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About This Place

On Hàng Hòm street in Hanoi's Phố Cổ, Rk Spice Indian Restaurant has accumulated one of the highest review counts of any Indian restaurant in northern Vietnam — 7,595 Google reviews at a 4.7 average signals something beyond tourist novelty. The Old Quarter address puts it within walking distance of Hoan Kiem Lake and the dense cluster of heritage streets that draw both international visitors and Hanoi residents looking for a break from Vietnamese staples.

Indian cuisine remains comparatively rare in Hanoi relative to Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoan Kiem's options are limited, which likely explains the sustained volume of feedback. Diners seeking subcontinental flavors — the depth of spiced gravies, bread-based sides, and the aromatic range that defines northern and southern Indian cooking — have few alternatives in this part of the city.

The Hàng Hòm location sits in a commercial stretch of the old trading quarter, where narrow shophouse facades give way to densely packed dining rooms. The setting is practical rather than scenographic, suited to the rhythm of the neighborhood: groups moving between sights, couples extending an evening, travelers who want something substantively different from the pho and bun cha that dominate the surrounding streets. The review count alone marks it as an established fixture rather than a transient opening, and the rating has held across a large enough sample to carry real weight.

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Menu Highlights

What to order at Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

  • Kadhai Paneer at Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

    Kadhai Paneer

    240k VND

  • Palak paneer at Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

    Palak paneer

    240k VND

  • Paneer butter masala at Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

    Paneer butter masala

    230k VND

    paneer cooked with gravy and add some spices and fresh cream and butter

  • Shahi Paneer at Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

    Shahi Paneer

    230k VND

  • Mixed Vegetables at Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

    Mixed Vegetables

    220k VND

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Visit Tips

Visiting Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem

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

  • Menu starts from: 20k VND, based on 87 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 988 189 802 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: group dinner, date night, tourist dining, special occasion.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Is Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem worth visiting for authentic Indian food?
With 7,595 Google reviews at a 4.7 average, it ranks among the highest-rated Indian restaurants in northern Vietnam, suggesting consistent quality across a large sample.
Where is Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem located?
It sits on Hàng Hòm street in Hanoi's Old Quarter, within walking distance of Hoan Kiem Lake.
Is Rk Spice Indian Restaurant Hanoi Hoan Kiem a good option for travelers tired of Vietnamese food?
Indian restaurants are comparatively rare in Hoan Kiem, making Rk Spice one of few places in the area offering spiced gravies, breads, and the aromatic range of subcontinental cooking as an alternative to phở and bún chả.
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