Carbonara, the classic
Fresh spaghetti, guanciale, egg, pecorino and black pepper.
Opening soon · Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi
Italian roots, handmade in Hanoi—with fresh pasta, 72-hour fermented pizza dough and a few thoughtful Asian twists.
Fresh every day · Dine in · Takeaway · Delivery
The concept
Gioco is a relaxed fresh pasta bar near Hanoi's French Quarter—fast enough for lunch, special enough for dinner.
We make our pasta in-house, pair it with honest Italian sauces, and leave space for a few ideas inspired by the city around us. No theatre. No overcomplication. Just generous plates, warm service and food worth coming back for.
The feeling of Gioco
Gioco is shaped by memory: old streets, family kitchens, handmade food and the warmth of being welcomed in. Press play to enter the story.
The story
Gioco began with a simple memory: fresh pasta made with patience, shared without ceremony, and always served with warmth.
The name means “play” in Italian. It captures how we cook—respecting tradition while staying curious. That means a proper carbonara beside a miso version, slow-cooked ragù alongside fragrant herbs and spices, and a room designed to feel polished but never precious.
“Italian soul, with a few fusion twists.”
Come and play
Cửa Nam, Hoàn Kiếm
Hanoi, Vietnam
Lunch and dinner hours will be announced before opening.
Follow the openingUse this page for table cards, packaging and shop-window QR codes.
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Opening dates, the full menu and booking details are coming soon.