Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, has limited halal food options with approximately 50 halal restaurants. Muslim travelers need to plan meals carefully in this historic city. Discover more halal dining options. Explore halal food for more information.
Best Areas for Halal Food
Near Al-Noor Mosque
Hanoi’s Muslim area:
- Halal restaurants nearby
- Community center
- Best halal concentration
- Local Muslim food
Old Quarter
Tourist center:
- Some halal restaurants
- Indian restaurants
- Near attractions
- Limited but available
West Lake Area
Upscale district:
- Some international halal
- Hotel dining options
- Fewer local options
Must-Try Halal Hanoi
Halal Pho: At certified restaurants only
Bun Cha: Grilled pork dish - NOT halal (avoid)
Seafood: Fresh and naturally halal
Vegetarian Vietnamese: Safe alternative
Recommended Restaurants
Halal restaurants near mosque: Authentic options
Indian restaurants: Reliable halal in Old Quarter
Malaysian restaurants: Familiar halal cuisine
Hotel dining: Can arrange halal meals
Al-Noor Mosque
Hanoi’s main mosque:
- Central community location
- Halal food information
- Prayer facilities
- Modest dress required
Tourist Attraction Tips
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: Very limited nearby, eat before Temple of Literature: Limited options, pack snacks Hoan Kiem Lake: Some halal in Old Quarter nearby Ha Long Bay: Pack all food for cruise
Day Trip Planning
Ha Long Bay: Most cruises NOT halal
- Book Muslim-friendly cruise specifically
- Or pack all your own food
- Verify meal arrangements in advance
Ninh Binh: Very limited halal
- Pack food for day trip
- Beautiful scenery worth planning for
Practical Tips
- Plan ahead: Limited options require planning
- Mosque area: Best halal concentration
- Indian food backup: Reliable alternative
- Fish sauce: Very common, always ask
- Ha Long Bay: Book halal cruise or pack food
- Vegetarian safe: When halal unavailable