Private Street Food Tour with a Local Food Guide
Description
Explore Hanoi with a highly customized private street food tour, offering the greatest tastes. Food is the essence of life in Hanoi, and there is no better way to experience it than by eating like a local. Join our private Hanoi Street Food Tour and let our expert guide show you the best food stalls and restaurants in the Old Quarter. You’ll taste the flavors that make Hanoi a paradise for food lovers and learn more about the local life and traditions in this ancient city.
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Itinerary
Your guide will meet you at your accommodation in the Old Quarter. After a brief introduction to the tour, the guide will share a bit of the history and culture of Hanoi's vibrant street food scene.
Pho (Beef/Chicken Noodle Soup): Start your culinary adventure with a steaming bowl of Pho, the quintessential Vietnamese noodle soup. Learn about its origins and why it's such a beloved breakfast dish.
Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich): Try a fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisine with a Banh Mi. This crispy baguette is filled with a variety of savory ingredients, including pork, pate, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.
Bun Cha (Grilled Pork with Noodle): Head to a local eatery to try Bun Cha, a dish made famous by Anthony Bourdain and Barack Obama. Enjoy the charcoal-grilled pork served with vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and a tangy dipping sauce.
Banh Cuon (Steamed Rice Pancake): Discover the delicate flavors of Banh Cuon, a thin, steamed rice pancake stuffed with minced pork and mushrooms, topped with crispy shallots, and served with a side of fish sauce.
Banh Xeo (Fried Rice Pancake): Savor a crispy, savory Vietnamese pancake filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts. Learn how locals eat it wrapped in fresh herbs and rice paper.
Café Pho Co (Ancient House Coffee): Take a break and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of Café Pho Co, a hidden gem with an ancient ambiance and stunning views of Hoan Kiem Lake. Savor a cup of Vietnamese coffee and take in the serene surroundings before continuing your food journey.
Nom Bo Kho (Green Papaya Salad with Dried Beef): Refresh your palate with Nom Bo Kho, a light and tangy green papaya salad topped with dried beef, herbs, and crushed peanuts.
Nem Ram (Vietnamese Fried Spring Rolls): Indulge in crispy and flavorful Nem Ram, fried spring rolls filled with a mixture of pork, vegetables, and vermicelli noodles, served with a side of dipping sauce.
Thit Xien Nuong (Street Pork Barbecue): Experience the enticing aroma of Thit Xien Nuong, juicy pork skewers grilled to perfection on a street-side BBQ. This popular street food snack is a must-try for meat lovers.
Che (Vietnamese Dessert): Conclude your tour with a traditional Vietnamese dessert, Che. Choose from a variety of sweet soups, puddings, and jellies made from beans, fruits, and coconut milk. This refreshing treat is the perfect way to end your food adventure.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pick-up from any hotel or accommodation within the Old Quarter. If you do not need pick-up or are staying outside of the Old Quarter, please come to our default meeting point at Craft Viet Shop, 41 Luong Van Can Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(80)
I booked a private food tour with Nick and was thoroughly impressed. Nick has a friendly and casual demeanor, and was highly attentive to the foods I was interested in. I also asked him push my comfort zone so that he did, introducing me to blood pudding and sea worm fritters. Up a tight stairwell to enjoy the tastiest Bun Cha, and down narrow hallways sharing stories of Vietnamese culture. Grabbing a canned beer at a Circle K and then enjoying a cold draft beer at what seemed like a locals-only beer garden felt all too perfect. The night was topped off with homemade coconut ice cream over sticky rice at what felt like someone’s mom’s house. Awesome job Nick! Thank you!
A very beautiful and delicious tour. Bao was a very dedicated and kind tour guide. He showed us several delicious spots and also sent recommendations afterward. We would book him again at any time!
Bao was a very friendly tour guide who led us through the alleys of the Old Town and treated us to culinary highlights. From the classics to local beer to a refreshing dessert, everything was included. We would book Bai again anytime and wish him all the best and good luck :)
Viet could not have been any better to have worked with for my private street food tour. He was very accommodating and took the time to learn what I had already been exposed to as far as food goes and also what I preferred. He was an excellent guide through introducing me what to eat, how to eat it and I completely enjoyed the day. He also tried very hard to teach me a couple of Vietnamese language basics. I'll have to keep practicing on those!
We had a great time on our tour with Viet. We discovered lots of unknown and delicious places to eat in Hanoi. The tour was well worth it and I appreciated Viet’s flexibility with us. Vietnam certainly has great food. A wonderful experience.
This food tour is a must-do in Hanoi! Our guide Patrick helped us navigate the streets and took us to places where locals eat and explained the history behind the Vietnamese street food culture and the gastronomy. We also strolled through the local wet market. He also pointed out a few monuments along the way. There was so much food to try that by the middle of the tour, we were begging for half portions! You must come very very hungry for this tour and wear comfortable footwear.
Must experience tour!!! Lucky was our guide and he was so knowledgeable, hilarious and showed us such a unique side of Hanoi we would have never seen otherwise. Best food tour!!
The private street food tour with Peter was fabulous we loved it Peter took us to some great restaurants and the food was wonderful. Peter was an amazing tour guide he is very knowledgeable and speaks excellent English. Thank you Peter for an amazing afternoon we loved it . Carol robinson
Kai was my guide on a small group where we went to 6 different local street food restaurants. We had local beer with our food - draft and cans. The food was fantastic and the beer was great also. Kai was extremely knowledgeable and gave us plenty of information about the food, the area and the history of Hanoi. Very highly recommend Kai!
Mint, our tour guide was so informative and took us to some amazing places and we ate a wonderful variety of Vietnamese food. Mint was very engaging and taught us a bit about life in Hanoi. I thoroughly recommend the tour.
