños or extra meat as options, along with pork buns. For a heartier meal, reviewers have enjoyed bun bo Hue, a Vietnamese noodle soup. The range makes CA PHE a good fit for someone stopping in for a sandwich, sharing a meal, or looking to try a few Vietnamese favorites.

The drink menu gives coffee and tea fans reasons to linger, too. Visitors mention the iced house coffee, Vietnamese-style coffee, and milk tea with boba; one reviewer especially appreciated the strong tea flavor and well-cooked boba. Preferences can vary, as one guest found the iced house coffee milder than expected, so those who like a particularly bold cup may want to keep that in mind. Reviews also point to sweet treats and rotating desserts, including ube egg tarts. That mix of drinks, savory food, and dessert makes the café appealing for a quick coffee break or a more leisurely visit.

Customers describe the space as decorated and the service as welcoming, with some noting that the café can be busy. It suits neighborhood regulars, friends meeting over tea, and anyone in Thornton seeking banh mi, Vietnamese coffee, or a sweet treat in one place. CA PHE is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, and is closed Tuesday. For a local café outing, start with a banh mi and a drink, then see which dessert is available that day.