I wasn't feeling well and was craving something soupy, so I decided to finally try this place after having it on my want-to-go list for years. I ordered the House Special Combination, which came with sliced steak, brisket, flank, tendon, tripe, and beef meatballs. The broth was rich and fragrant, and the fresh noodles had a great chewy texture that I really enjoyed. The only downside was that the surrounding area left a bit sketchy. On the plus side, the restaurant has its own parking lot, which made parking easy and convenient! read more

Pho Ao Sen - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

broth & noodles were you can choose which type of noodle you want, which i like. They were generous with the meat too foe to-go Family owned spot, cash only, & have parking available. read more

This I my FAVORITE pho spot in Oakland‼ Food Service Parking If you're sick, have a hangover, no appetite Come here I guarantee you will leave here full‼ read more

Love that the portions are huge and they give a hearty serving of meat not just the noodles in the pho. We ordered the medium bowl and we were all stuffed. Solid pho in the Richmond/Albany area. The broth is delicious but there seems to be a good amount of msg. I would probably not order the nem neuong nha trang again. The spring roll wrapper was very tough and the sauce was okay. The egg rolls however were tasty, crispy and freshly made. read more

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Wow.. I'm still thinking about this place!! It is THAT good. The broth is out of this world. It's insanely fresh and aromatic, I suggest trying it before adding your hoisin, chili and toppings cause it deserves its own moment! Service is quick, friendly and attentive. Location at first looks a little iffy but there's parking next to the building and the inside is new, updated and clean. For three bowls of pho and two appetizers it was around $80 plus tip! Not bad. Will be back for sure! read more

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Pho Ao Sen is not as good as before. But still good. We had 2x #1 pho dac biet L $17.45 and a #2 pho dac biet M with beef balls $17.45. The broth's depth is different now. Note the price variance. It is the same price $17.45 for a large #1 and a medium #2. The bowls are significantly bigger for a large. The Vietnamese coffee tastes the same. A lot of ice and a hint of hazelnut. The parking lot was empty at 11am and only a few other tables were occupied. read more

I used to live in San Jose and if you know San Jose, you know there is no shortage of amazing pho spots. My go to places back then were Pho Dao and Pho San Jose. After moving to the East Bay almost two years ago, I have mainly stuck with Pho Auntie 7 in Castro Valley or Pho Huong Que in Oakland. Both are solid and Pho Huong Que even has its own parking lot with very reasonable prices, which is rare. Pho Ao Sen was never really on my radar, probably because of the prices. That changed when my coworker kept raving about it and sent me a picture that looked too good to ignore. I went during lunch and was surprised to see they also have a big parking lot. The first thing I noticed when walking in was how clean and presentable the place looked. It immediately stood out since that is not always the case with pho restaurants. The service was also impressive. They checked in often and refilled my water without me even asking. I ordered a bowl of pho with brisket and beef balls along with the nem nuong rolls. Whenever I see nem nuong rolls on a menu, I have to order them so I can compare them to the famous ones from Brodard in SoCal. These rolls were excellent and honestly on par with Brodard, which says a lot. I also appreciated that each table had freshly chopped Thai chilies. Most places only offer sriracha or sambal, but I like my food extra spicy, so being able to add fresh chilies to the nem nuong dipping sauce was a big win. The pho itself really impressed me. Their brisket is hands down the best I have had anywhere, even compared to San Jose spots. It was meaty, super tender, and sliced differently than the usual thin cuts you find elsewhere. They also give very generous portions of meat. Between the quality and the quantity, the price absolutely makes sense. After this visit, I can confidently say Pho Ao Sen is my new go to spot in Oakland. I cannot wait to go back and try more from their menu. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Pho w/brisket and beef balls - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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My favorite place in the Bay to get Bun Bo Hue (yes, even over SJ - I said what I said). The spicy beef and pork bone broth is bold, packed with lemongrass, and nicely spicy. Portions are large, and the quality is consistently on point. You can tell the pork blood cube is fresh because it doesn't have that funk you sometimes get at other places. Other notable items are the nem nuong spring rolls. Dare I compare them to Brodard's? Last but not least, I can't leave without mentioning their satè. The first time I had it, it completely changed my life. It's a MUST add to your BBH if you like extra spice. Years ago it was only a complimentary condiment table-side so I asked if I could buy some and was instantly rejected. Well, friends... it is now available for purchase. $12 for an 8 oz jar. Dreams do come true. read more

I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. I came here yesterday afternoon and ordered the bò bía. I believe some of the stir-fried ingredients were not fresh or may have been spoiled. After eating, I developed severe stomach pain that lasted throughout the night. I'm sharing my experience so other customers can be aware and be careful when ordering food here. I hope the restaurant takes food quality and freshness more seriously. read more

Now my Go-To in the area! Came here with a group of friends (~8 people) after an event nearby (around 4:45PM Saturday), they seated us to the long tables where it's easy to chat and have our own space. I appreciate that mindfulness. They are quick to give us menu and help us with any questions we have. I order the Shrimp Spring Roll (Gỏi Cuốn) with their house sauce and it was delicious! The shrimp was a nice size, not like those small ones. I love the overall portion and the way they stacked the spring roll (see picture). This is now my go-to in the area for a well sized group. My friends enjoyed their pho, which undoubtedly looks great and have generous portions! I think you can't ever go wrong ask the server what do they recommend or is most popular too if you're ever stuck. This place gives me those classic southeast Asian family space with modern touches. Service: 5/5; quick to respond and answered our question, and quick to serve Ambiance: 5/5; Not loud close to dinner time Saturday. Good amount of space for kids. Bathroom: Yes; it's on the shorter side which is great if you have smaller stature or little ones that only need a bit of an assistance. They do have wheelchair friendly bars but is on the lower side. Parking: Yes; there's a FREE parking lot next to it. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Shrimp Spring Roll (Gỏi Cuốn) with their special house sauce - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Every time the spicy pho craving hits, this place comes through. Thank you to the woman who helped me over the phone and made sure my pho was extra spicy. Customer service on point, and they never miss. read more

The pho was good. The Vietnamese coffee was impressive. While the location is not the best, they do have a parking lot and once inside the restaurant has a nice atmosphere and effective service. The combo pho was loaded with lots of satisfying beef and the broth was flavorful and light with just the right amount of richness and fat. The coffee was strong and was a good way to wake up with a single sip. It tasted great. Not a bad way to start a weekend. read more

This is a nostalgic place for my family up in NorCal. The staff is super nice and they renovated the place. It looks very modern. Parking is somewhat difficult given it's popularity. I got the nem nuong as the appetizer which was great and the pho dac biet was great as well. The broth was very good and the noodles and meat portion was good. I was so full from the meal. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Nem nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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I came here for the pho dac biet today, but was really disappointed since it had no flavor. The nem nuong cuong was pretty good. I did order their bun bo hue togo and it was absolutely delicious and hands down the best bun bo hue I ever had aside from my mom's homemade bun bo hue. I do recommend coming here for the bun bo hue, but not their pho. read more

Best pho in Oakland unless someone can prove me wrong! Service was great! Restaurant looks great! Bathrooms are great! Came from Sacramento to come eat here every week read more

Pho Ao Sen - Number 1 Best pho I had in Oakland someone can't prove me wrong! Better than all the places in Sacramento! - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

My family and I have been going to Ao Sen since their location was on International Blvd! The food quality and service has never waver My favorite is their Bun Bo Hue- super flavorful broth and great choice of meat My parents love their Pho Tai- the broth has the perfect amount of oil and seasoning, tender slabs of beef They have a parking lot- dont leave anything in the car! No one is responsible for your stuff but YOU (Just like anywhere you park) Food prices increase due to many reasons and it clearly states on their menu if you pay with a certain method, theres a surcharge To-go boxes are 50 cent because its their own plastic container that theyre giving to you- its pretty common now Whats important is that Ao Sen is consistent with their food and service The ambiance is very nice, each table has its own little light on top which gives off a warm vibe Music choice is very settled and bathroom super clean One of my favorites to visit in Oakland, highly recommended! read more

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My husband and I went here for the first time for lunch with my sister and brother in law. The staff were friendly and the food was truly delicious! The dishes were so fresh, flavorful, and plentiful! It was a great experience and I'm already thinking about the next trip back to experience more! Love love love it!!!! Cảm ơn chị Yến! read more

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What do you think about this old and moldy chili jar that is being served to customers? Everything in this ao Sen restaurant is very very expensive compared restaurant in San Jose. broken rice of thiên huong in San Jose much much better than here and cheaper than ao Sen. read more

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Prices went way up since we were last here but service and the food are still good. Parking lot was full so their business is good! Got the #38 bun entree and two pho tai #16 bowls. They were good about cleaning the tables and bringing shared bowls and plastic forks and spoons for my kids. They give hot tea for adults and water for kids which is nice also. You pay at the back when you are done. It's a nice redone space after Covid. Still one of our favorite pho spots in the Bay. read more

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I love this place. They have the best BBH. I love the flavor of their wings and how crispy it is. Although. Sometimes they are inconsistent in how they make it and it lacked a bit flavor the other day when I went. But it is still very good. read more

Pho Ao Sen - 36. .辣粉 / Bún Bò Huế - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Pho Ao Sen came highly recommended to me by some friends, and I'm glad to say it met the hype! I decided to get pho, and while the bowl was smaller and more expensive than I'm used to, it was super flavorful! It's one of the best bowls of pho I've ever had. The quality of the meat was good. I especially liked the tendon and tripe. The service was also super friendly, although it helps to have someone with you who speaks Vietnamese. My future mother-in-law brought me here for this visit, and she's familiar with the staff, which helped a lot. The interior of the restaurant looks super modern. I don't visit Oakland often due to safety concerns, but the food there is just too good! Another plus is that Pho Ao Sen has its own parking lot, so you don't need to deal with street parking. And a small tip, if you pay with cash, you can avoid their surcharge! read more

Pho Ao Sen - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Came in with a friend on a Sunday morning after a night of drinking. We were seated immediately and checked back in on when we needed more time to order. I ended up going with the #11 which was a bowl of beef pho with different types of cooked beef and no tendons/meatballs. I later ordered a Thai tea as a sweet treat after the meal. Food came out promptly. In my opinion, it was a pretty substantial bowl with a good amount of meat. The broth was very light but still flavorful! Nothing really stood out, just a good bowl of soup. Also, as a cilantro hater, I was pretty happy to see that the bowl did not come with it. Service was okay. We had to wave down the waitress a couple times to refill water and order additional menu items. We also had to figure out on our own that you go up to the register to pay for the meal. The parking lot is a plus but definitely be wary of the area - don't leave anything valuable behind. Overall, pho here hit the spot for someone in need of a hangover cure! read more

Pho Ao Sen - Thai Tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Still one of our favorite places to eat delicious Vietnamese cuisine. Been coming here since they opened and the service is still wonderful and the flavors are amazing. We always have to get the grilled pork spring rolls but the others are so tasty also. Vermicelli dishes are great on warm days and rice plates during colder weather but Pho is awesome anytime. Family favorites are Bun Cha Hanoi style and Bun Bo Hue. Clean and spacious dining with private parking lot. Highly recommended place to eat great food. read more

solid bowl of pho, great flavor and richness that is not seen in many pho restaurants. highly recommended. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

The service is the best ! The Pho is the best I've ever had, love the rolls and vermicelli dishes ! I have eaten Pho in various places for 40 yrs and Ao Sen in is by far the BEST !! read more

This neighborhood spot has been around for decades, a locals favorite Pho spot for all your pho cravings. Beef combo pho, bun Bo hue, pho ga and rice dishes. They also have good appetizers like egg rolls, spring rolls and chicken wings. Bring your family and enjoy some warm pho for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Quick service and plenty of parking. read more

We order doordash from here and it's fantastic. Love that they sell extra broth, or extra noodles. Love their chicken broth rice. So flavorful. Their chicken pho is excellent. Good size portion. Good quality meat. read more

Yummmm loved it the drink went perfect with the spicy broth would definitely come back xoxo read more

Pho Ao Sen - 36. .辣粉 / Bún Bò Huế and 17 drink - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

been here multiple times throughout my childhood! we always get their pho, but today I wanted to try something new ( 5/5 ) Bún Chả Hanoi Delicious! Flavorful meat and broth with fresh lettuce and herbs on the side. The noodles were cooked well, and soaked up the sauce nicely. Service was quick and nice. The interior's gorgeous! I love the amount of lights and plants. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Bún Chả Hanoi - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

I ordered beef stew - which honestly tasted pretty good, but had no carrots. It already has too much beef for my taste, but no carrots was a dealbreaker (they had run out). So I ordered a Vermicelli dish w/ pork, coconut milk and fish sauce. It was delicious. The decor is very nice. The waitress even remembered me, remembered my order - even tho I hadn't been there in about 6 mos! read more

Always bomb. I come here just for their bun bo hue! The anchovy spicy sauce is delicious, my favorite! read more

Pho Ao Sen - Vermicelli noodle with pork - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

I love a clean restaurant. Cleanliness is a sign the food is being respected. The service here is fast and easy.

The food here is great. We come at least once a month and I usually order the grilled pork rice plate and the chicken pho with fresh noodles. The portions are generous but the wait can be a bit long, so it's best to come with some patience if you're hungry. read more

We've been to this place for years before its newer renovation. They have big bowls of pho, bun bo hue, and spring rolls, etc. They offer multiple drinks including Vietnamese coffee and soymilk, along with a variety of traditional Vietnamese desserts. Their service may require a bit of patience but they'll attend to your needs quickly once you get their attention. The new renovation gives off a more modern western feeling compared to their original standard Vietnamese feel. Definitely a place to try in Oakland! read more

Pho Ao Sen - B. Gỏi Cuốn / Spring Rolls (2) - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

I recently tried the Tai Chin Pho soup at Pho Ao Sen, and it was very, very good. The broth was flavorful, and the beef was tender, making for a satisfying meal. I would definitely order it again. The service was really good, and the dining room is expansive. Unlike many restaurants in the city, you're not crammed up next to other diners--you actually have elbow room to enjoy your meal comfortably. Bummer they close at 6 though, that's pretty early. That said, I do prefer the Tai Chin Pho from Pho Huong Que on International just a bit more. Pho Ao Sen comes in at a close second--a really close second. If you're in the area and craving pho before 6pm, Pho Ao Sen is definitely worth a visit! read more

Really enjoyed this restaurant. The homie SKUNCH one, most tags up in Oakland recommended this spot and boy was he right. The server was a very sweet lady and did an excellent job. The food came out fast and was so delicious. Their hot sauce was on point too. Made me feel like I was in Vietnam but without the hookers. Definitely served a good portion of food I am in a coma right now. Highly recommend bringing your shorty here, guaranteed to go home and get some. Come check this place out, you will not be disappointed. read more

Pho Ao Sen - #2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

I had pho here with a friend and we also ordered a plate of egg rolls. After taking a few bites I noticed it tasted like rubbery like a rubber band was inside. I call a server over to explain to him. I pulled on the rubber thing out of the egg roll in front of him and winded up being a actual rubber band used to tie noodles together in its packaging. He said he was so sorry and he would call the manager over. Her not knowing I spoke vietnamese I just sat there and listened. He explained the story her and how he saw me pull that thing out of the food. She responds he probably wants free food and doesnt want to pay. I spoke up and said that's how you do business to her in vietnamese? This bitch acted like she saw a ghost. I told her i wasnt broke as she tried to imply. All off a sudden this bitch acted nice so I wouldn't cause a scene and make her look stupid. The bitch said she would take it off the bill. I wouldn't go back to this place due to the rude manager and her shitty attitude read more

Great introduction to Pho, don't know where else newbies can get good Pho like this. I usually get spring rolls and peanut sauce as an appetizer to start then some chicken pho for the main dish. Food; 3/3 Stars, don't know what else they could do better with their food and I definitely recommend this place to others when they want Pho in the area. Service; 1/1 Stars, it's the service you want from a Pho spot, servers not knowing too much English and not being the kindest when you're being a bit slow. If my food doesn't come with this type of service I never go back to thise places. Ambiance: 1/1 Stars, so busy all the time when I go which puts me in a relaxed mood because I know they day is beginning for myself and others. Very pretty decorative pieces and tables so it's nice for family and groups. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Beef Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Pho Ao Sen is a reddit darling for pho in Oakland so I decided to give it a try today. Bun Bo Hue is one of my favorite Vietnamese dishes so I knew I had to give it a try. Their broth has just the right amount of heat with lots of lemongrass flavor that made it very refreshing. There was ample meat in the bowl and the pork blood was nice and smooth. The servers were very friendly and the space was clean and spacious. I'll definitely be back. read more

Pho Ao Sen - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

This was my go to bun bo hue place but they've recently changed the pork blood to duck blood and the broth is just not the same without pork blood. The texture of the duck blood is off and even if I get it without duck blood, it just doesn't hit the same :( I've been a loyal customer for years so I really hope they bring back the pork blood! read more