The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, is well known for its mouthwatering home cooked cuisine and rich gastronomic legacy. Here are some of the top restaurants to take into account if you want to indulge in real Vietnamese home cuisine and are about to travel to Hanoi.
Established in 2019, Tam Vi is a restaurant located on a small street in Yen The, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi with a name composed of the name of Mrs. Tam – mother of Ms. Mai Anh (home restaurant owner) and “vi", meaning taste. Besides, “Tam Vi" also means the perfect, complete, not too much, not too little in flavor. Just enough fresh ingredients in the early morning market, just enough affection and thoughtfulness of the cook’s hands.
Talking about the birth of Tam Vi, the idea of opening a restaurant of the mother and daughter originated from the desire to serve traditional Vietnamese meals to family members. Coming from a large family with a traditional family culture, cooking sometimes becomes a “big deal”, requiring meticulous care. The people who started Tam Vi were simply passionate about cooking. Their simple wish was to open a small shop, serving the everyday dishes of Vietnamese people.
“Tam Vi is home-cooked meals in the memories of Dong Kinh” – The home restaurant wishes to create delicious dishes like “mother’s cooking” with simple ingredients but the flavors are extremely memorable. Tam Vi not only focuses on the dishes, but also pays special attention to the space and service to create a complete culinary experience for each diner when coming here. Perhaps that is why the restaurant increasingly attracts a large number of tourists and local customers to visit when they crave the taste of a home-cooked meal.
“Tam Vi is a restaurant located on a small street of Yen The, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi. In the midst of the hustle and bustle of modern life, Tam Vi home restaurant still maintains its classic features as a place for peace of mind. It is a quiet two-story wooden house, with about 20 tables, serving about 100 diners at a time. From the walls, ceiling, floor, stairs, old tables and chairs, bamboo chopsticks, all recreate the ancient house. In addition, the restaurant has a small yard with many trees, suitable for sitting on cool days. You can enjoy a cool meal in a relaxing, peaceful space. Tam Vi’s menu has more than 100 dishes in the style of “mother’s cooking" very close. Besides the three fixed trays of Huu Thanh, Nam Phong and Trung Bac, you can also choose any tray of rice to your liking, with delicious and attractive dishes. Among them, the most popular dishes are braised fish, fried eggs, fried tofu, boiled water spinach, crab soup, shrimp soup with gourd, braised pork with eggs, pickled cucumbers, cabbage rolls with meat… These are just simple, familiar dishes but still enough to “make diners miss" with their rich, delicious flavors. The dishes on the menu of Tam Vi restaurant are more expensive than the average of Vietnamese restaurants, however, I find the quality of the dishes completely worth the price. Every dish is fresh and delicious, with a rich flavor, balanced with just the right amount of salt and sweet, so it suits the taste of not only Vietnamese people but also foreign diners.”
“The restaurant has a quite comfortable space. The food has a home taste, but not very full-flavored. The appetizers and desserts are delicious, but most of the main dishes do not have the original flavor of the dish.”
“Northern style food, I went to eat with my Japanese boss. The food felt like a home-cooked meal. The restaurant is decorated in the style of an old Vietnamese house, with familiar bamboo wood. Fast and enthusiastic service.”
Nestled on the 11th floor of the GM Premium Hotel in the center of the Old Quarter, Viet Restaurant Hang Bong presents a great home dining experience. Our restaurant cleverly combines the distinctive tastes of Vietnamese cuisine with a contemporary environment. Our well chosen menu highlights Vietnam’s rich gastronomic legacy by adding a bit of inventiveness to every dish. The delicious smells will set the scene for a remarkable dining experience from the time you walk in. The cozy atmosphere of our restaurant and breathtaking views of Hanoi’s Old Quarter provide the ideal setting for a relaxed dinner. Whether you’re savoring the sunset or appreciating the cityscape through our large windows, Viet Restaurant presents a unique viewpoint on Vietnamese cuisine matched by the starry and moonlit vistas from the Solar Sky Bar on the 12th level.
Our goal at Viet Restaurant is to surpass the expectations of our patrons and offer a really first-rate eating experience. Visit us and savor our polite hospitality while letting your taste receptors appreciate the harmonic mix of flavors.
“Good service staff *Mr Scott*. The restaurant has delicious food. The space is quiet and peaceful. The delicious dishes I find delicious are Hanoi spring rolls and bun cha. Everyone should try them.”
“Last Valentine’s Day, my husband and I booked a table here for dinner. I must say it was the right choice. The space is decorated in two colors, black and red, very romantic and luxurious. The staff is enthusiastic and friendly. The food is beyond words, delicious and beautifully presented. You don’t have to worry too much about the price because I find the price here quite reasonable, with a very diverse and rich Western and Vietnamese menu. Next time, I will definitely have the opportunity to come back. Thank you Mam Com Viet very much for the recent experience.”
“This is a great place for those who want to enjoy Vietnamese food, luxurious space, friendly and enthusiastic staff. My family and I had a great experience with the home restaurant. Highly recommend”
Foodies have long been captivated by Indochinese cuisine, which has a fascinating history and is an essential part of any trip to Asia.
If you are interested in learning the delicate Indochinese cooking techniques, you should go to the East. Here, with the help of the impeccable service, patrons may enjoy the best of both worlds: the authentic flavors of authentic street cuisine and the refined, unique tastes of fine Asian dining.
At The East, we offer a dining experience that stays loyal to the natural flavors of the home food while also featuring visually appealing and tempting dishes.
“From Farm to Table"
At The East, you may savor the genuine freshness!
“Located on a small alley in Hanoi, Indochine blends into the quietness of the surrounding area with an old house built during the colonial period in Hanoi. The restaurant does not have a prominent appearance because it is simply an old-style house. Only when stepping inside the house can I feel the soul of Hanoi with the antique wooden furniture and the quiet Hanoi scenery along the wall. All the staff here are dressed in traditional Vietnamese costumes, contributing to creating an authentic corner of Hanoi. Indochine’s main menu is definitely Hanoi and Vietnamese dishes, some suggestions for gourmets are scallop rolls; shrimp rolls with scallop sauce; braised ling sam, Indochine soup and Indochine fried rice. Famous Vietnamese wines such as Nep and Lua Moi can also be found here. Indochine helps me feel both familiar and strange Vietnamese dishes in the cozy space of the restaurant.”
“Enthusiastic Delicious food Fast service Clean Easy to find Fun Airy Beautiful design Rich food Will come back and recommend to friends”
“My group of friends and I chose The East restaurant through Michelin’s guide. The food here is delicious, affordable, the staff is enthusiastic, the restaurant space is cozy like at home.”
In the heart of the bustling capital, Chao Ban Vietnamese Restaurant has a simple, rustic and quiet space. The space reminds us of the familiar old village picture. That is what attracts many domestic and foreign guests to visit for parties such as birthdays, conferences, etc.
The restaurant menu focuses on Vietnamese dishes that are adapted to the taste of diners. You will be surprised by the rich and diverse dishes prepared by talented and experienced chefs. The Chao Ban Vietnamese Restaurant menu is very diverse, including everything from family dishes such as rice – noodles, hot pot, soup, vegetables, … to snacks such as salads, soups, … or even drinking dishes. All ingredients are carefully selected, meticulously processed and seasoned to create a delicious meal that will satisfy all diners.
The service staff is always enthusiastic, bringing satisfaction to you. Coming to the restaurant, you will have comfortable and relaxing moments to enjoy the rustic cuisine with rich flavors of Vietnamese food.
“A truly impressive lunch for this business trip, lovely space, super warm service and of course 10/10 food. Bonus: the early autumn atmosphere of Hanoi is really the best!
“Nice ambient..warm..excellent food..very recomended 😉 Prawn in coconut cream..fried spring rolls..oven sea bass in banana leaf. . Grilled pork with Mac Mat leaves..🤤”
“We had a delicious meal at Chao Ban, couldn’t recommend more! We ordered coconut prawns which were very nice and pork stuffed squid which was exceptional. Definitely worth a trip!
Hanoi’s Vietnamese home cooking restaurants provide a distinctive dining experience combining the rich tastes of traditional Vietnamese cuisine with the coziness of home-cooked food. Many times using fresh ingredients and time-honored traditions, these eateries produce meals that are not only great but also healthy.
If you would want to explore more of Hanoi’s gastronomic scene, think about booking a cuisine trip. Along with excursions to neighborhood markets, cooking lessons, and dining at some of the city’s top home cooking restaurants, these trips sometimes feature A food tour is the ideal approach to savor the several tastes of Vietnamese cuisine and really engage in the local way of life.
Don’t miss the chance to sample the real flavors of Vietnamese home cooking at these excellent establishments whilst in Hanoi. Each Tam Vi Restaurant, Viet Restaurant Hang Bong, The East, and Chao Ban Vietnamese Restaurant presents a different dining experience highlighting the finest of Vietnamese cuisine. These eateries will definitely create a lasting impact regardless of your taste in cuisine or just desire to experiment.
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What's included in this trip :
3 STAR HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM SELECTED
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Hanoi 3-star Hotels |
Adamas Deluxe City |
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3-star Halong Bay Cruises |
Swan Cruise Deluxe |
SWAN CRUISE HALONG BAY Refer: http://swancruiseshalong.com/ |
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Hanoi 4-star Hotels |
The light deluxe with window |
THE LIGHT HOTEL HANOI Refer: thelighthotelhanoi.com/en/ |
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4-star Halong Bay Cruises |
Sealife Suite Canbin |
HUONG HAI SEALIFE CRUISE HALONG BAY Refer: www.sealifegroup.com |
5 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED
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Hanoi 5-star hotels |
Deluxe Sketch Apricot Hotel |
APRICOT HOTEL HANOI Refer: apricothotels.com/room/sketch |
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5-star Halong bay Cruises |
Deluxe Room with Ocean View Margaret |
MARGARET CRUISE HALONG BAY Refer: https://margaretcruises.com |
The hotels and cruise are subject to change to similar category in case of fully booked
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