Hanoi
The Capital and cultural centre of Vietnam, Hanoi, is located on the right bank of the Red River. Strolling in and out of centuries Hanoi has over 600 pagodas and temples. Among them the Temple of Literature and the One Pillar Pagoda. Experience Vietnam's French influence by making a culinary journey to Didier Corlou's restaurant La Verticale.
Cool Restaurants
Need a great restaurant for a business lunch, a romantic dinner or a down to earth eatery?
With WORLD TOP 7 you can now eat like a local.
Here the coolest and best restaurants:
AU LAC HOUSE
Old colonial house with high ceilings and balcony; great Vietnamese fare; for lunch try "Au lac café" (snacks, sandwiches and pastries)
BA MIEN
Situated in the heart of Hanoi and within walking distance from the business district; located in the "Hilton Hanoi Opera Hotel"; authentic Vietnamese cuisine; great view; enjoy the open-air bar later
LA TERRASSE DU METROPOLE
Located in the classical white colonial-style "Sofitel Metropole Hotel"; it is a landmark of Hanoi since 1911; "La terrasse du Metropole" is a typical Parisian sidewalk cafe serving French dishes and snacks
LA VERTICALE
Hanoi-famous chef Corlou (formerly at Sofitel Metropole Hotel) opened this eatery in 2007; delicious French-Vietnamese fare; located in a four-story mansion; open kitchen, spice shop and the restaurant one flight up; many framed black-and-white pictures of Corlou's life in Asia; modern dining room with stone columns, dark red wood and black leather seats; open air terrace on the top floor with nice view over Hanoi; the restaurant also hosts a "spice school"
LAC VIET
Located in a French-built villa; five little, intimate and personalized dining rooms designed in classic Indochine style; authentic Vietnamese fare
LE CAFE DES ARTS
High ceilings; indoor or outdoor terrace; arts, pots, ceramics and photographs define the interior; Vietnamese and French bistro food
PANE E VINO
Italian restaurant and wine shop; three-storey corner building features a glass veranda on the first floor; home made pasta and delicious pizza; good wine selection; express delivery and take-out
* This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm opening hours, dress code and pets policy directly with the restaurant before planning your trip.