Experts' Choice Award La Vong Grilled Fish
What the experts agree on
This legendary one-dish wonder serves only cha ca—fragrant grilled fish cooked tableside with aromatic herbs and spices, eaten with noodles and peanuts. Expect cramped, antiquated charm and no-frills service, but unforgettable flavor.
“While the fish cooks, diners toss basil, dill, cilantro, and scallions into the pan then anoint the fish with various piquant condiments.”
– Concierge
Insight Guides "One of Hanoi’s most famous dishes, cha ca is the only thing served here – fish grilled on a clay brazier at your table, with rice noodles, peanuts and herbs."
Lonely Planet "The antiquated atmosphere here is legendary, and its rickety floors, overcrowded tables and gruff wait staff live up to the billing." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The fish is steeped in a marinade of galangal, saffron, fermented rice, and fish sauce, and then placed into a rich, oily stew, along with fresh chives and dill. "
Rough Guide "It serves just one dish: cha ca, fried fish with fresh dill cooked at your table on a brazier, then eaten with cold rice noodles, chilli and peanuts. "
