
Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5,473 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie worth booking?
Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie is a 3-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $28 per person. It scores 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5,473 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 87 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5,473)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $28 per person
Discovering Hanoi’s Old Quarter street foods can be a leap of faith without a guide to steer you to the must-eats and prevent you getting lost. With this small-group tour, you’ll visit tried-and-trusted food spots to sample classics, such as steamed pancakes, noodle soup, and more, all with a guide to describe each dish and help you navigate. The tour starts in the Old Quarter, we also might visit Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), Dong Xuan Market e.g.
What you get
About this experience
Discovering Hanoi’s Old Quarter street foods can be a leap of faith without a guide to steer you to the must-eats and prevent you getting lost. With this small-group tour, you’ll visit tried-and-trusted food spots to sample classics, such as steamed pancakes, noodle soup, and more, all with a guide to describe each dish and help you navigate. The tour starts in the Old Quarter, we also might visit Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), Dong Xuan Market e.g.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Snacks
- A bottle of water, coffee, or beer
- Food tasting
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Our guide will come to your hotel in the Old Quarter to pick you up. A short briefing before we start.
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Old Quarter
On a 3 hours walking tour, you’ll explore the culture and history of Hanoi as you step into a world full of street food vendors. Unlike big cities all around the world, street food in Hanoi are not just hot dog carts and pretzel stands, we offer an opportunity to try out many different dishes at local food stand as well as local family restaurants. A rotating menu from day-to-day to represent the variety of delicious options, but tastings might include, but are subject to change: rice noodle soup with beef, rice noodle with chicken, rice noodle with grilled pork, snail, or dry noodle, sticky rice, along with various kinds of donut, steamed pancake or Vietnamese sandwiches.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Hoan Kiem Walking Street
We pass by the famous streets such as Ta Hien, Hang Ma, Luong Ngoc Quyen, Ma May...
Pass by without stopping
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Time to say goodbye! Our guide will take you back to your hotel or show you way to walk around and enjoy the peaceful of Hanoi.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
Pick-up is available at your hotel/stay within Hanoi Old Quarter only. In case your hotel/stay is outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to HA Food Tours, 41 Luong Van Can (inside Craft Viet Shop) For further help or support about pick up, please contact Phone/WhatsApp/Viber: +84 96 77 99 592
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Pick-up is available at your hotel/stay within Hanoi Old Quarter only. In case your hotel/stay is outside of Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to HA Food Tours, 41 Luong Van Can (inside Craft Viet Shop) For further help or support about pick up, please contact Phone/WhatsApp/Viber: +84 96 77 99 592
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ha Food Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, and Gluten-Free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please give advise any kind of food allergy/special request.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5,450 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
5,450 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lots of good street food.
Bobby was a great local guide who grew up in Hanoi with lots of insights into Vietnamese food and culture. Tasted lots of street food we wouldn’t have had the knowledge or experience to otherwise. Come hungry, there is plenty of good food.
via Tripadvisor
A great introduction to Hanoi
Ricky was a great guide! All the stops were excellent and included several places we never would have found otherwise. I was especially impressed to receive a list of specific recommendations for different kinds of dishes we might want to check out on our own - that alone is worth a lot!
via Tripadvisor
A Fantastic First Evening in Hanoi with Patrick!
Our food tour with Patrick was fantastic! We tried 7–8 delicious local dishes and learned so much about Hanoi, Vietnamese culture, history, and the country today. Patrick was knowledgeable, passionate, and great company. We had a wonderful, relaxed evening with a group of four. The perfect start to our trip in Hanoi. It couldn’t have been better! Highly recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Good food your with variety
Booked on trip.com for a group of friends and it was quite good.
via Tripadvisor
Enjoy 5 experiences with no wait.
We can visit 5 fantastic places with almost no wait.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,916
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 87
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5,473 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie?
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Around 1,916 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ha Giang Loop 3-Day Small Group - from Hanoi, (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR, Incense Village Quang Phu Cau, Hat Village and Hanoi City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie?
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Included: Local guide; Snacks; A bottle of water, coffee, or beer; and Food tasting. Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 810 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hanoi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie?
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Across 5,473 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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