Hanoi Gluten-Free Street Food Tour

Hanoi’s best food experiences often happen in small neighborhood eateries, where recipes are shaped by generations of local cooking. For visitors with celiac disease, finding and navigating those places can take extra care. This private Hanoi gluten-free street food tour is designed to make that experience more comfortable.

This 3-hour walking tour takes you to six carefully curated* spots, offering authentic Vietnamese dishes tailored for gluten-free diets. Immerse yourself in local flavors, hear stories behind the dishes, and savor the unique culinary heritage of Vietnam, worry-free.

A gluten-free food tour designed with celiac travelers in mind

Hanoi, usually cited as one of the world’s food capitals, is well-known for its fresh and tempting cuisine. More often than not, the street pavements and hole-in-the-wall stalls are heaven on earth for food lovers. It would be a great miss if anyone, when visiting this charming city, only sticks to the touristy places.

We carefully select the eateries on the route for their ability to prepare gluten-free dishes. Your guide helps communicate your dietary requirements and checks the ingredients and preparation of each planned dish with the venue. The result is a chance to taste Hanoi’s food culture with knowledgeable local support, including popular Vietnamese dishes that many visitors with coeliac disease would otherwise be unsure about trying.

Morning session: 10:30 – 13:30

Afternoon session: 17:00 – 20:00

The starting time of the private tour can be flexible to suit your travel plan.

A meeting point will be shared for the small group tour.

Sample route and stops

(Please note this is only for illustration purposes; we have lots of awesome food places up our sleeves, and the tour can be easily customized to suit your preferences and venue availability.)

Stop #1: Xoi (sticky rice)

Dish to Try: Xôi Xéo (Sticky Rice with Mung Bean and Fried Shallots)

Start your tour with one of Hanoi’s most beloved breakfast dishes. Xôi Xéo is made from glutinous rice topped with smashed mung beans, crispy fried shallots, and a drizzle of chicken fat. Served with optional sides like boiled chicken or pork.

Stop #2: Bún Chả 

Dish to Try: Bún Chả (Grilled Pork with Rice Noodles)

Bún Chả features perfectly grilled pork patties and slices served in a sweet-savory dipping sauce with rice vermicelli noodles and fresh herbs.

Stop #3: Phở Gia Truyền 

Dish to Try: Phở Bò (Beef Noodle Soup)

No food tour is complete without Phở! This steaming bowl of aromatic broth is infused with spices like star anise and cinnamon, served with silky rice noodles and tender beef slices. Naturally gluten-free, this iconic dish captures the essence of Hanoi’s culinary culture.

Stop #4: Nộm 

Dish to Try: Gỏi Đu Đủ (Green Papaya Salad)

Refresh your palate with a vibrant green papaya salad bursting with flavors. Made with shredded green papaya, fresh herbs, roasted peanuts, and a tangy fish sauce dressing, this dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes.

Stop #5: Chè 4 Mùa

Dish to Try: Chè Thập Cẩm (Vietnamese Sweet Soup)

Cool down with a bowl of Chè Thập Cẩm, a refreshing dessert made with tropical fruits, coconut milk, and jelly. This treat is a favorite among locals.

Stop #6: Café Giảng

Dish to Try: Egg Coffee

Conclude your tour with Hanoi’s iconic egg coffee at the legendary Café Giảng. This unique drink blends robust Vietnamese coffee with whipped egg yolk and sugar, creating a creamy, velvety treat. Gluten-free and utterly delicious, it’s a sweet ending to your gastronomic journey.

*Dietary disclaimer
We contact the selected restaurants in advance and make every effort to confirm the ingredients and preparation methods of the dishes planned for the tour. However, cross-contact with gluten may still occur during food preparation or handling, and recipes or procedures may change without our knowledge. While we take care to communicate your dietary requirements, we cannot guarantee that every dish will be completely free from gluten. Vietnam Premium Voyages cannot be responsible for changes or food-handling practices outside our knowledge or control.