Hanoi

Vegetarian restaurant offering a wide variety of dishes at very friendly prices. The shade of bamboo is very pleasant during sunny days. Many young expatriates from all over the world find themselves at lunch or coffee. 

Located at the back of a courtyard, not far from the French Embassy, this is a special vegetarian restaurant because the authentic vegetarian dishes imitate (almost) perfectly chicken, duck, beef or fish. In the spirit of the Buddhist tradition, it is a matter of bringing people of different religions together around the same dish. The establishment is also frequented by monks. The clientele is composed of Vietnamese and expatriates. The menu is varied, the atmosphere very kitschy, and the prices will seduce the tightest budgets.

One of the most renowned establishments in the village. This restaurant welcomes many foreign tourists who come here to participate in the exotic and unforgettable ritual of tasting a poisonous snake. The dishes can be tasted, regularly sprinkled with a swig of "snake wine" (ruou ran). Very educational explanations in English. The boss, very friendly, knows his business and puts on a show. A memorable evening...

Uu Dam(Udumbura) is a term derived from Sanskrit and refers to a celestial and sacred flower that descended to earth, whose blooming, which would take place only once every 3,000 years, would mark an appearance of Buddha. The address is discreet, but central, a few hundred meters from Hoen Kiem Lake. The setting offers superb spaces, zen and dressed with raw materials - wood, metal, brick and waxed concrete - on which plant life stands out. The cuisine is excellent, never boring, always beautifully presented. Recommended address.

Pleasant and green setting for this restaurant located in the center of the village of Lê Mat and used to receive foreign visitors regularly. You can taste snake, including the famous cobra (ran hô mang) following an always spectacular ceremony. The establishment also allows you to discover a whole universe related to snakes: medicinal preparations, treatment against bites, burns, reproduction techniques and breeding methods ...

Located in a small street near Thien Quang Lake, this restaurant offers, as its name suggests, chà ca lang, a Hanoi specialty: fish marinated in turmeric and cooked in a pan on the table, accompanied by dill and spring onion, served with rice vermicelli, peanuts, mint leaves and other condiments. It's very tasty, and you can add fish nems (nem ca) to your meal. This establishment is frequented by locals, which is always a good sign. Smiling, pleasant service.