Pho
When mentioning Hanoi cuisine, pho is always the first name mentioned by many tourists. Not only is it a familiar dish, pho is also considered a symbol of the sophistication of Vietnamese culinary culture in the eyes of international friends.
Domestic and foreign tourists are often impressed with the Hanoi pho bowl because of the clear, sweet broth from stewed beef bones for many hours, soft and chewy pho noodles and fresh, flavorful beef.
Bun cha
Bun cha is a dish associated with Hanoi people's life. Previously, cha was often grilled with bamboo sticks, but now grilling on charcoal grills is more common. Tourists can choose cha balls or cha pieces depending on their taste. The highlight of the dish lies in the hot, fragrant dipping sauce, harmonizing between salty, sweet and slightly sour tastes.
In addition to famous addresses such as Hang Manh bun cha or Dong Xuan bamboo stick bun cha, tourists can easily find this dish on many streets in Hanoi with prices ranging from 35,000 - 50,000 VND/portion.
Vermicelli with tofu and shrimp paste
Mentioning Hanoi's typical snacks, vermicelli with tofu and shrimp paste is an indispensable name. The dish is simple with crispy golden fried tofu, soft white vermicelli with leaves, herbs and rich shrimp paste but has its own appeal.
To ensure food safety and hygiene, tourists should choose clean, branded eateries. A basic bun dau serving currently costs about 35,000 - 55,000 VND.
Snail vermicelli
Hanoi snail vermicelli impresses with the attractive colors of crispy red-coated tomatoes, fatty snails, golden tofu bananas and clear but rich broth.
The flavor of the dish is a harmony between the sour taste of vinegar, the light fatty taste of snails and the distinctive and unmistakable aroma. When eating, visitors can use thinly sliced banana flowers and raw vegetables to enhance the flavor.
Sticky rice
Hanoi cuisine is famous for many sticky rice dishes such as xôi xéo, xôi đậu đen, xôi lạc, xôi ngô, xôi chả, xôi gà or bánh khúc. Whether it's early morning or late at night, winter or summer, hot sticky rice packages are still a familiar choice for many people in the Capital.
Besides famous addresses, tourists can also easily encounter sticky rice carts selling along the streets of Cau Giay, Nghia Tan or around universities in Hanoi.
Ice cream
Addresses such as Trang Tien ice cream, Thuy Ta, Ho Tay have long become favorite destinations for people and tourists when coming to Hanoi.
From fresh ice cream to snail ice cream with many different flavors, the price ranges from 6,000 - 45,000 VND. For many tourists, experiencing walking around Hoan Kiem Lake while enjoying Trang Tien, Thuy Ta ice cream or sitting eating ice cream by the windy West Lake is an interesting experience in Hanoi.
