Flavors of Hanoi: Exploring the City's Vibrant Street Food Scene with Small Group

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Guru: Sang
Quality Verified Registered on August 12, 2022

My name is Sang and my friend is Nam. We really love this city, and I would like to show you why! We cover everything from the city’s history from the past to its present, fun facts, culture, nightlife, and its hidden area. We are storytellers about Hanoi life, culture, history, if you are looking for a friend in Hanoi, please contact me, you and I are not perfect, we meet as well. already a predestined relationship, we will help each other improve and become better every day 1%. Let's start with the question why do you want to book this tour? Every place we build a tour program like this, we believe that this tour makes a difference in terms of Culture, History, People,....we always try to improve the tour and bring the best experience for tourists in Hanoi. So, what are you waiting for, do not join us to create a more beautiful Hanoi Join us and let’s discover Hanoi together!

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description


This is not just an ordinary tour, it's special in that it also contains interesting stories about the foods you will try, we will also take you on a food tour from north to south and from south to north, from Vietnamese appetizers, main dishes and desserts, you will understand more about the culture of Hanoians in particular and Vietnamese people in general, if you are looking for a food tour that looks as luxurious as eating in a 5-star hotel, then it is probably not suitable for you. And not only food tour, but we also take you to discover hidden alleys of Hanoi at night, interesting with tiny house, and i bet you have not heard the sentence, Hanoi is probably the most beautiful at night.

Discovering Hanoi’s Old Quarter street foods can be a leap of faith without a guide to steer you to the must-eats and prevent you getting lost. With this small-group tour, you’ll visit tried-and-trusted food spots to sample classics, such as Banh bao, Grilled oysters ,Mix noodle salad ,crispy pancake, fried spring roll, egg coffee and more, all with a guide to describe each dish and help you navigate. 

When in Hanoi, exploring the city's street food scene is a must-do activity. Here are some of the most delicious dishes to try:

  1. Vietnamese grilled rice paper is a super popular Vietnamese street food snack, easily cooked at home with any toppings you have on hand.
  2. Grilled Oysters (Hao nuong): Fresh oysters grilled with spring onions, peanuts, and garlic, served with a tangy dipping sauce.
  3. Grilled Spring Rolls (Nem nuong): Grilled pork skewers served with crispy rice paper rolls, fresh herbs, and a sweet and spicy sauce.
  4. Mix Noodle Salad (Bun bo tron Nam Bo): Bun bo nam bo is a traditional Vietnamese dish. The name holds a key to its basic ingredients and the location – bun means noodle, bo is for beef, and nam bo refers to the South of the country
  5. Vietnamese Pancakes (Banh xeo): A crispy and savory pancake made with rice flour, turmeric, coconut milk, shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts, served with lettuce and herbs.
  6. Desserts: Cool down with some traditional Vietnamese sweets like Che, a sweet and creamy dessert soup made with coconut milk, beans, and fruits, or Vietnamese Egg Coffee, a rich and frothy coffee topped with whipped egg yolk and condensed milk.




Hanoi's street food scene is a must-try for anyone visiting the city. Make sure to explore the small alleyways and hidden street stalls to find the best dishes, and don't be afraid to try something new!



AUTHENTIC eateries to enjoy traditional delicious dishes

Our tours are free, you only need to pay for the foods the tours. If you are allergic to any food please let us know, and if you are vegetarian please tell us, so that we can arrange the most reasonable way
 
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour)

Thank you and cheers!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Số 2 P. Đinh Liệt, Hàng Đào, Hoàn Kiế...
    Số 2 P. Đinh Liệt, Hàng Đào, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
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  • 1
    Outside visit
    Che 95

    Vietnamese Floating Rice Cake (Banh Troi): This sweet dessert is made with glutinous rice flour and filled with mung bean paste, served with a sweet syrup made of sugar, ginger, and water.

  • 2
    Outside visit
    Bún Bò Nam Bộ Bách Phương

    You can try many kinds of pho in Vietnam and all are served with broth, but there is a special kind of pho that you are hard to find without locals.

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Nha Hang Mr Bay Mien Tay - BANH XEO

    We will not lead you to try dishes that are easy to find in Hanoi such as Pho, Bun Cha, but instead are secret eateries that only locals know.

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Đinh Café

    Not only coffee but we also have a lot of local drinks so try here if you have tried egg coffee already.

  • 5
    Outside visit
    44 Phố Hàng Giầy

    Grilled Oysters (Hau nuong): Fresh oysters grilled with spring onions, peanuts, and garlic, served with a tangy dipping sauce.

  • 6
    Outside visit
    Phố Ấu Triệu

    Grilled Spring Rolls (Nem nuong): Grilled pork skewers served with crispy rice paper rolls, fresh herbs, and a sweet and spicy sauce.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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Chri... 06 Jun 2023
Rostock

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Travelled in couple - Jun 2023
We had fun on the tour.
Joshua 19 Apr 2023
Mexico City

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed my tour with Sang and his friend, Nam. We even returned to some of the restaurants we visited together later in our trip! Highly recommended for newcomers to Vietnam.
Caro... 09 Apr 2023
Geneva

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2023
We had an amazing time with Nathan. We ate super well, met some great people and learned so much. I highly recommend this yummy street food tour with him!
Adriana 30 Mar 2023
Mueang Chiang Rai

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Travelled alone - Mar 2023
Nathan, our guide for tonight, was very well prepared and had a lot of knowledge to share. The tour was fun and the food was delicious. He showed us Hanoi's main dishes and told us all about them. Showed us the right way to eat them, etc. Super recommended.
Sarah 18 Mar 2023
San Diego

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Travelled in group - Mar 2023
Sand and Nathan were so great! Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to! We tried a lot of good food and learned a lot of information! When there was an unexpected hiccup in the plan, they fixed it very easily! Thank you guys so much for showing us around Hanoi!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 10 people.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour requires the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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