
Pho Bo Lam
Pho Lam on Hang Vai Street is one of the traditional pho restaurants in the Old Quarter and has made it to the Bib Gourmand list. Opening from 5:30 am until sold out, it is a beloved spot for Hanoi foodies. They are famous for their traditional pho bo (beef noodle soup) with a rich broth, clear and sweet, simmered for hours from bone marrow. Fresh ingredients include tender beef brisket and chewy beef tendon. The perfect combo is often pho with a side of boiled egg and crispy fried dough sticks.
Mau Dich So 37
Located at 37 Tran Vu Street, this unique Hanoi restaurant takes you back in time to the subsidy period. Mau Dich So 37 authentically recreates the memories of the past with its retro decor, from simple wooden tables and old cabinets to nostalgic items like the Rang Dong thermos and chipped plates.
Their menu also reflects traditional flavors with simple dishes like spring rolls, fried fish, burnt rice, steamed water spinach with sour soup, green tomatoes, tofu in tomato sauce, and old-fashioned candies. Here, you not only enjoy delicious food but also relive the nostalgic atmosphere of old Hanoi.
Uu Dam
Uu Dam, a vegan restaurant on Nguyen Du Street, offers a serene and refined dining experience. Their diverse menu blends traditional Vietnamese vegan cuisine with modern creativity, carefully crafted from fresh ingredients to ensure delicious flavors and nutritional value. The elegant and cozy ambiance evokes a sense of peace and tranquility.
According to Michelin, their stir-fried mushrooms and tofu with crispy rice paper, subtly spiced with a multilayered flavor profile, are a must-try. The menu also features nutritious fruit-based cocktails.
Mien Luon Chan Cam
Mien Luon Chan Cam, with almost 40 years of history, is the second snake restaurant in Hanoi to be included in the Bib Gourmand list, after Mien Luon Dong Thinh. They serve crispy fried snakehead fish with fresh herbs like banana flowers and bean sprouts. Other options include snakehead fish soup and snakehead hot pot for winter, as well as a refreshing snakehead salad for summer.
On the evening of June 5 in Da Nang, the Michelin Guide Vietnam announced the Michelin Star, Michelin Selected, and Bib Gourmand lists. This year, Vietnam has nine one-star Michelin restaurants, an increase of two from last year; 109 Michelin Selected restaurants, an increase of 14; and 63 Bib Gourmand restaurants, an increase of nine.
The Michelin Guide is a renowned restaurant rating system present in over 40 countries and territories. Initially launched by the Michelin Tire Company (France) in 1900 as a driver’s companion, it has since become one of the most prestigious accolades in the culinary world.
“Easy Home Entertaining” for Vietnamese Family Day: Simple Recipes, Deep Discounts on Ingredients
If you often find yourself getting bored with the same old meals, it’s time to spice things up! Get inspired by these delicious suggestions and treat your family to something special for Vietnamese Family Day on June 28th or any upcoming weekend. It’s time to embrace your inner chef and explore new flavors!
Is Vegetable-Based Broth Really Different from Meat-Based Broth?
Is there a significant difference between vegetable-based and meat-based seasoning? The key distinction lies in their ingredients; vegetable-based seasoning omits meat extracts, setting it apart from its meaty counterpart. But are there any other differences? Uncover the answers and explore a wealth of insights in the captivating article that awaits below.