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Bobby Chin Restaurant, Hanoi

Bobby Chinn Restaurant Hanoi - Hanoi
Bobby Chinn Restaurant Hanoi
by fachd
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Bobby Chin Restaurant: Fantastic......
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  • leffe3
  • By leffe3 on January 19, 2004
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  • Bobby Chin Restaurant - Hanoi
    by leffe3
    The best meal we had in Vietnam by a very long way. A holiday-treat experience (this was close to western prices) but worth every penny (or Dong).

    Seriously stylish place which would fit easily in New York, London, Sydney etc. Two huge picture windows look out onto the street, linened-tables placed at each (one great aspect of the restaurant was that there were only 4 tables to be found at this two windows - no cramming them in!. Central to all this was a large and well stocked bar. Running down the sides of the bar were more tables, but these were separated from the 'corridor' by hanging sheer silks, thus creating a reasonably private environs.

    At the back you discovered that the bar is a full circle and there are more tables, discretely lit and positioned. Separated on a slightly higher terrace by more sheer silks are a whole series of cushions and overly comfy chairs - this acts as a bar and smoking area.

    Chin himself is something of a celebratory chef.

    The food is imaginative and extraordinary. Entrees are all $5, main courses from the air ($9), sea or land ($11). Seared pesto encrusted salmon on wasabi mash (yum) was a favourite.

    But they also have superb wines and a cocktail list longer than your arm.

    Its a great experience - do it once!

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  • Theme: Local
  • Price: US$41 and up    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: most expensive
  • Address: 1 Pho Ban Trieu (corner of Hang Khay)
  • Phone: 934 8577
  • Directions: South West corner of Hoan Kiem Lake
  • Website: interview with Chin http://www.asiafood.org/bobbychinn.cfm
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Opulent & Swish..
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  • chirpy383
  • Updated By chirpy383 on October 13, 2005
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  • The warm chocolate Pudding! - Hanoi
    The warm chocolate Pudding!
    by chirpy383
    Sensational!!! The food made out of a chef's passion. (Bobby Chinn is half Chinese and Half Greek, born in New Zealand, and has called San francisco a home)

    By Vietnamese Standard, the price can be very expensive. Having travelled to many places and tried all kinds of cuisine and food. I would give a 2 Thumbs up and 2 toes up for Bobby Chinn's work of "art"...

    The menu changes every 2 weeks. And the one page menu is well phrased with sense of humour ! there is a dessert called " I'm on Diet at US0.00"

    rest assured you will feel satisfied for the every cent you pay for the food and ambience.

    They even serve Fillet mignon rice spring roll as complimentary. YUM!
    I had the Mezze Platter - gosh.. it's an unusual creation and again, sensational is the word!

    Try the Choclate pudding. As I have tried better Warm chocolate pudding dessert, this to me, is alright. But it is very highly rated too!!

    A place to pamper your palate... You wont regret it. (oh! its a fusion food)

    Calamari!! - Side dish which can be appetizer! great!
    Pho Cuon!! - Side dish which can be appetizer! great!

    APPETIZER:
    Pho Cuon of Filet Mignon - USD 4
    Deep Fried Calamari - USD 4

    MAIN COURSE:
    Vegeterian Mezze Platter - USD 12
    Filet Mignon - Mashed Potatoes - USD 15

    DESSERT :
    WArm Choco Pudding (Not bad but not fantastic) - USD 5

    DRINKS :
    Montes Reserve Sauvignon Blanc - USD 6
    Shirley Temple - USD 2.50
    Latte - USD 2.50

    TAX INCLUSIVE!!!

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  • Theme: Other
  • Price: US$41 and up    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: most expensive
  • Address: 1, Ba trieu Street
  • Directions: Hoan Kiem Lake District
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Fusion cuisine
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  • jujub
  • By jujub on June 7, 2003
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  • Bobby Chin Restaurant - Hanoi
    by jujub
    If you get tired of eating street food and feel like splurging a bit, Bobby Chin is your restaurant. The decor is nice, the back room has big fluffy pillows for you and your friends to stretch out and party out a bit. The cuisine is asian-fusion -- if you want authentic vietnamese food, skip it.

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  • Theme: Pan-Asian and Pacific Rim
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Superb cuisine
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  • NedHopkins
  • Updated By NedHopkins on February 20, 2007
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  • Restaurant Bobby Chinn - exterior - Hanoi
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    The service is impeccable, the food exquisite.

    Restaurant Bobby Chinn was featured prominently in the travel section of the New York Times of 5 February 2006 and again on Sunday, 18 February 2007.

    Rhapsody of Flavors: a 'tasting menu' of nine dishes ranging from vegetarian to fish, fowl, and red meat (US$14).

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 1 Pho Ba Trieu
  • Phone: 934 8577
  • Directions: Though its address is on Pho Ba Trieu, the restaurant actually faces Hang Khay.
  • Website: www.bobbychinn.com
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Wasabi Mashed Potatoe
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  • JonnyVN
  • Updated By JonnyVN on February 13, 2009
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  • A sorry note to this one, Bobby closed shop early Feb 2009 (due to rent hike). Will keep an eye on where he will reapear

    Give this place a thumbs up for cuisine, dam fine very up market dining. Bobbies place is probably the slickest restaurant in town, decor alone makes it stand out. If the chap himself is around (and you will will know he's there) have a chat, that is an experience in itself. If you want top splash out when your there, have amazing food, this is definately the place.

    If you do get served wasabi mashed potatoes, mention my name, it will be fun.

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Address: 1 Ba Trieu Street, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
  • Website: http://www.bobbychinn.com
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Best food ever!
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  • Updated By Sachaogjimmy on November 21, 2004
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  • If you have a celebration or you just want to spoil yourself and your spouce this is THE restaurant to go to!!
    We have been to many restaurants around the world and this one is considered one of the very best!
    The decor is marveleous, the food is to die for and the service is perfect!!
    You can even get the best wine in Vietnam at this restaurant. It is possible to buy a bottle or by the glass. We found it best to buy by the glass as you get more for your money. We tried the preminum red wine at $4,50/glass. It was soooo good! ( if you want water to go with the wine you should specifically ask for La Vie or else you will get the most expensive water on the menu!!)
    When going there you have to read the menu very carefully as it is so funny!!! ( it is possible to buy the menu for $2 and Bobby Chinn will sign it if he is working!)
    Bobby Chinn has really found the perfect way to run a great restaurant!
    If you are not hungry you can still come and enjoy the bar or the coisy cafe at the back.
    It is becomming more and more popular so it is best to make a reservation for a table the night before.

    - Salmon with wasabi mashed patatoes
    - Filet Mignon with red wine sauce
    - Chocolate Pudding ( Kind of a chocolate
    cake with warm liqued chocolate inside!)

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$31-40    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: most expensive
  • Address: 1 Pho Ba Trieu Street
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Cross Culture Fusion Cuisines
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  • fachd
  • Updated By fachd on April 24, 2008
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  • Bobby Chinn Restaurant Hanoi - Hanoi
    Bobby Chinn Restaurant Hanoi
    by fachd
    When we went to Halong Bay, the ”TOUR DIRECTOR” recommended Bobby Chinn restaurant in downtown Hanoi. She told us it is one of the best or the best restaurant for western food in Hanoi. It’s not a typical traditional western food but more of a fusion style type of cuisines. Inspired dishes from cross culture. Mix together from French, Vietnam, Japan and Spain. The restaurant has contemporary atmosphere decorated with modern original Vietnamese art works.

    After listening from the "TOUR DIRECTOR" description of the cuisines it sounds very interesting. Unfortunately Kim and I did not dine at Bobby Chinn because of time factor. Next time if we visit Hanoi, Bobby Chinn will be on our priority list.

    Read review, some are bad but mostly good review.

    Credit Card are welcome
    Open: 12pm-2pm and 5pm to late
    Reservations recommended
    Tapas menu from 40,000 VND
    Main courses: 110,000 VND-180,000 VND

  • Theme: Other
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Address: 1 Ba Trieu St ,Hoan Kiem District
  • Phone: Phone: 04/934-8577
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Great Fusion Food in Hanoi
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  • Audrey118
  • By Audrey118 on September 1, 2004
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  • Bobby Chin Restaurant - Hanoi
    by Audrey118
    I read so much about Bobby Chinn, and how he was inspired to come to Hanoi to set up his dream restaurant. Located at the other end of the lake which centres the city, I wished it was closer to the Old Quarters so that we could just stroll there after the shopping. The restaurant interior is rather provocrative...kind of place to take a date out. Most of the diners I see was definetely not locals - at least I think they are expats - a cross mixture of SEAsians expats and also some others. Mostly having a big dine out - enjoying the fusion food, and a swirl of wine.

    The place is pretty dark - to even read the catchy menu, nevertheless written with great humour. You must visit the toilet - I was there first and the toilet bowl had pretty rose petals floating !!!

    The food - very very good choice...even if you there for no BSE free steak!!! I had a sumputos special of the day - grapefruit salad with chunks of crab meat followed by lamb shanks and the sauce choc merlot which I quickly mopped up with the lemon scented couscous. My fren had a terribly delicious foie gras wrapped by rice paper!!! and steak! I vouched never ever to have their campari orange - a real waste of time!!!

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$31-40    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: CANNOT afford to miss this one...
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  • By KLowe1123 on October 18, 2006
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  • The food was fantastic, it's international cuisine and the chef, bobby Chinn himself, seems to change it every few months. Literally everything we ordered was mouthwateringly good.

    Grilled Salmon

  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Directions: Near Hoan Kiem Lake, just outside of the old quarters
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    Bobby Chin Restaurant: Still good but...
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  • By SachaMortensen on August 18, 2008
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  • When we visited Hanoi 4 years ago this was the first restaurant we had ever eaten in 2 evenings in a row. It imediatly became one of our favorite restaurants in the world so we could not wait to come here again.

    The surroundings had changed and it was not as warm and nice as the last time. The service had also changed to the slower but to our surprise the menu still had the same items as 4 years ago!!
    The food was still good but it did not blow us away like last time. I do not know if it is because we had too high expectations or if it really is a bit worse?

    The salmon on wasabi mash potatoes is really nice and the desserts are good, especially Chocolate pudding!

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 1 Pho Ba Trieu Street
  • Directions: It has a view of Hoan Kiem Lake so if you follow the lake looking for a restaurant with big windows it should be easy to find.
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