Hanoi Street Food Tour During Lunar New Year
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12 restaurants in Hà Nội featured in a youtube post by Doobydobap, verified on Google Maps: Cong Cafe – Nha Tho, Bánh cuốn nóng Hồng Anh, Chè Sắn Nóng Lý Quốc Sư, and 9 more.
Cong Cafe – Nha Tho
Coffee shop
4.2
This popular cafe is known for its refreshing drinks and unique atmosphere. A recommended item is the sugarcane coffee, which features freshly squeezed sugarcane juice with two shots of espresso and a hint of rosemary. It offers a dark, molasses-like sweetness that complements the coffee. The cafe's interior, designed with bamboo architecture, creates a cozy, home-like feel.
Bánh cuốn nóng Hồng Anh
Family restaurant
4.9
This popular street food stall specializes in Bánh Cuốn Nóng, a steamed rice roll. The rice flour and water batter is spread thinly on a hot plate, steamed, and then filled with beef and wood ear mushrooms. Topped with crispy fried onions and served with fish sauce, it's a savory and texturally appealing dish.
Chè Sắn Nóng Lý Quốc Sư
Food
3.6
This stall offers a range of traditional Vietnamese desserts, including Chè. A highlight is Bánh Trôi Tàu, a ginger-infused soup with rice balls, similar to tangyuan. The rice balls have a chewy texture with a sweet, nutty filling, and are served in a warm, sweet, and mildly spicy ginger broth, topped with peanuts and coconut flakes. The grass jelly is also recommended. It's a popular spot for a post-dinner treat, particularly favored during Vietnamese New Year.
Bún Chả Số 1 Hàng Mành
Restaurant
3.0
This renowned Bún Chả restaurant, open since 1966, serves the quintessential Hanoi dish. It features grilled pork patties and slices of pork belly served in a warm, sweet, and savory broth. The dish is accompanied by rice vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and a side of pickled papaya. The generous portions and the combination of tender meat, refreshing herbs, and flavorful broth make it a must-try. Be sure to add some fresh garlic and chili to your broth for an extra kick.
Chè khúc bạch Linh Linhh
Dessert shop
4.4
This dessert shop offers a popular Vietnamese dessert called Chè, a coconut yogurt pudding. It includes grass jelly, coconut flakes, chia seeds, various fruits, and tapioca pearls, providing a sticky and chewy texture. This is a refreshing, not-too-sweet dessert, reminiscent of a coconut-flavored bubble tea.
Nem Chua Rán Thành Xăm
Restaurant
4.0
This street stall specializes in various fried snacks, reminiscent of an Irish 'spice bag.' The combo option includes crispy pork, French fries, cheese sticks, and an assortment of sauces, all served on a banana leaf. The Nem Chua Ran, or crispy pork spring rolls, are a highlight, featuring a savory, spicy, and tangy pork filling with black pepper. The food is noted for its super buttery flavor and serves as an excellent beer snack, especially when paired with the local Tra Quat (calamansi and kumquat juice).
Nộm thịt Bò khô Hải Sinh
Bistro
4.3
This popular eatery specializes in Nộm Thịt Bò Khô, a dried beef Vietnamese papaya salad. This dish features various processed beef toppings, such as beef shavings and jerky, mixed with herbs. Unlike Thai papaya salad, it is not spicy and offers a refreshing flavor. It's known for its efficient 'drive-thru' style service for moped riders and its secret fish sauce recipe.
Bún Cá Sâm Cây Si
Asian restaurant
4.4
This street-side stall specializes in Bún Cá, a fish noodle soup with rice noodles, fried fish cakes, and fried fish skin in a light, fresh, non-oily fish broth. The soup is garnished with lemongrass, star anise, pineapple, and tomatoes. Diners can add calamansi for acidity and fish sauce for extra flavor. The fried fish roll, made with a pork filling and panko-like breading, is another recommended side dish that stays crispy even after being dipped in sauce.
Bánh mì Phố
Sandwich shop
4.3
This spot is celebrated for its Bánh Mì Phố, a traditional Vietnamese sandwich. It features a crusty baguette filled with pork, pickled vegetables, and a flavorful pork broth. Diners can customize their sandwich with pâté, mayonnaise, and hot sauce. The shop is well-known in Hanoi, with its packaging frequently seen around the city.
Lẩu Nướng Bà Oanh
Barbecue restaurant
4.9
This street-side restaurant specializes in grilled chicken, offering various parts like chicken feet, wings, thighs, and gizzards. The chicken is grilled over charcoal and basted with a sweet and sticky glaze, resulting in smoky, crispy, and caramelized skin while keeping the meat juicy. It's a popular spot for a beer snack, offering a lively street food experience.
Vân Mít Bánh Mì
Sandwich shop
4.8
This bánh mì stall offers a hearty and satisfying sandwich with perfectly grilled pork. The pork is cooked fresh on a charcoal grill, giving it a smoky flavor. The sandwich is generously filled with pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and a creamy, savory sauce that melts into the warm bread. The bread is notably crispy and fluffy, making it a favorite for many.
Bún Ốc Cô Thêm
Restaurant
4.0
This stall offers a Hanoi specialty, Bún Ốc Phố Cổ, a tomato-based snail noodle soup. The broth is a flavorful mix of spicy, savory, and acidic notes, complemented by crunchy snails and crumbled crab meat. It's often served with fried tofu and includes a quail egg, offering a unique textural and flavor experience.
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