
A few of my favorite things to eat in Hanoi

Rice noodles served in a clear beef broth with sliced beef and fresh herbs
Hanoi-style phở is usually clear and delicate, not heavily seasoned. Taste the broth first before adding lime, chili or sauces.
Rice noodles served in a clear beef broth with sliced beef and fresh herbs

Grilled pork served with rice noodles, fresh herbs and a sweet-sour dipping sauce
Add garlic and chili if you like stronger flavors.
Grilled pork served with rice noodles, fresh herbs and a sweet-sour dipping sauce

Sticky rice, often served with mung bean, corn, fried shallots, or different savory toppings.
Quite heavy and filling. In Vietnamese traditional belief, sticky rice is considered a “warming” food, so some people avoid it when they have open wounds or are recovering from an injury.
Sticky rice, often served with mung bean, corn, fried shallots, or different savory toppings.

Young green rice harvested before the grains fully mature, then flattened
A seasonal Hanoi specialty, strongly associated with autumn!!!
Young green rice harvested before the grains fully mature, then flattened
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Vegetarian street food stall
The place offer a lot more Vietnamese dishes in vegetarian option
Vegetarian street food stall

Crispy, freshly baked baguettes, generously filled with flavorful plant-based ingredients and homemade sauces.
Crispy, freshly baked baguettes, generously filled with flavorful plant-based ingredients and homemade sauces.

The menu changes daily.
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A quiet café in a French-era building.
What to try: Egg coffee or coconut coffee.
A quiet café in a French-era building.

A café with a nature-inspired atmosphere.
A café with a nature-inspired atmosphere.

Highest rooftop bar/restaurant in the Old Quarter. Offer great view for of the Old Quarter and the city (and may be the smog...)
Highest rooftop bar/restaurant in the Old Quarter. Offer great view for of the Old Quarter and the city (and may be the smog...)
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A casual, lively atmosphere and an opportunity to experience local drinking culture.
What to order: 🍺 Fresh bia hơi 🥬 Stir-fried morning glory (rau muống xào) 🧅 Crispy fried tofu with spring onions (đậu tẩm hành)
A casual, lively atmosphere and an opportunity to experience local drinking culture.

Fresh sugarcane juice, pressed to order.
Best for: A quick drink while walking around the Old Quarter; Try it with kumquat (quất) for a slightly more refreshing, citrusy taste.
Fresh sugarcane juice, pressed to order.
The drink combines strong Vietnamese coffee with a rich, creamy topping made from whipped egg yolk and other ingredients.
Cafe Giảng - The birthplace of egg coffee
The drink combines strong Vietnamese coffee with a rich, creamy topping made from whipped egg yolk and other ingredients.

Small deep-fried rice balls.
Eat them fresh and warm.
Small deep-fried rice balls.

Sweet desserts made with ingredients such as beans, jelly, coconut milk, fruit, sticky rice, and tapioca.
“Chè” doesn't mean one specific dessert. Ask what ingredients are inside before ordering — there are dozens of varieties.
Sweet desserts made with ingredients such as beans, jelly, coconut milk, fruit, sticky rice, and tapioca.

A bowl of mixed tropical fruits served with condensed milk, sometimes with yogurt, coconut milk or ice.
Mix everything together before eating.
A bowl of mixed tropical fruits served with condensed milk, sometimes with yogurt, coconut milk or ice.
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Kem Tràng Tiền - A famous Hanoi ice cream brand near Hoàn Kiếm Lake, known for its simple, nostalgic style.
Kem Tràng Tiền - A famous Hanoi ice cream brand near Hoàn Kiếm Lake, known for its simple, nostalgic style.

Crispy shrimp and sweet-potato fritters
Traditionally associated with Hồ Tây (West Lake)
Crispy shrimp and sweet-potato fritters

Silky rice porridge cooked until very smooth, usually topped with minced pork and crispy fried dough sticks
Best on a cool morning or evening.
Silky rice porridge cooked until very smooth, usually topped with minced pork and crispy fried dough sticks

A thin sheet of rice paper grilled until crispy, usually topped with egg, dried meat, scallions and chili sauce.
A thin sheet of rice paper grilled until crispy, usually topped with egg, dried meat, scallions and chili sauce.

Different types of freshwater and sea snails cooked with a variety of Vietnamese sauces and seasonings.
First time eating ốc? Start with ốc hương or ngao. They're relatively easy to eat and have a familiar seafood flavor.
Different types of freshwater and sea snails cooked with a variety of Vietnamese sauces and seasonings.

Hanoi during the Vietnam War: the dark side of its most famous monuments. Discover life under the planned economy, the fate(s) of the local people from both sides (the North and the South of Vietnam). Discover life under the planned economy, the fate(s) of the local people from both sides (the North and the South); and the story of the unification of Vietnam, a country once divided between the communist and anti-communist, on the brink of the Cold War. Our "stroll" will last about 3 hours, with a short taxi ride half way through. The aim of my walk is to make you discover specific areas of Hanoi (far away from the tourist's eyes) in the light of aspects of our city's rich history that are rarely touched upon by guidebooks, with in-depth information (history buffs welcome) but in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. A conversation, rather than a lecture! Places we will visit: - Cho Gioi area - Kham Thien B52 memorial - Hanoi Train Street Note: 20% of the profit will be donated to the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin and Blue Dragon Children's Foundation in Hanoi
Hanoi during the Vietnam War: the dark side of its most famous monuments. Discover life under the planned economy, the fate(s) of the local people from both sides (the North and the South of Vietnam). Discover life under the planned economy, the fate(s) of the local people from both sides (the North and the South); and the story of the unification of Vietnam, a country once divided between the communist and anti-communist, on the brink of the Cold War. Our "stroll" will last about 3 hours, with a short taxi ride half way through. The aim of my walk is to make you discover specific areas of Hanoi (far away from the tourist's eyes) in the light of aspects of our city's rich history that are rarely touched upon by guidebooks, with in-depth information (history buffs welcome) but in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. A conversation, rather than a lecture! Places we will visit: - Cho Gioi area - Kham Thien B52 memorial - Hanoi Train Street Note: 20% of the profit will be donated to the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin and Blue Dragon Children's Foundation in Hanoi

Step beyond Hanoi’s Old Quarter and discover the elegant French Quarter through architecture, history, and coffee. With a local guide, you’ll trace how French rule reshaped the city, connect colonial landmarks with Vietnam’s modern story, and notice details most visitors walk past. The experience begins with Vietnamese coffee or tea in a tucked-away French villa, followed by a relaxed walk through the area’s historic streets and notable buildings. It is designed as a conversation rather than a lecture, so questions and curious travelers are very welcome. Duration: approximately 2.5 hours. Includes a guided walking tour, one Vietnamese coffee or tea, and a local expert guide. Meeting point: 6 Au Trieu, beside St. Joseph’s Cathedral.
Step beyond Hanoi’s Old Quarter and discover the elegant French Quarter through architecture, history, and coffee. With a local guide, you’ll trace how French rule reshaped the city, connect colonial landmarks with Vietnam’s modern story, and notice details most visitors walk past. The experience begins with Vietnamese coffee or tea in a tucked-away French villa, followed by a relaxed walk through the area’s historic streets and notable buildings. It is designed as a conversation rather than a lecture, so questions and curious travelers are very welcome. Duration: approximately 2.5 hours. Includes a guided walking tour, one Vietnamese coffee or tea, and a local expert guide. Meeting point: 6 Au Trieu, beside St. Joseph’s Cathedral.

Taste Hanoi the way locals do on a guided walk through the Old Quarter’s food stalls, family-run shops, and hidden lanes. This is more than a tasting tour: your guide will introduce the everyday stories, habits, and neighborhoods behind the dishes, giving you a lively glimpse of real Hanoi life. Come hungry and ready to explore. The route combines well-loved local specialties with lesser-known stops that can be difficult to find on your own. The friendly small-group format suits solo travelers, couples, families, and anyone who wants an easy introduction to Vietnamese street food. Duration: approximately 2.5–3 hours. Meals and drinks, the guided walking route, and a local expert guide are included.
Taste Hanoi the way locals do on a guided walk through the Old Quarter’s food stalls, family-run shops, and hidden lanes. This is more than a tasting tour: your guide will introduce the everyday stories, habits, and neighborhoods behind the dishes, giving you a lively glimpse of real Hanoi life. Come hungry and ready to explore. The route combines well-loved local specialties with lesser-known stops that can be difficult to find on your own. The friendly small-group format suits solo travelers, couples, families, and anyone who wants an easy introduction to Vietnamese street food. Duration: approximately 2.5–3 hours. Meals and drinks, the guided walking route, and a local expert guide are included.

Playful, retro aesthetic to modern streetwear. It specializes in timeless basics, denim, linen, 80s knitwear, and customized reworked pieces that accommodate various sizes and larger frames. You can also find fun accessories like earrings, caps, and sunglasses.
Named after the nostalgic, classic peacock-patterned blankets (chăn con công).
Playful, retro aesthetic to modern streetwear. It specializes in timeless basics, denim, linen, 80s knitwear, and customized reworked pieces that accommodate various sizes and larger frames. You can also find fun accessories like earrings, caps, and sunglasses.
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