Secret Culinary Journey: Hoi An's Ancient Villa

Embark on an intimate culinary journey in Hoi An with our gourmet secret dining experience. Led by a talented chef, discover hidden spaces and indulge in exquisite dishes paired with premium wines.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hội An - Experience the charm of a 200-year-old riverfront Vietnamese home, a venue seldom accessible to the public, for a memorable evening of exquisite dining, storytelling, and connection.
    Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a cocktail and local canapés as they settle into this secluded setting.
    Once seated, the evening host will lead guests…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Private riverfront or air conditioned table inside a 200-year-old Vietnamese home
  • Guided storytelling by our local host
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Chef “Meet and Greet” - Advance Request Only
  • Private Dining Room (up to 8 guests)
Meal Options
  • Welcome Cocktail & Canapés - Vietnamese inspired cocktail with heritage-inspired canapés to start the evening
  • Our First Secret Course - Seared scallop with passionfruit and ginger foam
    *This is a sample dish. Our menu is based on seasonal ingredients and we keep the full menu a Secret!
  • Our Second Secret Course - Pho consommé with herbed beef…
Additional Information

Our Secret experiences offer guests unique, guided culinary adventures that are inspired by the chef’s personal journey, taking them off the beaten path.
This particular Secret experience welcomes guests into one of Hoi An’s most stunning ancient homes—a centuries-old riverside villa that has been transformed into a beautiful art deco space—for a gourmet…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Laura
Apr 15, 2025
60th birthday celebration - I organised a SecretEats for my partner’s surprise 60th birthday celebration. Tien was very helpful from the start, and communication was always prompt, professional, friendly and informative from the start. The evening was fantastic, and we both had an amazing time. Starting with a cocktail which was delicious and then dinner, which was a taste sensation! We had the private dining and the romance package so it was extra special. Tien was the perfect host, giving us time alone as a couple to enjoy the evening, but also attentive, knowledgeable, and couple of surprises too!
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Traceylasz
Feb 19, 2025
Elegant, Romantic, Delicious Dining Experience - This was a spectacular evening. The food was exceptional. Chef Duc is a master. My husband is a very seasoned chef and takes food quite seriously and he was most impressed with the quality and creativity of each course, and the wine pairings were excellent. Then there was the ambience of the dining room which was so romantic!! We also were delighted by the exceptional quality of the service that was provided by Tien, who is fantastic, and the staff in the restaurant. We were celebrating our anniversary and it was a truly romantic evening. If you are looking for a top notch, sophisticated, elegant, romantic evening that involves a high quality dining experience that you will always remember, we highly recommend Secret Eats!
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O2468lfjackiea
Aug 21, 2024
One of a kind experience! - Great experience at Secret EATS! The secret restaurant we went to was lovely! The ambiance was great, food and wine pairing even better. The menu was carefully explained and presented with a little activity in between! And our host, Tien was so accommodating! Such a fun experience! Would definitely recommend!
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Gary
Aug 5, 2024
Perfect 50th Birthday in Hoi An, Delicious Night in Old Town - We had an amazing dinner with secret eats in Hoi An to celebrate my 50th birthday. My friends and I gathered in Hoi A from places around the world so we wanted to do something extra special. We started the night at a beautiful spot for sunset on the river. Here we had welcome drinks and cocktails with some delicious local snacks and tapas. It was the perfect way to kick off the evening. After that, our driver took us to the secret dinner location. I won’t say much but it was a beautiful space overlooking the Old Town and the river. Our host was amazing and told us that the building is more than 200 years old and a family home before. The dinner was outstanding. Each course was fantastic, and Tian made it even better by sharing the chef’s story and helping us to learn about the different local ingredients and flavors. We even learned about the differences in taste from north to south and in central Vietnam. This wasn’t just any dinner – it was a chance to learn about Vietnam, its ingredients, and local customs. The food and drinks were truly amazing. Thank you, Secret Eats, for making my 50th birthday so special. Our group had a wonderful time, and I couldn’t have asked for a better celebration in Hoi An.
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Suusglas
Jul 12, 2024
Very nice experience! - A top reception by Ten with a nice drink, then enjoyed a delicious 5-course dinner with wine pairing. A super nice place with good concept, enjoyed the explanation about the dishes and matching wines. A must when you love food, wine and are in Hoi An. Our host knew a lot about Vietnam, Hoi an and the food, really very nice!
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Reginaekitchen
Jun 24, 2024
a new way of getting around the old town - we booked this brilliant tour to try out something else rather than just wandering and to be honest, this tour was everything we need, the clearance of explanation from Tien the tour guide was absolutely perfect, he was so charming, the outlook is nothing we've seen so far and this might be the most unique tour we've tried. The tour ends with a full setting up and the look was quite fancy with courses meal and wine or cocktail. WAS ABSOLUTELY BEST
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Pioneer44791047988
Jun 3, 2024
SecretEats at Hoi An - We had a great wxperience with team SecretEats at HoiAn. Our host for the night, Tren was exceptional and took very good care of us. The cocktails, canapes and the four course meal were all very well curated and took into account all our dietary choices. We were group of 12 from age 75 to 3 and there were a lot of different dietary options. It’s a one off experience and would definitely recommend a night out with team SecretEats if you’re in Hoi An.
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Maciej_948
Oct 8, 2023
Unique and stylish dinning experience. - Truly a unique dinning experience full of surprises. Went with my partner and enjoyed the experience. We got to meet the chef that added some backstory to all the dishes, wine pairings were great and the ambiance very cozy. The experience is very well curated and filled with interesting conversations. Would recommend to anyone who wants to discover the Hoi an food scene in an unusual way.
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Culture63284341736
Sep 18, 2023
A Delicious Secret - SecretEATS is not merely a meal, it's an unforgettable experience. From the moment you decided to join, the mystery begins. The undisclosed location, surprise menu, and cozy ambiance together with all the guests make this dining experience truly unique. The food is a delightful secret and every bite is a pleasant surprise. No matter you're solo / couple or friends, if you're in the mood for a memorable dining , SecretEATS is the choice. Not gonna go into detail because you have to experience yourself.
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312hanne
Oct 26, 2023
Nice and slightly different dinner experience - Found this "experience" on FB and we were not disappointed. We had good contact with Greg several times before we came to Hoi An, and he was very flexible, as our schedule was tight, so there were not many gaps for a dinner experience, but he got it fit in, and at the same time arranged for a transfer on to our next stop after dinner and back to the hotel. We visited a nice place in town where everyone was very friendly and nice. The food was exquisite, and the Chef was in to say hello a few times. Greg also came and explained a little about some of the dishes. Even a blind food tasting was on the program. It was a fun feature. All in all, a wonderful experience that we would like to recommend others to try if they come to Hoi An
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From $109
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).