Gastonomy

The gastronomy of Hanoi, flavours of the Vietnamese capital

In Hanoi, gastronomy is part of the landscape as much as the streets, the markets and the temples: here, eating is an art of living. The Hanoi audio-guided tour dwells on these flavours, which tell the identity of the Vietnamese capital, to be discovered along the lanes.

A fragrant and refined street cuisine

The gastronomy of Hanoi is famous for its street cuisine, fragrant and full of freshness. The most emblematic speciality is pho, the famous noodle soup, followed by bun cha, vermicelli accompanied by grilled pork, and banh mi, the Vietnamese sandwich. Fresh herbs, spices and a clever balance of flavours characterise this cuisine, to be enjoyed on the little stools of the street stalls.

What to taste

To discover the flavours of Hanoi, you taste pho, bun cha and banh mi, as well as the many street specialities of the city. The stalls of the old quarter and the markets are the best places to get a first taste. It is a tasty and convivial way to understand the art of living of the Vietnamese capital.

Practical information

The gastronomy of Hanoi can be discovered almost everywhere in the city, from the street stalls of the old quarter to the markets, reachable on foot. There is no single place: it is an experience to be had during the walk. The establishments have their own hours; it is best to favour busy addresses and to watch the freshness of the dishes.

What is the most famous speciality of Hanoi?

Pho, the famous Vietnamese noodle soup, alongside bun cha and banh mi, the Vietnamese sandwich.

Where can you taste the cuisine of Hanoi?

In the street stalls of the old quarter and at the markets of the city, during the walk in the capital.