Hanoi's Hidden Flavors: Private Street Foodie Quest
For all the regions in over the world, it is said that food and beverage are important parts of the culture. In Vietnam, especially in Hanoi city, the local people here are also picky eaters, it is simple as they are spoiled with hundred of choices. Food is integral to the life in Hanoi, thus it is no better way to experience a day in this city like a local by being centered around eating. Let an expert lead the way to the best food stands or local restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter. While filling up on the flavors that made Hanoi one of the world best destination for hungry travelers, you’ll also learn more about the culture, history as well as observing the local life in this thousand years old town. The tour starts in the Old Quarter, we also might visit Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), Dong Xuan Market, St. Joseph's Cathedral, Ta Hien Street e.g.
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DKWGlobalTravels, 10/17/2025 10:14:24 PM
Mai was an excellent guide and chose delicious places to eat. She was informative, fun, and flexible. She took us beyond the main streets to some of the hidden alleys of the market. Overall one of our best nights in Vietnam.
gitaen2017, 10/14/2025 10:06:57 AM
We had a brilliant street food walking tour with Peter. He was warm, friendly, and really knew his stuff, sharing stories about each dish and where in Vietnam it came from etc. We especially appreciate that he tailored the menu so we could try new dishes rather than repeats of what we’d already had. Every place felt local and authentic, and the food was delicious from start to finish—O' the catfish and the eel! We'd recommend this tour as it's a perfect way to explore the city and understand Vietnamese food culture.
MariaGabriela20, 10/14/2025 4:57:00 AM
We had the pleasure of having Mona as our tour guide today. I highly recommend her as she did a great job telling us the history of Hanoi & obviously taking us to the best places to eat in Hanoi. We LOVED EVERY PLACE SHE TOOK US! We made note of each spot & plan on returning to them. Mona was not only informative & friendly but extremely patient as we had a 4 & 7 year old whom were very tired! Super happy with this tour & would highly recommend for someone who is looking for good food in Hanoi!
Boxing_Kitty, 10/13/2025 12:03:31 AM
A delicious tour with the very entertaining Minh who took us to some wonderful eateries we may not have had the courage to visit on our own.
Meagan_f, 10/4/2025 7:56:54 AM
James was a great tour guide. We stopped at some delicious places and tried lots of new things. Our kids loved it too!
TerriAnne_L, 9/23/2025 12:45:38 AM
Lynne our guide was incredible she was so lovely and we had a great night trying the best food in Hanoi! Thank you linh
tristram_s, 9/20/2025 11:24:40 AM
There are only four foods included so don't know why it says ten. The trip lasts less than 2.5hrs. This makes it very expensive for what it is.
Wanderer40518083061, 9/15/2025 8:14:37 PM
We did this walking street food tour on our very first evening in Hanoi, and it turned out to be the perfect introduction to the city. Not only did we get to try a variety of street foods that gave us the confidence to explore more on our own in the following days, but our guide also helped us adjust to Hanoi. From learning how to cross the bustling streets safely to walking along the edge of the road rather than the narrow, crowded footpaths, it was as much a lesson in navigating the city as it was a culinary adventure. Our guide Chung was friendly and adaptable. We enjoyed chatting to him about life in Vietnam. The food stops were all carefully chosen, offering a mix of flavors and dishes that we might never have found by ourselves. Doing this tour right at the start of our visit made such a difference, we felt immediately more oriented and less overwhelmed by the chaos of the Old Quarter. I’d highly recommend booking this tour upon arrival in Hanoi. It’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in the city’s energy, try fantastic food, and pick up essential local tips that make the rest of your stay much easier and more enjoyable.
Meliah F, 9/15/2025 12:02:42 AM
Had an amazing experience with Linh! She showed us so many great local food spots and gave an in depth description of the history and tradition with each food. Would definitely recommend her! She helped make our trip great!
MichelleWeb, 9/2/2025 3:17:59 AM
Linh was a great guide. She was very attentive to our tastes and was ready to tailor the tour based on any likes or dislikes. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable of the local food and where to find it. Would highly recommend her. This was a great way to start our trip in Vietnam. And all the food we tried was so delicious!
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Start time could be flexible for private tour
- Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, and Gluten-Free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks
- Please give advise any kind of food allergy/special request.
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Upon booking confirm, an email will be sent to you with final pick up details 01 day before start date. Pick up service is available at your hotel/stay within Hanoi Old Quarter only. In case your hotel/stay is outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to Craft Viet Shop, 41 Luong Van Can St. For further help or support about pick up, please contact Phone/WhatsApp/Viber: +84 96 77 99 59224 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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