Namaste Hanoi - Indian restaurant in Hanoi
About This Place
On Tho Nhuom Street just south of Hoan Kiem Lake, Namaste Hanoi occupies a position that few Indian restaurants in the city can claim: over 5,200 Google reviews and a 4.5-star average that holds across a substantial sample. That kind of rating density signals a place that handles consistency well, not just occasional brilliance.
The restaurant operates at the intersection of Indian and Indian Muslim cuisine — a distinction that matters in Hanoi, where halal fine dining options are limited. The Indian Muslim angle broadens the menu's range, incorporating dishes rooted in the culinary traditions of South and Southeast Asian Muslim communities alongside the subcontinental staples most diners expect.
The fine dining designation sets it apart from the cluster of casual Indian spots that have appeared around the Old Quarter. The setting and service are calibrated toward longer meals — the kind suited to business dinners or evenings when the occasion calls for something more composed than a quick curry. It draws a mix of expats, tourists with prior knowledge of Indian food, and Hanoians looking for something beyond Vietnamese or East Asian options.
Hoan Kiem has no shortage of restaurants competing for the attention of visitors staying near the lake, but the combination of halal certification, a fine dining format, and a review count that dwarfs most competitors gives Namaste Hanoi a specific niche. For travelers or residents who prioritize halal food without wanting to compromise on atmosphere or service standards, the options at this address level are narrow — which helps explain the sustained volume of reviews over time.
What to order at Namaste Hanoi
Minced Mutter Sandwich
310k VND
Minced spiced meat cooked with green peas, served with soft pav bread.
Mutton Kothu Parotta
304k VND
Shredded pieces of tawa paratha pounded with mutton and spices.
Prawn Koliwada
257k VND
Crispy, deep-fried prawns marinated in spicy Mumbai-style batter. Bold, tangy flavors with a hint of garlic and chili.
Prawn Dosa
251k VND
Crispy dosa filled with spicy, juicy prawns.
Chicken Kothu Parotta
251k VND
Shredded pieces of tawa paratha pounded with chicken and spices.
Full menu below · prices in VND.
Visiting Namaste Hanoi
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Open late: Doors stay open past 0 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.
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Menu starts from: 26k VND, based on 100 priced items on the public menu.
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Reservations: Call +84 904 224 400 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: date night, group dinner, business lunch, special occasion.
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Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.
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Frequently Asked
- Is Namaste Hanoi halal?
- Namaste Hanoi is halal-certified, offering Indian Muslim cuisine alongside standard Indian dishes — one of the few fine dining venues in Hanoi with this distinction.
- What type of cuisine does Namaste Hanoi serve?
- Namaste Hanoi serves Indian and Indian Muslim cuisine, drawing on culinary traditions from South and Southeast Asian Muslim communities alongside subcontinental staples.
- Is Namaste Hanoi good for a business dinner or special occasion?
- The fine dining format, composed service, and Hoan Kiem location make Namaste Hanoi well-suited to business dinners and occasions that call for a more formal setting than a casual curry spot.
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