Hanoi has always been a paradise for food lovers thanks to its diverse culinary scene, offering from local specialties to international cuisines. The diversity serves the desires of both Hanoians and tourists seeking to explore the city’s identity. If you ever find it confusing to decide where to eat Hanoi’s authentic food, check out our take on six Hanoi food streets and some tips to get the best experience!
Where Are the Hanoi Food Streets?
Tong Duy Tan Street
Recommended visit hours: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tong Duy Tan Street is a name that cannot be missed when it comes to Hanoi food streets. It is a small valley near Ba Dinh Square and Hanoi Old Quarter, made familiar with low tables and plastic chairs under stalls standing next to each other.
The later the day is, the busier Tong Duy Tan Street gets. People streaming down to have dinner with their friends or families. The common choices are often Hotpot, BBQ, or seafood. Moreover, a lot of coffee shops and pubs that embrace Western vibe have been opened on the street to serve the rising demands of both locals and tourists.
Recommended Locations
Oc Ba Cam – 5 Tong Duy Tan
Pork Gruel – 1 Tong Duy Tan
“Banh Cuon” (Vietnamese rice pancake) – 11 Tong Duy Tan
Dinh Liet – Ta Hien Streets
Recommended visit hours: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
This street is popular with young Hanoi locals. It consists of two small roads, always full of vendors and actions. Besides food, you can find all kinds of goods being sold here such as clothing, souvenirs, books,… While Dinh Liet is more on the foodie side with a lot of popular street food like pandan jelly yogurt, “My Van than”, “Banh Mi”, snails,…; Ta Hien is more of a place for drinking and chilling out.
*Tips: Ask for the parking fee before deciding to park your vehicles!
Recommended Locations:
Huyen My – Pandan jelly yogurt – 5 Dinh Liet
My Van Than – 9A Dinh Liet
Dao Duy Tu Street
Recommended visit hours: 5:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Dao Duy Tu is also a very famous gathering spot for Hanoians. All the seats are placed right on the road so it creates such an open and approachable atmosphere. The most famous dish to come out of this street is grilled pork chops with fried rice, but you should also try “Che” (Vietnamese dessert soup).
Recommended Locations:
Rice with grilled pork chops – 47 Dao Duy Tu
Bun Moc – 10C, Dao Duy Tu Valley
Bun Ngan – 5 Dao Duy Tu
Che Khoai Mon – Taro sweet soup – 31 Dao Duy Tu
Nguyen Huu Huan Street
Recommended visit hours: All-day
Nguyen Huu Huan is one of the most famous Hanoi food streets for tourists. It is the birthplace of Hanoi Egg Coffee. The street is wide, ventilate and has kind of a touristy vibe that gives out a very chilling ambiance. Nguyen Huu Huan Street is also known for its tropical desserts such as yogurt and a very Hanoian classic: “Xoi Yen” (sticky rice) at number 35B.
Dong Xuan Market
Recommended visit hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM or at the weekends
Dong Xuan is one of Hanoi’s oldest yet most diverse markets, with more than 100 years of existence and renovation. In addition to being the biggest wholesaler in the northern part of Vietnam, the market is also home to vendors offering all kinds of local treats. You can find them all here: noodles, fried cakes, dried beef salad, and Che.
*Tips: Be careful when going into the market since the security here is very complicated and pickpockets usually happen!
St.Joseph’s Cathedral And The Surrounding Streets
Recommended visit hours: All-day
St.Joseph’s Cathedral is already famous for its gorgeous architecture and cultural value. However, the cuisine around it is not to be underestimated. The “Cathedral’s lime-tea culture” has been a popular trend for young locals, and the grilled fermented pork rolls at 10 Au Trieu Street will knock your socks off. You can also try authentic Hanoi pho at 10 Ly Quoc Su Street and eel vermicelli noodles at 1 Chan Cam Street.
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Klook.comLocal Tips to Enjoy Hanoi Food Streets
- You should prepare cash to pay for the food; small notes (VND 5,000 – 50,000) are preferred.
- We recommend researching beforehand and asking for the price to avoid being overcharged.
- Parking lots are hard to find, so we suggest you venture on foot.
- Ta Hien, Tong Duy Tan, and Dao Duy Tu are the best locations to go drinking.
- Don’t drink then drive! Protect yourself and others.
- Steer away from any potential scams and annoyances
Have Fun on Hanoi Food Streets
We hope that six Hanoi food streets that we suggest above can help you fulfill your trip with great excitement and “sa-taste-faction”. If you like our article or have any comments, please comment down below for us to know. Stay tuned for more insightful local guides into Vietnam Travel!