Madam Thu Restaurant - Taste of Hue

Madam Thu was recommended by one of our guides, and with two locations in Hue—one geared a bit more toward groups and cooking classes—I initially expected a very tourist-oriented trap as opposed to a true local experience. And yes, at first glance it looks exactly like that but in reality, it was far from it. So much so that we dine here twice! The food is excellent, thoughtful, and a fantastic introduction to Hue’s rich culinary landscape. The menu is designed so you can explore the city’s most iconic dishes without hopping around to multiple stalls. You can order individually, or go straight for the Hue Sample Platter, which brings together all the greatest hits: Banh Khoai, Banh Uot, Nem Lui, Banh Nam, Banh Beo, Banh Loc, Banh It, Nem Ran, and Cuon Tom Thit. It’s essentially a guided tour of Hue’s street food classics, all in one place. We also added one of Hue’s most famous dishes, Bun Bo Hue, and it was spot on—aromatic broth, bold flavors, and plenty of depth. Service ties everything together. The staff is warm, friendly, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing Hue cuisine. You can feel their pride as they introduce each dish and explain its origins. That aligns with the fact that they offer Vietnamese cooking classes at both locations as well. Whether its hands-on instruction or just stopping in for a meal, Madam Thu delivers an outstanding meal and an excellent snapshot of Hue’s culinary identity. It’s absolutely worth a visit.

We went to have lunch at this restaurant after having it recommended by some friends and I must say it did not disappoint! Service was extremely quick and the quality of the food was unmatched. The lovely waitress explained how the food was meant to be enjoyed as we ordered the crispy pancake rolls and it was superb! Their homemade peanut sauce was the best I have ever tried and went perfectly with the food. At the end they even gave us two complementary passion fruits, what more can we ask

A really decent Vietnamese restaurant that provides a variety of local options - and a good choice of you don't want to or can't hunt the truly local places of you're in Hue. Staff is friendly and is happy to explain the menu and demo the proper way to eat certain dishes, like how to wrap the meat with veg and rice paper. It's very clear this is aimed at tourists but it's not a tourist trap at all. Food was great, and really representative of the specialities in town. Would recommend to anyone who feels timid about ordering the local dishes and would like to experience local food Inn a non threatening and friendly environment.

AMAZING, EQUISITE, DELIGHTFUL, SCRUMPTIOUS!! There are not enough words to describe how fantastic this restaurant is. We arrived at our homestay around lunchtime, asked for a food recommendation and this was the first place she suggested and it did not disappoint. We ordered 4 dishes and each one was remarkable. My mouth is watering as I write this review. Such friendly staff, speak very good English with impeccable service. We are now considering prolonging our stay just to make sure we have tried every single dish on the menu. This food is healthy, tasty and makes us happy 😊 The best passion fruit I have ever had was given to us as a complimentary dessert.

This restaurant is conveniently located right on the walking street, so it’s best to visit in the evening when the area really comes alive. The atmosphere around is lively and fun, making it a great spot to stop by for dinner while exploring the night scene. The staff were very nice and welcoming from the moment we arrived, which made us feel comfortable right away. Our food was served quickly, and everything we ordered was tasty and well-prepared — simple, fresh, and satisfying. The overall vibe of the place is really pleasant, with a mix of good food, friendly service, and a great location. Perfect for a casual night out in the walking street area. Would definitely recommend!

We were only in Hue for 2 nights and I was anxious to find really good places to eat - Madam Thursday Restaurant did not disappoint. We went to eat around 8:45pm and was offered a table quickly. The food was amazing; sharing salad rolls to start, followed by a beef stew and stir fried shrimp. Ended with some watermelon brought out as a complimentary dessert. We each had a hot tea too which was surprisingly refreshing. Only downside was we chose to sit outside and then the restaurant opposite blasted loud music across the street, added a dance vibe to the meal though 😂 wish we were staying in Hue longer so we could come back!

I ate here every day during my stay in Hue. I had the set platter every time and it was SO GOOD. The staff is very smiley and remembered me when I returned each time. The fruit they offered was a delicious way to end the meal. The only thing I could gripe about would be if you want to enjoy eating outside, you’ll be pestered by street sellers while you’re trying to enjoy your meal. But honestly not that big of a deal for me and part of the experience lol.

We had a great dining experience at Madam Thu. The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. Everything we tried tasted fresh and authentic. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Overall, excellent food, outstanding service, and a very pleasant setting. We would definitely recommend eating here.