We found this by accident last night and one of the best meals of our trip so far. We had the rice noodle rolls with pork and shrimp which were not what we expected but delicious none the less.we followed with green mango salad with seafood and the Hanoi style fish and made our own rice rolls etc. All was... More

the food is excellent, nice and quiet atmosphere in the upper floors and very good service! You might pay a little more than in some other restaurant but the better food and the better atmosphere are totally worth it!

Like some other reviewers, we did a food tour and Orchid was on the itinerary. We had the Hanoi style fish, which you assemble at the table. This dish alone is enough for 3 people. My kids found making their own rolls great fun and the staff bring you extras if you run out of anything. This meal is about... More

We did a food on foot tour with Lilly, she was fantastic, very knowledgeable and with great English. We started with street food and then worked up to this little gem. The "shark fish" was amazing, it's not actually shark but it was beautiful. We went back the following evening on our own. The decor and ambience was lovely too,... More

We stumbled on this little spot by accident. Its upstairs above a bookstore and being a bookie person this really appealed to me. What better combination,books and food?There are several tables overlooking the street in the old quarter. The staff were lovely and the food delicious. It became our favourite restaurant in Hanoi and this city has lots of good... More

We had organised this cooking class from Australia. The Orchid Restaurant is in the old quarter amongst the backpackers & markets. A great location. My wife & I were picked up from our hotel and travelled by Cyclo to the markets to pick up a fresh fish and some other ingredients. The Chief bought some worm fritters for us to... More

Today we did a cooking class at Orchid. It was simply great! While there are quite some cooking classes to choose from in Hanoi, I don't think we could have made a better choice. First we went to the market to source some fresh local produce. They took us there by cyclo, which was a nice touch. Then the very... More

Stumbled across this cute little restaurant above a bookshop. Everything on the menu looks good - and my tamarind duck dish didnt disappoint. Seems very popular so you might want to book ahead... but worth the effort for a satisfying meal.

We've been ther with 2 thai woman met on a train trip. It was so nice, foods were very very tasty and very good. Staff is as nice as location. Right in the center zone of the old quarter. I suggest to try springrolls.....very very good