Vegan Street Food & Stories of Hanoi: Explore Local Cuisine and History

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Discover the vibrant vegan street food scene in Hanoi while uncovering the fascinating history and culture of Vietnam. Join us on a culinary journey through the Old Quarter, tasting delicious plant-based dishes and hearing captivating stories of local life.

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Old Quarter Ta Hien Corner - We are very proud of our experience with 230+ reviews (99% EXCELLENT).\n\nFinding the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Hanoi can be a challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!\nWhether with friends, family, or alone, you’ll be in excellent company in a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a local friend.\nWe start our journey by tasting the best vegan dishes and hearing stories of the Vietnamese language and the Vietnam War. Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture as we walk through the Old Quarter and visit sites known only to locals (the tiniest and longest alley and a hidden temple!). We will try up to 10 delicious dishes, all unique to Hanoi. This experience is an excellent combination of tasting local food and understanding history, culture, and lifestyle!\nThings to note:\n- All food and drink are included in the price, as well as the local guide.\n- This is a small-group experience for up to eight people.\nStill have any doubts? Join us for the best “local” advice!

What's Included

Snacks
Lunch
Dinner

What's Not Included

Tip for the guide.
Gratuities

Meal Options

Xoi Yen - Sticky rice with fried onions
Banh Mi - mini - Vietnamese bread with fried onions, chilli souce
Vietnamese fruits
Bun chay - Noodle salad with lots of veggies.
Bia hoi (fresh beer)
Sugarcane juice - Wow, this one is the most second popular drink in Hanoi after beer.
Papaya salad & Tra Chanh! - Pickled papaya and a variety of herbs make for a great pairing with local drinks like Tra Chanh, green tea, and lemonade.
Local doughnuts - Local doughnuts with sesame and mung bean flavor.
Bingsu or sticky rice with coconut ice-cream - This is an incredible dessert!

Additional Information

We are going to tour some of the finest local street food venues in Hanoi, which are beloved by vegans and hand-selected by true culinary enthusiasts. As we savour each delicacy, we shall delve into the rich heritage of Vietnam, from its inception to contemporary times, discuss the evolution of the Vietnamese language, and uncover hidden treasures in the Old Quarter: the narrowest and longest alley, the bustling local marketplace, and tales from the lives of its residents.

Location

Nhà Hát Cải Lương Hà Nội

Phố Hàng Bạc

Please come to the small theatre called "Nhà Hát Cải Lương Hà Nội" at 72 Hang Bac.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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John_p

Jun 24, 2024

Great tour, delicious food, lovely guides - My brother and I had been staying in Vietnam for a while but had generally been playing it safe with food since it can be tough to tell what is or isn’t vegan. We decided to book a tour to branch out a bit under the guidance of a local. The tour struck a good balance of sweet and savoury snacks, fruit, and drinks, giving us a useful (and delicious) overview of the wider range of food available here. The main standout, though, were the super-friendly guides. They were well-organised so waiting times for food were minimal, and they made sure we were happy with what we were eating. They also spoke great english, and gave us some really interesting insights into the daily lives of people here. Very good tour and reasonably priced.

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V134uibeckyn

Jun 13, 2024

Delicious vegan street food tour - Fabulous trip with Angelina. She was an interesting, knowledgeable and very friendly guide to all things vegan in Hanoi. We stopped at a mix of street food places and at the end she gave a great list of recommendations ( we tried many of these). 10/10 would recommend!

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Kumar_p

Apr 23, 2024

Very fun experience -- one of the best things to do in the Old Quarter - We had a great time sharing stories with the host, Angelina -- she was very well informed and was genuinely excited to share the food of Hanoi!

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Theresa_m

Apr 14, 2024

Very fun tour! - This was a really fun tour! My daughter and I were the only ones booked that day, so we ended up with a private tour with guide, Angelina. She was a fabulous guide - very engaging, she shared many insights on life in Hanoi between food stops and had many questions for us too. The food was also very good and we tried many things we wouldn’t have found on our own. Great experience!

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Mgsflores

Apr 1, 2024

A great veggie-friendly walking tour - Make sure you come hungry! We had a great evening walk with Yen, learned a lot and ate a lot 😋 My favorite was the turmeric sticky rice and donut!

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Venture42855402407

Mar 27, 2024

Must go tour! - Went with my husband (first time in Vietnam) and Viet Kieu mother (her and my first time in Hanoi) and we had the perfect time with Yen! She was so knowledgeable and sweet, and we got to try dishes I've never had before (as a Viet American) and explore parts of Hanoi's old quarter we wouldn't have seen otherwise. Perfect way to ease into our trip and get acclimated to Hanoi!

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Euginiej

Mar 25, 2024

Great tour! - I went two years ago with Cong and it was so great that we came again this year. This time, Yen was our guide and she was really great. She chatted to us about the Vietnam stories and also about our lives which was great. We ate at amazing places and had lots of different things which we really enjoyed. Thank you very much!

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Leetp9336kv

Mar 22, 2024

Loved it! - Tried lots of amazing food! So fun to go to spots we otherwise wouldn’t have found by ourselves. We learnt a lot from our guide Yen, and she was so kind!

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Birgit

Mar 17, 2024

Perfect experience - We have had a wonderful evening with Yen! Very interesting stories about Vietnam and Hanoi and the food was delicious . Thank you, Yen!

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