Hue Imperial City – A Journey To Discover Street Food Culture

Hue’s street food is a vivid reflection of the city’s deep cultural roots and refined identity. According to researchers, out of over 1,700 Vietnamese dishes, Hue claims more than 1,300, a testament to its extraordinary culinary richness. Although rooted in humble folk cuisine, Hue’s dishes have been elevated by the influence of royal culinary traditions, maintaining a sense of sophistication and elegance in both preparation and presentation.

Among them, 𝐁𝐮́𝐧 𝐁𝐨̀ 𝐇𝐮𝐞̂́ stands as an iconic symbol — a dish that once moved legendary chef Anthony Bourdain to declare: “This is the best soup I’ve ever had!” With a broth rich in pork and beef bones, infused with lemongrass, fiery chili, and fermented shrimp paste, and accompanied by colorful fresh herbs and hearty toppings, this dish is a full-bodied expression of Hue’s spirit.

Beyond bún bò, Hue enchants visitors with humble yet flavorful dishes like cơm hến (clam rice), bánh bèo (steamed rice cakes), bánh lọc, bánh nậm, nem lụi (lemongrass skewers), and sweet treats like chè sen (lotus seed sweet soup) and chè đậu ngự (imperial bean dessert). These small, artfully presented portions capture the local philosophy of “eating to savor, not to fill.”

In 2023, Hue proudly ranked among the “𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝” 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐬, a clear affirmation of its unique culinary appeal.

𝐀𝐭 Streetside 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, we honor and revive the essence of Hue cuisine with authenticity, harmony, and soul. Every bowl of bún bò, every plate of traditional cake served here is true to its original flavor and carries the spirit of the ancient capital.

Come and experience the unforgettable taste of Hue at Streetside Dining, located at 25 Hang Ga Street, where the flavors of a timeless Hue await in a space full of nostalgia.

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Streetside Dining – The rhythm of street flavors

25 Hang Ga street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.

+84 911 04 9955

info@streetsidedining.com