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Sticky Rice with Bird's Nest
Addresses: 35B Nguyen Huu Huan (Hoan Kiem District) and 29A Tran Hung Dao (Hoan Kiem District)
On the bustling Nguyen Huu Huan street, Xoi Yen stands out as a familiar destination for Hanoi residents and tourists alike. It is considered the first brand in Hanoi specializing in mixed sticky rice, offering a wide variety of toppings and a delicious, unique flavor.
Opened in 1997, Xôi Yến has made a mark on diners with its creative combination of sticky rice with various toppings such as chicken, eggs, sausage, ham, pate, etc. At that time, when mixed sticky rice was not as popular as it is today, Xôi Yến quickly attracted and won the hearts of Hanoi residents.
In 1997, when mixed sticky rice wasn't as popular as it is today, Xôi Yến quickly attracted and won the hearts of Hanoi residents.
Xôi Yến's menu is incredibly diverse, featuring various types of sticky rice with corn, sticky rice with shredded chicken, and plain sticky rice, all combined with a wide variety of toppings. The sticky rice is cooked to a soft, fragrant texture, blending perfectly with the rich flavors of the accompanying dishes, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.
Despite a temporary hiatus in 2017, Xôi Yến made a strong comeback in 2018 and has continued to maintain its position to this day. The sight of long queues of people buying sticky rice here has become a familiar one, a testament to the undeniable appeal of this renowned Hanoi-style mixed sticky rice brand.
Mrs. Thu's Sticky Rice
Address: 57 Tho Nhuom Street (Hoan Kiem District)
When mentioning the simple yet delicious treats of Hanoi, one cannot forget Mrs. Thu's sticky rice. Located on the ancient Tho Nhuom street, this small sticky rice shop has become a familiar destination for many tourists and residents of the capital city.
With just a simple sign, Mrs. Thu's sticky rice stall attracts customers with its unpretentious and rustic charm. The stall doesn't have a spacious or luxurious setting; just a few small plastic chairs where customers can enjoy their sticky rice while admiring the ancient streets of Hanoi in the early morning.
With just a simple sign, Mrs. Thu's sticky rice stall has captivated customers with its unpretentious and rustic charm.
The secret to Mrs. Thu's delicious sticky rice lies in the meticulous attention to detail in every step of the preparation. The finest glutinous rice is selected and cooked in a cast-iron pot over a wood fire, resulting in a fragrant, chewy, and flavorful dish. The plain sticky rice is combined with various accompaniments such as eggs, meat, ham, sausage, pate, cured sausage, and pickled vegetables, creating a diverse range of flavors.
The two most popular sticky rice dishes here, and the ones that made Mrs. Thu's sticky rice famous, are egg sticky rice and pate sticky rice. The eggs are dipped in a pot of meat broth for a richer flavor. When the egg is cut in half, the hot, runny yolk inside blends with the richness of the egg and the fragrant stickiness of the sticky rice, creating a flavor that will captivate anyone.
Hiep Hoa Sticky Rice
Address: 415 De La Thanh Street (Dong Da District)
Located on the bustling De La Thanh street, Hiep Hoa sticky rice has been a favorite among diners for over 30 years thanks to its unique flavor and diverse menu.
A hearty bowl of sticky rice harmoniously combines fragrant, chewy rice with a variety of toppings such as shredded pork floss, pate, chicken, char siu pork, dried shredded pork, mushrooms, etc., creating a captivating symphony of flavors. The rich sauce and refreshing pickled vegetables further enhance the culinary experience for diners.
Fried sticky rice is a "specialty" of Hiep Hoa sticky rice, loved by diners for its unique combination of fragrant, chewy sticky rice and a crispy outer layer.
Fried sticky rice is a "specialty" of Hiep Hoa sticky rice, loved by diners for its unique combination of fragrant, chewy sticky rice and a crispy crust. The rich, golden flavor of fried sticky rice captivates anyone who tries it.
Besides fried sticky rice, the restaurant's menu also features countless other tempting sticky rice dishes such as mixed sticky rice, sticky rice with chicken and mushrooms, sticky rice with pate and sausage, sticky rice with spring rolls, sticky rice with braised pork and egg, sticky rice with fried egg... Each sticky rice dish has its own unique flavor, awakening all the senses of diners.
Big Sticky Rice
Addresses: 61 Lo Duc (Hai Ba Trung District), 131 Mai Hac De (Hai Ba Trung District), and 114 A11 Ton That Tung (Dong Da District)
When talking about sticky rice in Hanoi, one cannot fail to mention Xôi Bự, a famous establishment in the Lò Đúc area. It attracts customers with its delicious and diverse flavors and attentive service.
Xôi Bự has a somewhat limited space with a small number of tables and chairs. However, the restaurant is always kept clean and tidy, creating a comfortable feeling for diners.
Xôi Bự always keeps the flame alive by using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
The restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring various types of plain sticky rice combined with different toppings such as braised pork, pigeon, shredded chicken, squid cake, fish cake, crab cake, and especially freshwater perch, a unique and delicious dish. A serving of sticky rice here is generous, the rice is soft and fragrant, and it's served with pickled vegetables to prevent it from being too rich.
Xôi Bự always maintains its appeal by using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The sticky rice is cooked to a soft, fragrant, and piping hot consistency. The toppings are flavorful and perfectly balanced. The freshwater perch is seasoned just right, neither fishy nor too salty, and when eaten with the fragrant sticky rice, creates an incredibly impressive flavor.
Spicy pork rib sticky rice
Address: 628 Truong Chinh Street (Dong Da District)
Spicy pork rib sticky rice is a familiar address for Hanoi food lovers. Although it appeared later than many other sticky rice stalls, it has scored strongly with its diverse menu and irresistible delicious flavor.
The stall consists of just a simple pushcart and a row of plastic chairs, but it's always bustling with customers. Customers order, the staff takes their order, and prepares it right there. After just a 5-minute wait, you'll have a steaming hot, fragrant plate of sticky rice.
Spicy pork rib sticky rice is a familiar address for Hanoi food lovers.
The restaurant's signature dish is sticky rice with spicy pork ribs. The sticky rice is soft and fragrant, not dry at all, combined with flavorful, aromatic roasted pork ribs. The "magical" spicy sauce is the special highlight, creating a unique flavor that cannot be found anywhere else.
Besides spicy pork rib sticky rice, the restaurant also offers many other attractive options such as chicken sticky rice, egg sticky rice, pork sticky rice, pate sticky rice, etc. Each dish is carefully prepared, providing a wonderful culinary experience for diners.
