12+ Best Chinese Restaurants in Hanoi for Authentic Flavors

Hanoi is home to countless dining options, but discovering authentic Chinese food in Hanoi can be a true culinary adventure. For those who love the flavors of dim sum, roasted duck, or wonton noodles, Joytime has curated a list of the top spots serving genuine Chinese cuisine. These restaurants promise to bring you an unforgettable experience filled with the rich taste of traditional Chinese dishes.

List of Famous Chinese Restaurants in Hanoi

1. John Anthony Cantonese Grill & Dimsum – Authentic Cantonese Cuisine with Cultural Touch

John Anthony Cantonese Grill & Dim Sum is a contemporary Cantonese restaurant located on the ground floor of the JW Marriott Hanoi hotel. A special highlight of John Anthony Cantonese Grill & Dim Sum is its first-of-its-kind wood-fired grill in Hanoi, used exclusively for preparing the renowned Peking roasted duck.

Price Range: Ranges from 98,000 VND/portion, suitable for the quality and ambiance of a high-end restaurant.

Signature Dishes: Peking roasted duck, Dim sum, barbecue pork belly (Cha siu), braised abalone chicken, bamboo fungus, passion fruit jelly, salty plum kumquat drink, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Anonymous customer: “The two staff members, Huong and Quynh, provided enthusiastic and attentive service from table reservation and dish selection to the meal. The private room space is spacious, with an airy balcony, suitable for intimate and private meals with family, relatives, or partners. The food is served meticulously and attractively.”

• Ms. Phuong Anh: “The restaurant has a beautiful view. Although I’m a picky eater, I found every dish delicious. Ha Trang and Thu Trang provided very enthusiastic service. Ha Trang even rolled the duck pancakes for my whole family.”

John Anthony Cantonese Grill & Dim Sum restaurant offers diners exquisite Cantonese dishes - Photo credit: Fanpage John Anthony Cantonese Grill & Dimsum.

2. Manwah – Taiwanese Hotpot with 80+ Ingredients

You are probably familiar with Manwah – a chain of restaurants specializing in Taiwanese hotpot, famous for having branches from the North to the South. This hotpot restaurant's design stands out with its luxurious and cozy space, imbued with cultural influences. When diners step inside, they can easily associate it with familiar scenes from Taiwanese idol dramas with classical motifs and traditional red hues.

Price Range: Manwah has many buffet price ranges for adults and children, suitable for various needs:

• Adult buffet: Includes packages of 269,000 VND, 329,000 VND, 419,000 VND, and 499,000 VND

• Children's buffet: Free for children under 1m, 40% discount for children from 1 - 1.3m, children from 1.3m and above are charged as adults.

In addition, diners can order dishes individually with prices ranging from 50,000 - 200,000 VND/dish.

Signature Dishes: Taiwanese hotpot with delicious broth, stewed from bones with traditional Taiwanese spices such as star anise, cinnamon, dried tangerine peel, etc. There are also familiar dipping ingredients such as fresh sliced beef, seafood, fish balls, tiger prawns, etc.

Manwah Tay Ho with luxurious space and attentive service - Photo credit: Fanpage Manwah

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Ms. Thuy Vu: "The space and location are extremely beautiful, luxurious, and romantic. The service staff is fast and enthusiastic, starting from the security guard. The buffet food is fresh and beautifully presented. A very worthy place to visit when in the Tay Ho area, Hanoi."

• Ms. Van Anh Pham: "The food is delicious, the space is wonderful. The staff is super enthusiastic and friendly. This is the restaurant with the best service among all the Golden Gate restaurants I've eaten at."

3. Fu Rong Hua – The Essence of Cantonese Cuisine

Fu Rong Hua is a restaurant specializing in Hong Kong cuisine with a luxurious, modern yet classic, and deeply Asian-inspired space in the heart of Hanoi. Located right in the central Hoan Kiem district, Fu Rong Hua impresses with a maximum capacity of up to 150 guests. The restaurant is famous for its Hong Kong-style grilled and steamed dishes with Cantonese secret marinating recipes, easily becoming "addictive" from the first try.

Price Range: 300,000 – 400,000 VND/person

Signature Dishes: Golden spring rolls, crab claws with garlic butter sauce, Hong Kong crispy skin roasted duck, dry noodles with shrimp and pork dumplings, noodles with roasted pork, stir-fried rice noodles with dried beef, Cantonese braised duck noodles, durian custard buns, abalone shumai, etc.

Fu Rong Hua restaurant's space is imbued with traditional Chinese style - Photo credit: Fanpage Fu Rong Hua

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Merlin Pham: "The food is very delicious and flavorful. We ordered a little of each dish, went with a large group to continuously change dishes to avoid getting tired of one flavor and to try many dishes. The space and atmosphere are good, no odors, clean, comfortable seating, good decor."

• Tran Hoang Anh: "Delicious food, cozy space, quite high price, however, the product quality is good."

4. Hutong – A Hotpot Paradise for Hong Kong Cuisine Lovers

Hutong, belonging to the famous culinary group Golden Gate Group, officially launched in 2018. It is known as a restaurant famous for its "numbingly spicy" Sichuan hotpot with 8 distinctive broth flavors. Regarding the atmosphere, Hutong impresses with a space that is like a miniature Hong Kong in the heart of the city, with gentle, melodious music and the aroma of Hong Kong hotpot spreading from each pot.

Price Range: From only 329,000 VND/person with set menus allowing free selection of hotpot ingredients according to preference.

Song Hy Set Menu for 2 - 3 people at Hutong - Photo credit: Fanpage Hutong

Signature Dishes: Characteristically numbingly spicy Sichuan hotpot with premium dipping ingredients: Australian Wagyu brisket, Wagyu beef chuck roll, Cloud Climbing prawns, sturgeon, Cordyceps militaris mushrooms, Snow Fungus. There are also side dishes such as five-flavor har gow, scallop har gow, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Le Ngoc: “Good service, delicious hotpot, reasonable price. I like the drink deal - 10,000 VND/person for unlimited thanh tra (sweet lime), salty plum tea, or coca.”

• Linh Tran: “The hotpot is quite good, the location is airy, and if you sit on the 2nd floor, there's a beautiful view overlooking Nguyen Khang riverside road. You should reserve a table in advance when going on weekends because the restaurant is always crowded. You should go in a group to order more dishes. There's a buffet option if students want to eat to their heart's content.”

• Pham Ngoc Ninh: “From the security guard to the staff, they are very enthusiastic and take care of you well. The typical spicy Chinese dipping sauce makes me lose my sense of taste.”

Hutong is known as a miniature Hong Kong in the heart of the city - Photo credit: Fanpage Hutong

5. Crystal Jade Restaurant – Famous for Its Signature Peking Duck

Crystal Jade Hong Kong Kitchen belongs to Crystal Jade - a global culinary group with more than 120 restaurants in 11 countries. Therefore, this is an ideal restaurant for diners who love a luxurious space and a standard international culinary experience. In particular, Crystal Jade Hong Kong Kitchen is also a Michelin-recognized brand with inherited traditional recipes, bringing authentic Hong Kong culinary flavors.

Price Range:

• Dim sum: From 69,000 VND/dish

• Hong Kong roasted duck: From 369,000 VND/dish

• Seafood: From 399,000 VND/dish

• Specialty stir-fried dishes: From 129,000 VND/dish

Signature Dishes: Authentic Hong Kong dim sum (har gow, shumai, shrimp rice noodle rolls), crispy-skinned Hong Kong roasted duck, fresh seafood prepared on the spot, garlic stir-fried chicken, satay stir-fried squid, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Anh Tran: “Beautifully designed space. The basic dishes are well-prepared, however, the Peking roasted duck isn't really outstanding. Rating 8/10.”

• Chien Nguyen: “The restaurant is located on the 4th floor of Lotte Tay Ho shopping center, with a menu featuring dishes originating from China. The restaurant is crowded, service is fast and enthusiastic, and professional.”

Crystal Jade Hong Kong Kitchen possesses a modern and luxurious space - Photo credit: Website Crystal Jade Palace Vietnam

6. Long Dinh Restaurant – A Classic Hong Kong-Style Restaurant in the Old Quarter

Long Dinh Restaurant is an ideal destination for those who love authentic Hong Kong cuisine. It boasts a menu with over 300 distinctive dishes for diners to freely choose from, from dim sum, BBQ roasted dishes to crispy golden fried dishes, etc. All are prepared by talented chefs with carefully selected ingredients to ensure the original, delicate Hong Kong flavors.

Price Range: Ranges from 50,000 - 200,000 VND/dish

Signature Dishes: Crab roe shumai, scallop and shrimp har gow, crispy fried bean curd rolls, Long Dinh roasted duck, Long Dinh crispy roasted pork, Chuka octopus salad, bitter melon salad with dried shrimp, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Phong Tran: "The restaurant is beautiful, mainly serving Hong Kong dishes. There are a few staff members so the service is a bit slow."

• Nguyen Giang: "Delicious, the custard buns and steamed chicken feet with black bean sauce are quite good."

• Lana Benet: "The restaurant is quite luxurious, quiet, and offers dedicated service. Native Chinese diners rate the food as very similar to authentic flavors, so I'm completely satisfied."

Long Dinh Restaurant with a clean, airy, and classic space - Photo credit: Fanpage Nha Hang Long Dinh

7. Phuc Huong Vien – A Premium Chinese Dining Experience

Phuc Huong Vien Restaurant is known as an authentic "Chinese culinary paradise" with meticulously prepared, standard-flavored dishes that satisfy even the most discerning food enthusiasts. It is known that the restaurant boasts a spacious, luxurious space with a capacity of up to 400 people and 17 private rooms, often being a gathering point for family parties, partner meetings, company year-end parties, and gatherings, etc.

Price Range: Approximately 300,000 – 400,000 VND/person

Signature Dishes: Peking roasted duck, Sichuan hotpot, steamed/fried dumplings, shrimp har gow, braised duck noodles, abalone with oyster sauce & various dim sum dishes, roasted dishes, steamed dishes.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Ms. Miu: "The restaurant has a very beautiful view, delicious and unique food. The prices are quite expensive, customers mainly come to entertain guests, each room has 2 table servers. Private, secluded, quiet rooms."

• Hiep Hoang Hao: "Spacious parking, beautiful view, cozy and luxurious space. Especially, the food is delicious, with a lot of specialty dishes."

The space imbued with traditional Chinese style of Phuc Huong Vien Restaurant - Photo credit: Fanpage Phuc Huong Vien

8. Tim Ho Wan – Michelin-Starred Dimsum Restaurant

The globally famous Dim Sum restaurant Tim Ho Wan is a must-visit destination for gourmets and lovers of authentic dim sum. It is known that Tim Ho Wan has achieved the prestigious Michelin title with the philosophy of "quality cuisine for everyone" along with the meticulousness and respect wrapped up in each dish.

Price Range: Ranges from 80,000 – 150,000 VND/dish, suitable for a high-quality dim sum meal.

Signature Dishes: Baked BBQ pork buns, steamed shrimp dumplings (har gow), beancurd skin rolls with shrimp and pork, steamed egg cake, lotus leaf-wrapped sticky rice, steamed chicken feet with black bean sauce, crispy fried taro cake, Hong Kong braised beef noodles, congee with pork and century egg, chrysanthemum jelly, mango pomelo Sago, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• HuangL Tr: “Tim Ho Wan is a great spot if you’re looking for classic dim sum that’s tasty, consistent, and affordable. The menu isn’t huge, but what they do offer, they do well.”

• Polly P: “Good Dim Sum original from Honkong.  Price not too high with 5 stars interior design and 5 stars services. Red pork baked bun is very good.”

The restaurant with the most luxurious space of the “world's cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant” - Photo credit: Fanpage Tim Ho Wan

9. My Tuong Vien – Cantonese Buffet with Over 60 Delicacies

My Tuong Vien is a long-standing restaurant in Hanoi that pursues high-end Cantonese cuisine, offering diners a superior culinary experience with each dish being meticulously and delicately prepared. With an open kitchen as a unique highlight, diners can admire the chef's culinary talents while enjoying their meal, bringing a perfect combination for the senses.

Price Range: Ranges from 300,000 - 400,000 VND/person

Signature Dishes: Cantonese Dim Sum, Beef & BBQ Pork Rice Noodle Rolls, Ba Vuong Chicken, Curry Squid Tentacles, Peking Roasted Duck, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Michael: “Food: salty and lacking Chinese flavors, Fu Rong Hua or Crystal Jade are much better at the same price point.”

• Sasuketamin: “The restaurant is quite crowded but the space is large so it doesn't feel stuffy. Convenient location, it's quite nice to sit and eat while watching the street. I rate the food as quite expensive for the price range, but you can consider this as the cost of sitting at a restaurant with a central location like this.”

The open kitchen allows diners to easily admire the chef's culinary talents - Photo credit: Fanpage My Tuong Vien

10. Sui Cao De Nhat Dong Bac – Authentic Northeastern Chinese Dumplings & Noodles

Sui Cao De Nhat Dong Bac is a long-standing restaurant with more than 20 years in the Chinese culinary scene in Hanoi. From a roadside eatery, Sui Cao De Nhat Dong Bac has grown to become a familiar address for those who love authentic Chinese flavors, with a capacity of over 50 guests.

Price Range: Ranges from 40,000 VND – 120,000 VND/dish, suitable for a wide range of diners.

Signature Dishes: Shrimp and pork dumplings, spicy and numbing stir-fried beef, Sichuan tofu, stir-fried stomach with chili/mushrooms, Teppanyaki beef, stir-fried pork with soybean paste, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Hanh Nguyen: “The place with the best Sichuan tofu in my opinion. The other dishes are all decent and edible. On cold days, just a plate of tofu is enough to eat 3 bowls of rice.”

• Thu Ha: “This restaurant has been around for a long time, about 20 years ago, now coming back to eat, the seating area is airier. The menu is also cheap. Dumplings are 45,000 VND/serving. The stir-fried stomach was tough, the other dishes were average.”

Sui Cao De Nhat Dong Bac is a place that preserves the essence of authentic Chinese cuisine - Photo credit: Fanpage Sui Cao De Nhat Dong Bac

11. Kieu Hoa Quan – Traditional, Flavorful Dim Sum

Kieu Hoa Quan stands out with its modern Chinese space, featuring a luxurious yet cozy and welcoming design. The restaurant is run by experienced Vietnamese chefs who have worked at prestigious hotels such as Marriott and Nikko Ciputra Club, ensuring delicate, authentic Chinese flavors.

Price Range:

• Main dishes range from 95,000 VND – 250,000 VND/dish

• Dim sum/steamed dishes range from 55,000 VND – 120,000 VND/dish

• Family & group combos start from 499,000 VND for 4 - 6 people

Signature Dishes: Peking Roasted Duck, premium dim sum (shrimp har gow, crab shumai, custard buns, etc), shrimp with salted egg mayonnaise sauce, Chinese herbal chicken soup, Sichuan hot pot, seafood stir-fried noodles, etc.

Actual Reviews from Customers

• Mike Nguyen: “Introduced and highly praised by former colleagues, but my experience was only decent.”

• Dang Tran Hoang: “Spacious, has an elevator, the 2nd floor has a very airy view. Diverse food, prepared in Hong Kong style, so it’s very soft and delicious. Notable dishes include roast duck, scallop and shrimp har gow, braised chicken feet, soft tofu, beancurd skin rolls.”

• Minh Hue Vu: “Everything is delicious, but I forgot to take pictures later because I was busy eating, 10000 points, no complaints. Many delicious and familiar dishes like home-cooked meals.”

Delicious Hong Kong-style dishes at Kieu Hoa Quan - Photo credit: Fanpage Kieu Hoa Quan

12. Hanoi’s Chinese Food Streets – A Haven for Affordable and Tasty Chinese Dishes

You don’t have to travel all the way to China; right in the heart of Hanoi, you can easily find delicious, authentic Chinese food in bustling food streets. Not only Chinese cuisine, these streets also bring a blend of diverse culinary cultures combined from Chinese, Korean, Japanese, to Vietnamese.

• Hang Buom Food Street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter - A street food paradise with a strong Asian flavor, offering a rich menu from dim sum, har gow, wonton noodles, BBQ pork buns, etc. The ideal time to stroll and enjoy food here is from 6 pm to 10 pm every day.

• Ao Sen Alley can be considered a cheap food paradise for students with Chinese dishes like Yangzhou fried rice, wonton, Chongqing spicy beef noodles, etc., prices ranging from only 30,000 – 70,000 VND/portion.

• Gia Lam Food Street - A new destination for Chinese food lovers with a diverse menu such as roast duck dry noodles, Sichuan tofu, etc.

• Alley 67 Phung Khoang with cheap sidewalk stalls selling sweet and sour mixed noodles, soy sauce chicken feet, Yangzhou fried rice. Prices range from only 35,000 – 80,000 VND, very suitable for students’ budgets.

13. Exploring Authentic Chinese Cuisine in Hanoi

With elaborate preparation, strict requirements for fresh ingredients, and the delicate harmony between various spices, Chinese cuisine has been conquering many diners in Hanoi. Did you know that each region of China brings a distinct culinary style?

For example, Sichuan stands out with its spicy and numbing flavors, while Cantonese is characterized by its light and delicate taste. To help you easily choose according to your personal taste, below is a breakdown of Chinese cuisine by typical regions, along with suggestions for reputable restaurants in Hanoi.

Do you love the cuisine of a particular region in China - The spicy and numbing of Sichuan, the light and subtle of Cantonese, or the dumplings and buns characteristic of North and Northeast China? Rest assured that Hanoi has plenty of options for you to fully explore the essence of authentic Chinese cuisine with the 12 distinctive restaurants recommended by Joytime. And if you want to embark on a Hanoi Chinese culinary exploration with authentic flavors, come to Joytime for our unique food tours!