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15 Hidden Gem Food Tours in Vietnam to Eat Your Way Through

24 tours  ·  from $2 a head

The good hidden gem food tours in Vietnam keep small groups and fill up early. Below: the 15 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.

Hanoi: Street Food Tour with Train Street & Hidden Alleyways - Seeing Hanoi through narrow lanes and ordinary streets
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Hanoi: Street Food Tour with Train Street & Hidden Alleyways

1.Hanoi: Street Food Tour with Train Street & Hidden Alleyways

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,831 reviews · 150 minutes - 4 hours · from $20Our pick

Walk Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking guide such as Tony, Viet, Sunny, or Hoang, tasting five or six local dishes before ending at Train Street with one drink. Expect about 2.5 km on foot, small local eateries, hidden lanes, and a flexible route based on train timing.

“Hoang was the most amazing tour guide, he told us so many interesting facts and stories of Hanoi, he took us through the streets we Would never have found , and the food he introduced us to was top quality and very enjoyable. Also answering so many questions with excellent knowledge and great patience. I would highly recommend Hoang as he has excellent manners and is very kind, pleasant and happy. 😁”

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Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Walking Tour - Starting near Bat Su Street in the Old Quarter
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Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Walking Tour

2.Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 961 reviews · 150 - 210 minutes · from $19

Join an English-speaking guide such as Khan, Chris, Olaf, or Penelope for three Michelin-mentioned Hanoi food stops, egg coffee in a tucked-away café, and optional train street or water puppet add-ons. Expect filling noodle dishes, local stories, street crossings, and a 150 to 210-minute walk through the Old Quarter.

“This a fantastic tour., our guide Penelope was the best! The food was great but the personality of the guide and her willingness to inform and share was fantastic. After an amazing set of Michelin meals, we ended with a drink at a beautiful cafe.. I don’t usually write reviews but this was an amazing trip.”

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Saigon's Hidden Flavors - Private Street Food Walk with Local Students - Grilled pork with rice noodles after a short walk
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Saigon’s Hidden Flavors – Private Street Food Walk with Local Students

3.Saigon’s Hidden Flavors – Private Street Food Walk with Local Students

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 301 reviews · from $0

Spend about four hours eating through Ho Chi Minh City with a local student guide. You’ll visit six neighborhood food stops, taste dishes such as beef noodle soup, banh xeo, grilled pork noodles, mixed rice paper, sugar cane drink, and flan, with pickup included in Districts 1 and 3.

“Had a fantastic tour with Minh! He was really knowledgeable and showed us a great time taking care of all our dietary requirements. We left very full and very happy!”

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Saigon Street Food & Hidden Alleys by Scooter – 7/9/12 Tastings - Starting near the Opera House with a safety briefing
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Saigon Street Food & Hidden Alleys by Scooter – 7/9/12 Tastings

4.Saigon Street Food & Hidden Alleys by Scooter – 7/9/12 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · from $25

Ride as a passenger with an English-speaking local guide through Saigon, Chinatown, District 10, and District 3. You’ll visit a 1960s apartment block, Ho Thi Ky Flower Market, and local food stalls, with 7, 9, or 12 tastings depending on your tour option. Guides include Corn, Vy, Levi, and Jason.

“My guide Vy was great, very friendly and confidently knew her way around the city. Vy gave comments on the local sights and areas we visted and was able to explain each food dish I tried.”

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Hidden Gems Private Street Food by scooters with girl drivers. - Riding through Bùi Viện Street and the Saigon River
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Hidden Gems Private Street Food by scooters with girl drivers.

5.Hidden Gems Private Street Food by scooters with girl drivers.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · from $54

Start at 6 pm for a private scooter tour through Ho Chi Minh City. Female local drivers take you to neighborhood food stops for bánh xèo, bò lá lốt, bánh mì, coconut ice cream, and more, with views of Bùi Viện Street, the Saigon River, and District 4.

“Our guide took us to several of his favorite spots. His English was perfect and easy to understand. He explained what we were eating and had good conversation during the walk in between.”

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Hanoi Michelin Star Walking Food Tour & Train Street - Starting at Hidden Gem Cafe on Hàng Mắm Street
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Hanoi Michelin Star Walking Food Tour & Train Street

6.Hanoi Michelin Star Walking Food Tour & Train Street

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · from $39

Spend about 3.5 hours with a local English-speaking guide, tasting 10 Hanoi foods, making spring rolls, visiting Bach Ma Temple and ending at Train Street. Guides such as John, Tuna and Jelly Hai have led engaging outings, with vegetarian arrangements listed as an option.

“Food is my favorite hobby and this tour did not disappoint in either amount or quality. I've samples some classics before bac in the US, but they all obviously parked in comparison to what I had here. The Michelin star Bún chả was maybe one Read more”

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Hanoi Famous Michelin Guided Street Food Tour - Stop two: crispy eel and glass noodles
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Hanoi Famous Michelin Guided Street Food Tour

7.Hanoi Famous Michelin Guided Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · from $23

Join an English-speaking guide such as Daniel, Celine, or Olaf for a 2.5-hour walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter. You’ll try chicken phở, crispy eel glass noodles, Michelin-mentioned bún chả, and egg coffee. Optional water puppet or Train Street add-ons may be available.

“We really enjoyed this tour — the food was amazing, and it was lovely to end the evening with coffee and a view. Celine, our tour guide, was easy to understand and very accommodating, as well as a lot of fun. The only downside was the schRead more”

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Walking Street Food Tour and Hidden Music - Ta Hien Street: beer, noise, and a quick orientation
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Walking Street Food Tour and Hidden Music

8.Walking Street Food Tour and Hidden Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $54

Meet Duc Nguyen at St. Joseph Cathedral at 6:30 pm for a private evening through Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Expect street food stops, craft beer, banh mi, mixed fruit, and a visit to Binh Minh’s Jazz Club. The route can be adjusted, and pickup is offered.

“Duc was a great tour guide and my wife and I had a great time together learning about the culture and food. Would recommend.”

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Hoi An Hidden Gem- Local Food- Lantern Making- Tailoring - Walking through Hoi An’s old town and Japanese Covered Bridge
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Hoi An Hidden Gem- Local Food- Lantern Making- Tailoring

9.Hoi An Hidden Gem- Local Food- Lantern Making- Tailoring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $50

Spend four hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Hoi An’s Japanese Covered Bridge and old town, tasting local dishes, making a bamboo-frame lantern, and visiting tailor shops. The group is capped at 15, with water, entrance tickets, food, and meeting-point return included.

“I had a great time exploring the rural areas of Hoi An with TC Hoi An Travel. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and the bike was comfortable and easy to ride. We visited some beautiful places, such as a rice paddy, Read more”

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Hanoi Vespa After Dark Street Food Tour -Hidden Gem-Train Street - Starting in the Old Quarter at 6pm
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Hanoi Vespa After Dark Street Food Tour -Hidden Gem-Train Street

Hoi An Food Tour - Street Eats And Hoi An Hidden Gems - Finding Hoi An’s quiet food alley
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Hoi An Food Tour – Street Eats And Hoi An Hidden Gems

11.Hoi An Food Tour – Street Eats And Hoi An Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 1 day · from $1Best value

Use a local guidebook, or join a private or small-group food walk led by guides such as Quin or Andy. Expect Hoi An specialties, a 130-year-old rice-flour cake, an unusual dessert, local alleys, and enough tasting stops for lunch and dinner.

“Had a great guide who educated us a lot, ate lots of interesting food, had a good time!”

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Da Nang: Michelin-Selected Street Food Tour with Local Guide - Banh Xeo and nem lui at Ba Duong
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Da Nang: Michelin-Selected Street Food Tour with Local Guide

12.Da Nang: Michelin-Selected Street Food Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $46

Spend three hours eating Da Nang classics with a local English-speaking guide such as Kong or Chris. Try Mi Quang, banh xeo, nem lui, and che sau Lien at Michelin-selected spots, with full portions, one café drink, and a durian-free dessert option.

“I had such a wonderful evening with Kong! He showed me around Da Nang and introduced me to the most delicious food. Thank you, Kong, for making the tour so much fun. 🙏🏻”

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Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Tour with Spa Experience - Walking the Old Quarter with a local guide
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Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Tour with Spa Experience

13.Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Tour with Spa Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $30

Walk Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking guide such as Liam, Sarah, Kane, Evelyn, or Hai, tasting dry chicken pho, crispy eel noodles, bun cha, and egg coffee. Finish with a 30-minute foot massage or head wash. Some options add Train Street or a water puppet show.

“Genial! Nuestro guía muy agradable y la comida deliciosa. Altamente recomendado.”

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Michelin Street Food Tour - Several stops, one practical way to order
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Michelin Street Food Tour

14.Michelin Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · from $35

Walk 3 to 4 km through Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking guide, stopping at local food stalls and small eateries recommended by locals and Michelin. Choose lunch or dinner, enjoy several dishes plus a drink, and look for a possible Train Street visit with guides such as Tom.

“This tour was not for us. We visited 3 Michelin star restaurants. The cleanliness of the toilets let the restaurants. The first restaurant we sat across the road there was a cue and food was brought to us which ok. I’ve have copious amounts of PRead more”

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Hanoi Michelin Star Street Food Walking Tour & Train-Street - Starting at Hidden Gem Cafe on Hang Mam Street
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Hanoi Michelin Star Street Food Walking Tour & Train-Street

15.Hanoi Michelin Star Street Food Walking Tour & Train-Street

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $39

Spend 3.5 hours tasting 8 to 10 Hanoi dishes with an English-speaking guide, including Bún Chả, bánh xèo, eel noodles, egg coffee, bia hơi, and chè. Guides such as Kylie, Jenna, and Baki have led recent tours, which finish at Hanoi Train Street.

“The guide is nice, food delicious. In general the tour is good. We experienced a bit of everything. But by comments should be more than 100 words???”

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