Top 5 Best Foods in the Old Quarter Hanoi Vietnam

Banh Mi in the Old Quarter Hanoi, Vietnam

Name: Banh Mi
Cost: 45k VND or 2USD
Restaurant: Banh Mi 25
Location: Here

The very first on my list is the best Banh Mi in the Old Quarter Hanoi Vietnam. For a quick and satisfying snack, seek out one of the many banh mi stalls scattered throughout the Old Quarter. This French-inspired Vietnamese sandwich features a crispy baguette stuffed with savory fillings such as grilled pork, pate, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.

Pho Hanoi

Name: Phở Bò (Beef Pho)
Cost: 65k VND or 2.5USD
Restaurant: Hương Việt
Location: Here

No visit to Hanoi, Vietnam is complete without indulging in a steaming bowl of pho, Vietnam’s iconic noodle soup.

Just across the Banh Mi 25, Hương Việt is another top-rated food destination in the Old Quarter.

I’m not usually a fan of beef soup because I don’t like chewy meat. However, the owner assured me that the beef is soft and melts in your mouth, so I took her word and ordered it. Surprisingly, it didn’t disappoint me, and it definitely earned my approval. It deserves to be recognized as a top-rated restaurant in the area.

Egg Coffee

Name: Egg Coffee
Cost: 25k VND or .9 USD
Restaurant: Đinh Café
Location: Here

If you are visiting the Old Quarter, make sure to not miss trying out the Egg Coffee at Cafe Dinh in the Old Quarter Hanoi Vietnam!

Cafe Dinh is located in an alley just in front of the road facing Ngoc Son Temple’s lake. It can be a bit tricky to find, as it’s nestled between apparel stores, but keep an eye out for the small alley opening.

Bún Nem Nướng

Name: Bún Nem Nướng
Cost: 45k VND or 2 USD
Restaurant: Nem Nướng Nha Trang Quế Hoa
Location: Here

Don’t miss the experience of sitting on a tiny chair while eating Bún Nem Nướng along the street of Old Quarter! Just a block away from Cafe Dinh, you’ll find this street full of Bún Nem Nướng restaurants.

Bún Nem Nướng is a traditional Vietnamese dish that consists of vermicelli noodles (bún), fried tofu (đậu), and fermented shrimp paste (mắm). Typically, it’s served with a variety of herbs, vegetables, and sometimes pork or seafood.

It is served with a rice wrapper for you to make a spring roll-like food filled with vegetables and meat.

Bún Chả Hà Nội

Name: Bún Chả Hà Nội
Cost: 45k VND or 2 USD
Restaurant:  Bun Cha Dac Kim
Location: Here

Originating from Hanoi, Bún Chả is a quintessential Vietnamese dish consisting of grilled pork patties and vermicelli noodles served in a savory broth.

Make your way to Bun Cha Dac Kim famous for its delicious bun cha and is listed in Michelin Guide. This restaurant is highly regarded for its flavorful and authentic rendition of bun cha, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

Old Quarter Best Foods Map

Of course! I got you, here is the food map that you may use in your future travel! I also added other restaurants that may fit your taste!