At 30 Hang Da street in the Hoan Kiem district of Hanoi's Old Quarter is "Cultra Taproom," renovated from a house over 100 years old. Its feature is being able to enjoy a live performance of Vietnam's traditional song-and-dance drama cheo while dining, drawing everyone from the young generation to foreign travelers.
In a space that retains the charm of the old house while adding modern elements, in addition to cheo, cultural programs shifting by season are arranged, such as ca tru and hat xam.
Renovated from a 100-year-old Old Quarter house
Cultra Taproom is at 30 Hang Da street (Hoan Kiem district) in Hanoi's Old Quarter. It renovated a house from over 100 years ago, adding modern details while retaining the original architectural features. The entrance has white walls reminiscent of Hanoi's narrow alleys, and the third floor has a traditional red-tile rooftop space and outdoor balcony seats. There are playful touches too, like likening the drink tray to a sugoroku board.
Watch cheo while dining
The greatest appeal is the live performance of cheo (traditional song-and-dance drama) enjoyable while dining. The program isn't limited to cheo but cycles through ca tru, hat xam, traditional-instrument performances, themed cultural events, and more. The repertoire changes by season. Ha My, born in 2002, says, "I never imagined I could listen to cheo in a space like this. It feels very special."
Hours and prices
Organizing the hours and prices, it's as follows.
| Item | Details | Approximate yen conversion |
|---|---|---|
| Hours | 11:00〜23:00 | — |
| Price per person | 300,000 to 450,000 VND | About 1,710 to 2,565 yen |
| Location | 30 Hang Da street (Hoan Kiem district) | — |
* Converted at 10,000 VND ≒ about 57 yen.
Visitors' voices
Frederick, who visited from Denmark, praised the space, saying "inside, the old house and modern décor are combined." Khanh Linh, born in 2002, says, "The plating is beautiful, and the atmosphere is relaxing too." Being able to touch traditional performing arts in a space where old and new coexist is supported by a wide range of people.
If you're a traveler visiting
Located in the heart of the Old Quarter, it's easy to drop by alongside sightseeing around Hoan Kiem. Being open continuously from 11:00 to 23:00, its advantage is that it's easy to choose a time from lunch to dinner. Since the repertoire changes by season, which traditional performing art you get is a pleasure to discover after visiting. It suits travelers who want to savor Vietnamese food and intangible culture at once.
Summary
Cultra Taproom, packing a program of traditional performing arts like cheo into the vessel of a 100-year-old house. Its build, letting you enjoy dining and a cultural experience in the same space, draws in both the young generation and foreign travelers. If you're looking for a "eat and listen" experience in Hanoi's Old Quarter, it's a strong option.
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Source:DTiNews / Dan Tri / DTiNews (lifestyle)
