Nhất Tín

Start with the bún bò Huế at Nhất Tín. One diner who had visited several times singled it out as a favourite: a bowl with a carefully made broth, saté blended through it, and a balance of sourness and heat. It is listed at ¥1,050. For a different take on noodles, phở bò with beef costs ¥1,000, while bún cá with fish is ¥1,050.

For something other than noodles served in broth, try bún đậu mắm tôm, described on the menu as a northern Vietnamese speciality. It pairs fine rice vermicelli with fried tofu and fermented shrimp paste sauce, and costs ¥950. Other options include rice porridge with offal for ¥950 and bún for ¥1,100, so there is more to choose from than the familiar phở.

One diner who ordered fried spring rolls alongside phở also enjoyed the meal’s spiced flavours. Spring rolls and small plates offer a way to add variety to the table.

Drinks include Hanoi beer, 333 beer and bottled Asahi, as well as non-alcoholic options. Draft beer is available by the glass or pitcher, a convenient choice when sharing several dishes.