Getting to grips with Hanoi’s chequered history is a complicated and sometimes sobering experience, so consider debriefing over a meal at nearby T.U.N.G Dining, a MICHELIN-listed in the MICHELIN Guide Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City 2023. The acronym stands for twisted, unique, natural, and gastronomic, which covers the culinary philosophy of the head chef (who uncoincidentally is called Hoang Tung). His 20-course tasting menu serves minimalist dishes that “explode with every bite,” wrote our inspectors.

I also have the impression that local Vietnamese are still hesitant to pay a premium for elevated Vietnamese food, while they are less cautious about spending money when visiting a steakhouse. However, the combination of great ingredients, creativity, service, and presentation needed to bring Vietnamese cuisine to the fine dining category can only be achieved if local customers are willing to pay more for this elevated experience. The Michelin Guide could help change this dynamic, and that’s not a minor detail: locals are the foundation of a food scene, not tourists.

Nestled in the heart of Hanoi and just a few steps away from St. Joseph’s Cathedral and Hoan Kiem lake, T.U.N.G Dining is no stranger to Vietnam’s gastronomic dining scene. Opening its doors in December 2018, T.U.N.G stands for “Twisted, Unique, Natural and Gastronomique” and not only represents the establishment’s philosophy in providing an unparalleled culinary experience using fresh local ingredients but also a testament to the innovation and creativity it brings to its seasonal 18-course dinners.

Ladies and gents, T.U.N.G Dining just happens to be one of my favorite restaurants anywhere in the world — and that’s saying something. First word of advice: arrive extremely hungry for this extravagance. It’s an 18-course set tasting menu of pure culinary bliss, but by the end of it, I was stuffed to the brim and could just manage to scoff down dessert.

Twist - Uniqueness - Nature - Cuisine" are the core values that T.U.N.G Dining has set from the beginning. This restaurant has breathed a fresh breeze in Hanoi's culinary scene by serving Nordic dishes with seasonal menus. Every meal at T.U.N.G is a fulfilling experience because each dish is a work of art full of creativity, color and confidence.

Price Range and Tips: Prices range from 1,500,000 to 3,000,000 VND (approximately $60 to $120). Booking ahead is essential, as this exclusive dining experience is often fully reserved. T.U.N.G Dining redefines the culinary scene in Hanoi with its focus on modern gastronomy and artistic tasting menus.

Incredibly, T.U.N.G Dining (2C Quang Trung, Hoan Kiem) already feels like a Hanoian fine dining institution. But T.U.N.G Dining only opened at the end of 2018. Back then, we asked whether the restaurant offered Vietnam’s most exciting culinary experience.

Speaking of, for an extraordinary 20-course meal, book a table at T.U.N.G Dining for a world-class gastronomic experience. In the mood for tapas?. Grab a table at El Loco Tapas Bar on West Lake in Tay Ho for an evening of Spanish food and sangria.

T.U.N.G dining is a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant that offers a unique twist on traditional dishes. The restaurant received its first Michelin list in 2023 and has been praised for its creative and innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine.

Quang Trung, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội Tuesday 6–11 PM Wednesday 6–11 PM Thursday 6–11 PM Friday 6–11 PM Saturday 6–11 PM Sunday 6–11 PM Monday Closed Phone number: 0859 933 970

Theo đuổi phong cách nhà hàng fine dining kiểu Bắc Âu với tiêu chí độc đáo, nguyên bản, T.U.N.G Dining là thể nghiệm của chàng bếp trưởng người Việt, tọa lạc ngay trung tâm Hà Nội, cách Nhà thờ Lớn chỉ vài bước chân.

Longstanding famous restaurants such as Bun Cha Obama (Bun Cha Huong Lien), Cha Ca Anh Vu, Oc Dao, and Oc Vi are also on the list, while luxury restaurants such as T.U.N.G dining, Lua, and Gia were also named.

T.U.N.G Dining is one of Hanoi’s most talked-about restaurants, offering seasonal tasting menus with bold and experimental flavors. Expect beautifully plated dishes and a stylish ambiance.