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Top 5 Summer Flavors in Hanoi

Hanoi summers are hot – really hot – but that’s what makes street food so special. If you like sitting by the road, eating simple dishes, and watching life go by, these five Hanoi classics are for you. They’re down-to-earth, tasty, and full of the city’s charm. Let’s check them out!

1. Draught Beer with Fried Tofu – Ta Hien Beer Stall (19 Ta Hien)

Nothing beats a cold draught beer on a summer day – poured fresh into a glass, bubbly and refreshing. Pair it with crispy fried tofu, golden and hot, dipped in a tangy garlic-chili sauce. The stall on Ta Hien street has just a few plastic tables along the pavement, but it’s always lively. Sip your beer, grab a piece of tofu, and listen to the chatter around you – it’s summer in Hanoi at its best.

2. Sticky Rice – Mrs. Nga’s Sticky Rice (135 Phuong Mai Alley)

A warm packet of sticky rice, fresh and fragrant with that sweet rice smell, is a perfect start to the day. Mrs. Nga’s spot in Phuong Mai alley is tiny, with a couple of low stools, but her rice is soft and topped with crunchy fried shallots. Add some shredded chicken if you like, or keep it plain – it’s filling and cozy either way. Sitting there, watching the steam rise, feels simple and good.

3. Mixed Sweet Soup – Ba Thin’s Sweet Soup (1 Bat Dan)

Mixed sweet soup is cool, sweet, and just what you need when it’s boiling outside. A glass comes packed with green beans, red beans, chewy jelly, pearls, a splash of creamy coconut milk, and lots of crushed ice – so refreshing you’ll sigh with every bite. Ba Thin’s place on Bat Dan street is basic, just tables under an awning, but always busy. Spooning it up, you’ll forget the heat in no time.

4. Tofu Pudding – Street Tofu on Hang Bac (Near 34 Hang Bac)

Tofu pudding is smooth, silky, and served with sweet ginger syrup – a light treat that’s hard to resist. The roaming vendor on Hang Bac street sets up a small spot with a few bowls and stools. The cool tofu mixed with warm, spicy ginger is a taste you won’t forget. Sit under a tree, scoop it up, and feel the breeze – it’s pure relaxation.

5. Mixed Chicken Pho – Ta Quang Buu Pho Stall (165 Ta Quang Buu Alley)

Not the usual hot pho, this mixed chicken pho is a fresh twist. Soft noodles tossed with shredded chicken, fresh herbs, peanuts, and a sweet-sour fish sauce – it’s light and perfect for summer. The stall in Ta Quang Buu alley is just a roadside setup with simple chairs, but the flavor is big. Eating it while the leaves rustle overhead makes you feel right at home in Hanoi.

These dishes aren’t fancy, but they’re full of Hanoi’s spirit – honest and warm. The summer heat won’t stop you from enjoying a street-side meal and soaking up the city’s vibe. Bring a bottle of cold water and a bit of patience if it’s crowded – it’s worth every minute!

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