La Table Hanoia (Press Club)
Hanoi
At a glance
La Table Hanoia, located in the distinguished French Quarter of Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, presents an elegant intersection of French and Vietnamese cultures manifesting through gastronomy, art, and craftsmanship. This venue offers a dining experience where traditional elements meet contemporary creativity. Every dish served here is designed to reflect a harmonious blend of classic techniques and innovative interpretations.
Positioned within the architectural elegance of the Press Club building on P. Lý Đạo Thành, the restaurant caters to diverse preferences through its offerings of both open dining areas and private rooms accommodating 2 to 20 guests. The ambiance is crafted to be intimate and serene, ideal for private gatherings, exclusive events, or a quiet dinner with close friends.
The culinary philosophy at La Table Hanoia focuses on utilizing seasonal ingredients, ensuring that the flavors are fresh, balanced, and thoughtfully presented. Patrons can explore a menu that changes with the seasons, which not only keeps the dining experience dynamic but also highlights the transient beauty of each ingredient at its peak.
Beyond the food, La Table Hanoia appreciates the arts, displaying a variety of artistic expressions in different forms throughout its space. This commitment to aesthetic harmony enhances the dining experience, making it a delight for patrons who appreciate culture, art, and fine cuisine.
La Table Hanoia welcomes a wide array of guests, from food enthusiasts seeking an exceptional culinary journey to those celebrating milestones in a refined setting. The subtle sophistication and cultured atmosphere offer a respite from the bustling city life, providing a space where time seems to slow down, allowing conversations and connections to deepen and linger.
Reviews
This used to be the go-to spot for the elite back in the day. The food is incredibly refined yet surprisingly affordable. With its elegant ambiance, it’s the perfect place for a date or hosting clients. I highly recommend the Bun Thang and Bun Cha. The Bun Thang broth is top-tier (super flavorful) while the Bun Cha comes with generous, high-quality portions of meat.
Perhaps the nicest restaurant bar I have visited in Hanoi. They treat you with special care, and the decor as well as the atmosphere is fantastic! And to finish they serve good food and have an awesome happy hour.
We visited La Table Hanoi for the second time—our first visit about 10 years ago was outstanding, so we arrived with high expectations. Unfortunately, this time was a disappointment. The meal started poorly. The spoons served as the chef’s amuse-bouche lacked flavor and didn’t set a promising tone. The bun dish was good, but that was one of the few highlights. The wagyu, advertised as A5, was tough and underwhelming. Later, we were told it had been switched from Japanese A5 to Australian wagyu. Had this been clearly communicated or stated on the menu, I would not have ordered it. Desserts, while visually impressive, were very disappointing in taste. The cheesecake had an overly dense top layer with a base that lacked flavor, and the strawberry mousse was simply unpleasant. The overall atmosphere was also underwhelming—closed windows with heavy drapes and partitioned rooms made the space feel somewhat closed off rather than inviting. Service was acceptable but not memorable. Overall, it was a disappointing experience from start to finish, especially compared to our previous visit. Sadly, this is not a place we would return to.
Exquisite food, drinks and service! This fine dining restaurant does it all. We tried the French (with some Vietnamese fusion elements) and everything was perfectly executed, with complex flavours, textures and presentation. The cocktails were also excellent - particularly the 'pho' cocktail that involves a fiery infusion process in front of you. The staff were lovely and helped work through options around my wife's dairy allergy We'd stayed in the Metropole hotel acrosd the road and the food here handily bests their restaurants
The mains are delicious. The phở broth is light and savory with plenty of beef and greens. They give you a lot of seafood in the fried rice. Soybean based butter made in-house is so unique, never had anything like that before. The drinks were delicious too. The chocolate chip cookies were so unique, there is a prominent spice to it that you taste (clove would be my guess) and then transitions to a chocolate chip cookie taste. Trinh and Hoa did an amazing job with the drinks and service. Everyone working there was so nice and everyone did a great job explaining any questions I had. Maybe due to not that many people even we came, the food takes probably around 10 minutes to get to the table. I love this place sm.
