This place was a life saver. The GF was feeling a little under the weather and was in need of some comfort food. Their are a few vietnamese restaurants in the area, but she had remembered this spot being popular. Which it was. When we arrived it was reassuring to a pretty busy dining area. After doing some investigating for vegan options, the waiter was able to confirm that the veggie fried eggroll wrappers do not have egg in them, so we were able to get vegan fried rolls and the vegan chicken drumsticks. My GF enjoyed a Veggie Pho which was enough food for the night to enjoy leftovers the next day. I have a pho Number 9 and it definitely hit the spot. The Vietnamese coffee did the trick to keep me awake for the drive home. read more

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My fave beef pho in Oaktown is here at Pho Huong Que! Came on a chill weekday night for some warm pho, as my friend and I were craving something brothy and healthy with the cooler weather. They have a tiny private lot to park, but we both had street parking since the lot was full. Streets can be shady after dark, if you have to walk from a few blocks away so plan accordingly. They offer takeout and dine-in, and there were a lot of us dining in, with a few table outside, but a majority of people were constantly walking in for their takeout orders! POPPIN. We started with their shrimp spring rolls and each had a different beef pho. My friend loved the thai tea. We were sad that the spring rolls were so skinny, haha. I would say that their pho is def the name of the game here, but I would skip the spring rolls, nothing amazing. The fixin's for pho are plentiful, they use lemon vs lime and cilantro vs mint. The large size pho is the way to go. Rice pho noodles were SO QQ and perfectly al dente. Their beef TENDON is perfection, SO soft and a bit of chew. Their pho soup is on the sweeter side which is not my preference, but still so hearty and tasty. Pho comes out within 10 mins, and it's piping hot. Service is efficient and family-run, LOVE that. You get a 5% discount if you pay with cash, but they also take credit. Will def be back for my pho cravings, thank you Pho Huong Que. read more

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Veggie Pho (C1) was sooooo good. Good veggie pho is hard to find because there is just something that feels missing sometimes. I really liked the broccoli and carrots, they were crunchy and soft and flavorrrfullll. Thai tea was sweet & really yummy as well. Service was quick and kind in a clean space. read more

Pho to me is all about the broth, and Pho Huong Que makes an amazing broth. Savory, clean-tasting, fragrant, and infused with traditional spices such as cloves, anise, and cinnamon. Add some basil, jalapeno, and lemon, and *muah chef's kiss*. You better believe I leave the bowl empty. I typically go for the #1 Special Combo or #19 without tripe - regular size should be enough to make you full. Meat portions are good, and I like the textural contrasts between the tender brisket, chewier rare steak, and juicy meatballs. On occasion, or when I'm sick, I'll get the #36 Chicken and Shrimp pho, which is less aromatic than the beef pho but still great. I do wish they had a ginger scallion sauce like Pho Ga Huong Que, but this is trivial, especially when they have pickled garlic on the side! I've never waited for a table, even during the weekends, and service is fairly quick. Parking is also easy - mostly park in their lot or find nearby street parking. While there are many other pho spots to explore in east Oakland, it's hard to resist the deliciousness and consistency of Pho Huong Que. read more

Pho Huong Que - #36 Chicken and Shrimp Noodle Soup - perfect when you're sick - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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I ordered a bunch of different varieties for my group. We all love our big portions and how tasty everything was. I order spicy beef noodle soup, and I'll definitely be coming back. They give big portions, very attentive and have their own parking lot. read more

Pho Huong Que - A1. Spring Roll - Goi Cuon - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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A great and simple mom and popVietnamese café, where I enjoyed the number one the pho Dax biet it was superb .Interesting that this was also the initial location of Pho Ao Sen many years ago read more

Post election lunch. Me and my lunch date were mentally exhausted. Looking for a late lunch and just hopped over here for pho. I've only ever stopped here for a drink like if I just need to run in for a second I've never eaten this establishment and I will never eat there again because the tables are incredibly grimy it's just not my type of place. I'm sure they mean well and they have the heart in the food but I'm not a fan. I wish them well. I am sure they're a good neighbor. read more

Pho Huong Que - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

My favorite Pho spot is in East Bay. I lived in San Jose and was spoiled with really good Pho. My favorites are Pho San Jose and Pho Dao. After moving to East Bay, it was difficult to find a decent place. At some places, the broth is good, but the meat quality isn't, or vice versa. After seeing many people recommending Pho Huong Que on Reddit, I decided to try it. Their broth is savory, and their meat quality is great. I always get Pho Chin Bo Vien (Pho with brisket and beef balls). I also tried their Nem Nuong Rolls, which was okay. It's missing the crispy eggroll inside, which I like in Nem Nuong. They mango salad is to die for. Very refreshing and has tons of flavor. The area is sketchy, but they have a small private parking lot, which is a plus. read more

Pho Huong Que - Pho Chin Bo Vien - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Food was good and the staff was nice and attentive. Most did not speak much English but made an effort to ensure they were understood. Greatly appreciated the parking lot. I had a chicken and shrimp meal over the noodles and it was refreshing and a good serving size. The kids that had seafood pho and they said it was great. Would have loved chili oil but they had more or a chili tomato sauce. Overall good experience and service. read more

A small little restaurant with a busy vibe. Most tables were occupied & patrons kept coming in & out, so that is always reassuring since it was out 1st time at Pho Huong Que. Tables had chopsticks, spoons, sauces & even pickled vegetables but no napkins. Orders: A1 Goi Cuon $7.25 Shrimp Rice Paper Appetizer Fresh ingredients & shrimp was of substantial size. The peanut sauce seemed house made so it was good. Always an item to order when I want something not fried & pretty light. #15 Pho Tai Chin $11.45 consists of Rare steak, BRISKET not bisket(a misprint),Flank & Tendon Excellent brothy bowl of noodles with just enough brisket, flank steak & tendon to satisfy. #42 Com Suom $11.45 grilled pork chop w.rice was marinated well & kudos to the grill master who charred the pork enough to get that BBQ flavor to entice your palate to ask for more. As impressed as I was with the food, the bathroom also impressed me as well. I really feel a sense of comfort knowing they value the state of this establishment. Another aspect I look for in a restaurant is the Passing green sign posted from the Alameda County Environmental Health Dept. Thank you for a wonderful meal & peace of mind knowing Pho Huong Que cares about the cleanliness of it's customers. read more

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Came here for brunch on a Saturday with my wife, we saw a lot of reviews that have pushed this corner restaurant in Little Saigon to #1 for Pho. I must admit, the reviews are justified. It also passes the eye test when you see it's clearly family owned and the conversations filling the ambiance are anything but English. Grandma is definitely cooking in the back so you're in for a treat. She ordered the #1 (Pho Special) that was loaded with all the available protein options and I got the #13 (Flank, Brisket, and Rare beef). As an appetizer we tried the Marinated chicken wings (A10) Both Pho options we ordered in regular size which is plenty of food for one sitting, even after a workout. The broth especially stood out, honestly comes out with excellent flavor and color straight from the kitchen. You only need to add spice to your taste preference if you so desire. There were multiple pieces of protein to fill your needs there. The marinated wings had great flavor as well, a little on the skinnier side and the meat was not as tender but let's be honest, you're coming here for the Pho. They did more than a decent job on these. The service was good. We were greeted as soon as we entered the door. There may be a little bit of a language barrier with the staff but if you're not new to Vietnamese cuisine this shouldn't deter you from navigating the menu and enjoying great food. The food came out very quickly and we were satiated with the portion sizes. This place won't hurt your pockets either. Consider it saved in my personal Oakland collection for Pho spots. I think you will do the same. read more

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Still the best, veggie pho I get now with chicken broth, always fresh and very nice service love them!!

For a while I didn't know the difference between Pho and Ramen. I've had both, but now I know Pho is Vietnamese and Ramen is Japanese. I didn't know which dish I preferred until now. Pho is the ONE, not the two. I just wanna start this off with saying it's been hard for me to find somewhere that I really like for pho and/or ramen. I mean "repeat customer" kind of like. After passing this place several times over the course of several years, I finally gave it a go. Perk - there is a parking lot. Price - amazing. A small order of pho is $11. "Small" is more like a medium serving. Service - quick and friendly Ambiance - busy. There were some empty places, but I've never seen this place just empty. There is also one table right outside of the restaurant for dining. As someone stated in a previous review, a lot of the menu is written in Vietnamese. I think the dishes that are most popular are actually on the menu and in print on a small page included in the menu. Per usual I ordered shrimp pho. It came pretty quickly and I added all the fixings - sprouts, jalapeños, and basil. For spice, I asked for a side of chili sauce - that is what took this already good pho up a notch. I couldn't finish the small order of pho and ended up needing a to-go box. I did have an appetizer, but I've learned my lesson. When going for pho, just skip the appetizer. Appetizers and pho leave me feeling like I need to walk it off, which I should do anyway but hey, the point of this is to say the prices are great when it comes to getting your money's worth. I'd say we go our money's worth and then some it was so good. read more

Pho Huong Que - Pho shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

One of the best Vietnamese place I've been to in terms of the Pho. We got the #6 for the Pho, which came with brisket and steak, and rice noodles. The flavor of the broth is amazing and the portion size is very large. We also got their pork vermicelli, which was excellent as well. Their cold shrimp rolls were very good with the peanut sauce. You don't come here for the ambiance or the service, although the ambiance was fine and the service was friendly and efficient. A must return visit! read more

Pho Huong Que - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

I love pho so much so I came here with high expectations and it did not disappoint. It's a very simple homey restaurant: no real frills around - simple tables and seats around. It's exactly what you would expect from an excellent pho place: if your food is excellent, you don't need the additional distractions. The staff were busy but took my order and brought out the food fairly quickly. The quantity was great: I ordered the #28, which I believe is the same size as the large pho bowl. For the price (~$15), you really can't beat it. The pho was also incredible. The broth is incredibly well seasoned without relying too much on salt or having one flavor overpower the others: it was perfectly savory and just what you would want on a chilly day. I went half egg and rice noodles and both noodles were cooked to perfection. The shrimp, quails, pork intestine & liver were all very tasty and tasted incredible in the broth. This is really excellent pho for an amazing price so I would recommend this to everyone! read more

Pho Huong Que - #28 - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Recognized this building from back when it was Pho Ao Sen and was excited to try out Pho Huong Que seeing its high ratings. This place is also worth trying if you're vegetarian or just one of those apparently rare people who don't like beef and generally prefer poultry, tofu and veggies like me. Their veg menu is quite extensive for a Vietnamese restaurant and they actually have 3 different vegetarian fresh spring roll choices which makes them heroes in my book. It seems a lot of reviewers rave about their broth but I have to say it was sweeter than most pho broths I've tried. After reading more of the reviews here it seems a couple of others have also commented on this. So if you like a touch of sweetness definitely check it out but I don't usually like sweet in my savory so it's not to my taste. Interestingly the Pho ga we tried on our second visit seemed less sweet than the beef or veg broth. Although the few menu items I've tried (other than the veg fresh spring rolls!) haven't quite suited my overly specific and picky palate, there are still a few options I'm excited to try, so I'll be back- especially since this is a no nonsense dining experience where the focus is on providing fresh food in good portions at a good value- just the way I like it. Quick and friendly service as well :-) read more

Loved this neighborhood gem in little Saigon in Oakland. Very simple no fuss vibes. Family run business and kept nice and clean. I was feeling little sick so I always turn to Pho in such cases and so happy to have come here. I had pho Tai nr 3 the simply beef pho and loved it. It made me feel much better as soon as I had that magical broth. I will be back for more pho Magic :) read more

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4.5 stars. Favorite for hot noodle soup! Authentic and family-owned spot that has nursed me back to health when I was recovering from the flu or a night out. Love their Bun Bo Hue Chay and veggie spring rolls. I've also tried their veggie pho which I wouldn't recommend, but the seafood pho was good! Service is quick and straightforward, and has been rude here and there, but the food is too good for me to honestly care! I'll always put people on to it. read more

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Really delicious pho tai that was fresh and made to order and came out quickly. The staff was friendly and it was not too busy. Tables were clean with one bathroom in the back. Good for families with kids. Can't wait to go back to try their other dishes like grilled pork, spring rolls, and smoothies. read more

Pho Huong Que - 3. Rare Steak Pho - Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Nice staff and quick service. Would come here again for an affordable bowl of pho that is sure to leave you feeling full and comfortable. I liked the handwritten menu it really showed how much heart the owners put into this place. The formatting was a bit crowded that I didn't see there are three bowl sizes: small, medium, and large. Onto the food. The broth was flavorful and hot. The noodles were well cooked. Some of the basil and cilantro was a bit wilted that day but I did not mind much. read more

Pho Huong Que - #15 - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

It was a hot weekend so I started my morning walk around the lake with an avocado smoothie. It was so yummy. Your classic Vietnamese avocado smoothie: smooth and creamy! Not to sweet. And by the time I was done walking the lake it was lunchtime so I returned to get a bowl of pho. I ordered the the Bun Bo Hue to go, which was delicious. Broth was flavorful yet light, exactly what I wanted! Craving fulfilled! read more

Pho Huong Que - Avocado smoothie hit the spot - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Pho Huong is a pretty good spot. Flavorful broth, good portion size, fast service. Definitely will fufill any pho craving you might have.

Haven't been here since it use to be Ao Sen years ago. Authentic Vietnamese cuisine with lots of options on the menu. Ordered the pho dac biet so I could try all the meats. Broth came out piping hot, full of flavor and spices. Meat was tender and higher quality compared to other pho restaurants in the area. There's a small parking lot and outdoor seating available. They're on DoorDash as well, and I appreciate being able to order delivery when I'm too busy to dine in. read more

A gem of a Vietnamese restaurant! Great food, service, and value/affordable! It's nice they have a small parking lot next to/behind the restaurant. Group of 4 was able to get seated quickly on a Sunday for lunch. Kind of love that the menu is handwritten (in English, Vietnamese, and Chinese). No frills for the ambiance. My family ordered Bun Bo hue and Pho dac biet (regular size). I ordered Bun thit nuong cha gio, and the avocado smoothie. *The pho was decent and had an authentic clean broth. My parents said the pho noodles were made of dry versus fresh noodles so it has a slightly different taste but they were still pretty good. Lots of meat and soft tendon. They thought it was 8/10. *The bun thit nuong (vermicelli with grill pork) was solid and I enjoyed it! I ordered the dish with the cha gio (egg roll - though not in the photo) and that was fried really nicely as well. I'd say 9/10. *Avocado smoothie - buttery goodness of real avocado and nice consistency. 10/10 *Bun Bo hue - my husband attests to it being filled with meat and flavorful Definitely found a great spot for Viet food and excited to come back! read more

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Was working in the area and kept getting emergency calls non stop so I was that kinda jerk that showed up 5 min before closing and they graciously sat me down, I ordered the Grilled Pork rice plate and it did not disappoint! I scarfed it down along with the fish sauce! One of the better rice plates I've had. Place was clean too. Only Con is they charge 4% for using a card. I didn't have cash on me. read more

Pho Huong Que - Grilled Pork Rice Plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

In town for work and ordered this to go - IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! I've been burned in the past by food in Oakland so I was a little afraid of the high reviews. This place is legit. My order arrived in a reasonable amount of time and was still pretty fresh. I ordered to go so no idea about the ambiance here. But here's what I can say....The spring rolls were top notch. The grilled pork, vermicelli and rolls were *chefs kiss* amazing. Honestly, this place may change the way i feel about food in Oakland! read more

Pho Huong Que was recommended by a friend in our friends group. My partner and I actually tried this place once for takeout previously but it didn't make a big impression on us because we only got an order of spring rolls that time. This time, we were dining in with a large party. I think we got to Pho Huong Que around 1:30PM, right around the time people finishing up lunch. They have a small parking lot and luckily we were able to grab a spot!  I'm surprised about their menu items. There's just a lot of menu items I haven't come across in any other Vietnamese restaurants. I was feeling a bit adventurous today, so I opted for #31 Phnom Penh Rice Noodle & Egg Noodle (Dry). My partner got their Special Combo - Pho Dac Biet, and between the two of us, we also shared a Papaya Salad and a Salty Lemonade.  Orders came pretty quickly! Our Papaya Salad came first. The green papaya was mild tasting, refreshing, and crunchy. They almost look like onion slivers. But they added some crispy garlic, I think, which added a nice texture. The shrimp chips were a nice addition. The shrimp and pork were nicely cooked - not overcooked and there's a good amount of all ingredients to get a bit of everything every bite. As for my Phnom Penh Rice Noodle & Egg Noodle, I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. It was a recommended dish on Yelp. I opted for both Rice Noodle and Egg Noodle to see which noodle I liked with this entree more. And personally, I liked the rice noodles more because it has a chewy texture to it. My boyfriend, on the other hand, loves egg noodles, so I'm sure if he got this dish, he'll opt for all egg noodles. To each their own! They both mixed well with the sauce that pooled on the bottom! There's plenty of toppings - shrimp, beef tongue (I think), quail eggs, cuttle fish, minced pork, and some bits of more crispy garlic for that added crunch. I love the soft chewiness of the beef tongue. The cuttle fish was smooth and chewy - perfectly cooked! For just $14.25 I have to say this is a good bang for your buck if you love variety! My dish came with both a side of fresh veggies (bean sprouts and something I don't know the name of, but it was good!). The pork that comes in the soup is deliciously fall-apart-tender! One of my favorite way to eat pork. Simply boiled in soup. The soup isn't pho broth, but it was clear and flavorful. I think it'd be especially warming on a cold day. Lastly, the Salty Lemonade! It's refreshing, half salty and half sweet. If you like preserved lemon peels, this drink is for you. Although my partner shared this with me, I was pretty tempted to get another order for myself! Service was minimal, but everything we tried here was really good for the price point. I love that they have menu items that aren't seen elsewhere. Next time we're coming back, I need to try one of their more unique spring rolls! A solid 4.5 stars! read more

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We ordered a grilled chicken/grilled pork rice plate and a pho. The rice plate was alright - meat was flatten and a bit on the thin side. The pho wasn't good - they gave me all freezer burn beef slices and the broth was a bit on the sweeter side. I'm quite disappointed. If you pay in cash, it's a bit cheaper. read more

Pho Huong Que - Freezer burn beef slices - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Great service and comfortable place! I got their grilled pork vermicelli with egg rolls! The egg rolls were good -- solid with fish sauce. Meat and pickled veggies were excellent. Overall, good and satisfactory. The noodles were a little not to my liking. Not sure if they were a little undercooked, but stuck together and slightly powdery. But mixing in veggies and meat made it fine. My friend also got vermicelli and really enjoyed hers so it could have been just my bowl type of thing. Very gracious with their amount of noodles!! read more

Pho Huong Que - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

We got the pho dac biet and vegetarian bun bo hue and both were delicious! Sizeable portions. Dedicated vegetarian menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have an outdoor patio if you want to sit outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The host was v friendly. Can't wait to return! read more

Solid pho spot in the Oakland area! I came with some friends and we got pho and bun bo hue. The pho broth was fragrant and was rich in flavor. The bun bo hue was good but wish it was a little more beefy. The bowls here are deceiving - it looks small but I felt like I was eating forever. Not complaining bout it tho! I also liked how there's pickled garlic on the side. There's a small parking lot but street parking isn't too bad in this area. Can't wait to come back when I'm craving pho or BBH. read more

Pho Huong Que - 40. Spicy Beef Noodle Soup - Bun Bo Hue. - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Very nice people and tasty, fresh food. We got a grilled pork rice poste, a grilled beef rice plate and a vermicelli plate with chicken and prawns. They were all delicious and the servings were generous and there were plenty of fresh condiments. They came with a bowl of tasty broth. read more

Came here on a Friday morning, we ordered the Bun Bo Hue, Combo Pho and the Hu Tieu. Everything came out nice and hot and I'd say pretty good portions. Pricing is nice as well and they have a parking lot which fits about 6-7 cars if I remember correctly. read more

Pho Huong Que - Bun Bo hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

100% no frills unpretentious service and ambience. Menus are all handwritten on notebook paper, family/workers all communicate in vietnamese, and tables are slightly sticky which to me means its super authentic. Has small parking lot that can fit 6-8 cars. We were able to snag one of the last spots on a Monday night round 6. Got the tripe and flank pho. The pho on first sip was a bit heavier on taste/salt than I'm used to from my mother in law, who likes to preach that pho is supposed to be flavorful but also light. Even though it surprised me at first, it quickly won me over with every subsequent spoonful. The tripe here feels more like super thin cut pork belly, but delicious. I also love how for kids they provide you a small kids bowl your own mom would have and scissors to help cut noodles like you do at home. Absolutely love this place and will 100% be back! read more

My fave pho spot in the bay so far. You know it's authentic when the waitress is a rude grandmother and the food runner is a middle schooler doing their homework behind the counter, and I love to see it. The broth is delicious and the portions are bountiful even for a regular size. My friends and I come here to eat a big bowl and recover from a previous night out, or just to gossip over a steaming bowl of tasty soup. I'd recommend this place any time and I'm so glad my friend put me on to it! read more

Pho Huong Que - 15. Tai, Chin, Nam, Gan - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

The pho here is just average and doesn't really stand out compared to other places. The prices feel a bit high for the quality you get. The location is in a rough area, which affects the overall experience. I didn't feel the value matched the cost. Overall, it was an okay visit but not somewhere I'd go out of my way to return. read more

I googled what is the best Vietnamese restaurant in Oakland. I came across Pho Houng Que in one of the reddit threads. I work in Emeryville and immediately checked out how far it was from my work. I t was about 3.2 miles away about a block from Lake Merritt. I ordered the vermicelli, with shrimp, egg roll and beef! I also ordered the avocado smoothie!! I love a lot of the shredded salad with pickled veggies, which they provided!!! It was perfect!!! Highly recommended! New Fave Spot! read more

Pho Huong Que - Avocado Smoothie and Vermicelli, beef, shrimp and egg roll!!! Yum!!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Ordered take-out and was pleased with the flavors and authenticity of all the dishes we ordered. Would definitely recommend!

Was craving some pho, cause cold season is creeping into the restaurant I work at. Ended up getting couple of things to try. Started with the vermicelli with shrimp, grilled pork and egg rolls. Shrimps were overcooked, but had great char and good flavor. Served with a couple pieces of thin grilled pork shoulder, amazing flavor on these. With a side salad and some kind of sweet clear dressing. If you have a peanut allergy ask for dish without peanuts. Added a little soy, and ended up eating the whole dish. Egg rolls were fried hard and a bit dry. Overall really tasty! Have the pho and a papaya salad for dinner. read more

Pho Huong Que - Vermicelli with shrimp and pork - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Great vegan options! I got the vegan beef soup. Really really good. Service good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Pho Huong Que - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California