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Cha Ca Thang Long restaurant - Tumeric Fish

 Hanoi - Hanoi is known for its rich culinary scene, and one restaurant that stands out for its delicious food and stunning decor is Cha Ca Thong Long. Located in the heart of the city, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Cha Ca Thang Long

The restaurant is named after its signature dish, Cha Ca, which is a Vietnamese-style fish dish that is cooked with turmeric and dill, and served with vermicelli noodles, peanuts, and herbs. Cha Ca Thong Long has been serving this dish for over 100 years, and it is widely regarded as the best in the city.

Cha Ca dish cooking over a hot stove

The secret to the deliciousness of Cha Ca Thong Long's Cha Ca lies in the freshness of the ingredients. The fish used in the dish is sourced daily from local markets, and the turmeric and dill are hand-picked from nearby farms. The result is a dish that is bursting with flavor and aroma, and is unlike anything you've ever tasted before.

Rice noodles for the Cha Ca

The waiter showed us how to eat Cha Ca - after the dill and vegetables have been mixed with the Cha Ca and cooked.  Take a chopstick full of rice noodle and put into your bowl, put some cooked fish and Dill into my bowl, add spring onion and peanuts, then lastly the smelly fermented shrimp sauce (Nam Tom).

But Cha Ca Thong Long isn't just about the food - the decor of the restaurant is also a major draw for diners. The interior is designed to evoke the atmosphere of a traditional Vietnamese home, with wooden furniture, ceramic tiles, and colorful lanterns. The walls are adorned with old photographs and artwork that tell the story of the restaurant's history and heritage.

It was a great time with good friends, delicious food and beautiful decor.

Lesley, Willy and Edmund

In addition to its famous Cha Ca, Cha Ca Thong Long also offers a range of other dishes that showcase the best of Vietnamese cuisine. From crispy spring rolls to savory stir-fried beef with lemongrass, there is something for everyone on the menu.

Deep fried spring roll

The last dish was the Fish head cooked in Tumeric and pineapple soup and lots of Leeks.

Cha Ca soup

All in all, a meal at Cha Ca Thong Long is not just a culinary experience, but also an aesthetic one. The combination of delicious food and stunning decor makes this restaurant a must-visit for anyone traveling to Hanoi. So, whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or just looking for a unique dining experience, be sure to add Cha Ca Thong Long to your itinerary.


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