Old Quarter Food Tour in Hanoi
Description
Ditch the guidebook for a night and discover the backstreets of Hanoi’s old-quarter while visiting authentic mom n’ pop eateries and passing by some of the city’s most iconic sights. Make your own bahn mi, stroll through the city’s largest wet market, and try over 10 dishes on this journey through Vietnamese cuisine and culture!
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Itinerary
This tour starts at our first restaurant located on the north boundary of Hanoi’s old-quarter. Our last stop is on the south boundary of the old-quarter. An email will be sent with meeting location details immediately after booking.
Experience the heart of Hanoi’s food culture through iconic dishes like bánh cuốn, steamed rice rolls crafted with care by a third-generation owner, and cháo sườn sụn, a comforting creamy rice porridge. Visit the historic Long Biên Bridge for stunning sunset views and explore Hanoi’s central market, where you’ll sample delicious street snacks. Dive deeper into the city’s culinary traditions with a hands-on bánh mì making class led by a seasoned local vendor.
Savor the fragrant flavors of chả cá, grilled turmeric fish prepared tableside, and indulge in homemade desserts at a charming, nostalgic shop filled with rustic antiques. Cap off your evening with exclusive Vietnamese-inspired cocktails at a hidden speakeasy, tucked away from the bustling old quarter. This journey is a perfect fusion of Hanoi’s rich history, vibrant flavors, and the personal stories of the people behind its cuisine.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(136)
Absolutely great night hosted by Albert. Food was delicious, varied and has set us up well for eating and exploring more on the rest of our trip. Albert super knowledgeable and fun!
Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and found it a great start to your trip. It's wonderful to hear that Albert made your experience memorable with his knowledge and enthusiasm. Safe travels and enjoy the rest of your adventure!
I loved my food tour with Albert! She was so knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend Lost Plate and hope to take more tours with them in the future!
Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food tour with Albert. Your recommendation means a lot, and we look forward to hosting you on more tours in the future!
Albert is the best guide! She was so knowledgeable on the history and culture of Hanoi. So many hidden gems! Must do while in Hanoi!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour and discovered the hidden gems of Hanoi. It means a lot to us that Albert contributed positively to your experience. We hope to see you again for more memorable explorations!
Interesting and fun tour with lots of good food!
Tack för den positiva återkopplingen! Vi är glada att du uppskattade turen och maten. 🍴
Albert was so lovely and the information she shared was outstanding. The food at every stop was amazing my taste buds danced in my mouth.
Thank you for sharing your amazing experience! We're thrilled to hear about your enjoyment of the tour and the fantastic food experiences. Your feedback means a lot to us and helps us ensure quality and satisfaction for all our customers.
The food tour was one of the best we have done. Albert, our guide, was incredible. Very knowledgable, took us to some of the most amazing places and discussed the culture along the way through the back streets of Hanoi. We ate at places we would never of consider by ourselves.
We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the food tour and that Albert made your experience memorable. Exploring local culture and hidden spots is what we aim for. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm!
We had an amazing food tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter with Nam (Kevin). He was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the evening feel relaxed, fun, and not overly scripted. We tried a great variety of foods, including rice rolls, turmeric fish, porridge, traditional sweets, and cocktails. Every stop felt thoughtfully chosen and gave us a deeper look at Hanoi’s food culture beyond the usual tourist spots. Kevin also shared interesting local history and stories along the way. Highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring Hanoi's vibrant food culture with Kevin, discovering authentic dishes and engaging stories. Experiences like yours inspire us to continue delivering memorable tours. 🍲 If you have any suggestions or further feedback, feel free to reach out anytime.
Excellent food tour in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with Nam (Kevin)! The experience felt very authentic and introduced us to dishes we probably would never have ordered on our own. We especially loved the rice rolls, turmeric fish, traditional sweets, and the cocktail stop at the end. Kevin was an outstanding guide: knowledgeable, engaging, and easy to talk to. He balanced food, culture, and history perfectly and made the whole evening enjoyable from start to finish. Definitely recommend for anyone wanting a deeper and more local food experience in Hanoi.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your food tour and appreciated the authentic dishes and local insights. It's great to know Kevin's guidance made the evening enjoyable and informative. We aim to provide a memorable journey into Hanoi's culinary scene for all participants.
This walking food tour was truly amazing! Lyna did such a great job, I got to try foods & restaurants I never would have thought to try. Highly recommend :)
We're thrilled that you enjoyed the walking food tour and had a great experience with Lyna as your guide! Exploring different foods is such a treat. 😊
We had an incredible Old Quarter food and culture tour with Lyna who was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Vietnam and Hanoi. The restaurants she selected were amazing and we enjoyed very interesting, tasty authentic dishes.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Old Quarter food and culture tour and found it memorable. Lyna will be delighted to hear your praise. We aim to offer authentic and heartfelt experiences, and it’s great to know we succeeded.
