Hanoi Bike Shop

My friend invited us to Hanoi because she'd been there before and was dying to go back for their tofu, which she said was amazing. She was right! I also tried the chicken with nuts and coconut sauce, which was incredibly delicious, and the seafood pho was really good too. Everything was fantastic. Highly recommended!

Absolutely outstanding food and drink! from the smell coming straight from the moment we arrived at the door, having brought along a guest who has had authentic vietnamese food they were impressed and excited by the menu and the smells and food lived up to the expectation. The ability to choose spice range was perfect. the only downside was we were sat upstairs where it was very quiet with a loud drunken couple being disruptive and without any music on in the background it did dampen our dining experience but the staff were very sincere and apologetic about it and did switch on some speakers towards the end of our meal so we can't fault them.

I love this place! Superb Vietnamese food and lovely staff. Had been a couple of times over the years but it’s definitely now become my new favourite. Portions are generous.

What a great find in Glasgow. Delicious Pho great atmosphere and lovely service. It is not too big, so be aware of waiting a couple of minutes, but it's worth every second.

Hands down some of the best Vietnamese food I've ever eaten. Everything was just incredible. Really lovely atmosphere and welcoming staff (who even ran through the streets of Glasgow after me when I'd left my bag at the table) Would absolutely recommend!

I visited this place after seeing a few good reviews, but honestly, I was really disappointed. The waitress seemed unfriendly and unwelcoming from the moment. They looked annoyed and barely responded when I asked questions. As for the food, nothing stood out. Every dish was bland and lacked flavor. Definitely not worth the price. Unfortunately, I didn’t enjoy my visit at all and won’t be coming back.

This place is fantastic!! So tasty and authentic. The vibe is cozy, the staff were attentive and friendly and the food was out of this world! We had the wok fried greens with water chestnuts, black pepper tofu, vegan pho and sweet potato fritters. Really big portions too so good for sharing or hungry peeps! The menu had loads of vegan options on and many items that could be made vegan too. Highly recommend if you’re in Glasgow. You will not be disappointed.

The Hanoi bike shop restaurant is a unique experience to Glasgow. For appetizers we ordered the peanut and coconut Tofu which was very good. The pork cheek dish was the best dish I've had this month, this is a must. The mains were the beef Pho and the chicken pho. They were good but the broth on the beef bone broth one was a bit too salty. Personally, I think the Pho was a bit underwhelming. The appetizers were better than the mains. Overall a good experience.

As an American, I've only eaten here 3 times in my two trips to Scotland. Both times, I got sandwiches and sides for Lunch. I had Salt and Chilli pork, fish cakes and Bavette steak. All where delicious. I also really enjoyed the Pho. Ratings can be hysterical - because everyone likes different types of Pho. One woman said the Pho is SO salty. And another guys claims its bland. (people are strange). Yet, I found it delicious. I ate downstairs on all of my trips and enjoyed that for lunch. Will def visit this for lunch again on my next visit.

When we returned to Glasgow for a visit a week later we made sure to drop in again. The place and food were a real treat for our family of three.

If you have eaten PHO in more authentic places like Little Vietnam in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Toronto, and Orange County (I have)...then don't eat here. The Pho is not authentic. It is picture pretty but that is about it. This place was recommended by our friend's 25 year old kid (whose palette is still young). The decor is beautiful and the inside is cozy and intimate. I ordered the seafood pho. It had no depth to it. It was missing that umami flavor. The broth was watery. It was missing the mint and the Thai basil. I ordered it #2 spicy and it was not spicy at all. We asked for some Fish sauce and they had no idea what we were talking about (which should have been a red flag) so then we asked for Hoisin sauce and they didn't have that either, they offered us soy sauce and we accepted that. Anything to bring some flavor to our pho. They ran out of chicken and (the night was still young) so my friend had to order the beef pho. He said his was okay- this was his first time having pho so he had nothing to compare it to. The service was mediocre. We had to ask them to bring us utensils. We had to ask them again to bring us napkins. It took them forever to ask us what we wanted to drink after they sat us down. To be honest, it was overpriced for the quality of food that was served. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic pho in Glasgow. This is a very instagram/influencer spot for pretty food pics/decor and that's about it. I would not go back.

Food was very poor. Would not go back. Wife had pho - had no flavour so she couldn't eat it. Very disappointed.

I'd call this place fusion viet food. Therefore, don't come here for pho if that's what you're looking for. It's basic broth, and they use the home style flat thick noodles..but don't cook it well/right, so it tastes like plastic. The first time the pho came out I had to send it back b/c the broth wasn't hot. Second time was no better...Asian food in general should be hot! I ate the soup and bean sprouts. Their "phat phuc" tasting menu lacked flavor. Thank goodness they give you their lemongrass chili sauce b/c we had to douse everything with it. Also, staff here look young. Therefore, although cordial and nice, they're not the most professional. You should never stand around and chat with each other when you have a busy restaurant, it was hard to get their attention. Basically, if you're looking for fusion food, come here. If you're looking for authentic viet food, skip for sure.

I was so shocked to find Vietnamese food in Glasgow but was surprisingly pleased! From a good ol' Google search of good eats in Glasgow, The Hanoi Bike Shop was on top. After a week of touring the UK and Ireland, we were done with bangers and mash and were more than happy to done anything that wasn't meat and potatoes. This place is chic AF! The fact that our hotel concierge squealed with excitement when we told her we were going to come here for lunch meant this was the place to be. We got there right when they opened so we were seated right away, inside. They quickly inquired if anybody needed a vegan or gluten-free menu (that's how you know this is a hip and trendy spot) and we got a normal menu and the GF menu. We all ordered types of pho because we were feeling a little under the weather from our traveling and nothing does it like a warm bowl of pho. So my caveat is that my husband is Vietnamese and the friends we were traveling with have traveled to Vietnam with us before, so we are connoisseurs of Vietnamese food. I ain't even ashamed to say it. That being said, we were so impressed and so satisfied. We also ordered some egg rolls and spring rolls to share and gobbled it up. I won't be back in Glasgow any time soon but will highly recommend this spot to anybody that goes!!!

While in Glasgow, this was probably the highlight of our culinary experience. The place is small, cozy with several different nooks and crannies. Spending time there, the place reminded me of small Indian college canteens - mismatched tables, random snippets of conversation, cozy atmosphere, delicious smells and amazing, homey food. Anurag and I started with the Sweetcorn and coconut fritters. Fluffy and delicious. I had their special fish entree and it was absolutely delicious. Huge portion size, and very hearty. The broth was the right balance between salty, sweet and tart - we inhaled it between the 2 of us. It does not come with a carb, so we ordered it with a side of the rice - much needed and made for a great combination. Anurag also had the seafood pho - there was no way we could finish the pho - we took it back to go. Chock full of seafood and very delicious. We didn't eat dessert, but everything on the menu looked delicious. I would love to come back the next time we are in town.

We read many great reviews for the restaurant and expected better food than what we got, especially for the price. The beef pho was a little too salty, tasted like Bovril, lacked the typical star anise/spice flavours of pho. We're used to more authentic pho, coming from Montreal where there are dozens of Vietnamese restaurants. This seems to be the only one in the city. The tofu turmeric coconut hot pot was a little watery. However, the chicken livers and temple tofu, pictured, were quite good. Staff was friendly, atmosphere is great. The food is the only caveat.

If you like flavorful food...then you will love Hanoi Bike Shop. It is pretty spot on. We ordered a pot of mint tea, which was refreshing and delicious. They have 3 to 4 different tofu dishes all of which sounded great. I settled on ordering a chili glazed tofu and oh my goodness it was one of the best tofu dishes I've ever had. I also ordered vermicelli noodles with carrot salad and it was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend. Keep in mind the restaurant is kind of small so if you are planning on going with a group of people, you probably want to make a reservation.

Pho here sucks!!! The soup was so salty and so little meat. It also took a very long time as well. It wast even hot, just like warm. Also, so expensive! £10?! For a bowl of fast food quality soup, there is no way I will ever come back! I miss Canada, where you can get way more delicious pho, big big portion, for just half of the price!

Overall tasty meal. 3/4 of the party had never tried Vietnamese food and really enjoyed it. Our table ordered: Pho Bo (beef pho), Thit Lon Bung Ot-pork belly main dish, a daily special that had to be sent back as it had mussels which was a dietary no-no, Goi Ca Rot Bun-noodle and carrot salad, Banh Phong Tom- prawn crackers, Spring rolls and Two order of fried rice off the kids menu. The beef pho was tasty but the broth was not as flavorsome as others I've had. The noodle and carrot salad was fresh and tasty. Prawn crackers are tasty as per usual. My friends loved with pork belly dish and fried rice. The portion sizes are a bit confusing, there are small plates and large plates and we were encouraged to get 3 smalls per person or one large +1 small. This would have been way too much food-even for this hungry American! . For four adults, (2 Scottish men, 1 Scottish woman, 1 American woman) our order was a gratuitous amount of food. It was quite fortuitous that one of the mains had to be sent back as there was no more room on our table! For us, two mains and five smalls was too much and next time I'd only order 3 small plates.

A unique experience hidden away from the bustle of Byres road I was unsure what to expect at first, I just knew I had to try it from constantly seeing people's posts on Yelp On entering the smell was the first thing that hit me, not the tantalising aroma of tempting food, but one similar to a grungy Asian market selling a plethora of animal parts out of a dirty bucket on the street. We both looked at each other and gave that "can you smell that?" Face, we persevered and took our seat at a small table on the right as you go in, I guess all the nice photos I see on Yelp are of the dining upstairs as this part wasn't quite as magical looking. We discussed leaving as the smell really was draining our appetite faster than a dementor feasts on your happiness, however we stayed in the hope to get used to it as I realllllllly wanted to come here and try their food. Ordering was fine if not a little slow, looking around there were a few tables all flicking their menus waiting on their food order being taken. Food comes similar to tapas, when its ready and in smaller portions. We ordered 4 dishes and after almost finishing 3 had to ask where the fourth was, gave a "yeah it's in its way" answer quicker than I finished giving out my question, felt liked I called a taxi and they used the obligatory "it's around the corner" line. It came a while later after they went in to remind the kitchen we hadn't got the last of our plates. The table was not sufficient to hold the 3 dishes ordered let alone anything more and we had to play plate Tetris to accommodate There was plenty of flavour in the dishes and well thought out in terms of how they balanced each other, for the money however....not worth it spends. The over all experience wasn't what I hoped and I can't see me rushing back for a repeat anytime soon, over £30 for lunch and leaving unsatisfied.

What a gem! We love this place for its food and environment tucked away off byres road. Although you don't get a lot of food for the cost-- it's still a great place to try. Must try their prawn crackers - we always request the brown ones only- with their peanut chilly dip. Try their homemade tofu-- especially the black pepper tofu. Their in-house chilly oil adds a kick to all the dishes! We also love their hot pots as on the whole you can't go wrong with any of them. If you love something sweet try their Vietnamese Coffee with condensed milk. The only thing I've never been too impressed with is their phos.

Haven't been in a while so a friend and I decided to stop in for lunch after studying a bit. We were crammed in with the rest of the patrons, but managed to get a table right away. It took us quite a while to choose what we wanted to eat as there are so many things on the menu to try (including Vietnamese style sandwiches). We were pretty hungry, but we ended up ordering way more than we could eat. It was all so delicious! My friend ordered a beer to drink, the crispy fried chicken livers, kimchi, steamed rice and the beef curry. I didn't think I was a fan of anything she had ordered, but was made to try it all and I can now say that I absolutely love everything she ordered. The livers were perfectly cooked, and didn't taste of liver at all The beef in the curry was so tender and the kimchi was just spicy enough to add so much flavour to the dish. I ordered the prawn crackers, the seasonal veg (Pak choi with loads of toasted garlic), the pork spring rolls and the BBQ chicken sandwich. All very tasty as well. I could have used a dipping sauce for the prawn crackers even though they are tasty enough on their own. The pak choi was so flavourful, I could have eaten it all in one gulp and the spring rolls were minty and filled with glass noodles. The sandwich was so delicious and came with a huge side salad of mixed greens and mint leaves. Since we ordered so much stuff, I was able to take half home to my guy and he was so grateful I did. Even warmed up later on, he said it was absolutely amazing. This place is still a favourite of mine and it's well worth the price tag for what you get. It was a bit on the expensive side for lunch, but seeing as how I filled up completely and took half of what I'd ordered home, I'd say it was worth it. Stop by Hanoi Bike Shop, you'll be so glad you did. If you don't manage to walk in and get a seat, they'll take your number and call you when a table to available.

Wow, just wow. Can I live here? Such a lovely quirky west end place. Super well known though! I visited around 9pm on a Tuesday and the place was pretty full, only bug bear is just how close the tables are together. As in you can't quite get out of your own tables without hitting the person next to you. The tables are all adorned with tradition baskets and your coriander, chilli and garlic oil (literally want to bottle this and take it home) and fish sauce. One person did come in and ask what the smell was!! (The restaurant staff politely explained that it was just fish oil.) I had the prawn and omelette rolls which were delicious and so fresh. I love a clean-non fried spring roll. Does anybody have a good recipe? Due to the lateness of eating, I opted to just have a chicken curry without a side order of rice. It was incredible, the sauce was vibrant and full of flavour. Personally could have done with more chilli, but I like things hot. My friend had the tofu pho which he seemed to love. I will be back to try more! The outside seating in the summer months is lovely. So nice to see somewhere so busy late on in the evening, midweek.

Determined to do our bit to further Viet-Caledonian relations, my companion and I thought the Hanoi Bike Shop the obvious choice for a Friday night dinner while visiting Glasgow. Of course, this had nothing to do with the fact that both of the places that had been recommended to us being either fully booked or closed. The place was bustling, with an inviting mixture of students, young professionals, and leering aging academics. Service was efficient and friendly, like a well-timetabled hug. The menu reads like a passable plod through the classics of Vietnamese streetfood. My beef and pork pho was generously portioned but bland. A shared starter of rice paper rolls lacked the freshness or finesse that we'd hoped for: I suspect they took longer to chew than it did to subsequently forget them. That said, my companion was pleased by his surf-and-turf mix of bream and pork belly. And at less than £20 a head, with a beer each and round of crackers to start, it was unquestionably fair value.

Like Gordon M, my first visit here was PYD (pre Yelp days), and I recently returned with my friend, who was popping her Hanoi cherry. On the off chance it was busy around the time we were heading in, 8ish, I booked a table in advance, and gladly so as the place was jumping when I arrived. I was seated by the pleasant chap at the door, and got a nice seat at the window, with a beautiful view out to the lane, all lit up for Christmas! Our waitress was a pleasantly chatty, chirpy little lady, who explained to us the concept behind their Vietnamese tapas style menu, as well as the specials. We, being total grubbers, settled on 5 dishes and s side of rice, with some prawn crackers and peanut dip to break us in to the main event. Dishes arrive as they are made, so it is good to order to share, though I wouldn't recommend that with the soup dishes. Could get messy! ;p That evening we agreed on the green tea smoked pheasant breast (phenomenal!), the stir fried sprouts, the whole sprats, and a surprise tofu. That last one isn't an actual dish, we just couldn't decide which one we wanted, so left it to our cheery wee waitress. It ended up being the black pepper, and it's safe to say it has changed my mind on tofu! For the better. After eating for almost a football game we couldn't face a dessert, as tasty as they sounded, so we settled on Vietnamese inspired coffee, filtered straight into the cup, which has a layer of condensed milk at the bottom. Delicious! I genuinely can't wait to go back there and sample all the delights I didn't have room for this time around!

I feel almost bad for doing this, but it kinda needs to be done. After a good first visit I popped back here the other day with some Yelpy folks to grab some grub. Having Pho'd it up to the max on my previous visit I opted for the delicious sounding beef flank stew with jasmine rice... yeah. Without going into too much detail, the easiest way to describe the dish is to offer up the word 'bland' and just let it hang there. Despite the beef being well cooked (nice and flakey, tender and tasty) the dish was top heavy on chunky carrots which made it feel like more filler than killer. The dish itself offered nothing in distinct flavour, leaving myself and the Duke of Chris Docherty (Colin M) reaching for the condiments in search of flavour and kick. I'l also at this point, have to agree with Mr Colin and call time on the stool seating situation that seems to raise it's ugly head in eating establishments. Eating dinner from a stool seating position isnae comfy. You always end up slouching forward or else having a few beer and spending the night worrying that you'll disappear over the back. Having read a few other reviews on this place now, it's fair to say that the assessment is fair. A good idea to go ahead and do something unique in Glasgow, but the flavours are just not there and given the amount of other authentic asian orientated restaurants popping up in Glasgow, paying lipservice and borrowing the 'theme' of a country, just ain't hitting the mark with punters anymore. Well, not for me anyway. Nice, but I won't be rushing back until the flavours start making an appearance

Time for an upgrade! Fresh and zesty food which is different from anything else on offer in Glasgow at the moment. I love Hanoi Bike shop. Not only because it brings back great memories of a recent holiday to Vietnam, but also because it does tasty food in quirky surroundings. Without doubt this place is worth an upgrade to five stars instead of 4. My favourite dish is the carrot salad side that comes with noddles. That taste is addictive. I also love the Banh mi with pork belly. So different from other Asian food and really tastes awesome. You also of course can't leave without some pho. Just make sure you put every chilli and herb in to it. Final tip comes on the beer. Having tried all three on offer. Hue is the best, Although saigon seems to be the most widely available in Nam itself. If you ain't been yet. Get yourself along to HBS. You will pretty quickly start to wonder (like me) why there are not more Vietnamese places opening up in Glasgow.

Hanoi, it's time for a review update! I'd previously awarded a 4 star, but after my festive visit it is time to go up to the full 5 stars. I arranged a visit for 7 of my lovely vegan/vegetarian friends from roller derby, and Hanoi were happy to accommodate us upstairs. I've never been up here before but it is fabulous - a really lovely space with beautiful lanterns hanging from the roof and keeps the style of downstairs. They'd been warned in advance that there was a bunch of vegan/veggies and I have to commend our waitress who had exceptional knowledge of what was vegan friendly and was always coming back with more info from the kitchen which I'm sure was very helpful to my vegan pals! I ordered the banh xeo (coconut and rice flour pancake) with shiitake and woodear mushroom as well as a portion of the lemongrass tofu. There were three types of tofu available that day - coriander and black pepper, so I was able to sample all three kinds with some swapsies around the table. I really liked each variety, probably the black pepper the most and coriander at a close second but honestly I'd happily have scoffed a whole plate of any kind. And the pancake was lovely - as you can see from the photo, it is stuffed full with beansprouts. I love that the food is so loaded with fresh herbs and spices, it gives it a real pep and was a lovely meal to enjoy post-Christmas excess. We split the bill between us and it came to around £15 each, very reasonable for lunch and drinks! I'll definitely be back for more tofu soon - and it's even better when you find out they make the tofu on the premises! Amazing.

I attended The Hanoi Bike Shop in a group of 8, and was very impressed with both food and service. We were there as part of a vegan meetup and they had pre-prepared rice paper rolls with tofu especially for us, as normally they are made with prawn and omelette. This was a very appreciated gesture, and after the waitress took us through all of the vegan-friendly options, we enjoyed these with sweet potato and soy bean cakes (the sweetcorn and coconut fritters contain egg). I opted for a portion of their black pepper tofu with a side of rice; their tofu is magnificent as it's not only delicious but they make it themselves! The sauce had a sweetness I loved, and if you have yet to try tofu I would recommend breaking your tofu virginity here! For dessert we had the option of mango sorbet. It's common for places to have no vegan dessert option, so we were quite happy to give the sorbet a go and I found it to be satisfying and not as watery as some sorbets can be. I was slightly apprehensive about the sign at the entrance mentioning the smell of anchovies inside, and I could smell a bit of an aroma, but it wasn't unpleasant (and I really don't like the smell of fish) and I forgot all about it. There are lots of meat and fish dishes on the menu so it's a great place to go for people who like to be a bit more adventurous with their cuisine and when trying to accommodate different dietary requirements.

After a busy day, myself and the boyf decided to treat ourselves to a meal at Hanoi, as frequent visitors, Hanoi is one of my favourite restaurants in the West End, and couldn't be closer to my flat, so Hanoi is an amazing place which even I can crawl to hungover... Even on a sunday at 9, the downstairs wasn't empty as I expected it to be.. this place really is popular. As I waited for 30 mins for the boyf to finish in the library, I made a start on the prawn crackers with peanut and chilli dip. If you think you don't need this dip.... You're WRONG!! that little dip makes the prawn crackers and you get loads of both, so its worth the money! (£2 for the dip). When he FINALLY arrived I had already spent a long time deciding what to have, so he didn't really have a choice: the daily special of salt and pepper squid, jungle curry with jasmine rice, and lemongrass tofu with noodle and carrot salad. By the time we ordered, about 9:40, they had run out of 'Pho' - the noodle brothy kinda thing. on each table is a great little selection of fish sauce, mild chilli sauce and then a hot hot hot chilli oil so you can easily make each dish hottter to your taste which is great. the salt and pepper squid were crisp and never chewy, the tofu beautifully crunchy on the outside and served with a yummy glass noodle salad - which by the way they make their own tofu in the shop!! finally the jungle curry nicely spicy with tender chicken. all the food was delish as always, I spent 2 months in Asia over summer and it was great to have authentic food again, even if it was at a much higher price - not that hanoi's even expensive its actually very reasonable, and our bill came to about £28 which is pretty much the same price we always pay for that amount of food for two of us. I thoroughly recommend a visit to hanoi but be warned it gets super busy, a few friends tried to go on a friday and were told it'd be an hours wait! forgot to mention the service is great, and all the staff are happy to help with choosing and advising dishes!

Sooo good! Stopped by for some food last night without a reservation -- had exceptional service, and the food was just as good as everyone has been saying. Even the location of this place is perfect, as it's just off Byres Road (so not far from the subway), but down a quiet lane which provides more atmosphere. We seized the opportunity to say hello to the sun and ate upstairs on the balcony. We got a few different dishes to share; the beef wrapped in betel leaf and daikon & soy bean cakes were my favourites. The colourful atmosphere, sharing dishes as they come, and good honest deliciousness with punchy flavours all made up an evening that was real food for the soul. My only regret is that it has taken me so long to get here. I'll be back soon!

With the rise in popularity of the 'street food' scene in the UK and in particular London, it is perhaps unsurprising to see this influence crossing the border into Scotland. An example of this is The Hanoi Bike Shop, situated in the former Stravaigin 2 building on Ruthven Lane just off Byers Rd. Opened in 2012 dubbed as Glasgow's first Vietnamese restaurant, the eatery has already been awarded an AA Rosette in addition to the coveted best newcomer award in The List magazine. With Glasgow enjoying a rare but wonderful summer, I was looking for somewhere I could eat outside, that was light but tasty. Having made my first visit a few weeks prior I knew The Bike Shop would satisfy all my needs. On approach the bike shop has instant 'kerb appeal' with patio tables outside, fantastic branding, complete with rickety bikes parked outside, really adding to the authenticity and vibe of the place. Luckily there were a few seats remaining and we quickly snapped them up. Shortly afterwards we were approached by our waitress who instantly made us feel at ease, checked if we'd been before, explained the days specials and took our drinks order. The one thing I love about street food is the informality of it. You can user your hands, you share dishes. This makes for a more convivial dining experience. The Hanoi is a great example of this, recommending you share 3 dishes plus a few sides between 2, which is what we did. We selected the rare beef salad, pork meatballs & pork belly, green tea chicken and lemongrass & ginger chicken hotpot. The drink selection is limited but very good, we decided on a carafe of wine, which came with small tumblers, which I really like. I have heard of people tuning their noses up at this, personally I think it adds to the street food informal ambience that they're looking to achieve. The food arrives when it's ready, meaning it comes when it's at its hottest and freshest. It has instant visual appeal, with lots of vibrant colours and equally colourful bowls. The aromas are equally as appealing with hints of lemongrass, ginger, chilli and lime. I tried the hot pot first, the chicken was tender, the broth delicately spiced, so delicious you could eat it as a soup. Next I was the beef salad. The meat was cooked medium rare, slightly on the rarer side, which is exactly how I like it. The dressing was wonderful, just the right amount of sharp and sweet. The crunchy salad was a perfect partner to the rich meat. The green tea chicken was another salad based dish, nice as it was with a very delicate green tea infusion of the chicken, having two salads was just a little much. Don't get me wrong, both salad dishes were nice but I recommend only getting either or. Lastly the pork dish, another broth based dish with a mixture or meatballs and the belly of the pork. This was another favourite, I think pork works best of all meats with Vietnamese flavours, the rich sweet, slightly fatty meat is the perfect marriage for the intense Asian flavours. The broth was again delicious. We didn't have dessert in the end, instead opting to to try the Vietnamese beer, of which they have 3 on offer. I asked our waiter for advice, he was able to describe the each beer and also give a personal recommendation, which I really liked. Based on the advice I went for the Saigon beer, it was light, refreshing but not at all bland, retaining a barley like flavour. Food 9/10 - The clearly know Vietnamese food and how to balance flavours. Excellent. Service 10/10 - Very knowledgable, friendly and quick. Decor 9/10 - On both occasions I've been, I was fortunate with the weather. However, inside is in fitting with the theme but done tastefully. Value 9/10 - Around £20-£25 a head is great value for this quality & ambience. Overall 37/40 - One of the best restaurants I've tried in sometime. A welcome addition to Glasgow's thriving food scene.

I went with some friends for having dinner. Apart from the staff and service that was a 5, I Honestly didn't like the dishes at all. For my it was a expensive dinner, because dishes where so small compare to price, and for my there weren't tasty enough. They were super spicy or the opposite but not feel like in a Vietnamit restaurant with these amazing tasty explosion. I guess that you can find another cheaper restaurant with same quality.

I have wanted to try this place for ages and finally got the chance to try it out last night. Even from the outside, this place makes a real impression with lots of fairy lights and quirky features. It would be a nice place to outside during summer (not something that is possible right now without running the risk of frostbite). I loved the informal atmosphere inside the restaurant and the place had a real buzz about it. As neither of us had visited before, the waiter took the time to explain the menu and gave us some personal recommendations which is always a nice touch. We decided to share 4 dishes and opted for prawn rice paper rolls, sesame crusted chicken livers, pork jungle curry and one of the daily specials beef and butternut squash curry. However, when the food arrived we were told that the beef curry had in fact ran out leaving us one dish short. The waitress recommended the ox cheek stew as an alternative so we went for that instead. The food was delicious and full of flavour: my personal favourite dish was the ox cheek stew - the meat was incredibly tender. My only complaint would be that the portion sizes are quite small for the price meaning the cost quickly mounts up. I will definitely be returning here again to taste even more flavours of Vietnam.

I have always meant to visit here so when I had a friend visiting for a Wendy (west end) type of lunchtime soiree, this seemed like the perfect opportunity. Arriving into this wooden haven with walls adorned with bike wheels and all female staff, it immediately appealed to my inner quirky self. Tables and stools are pretty basic but this just adds to the charm of the place. Being a huge fan of Asian food, I could have picked absolutely anything from the menu however I opted for a special of tamarind marinated squid salad with pickled kohlrabi, cucumber and beansprouts. Dish was served in a little pot and came with condiments of fish sauce and chilli oil. The salad was simply amazing. Each element looked like it had been carefully constructed without a care but it all worked so well together. The dressing sweet and big hunks of coriander and fresh chilli made it sing. I loved it. My friend had a banh mi (baguette sandwich) with spicy beef patties which also looked great but was a little cumbersome to eat. There is a danger for a place like this to be a little pretentious but it simply wasn't, staff were really friendly and it had the type of atmopshere where you could quite happily eat breakfast lunch and dinner there as well as stay for last orders. Has to be one of my new favs.

I had only been to Hanoi once back in Feb for Yum Cha so was excited to head back for dinner earlier this month. I had a good look through the pictures on Yelp to decide what the best dishes were and it paid off :) The staff were super friendly and helpful, explaining the size of the different dishes and suggesting how many to order between the two of us. There were so many I wanted to try so we ordered two of the smaller dishes, a medium, a pho and a side. I enjoyed the flavours of all the dishes but surprisingly the pho was the least enjoyable overall but that's because the other dishes were exceptional! The rice paper rolls were perhaps my favourite, packed full of flavour and served cold - which I wasn't expecting - I absolutely loved them and wished I didn't have to share this dish! We also had a pheasant dish and pork & rice cake dish from the pot & grill section, both I would order again. Gosh I'm drooling writing this...who fancies a trip back to Hanoi soon? Great food, served by lovely staff. Can't wait to go back. Note: there are no pictures of the food pre dessert as they were so delicious they were eaten before a picture was even thought about!

Crisp, clean, fresh and full of flavour. What a fantastic meal! It's been a while since I've eaten here (pre-Yelp) so it was great to be back with some Hanoi virgins! I like the low-key 'street food' vibe of the place, the friendly staff and the prices. But it's rightly the food that's the star. We ordered two of their specials - monkfish cheeks and braised beef flank - along with a few of the smaller dishes; paper rolls, crispy rolls, sweetcorn and coconut fritters, vietnamese rice cakes, some seasonal greens, and some lovely jasmine rice. Not sure where to start because everything was delicious. The combination of fresh herbs (lots of coriander), excellent ingredients and no small amount of chilli punch where needed, makes everything sing. The real delight is that in none of the dishes we had was one flavour dominant, you could taste everything, perfectly balanced flavours. As for the specials, ON MY WORD!! The beef flank was succulent and moist, in a nice dark gravy with a hint of chilli. The first bite melted in my mouth, and even though we were sharing all the dishes... well I secretly hoped no-one else would like it! I wanted it all!! I tried the monkfish cheeks in a salt and pepper batter, and they were delicious too. We even had room for dessert! I wasn't as fond of the ice cream (too aniseed for my tastebuds) but the lemon tart and carrot cake were wonderful! A couple of spiced gins and vietnamese coffees later and we were done. All in it was £25 a head which, for the quality of food, is amazing value. And so we left, sated but not overly stuffed, and all of us vowing to go back again soon!

What can I say about Hanoi Bike Shop? I barely let myself walk down that side of Byres Road for the fear that I will go in and spend the rest of the money I have on crispy spring rolls and smoked pheasant. Every time I have been in I have been impressed by the food, the service and how relaxed it is. It is great place to meet friends on a lazy day and share some amazing food. Sharing is the best option since they bring out the food as it is ready so that way no-one will go hungry. It would very hard for me to pick a favourite but definitely look at the specials menu and don't forget the prawns crackers. I find it is best to work through the menu. Their drinks menu is very short but everything is pretty amazing from organic wines, Hue beer and spiced gin. Nom! If you haven't been yet, get your coat and go now!

Loved this place. The food was great. Loads of flavours with optional sauces to add heat if you like spice. The staff were very friendly and engaging. Had a great chat with the waitress about the restaurant and area. I'm not sure why people didn't "get it". Loved the ambience and the vibe. Would definitely go back.

Where does Beyonce eat when she is in Glasgow? After a much talked about Instagram picture it looks like its Hanoi Bike Shop. While in Glasgow for her recent concert Beyonce posted a picture just outside Hanoi sparking rumours she had eaten in the Vietnamese restaurant. Our twitter feed was buzzing with people talking about this so this finally gave us the push to try a restaurant that had been on our radar for a while. Situated down the quiet Ruthven Lane, Hanoi Bike Shop is Glasgow's first Vietnamese canteen. It opened in Late 2012 and is owned by the same group as Stravaigan and Ubiquitous Chip. Any reviews we have read have been of a high standard and the restaurant was award with one AA Rosette and a place on the Michelin guide in the short time since opening. So finally after reading all the hype we booked in for a Monday night dinner, well it was meant to be 7pm but after a huge traffic jam on the M8 it turned out more like 7.30pm so thanks to Hanoi for their flexibility, it was much appreciated. On Arrival it instantly strikes you that this is a restaurant like no other, with a unique character. No fancy tables and chairs on display; they have deliberately kept things casual with an array of small tables and worn stools, which really does add to the Vietnamese theme which we liked. The restaurant was packed and everyone looked relaxed which is always great to see. We were taken to our table and the very helpful waitress talked us through the menu and the specials for the day, they recommend you choose three dishes from the menu and two side dishes to share between two. Dishes are made for sharing and are brought out when ready so a nice difference from the usual three course arrangement, which was refreshing. Here is what we had.... Prawn crackers with a peanut and chilli dip: Lovely and crisp prawn crackers, the peanut dip had a nice smooth texture with a nice spicy kick of chilli. The portion of prawn crackers was generous and a nice way to kick off the meal. Chargrilled sea bream, caramelized pork belly and spicy pickled cucumber: The chargrilled sea bream was light and perfectly cooked, slightly crispy skin with nice soft flesh of the fish. The pork belly was fatty and rich and worked very well with the dish. The spicy pickled cucumber gave the dish some heat and was really delicious. Grilled mince wrapped in betel leaf with crushed peanuts and pickles: This dish really was fantastic, the grilled beef was tender and melted in the mouth. The nuts and pickles add different flavours and textures to the dish and when all tied together, create a great combination. Again the chilli dip gave a nice spicy kick without wasting the flavours of the dish. Sesame crusted chicken livers with beansprout and peanut salad: The chicken livers were cooked nicely but we found them a bit too rich, but that's just for us. The accompanying salad was fresh, zingy and very tasty. Vermicelli noodle salad with lemongrass dressing: the flavours from this dish were outstanding, with noodles which were lovely and soft. The lemon grass dressing was fresh and added some acidity, spicy flavours also came through, the freshest and tastiest salad we have ever tried. Our first time trying Vietnamese was a success. The food was fresh and packed full of flavor, ranging from a nice mix of spice without being overpowering to delicate sweet tastes and sensations. The chicken livers were a bit too rich, but that is just our taste, everything else was outstanding. The salads here are the standout for us; they are fresh and refreshingly tasty with flavors and spices jumping out at you, truly fantastic. The sharing dishes and the food being brought out whenever it was ready may not suit everyone but at Hanoi it really does add to the experience. On a busy night the servers done a great job, offering good advice and they knew the menu inside out. They were frantically busy but done a great job attending to all the diners. Overall we really enjoyed the Hanoi Bike Shop and would return, prices are a bit higher and portions a bit smaller than we expected but we don't mind paying a bit extra for good quality food and it certainly was that. We were just in for a light dinner so turned out to be £15 per head with tap water. If you want an authentic Vietnamese experience, great food in a relaxed and casual dining room Hanoi Bike Shop is surely worth a visit.

We have been wanting to try this place for a while. since its a little further out then the city centre and we take the train in most of the time it just hasn't workers. But this last time we drove because we were going to the Electric lights at the botanical ! And this place is super close! Anyways the point of sharing all that is sometimes places build in my mind and then you get there and it's disappointing ... Well NOT HERE ! The food is Delicious !!!!!! We had se fish cakes for starters and Thur were delicious! Salty for sure but that's expected with fish cakes and if you eat with with the supplied lettuce then they are perfect ! A great sweet sauce too! I got the pho and tofu (homemade tofu too! How cool is that !!) it was perfect ! You could had the hot pepper oil to give it more kick :) make sure to put in the mint, basil, and other yummy greens they bring on a side plate (I left out the peppers bc my stomach is a whimp haha) . I've had pho a bunch of times in CA in Asian districts so you know your getting the real thing and well folks this place did a great job of marching that amazing simple yet complex pho taste!! My hubbie got the sea bass in the banana lead which he loved , I loved my pho more ;) he did get a side of rice noodles with carrots and a yummy sweet sauce ! I ate half of it ! Oops! Plus The place and decor is super cute ! I felt I could totally be in some other country ... With Scottish servers haha Only draw back was that every dessert they offered had dairy , or cream in it :/ not typical Vietnamese ... And not good for this lactose intolerant lady :p

I had a delicious dinner at The Hanoi Bike Shop the other day and I was pleased to discover that it's very vegetarian and vegan-friendly. I popped in with some pals on a Tuesday evening and we ordered a selection of delicious dishes. I went for seasonal greens (veganised on request), soy and sesame braised aubergine, and jasmine rice, which was wonderful. I felt full of good food, without being uncomfortably stuffed or weighed down by additives. Go easy on the chilli oil though, as it's deceptively spicy and just when you're enjoying the flavours, it catches you with a sneaky after-burn that sets your mouth on fire. The staff were friendly and happy to help, as I enquired about vegan options and they impressed with their knowledge of the menu and offered alternative options. The place has a chilled out vibe, with wooden stools and quirky artwork on the walls. It's not formal dining, but that adds to the atmosphere and makes it the perfect place for a chilled out dinner, when you're after something a bit different.

Used to be brilliant for veggies, but when I went in at the weekend they no longer had a separate veggie/vegan menu. Which would be fine, if one of the (v)-marked options didn't include shrimp paste so I can't trust that any of the other labelled vegetarian options are truly veggie. Won't be back until they sort it which is a shame because their stuff is delicious.

If your looking for something a little different then head here for lunch or dinner.. It's situated just off Byres road, as soon as you see it it looks authentic from the outside and the decor inside is the same.. It's a lovely small place and I only recently found out there is an upstairs that I think you can book for bigger groups.. The food is lovely and fresh with lots of fresh herbs on top.. I'm not a vegetarian but I world highly recommend the tofu which is made on site.. It has a much nicer taste and texture than shop bought stuff.. I have tried lots of different dishes, but always have the Banh trang cuon - rice paper rolls filled with prawn, omelette, mint, coriander and noodles they are so fresh and tasty well worth a try. Always think about what you are ordering, my friend ordered Fish head soup, thinking it would be made with fish heads which it was, but those heads were in her bowl, which she found a little off putting.. Also be careful going to the toilet as the faces on the doors both look feminine apart from a very small moustache on the male, my friend found this out the hard way, we of course were delighted with her error and had a good laugh at her expense..

Hanoi Bike Shop is a nice place to go to when I feel like having something close to home! I love Vietnamese food and this restaurant does a pretty good job with their menu. The staff are very attentive and friendly, the space itself is cozy and colourful and food is really quite good. We had the Beef Pho, fried tofu (with a yummy sauce), a baguette dish (I don't remember what it's called but it's also with tofu) and some prawn crackers in the side! Was super satisfied with our choices and it felt really fresh and not too heavy. For dessert, we had the Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk. I was extremely happy with this as it reminded me so much of coffee from home! Sweet and nostalgic! Not so much for coffee lovers who like their coffee bitter/not sweet.

I've eaten here three times now and have not been disappointed. The food is perhaps not as spicy as you might expect if you're a hardcore Vietnamese foodie, but it is very flavoursome and personally I'd rather taste the food without feeling that my tongue is on fire! If you want to spice things up some more, there is a choice of fish sauce, chili sauce, or chili and lemongrass dip that is served with all dishes, and the latter one should certainly be approached with caution. I also recommend the peanut and chili dip for some extra pizazz. The decor is decidedly cheap and cheerful, with a mish-mash of worn-looking stools and odd tables contributing to the 'recycled street chic' feel. It is definitely unpretentious. For cutlery you have a choice of plastic chopsticks or more conventional tools on request. Drinks are consumed from worn tumblers, and mine on this visit had an uneven bit on the rim where it had clearly been ground down and re-polished. I didn't have a problem with that, it's merely an observation; but if you're trying to impress a date with an expensive bottle of wine you might want to look elsewhere. Much of the food is served in tapas-style portions and comes when ready, although even when it has been very busy everything has arrived pretty quickly. Start with 3 or 4 dishes and a couple of side dishes between two and see how you get on. The staff are brilliant; they are friendly and helpful at explaining what everything is and catering for any special dietary quirks you might have. I don't eat meat so I make no comment on those dishes, but there's a great choice of delicious fish or veggie things too so there's always plenty to eat. The rice paper summer rolls are a regular favourite, as are the grilled soya bean and shallot cakes. On this occasion we tried one of the specials, a tofu and okra number that was absolutely delicious. I'm not a huge fan of okra as it can be a bit stringy, but this was cooked to perfection. They also make their own tofu on the premises, and it is without a doubt the best tofu ever. I'd come back here just for the tofu - it really is that good. I've yet to try the Banh Mi and the Pho, but then again I need something to look forward to on future visits! My only criticism is that the upstairs gets very noisy when it's busy so it becomes near-impossible to have a conversation. It could do with some soft hangings to soak up the decibels a bit. If you want a quieter evening, try and book a table downstairs.

We finally made it to Hanoi Bike Shop this week for a drive-by lunch after we dropped the boy at school and before I made a mad dash to the airport. NotBlondeHusband had been craving Bánh mì since seeing a Bánh mì truck on the Great Food Truck race. We'd heard great things so off we went. The restaurant is down a wee lane off Byres road and is quite small although there did seem to be an upstairs. The staff were really friendly and greeted us straight away. I would have liked to see a bit comfier/bigger seats than just wooden stools but my 6'3" NBH didn't seem to mind. We were told the specials and when I asked if coriander could be left out of most meals (I'm allergic to the devil herb) I was told it wasn't a problem. All food is made fresh and to order so if you want something left out it is easy peasy---great news! They let us know that food came out in no real order, just as it was ready and some items were for sharing and others more like "main meals." We both thought the special rice paper rolls with sweet potato and homemade tofu sounded amazing so we opted to split that and NBH went for the beef Bánh mì he'd been craving. I was torn between different options but decided to go for the Chicken and Lemongrass Pho. The rice paper rolls were AMAZING. The were fresh and delicious and served with a vinegar dipping sauce. We didn't really taste the sweet potato or the tofu but the over all result was delicious. NBH's Bánh mì came next. He was a bit disappointed with the meat; there wasn't a lot and it was more hamburger like than beef but the fresh baguette and pickled toppings were very tasty. For just £5 he couldn't complain. I really enjoyed the broth on my Pho but found the chicken itself to be rather bland. I ended up dipping it in leftover chilli vinegar from NBH's Bánh mì when I plucked it from the bowl. Maybe I shouldn't have eaten it separately from the soup but I tend to eat the broth, noodles and meat separately-so sue me! Overall though we did enjoy our lunch and have already told family who live part time in SE Asia to go and visit. I think we will definitely be back again and I'll go for a Bánh mì next time. The fact that they didn't skip a beat when I said I was allergic to coriander won me over; to me that showed not only were they open to alterations but they knew exactly what was going into their food and when AND it was all being made fresh and to order. Our food was delivered quickly so if you are in the West End and looking for a quick and different lunch check it out. They also do a take-away service too!

With the number of great reviews and the colourful pictures of yummy-looking food, it's hard to resist checking out The Hanoi Bike Shop. I have been here a number of times and have thoroughly enjoyed each visit. As is mentioned on a sign at the door, you are greeted with the smell of fish oil upon entry. If you're not used to that, then please don't let it put you off. You get used to it after a few minutes. There are numerous small-portioned plates to try out, all of which I have loved. I would recommend stopping in for a Banh Mi Vietnamese sandwich. They serve these up until 5pm I believe. I have had the chicken banh mi a couple of times and will come back for it whenever I can. I get it without the pate and it's still amazing. It's also worth trying one of their cocktails. They're a decent price and complement the food quite nicely.

I finally decided try this place after hearing lots of lovely things. I must say I love the location and love the vibe of the place. The bicycle wheels on the wall, the Chinese lanterns are all great. The seats however (probably going for the "authentic" thing) were so uncomfortable I had a back ache by the end of the meal! We began with Jasmine tea smoked chucked and it was lovely, something very different from what I normally have. However me and my friend both could not picked up any major Jasmine flavours which was a shame. For the main I had the Seafood Pho while my friend had the Beef and Pork Pho. I found this utterly underwhelming. The seafood was rubbery, the portions were ridiculously large and there was next to no seasoning so I had to add big gig of fish sauce (since the apparently don't provide salt?!). This was actually upsetting me as I was so looking forward to the Pho. I think I'll try another Vietnamese restaurant next time to find out if it is the Hanoi's Pho or my palate that didn't really take to it. Oh, before I forget. The service was pretty abysmal. Me and my friend asked for the bill about 5 times we received it. Prior to that we weren't offered the dessert menu or anything. I actually left thinking maybe they didn't dessert until I saw other reviews on Yelp. I just felt very dismissed by the staff. The experience overall was extremely....average

I'm not quite sure what the menu says but the food is very good! Every time we go here we spend 15 minutes wondering what to order then another 15 wondering what we ordered will look like. However everything I've eaten here has been packed with those Asian flavours you remember from your holidays to the Far East.

I've been an occasional visitor to Hanoi since it opened, and it's always been somewhere to go if you want a relaxed and tasty meal. First off, it looks great. With the bikes, lanterns and old posters it's an Instagramers dream. It's somewhere you can sit and chill with friends and relax, and although it isn't very big you don't feel squashed in. The food is as relaxed as the settings. I have no idea if it's true Hanoi food, but it tastes great. The rice paper rolls are refreshing and the ox cheek broth is hearty and comforting. You don't get blasted by heat with it all, but there are hot sauces that you can use to spice it up if you like it toasty. We were there late in the evening, it's brilliant to go somewhere at night and still get good quality food. On the weekend, the kitchen is open til 12.30am and during the week it's 11pm. As a space it actually works really well at night, with the food and the interior all working brilliantly to make you feel chilled out as darkness descends. The lost star? I want the Bahn Mi's after 5pm! It's also possibly better outside of the lunchtime rush in terms of quality, but that may have been a one-off for me.

Must eat! The Pho broth is so flavorful! Open late relative to nearby shops in the West End, went at 10:30pm and still could sit for dinner service. Friendly and attentive staff. Comfortable and hip ambiance. Highly recommended!

I've now visited Hanoi Bike Shop a few times now so this review is really over due. Serving up the taste of VietNam, fresh and light. I love Asian food and we could be doing with more places like HBS. Now down to the nitty gritty! Banh Mi with pork belly black pudding and a tangy salad. So good. Pork cooked just right not too fatty. Spicy beef Pho one of my favorite dishes in VietNam, I like mine quite spicy so all the chilies are in there with extra added chili sauce. We also added a special in there too. BBQ pork ribs now I cannot explain how perfect these where cook! Meat falling off the bone and dripping with sauce. The messier the better! All this topped off with a carrot and noodle salad, crisp and fresh delicious. If you haven't been to HBS GO NOW!!

I was so excited to try The Hanoi Bike Shop recently when my Dad was visiting. After spending most of my honeymoon in Vietnam in 2011 I have a soft spot for all things Vietnamese. The restaurant itself has a real cosy feel, with a strong nod to all things Vietnamese. The beautiful coloured lanterns take me right back to the beautiful town of Hoi An! The staff are lovely and are more than happy to talk through the menu with you. Normally when I post a review I like to mention the highlights of my meal. I simply cannot pick highlights from this meal as everything was incredible! The chilli glazed pork was deliciously sweet and spicy, the beef wrapped in betel leaves was packed full of flavour, the Vietnamese barbecued chicken with morning glory took me right back to a meal I had in Hoi An on our honeymoon, and the ginger tofu was light and delicate. To finish the meal I had the Vietnamese coffee - strong dark filter coffee with condensed milk - again this takes me right back to my Vietnamese honeymoon! The Hanoi Bike Shop is a real gem in Glasgow's West End, and I hope it is here for years to come.

As weary Asian-American tourists, we were craving some tasty Asian food and Hanoi Bike Shop largely delivered. The soybean cakes were salty and tasty, served with a large portion of green onions and fried onions. The pork belly and rice cakes were well fried and paired with a great green salad, although a bit drowned in the slightly too-sweet sauce. The pho was good as well. It wasn't particularly authentic, per se, but it really hit the spot, and a great plus was staff was friendly and attentive.

One of my favourite restaurants in Glasgow. If you dig flavours like coriander, lemongrass, chili, galangal, soy, lime, shallots and betel leaves, then this is pretty much the place. Decor is homely, if you happen to live in a bike shop, or perhaps in Vietnam - service friendly, if occasionally a little slapdash in-an-endearing-sorta-way. Food is first rate. Tried their banquet the last time I was in - they basically just keep bringing a lot of small dishes as they come from the kitchen, finishing up with a larger plate featuring rice or noodles, lest any revellers not quite be sated. Really, one of the best meals I've had in a long time. Separate menus cater handsomely for vegans and the gluten-intolerant. I guess I might give four and half stars, cos once or twice when I've been in during the day, it hasn't been just *quite* as excellent as at other times - but I can't figure how to give a half-star - and four stars would imply 80%, whereas the HBS is certainly better than 80%. Basically, if you like Vietnamese chow then go here. If havent tried Vietnamese chow, then go here and try it.

Very disappointing pho. Flavor was totally off, although portion was decent. The inside smelled very strongly of something (maybe fish sauce?) so we opted to sit outside. I didn't get to try their other dishes, but I don't think I'll stop in again.

This was really great Vietnamese food and our first meal in Scotland. My mom, my niece and I were all STARVING after our flight from LA, our drive to our hotel and settling in. So off we walked to this super yummy and fun spot. It's decorated really cute, it's in a charming little alleyway, and the PHO was great! Thank Hanoi Bike Shop, Glasgow and Scotland for welcoming us! We love you!