Our two guides were SO incredibly nice and lovely, it was our first day it Asia at all, we were jetlagged as can be and still had such a good time.
We are very thankful. They even provided some locations after the tour.
Absolute recommendation, maybe even the first thing when you arrive (as we did), so you know more about the city.
This tour was amazing from start to finish. I’ll admit I’m not normally a tour person but walking around the streets of Hanoi tasting the amazing vegan options the city has to offer was like an evening out with a friend. Vu is an excellent storyteller and shares his passion of food and his country so beautifully. The food is incredible and visiting local spots means short conversations with locals too. I would say if you love vegan food and local life, this tour is a must do when you visit Hanoi - thank you Vu!
Show up hungry - I went on the same evening as another solo traveller so we shared everything and it was still a lot of (great) food. What makes it 5 stars for me is that it isn't just eating - its the information sharing in between restaurants - we learned a lot!
The tour with Kien and An was really nice.
They showed us corners of the old town that we would probably never have seen alone.
The choice of food was also great and we went home full. We always learned a little bit about the history of each restaurant and the food, which we really liked.
Kien and An are super personable and nice. We had a lot of fun together and would recommend the tour 100%.
Best regards, Flo & Natalie
We had a really cool afternoon and ate super delicious. The atmosphere was super relaxed, we felt like we were traveling with friends, learned a lot and had fun. I can only recommend to anyone!
Had a great time with Vu and Rose 🙂 they took us to some great local food places and customised it based on our requirements. Also great conversation and insights into the local culture. Highly recommended.
This tour was the highlight of my trip to the Northern Vietnam. Kien is friendly, hospitable and helpful.
Not only we went to different places and tried out a lot of unique dishes but also immersed ourselves in many interesting stories of the ancient city told by our guide.
100% recommend this tour
Die Tour mit Vu war sehr schön und abwechslungsreich. Vu ist ein sehr sympathischer und netter Guide, der geduldig alle Fragen beantwortet und gerne mit allen im Austausch ist. Neben dem Essen hat er uns viele spannende Geschichten und Infos über die vietnamesische Kultur erzählt. Man sollte wirklich viel Hunger mitbringen, da es rund 7 Gänge hab und die Portionen zwar zum Teilen, aber sehr groß waren. Wir würden die Tour auf jeden Fall sofort wieder machen und weiterempfehlen, da wir für unseren nächsten Tag auch noch viele Tipps bzgl. Essen und Restaurants bekommen haben. 😊
Finding the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Hanoi can be a challenge. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Join us for an unforgettable vegan/vegetarian food walking experience and get a glimpse into the lives of the locals.
We’ll visit some of Hanoi‘s best local vegan-friendly street food places, handpicked by real foodies. In between bites, we’ll discuss the history of Vietnam from its beginnings to the present day, the story of the Vietnamese language, and explore some of the Old Quarter’s hidden gems: the smallest and longest alley, the local market, and stories of local people’s lives.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Includes
✔️ 3-hour long guided walking tour
✔️ Meals & drinks
✔️ Hand-picked expert guide
Exclude
❌ Gratuities
What to bring
Hat & sunscreen
Walking shoes
Essential information
You are allergic to something, notice our guides; they will help you to have a suitable menu for this adventure.
Meeting point: 72 Hang Bac
Overview
It is Hanoi Vegetarian Food Tour & Stories.
While trying the best street dishes in Hanoi, you’ll also get to learn about the history and everyday life of local people. We’ll talk about the history of Vietnam during French colonization and the Vietnam War. Plus, we’ll explore some hidden spots with exciting stories in the Old Quarter.
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Locals guide
Food note at the end of the tour
Need help remembering all the names and addresses of the dishes we have? No worries, we will give you the food notes and recommendations by the end of the tour. So, you can always come back anytime; even better, you will know how to order your favorite dishes in Vietnamese!
Easier
Vegan and vegetarian food and drinks
For guests who eat meat, many food tours have a lot of dishes to pick from. But it’s not always easy for vegetarians to find a food tour that fits their diet. That’s why we make sure that everyone can have a great food tour experience, no matter what they eat. We make it easy too, by giving vegetarian-friendly options so everyone can have a great time.
More than 10+ locations
Small group
The maximum group size is 8 people (though usually, we have 4-6 participants). Smaller groups make it easier to explore hidden gems, ask the host questions, and engage in meaningful conversations about history and politics. This is not possible with larger tour groups.
Flora verified
Had a great evening strolling around Hanoi and eating really yummy food. Great local knowledge meant we went to local haunts and the group sizes are small so you can ask lots of questions and have good conversation. Thanks!
Whitney verified
This is a great tour to do at the beginning of your stay in Hanoi. Cong explained a lot about Vietnamese food and culture and ordered foods based on our particular likes and dislikes. Cong will make the tour fun for you!
Morna verified
I am amazed at how well-prepared the tour was, and the list of vegan food with the address is such a thoughtful gesture of the guide. The vegan food that I got to try was amazing! The guide, Cong did an excellent job of explaining the food and showing me around Hanoi!
Yancy verified
This is the best tour experience we had in Vietnam regarding food and culture. Cong was super nice and he took us to see places we could have not found on our own. He is a wonderful storyteller and very funny as well. The food was extraordinary that we ordered a second plate to take to our hotel in almost every stop. Cong shares a lot and he is very authentic. He took care of my daughter and I and made our experience a one of a kind. Don’t look around for any other food experiences, book this one, it’s totally worth it!
Nadine verified
We loved our experience with our guide Nghia, and the food definitely suited our Malaysian tastebuds. It was the perfect thing to start off our trip, having only landed in the country 2 hours prior 😂 We’d never have even known to try the dishes we ate or go to the places we did, such as a long dark narrow alley of residences that apparently is typical in Hanoi. We were a group of 4 Muslim girls who only eat halal meat but can eat seafood, and informed them accordingly, so Nghia included a squid noodle dish on the tour too! He was so friendly and we bonded over a shared love of K-pop hahaha. Nghia was also super helpful when one of us urgently needed to get something from the pharmacy during the trip. Thanks Nghia! Tip: start the tour with an empty stomach. You’ll need room!