Over the past 2 to 3 years, a dish beloved by young Hanoians and constantly recommended to each other is Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc. On cold days in Hanoi, this dish is perfect for sharing with friends. Developed from street vendors, yet the quality is unmatched. Let's explore with Mytour to discover what makes it so unforgettable!
1. Introduction to Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc
- Address: Alley 51 Hang Luoc, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
- Opening hours: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Price range: 30,000 – 500,000 VND
In terms of age, Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc might be considered a bit 'late to the party.' However, the restaurant's reputation is on par with other venison eateries in the Old Quarter. If you doubt it, you can drop by around noon. You'll be surprised by the bustling crowd.

Talking about the 'legend' behind the creation of Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc, many people would be quite surprised. The recipe for this dish originated from the hands of a housewife within the family. Tired of the usual boiled venison, she decided to experiment with marination and preparation to refresh the family meal. Unexpectedly, it gained fame and became one of the must-visit venison eateries in Hanoi as it is today.
2. Atmosphere at Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc
The restaurant's ambiance is quite spacious and comfortable as it is located right on Hang Luoc street. With the capacity to serve up to 100 customers at once. However, due to the high influx of customers, people often mistakenly perceive the place as small and cramped.

The restaurant has 2 floors and plenty of seating to accommodate guests. But it's best to arrive a bit early to avoid table shortages due to crowds. Inside, the restaurant is equipped with very cool air conditioning, so dining here in the summer is a breeze. The place follows the typical dining style of Hanoi with simple yet comfortable green plastic tables and chairs. It's simple, comfortable, affordable, cheerful, and very enjoyable.
3. Tempting Menu of Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc
The Garlic-flamed Venison at Hang Luoc is loved for its extremely unique flavor that never gets boring. Instead of the usual boiled venison, the venison here is expertly marinated and deep-fried in hot oil. When served, it's topped with a fragrant layer of onions and garlic. It's tender and sweet in the mouth, without any burnt or overly greasy taste.

What truly sets this dish apart is the one-of-a-kind dipping sauce served here. The sauce is creamy and tangy, with a hint of ginger, chili, and other perfectly balanced spices. Dip a piece of venison, along with some herbs and sprouts, into the sauce. It's a sensory explosion, unforgettable with every bite. You can't help but revisit the restaurant for a second time.

In addition, the restaurant also offers a variety of other dishes made from duck. These include duck noodles, duck vermicelli, boiled duck, bamboo shoot soup with duck,... All of them are incredibly delicious and equally popular as the 'must-try' dish at the restaurant. If you want to try something new, you can opt for the bamboo shoot soup here. The bamboo shoots are thinly sliced, flavorful, with a delicious broth, perfectly paired with noodles. The restaurant also serves a variety of desserts such as mung bean with pennywort, fruit juices, and various types of tea,...
4. Reasonable Prices for Enjoying Delicious Dishes
Garlic-flamed Duck at Hang Luoc is priced at 460,000 VND per dish. This might not be considered cheap compared to other duck eateries in the Old Quarter. However, given the excellent service quality and the superbly delicious food, this price is quite reasonable, don't you think?

Other dishes made from duck such as noodles, vermicelli,... are priced very reasonably from 35,000 to 40,000 VND. Boiled duck here is priced at 135,000 VND per portion. As for the fried duck, the restaurant offers a combo for 4 - 5 people at the price of 460,000 VND per portion. If you're dining with friends, you can consider this combo, which will save you a lot.
5. Customer Reviews of Garlic-flamed Duck at Hang Luoc
Most customers visiting Garlic-flamed Duck at Hang Luoc have extremely satisfying and enjoyable experiences. To provide you with a more genuine and objective perspective, here are some reviews and evaluations from customers who have come to dine here. There are both local and international customers!



Why wait any longer? Make a plan with your close friends to visit Garlic-flamed Duck at Hang Luoc right away to enjoy delicious meals with your loved ones! Thank you for taking the time to read this article, don't miss out on other useful culinary information on Mytour Blog!
Some other delicious garlic-flamed duck eateries:
- Roasted clam at Tin Street
- Roasted clam at Nguyen Du
