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Buddhist art and statues infuse the space at Ưu Đàm with a calming, Zen atmosphere. Combining Vietnamese, Western and Thai influences, the vegetarian menu is anchored in tradition but is also mindful of nutritional balance. The stir-fried mushrooms and tofu paired with a crisp girdle cake is mildly spicy with complex layers of flavours; top-notch fresh ingredients shine throughout. The juice-based cocktails complete the vibrant, nutrient-rich meal.

Tucked away in a narrow side street, Habakuk is easy to miss. By day, it's a specialty coffee shop serving single-origin brews and a small brunch menu. In the evening, it's a modern bistro featuring a concise European menu with Mediterranean influences. The dishes are confidently crafted, beautifully presented and rich in flavour; the service is warm and attentive. Try the homemade pasta with options to suit meat, seafood and vegetarian preferences.

Housed in a century-old villa, Hà Thành Mansion spans three uniquely designed floors, each radiating artistic charm. The diverse menu, crafted with locally sourced ingredients to guarantee freshness, celebrates Northern Vietnamese cuisine. Standout dishes include the grilled black pork with galangal, notable for its golden crust and hint of ginger. The cocktail bar at the entrance is the perfect spot for a drink before or after your meal.

Spread over three floors, chef Madame Binh's venture in Hanoi opened its doors in 2018. It serves a similar menu to its sister establishment in Da Nang, but with a bigger selection plus seasonal offerings. The chef excels in imbuing traditional Vietnamese fare with unique character. Try her Sapa's pork belly dipped in herbal sauce, grilled to perfection and served with mắc mật leaves that cut through the richness and enliven the flavours.

Vien, meaning "harmonious circle", celebrates happiness, abundance and the roots of traditional Vietnamese culture. Made with local ingredients, regional specialities are given a modern twist by a creative young team of chefs. Diners can observe the open kitchen on the ground floor or relax in one of the intimate private rooms upstairs. Choose à la carte or opt for the seasonal set menu (pre-booking required), and don't miss the refreshing house-made Junbucha.

This is among the busiest shops in the area because of its steamed rice rolls known as bánh cuốn. Rice noodle sheets are steamed to order and then wrapped around minced shiitake and pork. They also sell bún chả, or grilled pork noodles.

A neon sign in the upstairs window is the clue to finding this modern-day bistro, tucked away on the 2nd floor of a nondescript building. Abri is French for shelter and the restaurant imbues a sense of cosy luxury. The open kitchen takes centre stage and four huge crystal chandeliers hang from the ceiling. The chef delivers virtuoso cuisine using French techniques and Vietnamese ingredients. For the full experience, opt for the 7-course menu.