Food is of great significance in partially showcasing the culture of a country or a region. Therefore, to get more thorough insight into the new destination, it is crucial to explore the exquisite culinary art of the locality and Hanoi is not an exception. Browse the article below to get the list of top 9 restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter for your amazing dining experiences. Each dish is related to the story or reflects the quintessence of culinary arts of these countries, which takes you to amazingly wonderful virtual food tours around the world right in the corners of the ancient quarter.
1 - Red Bean Ma May - top Vietnamese restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter
Red Bean Ma May - Source: @RedBeanMaMay
The interior atmosphere of Red Bean Ma May seems cozy and elegant by the color scheme of browns and creams, which looks more glorious in the shimmering warm light. The space is designed in the combination of both classic and traditional Southeast Asian features, in which the highlight is the wall decorated with colored tapestries, reminding of the sophisticated fabrics of the ethnic groups.
Red Bean Ma May is among the best restaurants in Hanoi old quarter serving traditional Vietnamese food, typically bánh cuốn (steamed rice rolls with minced pork and mushroom stuffing), chả cá (turmeric fish grilled with dill and green onion), nem tươi (soft rice paper rolls filled with shrimp, pork, fresh rice noodles, etc. ), etc.
This good Vietnamese Hanoi old quarter restaurant also serves an extensive drink menu, ranging from wine, cocktails, spirit, whiskey, soft drinks, and juices, etc. The restaurant also serves a vegetarian set menu for vegans. It is the food’s high quality, professional services that makes the prestigious brand of Red Bean Ma May, highly-rated on TripAdvisor.
- Address: No.93 Ma May street, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: 500,000 - 600,000 VND/ set ($22 - 26.2)
- Website: https://mamay.redbeanrestaurants.com/
2 - Hoang's Restaurant
Hoang's Restaurant - Source: tripadvisor.com
This is one of the best restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter on Tripadvisor. Hoang’s Restaurant has a relatively modest space but it is incredibly neat and delicate in detail. The white wall is harmoniously mixed with the brown furniture, adorned with a couple of decorative shimmering lights, which make the inner space more elegant. The restaurant is highly recommended by a large number of diners because of the finest dining experiences and enthusiastic staff as well as passionate restaurant’s owner.
Hoang’s restaurant in Hanoi Old Quarter offer guests an special menus mainly focus on Vietnamese cuisine, in which the most outstanding are spring rolls, phở bò (beef noodles), bánh xèo (Vietnamese crepe), bún chả (vermicelli with barbecued pork), etc. In addition, the Hanoi egg coffee is incredibly amazing as well, which is definitely worth trying! Hoang’s Restaurant is rated 5 out of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked 8th of 3773 restaurants in Hanoi.
- Address: No.66 Hang Buom street, Hang Buom ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/hoangsrestaurant/
3 - The Rhythms Restaurant
This is one of the most well-known Vietnamese fine-dining restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter. The design of the Rhythms restaurant is inspired by Neoclassicism in the mid-18 century which brings about the utmost sophistication, elegance, and luxury. The menu of the restaurant highlights Vietnamese delicacies including dishes along the S-shaped country as well as an extensive choice of international fare. All dishes are totally made of the finest and freshest ingredients to create premium dishes.
There are two menus served by this Hanoi Old Quarter restaurant: A la Carte menu including the quintessence of western and Asian cuisine, and a drink menu of wines, cocktails, soft drinks, fresh juices from foreign countries such as Italy, Australia, France, Chile, Spain. The unique architecture, amazing services and extensive collections of dishes prove its worthwhile 5-star rating on Tripadvisor and in the top 28 best restaurants in Hanoi.
- Address: 7th floor, No.33-35 Hang Dau street, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: from 50,000/ glass ($2.2)
- Website: http://www.therhythmsrestaurant.com/
4 - Green Tangerine Restaurant - among the best French restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter
Green Tangerine Restaurant Hanoi - Source: @byron Cheong
The Green Tangerine is located in the heart of Hanoi Old Quarter, retaining the ambience of French Indochina in the 1950s. The perfect setting of the restaurant projects a tranquil scene in tandem, creating the nostalgic feeling. The interior and exterior can accommodate various functions. This fine-dining restaurant exceeds guests’ expectations by creative recipes, exquisite dishes, and incredible food’s presentation. Furthermore, Green Tangerine also offers customers an exclusive premium collection of wine and other drinks aiming at delivering the most wonderful dining experience to the guests.
- Address: No.48 Hang Be street, Hang Bac ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: from 50,000 VND/ dish ($2.2)
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/French-Restaurant/Green-Tangerine
5 - Colette French Bistro & Wine Bar
Colette French Bistro & Wine Bar - Source: @ColetteHanoi1
Colette French Bistro & Wine Bar is one of the top-rated Bistro restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter which has a unique concept with 32 wines by the glass which are available from value to premium, using the system of Enomatic Wine Dispenser. The corner of the wine list is designed modernly and colorfully. A Déli corner is a space for retail price products. With an area of 150m2 in total, the restaurant is spacious and has a capacity of 42 seats.
The 2nd floor can accommodate 30 seats for private booking and a VIP room with a private smoking area for 2 to 6 pax. This bistro Hanoi Old Quarter restaurant offers European cuisine with French influence, particularly French classics and signature dishes such as beef, cheese fondue, raclette, tartare, truffle mushroom risotto. It has got the highest rating on Tripadvisor and was ranked 129 in the list of the most famous and high-quality restaurants in Hanoi.
- Address: No.12 Lo Su street, Ly Thai To ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: 110,000 VND/ dish ($4.8)
- Website: http://colettegroup.com/
6 - Little India - top restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter serving Indian & Halal foods
Little India is in the top leading pioneering restaurants bringing the culinary arts of Malaysia, China, and especially India to Hanoians in the center of Hanoi Old Quarter. The restaurant is relatively small but cozy and quiet, suitable for those who would love to keep away from the busy street to find a serene atmosphere. The menu features Indian typical dishes such as paneer, chickpeas curry, Naan, tandoori, butter masala, shahi korma, etc. Furthermore, Little India also serves palatable drinks and bold Indian-style desserts such as Masala tea and Gulab jamun.
- Address: No.32 Hang Tre street, Ly Thai To ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: from 100,000 VND/ dish ($4.4)
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/littleindiahanoi/
7 - Namaste Hanoi - among top famous Indian restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter
Namaste Hanoi - Source: @Thang Vu
As one of the greatest Indian restaurants in Hanoi, Namaste in the city center of Hanoi is decorated elegantly based on the Indian rich cultural aspects, offering a cozy dining atmosphere for diners. Namaste offers the most diverse and authentic Indian cuisine. The extensive menu consists of scrumptious curries of North India, the hot and spicy soups of the South, the sweets of Gujarat, and the rich Mughal cuisines of Hyderabad.
More specially, Namaste Hanoi Old Quarter restaurant is proud to offer Halal meat in Hanoi city. Naan bread here retains its authentic taste thanks to the usage of the genuine Indian clay tandoor oven. The perfect art of cuisine and the professional, friendly staff of the restaurant are the factors that make a good impression on diners.
- Address: No.46 Tho Nhuom street, Tran Hung Dao ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: from 100,000 VND/ dish ($4.4)
- Website: http://www.namastehanoi.com/
8 - Mamma Mia - top restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter serving Italian foods
Mamma Mia is considered the cultural ambassador to bring you closer to the unique Italian gastronomy. The Italian Restaurant & Bar appeals to diners by its luxurious Italian style space, which is the harmony between modern and classic features, bringing a very relaxed and comfortable feeling. The extensive menu features homemade food such as bread, pizza, ice-cream, and pasta, etc.
With the mission of serving a true Italian experience to all guests, apart from the excellence lying in the quality and presentation of authentic Italian dishes, Mamma Mia restaurant in Hanoi Old Quarter always warmly welcomes the guest with the most polite, professional and friendly manners.
- Address: No.02 Chuong Duong Do street, Chuong Duong ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: from 50,000 VND/ dish ($2.2)
- Website: https://mammamia.vn/
9 - Meme bistro
Meme bistro - Source: @Stephen Tran
Being recommended among the top bistro restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter, Meme bistro has a modern design with simple decorations but still brings about a cozy ambience and comfortable vibe. The first floor has a small bar, suitable for check-in, the second floor is arranged with seats next to the window with a broad view of the hectic corner of the Old Quarter. The extensive menu features a diversity of Thai dishes such as Thai’s hotpot, greasy fried chicken, cheesy shrimp eggs, etc. The portions are relatively full and charmingly garnished. The courteous, professional staff are helpful, and willing to assist and help guests in choosing the suitable and favorite dishes.
- Address: No.47A Nguyen Huu Huan street, Ly Thai To ward, Hoan Kiem district
- Price: from 50,000 VND/ dish ($2.2)
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/memebistro/
Hanoi cuisine is loved by a number of diners both from Vietnam and foreign countries, which contributes to creating a good impression about the beautiful country and its finest culinary arts. Hopefully, the top 10 best restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter are useful and bring about wonderful experiences in the capital city.
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