Chả Cá Thăng Long

This restaurant is dedicated to one of Hanoi’s most famous specialty dishes: Cha Ca, or turmeric-marinated fish. Located in the heart of the Old Quarter, the restaurant offers a vibrant and interactive dining experience. Sizzling pans of fish are brought to your table and cooked with fresh dill and spring onions right in front of you. You then assemble your own bowl with rice vermicelli, peanuts, coriander, and a splash of shrimp paste or fish sauce. The restaurant is constantly busy, reflecting its popularity among both residents and tourists. It provides a specialized culinary experience that focuses on perfecting a single iconic dish. The service is fast, and the atmosphere is lively and fragrant.