The Flavors of Hanoi – The Heart of Vietnamese Cuisine

Walking street food tour (Around 3,5 hours): Cha Ca Thang Long – Bun Cha – Spring Rolls – Ly Quoc Su noodle – Egg coffee – Seasonal fruit
Tour include: Food fee in tour + English tour guide, pick up/drop off in the Old Quarter, Ha Noi.

Cha Ca Thang Long: This famous dish features grilled fish, typically snakehead fish, marinated with turmeric and dill, then fried and served with vermicelli noodles, peanuts, and herbs. Enjoyed with a side of nuoc mam (fish sauce), it is a flavorful and aromatic dish that has been a local favorite for generations at Cha Ca Thang Long restaurant.

Bun Cha: A Hanoi specialty, this dish includes grilled pork (both patties and belly) served in a bowl of rich, savory broth with a side of bun (rice noodles). The sweet and tangy dipping sauce with fresh herbs adds layers of flavor, making it a must-try dish in the Hang Manh street.

Spring Rolls: A popular snack, Vietnamese spring rolls come in various forms, including fried or fresh (gỏi cuốn). The fresh version is made with shrimp, pork, rice noodles, and herbs, wrapped in rice paper, and served with a delicious peanut dipping sauce. The crispy fried spring rolls are filled with minced pork and mushrooms, offering a satisfying crunch with each bite.

Ly Quoc Su Noodle: This legendary spot serves some of the best pho in Hanoi. The dish features a rich, aromatic broth made from beef or chicken, served with fresh rice noodles, and garnished with herbs, lime, and chili. A warm, comforting bowl of pho from Pho Ly Quoc Su is the perfect introduction to the city’s food culture.

Egg Coffee: A unique Vietnamese creation, egg coffee (Cà Phê Trứng) combines egg yolks, condensed milk, sugar, and hot coffee, whipped into a creamy, frothy drink. It’s sweet, rich, and surprisingly delicious—a Hanoi specialty that offers an unforgettable caffeine fix.

Fruits: Vietnamese markets are full of exotic fruits, and the food tour wouldn’t be complete without a refreshing taste of local varieties like mango, or pinapple,…. These fruits, often served chilled, offer a sweet, juicy contrast to the savory dishes of the tour.