“Every bite of street food is a journey, a story waiting to be told.” – Benjamin Lee.
Embark on a whirlwind culinary journey through the bustling streets of Hanoi and indulge in a delicious array of local street food delights with our local guide. In just three hours, you’ll get a taste of Hanoi’s vibrant flavors, from savory Banh My and Pho Tron to refreshing Bia Hoi and delightful egg coffee. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and experience the best of Hanoi’s street food scene. Here are some of our highlights.
TOUR INFORMATION
Duration: 3 – 3.5 hours
Avg. Age: 10+
Trip style: Group or Private
Max People: 10
Starting point: Your Hotel
Ending point: Your Hotel
From US$30/person
Itinerary
Kick off the your taste buds with Pho Tron (Noodle Salad). This dish features shredded chicken, vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing. The refreshing combination of flavors and the satisfying texture of the noodles make this a perfect option. Sit among the locals and enjoy the bustling ambiance.
After that, sink your teeth into a crispy baguette – Banh My filled with your choice of grilled meats, pâté, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs. Let the combination of flavors and textures create a symphony in your mouth, setting the stage for an exciting culinary adventure.
No street food tour in Hanoi is complete without a stop at a bia hoi joint. Head to Bia Hoi Corner, a lively area where you can savor the local specialty—fresh draft beer. Pull up a small plastic stool, join the locals, and enjoy the light, crisp taste of the beer while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Hanoi’s streets. If you are non-alcoholic, sugar cane juice is a great alternative for tropical taste.
Indulge in Hanoi’s traditional rice cakes at a local vendor’s. Banh Cuon, is a delicate steamed rice roll filled with minced pork and wood ear mushrooms. Another alternative is Banh Xeo, of which name comes from the sound (sizzling) when being cooked on the hot frying pan. The savory made of rice flour, water and turmeric powder. Both dishes showcase the delicate flavors and skillful craftsmanship of Hanoi’s culinary traditions.
Last but not least, satisfy your caffeine cravings with a visit to a local cafe, a hidden gem tucked away in the city’s Old Quarter. Experience the unique pleasure of sipping on traditional Vietnamese egg coffee. The rich, creamy blend of coffee and whipped egg yolk creates a luscious and indulgent beverage that will leave you wanting more. This the highlight of the tour as we are visiting the original family who created this delight and listen to the story of egg coffee creation.
End your street food tour on a sweet note with a visit to a local dessert spot. Sample traditional Vietnamese sweets like sticky rice ice cream, a refreshing dessert balance with the sweetness of ice cream and fragrant young sticky rice. Delight in the medley of flavors and textures as you indulge in these sweet treats, providing the perfect finale to your culinary adventure. Then walk back the hotel.
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INCLUSIONS
Transport:
- Walking
Activities:
- All the sample food and drink tastings
- Private local expert.
Note
- The tasting dishes are subjected to change due to the time of the day, seasonal ingredients and your requested diet.
- Vegetarian or Vegan food is also available.
- You must be 18 years or older to book a ticket, or must be accompanied by an adult.
- Since the tour is walking tour in the old town, we pick the travelers up at their own hotel as long as it’s located in the old quarter. If not, there is an extra for taxi.
Tour Highlights
Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Baguette)
Start your tour at a popular street vendor serving mouthwatering Banh Mi. Sink your teeth into a crispy baguette filled with your choice of grilled meats, pâté, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.
Phở Trộn (Mixed Pho)
This dish features shredded chicken, vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing. The refreshing combination of flavors and the satisfying texture of the noodles make this a perfect option.
Bia Hơi (Fresh Draft Beer)
No street food tour in Hanoi is complete without a stop at a Bia Hoi joint. Head to Bia Hoi Corner, a lively area where you can savor the local specialty—fresh draft beer. Pull up a small plastic stool, join the locals, and enjoy the light, crisp taste of the beer while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Hanoi’s streets.
Bánh Cuốn (Rice Cakes) or Bánh Xèo (Crispy Rice Pancake)
Indulge in Hanoi’s traditional rice cakes at a local vendor’s. Banh Cuon is a delicate steamed rice roll filled with minced pork and wood ear mushrooms. Another alternative is Banh Xeo, of which name comes from the sound (sizzling) when being cooked on the hot frying pan. The savory made of rice flour, water and turmeric powder.
Cà phê trứng (Egg Coffee)
Satisfy your caffeine cravings with a visit to a local coffee shop. The rich, creamy blend of coffee and whipped egg yolk creates a luscious and indulgent beverage that will leave you wanting more. This the highlight of the tour.
Dessert
End your street food tour on a sweet note with a visit to a local dessert spot. Sample traditional Vietnamese sweets like Ice Cream Sticky Rice, a refreshing dessert balance with the sweetness of ice cream and fragrant young sticky rice.
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