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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
Bancong means "balcony" in Vietnamese (from the French balcon), and this multistory 1940s art deco mansion has plenty of them. The outdoor spaces overflow with flowers and pot plants, and make good spots to watch scenes of the Old Quarter unfold below. The menu is rather muddled, but the Vietnamese dishes, from bun cha to bun bo nam bo, are reliably good. So is the ca phe cot dua (iced coconut coffee), a Hanoi specialty.
2 Dinh Liet, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Iced coconut coffee
- Historic architecture
- Good bun cha
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$$ | Tay Ho District |
The outdoor area of this French-influenced venue is an ideal place for some very romantic dining and expat gatherings. The interior is equally convivial with stripped pine tables and wooden furniture. The food is a mixed bag of European dishes prepared and served with flare. They've also opened two more locations at 58 Dao Tan and 19 Doan Nhu Hai.
15 Ngo 45 To Ngoc Van, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Imported pork belly
- Wine and Champagne options
- Rotating menus
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
The main draw here is the convivial, bohemian atmosphere. Housed in a stunning 1920s French-colonial villa in a quiet part of the Old Quarter, the café is rustic and warm, with original tiles, wooden furnishings, and high ceilings. The menu has undergone quite an improvement in recent years, with fabulous breakfast and brunch options (the laksa is particularly good). An adequate list of wine and beers and regular music and art events make the café a decent bet in the evenings, too.
6 Hoi Vu St., Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Laksa
- Hip decor
- Live shows
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$$ | Tay Ho District |
Now gracing a French-style villa in West Lake (the restaurant used to be next to the Temple of Literature), this place can get packed with tour groups. The flavors here—from baked fish in banana leaf to bamboo beef—are bold and brilliant, and the menu is a mix of creative dishes. The fact that Koto (an acronym for "know one, teach one") is a charity restaurant that benefits street youth, is just the icing on the lemon cheesecake.
Alley 35 Dang Thai Mai, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Charity restaurant benefiting kids
- Tourist favorite
- Creative and delicious cuisine
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Little sister to Hanoi institution The Hanoi Social Club, Ma Xo is the place to go for coffee, cocktails, and quick bites. The menu features home brunch comforts and innovative creations, such as fresh spring rolls with duck, a modern take on the neighborhood's favorite dish. A pretty lakeside location only enhances the experience.
152 Tran Vu, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Comfort food
- Boho vibes
- Lake views
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$$ | Tay Ho District |
This beautiful bohemian villa serves up excellent food and an impressive farm-to-table ethos. They own two farms, one in Sapa and one in Soc Son, so all produce is carefully grown and selected. Vegetarian options abound, from goat cheese omelettes to vegan burgers, and the menu changes regularly to stay seasonal. Try one of their specialty coffee blends or a chai tea charger as you take in the views of the park opposite.
26 Quang Ba, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Tranquility
- Organic food
- Freshly roasted coffee
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
At this authentic Indian restaurant, the owners import herbs and spices directly from India. Flatbreads like paratha and naan are cooked in a genuine clay tandoor oven, and the impressive cone-shape dosa pancake stands 2 feet tall. The kebabs are grilled to perfection with spices and lime.
46 Tho Nhuom, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Northern and southern cuisine
- Many vegetarian dishes
- Excellent kebabs
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed 2–6 pm
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Vegans and vegetarians descend on this hole-in-the-wall ramen joint for their tofu, tempeh, and other meat alternatives, but the rich broth will likely tickle omnivores' taste buds, too. Fewer than ten seats face the Japanese ramen chef, so you can watch him meticulously prepare your meal before slurping it up.
105A2 Lac Chinh, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Intimate atmosphere
- Creative meat alternatives
- Rich ramen broth
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
Serving high-quality northern Vietnamese food to a loyal following of locals (and the occasional tourist from the attached De Syloia Hotel), Cay Cau has a broad menu of meat, fish, and vegetable dishes. The tofu is particularly tasty.
17 Tran Hung Dao, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Being long-established
- Huge menu
- Colorful staff uniforms
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$$ | Tay Ho District |
With three always-full locations, Chops is becoming a staple in Hanoi’s foodie community. Their slogan, "Hops, Wheat, Meat," says it all. All Chops burgers are made fresh daily from imported Australian beef and lamb and they bake their buns in-house every morning. They’ve got seriously good service and excel at keeping it simple.
4 Quang An, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Australian beef and lamb burgers
- Beer
- Seriously good service
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
This restaurant has plenty of gluten-free options and specializes in cooking classes. They operate two farms near Hanoi and grow most of their own food. They have a special vegetarian menu, and the setting is cozy, with exposed brick and bamboo furnishings. It's a nice place to sit down and enjoy a break from the frenetic pace outside.
44B Dao Duy Tu, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Special dishes served inside whole fresh coconuts
- Well-priced cooking excursions
- Reliable, if not exceptional, Vietnamese food
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$$ | Hai Ba Trung District |
The Japanese equivalent of your friendly neighborhood diner, this cozy restaurant is a longstanding favorite of older and affluent Hanoians. Reasonable prices encourage overindulgence in sushi or sashimi; the lunch specials are good value at around 200,000d. Seating is in small private rooms or at a long polished bar on the ground floor.
166 Trieu Viet Vuong St., Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Fresh sushi
- Friendly waitstaff
- Lunch specials
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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$$ | Tay Ho District |
This all-day cafe serves up some of West Lake's best coffee, with freshly baked cookies, cakes, and croissants to match. Tuck into overnight oats and fresh juice for brunch or peruse a small but thoughtful selection of sandwiches for lunch.
46 Tu Hoa, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Lunch set menu deals
- Creamy cappuccinos
- Rotating cake selection
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
Aimed more at tourists than at local clientele, this restaurant within a renovated French villa provides a good introduction to Vietnamese cuisine. Just bear in mind that portions of the tasty and beautifully presented dishes, such as beef in coconut milk, can be disappointingly small.
19 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Traditional outfits and music
- Vietnamese classics
- Small portions
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
Popular with tourists and native Hanoians alike, this is one of the few restaurants in the Old Quarter that manages to unite the two demographics. There is an à la carte menu as well as set menus, but locals usually prefer to go for the "popular" dishes, which involves pointing at steaming vats containing things such as noodle soup, eggplants with salt, and fried pork ribs. The food is freshly cooked and regularly replenished, and is reliably delicious whichever way you order.
72 Ma May, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- An enormous menu
- Excellent ribs
- Efficient service
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
This burger joint is a hit with worldly locals, who sit in the trendy dining rooms and chomp on artisanal French fries and what are probably Hanoi's best burgers. Ngoam loosely translates as "to open your mouth as wide as possible" and is therefore a fitting name for a place that serves tall burgers packed with delicious add-ons.
19 Chan Cam, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Creative wagyu beef burgers
- Cool and friendly staff
- Kombucha soft drinks
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Down a hidden alley in the Old Quarter, this quirky, three-tiered Hanoi hot spot has a rooftop terrace popular with travelers. Choose from a variety of coffees, teas, cocktails, and small bites. Antiques blended with hip decor give this bar plenty of character day and night.
Alley 89 Ma May, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Hip decor
- Good bar day or night
- Traveler favorite
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No credit cards
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
Open around the clock, Puku is nothing if not convenient. The international fare served won't have gourmands forming an orderly queue, but the quality is decent. While night owls appreciate the generous opening hours, the restaurant's forte is probably its breakfast options, which include a full range of eggs (Benedict, Florentine, Royale) and a hearty full English. Sports broadcasts, occasional live music, and movies add to the venue's appeal.
16-18 Tong Duy Tan St., Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- 24-hour dining
- Sports broadcasts
- Lots of egg and breakfast options
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$$ | Hoan Kiem District |
Known among Hanoi locals for its vast menu, this eatery has specialties from northern, central, and southern Vietnam. It's almost as popular for the old courtyard setting as for the decent food. The restaurant has additional branches in Ho Chi Minh City and elsewhere in Hanoi.
18 Phan Boi Chau St., Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Additional branches in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi
- Reasonable prices
- Unparalleled variety of street food
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$$ | Ba Dinh District |
Quan Cu means "old restaurant," which is a misleading title for this clean, efficient, and well-organized Vietnamese restaurant. The staff speak little English but an attractive picture menu makes ordering easy; try the grilled chicken, any dish with tofu, and the fresh morning glory stir-fried with garlic. Strangely, the dish for which Quan Cu is most famous for is bun thang (a chicken noodle soup dish different from pho), and yet it is decidedly mediocre.
31A Phan Dinh Phung, Hanoi, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Known For
- Traditional northern cuisine
- Cold Hanoi beer
- Bun thang (chicken noodle soup)