The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour
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The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour is a 3-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $31 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 245 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (245)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $31 per person
Eat your way through Hanoi's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every
What you get
- 10 Food & Drinks Tastings
- Vegetarian alternatives
- Private Tour
- Local Guide
About this experience
Eat your way through Hanoi's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Shrimp pancake and Egg coffee. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
What's included
Included
- 10 Food & Drinks Tastings
- Vegetarian alternatives
- Private Tour
- Local Guide
Not included
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Extra food & Drinks
What you'll see and do
Thang Long Water Puppet Theater
Meet your host!
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Chua Ba Da
Ancient Temple: After meeting your local host at the entrance of the Lotus Water Puppet Theatre, make your way to this beautiful Ba Da Temple, which is one of the four sacred temples in Hanoi
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Let’s Roll: Warm up your tastebuds with a delicious pho roll, consisting of noodles, beef and finished with herbs. Originating from Hanoi this dish has become a local favorite Shrimp Pastry: One of the specialties of Hanoi is fried shrimp pancake. The fried pastry is topped with red shrimps and is eaten together with dishes of spicy vegetables mixed with sweet and sour sauce. You won’t regret it! Summer Vibes: Take a sip of Hanoi beer, locally produced in Hanoi and a very popular alcoholic drink to Hanoians as it is a light, fresh beer, perfect for warm days
15 minutes here
Bonjour!: Catch a glimpse of a fascinating villa built with French architecture in 1930 and hear the story behind it, and how the locals come together here now
15 minutes here
Eat & Dip: This next Hanoian dish is ready to be tasted by you! Enjoy Bún chả, a Vietnamese dish of grilled pork, noodles and some fresh pickled vegetables, served with a delicious dipping sauce Historical Favorite: Make a stop at one of the foodie streets in Hanoi to try a staple in the Vietnamese cuisine: sticky rice. Served together with mung beans and dry shallots, this dish is something that many locals grew up with
15 minutes here
Street Food Classic: Step into a typical Hanoian eatery, where you can try a popular street food item consisting of steamed rice rolls stuffed with pork, mushrooms, or both. Usually, this dish is served with fried shallot dip, sweet and sour fish sauce, a variety of fresh herbs and lime-based sauce on the side
15 minutes here
National Specialty: Known all over the world, Pho is cooked in special broth, and served with beef or chicken, vinegar, spring onions, pepper, and lime juice. This combination is simply divine!
15 minutes here
Bánh Mì Time: The baguette was introduced to Vietnam in the mid-19th century, when Vietnam was part of French Indochina, and became a staple food by the early 20th century. Take a bite out of a fusion of meats, vegetables, cucumber and carrots
15 minutes here
Traditional Medicine: Walk through one of the oldest streets well-known for its specialized industry: traditional medicine. Named after a famous physician, whom your local host can tell you all about
15 minutes here
Fruity Flavors: Find your way to the next street in the Old Quarter to taste some desert! This dish has different kinds of fruits mixed with coconut milk, condensed milk and crushed ice. What a way to satisfy your sweet tooth!
15 minutes here
Coffee & Chill: Visit a family-run cafe that has become a familiar address for Hanoi lovers and the locals. Take a sip of delicious egg coffee, invented in 1940 when a bartender whisked eggs into his coffee as he couldn’t find milk. It’s now one of the most famous coffees in Hanoi
15 minutes here
several styles of architecture used by the French during colonization
15 minutes here
Quaint, unassuming Buddhist temple pagoda built in 1056 & featuring a serene vibe.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
Entrance gate of the Lotus Water Puppet Theatre.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Entrance gate of the Lotus Water Puppet Theatre.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- vi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Withlocals
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Private tour: only you & your local guide
- Includes city highlights in between food stops
- Alternatives offered for those with dietary restrictions
- Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 245 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
245 verified traveler reviews for The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great food with a most entertaining guide!
Food was excellent - Kim was an informative and entertaining guide.
via Tripadvisor
Great food and experience
I would highly recommend this tour. Our guide was Hoa, she provided a great blend of interesting and delicious food with cultural insights and Vietnamese history. Thank you Hoa 😊
via Viator
Delicious way to explore Hanoi
I cannot recommend this tour with Lien enough! She was so kind, moved us around with ease, and shared interesting information about the people and food of Vietnam. Most importantly, her well-planned evening together accommodated my husbands gluten free dietary restrictions safely. We highly recommend this tour with Lien.
via Viator
Great time with Loan
Loan, our guide, is so knowledgeable and considerate. My friend has many food allergies and Loan is so accommodating to work around her needs yet able to intoduce us to a variety of scrumptious local foods. I love the double fried spring rolls, fresh local beer, and BBQ pork banh mi. Loan knows her way around so well and is friends with the owners of these favored diners and street food vendors. We have had a lovely time, and highly recommend Loan as a local Hanoi guide!
via Tripadvisor
Great way to experience a variety of foods
Ruby was a fabulous guide for our family of six (2 adults, 1 teen and 3 young adults). We chose a private evening walking food tour and saw many sights, heard background stories and tasted an amazing array of Hanoi food. We said our goodbyes to Ruby with very full bellies before finishing our night with a visit to Train Street. Thanks so much Ruby!
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
- Price range
- $31 to $113
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 86
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour cost?
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Prices start at $31 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 The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour 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 The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 245 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour?
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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 The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour 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 The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour?
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Around 86 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 The 10 Tastings of Hanoi With Locals: Private Street Food Tour 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 Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. 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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