Splendid Tree Hugger's combo of coffees, juices and Western-style snacks lures throngs of travellers and English-speaking Dong Hoi locals. There are also interesting organic and ecofriendly local products for sale, the information folders and wall maps are really worth investigating for onward travel, and excellent maps of Dong Hoi are at hand. Upstairs is a gallery/shop displaying arts and crafts from various minority peoples.
DMZ and Phong Nha tours to the surrounding region and its sights can also be booked through the cafe. Download the 'Tree Hugger Vietnam' app for reams of information about Dong Hoi, Phong Nha and transport between the two.