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What to Have for Breakfast in Hanoi
Hanoi is a dynamic travel destination, with various exciting things to do and see. That is why it's never a bad idea to fully charge your battery with a tasty yet filling breakfast. Speaking of breakfast, here are our picks for top things to have for breakfast in Hanoi!
Pho
A bowl of authentic Hanoi Pho
Your Hanoi experience won’t be completed without a bowl of authentic pho. It is a staple food that can be found just about anywhere in the city. Pho is a Vietnamese noodles soup, normally made with rice noodles, a bone-beef broth, and thinly sliced beef, and topped with fresh herbs. If you are not a fan of beef, there are multiple variations of pho to choose from. The most common ones are pho ga (chicken pho) and pho chay (vegetarian pho).
Pho Thin has been dishing out incredible Pho for decades
Recommended locations
Pho Thin
Address: 13 Lo Duc, Hanoi
Opening hours: 5:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Price: VND 40,000
Pho 10 Ly Quoc Su
Address: 10 Ly Quoc Su, Hanoi
Opening hours: 6 AM - 10 PM
Price: VND 50,000 - VND 70,000
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Pork Rib Rice Porridge
A bowl of Chao Suon will warm you right up in a cold day
Pork rib porridge is made by combining two main ingredients – stewed deboned pork ribs and slow-cooked white rice. When trying the porridge, add seasonings such as sliced ginger and white pepper to enhance the porky flavor. Also, getting a side of crispy fried dough will create another texture for the dish.
Recommended locations
Chao Suon Hang Bo
Address: 32 Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem
Opening hours: 6 AM - 10 PM
Price: VND 10,000 - VND 20,000
Chao Suon Doi Can
Address: 101 Doi Can, Ba Dinh
Opening hours: 10 AM - 10 PM
Price: VND 25,000 - VND 30,000
Banh Mi
Despite its seeming simplicity, Hanoi banh mi is nowhere near being boring
Banh mi's the best option for those seeking a tasty breakfast on the go. It combines a variety of ingredients, from traditional egg and pâté to modern sausage and skewered pork to create an international sensation. Grab a banh mi and a bottle of soy milk, and you're set for the morning.
Grilled Pork Banh Mi is very popular in Hanoi
Recommended locations
Banh Mi Minh Nhat
Address: 40 Ngoc Khanh, Ba Dinh
Opening hours: 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Price: VND 15,000 - VND 40,000
Banh Mi Pho Hue
Address: 118 Hue, Hai Ba Trung
Opening hours: 6:30 AM - 7 PM
Price: VND 20,000 - VND 55,000
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Banh Cuon
Start your day with a steaming hot serving of Banh Cuon
Banh Cuon is another Hanoi's staple breakfast item. It's a commoners' dish made from steamed rice batter and a porky filling. Banh Cuon is served with Vietnamese roasted cinnamon sausage (Cha Que) and dipped in mixed fish sauce.
Recommended locations
Banh Cuon Thanh Van
Address: 12-14 Hang Ga, Hoan Kiem
Opening hours: 6 AM - 2 PM and 5 PM - 10 PM
Price: VND 15,000 - VND 28,000
Banh Cuon Ba Nam
Address: 113 D1 Thanh Xuan Bac, Thanh Xuan
Opening hours: 7 AM - 9 PM
Price: VND 20,000 - VND 40,000
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Banh Gio
The smell of Banh Gio is captivating
When it comes to Hanoi breakfast, these pyramid rice dumplings are simply not to be missed out on. It's made by steaming stuffed rice cakes, wrapped in banana leaves, which gives the dumpling a greenish color. Banh Gio is often served with pickled cucumber, chili sauce, and soy sauce.
Recommended Locations
Banh Gio Miss Beo
Address: 3 Thuy Khue, Tay Ho
Opening hours: 6 AM – 9 PM
Price: VND 25,000
Banh Gio Dao Duy Tu
Address: 16 Dao Duy Tu, Hoan Kiem
Opening hours: 6:30 AM – 5 PM
Price: VN 12,000 – VND 30,000
Bun Rieu
Very complex dish loved by Vietnamese and foreigners
Bun Rieu is a crab-based Vietnamese noodle soup, often cooked with tomatoes. The soup is prepared with various broths, together with crab paste and served with vermicelli noodles, then topped with crab meat, pork slices, tofu, blood jelly, and a selection of fresh greens.
Recommended Locations
Bun Rieu Hong Phuc
Address: 22 Hong Phuc, Hoan Kiem
Opening hours: 8 AM – 10 PM
Price: VND 35,000
Bun Rieu Trieu Viet Vuong
Address: 159 Trieu Viet Vuong, Hai Ba Trung
Opening hours: 9 AM – 6 PM
Price: VND 35,000
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Xoi Xeo
Kick off a day in Hanoi with the hearty Xoi Xeo
When it comes to an affordable yet filling breakfast in Hanoi, nothing a serving of Xoi Xeo, with mong beans, pork floss, pork sausages and a dash of chicken fat. You can easily find this lovely morning treats in front of schools or universities since it's loved by the local students.
Treat yourself this local favorite
Recommended Locations
Xoi Xeo May
Address: 37 Hang Bai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Opening hours: 6 AM - 12 PM
Price: VND 15,000 - 40,000
Xoi Tam
Address: 352 Bach Mai, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
Opening hours: 6 AM - 10 PM
Price: VND 10,000 - 40,000
Start Your Journey Strong with the Best Breakfasts In Hanoi
Hanoi is honored to present to international friends its vibrant culinary scene. Whether it's lunch, dinner, or breakfast, there are always so many dishes to choose from. Please comment down below your thought, and stay tuned for more of our local guides into Vietnam travel.
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