I had a lovely time at MẸT Vietnamese restaurant! The food was quite good, especially loved the fresh fruit bowl and the iced coffee was perfect. The service was excellent, very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was also very pleasant and inviting. I'd definitely recommend checking it out!

MẸT Vietnamese restaurant & Vegetarian Food 1 - Vietnamese restaurant in Hanoi
About This Place
A rare 4.9-star Vietnamese vegetarian restaurant steps from Hoàn Kiếm Lake, drawing locals and visitors alike with plant-based takes on classic Hà Nội dishes.
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We had dinner here today and it was an absolutely wonderful experience! A very special thank you to Teddy, who made our evening truly memorable. My son has a gluten allergy, and Teddy went above and beyond to make sure his meal was completely gluten-free. He took the time to explain everything, showed us how the dishes were prepared, and made us feel completely safe and cared for. He was incredibly kind, friendly, and attentive throughout the entire evening. He recommended delicious dishes, chatted with us, and was genuinely interested in learning a few words in Polish, which made the experience even more personal and enjoyable. Despite providing such exceptional service, he remained very humble and modest. The food was absolutely outstanding: fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Combined with Teddy’s exceptional hospitality, this was one of the best dining experiences we’ve had. Thank you, Teddy, for your kindness and professionalism. We hope your manager knows what an amazing employee you are. We will definitely come back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the area!
We were set on this because of the hypes but they were hits and misses. And, this is a tourist trap. Everything is pretty high compared with ither competitors, between at least 50-75% higher. Here are the scoops: 1. Drinks: for examples, coconut: đ75k vs đ40k or less; coca cola: đ35k vs đ20k. So almost 75% more. 2. Ha Noi traditional with grilled pork: 1/5 - this is sacred so you just can call the traditional but you just cook and serve differently. My dish was not what I expected and craved for. The pork slices and pork patty were not grilled, and served on a bed of bean sprouts in a skillet... the grill is the secret for the flavors besides the marinade ... so disappointed. 3. Sweet and sour chicken OR beef: 1/5 - super sweet. Definitely not northern tastes. So westernized Chinese style. 4. Salads: 3/5 - sweeter than I would expect but no biggies. 5. Egg rolls: 3/5 - good but somewhere else is better. 6. Fried rice: 3/5 - good. Small portion for the price. 7. Beef rolled with betel leaves: 5/5 - delicious, great flavors and juicy texture. 8. Fried minced pork in lemongrass: 5/5 -delicious, great flavors and juicy texture. 9. Beef fried chopped steak (wrong translation...): 2/5 - was ok.... 10. Tilapia in passionfruit sauce 2.5/5 - was ok. I dont think it is a traditional way to cook any kind of fish in Northern culinary... 11. Braised pork belly with eggs: 2/5 - it was soupy, lacked of flavors, the pork was very chewy... another disappointing dish that you just can't mess up with the comfort dish. 12. Grilled in bamboo tube: 3/5 - just good cuz it dont see any special about the taste other than cooked in a bamboo tube... Service: The kids work pretty hard and nice. This place again is totally a tourist trap. You pay alot more for not so authentic Ha Noi cruisines ...
flavorful, and authentic—every dish we ordered was delicious. The portions were generous, and everything came out hot and beautifully presented. A special shoutout to our server, Clark, who made our visit even better. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. His excellent service and welcoming attitude really stood out. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great Vietnamese food and outstanding service!
You have to put your name and number of person on the list at the front door and you enter when they call your name. Very tasty food and quick serve. Best taste of all Hanoi. Clean place and attentive staff. The dessert was delicious, caramen and passion fruit mousse were so good. The sauteed beef with fresh mushrooms was a little bit spicy, but I enjoyed every bite. The squid braised in coconut water comes with steam rice.
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Frequently Asked
- Does MẸT Vietnamese restaurant & Vegetarian Food 1 serve vegetarian and vegan food?
- MẸT specializes entirely in vegetarian and vegan Vietnamese food, offering plant-based takes on classic Hà Nội dishes rather than temple fare or afterthought salads.
- How is MẸT Vietnamese restaurant & Vegetarian Food 1 rated?
- MẸT holds a 4.9-star rating across more than 30,000 Google reviews, one of the highest ratings among Hà Nội restaurants.
- Where is MẸT Vietnamese restaurant & Vegetarian Food 1 located?
- MẸT sits on Hàng Trống in the Old Quarter, steps from Hoàn Kiếm Lake and Ngọc Sơn Temple.
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