Hanoi · FOOD
73 reviewed
This is the shortlist we’d hand a friend: the 15 food experiences worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride a vintage Soviet jeep through Hanoi highlights and backstreets, then eat and sip your way around Train Street and Red River views.
“When you get Finn as a guide, this tour will be just an amazing experience. She knows a lot, and is funny. We laughed a lot and learned a lot of the City and Vietnamese culture”
Ride a vintage motorbike through Hanoi’s backstreets and big sights, with street-food tastings, coffee, and a sit-down meal included.
“Louis was our tour guide and him and his team were great! The tour was super informative and we got to learn new things about Vietnam that we did not know before! Thank you Louis!!”
Hanoi’s Old Quarter in 4 hours: guided bun cha and pho stops, egg coffee, then Train Street for the rail pass. $19.
“V was an amazing guide and really made this tour special for us. As well as explaining the background of all the amazing food we tasted (make sure you arrive hungry!) he also talked to us about the history of the areas we walked through, and Vietnam itself. Finishing on Train Street was a truly memorable experience. Fantastic tour and highly recommended!”
Small-group Hanoi street food tour in the Old Quarter with a local foodie guide. Pickup, street tastings, and a sit-down meal.
“Everything was perfect Food was really tasty and we spent really good time with the guide Rik, who was also telling stories not only about food but also about Hanoi I’ll totally recommend this experience and the guide”
Hanoi street food plus Train Street, Old Quarter alleys, 6 tastings, and a drink included, with a small-group guide.
“Sunny was an amazing guide she did way out of scope and is just amazing with not just food but also the explanation of Hanoi's historial sites.”
Hanoi street-food tour with a local guide, 4–6 tastings, and the famous Train Street moment inches from your drink in 3 hours.
“I really enjoyed the tour and was very pleased with our tour guide. He was charismatic and was able to show us many new aspects of vietnamese cuisine! We really recommend this tour😊”
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Hanoi Old Quarter small-group street food walk with a local guide, egg coffee, classic bites, and optional Train Street drink time.
“Great experience. I booked this tour on day 1 to get an idea of the food and the city. The guide Pilko was exceptionally friendly and a great vibe. Can't believe he's only 19 and so talented. Really set a great tone for the rest of the trip. And doRead more”
Women-led Hanoi night motorbike food tour with hotel pickup, scoot ride, and multiple stops for bun cha, banh cuon, egg coffee, and dessert.
“Absolutely brilliant way to experience Hanoi. We had the opportunity to eat at some wonderful places for locals. The food was excellent and our guides were even better. Thank you Happy and Lucy, you made our evening very special! If you are not brave enough to mix it with the locals on motorbikes, this is the best way to do it. Very safe and a great way to see the sights of Hanoi. Highly recommended!!”
A guided 3-hour Hanoi street food tour in the Old Quarter, with hotel pickup, local tastings, drinks, and dish history from real street stalls.
“I had a great time with Minh. So much good food and drink! His knowledge of the area was excellent. Such a great evening.”
Ride a USSR vintage Minsk through Hanoi’s backstreets, then eat your way across classic sights and local neighborhoods in 4–5 hours.
“Riding around on the old Minsk motorbikes was cool and our guide was enthusiastic, but at nearly $50 this was overpriced. Not enough knowledge about Hanoi or Vietnam’s history. What was shocking is that the guide at the end weiRead more”
Ride in a Russian GAZ-69 jeep through Hanoi’s backstreets and street-food spots for a full meal, with Old Quarter pickup.
“Only my husband and I were on the tour which was fantastic! Nam was a great guide and spoke very good English. Seeing the backstreets and the residential areas was a highlight for me. Everyone was so friendly when you get out of the hustle and bustle of the city. Driver did a great job and was always there to pick us up quickly.”
Hanoi Old Quarter street food walk with 4–5 tastings plus egg coffee, beer or coffee, and hotel pickup. Small group, 3–4 hours.
“Peter our guide was very nice, informational, and funny! The food was very nice”
Private Hanoi street food walking tour with pickup, 10 tastings, and egg coffee at Cafe Giảng, plus optional lunch or dinner in 3 hours.
“Our tour guide was Bao. He was very knowledgeable and very personable. He made it feel like we were just out with a friend. He even responded to me the next day when I sent him a message asking for recommendations in the area of our hotel.”
Hanoi Old Quarter street food tour for $24: 7+ local dishes, small groups, family-run spots, optional Train Street and egg coffee.
“Had a great 3.5 hours with smiling and happy tour guide Ha. Delicious food, perfect English and lot of interesting commentary.”
Michelin-nominated Hanoi street food in the Old Quarter: four tastings, hidden egg coffee, and optional water puppets or Train Street.
“Penelope was great! She gave us really good tips for our trip and was very informative of Vietnam’s culture and food! I would highly recommend”
