Backstage

Great service and gorgeous ambiance. While the decoration isn't my style, it was very pleasant and tasteful, it felt like a Prada store. The staff was very attentive and friendly, even though their English wasn't that good. I ordered a la carte. The food was good, with good presentation and flavors. However, I was surprised that the quality was only slightly higher than in the many sidewalk eateries in Hanoi. Especially the beef and pork meats were mediocre; chewy meats are the norm in Vietnam, but I was hoping this restaurant to do better. The bread was great, and the dessert was completely disappointing; despite claiming that they use Marou chocolate, a local brand that serves great desserts, it had barely any chocolate flavor. At the end of the day, it's an inexpensive fancy restaurant, and if you don't have high expectations about the food, it's totally worth it for the rest of the experience.

Wonderful experience - from the food to the ambience and service. Love that we get to pick our pickles! Food was delicious. Although expensive by local standards, the portions were very large e.g. each noodle dish could feed two persons. What to order: - Halong Stone Crab noodles (must try!) - Bun Cha Had a great time here!

Our first night landing in Hanoi and we stumble upon Backstage hungry and tire. Despite not looking well dressed to dine at such a beautiful restaurant, we were greeted by friendly staff. Our waiter Frank was super helpful with the menu and later tips about getting around The French Quarter. Our son order he tenderloin, what a treat he devour the whole dish. Overall a great dining spot for family and we would likely return again. I hope Frank gets a promotion soon! Oh, the wine was super yummy too 😋

Expensive restaurant in an expensive hotel. The space looks and feels decadent like a French restaurant of the 70’s. The food is correctly made and presented but lacks flavor fantasy and probably no passion in the kitchen . This was a lost opportunity looking for a high level expression of Vietnamese cooking . There are definitely better places. Service was good and “ correct”. Time for Michelin to update its review?

An unforgettable dining experience that starts with something as simple as bread—but what a highlight it was! Freshly baked with local ingredients like onions, carrots, and Vietnamese herbs, it set the tone for what turned out to be a truly special meal. The moment I sat down and tasted it, I knew I was in the right place. I went for the tasting menu, which was surprisingly affordable for a fine dining restaurant. The service exceeded all expectations, with the manager bringing so much enthusiasm and joy to every interaction—it felt like more than just a meal; it was an experience. The pairing set was bold and creative: high-acid drinks with appetizers, IPA with salad, and even a Vietnamese sweet rice wine paired with duck. I appreciated the innovation, though some pairings—like creamy drinks with creamy dishes—felt overwhelming after a few courses. Still, major points for creativity and daring combinations. The food itself was flawless; every dish was thoughtfully prepared, and even small touches like the pickle cart were memorable. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a fresh and joyful take on Vietnamese cuisine.

We stopped in for lunch at the bar (next to the lobby of the hotel, outside of the restaurant itself) and it was one of our favorite stops in Hanoi - Service was excellent - Beautiful atmosphere - One of the top 3 bahn mi I’ve ever had - Very reasonably priced too - If we were staying in Hanoi longer, we would’ve gone again

Tried the Riesling & Gastronomy Set Menu in Backstage. The dishes inside are very much to my appetite, light and fresh. The staff are attentive and also the restaurant is beautifully decorated. Highly recommended!

An unbelievable experience! Food explodea with flavour! Fabulous service; our waiter lue knew all the details of every dish and the way he told the story of the dish and where it originated from is like fairytale. Thank you and keep the good work up🙏🏼