Year: 2019

The history of Hanoi dates back more than 1,000 years. Unlike Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi has taken great pains to retain traditional Vietnamese culture. This extends to all corners of the city from its authentic spaces to its delicious cuisine. Hanoi represents an important crossroads of Vietnam; all roads lead to and from it. Including rail, air, and roadways. But Hanoi is more than just a transportation hub. It also represents an important center of Vietnamese cuisine. Not sure what to eat in Hanoi? The city's food proves different than that of the southern and central portions of the nation. Rich in flavor, Hanoi's cuisine rarely descends into exaggerated or easily definable categories like sweet and sour or spicy. A true reflection of Vietnam, the food here is filled with complex yet subtle flavorings. Read on to learn more about where to eat in Hanoi. Where to Eat Phở When you think of Vietnamese food, what comes to mind? We'll wager that phở, one of Vietnam's top exports, ranks somewhere near the top of the list. Nothing hits the spot like a classic preparation of this glorious dish such as phở bo. Phở bo relies on beef broth, rice noodles, onions, scallions, and plenty of great herbs and seasonings for its signature flavor. Topped with cuts of beef, it satisfies. More than likely, you'll be eating a lot of phở during your trip. So, why not make it something worth savoring by knowing which restaurants to visit? At the top of our list is Phở 10 Lý Quốc Sư (10 Lý Quốc Sư), which proves easy to find because of the long lines snaking outside of this establishment. A real Hanoi hotspot, it serves up a consistently delicious pho that locals love. Another restaurant that delivers is Phở Gia Truyền Bát Đàn (49 Bát Đàn). One of the best phở restaurants in Hanoi, this is attested by the massive lines outside. It's open from 6 am to