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The East, Hanoi: Vietnamese Cuisine Honoured with a Michelin Bib Gourmand

The East – The Taste of Indochine

On Tong Duy Tan Street, in the heart of Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem district, The East presents what it calls “the quintessence of Vietnam cuisine.” The restaurant’s philosophy is rooted in the rich history of Indochinese cooking: food that moves from street stalls to elegant tables while retaining its honest, natural flavour. The kitchen focuses on beautiful dishes that appeal to a sense of the divine, without overwhelming the inherent taste of the ingredients. That approach earned the restaurant a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2026, a recognition of good quality cooking at a good value.

The East Tonkin – Balance for Perfection

Just a short walk away, at 11-13 Hang Mam, The East Tonkin explores the traditions of Northern Vietnamese cuisine under a guiding principle: balance. Here, flavour walks a line between delicacy and boldness. Sophistication honours ingredients rather than masking them, and each plate brings together salty, sweet, sour and spicy in graceful harmony. A complete meal includes rice and soup, alongside both savoury meat and vegetarian dishes – a reflection of how Hanoians have long preserved elegance at the dinner table, nourishing body and soul alike.

A Taste of Hanoi’s Culinary Heritage

Both venues are open seven days a week, serving lunch and dinner. The East also offers cooking classes, inviting guests to learn the techniques behind its Vietnamese cuisine. Whether you visit the original location or the Tonkin outpost, you will find a thoughtful, balanced expression of Vietnam’s culinary traditions – one that has quietly earned international recognition.