The Story

About This Place

Hàng Bông street cuts through the commercial heart of Hoan Kiem, and Red Chilli Indian Restaurant has held its ground here long enough to accumulate over 800 Google reviews at a 4.4 average — a rare consistency for a foreign-cuisine restaurant in a district dominated by Vietnamese staples and tourist-facing pho joints. The draw is straightforward: a kitchen focused on North Indian cooking, anchored by the familiar range of curries, tandoor breads, and rice dishes that Indian food in Southeast Asia tends to hinge on. Butter chicken and naan are the expected pillars, and the crowd reflects the location — a mix of expat residents, South Asian visitors looking for a reliable fix, and travellers staying in the Old Quarter who want a break from banh mi and bun cha. The setting is relaxed without being particularly atmospheric; the value is in the cooking rather than the room. What distinguishes Red Chilli from the handful of Indian options scattered around the Old Quarter is simply track record — the review volume suggests a kitchen that performs consistently rather than one riding a recent wave of attention. For anyone based near Hoan Kiem wanting Indian food without commuting to Tay Ho, this is the most-tested option in the neighbourhood.

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Menu Highlights

What to order at Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

  • Tandoori Chicken Full at Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

    Tandoori Chicken Full

    320k VND

    Whole chicken. Marinated with spices and grilled in the Tandoo oven. Delicious dish.

  • Tangri kabab - 8 pics at Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

    Tangri kabab - 8 pics

    290k VND

  • Lamb Curry at Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

    Lamb Curry

    280k VND

    Bữa thali đặc biệt với thịt cừu đậm đà, ăn kèm bánh chapati mềm mại. thêm 1 hộp cơm. có salad kèm theo, có raita (sữa ch

  • Mushroom Matar at Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

    Mushroom Matar

    250k VND

    Mushroom matar is a naturally vegan curry made with a delicious mix of mushrooms and spices in a creamy, spicy tomato sa

  • Mutton Handi at Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

    Mutton Handi

    250k VND

    Ingredients: Lamb, Egg, Curry, Indian Spices

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Visit Tips

Visiting Red Chilli Indian Restaurant

  • Open late: Doors stay open past 0 AM on at least one day — handy for after-work dinners.

  • Menu starts from: 15k VND, based on 100 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 913 461 176 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: group dinner, date night, tourist area dining, solo traveller meal.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What cuisine does Red Chilli Indian Restaurant serve?
Red Chilli Indian Restaurant focuses on North Indian cooking, with curries, tandoor breads, and rice dishes as the core of the menu. Butter chicken and naan are the standout pillars.
Where is Red Chilli Indian Restaurant located?
Red Chilli Indian Restaurant is on Hàng Bông street in Hoan Kiem, in the heart of the Old Quarter.
How well-reviewed is Red Chilli Indian Restaurant?
Red Chilli Indian Restaurant has a 4.4-star rating across over 826 Google reviews, making it one of the most-reviewed Indian restaurants in Hoan Kiem.
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