Tay Ho Restaurant - Oakland

4.8 (2)

$31 to $50

Vietnamese

344 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607

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Tay Ho Restaurant - Oakland

4.8

$31 to $50

Vietnamese

Oakland

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2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Tay Ho in Oakland is a combination restaurant and bar that makes its specialty Northern Vietnamese street food. In particular, this means that the restaurant provides its customers with banh cuon, which are steamed rice noodles rolled by hand. Using ingredients fresh from the farm, Tay Ho aims to please you with the best possible Vietnamese dining experience. Since the banh cuon is such a popular staple at Tay Ho, diners are advised to get to the establishment early enough before the noodles are all gone. By calling ahead, you can ensure that there is enough of this wonderful food available for you to enjoy.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Contact
(510) 836-6388
Website
https://tayhooaklandrestaurantandbar.godaddysites.com/about
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Looking for the perfect setting for your next celebration, corporate gathering, or intimate dinner? Tay Ho offers private dining experiences that combine our soulful Vietnamese cuisine with Oakland's warmest hospitality. From curated multi-course menus to cocktail pairings, we create unforgettable moments around the table. Inquire on our website.

Location
344 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607
Neighborhood
Oakland
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Concierge
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Chili "D"
vodka / passion fruit / lemon / basil / jalapeño / yusu (Denise's garden)
Hanoi Hipster
House infused "pho spices" bourbon / dolin rouge / bitters
Da-Nang Sling
gin / lychee / cucumber / elderflower liqueur / lemon / jasmine tea
Negroni Por Vida
organic mezcal / dolin rouge / aperol / bitters
Saigon Traffic
spiced rum / elderflower liqueur / passion fruit / lemon
Mai Tai (Oakland Original Recipe)
rum / curaçao / orgeat / lime
Mekong
whiskey / ginger liqueur / bitters
NI_NA_NU_NO (Knee_Nah_Noo_Nuh)
cognac / whiskey / rum / campari / ginger
12th & Webster
blanco tequila / satsuma liqueur / ancho reyes chile liqueur / lime

Whites & Bubbles

Harken `15 Chardonnay (Central Coast)
- Bottle$34.00
- Glass$9.00
- 1/2 Glass$4.50
Domaine du Tariquet `14 Chardonnay (France)
- Bottle$34.00
- Glass$9.00
- 1/2 Glass$4.50
Kris `16 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie, Italy)
- Bottle$30.00
- Glass$8.00
- 1/2 Glass$4.00
Mud House `16 Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)
- Bottle$30.00
- Glass$8.00
- 1/2 Glass$4.00
FAT Bastard `14 Sauvignon Blanc (France)
- Bottle$40.00
- Glass$10.00
- 1/2 Glass$5.00
Dashe '15 Dry Riesling (Potter Valley)
Local Wine
- Bottle$45.00
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
Raymond `14 Chardonnay (Napa County)
- Bottle$40.00
Dom. William Fevre `16 Chablis (France)
- Bottle$40.00
Louis Martini, Moscato Amabile (Napa County)
Dessert Wine
- Bottle$40.00
Prosecco (Spain) 375ml
- Bottle$8.00
Taittinger NV Brut Champagne (France) 375ml
- Bottle$22.00

Reds

Firesteed `14 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
This goes well with all of our beef dishes
- Bottle$34.00
- Glass$9.00
- 1/2 Glass$5.00
Purple Heart `14 Red Blend (Napa Valley)
Proceeds go to Veterans & Purple Heart Foundation
- Bottle$34.00
- Glass$9.00
- 1/2 Glass$5.00
Hahn `14 Pinot Noir (Monterey County)
- Bottle$45.00
Louis Martini `12 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- Bottle$45.00
Dashe `16 Zinfandel- Les E'nfant Terribles (Mendocino)
This goes well with our sizzling beef dish. Local Wine
- Bottle$45.00

Craft Beer / Bottles / Non-Alcoholic

Rotating Tap
Ask us about what we've brought in this week from the local breweries
- 10oz$7.00
- 16oz$9.00
Tay Ho Beer Flights
pick your poison
- 3 x 4.5oz$9.00
Dealer's Choice
bartender's choice
- 3 x 4.5oz$7.00

Bottles & Cans

Scrimshaw Pilsner$5.00
Fort Bragg$5.00
PBR$3.00
Milwaukee$3.00
Wisconsin$3.00

Non-Alcoholic

Carbonated Water & Soft Drinks$2.50
House Made Ginger-mint Soda$5.00
House Made Sparkling Lemonade$4.00
Thai Iced Tea$4.00
Vietnamese Style Iced/Hot Coffee$4.00
Vietnamese Style Cafe Mocha (Iced Only)$5.00
Tay Ho Blend Drip Coffee - Pour-Over Style$4.00
French Press Coffee - Single Serving Pot$4.00

Loose Leaf Tea

$5; Single Serving Pot

Oolong Tea - Trà Ô Long
Green Tea - Trà Xanh
Dragon Pearl Green Tea - Trà Tân Long Châu
Chrysanthemum (Caffeine-Free) - Trà Bông Cúc

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Tay Ho Restaurant - Oakland.

4.8

(2)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

2 Reviews

J
John Gold
San Francisco49 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Tay ho is my favorite Vietnamese restaurant. It’s a little more expensive than some but the servings are generous and the staff is great
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Linda Gold
San Diego200 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The broth was pretty good. The amount of food was more than I expected, they give you good portion amounts and lots of meat in their PHO. After I ordered, the food was delivered within 10 mins, very quick. I sat at the bar, not the most comfortable since there is very little leg room but it was fine since I wasn’t there long.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Contact
(510) 836-6388
Website
https://tayhooaklandrestaurantandbar.godaddysites.com/about
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Looking for the perfect setting for your next celebration, corporate gathering, or intimate dinner? Tay Ho offers private dining experiences that combine our soulful Vietnamese cuisine with Oakland's warmest hospitality. From curated multi-course menus to cocktail pairings, we create unforgettable moments around the table. Inquire on our website.

Location
344 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607
Neighborhood
Oakland
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Featured in

April 8, 2026
Driver crashes into Oakland’s Tay Ho restaurant three times, owners say
A car crashed into Tay Ho at 344 12th St. three times early Wednesday, causing significant damage; the owners described it as an attempted burglary, though authorities had not confirmed that account. A fundraiser was launched to help pay for repairs and security improvements.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle

FAQs

Portions at Tay Ho tend to be generous, guests report hearty bowls and servings, with some parties taking leftovers to go.

Tay Ho feels warm and modern with a friendly, laid-back vibe, it also has a bar with counter seating and is often recommended for a relaxed date night.

Tay Ho’s popular banh cuon often sells out, plan an early lunch visit (the kitchen’s banh cuon is available before 3pm); calling ahead can help ensure it’s there.

Yes, Tay Ho is welcoming to families; several guests describe bringing children and enjoying relaxed meals together with kid-friendly menu picks.

Yes, Tay Ho is often recommended for a date night thanks to its warm, modern atmosphere and attentive service.

Yes, the owner’s notes encourage calling ahead to ensure popular items like the banh cuon are available.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

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Tay Ho Restaurant - Oakland

4.8

$31 to $50

Vietnamese

Oakland

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Tay Ho Restaurant - Oakland

Make a reservation

Tay Ho Restaurant - Oakland

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Cocktails

Chili "D"

Hanoi Hipster

Da-Nang Sling

Negroni Por Vida

Saigon Traffic

Mai Tai (Oakland Original Recipe)

Mekong

NI_NA_NU_NO (Knee_Nah_Noo_Nuh)

12th & Webster

Whites & Bubbles

Harken `15 Chardonnay (Central Coast)

Domaine du Tariquet `14 Chardonnay (France)

Kris `16 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie, Italy)

Mud House `16 Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)

FAT Bastard `14 Sauvignon Blanc (France)

Dashe '15 Dry Riesling (Potter Valley)

Raymond `14 Chardonnay (Napa County)

Dom. William Fevre `16 Chablis (France)

Louis Martini, Moscato Amabile (Napa County)

Prosecco (Spain) 375ml

Taittinger NV Brut Champagne (France) 375ml

Reds

Firesteed `14 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)

Purple Heart `14 Red Blend (Napa Valley)

Hahn `14 Pinot Noir (Monterey County)

Louis Martini `12 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)

Dashe `16 Zinfandel- Les E'nfant Terribles (Mendocino)

Craft Beer / Bottles / Non-Alcoholic

Rotating Tap

Tay Ho Beer Flights

Dealer's Choice

Bottles & Cans

Scrimshaw Pilsner$5.00

Fort Bragg$5.00

PBR$3.00

Milwaukee$3.00

Wisconsin$3.00

Non-Alcoholic

Carbonated Water & Soft Drinks$2.50

House Made Ginger-mint Soda$5.00

House Made Sparkling Lemonade$4.00

Thai Iced Tea$4.00

Vietnamese Style Iced/Hot Coffee$4.00

Vietnamese Style Cafe Mocha (Iced Only)$5.00

Tay Ho Blend Drip Coffee - Pour-Over Style$4.00

French Press Coffee - Single Serving Pot$4.00

Loose Leaf Tea

Oolong Tea - Trà Ô Long

Green Tea - Trà Xanh

Dragon Pearl Green Tea - Trà Tân Long Châu

Chrysanthemum (Caffeine-Free) - Trà Bông Cúc

Additional information

Driver crashes into Oakland’s Tay Ho restaurant three times, owners say

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