The Hanoi Corner

The Hanoi Corner, located at 2017 Commercial Drive, specializes in Northern Vietnamese street food and traditional beverages.

The menu features a comprehensive selection of Banh Mi, including grilled lemongrass pork, shredded chicken, and vegan ham options, all served on crusty baguettes with house-made mayo and pickled vegetables. Beyond sandwiches, the kitchen prepares authentic regional specialties such as Bún Chả (Hanoi-style grilled pork with vermicelli) and Chả Cá (sizzling fish fillets with dill and turmeric).

The restaurant is also noted for its extensive drink program, which focuses on bold Vietnamese coffee and inventive tea lattes.

Signature offerings include the rich, custard-like Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng), Coconut Coffee slushies, and Ube-infused lattes. For those seeking lighter options, the menu includes fresh papaya salads, crispy spring rolls, and various vegetarian stir-fries.

The space functions as both a casual cafe for quick lunches and a sit-down destination for traditional Vietnamese comfort food in East Vancouver.