Around Hanoi Cathedral: What to eat from morning till night?

Discover the vibrant culinary map around the Cathedral, from the renowned Michelin-starred pho and fragrant grilled fermented pork rolls to the crispy eel vermicelli that captivates visitors.

Explore the vibrant culinary map around the Cathedral.

More than just an ancient architectural landmark and historical destination, the area around Hanoi's Grand Cathedral is also a vibrant culinary paradise, where visitors can discover countless delicious dishes from early morning until late at night. The interwoven narrow streets create a rich food map, captivating anyone who loves the culture of the capital city.

The area around Hanoi's Grand Cathedral is always crowded and bustling. Photo: Huy Nguyen

A famous breakfast featuring pho, recommended by Michelin.

Starting the day in this area, visitors can choose from many famous pho restaurants, including some that have been awarded Michelin stars.

Pho Tu Lun Au Trieu: Uniquely rich and flavorful broth.

Located right next to the Grand Cathedral, Pho Tu Lun is a familiar address that has been awarded the Bib Gourmand prize (a delicious and affordable restaurant) for three consecutive years. The restaurant's distinctive feature is its cloudy, rich broth, different from most pho restaurants in Hanoi. The fresh beef is pounded with a knife before being added to the bowl, helping to preserve its natural sweetness. Each bowl of pho here costs from 55,000 VND.

The restaurant's signature dish is its cloudy, rich broth. Photo: The Bang

Pho Oanh Tho Xuong: The taste of Nam Dinh in the heart of Hanoi

Just a few hundred meters away, Pho Oanh in Tho Xuong alley offers the authentic taste of Nam Dinh pho. The restaurant is always bustling with customers, especially on weekends. The rare beef is thinly sliced, pounded, and then topped with boiling broth to retain its sweetness and tenderness. The crispy, fresh brisket is also a big plus. The price of a bowl of pho here is quite affordable, starting from only 40,000 VND.

Pho Oanh has the authentic flavor of Nam Dinh pho. Photo: Linh Trang

Pho 10 Ly Quoc Su: A familiar meeting place for tourists.

Also recognized by Michelin in the Bib Gourmand list, Pho 10 Ly Quoc Su is a familiar destination for many tourists, especially international visitors. The restaurant is often full, and diners have to queue. Pho here costs from 70,000 VND per bowl.

The world of snacks captivates the afternoon.

As evening approaches, the streets around the church become bustling with tempting street food.

Grilled fermented pork sausage and fried dishes.

Grilled fermented pork sausage (nem chua nướng) is a famous local snack, usually sold from late afternoon onwards. The fresh, slightly charred sausages are grilled over charcoal and served with chili sauce, jicama, and green mango. Visitors can also order french fries or fried fermented pork sausage.

Grilled fermented pork sausage (nem chua nướng) is a popular snack that attracts young tourists. A platter like the one pictured costs 220,000 VND. Photo: Huy Nguyen

Banh Goi Goi (pillow-shaped dumplings from Goc Da): Crispy and delicious in a small alley.

The Gốc Đa steamed rice dumpling shop is small but always crowded during rush hour. The hot dumplings have a golden, crispy crust and a generous filling of meat, wood ear mushrooms, vermicelli, and Chinese sausage. The dipping sauce, made according to a family recipe, is the soul of the dish. A single dumpling costs 14,000 VND. The shop also serves shrimp cakes, fried cakes, and fried spring rolls.

Besides steamed dumplings, the shop also offers shrimp cakes, fried cakes, fried spring rolls, tapioca dumplings, etc. Photo: Huy Nguyen

Autumn green rice flakes: A refined delicacy of Hanoi.

In autumn, simple vendors selling sticky rice flakes reappear around the area around the Grand Cathedral. Enjoying the fragrant, chewy rice flakes or sweet and savory sticky rice with rice flakes while watching the street life is an experience not to be missed.

Sticky rice with young rice flakes is appealing to diners. Photo: Huy Nguyen

Heartwarming dishes for dinner

When night falls, hot dishes come into their own, offering a feeling of warmth and satisfaction.

Pork rib porridge in Ngo Huyen alley

This famous pork rib porridge shop is a great choice for a light dinner. The porridge is made from finely ground rice flour with bone broth, resulting in a thick, creamy, and flavorful dish. Toppings include crunchy pork cartilage, fried dough sticks, and shredded pork floss. Each bowl of porridge costs from 30,000 VND.

Each bowl of porridge is usually served with two fried dough sticks and some shredded pork floss for added flavor. Each bowl costs from 30,000 VND.

Chan Cam Eel Vermicelli: Bib Gourmand Class

Located at the intersection of Chan Cam and Ly Quoc Su streets, this eel noodle soup restaurant was also featured in the Michelin Guide's Bib Gourmand list for 2025. Diners can choose from noodle soup, mixed noodles, or eel salad. The fried eel here is exceptionally crispy, not tough or greasy. The broth and dressing are well-balanced and flavorful. The price per serving ranges from 45,000 to 60,000 VND.

Chan Cam eel noodle restaurant has been selected and featured in the Michelin Guide's Bib Gourmand list for 2025. Photo: Linh Trang

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