Hanoi’s Chicken Street: A place for food and fun

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Hanoi’s Chicken Street is a favorite evening spot for both locals and tourists (Source: Collected)

1. Overview of Hanoi’s Chicken Street

When discussing the fascinating street food scene in Hanoi, one must mention the BBQ Chicken Street in Hanoi, also known as Ly Van Phuc Street. This well-known evening spot for Hanoi’s youth is a small street of only 120 meters long and 6 meters wide, situated in O Cho Dua Ward. It is about 1 kilometer away from Hoan Kiem Lake and 1.2 kilometers away from the Train Street. 

Hanoi’s Chicken Street remains quiet during the day. From 4:30 PM to midnight, the street bursts into life with numerous stalls selling aromatic chicken barbecue. From grilled feet, wings, and thighs to ribs marinated with rich flavors, accompanied by baked honey bread, pickled morning glory, lemon tea, beer, and soft drinks, everything invites you to savor, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, and have a great time with friends.

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2. Best eateries to explore on Hanoi’s Chicken Street

A Hanoi street food tour would not be complete without trying the delightful chicken barbecue on Ly Van Phuc Street. Let’s explore two of the top BBQ chicken eateries on this street!

2.1. Thinh Vuong bbq chicken

• Address: No. 5, Ly Van Phuc Street, O Cho Dua Ward

• Opening hours: 10:30 AM – 1 PM | 4:30 PM – 11:30 PM

Thinh Vuong is one of the oldest places for grilled chicken on Hanoi’s Chicken Street, boasting over 25 years of history. Popular with both tourists and locals, the menu here features a variety of dishes, including grilled chicken feet, wings, ribs, gizzards, honey-baked bread, grilled sausages, honey-glazed sweet potatoes, fruits, and more. The eatery is also highly regarded for its spacious setting and attentive service.

Where to find the best grilled chicken wings in Hanoi? – Ly Van Phuc Street (Source: Collected)

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2.2. Viet Ha bbq chicken

• Address: No. 18, Ly Van Phuc Street, O Cho Dua Ward

• Opening hours: 4 PM – 11:30 PM

Another eatery on Hanoi’s Chicken Street for tasty grilled chicken is Viet Ha. It stands out with a diverse BBQ menu featuring grilled chicken feet, wings, thighs, pork ribs, skewers, grilled beef with vegetables, pork offals, and more, all at reasonable prices. On Foody, a popular food delivery mobile app in Vietnam, Viet Ha has received numerous five-star reviews for its quick service and delicious food.

The diverse menu of grilled dishes will satisfy all food lovers (Source: Collected)

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3. How to get to the Chicken Street in Hanoi?

To reach Hanoi’s Chicken Street with ease, you can hail a taxi or motorbike taxi, or use ride-hailing mobile apps like Xanh SM. For a more local experience, you can take the bus. Bus routes with stops near Ly Van Phuc Street include 143, 32, 34, 38, 09A, 09ACT, 23, 146, E02, and BRT01.

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4. What to explore near Hanoi’s Chicken Street?

To fully explore Hanoi, besides enjoying its cuisine, visitors should also spend time discovering attractions near Hanoi’s Chicken Street:

• Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum: Located at 66 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, this museum displays around 20,000 objects representing Vietnamese art from prehistoric times to the present day.

• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: Situated at 8 Hung Vuong Street, this is a significant historical symbol of Hanoi. Visitors can pay their respects, learn about President Ho Chi Minh’s life, admire the unique architecture, and watch flag-raising and flag-lowering ceremonies.

• Imperial Citadel of Thang Long: Located at 19 Hoang Dieu Street, this UNESCO World Heritage Site includes unique architectural remains and millions of valuable artifacts associated with the over-1,000-year history of Thang Long – Hanoi.
• Hanoi Train Street: This railway section attracts many tourists. With a narrow railway running between closely packed houses, you can stroll along to experience the local life or wait for the train to pass to take some stunning photos from a safe distance.

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Hanoi’s Chicken Street is a vibrant destination that offers a delightful culinary experience. With its mouth-watering grilled chicken and lively atmosphere, the street captures the essence of the local culture

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