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Specialties in Hanoi must be tried once when traveling and bought as gifts

Specialties in Hanoi that must be tried once when coming here are always an issue that many tourists are interested in every day. Refer to the content of the article 63Stravel for more delicious food suggestions in this capital city.

Capital cuisine is meticulously and carefully prepared from the freshest ingredients. Therefore, each dish is not only delicious and nutritious but also has its own unique culinary cultural beauty. Today, let's join 63Stravel to learn about the specialties in Hanoi that you must try once when you come here!

Specialties in Hanoi must try once when coming here

Below are 14+ specialties in Hanoi that you must try once when you come here that you should save for reference when needed.

Pho Hanoi

When it comes to specialties in Hanoi, you must try it once when you come here. Pho is probably always the "best seller" on this list. From liquid pho, stir-fried pho, chicken pho to rolled pho, all bring unique culinary experiences for visitors.

Phở Hà Nội - Món ăn làm nên tên tuổi ẩm thực ở Việt Nam

Pho Hanoi - The dish that made a culinary reputation in Vietnam

Pho Hanoi is also a traditional dish of three regions of Vietnam, loved by millions of people. Pho is often served with coriander, bean sprouts, lemon, chili, etc., creating an ecstatic flavor that anyone who tastes it for the first time feels rich and delicious.

Bun thang

Hanoi vermicelli thang is quite a sophisticated dish, because it uses more than 20 types of ingredients to create a delicious, flavorful bowl of vermicelli. Each bowl of bun thang includes: fried chicken eggs, chicken breast, pork sausage, shrimp, squid, etc. All create an eye-catching, deliciously delicious bowl of vermicelli. If you have the opportunity to visit the Capital city, don't forget to try this vermicelli dish!

Bún thang Hà Nội - Đặc sản không thể bỏ lỡ khi đến thủ đô

Bun thang Hanoi - A specialty not to be missed when coming to the capital 

Rice cake

Banh Com is one of the famous specialties in Hanoi. Not only loved by domestic diners, Hanoi green rice cake also attracts thousands of foreign diners when they try it for the first time.

Bánh cốm Hà Nội - đặc sản nổi tiếng vùng thủ đô

Hanoi green rice cake - famous specialty of the capital region

The cake not only smells like rice flakes but also has a sweet taste from pure green beans and sugar. The cake is square in shape and has many special meanings. This is an interesting snack that you should try when you come to Hanoi!

Banh Khuc

Banh Khuc Hanoi is not only a specialty but also a familiar morning gift to the people here. The cake is covered with a fragrant sticky rice crust, blending the flavors of vegetables and sticky rice. The filling is mashed green beans, accompanied by fatty meat marinated with rich pepper. You can find this dish on any street corner of Hanoi, at markets or even in supermarkets.

Bánh khúc - Món ăn đặc sản nhất định phải thử khi du lịch Hà Nội

Banh Khuc - A must-try specialty dish when traveling to Hanoi

>> Reference: What should I buy as a gift when traveling in Hanoi?

Sticky rice

Hanoi sticky rice is a typical traditional dish of the Capital, loved by both locals and tourists. This is a popular breakfast dish, often appearing at sidewalk restaurants and street vendors. There are many different types of sticky rice such as sticky rice, sticky rice, sticky rice with sausage, and sticky rice with braised meat. Not only delicious, sticky rice is also an important part of the culinary culture of Hanoians.

Xôi cốm gói lá sen - món đặc sản nhất định phải thử ở Hà Nội

Sticky rice with green rice wrapped in lotus leaves - a must-try specialty in Hanoi

Old Town Café

Pho Co Café is always a drink that amazes any local people or tourists from near and far. The most prominent is egg coffee, a unique specialty combining black coffee and egg yolks whipped with sugar. Besides, iced milk coffee is also very popular, bringing a delicious and rich flavor. The restaurant space is often simple but cozy, helping you feel the slow pace of life in Hanoi's old town. You can sip coffee while admiring the unique scenery here.

Trang Tien Ice Cream

A specialty in Hanoi that you must try once when you come here and cannot be missed is Trang Tien ice cream. An ice cream with a small shape but when eaten is creamy and cold, it will make you really passionate about it. Currently, Trang Tien ice cream is mixed with many different flavors, each ice cream costs only 12,000 VND, you can already enjoy the impressive sweet and fragrant flavor!

Banh Cha

Among Hanoi's specialty cakes, don't forget to enjoy this extremely famous Banh Cha! Each beautiful cake with a rich filling, the combination of lemon leaves and other spices will definitely make you fall in love. Eating banh cha and drinking a cup of hot tea is wonderful.

Bánh chả Hà Nội - món ăn đặc sản đậm đà hương vị Hà thành

Hanoi Banh Cha - a specialty dish rich in Hanoi flavor

Mussel porridge

This is a quite simple and rustic dish of Hanoi locals. Especially on cold days, mussel porridge is always sought after by gourmets. The porridge has a sweet taste, eaten with fried rice cakes, creating many attractive flavors that stimulate the taste buds of all visitors.

Snail noodles

Hanoi's snail noodle dish has become famous not only because of its sophisticated preparation but also because of its rich flavor that is difficult to mix with other dishes. Coming to Hanoi, you immediately order a bowl of snail noodles filled with eye-catching toppings. Sweet noodle soup, fresh snails, crispy fried beans combined with the sour, spicy taste of lemon and chili will be an attractive dish that you should try when coming to this land.

Bún ốc Hà Nội - Đặc sản nhất định phải thử một lần khi đi du lịch

Hanoi Snail Vermicelli - A must-try specialty when traveling

La Vong grilled fish

La Vong grilled fish is a typical delicacy of Hanoi, imbued with the traditional flavor and culture of this land. The pieces of fish here are cut into bite-sized pieces, usually lentils or tilapia, marinated with delicious spices and grilled on a charcoal stove until crispy golden. The dish is served in a hot pan, accompanied by fresh onions and sauteed dill. La Vong grilled fish served with fresh vermicelli, roasted peanuts and shrimp paste or fish sauce, creating a blend of rich and fresh flavors that you cannot resist.

Chả cá Lã Vọng Hà Nội - món ngon đất Kinh kỳ

La Vong grilled fish in Hanoi - a delicious dish from the capital

Crab cakes

Crab cake is one of the dishes you cannot miss when coming to Hanoi. Made from banh da (a type of wide noodle cake) combined with fresh crab, this dish brings a unique and attractive flavor. The broth is made from crab, has an attractive red color, along with spices such as ginger, turmeric and fried onions creating a seductive aroma.

Bánh đa cua - Đặc sản Hà Nội ăn rồi nhớ mãi

Crab cakes - Hanoi specialty, eat and remember forever

Crab cakes are often served with accompanying ingredients such as bean sprouts, raw vegetables, fish cakes and fried beans, creating a richness of flavor. You can find crab cakes at many roadside eateries or in markets, which are always crowded with diners. This will definitely be an interesting culinary experience when you visit Hanoi.

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Banh cuon

Hanoi banh cuon is more different from banh cuon in Central and South. Because the dish has a combination of wet cake and regular roll cake. The cake is served with spring rolls, grilled meat, floss and sweet and sour fish sauce. This is a perfect choice for a nutritious and delicious breakfast when you first visit Hanoi.

Rib porridge

Hanoi rib porridge is an attractive breakfast dish, famous for its rich flavor and ease of eating. The porridge is cooked from pureed rice until smooth, combined with carefully stewed pork ribs to create a sweet and fragrant broth.

Cháo sườn - món ăn đường phố xuất hiện lâu đời tại Hà Nội

Rib porridge - a street food that has been around for a long time in Hanoi

The porridge dish is often sprinkled with green onions, ground pepper and served with crispy fried dough, bringing an interesting blend between the soft taste of the porridge and the crunchiness of the fried dough. You can also add a little shrimp paste or lemon to add flavor. Rib porridge is not only a delicious dish but also an indispensable part of the culinary culture of Hanoi people, very worthy for you to enjoy!

Above are 14+ specialties in Hanoi that you must try once when you come here! When planning a trip to the Capital city, don't forget to save these delicious dishes so you can enjoy them when you arrive. Wishing you delicious moments.

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