About this spot
Au O is one of the best spots in French Quarter (Hoan Kiem), Hanoi. If locals are sitting on plastic stools eating here at 7am, you should be too.
💡 Tips before you go
- Tiny plastic stools = the best food in Vietnam
- Point at what others are eating if you're not sure
- Cash for everything — ATMs are plentiful
- "Cho toi cai nay" (give me this) while pointing
Common Questions
Where is Au O?
It's in French Quarter (Hoan Kiem), Hanoi. Address: Phố Lý Thường Kiệt, 15, Hà Nội
Do I need reservations?
Street food: never. Just sit down at an empty stool. Upscale restaurants: call ahead.
About this page
Restaurant: Au O
Cuisine: vietnamese
Location: French Quarter (Hoan Kiem), Hanoi, Vietnam
Source: Curated from local review platforms