1 Pillow cake and salty donuts by Ly Quoc Su
– Address: Goc Da Restaurant, No. 52 Ly Quoc Su, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 09:00 – 16:00.
– Reference price: 7.000 – 17.000 VND
Salty pillow cakes and donuts at Ly Quoc Su have conquered diners thanks to their crispy crust, rich meat filling, and a bit of dried onion and wood ear mushrooms. In addition to the two main dishes, the restaurant also serves fried dumplings and fried spring rolls, creating a rich menu for Hanoi snack lovers. The space is small but cozy, suitable for you to stop by and enjoy a perfect snack.
Crispy cakes with rich meat filling. Photo: VnEpress
2 Le Ngoc Han hot cast cake
– Address: No. 8, Lane 8B, Le Ngoc Han Street, Ngo Thi Nham, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 08:00 – 21:00.
– Reference price: VND 25,000 – VND 35,000
Le Ngoc Han’s hot cake has been warming the hearts of Hanoi diners for more than 30 years on cold days. The cake is soft and delicious, combined with a flavorful stir-fried meat filling with wood ear mushrooms. Each bowl of Banh Duc was brought out steaming, bringing a feeling of warmth and closeness. This is one of the snacks that you should not miss when walking around Hanoi in winter.
Le Ngoc Han hot cake has become a familiar restaurant for Hanoi diners for more than 30 years. Photo: VnEpress
3 Hang Chieu Donuts
– Address: 52 Hang Chieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 07:00 – 17:00
– Reference selling price: From 4,000 VND
Hang Chieu donuts are not only a dish but also a part of the memories of many generations of Hanoians. With two basic types of cakes: sweet honey donuts and fragrant sugar donuts, the restaurant always has a long line of customers waiting.
Even though you have to queue for 30 minutes to 1 hour, the feeling of holding a hot, golden, sesame-scented donut in your hand makes all the waiting worth it. Once you visit, you will clearly feel the connection between traditional culinary culture and modern life in the old town.
Fragrant donuts. Photo: Hang Chieu Donuts
4 Donuts from O Quan Chuong
– Address: Tuyet Beo Restaurant, No. 1 Hang Chieu, Hang Buom, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 08:00 – 15:00
– Reference price: 1,000 VND/piece
The cute little donut at O Quan Chuong has the traditional flavor of Hanoi. The crust is crispy and the filling is rich with green beans and is covered with a layer of fragrant roasted sesame seeds. The cake is fried right on the spot so it always stays hot and crispy. This is the perfect dish to sip on chilly afternoons, reminiscent of simple childhood memories.
Hanoi’s oldest donut truck. Photo: Yohei Miyachi
5 Co Beo – Thuy Khue spring rolls
– Address: 3 Thuy Khue, Tay Ho, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 06:00 – 21:00
– Reference selling price: From 25,000 VND
Co Beo’s spring rolls have long become a familiar culinary symbol of Thuy Khue. Soft and smooth spring rolls, plump meat filling combines perfectly with pickles, spring rolls and green rice rolls, bringing an irresistible flavor. The restaurant serves all day but is busiest in the morning and late afternoon. This place is suitable for you to enjoy a light breakfast or an afternoon snack. The restaurant space is comfortable with both indoor and outdoor seating, making it easy for diners to choose.
A portion of banh gio has lots of attractive toppings. Photo: Hong Hanh
6 Ba Xuan rice rolls
– Address: No. 16 Doc Hoe Nhai, Nguyen Trung Truc, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 07:00 – 12:00 & 16:00 – 00:30.
– Reference price: VND 15,000 – VND 30,000
Ba Xuan’s banh cuon brings a delicate culinary experience with a soft, smooth layer of cake wrapped in sweet and fragrant meat, served with a delicious dipping sauce and fresh vegetables. The restaurant space is small but the service speed is fast, so even though it’s crowded, you can still enjoy the food without having to wait long. With reasonable prices, this is one of the snack places in Hanoi not to be missed.
Banh cuon Ba Xuan offers a sophisticated culinary experience. Photo: Michelin Guide
7 Ba Trieu grilled chicken feet
– Address: 264 Ba Trieu, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 18:00 – 23:00
– Reference price: From 10,000 VND
Ba Trieu grilled chicken feet restaurant is an ideal destination for those who want to enjoy a delicious Hanoi snack. Chicken feet here are carefully marinated with typical spices, grilled until golden and fragrant. Although the restaurant space is quite small, thanks to the sidewalk area, you can sit and sip grilled chicken feet while watching the flow of people passing by on busy Ba Trieu street. This is definitely a culinary experience that is both enjoyable and relaxing.
Fragrant grilled chicken feet are loved by many people. Photo: Foody
8 Minci Mango Sweet Soup
– Address: 5 Nguyen Truong To, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00
– Reference selling price: From 15,000 VND
Another Hanoi snack that Vietnamtravelio would like to introduce to you is Minci mango dessert. Minci Mango sweet soup is a cool dish not to be missed on hot summer days in Hanoi. The shop’s mango sweet soup is made from fresh mangoes frozen into jelly, mixed with shaved ice, coconut milk and condensed milk to create a taste that is both sweet and refreshing. In addition to mango sweet soup, you can also try dishes like matcha caramel or mixed caramel that are also very popular with diners. The restaurant is located near schools so it is always crowded, especially young people. This is definitely an ideal Hanoi snack spot for those who love fresh desserts.
Attractive bowl at Minci mango sweet soup. Photo: Lee Hae Seok
9 Gia Ngu worm cake
– Address: No. 25 Gia Ngu, Hang Bac, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00
– Reference price: From 10,000 VND
Gia Ngu rice worm patties impress with the image of golden patties arranged neatly in front of the restaurant. The rolls are made from fresh worms, mixed with eggs, pork, onions, dill and tangerine peel, creating a rich, irresistible flavor. This is a snack that is not only delicious but also features traditional Hanoi cuisine.
Crispy and fragrant fried pork patties. Photo: Misayuki K
10 Nem chua Phuong – Au Trieu
– Address: 10 Au Trieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 15:00 – 24:00
– Reference selling price: From 20,000 VND
Hidden on the small street of Au Trieu, Phuong nem chua shop is a familiar gathering place for young people who love Hanoi snacks. With just a few small chairs placed close to the road and a few simple plastic trays as tables, the restaurant’s space has created a very “Hanoi” style. Grilled Nem chua here has a charming aroma that spreads throughout the street. Just order a plate of grilled spring rolls, add a cup of iced tea or a few pieces of cool jicama, and you’ll have a leisurely afternoon chatting with friends in the heart of the old town.
Nem chua Phuong restaurant is a familiar gathering place for young people. Photo: Nem chua Phuong – Au Trieu
11 Fried spring rolls on Temporal Lane
– Address: 36 Temporal Lane, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 08:00 – 23:00
– Reference selling price: From 10,000 VND
Temporary Alley has long been famous as a “fried spring roll paradise” with an unmistakable flavor. The hot, crispy fried spring rolls are handmade from fresh meat, pork skin and just the right amount of spices, creating a dish that fascinates many diners. The special thing is that when enjoying spring rolls here, you can combine them with snacks such as cucumber, sour mango or jicama, creating a perfect “combo”. Sitting in the middle of a small but bustling alley, feeling the crunch of fried spring rolls, you will definitely understand why this place is always crowded with people coming in and out.
Temporary Alley has long been famous as a “fried spring roll paradise”. Photo: Foody
12 Hung Ben Pho Roll
– Address: 118 Ward Tran Vu, Truc Bach, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
– Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00
– Reference selling price: 20,000 VND – 55,000 VND
Hung Ben Restaurant has long affirmed its position in the hearts of Hanoi diners. With a cool, clean space and quick service style, the restaurant brings a pleasant feeling from the moment you step in. With a rich menu from soft and smooth pho rolls, flavorful stir-fried pho to crispy fried pho, this is an ideal Hanoi snack restaurant for you to enjoy a light meal in the early morning or late afternoon.
Hung Ben Restaurant has long affirmed its position in the hearts of diners. Photo: Pho cooking pot
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13 Nghia Tan pho pho
– Address: No. 106C2 Nghia Tan, Cau Giay, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 10:00 – 17:00.
– Reference price: VND 10,000 – VND 22,000
Nghia Tan tofu is the perfect choice for hot summer days. With the sweet taste of tofu, green jelly, black jelly, chewy tapioca pearls, fragrant coconut milk and crispy dried coconut, each bowl brings a cool, refreshing feeling.
Nghia Tan tofu is the perfect choice for hot summer days. Photo: ZNews
14 Oc Hanh – Ngo Si Lien
– Address: 27 Ngo Si Lien, Dong Da, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00
– Reference selling price: From 20,000 VND
Oc Hanh is the ideal place for snail lovers. Here, you can enjoy many dishes from boiled snails, stir-fried snails to attractive seafood dishes. The dishes are carefully prepared, fresh and very reasonably priced. The restaurant has an airy, clean space, fast service, guaranteed to bring you a wonderful culinary experience. In particular, this is the ideal place to gather friends or family, enjoy delicious dishes in a bustling but cozy atmosphere.
Oc Hanh is the ideal place for snail lovers. Photo: Momo
15 Grilled eggs by Nguyen Quang Bich
– Address: No. 32 Hoi Vu, Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
– Opening hours: 16:00 – 22:00.
– Reference price: 10,000 VND – 20,000 VND
Nguyen Quang Bich’s grilled eggs are a new snack with a unique way of cooking. Quail eggs are grilled on a charcoal grill, adding shrimp, sausage, cheese, butter and tamarind sauce, creating an irresistible delicious flavor. The restaurant space is small but cozy, very suitable for gatherings of friends to enjoy this delicious dish.
Nguyen Quang Bich’s grilled eggs are a new snack with a unique way of cooking. Photo: Dinh Quynh’s Food
Hanoi not only captivates tourists with its beautiful scenery but also with its rich cuisine. The snack bars above are a blend of traditional and creative flavors, providing a memorable experience. Don’t forget to follow Vietnamtravelio Travel Guide to pocket many other attractive culinary destinations at home and abroad.
