Private Tour
Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
- Full-meal experience with 6–8 authentic dishes (not just tastings)
- Discover hidden local eateries you wouldn’t find alone
- Learn food stories & local culture from a passionate guide
- Small group for a relaxed, personal experience
- Flexible lunch or dinner options with hotel pick-up in Old Quarter
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian options available upon request
Dietary requirements supported when informed in advance
What To Expect
Taste 6–8 authentic dishes at carefully selected family-run eateries and hidden food spots across Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This 3-hour walking tour offers a full-meal experience beyond typical tourist stops. Meet your guide at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter or a central meeting point before exploring lively streets, narrow alleys, and hidden food corners. Enjoy iconic dishes like pho and bun cha, then continue to family-run eateries and street stalls to sample banh mi, banh cuon, street BBQ, and local snacks. Between stops, your guide will share stories about Hanoi’s food culture, history, and daily life. Finish with a traditional dessert or Vietnam’s famous egg coffee at a neighborhood café. By the end of the tour, you’ll have enjoyed a satisfying multi-stop meal while discovering the flavors and street culture that make Hanoi a top food destination.
Sample Menu
starter
Banh Xeo (Vietnamese Pancake)
Crispy rice pancake with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts, wrapped in fresh herbs.
main
Pho (Beef or Chicken Noodle Soup)
A classic Vietnamese dish with rich broth, fresh herbs, and rice noodles, enjoyed like a local.
main
Bun Cha (Grilled Pork with Noodles)
Grilled pork served with rice noodles, fresh herbs, and dipping sauce—one of Hanoi’s most iconic meals.
main
Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)
Crispy baguette filled with savory meats, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.
main
Street BBQ & Local Snacks
A selection of grilled skewers and popular street snacks from local vendors.
dessert
Vietnamese Dessert or Egg Coffee
Finish your tour with a traditional dessert or Hanoi’s famous egg coffee.
What‘s Included
Multiple food stops with generous portions (Enough for a full meal)
3-hour guided walking food tour
Friendly local foodie guide
Local drinks: Coffee & Beer
1 bottle of water per person
Personal expenses
Additional food and drinks not included in the set menu
Gratuities for the guide (optional but appreciated)
Pick-up outside Old Quarter
Transportation
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Exclusive Private Experience
Fully Customized Experience: Exclusive private tour for your group only Pickup included
Small Group Experience
Duration: 3 hours Full Meal Experience Pickup included
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent!
davidbA6350PL,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good balance between famous dishes and lesser-known snacks. It felt more like eating with a knowledgeable local friend than a commercial tour. Recommend for this tour . By the way they are startup tour so they are very carefull with all the customer
10/10
Passenger59638934951,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an absolutely amazing tour. Got to eat so much delicious food that we’d have never gotten to try had it not been for the tour. Phong was a fantastic guide- we had the best time!
Definitely recommend
Leigh G,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic night with Phong!! He was so much fun, looked after us and showed us the best places to eat!!
Tasty food, fun guide
991timov,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phong gave us an amazing tour across all these traditional Vietnamese streetfood places. He was very kind and funny. Definitely would recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys Vietnamese streetfood with a nice local guide.
Greatest guy
alexandereZ1385SW,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phong was the best tour guide and took us to 5 great food places and made jokes with everyone in our group and knew lots of different cultures and humor styles
Amazing
jonathanlE7859BO,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phong was a very helpful and funny guide and food was excellent
Delicious
Tarik A,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The food tour with Phong was really awesome we got a deep insight into the eating culture of Vietnam, Phong was very motivated, knowledgeable and kind. I would definitely do it again.
Great tour
S7166JDangelicap,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the food tour with a group from the hostel. Phong gave us the tour and he did an amazing job. His English is very good and he told us a lot about all the local food and places we visited. It was a very fun tour and the food was great!
Cruisy, fun, yum
Roving48537458652,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phong was very friendly and knowledgeable!
Great tour
Trek38093928661,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phong was a great tour guide. We learned alot about the food, culture and the city. The food was great and it was really a full meal.
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