Beloved Vietnamese cafe with banh mi and pho in downtown Oakland
Based on 280 reviews
great value for the pricefresh ingredientsfast and efficient service
small space fills up quickly at lunchno-frills atmospherelimited seating
$13/person
Best for: Budget-conscious lunchers looking for a fast, filling meal under $15 · Office workers in downtown Oakland needing a quick Vietnamese fix · Vietnamese coffee lovers who want the real-deal drip alongside their meal · Solo diners — the format is casual and counter-friendly
Busiest: Weekday lunch (11:30am–1pm)
Reservations: No reservations
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Banh Mi
$8.00
Vietnamese sandwich on a crispy baguette with savory filling, pickled daikon and carrot, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro — the core reason regulars keep coming back
Pho
$12.00
Classic Vietnamese beef noodle soup with a clear, lightly spiced broth, rice noodles, and your choice of protein — approachable and satisfying for the price
Vietnamese Iced Coffee (Ca Phe Sua Da)
$5.00
Strong drip coffee over sweetened condensed milk and ice — bracing, rich, and exactly what you want alongside a banh mi
