Food Scene
Street food is a feature of Vietnamese people in general, and Hanoi in particular. It is really normal when you see the local easy to enjoy the foods when sitting on the sidewalk of the streets. If you once come to Hanoi, you should try this eating culture like a local one. A lot of amazing food you can find around the old quarter. But here is some suggestions food with the address:
Noodle or “Pho”: The typical dish of Vietnam, very popular. The ingredients include: broth, noodles made from rice, a few herbs, and meat (normally the chicken or beef). The famous heirloom Pho kiosks in Hanoi: Pho Thin at 12; Pho Bat Dan at 49 Bat Dan Street; Pho Ly Quoc Su at 10 Ly Quoc Su Street, or Pho Suong
Bát Đàn
Phố Bát ĐànStreet food is a feature of Vietnamese people in general, and Hanoi in particular. It is really normal when you see the local easy to enjoy the foods when sitting on the sidewalk of the streets. If you once come to Hanoi, you should try this eating culture like a local one. A lot of amazing food you can find around the old quarter. But here is some suggestions food with the address:
Noodle or “Pho”: The typical dish of Vietnam, very popular. The ingredients include: broth, noodles made from rice, a few herbs, and meat (normally the chicken or beef). The famous heirloom Pho kiosks in Hanoi: Pho Thin at 12; Pho Bat Dan at 49 Bat Dan Street; Pho Ly Quoc Su at 10 Ly Quoc Su Street, or Pho Suong
The Pho here was absolutely delicious until we saw the lady clearing and cleaning off the tables pick her nose and flick her bugger on the floor. We completely lost our appetite and left and hoped she had nothing to do with food prep, cleaning dishes or anything to do with the food we just consumed.
62 locals recommend
Phở Thìn Bờ Hồ
The Pho here was absolutely delicious until we saw the lady clearing and cleaning off the tables pick her nose and flick her bugger on the floor. We completely lost our appetite and left and hoped she had nothing to do with food prep, cleaning dishes or anything to do with the food we just consumed.
Found this place via a recommendation on TripAdvisor and it is awesome! Great value (large servings) and so authentic. The broth is so flavorsome!
16 locals recommend
Phở Thìn
61 Phố Đinh Tiên HoàngFound this place via a recommendation on TripAdvisor and it is awesome! Great value (large servings) and so authentic. The broth is so flavorsome!
“Best pho in Hanoi”
“If you go to 1 place in Hanoi for Pho Bo...”
I tried 3 places for Pho Bo (beef noodle soup) that I pre-researched before my trip. I'd say this place was my favourite. The other really good place was Pho Gia Truyen. Both places are clearly popular with lines waiting to get in. Both places served quay (Chinese doughnuts) and had delicious broth. But Pho Ly Quoc Su had more variety of beef options for your soup, so I'd have to give them my vote for best pho I had in Hanoi.
74 locals recommend
PHO 10 LY Quoc Su
10 Lý Quốc Sư “Best pho in Hanoi”
“If you go to 1 place in Hanoi for Pho Bo...”
I tried 3 places for Pho Bo (beef noodle soup) that I pre-researched before my trip. I'd say this place was my favourite. The other really good place was Pho Gia Truyen. Both places are clearly popular with lines waiting to get in. Both places served quay (Chinese doughnuts) and had delicious broth. But Pho Ly Quoc Su had more variety of beef options for your soup, so I'd have to give them my vote for best pho I had in Hanoi.
“Great Phở ”
Phở Sướng definitely is one of best phở in Hanoi (and may be in all Vietnam). I highly recommend you to add chili sauce, lemon juice and ask for some "quẩy" (a type of salty doughnut) for a tastier bowl of Phở.
Đinh Liệt
Phố Đinh Liệt“Great Phở ”
Phở Sướng definitely is one of best phở in Hanoi (and may be in all Vietnam). I highly recommend you to add chili sauce, lemon juice and ask for some "quẩy" (a type of salty doughnut) for a tastier bowl of Phở.
“Not the cleanest place but the tastiest”
This is a little establishment by a roadside. To be honest, I was rather reluctant to go in as it's quite messy and unhygienic environment. The endless local crowd eating there convinced me to give it a try.
It was definitely worth (the possible diarrhoea) as the beef noodle soup was the best during my trip to Hanoi. Very tasty and ultra tender slices of beef.
6 locals recommend
Phở Mạnh Cường
23 Hàng Muối“Not the cleanest place but the tastiest”
This is a little establishment by a roadside. To be honest, I was rather reluctant to go in as it's quite messy and unhygienic environment. The endless local crowd eating there convinced me to give it a try.
It was definitely worth (the possible diarrhoea) as the beef noodle soup was the best during my trip to Hanoi. Very tasty and ultra tender slices of beef.
“So simple and so good!”
Located on the 2nd floor of an unnoticed building in the old quarter of Hanoi, is this one-dish restaurant. You get a sizzling pan on a small fire. In the oan there are small bites of fish fillet, marinated in spicy (but not hot) marinade. You get a small bowl of cut dill and spring onions, a plate of rice noodles for every diner, and a dish with chili oil and a dish with peanuts.
All you do is throw the vegetables into the pan, with the fish, and at your convenience put the content over the noodles in a small bowl, season with chili oil or/and peanuts, and that's all. As simple as it is, it is soooo good! you can order Ha Noi bee
34 locals recommend
La Vong Grilled Fish
“So simple and so good!”
Located on the 2nd floor of an unnoticed building in the old quarter of Hanoi, is this one-dish restaurant. You get a sizzling pan on a small fire. In the oan there are small bites of fish fillet, marinated in spicy (but not hot) marinade. You get a small bowl of cut dill and spring onions, a plate of rice noodles for every diner, and a dish with chili oil and a dish with peanuts.
All you do is throw the vegetables into the pan, with the fish, and at your convenience put the content over the noodles in a small bowl, season with chili oil or/and peanuts, and that's all. As simple as it is, it is soooo good! you can order Ha Noi bee
“Sizzling fish and greens”
My husband is a chef and he rates this meal as one of his top 3 in Vietnam. There is only one thing on the menu and the restaurant is full so it must be good. We loved the experience of BBQing our food on a round cooker on the table. The twice cooked fish and vegetables tasted fantastic. The staff were friendly and very attentive- they would cook your whole meal in front of you at the table if you wished. The restaurant was full of Vietnamese families out for the night and we loved the atmosphere. The meal including a beer cost $8US per person -money very well spent!!!
61 locals recommend
Chả Cá Thăng Long
6B Đường Thành“Sizzling fish and greens”
My husband is a chef and he rates this meal as one of his top 3 in Vietnam. There is only one thing on the menu and the restaurant is full so it must be good. We loved the experience of BBQing our food on a round cooker on the table. The twice cooked fish and vegetables tasted fantastic. The staff were friendly and very attentive- they would cook your whole meal in front of you at the table if you wished. The restaurant was full of Vietnamese families out for the night and we loved the atmosphere. The meal including a beer cost $8US per person -money very well spent!!!
“One of the best choices for Vietnamese food (Cha ca) in Hanoi”
As you know, too many Vietnamese restaurants in Hanoi, if you want to enjoy one of local gourmet, Cha ca Lao Ngu is one of the best choices. This restaurant is famous for Cha ca dish (small fillets of flaky white fish marinaded in turmeric and galanga, fried and served with generous topping of onion and dill on a sizzling hot oil pan). You should try dish of fired fish stomach, which may be strange to foreigners.
Other dishes are good, too.
Chả Cá Lão Ngư
171 Thái Hà“One of the best choices for Vietnamese food (Cha ca) in Hanoi”
As you know, too many Vietnamese restaurants in Hanoi, if you want to enjoy one of local gourmet, Cha ca Lao Ngu is one of the best choices. This restaurant is famous for Cha ca dish (small fillets of flaky white fish marinaded in turmeric and galanga, fried and served with generous topping of onion and dill on a sizzling hot oil pan). You should try dish of fired fish stomach, which may be strange to foreigners.
Other dishes are good, too.
“Silky Smooth Goodness”
I was always taught that a good sign of a rice noodle wrap was a good silky smooth texture that wasn’t overly chewy and was soft on the tongue. I found that here. The best Banh Cuon I have had to date here in Vietnam (it’s been 5 days). Not a fancy place at all but that’s what makes it authentic.
For some reason Banh Cuon Ba Hanh is highly rated on this site, which baffles my mind. Having been there as well I can for say this place is much, much better.
48 locals recommend
Bánh Cuốn Gia Truyền Thanh Vân
“Silky Smooth Goodness”
I was always taught that a good sign of a rice noodle wrap was a good silky smooth texture that wasn’t overly chewy and was soft on the tongue. I found that here. The best Banh Cuon I have had to date here in Vietnam (it’s been 5 days). Not a fancy place at all but that’s what makes it authentic.
For some reason Banh Cuon Ba Hanh is highly rated on this site, which baffles my mind. Having been there as well I can for say this place is much, much better.
“Highlight of Hanoi”
Delicious food! This restaurant specializes In Northern Vietnamese specialties- making exotic foods accessible and delicious. Try the water buffalo spring rolls, banana flower salad, tofu fried in salted egg- everything we ate was great. We also tried the corn water - surprisingly refreshing. Warm atmosphere. Highly recommended.
Gia An Banh Cuon
25 Thái Phiên “Highlight of Hanoi”
Delicious food! This restaurant specializes In Northern Vietnamese specialties- making exotic foods accessible and delicious. Try the water buffalo spring rolls, banana flower salad, tofu fried in salted egg- everything we ate was great. We also tried the corn water - surprisingly refreshing. Warm atmosphere. Highly recommended.
“Beyond your expectation”
This Restauriant is not only good at the food but also the owner's. Rolled cake is amazing with the fish sause & Vietnamese's salad. The owner of this restaurant iimpress me a lot with her stories and attitude
27 locals recommend
Bánh Cuốn Bà Hoành
66 Tô Hiến Thành “Beyond your expectation”
This Restauriant is not only good at the food but also the owner's. Rolled cake is amazing with the fish sause & Vietnamese's salad. The owner of this restaurant iimpress me a lot with her stories and attitude
“Awesome breakfast banh cuon ”
I had a meeting with the CEO of medical implant distribution company this morning. Wanting a more authentic local experience, he brought us to this place for breakfast before heading to Sofitel Metropole Hotel for the meeting. It was the first banh cuon I have had. The rice sheet was delicate and smooth. The dipping sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering. The ground pork patties were also delicious. I really enjoyed the breakfast dish. Would highly recommend it. (I figure this had to be a pretty decent authentic local cuisine for him to bring us to this place. Hopefully will get to try another!
27 locals recommend
Bánh Cuốn Bà Hoành
66 Tô Hiến Thành“Awesome breakfast banh cuon ”
I had a meeting with the CEO of medical implant distribution company this morning. Wanting a more authentic local experience, he brought us to this place for breakfast before heading to Sofitel Metropole Hotel for the meeting. It was the first banh cuon I have had. The rice sheet was delicate and smooth. The dipping sauce was flavorful without being too overpowering. The ground pork patties were also delicious. I really enjoyed the breakfast dish. Would highly recommend it. (I figure this had to be a pretty decent authentic local cuisine for him to bring us to this place. Hopefully will get to try another!
Grilled Nem Chua No 10 Au Trieu street
The grilled Nem Chua restaurant at number 10 Au Trieu street is open from 14 pm until 0h am. It is called “restaurant”, but actually this restaurant is very simple with no table, it just have the strays of Nem Chua put on the small chair. But it seems not effect to the eagerness to enjoy the delicious of the food. Different from fried Nem Chua with a light yellow color, Grilled Nem Chua still keep the light pink color of meat and the inherent slightly sour taste of nem chua. Grilled Nem Chua is served with chilli sauce. It is just 4.500 VND per 1 grilled Nem Chua (1 USD = 20.000 VND), it is very hard for you to find a delicious but cheap food like thi
6 locals recommend
Quán Nem Chua Nướng
10 Ấu TriệuGrilled Nem Chua No 10 Au Trieu street
The grilled Nem Chua restaurant at number 10 Au Trieu street is open from 14 pm until 0h am. It is called “restaurant”, but actually this restaurant is very simple with no table, it just have the strays of Nem Chua put on the small chair. But it seems not effect to the eagerness to enjoy the delicious of the food. Different from fried Nem Chua with a light yellow color, Grilled Nem Chua still keep the light pink color of meat and the inherent slightly sour taste of nem chua. Grilled Nem Chua is served with chilli sauce. It is just 4.500 VND per 1 grilled Nem Chua (1 USD = 20.000 VND), it is very hard for you to find a delicious but cheap food like thi
Xúc xích sạch Homemade
38 Hàng BôngSimply delicious!
“it was very tasty”
Banh goi was on the list that i had to try in Vietnam and we did enjoy this Banh goi very much even it was very greasy. They also gave us herbs and dipping sauce to make banh goi have a better taste. Highly recommend this place.
Cửa hàng Vỏ Bánh Gối Hải Nguyệt
36 Phố Lương Định Của “it was very tasty”
Banh goi was on the list that i had to try in Vietnam and we did enjoy this Banh goi very much even it was very greasy. They also gave us herbs and dipping sauce to make banh goi have a better taste. Highly recommend this place.
“Super tasty”
I went to this place since it is recommended in Lonely Planet guide. I ordered spring rolls and banh ghoi and I really enjoyed it, I am so happy I ended up having dinner in this place! Totally recommendable!!!
Bánh gối bánh tôm bánh bột lọc
“Super tasty”
I went to this place since it is recommended in Lonely Planet guide. I ordered spring rolls and banh ghoi and I really enjoyed it, I am so happy I ended up having dinner in this place! Totally recommendable!!!
“Perfect street food experience”
Loved this place. Several bahn, spring rolls and other delicacies are on display out front. Point to what you want, and watch as they are tossed into a cauldron of boiling oil, to be brought to your table later. Everything was delicious, and it felt like eating with the locals.
Cửa Hàng Vỏ Bánh Gối Loan Thắng
29 Lương Văn Can “Perfect street food experience”
Loved this place. Several bahn, spring rolls and other delicacies are on display out front. Point to what you want, and watch as they are tossed into a cauldron of boiling oil, to be brought to your table later. Everything was delicious, and it felt like eating with the locals.
“Really great fried tofu noodles (Bun Dau) - Price and opening times below”
Executive summary
Pros - clear listed prices, tasty bun dau, proper local experience, friendly staff but they don't speak English, use google translate
Cons - low chairs and tables, there are three stalls down this alley...not entirely sure which one is the listed one here but I went to the first one on the left
Top tip -
1) Order Bun Dau, you have to choose between shrimp paste sauce or Fish sauce (darker is the shrimp paste and lighter yellow colour is the fish sauce). I went for shrimp paste sauce and diluted it with lime, vinegar and chilli.
Bún đậu Hương 55 Phất Lộc
55 Ngõ Phất Lộc“Really great fried tofu noodles (Bun Dau) - Price and opening times below”
Executive summary
Pros - clear listed prices, tasty bun dau, proper local experience, friendly staff but they don't speak English, use google translate
Cons - low chairs and tables, there are three stalls down this alley...not entirely sure which one is the listed one here but I went to the first one on the left
Top tip -
1) Order Bun Dau, you have to choose between shrimp paste sauce or Fish sauce (darker is the shrimp paste and lighter yellow colour is the fish sauce). I went for shrimp paste sauce and diluted it with lime, vinegar and chilli.
“Great local food for foodie travellers”
I was recommended by a colleague to visit this place. It is a short walk into a small and rather hidden lane on Hang Khay, near Pho 24. You can ask local for the entrance. This place serves local "bún đậu" (fried tofu noodle, with shrimp sauce, you can also add in other add-ons). 3 of us ordered the mix set & hot tea. The food was freshly prepared after being ordered and tasted really good. The serving was so generous that we had to try our best to finish our food. Price is VND 45k per person.
16 locals recommend
Bún đậu Việt
ngõ 31 Hàng Khay“Great local food for foodie travellers”
I was recommended by a colleague to visit this place. It is a short walk into a small and rather hidden lane on Hang Khay, near Pho 24. You can ask local for the entrance. This place serves local "bún đậu" (fried tofu noodle, with shrimp sauce, you can also add in other add-ons). 3 of us ordered the mix set & hot tea. The food was freshly prepared after being ordered and tasted really good. The serving was so generous that we had to try our best to finish our food. Price is VND 45k per person.
“Nice tofu noodle with special sauce, unclean area”
It's the place where you can try tofu noodle, a very traditional food of Ha Noi. Noodle (Bun) is served with meat, pig organ, fried tofu and many kinds of vegetable.
Bún đậu yến
1b Ngõ Trạm“Nice tofu noodle with special sauce, unclean area”
It's the place where you can try tofu noodle, a very traditional food of Ha Noi. Noodle (Bun) is served with meat, pig organ, fried tofu and many kinds of vegetable.
“Best banh Mi in Hanoi”
After traveling through Vietnam , one can become addicted to Banh MI's . This is reputed to be the best place to eat them in Hanoi and it definitely did not disappoint. Buy your sandwich in a little hole in the wall shop and then find a place to sit down and enjoy it with a cold beer. I think you would struggle to find a better meal for around 1 US dollar
31 locals recommend
Bánh Mì 25
25 Hàng Cá“Best banh Mi in Hanoi”
After traveling through Vietnam , one can become addicted to Banh MI's . This is reputed to be the best place to eat them in Hanoi and it definitely did not disappoint. Buy your sandwich in a little hole in the wall shop and then find a place to sit down and enjoy it with a cold beer. I think you would struggle to find a better meal for around 1 US dollar
“A great little place that made great Vietnamese sandwiches.”
We'd seen crowds gather at this tiny street corner sandwich shop, and vowed to discover for ourselves what the commotion was all about. On the day we stopped by, a little old granny was in line, calling out her order. We asked if she liked eating here. She gave us a smile and nodded. That was good enough for us. We were not disappointed. The bread was crunchy, and the filling juicy and flavorful. It was as a banh mi should be ... simple and delicious.
8 locals recommend
Bánh mì Phố
64 Hàng Bông“A great little place that made great Vietnamese sandwiches.”
We'd seen crowds gather at this tiny street corner sandwich shop, and vowed to discover for ourselves what the commotion was all about. On the day we stopped by, a little old granny was in line, calling out her order. We asked if she liked eating here. She gave us a smile and nodded. That was good enough for us. We were not disappointed. The bread was crunchy, and the filling juicy and flavorful. It was as a banh mi should be ... simple and delicious.
“Breakfast”
We ate breakfast here 3 out of 4 mornings spent in Hanoi. Not only because it was just around the corner from our hotel, but because the service was very friendly, it was fun to sit on the sidewalk and watch the people go about their business, and of course the food was good. We tried several versions, we preferred the chicken.
16 locals recommend
Banh Mi Lan Ong
“Breakfast”
We ate breakfast here 3 out of 4 mornings spent in Hanoi. Not only because it was just around the corner from our hotel, but because the service was very friendly, it was fun to sit on the sidewalk and watch the people go about their business, and of course the food was good. We tried several versions, we preferred the chicken.
“Popular place to eat ”
After walking round old quarter looking for somewhere to eat (moving on quickly from some of the pushy restaurants that try shuffle you in just by looking in their direction) we found this place. Clean, fast and really tasty food. The staff don't speak great English but service was great. We got the iron pot meals. It may be slightly more expensive than other cheap eats but for around $2.80 USD i thought it was good value for a large meal.
Really popular with locals and tourists
18 locals recommend
Cơm Sườn Đào Duy Từ
47 Đào Duy Từ“Popular place to eat ”
After walking round old quarter looking for somewhere to eat (moving on quickly from some of the pushy restaurants that try shuffle you in just by looking in their direction) we found this place. Clean, fast and really tasty food. The staff don't speak great English but service was great. We got the iron pot meals. It may be slightly more expensive than other cheap eats but for around $2.80 USD i thought it was good value for a large meal.
Really popular with locals and tourists
Delicious!”
Com Vietnam is justboiled rice. What makes it delicious is the food you use with, for example the soup or meat, fish. I recommend Canh chua ca is the best soup for using with Com.
Canh Chua Ca is one of Vietnam’s most famous dishes and is especially good on hot summer days. Most tourists to travel to Vietnam are attracted by its elegant and ancient beauty with many cultural and architectural works and places of beauty as well as many special dishes such as Canh Chua Ca.
People from different regions in Vietnam cook Canh Chua Ca with different local vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients. As Canh Chua Ca blends a natural fresh sour taste
Cơm Viẹt Nam
2B Ấu TriệuDelicious!”
Com Vietnam is justboiled rice. What makes it delicious is the food you use with, for example the soup or meat, fish. I recommend Canh chua ca is the best soup for using with Com.
Canh Chua Ca is one of Vietnam’s most famous dishes and is especially good on hot summer days. Most tourists to travel to Vietnam are attracted by its elegant and ancient beauty with many cultural and architectural works and places of beauty as well as many special dishes such as Canh Chua Ca.
People from different regions in Vietnam cook Canh Chua Ca with different local vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients. As Canh Chua Ca blends a natural fresh sour taste
“Ba Buoi Restaurant”
Amazing with the foods. I've eaten something delicious like this. It's famous with Com Ga ( the rice with the chicken) and normally popular but not experience. It's near by Hoi An ancient town. The service is great but it's small so we have divide by 2 groups ^^. Outside the restaurant, we have more choose for drinking like Che Hue, Tao Pho,...They're very special.
10 locals recommend
Cơm Gà Bà Buội
26 Phan Chu Trinh“Ba Buoi Restaurant”
Amazing with the foods. I've eaten something delicious like this. It's famous with Com Ga ( the rice with the chicken) and normally popular but not experience. It's near by Hoi An ancient town. The service is great but it's small so we have divide by 2 groups ^^. Outside the restaurant, we have more choose for drinking like Che Hue, Tao Pho,...They're very special.
“Yes, yes and yes”
Eat here often. Delicious, cheap and fresh. You can't go wrong with the beef noodle salad. And, of course, a beer. Then move on down the road to keep tasting more food in this city.
41 locals recommend
Bún Bò Nam Bộ Bách Phương
73-75 Hàng Điếu “Yes, yes and yes”
Eat here often. Delicious, cheap and fresh. You can't go wrong with the beef noodle salad. And, of course, a beer. Then move on down the road to keep tasting more food in this city.
Quán Cháo Trai
26B Trần Xuân SoạnBest rice porridge with oyster in Hanoi
“Trust Bourdain”
A tourist hotspot given the fame brought to it by Anthony Bourdain dining Barack Obama (leading to the restaurant being known as 'Obama Bun Cha') however the food is particularly good. I found Vietnamese food to be a challenge for a few reasons: a) not knowing what I was ordering, b) finding that food is often from 'cuts' not often found in my neck of the woods ('chicken cartilage' is rare on a menu where I'm from), c) not having the language to even order. At 'Obama Bun Cha', it's all very easy. You just point at menus (you'll probably order the 'Obama set'). Very good food. Authentic setting (if you ignore the photos of Obama). Recomm
113 locals recommend
Bún Chả Hương Liên
24 Lê Văn Hưu“Trust Bourdain”
A tourist hotspot given the fame brought to it by Anthony Bourdain dining Barack Obama (leading to the restaurant being known as 'Obama Bun Cha') however the food is particularly good. I found Vietnamese food to be a challenge for a few reasons: a) not knowing what I was ordering, b) finding that food is often from 'cuts' not often found in my neck of the woods ('chicken cartilage' is rare on a menu where I'm from), c) not having the language to even order. At 'Obama Bun Cha', it's all very easy. You just point at menus (you'll probably order the 'Obama set'). Very good food. Authentic setting (if you ignore the photos of Obama). Recomm
“Amazing bun cha - Clear price listed in restaurant”
Executive summary Pros - Great bun cha, proper restaurant with tables and chairs, clear menu*, in a nice neighbourhood north of old quarter Cons - none Top tip - VND35k for Bun cha and VND8k for nem (spring rolls) *Cleary listed prices so no chance of being ripped off - a big bonus point
25 locals recommend
Bún Chả Tuyết
34 Hàng Than “Amazing bun cha - Clear price listed in restaurant”
Executive summary Pros - Great bun cha, proper restaurant with tables and chairs, clear menu*, in a nice neighbourhood north of old quarter Cons - none Top tip - VND35k for Bun cha and VND8k for nem (spring rolls) *Cleary listed prices so no chance of being ripped off - a big bonus point
“Must go! See instruction on how to order and what to get”
Executive summary:
Pros - Very tasty sticky rice with different toppings, very reasonable prices, English menu
Cons - Low tables and cramped interior
Instruction -
1) Decide on the base sticky rice, there are three options
[The best one is the sticky rice with crispy fried shallots]
2) Choose the different toppings - I would recommend getting at least three toppings
[I like the "pork paste" (it's actually just Vietnamese sausage), Chinese sausage, fried egg, roast pork and pate]
3) Wave down the waiter and order - The rice bowl will come with a side of pickled veg for free
The sticky rice base
57 locals recommend
Xôi Yến
35b Nguyễn Hữu Huân“Must go! See instruction on how to order and what to get”
Executive summary:
Pros - Very tasty sticky rice with different toppings, very reasonable prices, English menu
Cons - Low tables and cramped interior
Instruction -
1) Decide on the base sticky rice, there are three options
[The best one is the sticky rice with crispy fried shallots]
2) Choose the different toppings - I would recommend getting at least three toppings
[I like the "pork paste" (it's actually just Vietnamese sausage), Chinese sausage, fried egg, roast pork and pate]
3) Wave down the waiter and order - The rice bowl will come with a side of pickled veg for free
The sticky rice base
Xoi Van Restaurant
#1,509 of 1,804 Restaurants in Hanoi
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Cafe, Fast food, Vietnamese, Diner, Street Food
Xôi Vân
216 Phố Hàng Bông
Xoi Van Restaurant
#1,509 of 1,804 Restaurants in Hanoi
$
Cafe, Fast food, Vietnamese, Diner, Street Food
Everything Else
“Must go! See instruction on how to order and what to get”
Executive summary:
Pros - Very tasty sticky rice with different toppings, very reasonable prices, English menu
Cons - Low tables and cramped interior
Instruction -
1) Decide on the base sticky rice, there are three options
[The best one is the sticky rice with crispy fried shallots]
2) Choose the different toppings - I would recommend getting at least three toppings
[I like the "pork paste" (it's actually just Vietnamese sausage), Chinese sausage, fried egg, roast pork and pate]
3) Wave down the waiter and order - The rice bowl will come with a side of pickled veg for free
The sticky rice base
57 locals recommend
Xôi Yến
35b Nguyễn Hữu Huân“Must go! See instruction on how to order and what to get”
Executive summary:
Pros - Very tasty sticky rice with different toppings, very reasonable prices, English menu
Cons - Low tables and cramped interior
Instruction -
1) Decide on the base sticky rice, there are three options
[The best one is the sticky rice with crispy fried shallots]
2) Choose the different toppings - I would recommend getting at least three toppings
[I like the "pork paste" (it's actually just Vietnamese sausage), Chinese sausage, fried egg, roast pork and pate]
3) Wave down the waiter and order - The rice bowl will come with a side of pickled veg for free
The sticky rice base
Arts & Culture
Giang Café
Giang Café is a charming place hidden in the narrow streets of Hanoi’s old city. The architectural style of the place reflects an auspicious blend of Western and Asian influences. The cafe is famous for its egg coffee, surprisingly delicious and resembling a tiramisu in taste. This is a great place to relax, enjoy some music and have a cup of coffee or, alternatively, a hot egg chocolate.
Address and telephone number: 39- Lane Nguyen Huu Huan, Hanoi, Vietnam, + 84 629 40 495
25 locals recommend
Cafe Giang 39 Nguyen Huu Huan
39 Phố Nguyễn Hữu HuânGiang Café
Giang Café is a charming place hidden in the narrow streets of Hanoi’s old city. The architectural style of the place reflects an auspicious blend of Western and Asian influences. The cafe is famous for its egg coffee, surprisingly delicious and resembling a tiramisu in taste. This is a great place to relax, enjoy some music and have a cup of coffee or, alternatively, a hot egg chocolate.
Address and telephone number: 39- Lane Nguyen Huu Huan, Hanoi, Vietnam, + 84 629 40 495
Cafe Pho Co
In the narrow, cobbled streets of Hanoi’s old quarter lies Café Pho Co. The cafe offers its customers a selection of Vietnamese coffee blends that will suit all different tastes. The freshest coffee beans are brewed to create outstanding cups of coffee characterized by a strong, flavorful aroma. From the rooftop of Cafe Pho Co the picturesque views of the Hoan Kiem Lake spread far and wide.
Address and telephone number: 11 Hang Gai, Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam, + 84 567 45 343
Old Town Garden Café
11 Hàng GaiCafe Pho Co
In the narrow, cobbled streets of Hanoi’s old quarter lies Café Pho Co. The cafe offers its customers a selection of Vietnamese coffee blends that will suit all different tastes. The freshest coffee beans are brewed to create outstanding cups of coffee characterized by a strong, flavorful aroma. From the rooftop of Cafe Pho Co the picturesque views of the Hoan Kiem Lake spread far and wide.
Address and telephone number: 11 Hang Gai, Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam, + 84 567 45 343
In 1997, Ms Duong Thu Hang – who studied in art at VGIK University at Moscow, Russia from 1986 to 1992, found Hanoi Studio Gallery and became one of the Vietnamese leading galleries which has a very close relationship with Vietnamese contemporary young artists. As we often introduce many young artist to domestic and international friends through our represents and exhibitions, we impact extensively to many near markets such as Hong Kong, Singapore, etc., even London – UK, the USA are also in our regular markets. Consumers are convinced by our artists’ unique, powder and freshness as well as the true quality of our gallery.
Hanoi Studio
23 Tràng Tiền
In 1997, Ms Duong Thu Hang – who studied in art at VGIK University at Moscow, Russia from 1986 to 1992, found Hanoi Studio Gallery and became one of the Vietnamese leading galleries which has a very close relationship with Vietnamese contemporary young artists. As we often introduce many young artist to domestic and international friends through our represents and exhibitions, we impact extensively to many near markets such as Hong Kong, Singapore, etc., even London – UK, the USA are also in our regular markets. Consumers are convinced by our artists’ unique, powder and freshness as well as the true quality of our gallery.
There are two Green Palm Galleries in the heart of Hanoi City central; one at Hang Gai street and the other is on Trang Tien street. Green Palm Gallery is one of the most famous and prestigious institutes for Vietnamese Fine Arts.
39 Hang Gai street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 97 762 7722
Fax: +84 4 3828 9293
E-mail: greenpalmgalleryhn@yahoo.com.vn
15 Trang Tien street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 97 762 7722
Fax: +84 4 3828 9293
E-mail: info@greenpalmgallery.com
Green Palm Gallery
39 Hàng GaiThere are two Green Palm Galleries in the heart of Hanoi City central; one at Hang Gai street and the other is on Trang Tien street. Green Palm Gallery is one of the most famous and prestigious institutes for Vietnamese Fine Arts.
39 Hang Gai street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 97 762 7722
Fax: +84 4 3828 9293
E-mail: greenpalmgalleryhn@yahoo.com.vn
15 Trang Tien street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 97 762 7722
Fax: +84 4 3828 9293
E-mail: info@greenpalmgallery.com
Thang Long Art Gallery was found in May, 1996 because of the owner’s love for art and a true desire to introduce talented Vietnamese artists and their works to the art lovers in Vietnam and oversea.
Based on the idea is that art should be accessible to all in order to make the world better. This is a place where younger talented artists show their works also. The owner is welcome them to share their passion here. They said “they would like to maintain exceptional relationship with both famous talented artists as well as young promising artists.
Information about Thang Long Art Gallery
41 Hang Gai, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +84.4.3825 0740
E-mail: thanglongart@hn.vnn.vn
Thang Long Art Gallery
41 Hàng GaiThang Long Art Gallery was found in May, 1996 because of the owner’s love for art and a true desire to introduce talented Vietnamese artists and their works to the art lovers in Vietnam and oversea.
Based on the idea is that art should be accessible to all in order to make the world better. This is a place where younger talented artists show their works also. The owner is welcome them to share their passion here. They said “they would like to maintain exceptional relationship with both famous talented artists as well as young promising artists.
Information about Thang Long Art Gallery
41 Hang Gai, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +84.4.3825 0740
E-mail: thanglongart@hn.vnn.vn
Located at 30 Hang Bun street, 54 Traditions Gallery is the only one focusing on the antiques. Its convey artifacts and art of total 53 minority groups and the rest King majority people.
They focus on the culture of 53 minority through the things they make and use in their daily life. They only offer antiques, art, or material culture. You’ll be overwhelm with 1000 objects on display and collection objects that have ever been exhibited in
54 Traditions Gallery
44B Hàng BúnLocated at 30 Hang Bun street, 54 Traditions Gallery is the only one focusing on the antiques. Its convey artifacts and art of total 53 minority groups and the rest King majority people.
They focus on the culture of 53 minority through the things they make and use in their daily life. They only offer antiques, art, or material culture. You’ll be overwhelm with 1000 objects on display and collection objects that have ever been exhibited in
guyen Art Gallery displays painting using various traditional Vietnamese materials such as: charcoal painting, lacquer painting, water colors painting on “Do’ paper as well as oil canvas, acrylic on canvas… Besides, you also will find many quality sculptures from famous Vietnamese sculptors.
More information about Nguyen Art Gallery:
No 31A, Van Mieu street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +84 4 37476001
Fax: +84-4 35561147
The location is very near Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) – one of the most well-known sightseeing, you definitely will include in your itinerary when you visit Hanoi city.
Nguyen Art Gallery in Hanoi
31A Văn Miếuguyen Art Gallery displays painting using various traditional Vietnamese materials such as: charcoal painting, lacquer painting, water colors painting on “Do’ paper as well as oil canvas, acrylic on canvas… Besides, you also will find many quality sculptures from famous Vietnamese sculptors.
More information about Nguyen Art Gallery:
No 31A, Van Mieu street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +84 4 37476001
Fax: +84-4 35561147
The location is very near Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) – one of the most well-known sightseeing, you definitely will include in your itinerary when you visit Hanoi city.
Located in the new CBD – the new city area of Hanoi, Cuc Gallery is one of few contemporary art galleries in Hanoi, Vietnam.
With a version is to present outstanding Vietnamese contemporary art as well international artist, Cuc Gallery commits to create an innovative forum to promote Vietnam art to both local & international market. They also arrange special events to support Vietnamese fine art development to public.
CUC Gallery devotes to become the pioneer, the leading venue and source in providing or original fine and contemporary art of Vietnam. The Gallery continuously participates
in international contemporary art fairs, exhibitions and biennials, CUC Gallery is trying to expand
CUC Gallery
Dương Đình NghệLocated in the new CBD – the new city area of Hanoi, Cuc Gallery is one of few contemporary art galleries in Hanoi, Vietnam.
With a version is to present outstanding Vietnamese contemporary art as well international artist, Cuc Gallery commits to create an innovative forum to promote Vietnam art to both local & international market. They also arrange special events to support Vietnamese fine art development to public.
CUC Gallery devotes to become the pioneer, the leading venue and source in providing or original fine and contemporary art of Vietnam. The Gallery continuously participates
in international contemporary art fairs, exhibitions and biennials, CUC Gallery is trying to expand
Late in 1993, Mai Gallery Hanoi was opened as the first private art gallery Hanoi in the main Old Quarter. The owner – Ms Mai was imbued with the great currents of artistic thought from her father – Mr Duong Tuong – a popular poet that time. The spirit was both encouraged by the Government and society as expression of this great country’s long and passionate search for modern independence. Followers of Vietnamese art are many now, especially the generations of artists, and they find that Mai Gallery has been losing none of its enthusiasm, perseverance and courage since it was born.
MAI GALLERY
113 Hàng BôngLate in 1993, Mai Gallery Hanoi was opened as the first private art gallery Hanoi in the main Old Quarter. The owner – Ms Mai was imbued with the great currents of artistic thought from her father – Mr Duong Tuong – a popular poet that time. The spirit was both encouraged by the Government and society as expression of this great country’s long and passionate search for modern independence. Followers of Vietnamese art are many now, especially the generations of artists, and they find that Mai Gallery has been losing none of its enthusiasm, perseverance and courage since it was born.
Among many galleries in Vietnam, Apricot Hanoi is probably the best, gathering the top-rank artists from the master generation to up-coming stars. Apricot Gallery Hanoi won the heart of art lovers not only by its genuine and qualified masterpieces but also good quality of service. It is your right to discover and your visit is our great honour.
A stunningly beautiful art gallery. Many of Vietnam’s top artists have work on display at Apricot Gallery, and all are presented wonderfully.
40B Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem Dist , Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +844 38288965 – Fax: +844 38287304
Email: apricot@fpt.vn
Apricot Gallery
40b Hàng BôngAmong many galleries in Vietnam, Apricot Hanoi is probably the best, gathering the top-rank artists from the master generation to up-coming stars. Apricot Gallery Hanoi won the heart of art lovers not only by its genuine and qualified masterpieces but also good quality of service. It is your right to discover and your visit is our great honour.
A stunningly beautiful art gallery. Many of Vietnam’s top artists have work on display at Apricot Gallery, and all are presented wonderfully.
40B Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem Dist , Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +844 38288965 – Fax: +844 38287304
Email: apricot@fpt.vn
Drinks & Nightlife
Indigenous
Located near St.Joseph Cathedral, Indigenous is more of a shop than a café. However, here customers can brew their own coffee in the coffee machine and then sit outside the shop to enjoy it. Indigenous use some of the best coffee beans grown by local coffee bean farmers.
Address and telephone number: 36 Au Trieu Hoan Kiem OldQuarter (near the Saint Joseph Cathedral), Hanoi, Vietnam, +844 39381263
IndigenouS
36 Phố Ấu TriệuIndigenous
Located near St.Joseph Cathedral, Indigenous is more of a shop than a café. However, here customers can brew their own coffee in the coffee machine and then sit outside the shop to enjoy it. Indigenous use some of the best coffee beans grown by local coffee bean farmers.
Address and telephone number: 36 Au Trieu Hoan Kiem OldQuarter (near the Saint Joseph Cathedral), Hanoi, Vietnam, +844 39381263
Cafe Nhi
They serve espresso-based coffee drinks, silky textured lattes and indigenous Vietnamese filter coffees. Their coffee is thick and tasty.
Cafe Nhi - Nhi Coffee
14 Ngõ 12 - Đặng Thai MaiCafe Nhi
They serve espresso-based coffee drinks, silky textured lattes and indigenous Vietnamese filter coffees. Their coffee is thick and tasty.
Cafe Lam
Located near the city center, the famous Café Lam is one of the oldest cafes in Hanoi. The charming atmosphere of this old cafe is complemented by antique pieces, art collections and rare books tucked away at every corner. The unique environment transports customers back in time, whilst they enjoy great Vietnamese-style hot and ice coffee, with thick condensed milk.
Address and Telephone Number: 60 Nguyen Huu Huan | Old Quarter, Hanoi, Vietnam, + 84 4 3824 5940
Cà fê Lâm
60 Phố Nguyễn Hữu HuânCafe Lam
Located near the city center, the famous Café Lam is one of the oldest cafes in Hanoi. The charming atmosphere of this old cafe is complemented by antique pieces, art collections and rare books tucked away at every corner. The unique environment transports customers back in time, whilst they enjoy great Vietnamese-style hot and ice coffee, with thick condensed milk.
Address and Telephone Number: 60 Nguyen Huu Huan | Old Quarter, Hanoi, Vietnam, + 84 4 3824 5940
Top 10 Cafés in Hanoi
Leave all the bustles and hustles of life behind, and drop in cafe shops nestled in small corners of Hanoi seeing the stream of people passing by and releasing your stress. This is really what you feel about Hanoi! The list given below is most-checked in cafes in Hanoi and recommended ones. Hope you enjoy your Hanoi tours.
1. The Note Coffee
Address: 64 Luong Van Can, Hà Nội, Việt Nam
Phone: +84 4 3938 0468
The Note Coffee
64 Lương Văn CanTop 10 Cafés in Hanoi
Leave all the bustles and hustles of life behind, and drop in cafe shops nestled in small corners of Hanoi seeing the stream of people passing by and releasing your stress. This is really what you feel about Hanoi! The list given below is most-checked in cafes in Hanoi and recommended ones. Hope you enjoy your Hanoi tours.
1. The Note Coffee
Address: 64 Luong Van Can, Hà Nội, Việt Nam
Phone: +84 4 3938 0468
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Top 10 Cafés in Hanoi
Leave all the bustles and hustles of life behind, and drop in cafe shops nestled in small corners of Hanoi seeing the stream of people passing by and releasing your stress. This is really what you feel about Hanoi! The list given below is most-checked in cafes in Hanoi and recommended ones. Hope you enjoy your Hanoi tours.
O’Douceurs
Address: 91A Tran Hung Dao, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 167 641 4033
O'Douceurs
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Top 10 Cafés in Hanoi
Leave all the bustles and hustles of life behind, and drop in cafe shops nestled in small corners of Hanoi seeing the stream of people passing by and releasing your stress. This is really what you feel about Hanoi! The list given below is most-checked in cafes in Hanoi and recommended ones. Hope you enjoy your Hanoi tours.
O’Douceurs
Address: 91A Tran Hung Dao, Hanoi, Vietnam
Phone: +84 167 641 4033
Cafe Runam
Address: 13 Nha Tho Street | Hoan Kiem, Hà Nội, Việt Nam
Phone: 0439286697
Top 10 Cafés in Hanoi Leave all the bustles and hustles of life behind, and drop in cafe shops nestled in small corners of Hanoi seeing the stream of people passing by and releasing your stress. This is really what you feel about Hanoi! The list given below is most-checked in cafes in Hanoi and recommended ones. Hope you enjoy your Hanoi tours.
Cafe Runam
Cafe Runam
Address: 13 Nha Tho Street | Hoan Kiem, Hà Nội, Việt Nam
Phone: 0439286697
Top 10 Cafés in Hanoi Leave all the bustles and hustles of life behind, and drop in cafe shops nestled in small corners of Hanoi seeing the stream of people passing by and releasing your stress. This is really what you feel about Hanoi! The list given below is most-checked in cafes in Hanoi and recommended ones. Hope you enjoy your Hanoi tours.
The Coffee Inn
29 Phố Nguyễn Hữu HuânThe Coffee Inn
Address: 33 Nguyen Huu Huan, Hanoi, Vietnam
84462961792
Hanoi House: (47 Ly Quoc Su, Hanoi) Located opposite to the famous Cathedral in Hanoi, this cafe has one of the best locations in the town center. The shop serves varied traditional coffees of Vietnam. The small cozy place is well decorated with beautiful pieces of arts all over from the ceiling to its tiled floor.
13 locals recommend
Hanoia House
38 Hàng ĐàoHanoi House: (47 Ly Quoc Su, Hanoi) Located opposite to the famous Cathedral in Hanoi, this cafe has one of the best locations in the town center. The shop serves varied traditional coffees of Vietnam. The small cozy place is well decorated with beautiful pieces of arts all over from the ceiling to its tiled floor.
Tadioto: (24 Tong Dan, Hoan Kiem) Just few steps from the Hanoi Opera House, you can find this stylish Tadioto cafe. It is not only a place to enjoy great coffees but also a center of contemporary art events. The owner, artist Nguyen Quy Duc invests a lot of his time and effort to set up this unique cafe and you have many opportunities to chat with him about Vietnam.
40 locals recommend
Tadioto
24b Tông ĐảnTadioto: (24 Tong Dan, Hoan Kiem) Just few steps from the Hanoi Opera House, you can find this stylish Tadioto cafe. It is not only a place to enjoy great coffees but also a center of contemporary art events. The owner, artist Nguyen Quy Duc invests a lot of his time and effort to set up this unique cafe and you have many opportunities to chat with him about Vietnam.
L’etage: (9 Hang Khay, Trang Tien) Overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake, L'Etage is a great place for people who love to sit at airy corner. From the balcony, you can see the Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple. L’etage also serves egg coffee which is mixture of egg cream, milk and coffee, a signature drink of Hanoi. Fresh fruit juices are also worth choosing.
6 locals recommend
L'etage Cafe
9A Hàng KhayL’etage: (9 Hang Khay, Trang Tien) Overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake, L'Etage is a great place for people who love to sit at airy corner. From the balcony, you can see the Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple. L’etage also serves egg coffee which is mixture of egg cream, milk and coffee, a signature drink of Hanoi. Fresh fruit juices are also worth choosing.
Loading T: (8 Chan Cam, Hang Trong) Loading T is located in a second floor of a former French colonial building in Hanoi Old Quarter. From the retro tiles, red brick walls to the unique furniture, every corner of this cafe worth an Instagram moment. Besides egg coffee, the shop also serves the other outstanding drinks including the special cinnamon coffee.
8 locals recommend
Loading T café
8 Chân CầmLoading T: (8 Chan Cam, Hang Trong) Loading T is located in a second floor of a former French colonial building in Hanoi Old Quarter. From the retro tiles, red brick walls to the unique furniture, every corner of this cafe worth an Instagram moment. Besides egg coffee, the shop also serves the other outstanding drinks including the special cinnamon coffee.
Shot: (60 Phat Loc lane, Hoan Kiem) Located in a small alley of the Old Quater, Shot has a stunning space for shooting like the shop’s name - Shot and just click the camera. Shot usually serves live music in the evening. Drinks menu here is quite diverse and attractive. You can try cheesecake coffee if you come here in the first time.
Shotcafe
Shot: (60 Phat Loc lane, Hoan Kiem) Located in a small alley of the Old Quater, Shot has a stunning space for shooting like the shop’s name - Shot and just click the camera. Shot usually serves live music in the evening. Drinks menu here is quite diverse and attractive. You can try cheesecake coffee if you come here in the first time.
Tổ Chim Xanh: (Number 13, 19 lane, Dang Dung Str, Quan Thanh) Or Blue Bird's Nest is located between the old dormitories. Sitting on the highest floor with airy space, you can also have a chance to observe the daily life of local people living around. In addition to drinks, the shop offers delicious homemade cakes. From the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, it takes a short walk to the shop.
Tổ Chim Xanh - Bluebirds' Nest
Ngõ 27 Đặng DungTổ Chim Xanh: (Number 13, 19 lane, Dang Dung Str, Quan Thanh) Or Blue Bird's Nest is located between the old dormitories. Sitting on the highest floor with airy space, you can also have a chance to observe the daily life of local people living around. In addition to drinks, the shop offers delicious homemade cakes. From the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, it takes a short walk to the shop.
Nhạc Xưa: (46 Yen Phu, Tay Ho) With view of spacious West Lake, Nhac Xua is quite convenient accessed by walking from Tran Quoc Pagoda. Nhac Xua- music from the past, like its name this cafe has a very good collection of music from the 50s to 90s of the 20th century.
46 Yên Phụ
46 Đường Yên PhụNhạc Xưa: (46 Yen Phu, Tay Ho) With view of spacious West Lake, Nhac Xua is quite convenient accessed by walking from Tran Quoc Pagoda. Nhac Xua- music from the past, like its name this cafe has a very good collection of music from the 50s to 90s of the 20th century.
Nhà Sàn: (462 lane, Buoi Str) Staying away from the noisy urban areas, Nha San is an ideal place for you to sit with a combination of visiting the Ethnology Museum that is located nearby. Converted from a traditional house on stilts of Thai ethnic people in Northern Vietnam, this place is spacious and stylish, a great place to enjoy a coffee both in the winter and summer time. Regular art event, live music, exhibitions are organised here as well.
Café Nhasan
Ngõ 462 Đường BưởiNhà Sàn: (462 lane, Buoi Str) Staying away from the noisy urban areas, Nha San is an ideal place for you to sit with a combination of visiting the Ethnology Museum that is located nearby. Converted from a traditional house on stilts of Thai ethnic people in Northern Vietnam, this place is spacious and stylish, a great place to enjoy a coffee both in the winter and summer time. Regular art event, live music, exhibitions are organised here as well.
Hopper Koffie: (116 Tran Vu Str, Truc Bach lake) The delicious Espresso in Hopper KOFFIE is voted as the best in town. Located near Truc Bach Lake, this place has a very creative menu of drinks from coffees, fresh juices to mixed mock tails. This is a place to take a seat, order a hot coffee, enjoy the lake view and see the world goes by.
116 Trấn Vũ
116 Phố Trấn VũHopper Koffie: (116 Tran Vu Str, Truc Bach lake) The delicious Espresso in Hopper KOFFIE is voted as the best in town. Located near Truc Bach Lake, this place has a very creative menu of drinks from coffees, fresh juices to mixed mock tails. This is a place to take a seat, order a hot coffee, enjoy the lake view and see the world goes by.
This junction in the centre of the Old Quarter is the absolute classic night time activity in Hanoi. You really haven’t seen the city until you have spent a few hours soaking up the atmosphere and maybe sinking a few beers at the most famous Beer Hoi (Fresh Beer) spot in Vietnam. Several shophouses have plastic stools spilling out onto the streets, with beers being served for as little as VND10,000 (less than US$1) and street vendors serving steamed peanuts, beef jerky and other exotic snacks. The beer is quite weak compared to European standards, but for an all round experience it is quite something. Open throughout the day and late into the night. Opening Hours: 11:00-Late Read More... Ope
11 locals recommend
Bia Hoi Corner
14 Đông TháiThis junction in the centre of the Old Quarter is the absolute classic night time activity in Hanoi. You really haven’t seen the city until you have spent a few hours soaking up the atmosphere and maybe sinking a few beers at the most famous Beer Hoi (Fresh Beer) spot in Vietnam. Several shophouses have plastic stools spilling out onto the streets, with beers being served for as little as VND10,000 (less than US$1) and street vendors serving steamed peanuts, beef jerky and other exotic snacks. The beer is quite weak compared to European standards, but for an all round experience it is quite something. Open throughout the day and late into the night. Opening Hours: 11:00-Late Read More... Ope
BinhMinh’s Jazz Club is unparalleled as a place to witness the finest musicians in Hanoi. Live music fans will love the dark interior, which leaves all of the attention squarely on the talented performers on stage. Minh himself – widely regarded as the best Vietnamese jazz performer in history – is sometimes here in person, jamming with his immensely talented band, as well as international performers. Drinks are not cheap, but when you factor in the quality of the live entertainment, prices are more than fair. Read More... Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 24:00 Address: 1 Trang Tien Street, French Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 942 0400
13 locals recommend
Binh Minh’s Jazz Club
1 Tràng TiềnBinhMinh’s Jazz Club is unparalleled as a place to witness the finest musicians in Hanoi. Live music fans will love the dark interior, which leaves all of the attention squarely on the talented performers on stage. Minh himself – widely regarded as the best Vietnamese jazz performer in history – is sometimes here in person, jamming with his immensely talented band, as well as international performers. Drinks are not cheap, but when you factor in the quality of the live entertainment, prices are more than fair. Read More... Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 24:00 Address: 1 Trang Tien Street, French Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 942 0400
The Bank Hanoi is currently the biggest nightclub in Hanoi, boasting three venues that play different upbeat tunes until late. The nightclub is set on the sixth floor of Hanoi’s Capital Building, where you can enjoy a great view of Hoan Kiem Lake and downtown Hanoi. Attracting a well-dressed crowd of locals, expats and tourists, its music policy comprises hip-hop, top 40 hits, lounge, deep house, and house tunes while drinks here are relatively inexpensive compared to most nightclubs in Hanoi. Cocktails are priced between VND 150,000 and VND 200,000 while Budweiser and Corona cost approximately VND 120,000. Opening Hours: Daily 20:45 – 00:45 Tel: +84 94 490 3232
16 locals recommend
The Toilet
41 Hai Bà TrưngThe Bank Hanoi is currently the biggest nightclub in Hanoi, boasting three venues that play different upbeat tunes until late. The nightclub is set on the sixth floor of Hanoi’s Capital Building, where you can enjoy a great view of Hoan Kiem Lake and downtown Hanoi. Attracting a well-dressed crowd of locals, expats and tourists, its music policy comprises hip-hop, top 40 hits, lounge, deep house, and house tunes while drinks here are relatively inexpensive compared to most nightclubs in Hanoi. Cocktails are priced between VND 150,000 and VND 200,000 while Budweiser and Corona cost approximately VND 120,000. Opening Hours: Daily 20:45 – 00:45 Tel: +84 94 490 3232
Hanoi Press Club is an upscale bar offering excellent service and a sophisticated ambiance, both inside in their gentleman’s club style bar and out on the large, third floor terrace. A well stocked bar offers excellent wines and cocktails as well as some tasty bar snacks. There is live music from Thursday to Sunday and a special buy-one-get-one-free on select drinks every Thursday. Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 - 15:00 & 17:00 - Late Address: 59A Ly Thai To Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 934 0888
17 locals recommend
Shark Club Hanoi
12 Lý Đạo ThànhHanoi Press Club is an upscale bar offering excellent service and a sophisticated ambiance, both inside in their gentleman’s club style bar and out on the large, third floor terrace. A well stocked bar offers excellent wines and cocktails as well as some tasty bar snacks. There is live music from Thursday to Sunday and a special buy-one-get-one-free on select drinks every Thursday. Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 - 15:00 & 17:00 - Late Address: 59A Ly Thai To Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 934 0888
Dragonfly Bar and Lounge Hanoi is a longstanding night spot in the Old Quarter of Hanoi that attracts a fairly even mix of young Vietnamese and youthful expats. The music varies between hip-hop and party pop music and there is space to dance if you get in the groove, although most people prefer to mix and mingle. Perhaps due to the amount of backpackers that frequent Dragonfly, large cocktails are popular here and are noticeably good value. Head upstairs to enjoy a shisha pipe with a range of flavours available. Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 24:00 Address: 15 Hang Buom, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 926 2177
24 locals recommend
Dragonfly Bar-Club
15 Hàng BuồmDragonfly Bar and Lounge Hanoi is a longstanding night spot in the Old Quarter of Hanoi that attracts a fairly even mix of young Vietnamese and youthful expats. The music varies between hip-hop and party pop music and there is space to dance if you get in the groove, although most people prefer to mix and mingle. Perhaps due to the amount of backpackers that frequent Dragonfly, large cocktails are popular here and are noticeably good value. Head upstairs to enjoy a shisha pipe with a range of flavours available. Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 24:00 Address: 15 Hang Buom, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 926 2177
Sunset Bar at InterContinental Hanoi West Lakes offers affluent travellers a superb designer spot to enjoy a cool evening cocktail far away from Hanoi’s crowds. Set between three pavilions overlooking West Lake, the bar is easily accesible via a torch-lit bridge from the five-star hotel. Guests can relax on the comfortable daybeds and couches on a chilled-out wooden deck, whilst enjoying Sunset Bar's signature cocktails and premium wines. Read More... Opening Hours: Daily 16:30 - 24:00 Address: InterContinental Hanoi West Lake, 5 Tu Hoa Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi Tel: +84 46 270 8888
9 locals recommend
Sunset Bar
5 Từ Hoa Công ChúaSunset Bar at InterContinental Hanoi West Lakes offers affluent travellers a superb designer spot to enjoy a cool evening cocktail far away from Hanoi’s crowds. Set between three pavilions overlooking West Lake, the bar is easily accesible via a torch-lit bridge from the five-star hotel. Guests can relax on the comfortable daybeds and couches on a chilled-out wooden deck, whilst enjoying Sunset Bar's signature cocktails and premium wines. Read More... Opening Hours: Daily 16:30 - 24:00 Address: InterContinental Hanoi West Lake, 5 Tu Hoa Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi Tel: +84 46 270 8888
Funky Buddha Club is renowned as the best nightclub to go in Hanoi for a fun-filled night out of bass heavy beats and party-loving crowds. With that being said, the dancefloor often gets very packed with foreign tourists, backpackers, and expats (and a smattering of Vietnamese). The two-storey venue is located in the centre of the Old Quarter, with live DJs playing a loud mix of house, trance and electro tunes all night long. While most nightlife venues close at midnight, Funky Buddha Club often remains lively until late, especially during public holidays. Opening Hours: Daily 15:00 - 01:00 Address: 2 Ta Hien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 292 7614
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2 Phố Tạ HiệnFunky Buddha Club is renowned as the best nightclub to go in Hanoi for a fun-filled night out of bass heavy beats and party-loving crowds. With that being said, the dancefloor often gets very packed with foreign tourists, backpackers, and expats (and a smattering of Vietnamese). The two-storey venue is located in the centre of the Old Quarter, with live DJs playing a loud mix of house, trance and electro tunes all night long. While most nightlife venues close at midnight, Funky Buddha Club often remains lively until late, especially during public holidays. Opening Hours: Daily 15:00 - 01:00 Address: 2 Ta Hien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 292 7614
Hero Club Hanoi is an industrial-style nightlife venue where you can dance the night away with party-loving locals and expats. The establishment is decorated with colourful murals of popular super heroes and propaganda posters, while the DJ booth is set within an old Soviet truck. The music policy here ranges from EDM and deep house to hip-hop and R&B while drinks are priced at VND 75,000 onwards. A ten-minute taxi ride from downtown Hanoi, themed nights with great drinks promos and international DJs are held regularly at Hero Club Hanoi, resulting in a loud and fun party scene. Opening Hours: Daily 20:00 – Late Address: 42M Yen Phụ, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi Tel: +84 98 926 4242
51 locals recommend
HERO Bar
42M Yên PhụHero Club Hanoi is an industrial-style nightlife venue where you can dance the night away with party-loving locals and expats. The establishment is decorated with colourful murals of popular super heroes and propaganda posters, while the DJ booth is set within an old Soviet truck. The music policy here ranges from EDM and deep house to hip-hop and R&B while drinks are priced at VND 75,000 onwards. A ten-minute taxi ride from downtown Hanoi, themed nights with great drinks promos and international DJs are held regularly at Hero Club Hanoi, resulting in a loud and fun party scene. Opening Hours: Daily 20:00 – Late Address: 42M Yen Phụ, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi Tel: +84 98 926 4242
A local favourite in Hanoi’s vibrant clubbing scene, Infinity Club is where the city’s stylish partygoers gather for a fun night out. Fitted with a spacious dancefloor, impressive lighting, affordably-priced alcohol, the small yet busy nightclub hosts local DJS spinning hip-hop, house, trance, EDM and electro tunes. Set along Hang Bai Street, Infinity Club is a short 10-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. Do note that its clientele is mostly Vietnamese youths, so it’s a good idea to brush up on the local language before making your way here. Opening Hours: Daily 21:00 – 00:30 Address: 45 Hang Bai Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 96 555 8998
Infinity Club Hanoi
45 Phố Hàng BàiA local favourite in Hanoi’s vibrant clubbing scene, Infinity Club is where the city’s stylish partygoers gather for a fun night out. Fitted with a spacious dancefloor, impressive lighting, affordably-priced alcohol, the small yet busy nightclub hosts local DJS spinning hip-hop, house, trance, EDM and electro tunes. Set along Hang Bai Street, Infinity Club is a short 10-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. Do note that its clientele is mostly Vietnamese youths, so it’s a good idea to brush up on the local language before making your way here. Opening Hours: Daily 21:00 – 00:30 Address: 45 Hang Bai Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 96 555 8998
Sightseeing
Temple of Literature
Located at the south of Thang Long citadel, about 2km away from Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple of Literature (Vietnamese: Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám) is the very first stop-over for any tourist arriving Hanoi in the first time. Let’s visit this historical and cultural relic to discover the first university of Vietnam as well as reveal the Hanoians’ spirit of study in the past.
Founded as a Confucian temple in 1070 by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong, this Văn Miếu complex was dated back to the earliest period, and the Quốc Tử Giám (or National University), was established in 1076 within this temple to educate Vietnam’s mandarin class. It’s proudly that there were up to 2,313 doctors...
246 locals recommend
Temple Of Literature
Temple of LiteratureTemple of Literature
Located at the south of Thang Long citadel, about 2km away from Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple of Literature (Vietnamese: Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám) is the very first stop-over for any tourist arriving Hanoi in the first time. Let’s visit this historical and cultural relic to discover the first university of Vietnam as well as reveal the Hanoians’ spirit of study in the past.
Founded as a Confucian temple in 1070 by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong, this Văn Miếu complex was dated back to the earliest period, and the Quốc Tử Giám (or National University), was established in 1076 within this temple to educate Vietnam’s mandarin class. It’s proudly that there were up to 2,313 doctors...
Hanoi Opera House
Hanoi’s majestic old Opera House, located in the French Quarter near the posh hotels, is an attraction in itself.
While Western operas are occasionally mounted here, there are also performances by visiting classical orchestras, and a whole gamut of entertainments, such as puppet shows, ballets, and nights of traditional Vietnamese song and drama.
Hanoi Opera House was modeled on the Palais Garnier, the older of Paris’s two opera houses, and is considered to be one of the architectural landmarks of Hanoi. After the departure of the French the opera house became the scene for several political events, Vietnamese plays and musicals.
Tickets will be deli
20 locals recommend
Hanoi Opera House
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Hanoi Opera House
Hanoi’s majestic old Opera House, located in the French Quarter near the posh hotels, is an attraction in itself.
While Western operas are occasionally mounted here, there are also performances by visiting classical orchestras, and a whole gamut of entertainments, such as puppet shows, ballets, and nights of traditional Vietnamese song and drama.
Hanoi Opera House was modeled on the Palais Garnier, the older of Paris’s two opera houses, and is considered to be one of the architectural landmarks of Hanoi. After the departure of the French the opera house became the scene for several political events, Vietnamese plays and musicals.
Tickets will be deli
One Pillar Pagoda
Located in the western part of Hanoi city, near Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, Ba Dinh district, The One Pillar Pagoda (common name as Diên Hựu Tự – everlasting happiness and luckiness), is one of the most special architectures in Vietnam. It is also a sacred Buddhist temple that reflects a long history of Hanoi City as well. Moreover, the unique shape of the pagoda together with its special magical story has been of great absorption to hundreds of thousands of international tourists. You can easily find its image on many famous Vietnamese paintings, money, souvenirs, even the miniatures of this hallowed pagoda.
Opening times: 8.00 – 17.00 every day. Free entrance
Note: Long clot
88 locals recommend
One Pillar Pagoda
phố Chùa Một CộtOne Pillar Pagoda
Located in the western part of Hanoi city, near Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, Ba Dinh district, The One Pillar Pagoda (common name as Diên Hựu Tự – everlasting happiness and luckiness), is one of the most special architectures in Vietnam. It is also a sacred Buddhist temple that reflects a long history of Hanoi City as well. Moreover, the unique shape of the pagoda together with its special magical story has been of great absorption to hundreds of thousands of international tourists. You can easily find its image on many famous Vietnamese paintings, money, souvenirs, even the miniatures of this hallowed pagoda.
Opening times: 8.00 – 17.00 every day. Free entrance
Note: Long clot
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hanoi is a city of lakes and Hoan Kiem is one of the most popular with visitors. Superbly scenic and serene, the lake provides a habitat for soft-shell turtles and contains many picturesque pagodas and small bridges.
513 locals recommend
Hoàn Kiếm Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hanoi is a city of lakes and Hoan Kiem is one of the most popular with visitors. Superbly scenic and serene, the lake provides a habitat for soft-shell turtles and contains many picturesque pagodas and small bridges.
The Presidential Palace
Although Ho Chi Minh obstinately refused to stay there, the Presidential Palace in Hanoi is a remarkable landmark. Built by the French at the turn of the last century in Italian Renaissance style, the palace serves as a government house today. Visitors can walk the grounds for a small price.
8 locals recommend
Presidential Palace
2 Hùng VươngThe Presidential Palace
Although Ho Chi Minh obstinately refused to stay there, the Presidential Palace in Hanoi is a remarkable landmark. Built by the French at the turn of the last century in Italian Renaissance style, the palace serves as a government house today. Visitors can walk the grounds for a small price.
Vietnam National Museum of History
1 Đường Trần Quang KhảiWest Lake
West Lake is first in size in Hanoi and is extremely popular with locals and visitors alike. Pagodas, restaurants and hotels line the body of water and serve as lively focal points.
249 locals recommend
West Lake
D8, 14 Thụy KhuêWest Lake
West Lake is first in size in Hanoi and is extremely popular with locals and visitors alike. Pagodas, restaurants and hotels line the body of water and serve as lively focal points.
Tran Quoc pagoda
Located on a small peninsula on the eastern part of West Lake, (near the end of Thanh Nien road, Ba Dinh district), Tran Quoc Pagoda is one of the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi and in Vietnam. With more than 1500 years of history since constructed, this pagoda was as famous as the most hallowed Buddhism center in Hanoi that it attracts a large numbers of Buddhists and tourists coming here every year.
92 locals recommend
Chùa Trấn Quốc - Thanh Niên
Đường Thanh Niên
Tran Quoc pagoda
Located on a small peninsula on the eastern part of West Lake, (near the end of Thanh Nien road, Ba Dinh district), Tran Quoc Pagoda is one of the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi and in Vietnam. With more than 1500 years of history since constructed, this pagoda was as famous as the most hallowed Buddhism center in Hanoi that it attracts a large numbers of Buddhists and tourists coming here every year.
Parks & Nature
Discover the spectacular Vietnamese countryside by bike and boat on a captivating small-group tour from Hanoi. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on a bike ride through beautiful back roads and verdant rice fields; visit the majestic ancient capital of Hoa Lu to see the home of the country’s first emperor; and revitalize with a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Cruise the sparkling waters of Tam Coc in a traditional wooden rowboat and capture magnificent vistas dotted with limestone karsts. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour. Highlights Small-group tour of the Ninh Binh countryside from Hanoi Step back in time to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu Cruise the waterw
23 locals recommend
Ninh Bình
Discover the spectacular Vietnamese countryside by bike and boat on a captivating small-group tour from Hanoi. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on a bike ride through beautiful back roads and verdant rice fields; visit the majestic ancient capital of Hoa Lu to see the home of the country’s first emperor; and revitalize with a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Cruise the sparkling waters of Tam Coc in a traditional wooden rowboat and capture magnificent vistas dotted with limestone karsts. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour. Highlights Small-group tour of the Ninh Binh countryside from Hanoi Step back in time to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu Cruise the waterw
Visit the Perfume Pagoda on a full-day trip from Hanoi that includes round-trip hotel transport, a scenic boat trip, lunch, admission, and a cable car ride to the mountain top pilgrimage site. Follow a short trail into a cave shrine, experience Vietnam's Buddhist heritage, and explore a scenic landscape of karst cliffs and rice paddies. Highlights 8-hour tour to Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi Travel by boat and see the landscape from the water Cable car ride to a mountain shrine Lunch included Entrance fees included Round trip hotel transfer included What You Can Expect Begin with pickup at your hotel in Hanoi, and travel into the countryside by air-conditioned bus.
Perfume Pagoda Tour
Visit the Perfume Pagoda on a full-day trip from Hanoi that includes round-trip hotel transport, a scenic boat trip, lunch, admission, and a cable car ride to the mountain top pilgrimage site. Follow a short trail into a cave shrine, experience Vietnam's Buddhist heritage, and explore a scenic landscape of karst cliffs and rice paddies. Highlights 8-hour tour to Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi Travel by boat and see the landscape from the water Cable car ride to a mountain shrine Lunch included Entrance fees included Round trip hotel transfer included What You Can Expect Begin with pickup at your hotel in Hanoi, and travel into the countryside by air-conditioned bus.
A private day-excursion to Cuc Phuong National park in Ninh Binh. Through this special trip, you'll explore the beauty of nature by visiting the dense, grass jungle valley, seeing the giant ancient tree and various fauna and flora. In addition, rare primates are available for tourists to see and take photographs. Highlights Family friendly Ideal choice for families Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city Free hotel pickup and drop-off included Lunch included Informative, friendly and professional guide
17 locals recommend
Cuc Phuong National Park
A private day-excursion to Cuc Phuong National park in Ninh Binh. Through this special trip, you'll explore the beauty of nature by visiting the dense, grass jungle valley, seeing the giant ancient tree and various fauna and flora. In addition, rare primates are available for tourists to see and take photographs. Highlights Family friendly Ideal choice for families Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city Free hotel pickup and drop-off included Lunch included Informative, friendly and professional guide
Essentials
VINCOM MEGA MALL TIMES CITY - VIETNAM’S LEADING SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT PARADISE
01/14/2012 09:28
Address: 458 Minh Khai Street – Hai Ba Trung District – Hanoi
Set over a huge area Vincom Mega Mall (VMM) Times City is a continuous underground complex set underneath Times City or “City of the new era”.
With a comprehensive set of services, entertainment and retail “wonders”, VMM Times City has formed a chain of educational, recreational, shopping and tourism spots, with the slogan “One destination – thousands of smiles.” This relatively new experience in Vietnam perfectly combines sightseeing, shopping, social engagement and particularly, family entertainment.
26 locals recommend
Vincom Mega Mall Times City
458 P. Minh Khai
VINCOM MEGA MALL TIMES CITY - VIETNAM’S LEADING SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT PARADISE
01/14/2012 09:28
Address: 458 Minh Khai Street – Hai Ba Trung District – Hanoi
Set over a huge area Vincom Mega Mall (VMM) Times City is a continuous underground complex set underneath Times City or “City of the new era”.
With a comprehensive set of services, entertainment and retail “wonders”, VMM Times City has formed a chain of educational, recreational, shopping and tourism spots, with the slogan “One destination – thousands of smiles.” This relatively new experience in Vietnam perfectly combines sightseeing, shopping, social engagement and particularly, family entertainment.