The short answer
Huong Thien Vegetarian Buffet, Xa Dan: what visitors should know first
Good value for vegetarians who want choice, if you are comfortable going a little outside the Old Quarter. Watch the lunch and dinner windows. Confirm first.
Useful facts
Huong Thien Vegetarian Buffet, Xa Dan facts at a glance
- Location
- 261 Xa Dan, Dong Da
- Dining style
- Vegetarian buffet, 100+ dishes
- Price signal
- 109,000 VND adult; 60,000 VND child (one guide)
- Signature order
- Try: tofu dishes and soups first
- Good for
- Families, groups, budget
Why it matters
Why Huong Thien Vegetarian Buffet, Xa Dan is worth your time
For a family with several vegetarians, a large buffet at a fixed price is hard to beat for value, and it allows each person to choose without negotiating the menu.
Huong Thien sits among Hanoi's neighbourhood vegetarian buffets, which exist in large part for local Buddhist diners. That makes it a way to see ordinary vegetarian eating rather than a tourist version. Treat prices as indicative. Confirm the details locally before you travel.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
100+ dishes
A wide spread, so pace yourself.
- 02
Child pricing
A lower price for children; free under 1 m.
- 03
Mock-meat dishes
Common in Vietnamese vegetarian cooking.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
One guide describes Huong Thien as a Vietnamese vegetarian buffet with more than 100 dishes, including mock-meat items. Start with soups, tofu and greens before trying the substitutes, which can be heavier.
The fixed price per adult and lower child price make it convenient for families. The page does not say whether dishes contain egg, so ask if that matters.
Take a taxi rather than walking from the Old Quarter. Arrive near the start of service for freshest dishes, and bring a map pin in Vietnamese for the driver. Go with a plan.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Arrive within service windows
- Take a taxi
- Ask about egg
- Confirm price
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- 261 Xa Dan, Dong Da
- Time needed
- About 1 hour
- Best time
- Lunch 11:00 to 14:00 or dinner 18:00 to 21:00, per one guide
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- No details on steps or seating found. It is south-west of the centre, so take a taxi. The buffet involves walking between counters; with a large range, older travellers can ask staff to point out lighter dishes.
- Tickets and access
- One guide lists 109,000 VND per adult, 60,000 VND per child and free entry under 1 metre. Confirm before going.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
No details on steps or seating found. It is south-west of the centre, so take a taxi. The buffet involves walking between counters; with a large range, older travellers can ask staff to point out lighter dishes.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is it fully vegetarian?
The guide describes it as a vegetarian buffet.
What does it cost?
109,000 VND per adult and 60,000 VND per child, per one guide.
When is it open?
Lunch 11:00 to 14:00 and dinner 18:00 to 21:00, per one guide.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
