Caramen Hang Than: The ideal meeting place for sweet-loving souls

1 A few words about Caramel Hang Than Duong Hoa shop

Caramel Hang Than, also known as Duong Hoa Caramel Ice Cream, is a familiar and favorite meeting place for all ages, especially young people in Hanoi. The shop has been in operation since 1995 and is considered a pioneer in bringing famous French desserts to the common life in Hanoi, from prices to space.

In fact, this is a common flan steamed from basic ingredients such as eggs, milk and caramel. Although the recipe is simple, the restaurant’s Caramel cake is highly appreciated for its smoothness, the rich aroma of eggs, along with a little bitterness of sugar, creating an irresistible appeal. If you have the opportunity to travel to Hanoi, don’t miss this dessert at Hang Than.

According to Mr. Duong – owner of Caramen Hang Than, on normal summer days, the shop can sell an average of 5,000 to 6,000 boxes of caramel per day. On peak days, this number can be up to 10,000 boxes.

Due to the large number of orders, each box of caramel after completion is carefully checked by Mr. Duong before being placed on a tray to cool. After that, they are carefully sealed and stored in the refrigerator overnight. This process not only helps the caramel reach the desired consistency but also makes the dish cool, very suitable for enjoying on hot summer days. Leaving the caramel overnight in the refrigerator helps the flavors blend better and ensures smoothness, highlighting the characteristic deliciousness of the dish.

Caramen Hang Than is not only loved in Hanoi but is also so famous that their products have been widely distributed to neighboring provinces, and even to the Central and Southern regions of Vietnam. The widespread popularity of the restaurant not only reflects the outstanding quality of the food but also proves the love and strong spread of this brand in the community and nationwide.

Information about the restaurant

– Address: The restaurant has 2 locations in Hanoi:

+ No. 29 Hang Than, Nguyen Trung Truc Ward, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

+ No. 33 Nguyen Khac Nhu, Nguyen Trung Truc ward, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

– Business hours: from about 10:30 to 23:30 every day. The restaurant is most crowded in the late afternoon and evening, especially on weekends. At this time, customers often fill the chairs set up on the sidewalk of Hang Than Street.

Hotline Number: 0979.314.123

– Reference price: Caramel: 8,000 VND/box – Other ice creams and desserts: 25,000 – 30,000 VND/dish

2Detailed review of Duong Hoa Caramel shop

With a huge number of customers, let’s find out why this restaurant is so popular with Travel Guide right after this!

2.1 Advantages

– Excellent caramel: The flavor of the caramel here is highly appreciated for its rich, smooth taste and the perfect blend of sweetness and a little bitterness of coffee, bringing you a unique experience when enjoying it. In addition, the cake of the shop is soft, not pitted with the characteristic flavor that makes this shop famous in the Hanoi culinary community. If you are a lover of culinary sophistication, do not miss the opportunity to try this famous caramel dish.

– Restaurant space: Caramen Hang Than Restaurant makes a strong impression thanks to its coziness and cleanliness, despite its small size. The restaurant is designed in a simple style, creating a friendly and intimate space. The tables and chairs are arranged scientifically to optimize the space, allowing customers to comfortably enjoy their food in a cozy atmosphere, even when the restaurant is crowded.

– Enthusiastic staff: The highlight of the restaurant is the enthusiasm and thoughtfulness of the staff. They are always cheerful and ready to serve, making you feel welcome and appreciated when coming here. The friendliness and professionalism of the staff adds to the positive experience for customers, encouraging them to return to the restaurant in the future.

– Affordable price: Caramen Hang Than restaurant offers products at affordable prices, ranging from 20,000 to 30,000 VND for a large cup of caramel. This price is considered quite reasonable compared to the quality of the food and services provided, especially in a central location in Hanoi, attracting many tourists and locals.

– Diverse menu: The owner has constantly innovated the menu by adding new dishes such as pearl caramel, fruit caramel, etc. to serve the increasingly diverse needs of customers. In addition, the shop also serves coconut ice cream as well as other snacks (such as sweet soup, yogurt, coconut jelly, sponge cake, etc.). Thanks to that, the shop is always crowded whether it is weekdays or weekends.

– Well located: Located in the city center, Caramen Hang Than is also close to major attractions and bustling shopping areas, making it an ideal stop for those who want to combine exploring Hanoi’s culture and cuisine.

2.2 Disadvantages

Caramen Hang Than is always crowded, especially in the evenings and on weekends. In addition, one of the difficulties that customers of Caramen Hang Than often encounter is finding a place to park their motorbikes. Because the restaurant is located on Hang Than Street, one of the most central and bustling areas in Hanoi, the traffic is very heavy, especially during rush hours. In addition, the restaurant does not have its own parking lot, which further increases the difficulty in finding a safe and convenient parking space for customers.

2.3 Objective reviews from diners

Below are objective reviews from some diners who have experienced Caramen Hang Than restaurant:

– Mr. Pham Anh Tuan shared on Google Maps: “This shop is a familiar destination located at a bustling location of the street, right at the intersection of five roads. The prices here are quite reasonable, the caramel and coconut ice cream are very delicious.”

– According to Mr. Hieu Trong, also reviewed on Google Maps: “The caramel and yogurt here have a delicious, rich flavor with the perfect sweetness. During the day, the restaurant is quite empty but at night it is very crowded, finding a seat and parking space becomes difficult. The prices of the dishes are reasonable.”

– Ms. Ngoc Anh was interviewed by VNExpress newspaper and shared: “Since I was a student, I have known the traditional caramel flavor here. Although currently, the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic makes us often choose to take away instead of sitting at the restaurant, the quality of the food always makes us satisfied and want to come back.”

These reviews reflect the love as well as some inconveniences that customers may encounter when coming to the restaurant, but overall, the taste and service quality are still the main highlights that make the restaurant attract many people to come back to enjoy this delicious dessert.

Hopefully, through this article of Vietnamtravelio, you can feel the special charm of Caramen Hang Than – a meeting place not only for sweet-loving souls but also a place containing memories and rich cultural experiences of Hanoi. If you are looking for a place to enjoy traditional caramel flavor, or simply want to explore a corner of Hanoi’s Old Quarter through the culinary lens,