The East

One of the best meals I had in Hanoi! This small restaurant is an oasis off one of the busy pedestrian streets, and I was immodestly welcomed with a smile and a comfortable booth seat upstairs. I had the fried crab spring rolls (perfectly crispy and packed with crab flavor), the satay prawns (great recommendation by my server) and morning glory sautéed in garlic. Service was warm and efficient, pricing was in the higher end for Hanoi but still very reasonable for the quality of the food!

Found this restaurant through a recommended list of good eats in Hanoi. The food here is full of flavor and beautifully done – every dish felt fresh and well-prepared. My friends and I had the East Fresh Spring Rolls, Pho Cuon, Bun Cha Ha Noi, Grilled Beef in Bamboo and the Vietnamese Mint Stir-Fried Glass Noodles, some of the best choices we ordered. What really stood out though was the service: the staff, especially Abby, are genuinely friendly and attentive, creating such a welcoming atmosphere. You can tell they really care about their guests and it’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back not just for the food, but for the overall experience. 100% would come back again. Highly recommended if you’re in the city!

Found this restaurant on the Michelin guide and decided to give it a try. It’s tucked away in a very cute but busy alley filled with restaurants. The food and drinks were all very fresh and tasty but the roasted aubergine was incredible. I also really loved the crispy duck - it was packed with flavor and went perfectly with a side of steamed rice. Thank you to our server, Billy, for the wonderful recommendations and amazing service.

Pretty good restaurant! The dishes were fresh and tasty. I appreciate the seasoning the most, every dishes got their unique sauces. Our server Billy gave excellent recommendations that really made the meal enjoyable. Great experience overall!

Billy, our server was attentive as soon as we ordered. We asked to be seated in a different table but our request was not accommodated because apparently, there is someone who was supposed to sit there. We were there for for almost 2 hours but no one really sat in the table we requested. Food on the other hand was great! I loved their calamari, seafood rice and my personal favorite was the banana dessert!

We had a memorable dining experience at The East in Hanoi — a refined yet welcoming spot that offers a beautiful showcase of Indochine cuisine. While the restaurant seems to attract mostly travelers and foreigners (as was the case during our visit), it didn’t take away from the authenticity or quality of the experience. In fact, it made the atmosphere feel globally appreciated and relaxed. We had The East Salad, the Fresh Spring Rolls, the crispy duck and the beef in bamboo for something a little more unique. We finished off our meal with the Vietnamese flan. Service was attentive and gracious. It was perfect for a relaxed evening out.

We made our way to this restaurant for lunch after our morning coffee class, and again used the michelin guide for recommendations. The place is a little hidden and requires some walking from the main road. It was not packed at lunch at all, so we could easily get a table. The East serves northern vietnamese cuisine, and we were curious to try. We ordered stir fried morning glory leaves, fried crab spring rolls, and grilled beef in bamboo tubes. We also ordered jasmine rice to go with the dishes and hanoi lotus tea which was for detox. It was our first time eating northern vietnamese food, and it really is delicious! There are different styles of stir fried morning glory leaves, and we are familiar with chinese style but the northern vietnamese one managed to surprise us with its flavour. The grilled beef was soft with refreshing taste of ginger flower, and the fried crab spring rolls were really delicious. For dessert we ordered the mango flan. Overall, the flavours of the food here is different and good. Worth the time and money to try.

On the recommendation of a friend, we decided to try The East – Taste of Indochine in Hanoi, and we’re so happy we did! First of all, the service was outstanding. The staff took the time to explain the menu, listened carefully to our dietary restrictions and allergies, and suggested suitable options for us to try. The duck dish was definitely the highlight — incredibly flavorful and beautifully presented. Our son couldn’t stop talking about the soup, which quickly became his favorite meal of the trip. What truly stood out was the care and kindness of the staff. When we finished dinner, it had started to rain outside. One of the team members kindly walked with one of us, holding an umbrella, to help pick up ponchos. Such a thoughtful gesture — it really made our evening unforgettable. Highly recommended for both the food and the warm, personal service!