Huyen Huong chicken pho

The Huyen Huong chicken pho restaurant, located on Bao Khanh Street near Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, is one of nine new establishments appearing on the 2026 Michelin Selected list in Vietnam.

The restaurant's signature dish is traditional chicken pho. Each bowl ranges from 90,000 VND (for breast meat) to 160,000 VND (for a special serving featuring chicken meat, eggs, liver, gizzard, congealed blood, and pork balls). For diners who prefer a more robust flavor, they can opt for the mixed chicken pho, which combines sliced chicken, fresh herbs, and roasted peanuts tossed in a savory sauce.

Huyen Huong chicken pho has long been known as one of the "most expensive pho joints in Hanoi." The owner explained that the reason behind these prices is the meticulous selection of raw ingredients, from the chicken to the green onions, lime leaves, chili, and fish sauce. 

According to the owner, foreign tourists make up around 30 percent of the clientele. 

Cham chicken pho

Cham chicken pho has secured a spot on the Michelin Selected list for four consecutive years. For a long time, foodies have labeled this eatery as "one of the priciest pho spots in Hanoi." Each bowl ranges from 80,000 VND to 160,000 VND. If diners order extra thighs, wings, or eggs, a single portion can climb to over 200,000 VND.

The restaurant draws a massive crowd and frequently sells out early. The chicken wins praise for being highly flavorful with crispy skin and naturally sweet meat, served in a broth rich with the aroma of bones and herbs.

Nguyet chicken pho

Nguyet chicken pho is the only establishment to retain its spot on the Bib Gourmand list for four consecutive years. 

The restaurant's pricing is lower than Huyen Huong or Cham pho, but still stands slightly above the general market average. The establishment uses free-range crossbred hens that have laid two litters to ensure the meat is firm, fragrant, with a crispy skin, weighing an average of 2.7-3 kg. The hallmark of Nguyet's chicken pho broth is its clear, golden-glistening appearance, with a delicate sweetness.

Alongside the traditional noodle soup, their mixed chicken pho is also a major crowd-pleaser. The bowl features piping hot blanched pho noodles coated in a rich sauce, topped with shredded chicken, roasted peanuts, blanched bean sprouts, and crunchy fried shallots. Pho here costs from 55,000 VND (for chicken breast pho) up to 120,000 VND (for extra-meat thigh portions). Adding organs or gizzards costs an extra 25,000 VND.

Tien chicken pho

Tien chicken pho has made the Michelin Selected list three times. From 7am to 8:30am is when the restaurant gets the most crowded, particularly on weekends. 

The establishment's main advantage is its spacious, air-conditioned interior, allowing customers to comfortably enjoy a steaming bowl of pho even on sweltering summer days. Michelin not only highlights the spot for its delicious food but also praises the clean, cozy dining space, featuring large windows and classic yellow walls that blend harmoniously with the Hanoi street vibe.

According to the owner, he uses free-range hens weighing an average of 1.8-2.5 kg, as this type of chicken offers thick meat without excessive fat. A standard bowl of chicken pho averages around 60,000 VND. If diners order a fully-loaded bowl with a variety of meats, plus organs and eggs, the price reaches 100,000 VND.

Ha chicken pho

Ha chicken pho is a newly honored name in the 2026 Bib Gourmand category. This is a chicken pho spot in the budget-friendly segment, offering quite affordable prices starting from 50,000 VND per bowl. The dining space consists of a 40-square-meter ground floor and a small mezzanine.

The restaurant serves all day from 6am to midnight, but hits its peak from 11:30am to 1pm and from 6:30pm to 8pm.

The owner uses crossbred fighting hens that have laid one litter, sourced from Thanh Ba (Phu Tho) or Son Tay (Hanoi), with an average weight of about 4.5 kg per bird.

Aside from traditional chicken pho, the restaurant's mixed chicken pho and chicken sticky rice are also best-sellers. 

Linh Trang