Hanoi Food Tour: Taste 10 Local Specialties

Embark on a culinary adventure through Hanoi Old Quarter, sampling up to 10 traditional Vietnamese street food dishes. Explore bustling streets, learn about the history and ingredients of each dish, and indulge in the enticing food aromas and vibrant street scenes.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St. Joseph Cathedral - The guide will pick you up at your hotel located in The Old Quarter. If not, the time and meeting point will be provided to you.
    We will have 3 hours walking around every single corners of Hanoi Old Quarter where we can seat on a small plastic chairs and using chopsticks like a local people. You’ll explore the culture,…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Entry/Admission - Old Quarter
  • A bottle of water
  • Food tasting
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

We meet in Hanoi Old Quarter and follow your guide on foot into the bustling streets. This palace is brimming with simple family-run restaurants and street-food stalls, many with tables on the sidewalks.
In between walking and talking, stop to taste up to 10 specialties. Your tastings will amount to lunch or dinner (depending on your selected option),…

Location
St. Joseph Cathedral
Phố Nhà Chung
The meeting points changed based on the the places of the areas the guests staying. Please provide me your address and i will choose the location near us and send your through a message. Please check your message box regularly! Thank you
Cancellation Policy

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

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378larab
Mar 12, 2025
Wonderful experience - Minh is the most wonderful host, and the food was amazing! We also did a good feel of the neighbourhood and local culture, it was a highlight of my days in Hanoi!
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Onair40973334541
Mar 12, 2025
Amazing food tour! - We had an amazing time and Minh was awesome! Super friendly and knowledgeable, and the food was delicious. She also catered really well to the specific tastes of the group.
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Davidvanauken
Feb 23, 2025
Great way to start your Hanoi Adventures! - Minh was awesome and offered great information on the food we experienced throughout our tour, and the background stories to some of the actual places we ate. It was more than just a food tour.....it was a great cultural experience!
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William
Dec 15, 2024
Yummy Vietnam Food Tour 🇻🇳 - An incredible food tour, we had already been in Vietnam and thought we tried all the foods Bahn Mi, Pho, Bun Cha, however we did this food tour and realised there was so much Vietnamese food we had never tried and it was so yummy! If you are looking for a sick food tour in Vietnam that’s very good value and a memorable experience I would do this one :)
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Joanna
Dec 13, 2024
Great tour :) - We had awesome time with Minh :) she is very friendly and was giving us loads of insight to Vietnamese living. Thank to Minh we tried foods that would have not ordered by ourselves which was great and exactly what we needed. Recommended:) Joanna & Paul
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69mayat
Dec 13, 2024
This is THE food tour of Hanoi - If you're looking for an unforgettable food tour in Hanoi, Minh is the guide you need! From start to finish, Minh was incredibly friendly, warm, and knowledgeable about every dish, its history, and its preparation. Be warned – come hungry, because you will eat A LOT of food! Our group ended up having to share portions toward the end just to keep up. Minh's passion for food and people was evident every step of the way. Here’s a glimpse of the culinary adventure Minh took us on: 1. Bánh Tôm (Shrimp Pancakes) – Crispy, fresh, and addictive. 2. Bánh Gối (Pillow Pancakes) – Golden, flaky goodness stuffed with flavorful fillings. 3. Phở Cuốn (Pho Rolls) – A fresh, lighter take on the traditional pho flavors. 4. Bánh Rán Mặn (Fried Donut) – Crispy outside, savory inside – absolutely divine! 5. Miến Lươn Xào (Stir-Fried Noodles with Eel) – Flavor-packed, with perfectly cooked eel. 6. Bánh Cuốn Nóng (Steamed Rice Pancakes) – So soft, fresh, and topped with the most delicious toppings. 7. Ngan Cháy Tỏi (Stir-Fried Duck with Garlic) – Tender duck with crispy garlic – unforgettable! 8. Phở Gà Trộn (Chicken Noodle Salad) – A refreshing twist on the classic chicken pho. 9. Kem Xôi Xoài (Sticky Rice with Coconut Ice Cream & Mango) – Sweet, creamy, and the perfect way to cool off. 10. Roti – Warm, flaky, and a wonderful finish to the feast. This tour wasn’t just about eating (although that was a highlight!); it was about connecting with the food, the culture, and each other. Minh's storytelling and knowledge of Hanoi’s culinary history added so much depth to the experience. If you're considering a food tour, do yourself a favor and book with Minh. You’ll eat incredible food, learn a ton, and walk away with a happy heart and a very full belly. Highly, highly recommend!
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Anniecg9613td
Dec 8, 2024
Great option for people with dietary restrictions! - We had a fantastic time! Minh was a great tour guide- so many of the places she took us to we went back to eat at throughout our days in Hanoi. Our group had several dietary restrictions, including 3 vegetarians, 1 vegan, and 4 regular meat eaters-- Minh was able to accommodate everyone. We had so much food that by the end of the tour, some of us decided to share dishes instead of getting our own portions. Definitely remember to make space in your belly for this food tour because you will be SO full by the time you leave! Minh shared her own experiences and culture with us, which allowed us to understand Vietnamese culture better. Thank you Minh, we had a great time!!
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Brycen318
Nov 28, 2024
Great way to experience Hanoi's Old Quarter and eat delicious Vietnamese food - We loved this food tour, it's a great way to see the Old Quarter of Hanoi and learn a lot about the local food scene. Jerry was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable and she gave us some history on the owners of the places where we were eating, which was cool. Highly recommend as a way to spend a night in Hanoi!
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M9895shpamm
Nov 17, 2024
Fantastic food tour - We have gone on many food tours and Minh’s tour was the best we have ever gone on. Her food knowledge was fantastic and the places we ate at were top notch. Highly recommend this tour
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Mrsmcdlt
Mar 18, 2025
Great time, in spite of administrative glitches - This tour was really fun, and got us to visit places and eat foods that we would never have done otherwise! From sandworms to perfectly cooked duck, the food was delicious at every stop, and Minh did a great job organizing the whole adventure. The only glitch for us was that there was miscommunication between Minh and Airbnb (who books this trip), and she didn't get confirmation of our booking, even though we had received written confirmation and were able to see the charge gone through our credit card. It was stressful at the end, as Minh was genuinely worried about not getting paid, and suggesting that we pay her directly and then try to reclaim the money by saying that we hadn't enjoyed the tour. We didn't want to lie or misrepresent how great the tour was, and the following day she was able to work it out with Airbnb.
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From $27
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).