Chef-Led Hanoi Street Food Experience
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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This is more than a food tour — it’s a chef-led journey into Hanoi’s real food culture.
Hosted by a local chef, this experience combines authentic street flavors, hidden food spots, and the stories behind the dishes that shape Hanoi’s culinary identity.
You’ll explore vibrant markets, tucked-away alleys, and local gathering places while tasting carefully selected specialties based on your preferences and pace. From traditional noodle dishes and grilled bites to local desserts and Vietnamese coffee, every stop is designed to feel personal and authentic.
Unlike standard group tours, this is a private and flexible experience — ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, couples, and anyone wanting to experience Hanoi beyond the guidebooks. Optional cyclo rides and premium add-ons are also available.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Phung Hung Mural Street
Start the experience at Phung Hung Street, where old Hanoi stories meet colorful mural art. A great place to learn about the city’s past and local daily life.
Old Quarter
Walk through hidden alleys and discover family-run eateries and untold local stories.
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Chef-Led Hanoi Street Food Experience
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Includes a variety of Hanoi street food such as phở, bánh cuốn, bún thang, bánh bột lọc, and more. Dishes may vary depending on season and guest preference. Vegetarian options available upon request.
Extra dishes or beverages outside of the set menu are not included.
Tips for guides or drivers are not included and are optional.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic walking tour of Hanoi
388gariman,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did this walking tour in Hanoi with my parents and it was fantastic !! From the moment the tour started, our tour guide Chris made us feel completely welcome with his warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm for the city. He was patient, kind, incredibly informative, and made every part of the experience feel engaging and personal. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure everyone was enjoying themselves. We’ve done many walking tours over the years in different cities around the world, and this was honestly one of the best. Chris had the perfect balance of storytelling, history, humour, and local insight, and we came away feeling like we understood Hanoi on a much deeper level. The egg coffee demonstration was also such a fun and memorable touch! What really stood out was how thoughtful he was throughout the tour - even fanning us in the Hanoi heat to keep us comfortable! It’s little things like that that made the experience feel so genuine and special. We enjoyed the tour so much that we actually wanted to book another one with Chris the following day, but he was already booked for another tour. Thank you Chris for giving us such a fantastic start to Hanoi. We absolutely loved the tour and would recommend it to anyone visiting the city.
10/10 tour
trendyted,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the best tour experience we had while travelling Vietnam. We did the walking tour with Chris. Chris is an excellent tour guide, so full of knowledge, so personable and thoughtful with every step. This tour not only an insight into Hanoi’s history but its folklore, culture and food. We learnt a lot and got to experience an egg coffee making workshop and try some local fruit. We had a great time under the care of Chris and I would recommend ever to do this tour when in Hanoi.
Wonderful food and walking tour
G4893DBclairem,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did two tours with Chris, one a walking tour and the other a nighttime food tour. Chris was very informative and friendly and gave us some tips and recommendations to help make our stay here more special. We would highly recommend these tours with Chris.
Memorable old quarter tour!
113charlinem,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I truly enjoyed the walk through the Old Quarter with Chris. He made the tour engaging, shared fascinating insights, and created a very relaxed atmosphere. A highlight was his demonstration of the famous egg coffee — such a fun and unique touch! Chris is incredibly knowledgeable. He also shared great dining suggestions. A fantastic experience all around!
One-of-a-Kind Tour Guide in Hanoi
Tom T,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris is a remarkable person, both professionally and personally. I joined him for a walking tour around the Old Quarter, and later ended up doing a private 1:1 tour through some of Hanoi’s more unexplored neighbourhoods. Both tours were extremely high quality and clearly tailored to what I wanted to see. Chris’s personal stories and insights made the experience feel authentic, relatable, and refreshingly unique. It also helps that he has travelled extensively around the world, which allows him to compare and contrast cultures in a really thoughtful way. He comes with my highest recommendation — without a doubt, Chris is the best guide in Hanoi.
Memorable food and bike ride through Hanoi
Vacation496914,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most personalized and fun experience during my trip to Hanoi. I would highly recommend it to anyone, especially foodies and solo travelers. Chris is very friendly and knowledgeable, and thanks to this tour I tried Vietnamese dishes I never would have discovered on my own.
Got to experience so many different foods
97hishami,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing, would recommend to anyone visiting Hanoi or even a local to the city. Chris took me around the town and explained each dish so well
Informative walking tour
lyng74,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed our Old Quarter walking tour with Chris. He’s knowledgeable, fun and very friendly! He also gave us good restaurant recommendations and general advice which were very helpful. Highly recommended!
A fabulous walking tour to not miss
Nomad46440,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the walking French quarter tour with Chris and it was spectacular! Chris is a tour guide/chef and extremely knowledgeable of this city and food culture. He added some touches of his own to the tour with a true egg coffee making demonstration and some behind the scenes local sites. If we had had more time, we would have done the Hanoi walking food tour with him. All that to say, this tour is highly recommended. Thank you chris
GREAT TOUR GUIDE!
joannehX8908RI,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris was so knowledgeable and kind. He had expert knowledge of Vietnam’s history and took us through various streets and the major marketplace. He treated us with a surprise demonstration of his recipe for egg coffee, salt coffee, and hot chocolate and was very accommodating for our diet restrictions. So delicious! This walking tour is a must, especially with Chris!
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