Extremely flavorful chicken pho noodle soup, I can see why! They have outdoor seating and I am so glad I sat outside. It was extremely busy inside. I will be back with my family! I ate my fresh shrimp spring rolls so fast, it was so good but I was also really hungry lol I had to order the mini shrimp pancakes because it looked like it's a "must" order... The waitresses were super friendly and quick with taking my order! To the owner(s): Please do not change your ingredients in your food menu! Thank you for offering delicious pho! read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Chicken Pho, Mini Shrimp Pancakes which comes with basil mint lettuce wrap! - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

This was our first time here. We started off with a simple cup of Napa cabbage soup just to see what it was since it was only $5 and there were no pics. It was tasty. Pretty underwhelming but, it had a nice seafood forward broth and it was very hot with tiny pieces of shrimp and lots of cabbage. I'd get it again. Then we got the chicken salad. Delicious. Shrimp chips were fun and the dressing had a great balance of sweet, and vinegary flavor with lots of chicken and fresh veg. Pork bahn mi was just okay. I've definitely had better. Bread was good. Meat was pretty sparse and the pickled veg could have had more flavor. Probably would order the pho next time. Everyone seemed to have that on their tables. And the sizzling beef looked great. Service was quick and courteous. I'll be back to try more read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Cabbage Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

While looking for something on the way, I found this place thanks to Yelp. There is a dedicated parking lot which was a bonus. There are tables inside and outside for dining. The beef pho was ok. The broth was on the sweet side. The sticky rice (zoi man) was fantastic though. It came with quail egg, pate, Vietnamese ham, sweet sausage, scallion oil, fried shallot, and house sauce with a choice of chicken or pork. I went with the pork which was nicely chargrilled. The entree didn't look too big, but it was quite filling. Service was quick. Overall, I'm glad I found this place! read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Sticky Rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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We searched all over Oakland looking for Banh Khot and we found it here and I did not disappoint. They only serve these after 3 PM.

We were in the area figuring out where to eat when a lady eating Bánh Khọt in the her freakin' car came up on my feed. Eating anything with nước chấm in the car is diabolical. With my luck, my car would smell like hello kitty for weeks. Anyhow, I found Mẹ Và Con on yelp, a mother-daughter owned resto that opened in 2024. They serve bánh khọt and have outdoor seating so we headed over. Thankfully, we arrived before the Sunday dinner rush (~5:45 pm) and before the parking lot was filled. Rezzies are accepted (via phone). M E N U Viet Cuisine with some elevated, modern twists (no specific regional specialty). Smaller menu than your typical hole-in-the-wall with 25-30 items including AZN fusion items like shrimp ceviche, kimchi pasta and tom yum pasta. Beer, wine, and soju cocktails available. F O O D * Bò Tái Chanh: Beef Carpaccio w/ Thai basil, fried shallot, house tangerine sauce ($18): https://tinyurl.com/nhcn9kxw - Served at dinner only Fresh, tender slices of beef carpaccio with a sweetness from the tangerine sauce and white onions. I appreciate their twist (tangerine sauce instead of nước chấm) but it was too one note for me...IMO, it needed acid and herbs. Plus, I miss the texture of peanuts. * Bánh Khọt: Viet Mini Pancakes w/ shrimp, coconut milk batter, herbs, pickles ($24): https://tinyurl.com/34nx7sat - Served at dinner only Fav dish of the night, the savory bánh khọt was delicately crispy and slightly custardy in the center with a snappy shrimp drizzled with fragrant scallion oil. It came with romaine, mint, and perilla leaves neatly layered for easy wrapping. The lettuce was a bit soft and soggy tho, and I think they forgot the pickled veggies. Served with a tiny portion of tangy sweet nước chấm. * Bò Lúc Lắc: Shaking Beef w/ soy, garlic, onion, cherry tomato, arugula ($26): https://tinyurl.com/3rkpukct Meltingly tender cubes of filet mignon but light on the seasoning and aromatics so it was bland. Also, was hoping for more smoky wok hei flavor. * Thịt Kho Tàu: Braised Pork Belly w/ hard boiled eggs, rice ($21): https://tinyurl.com/mr2evryw - Includes bowl of rice A traditional dish served during Lunar New Year, it symbolizes prosperity, warmth, and stability. Chunks of pork belly are caramelized in sugar and braised in coconut soda and fish sauce - rich, savory with a good ratio of lean meat to fat (4 pieces). Wish they used more braising liquid when warming up, as some pieces were a bit dry. S E R V I C E Warm, friendly hospitality. Food does take awhile tho...our first dish took about 30 minutes to arrive. A M B I A N C E Casual, no-frills indoor area with about 10-12 tables. Cute covered patio in the parking lot with 5 tables and fairy lights. Overall, Mẹ Và Con is a great place to introduce people that are new to Viet cuisine and/or you're looking for Viet dishes with different twist. read more

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Ran by a mother and daughter! We started going when it first opened and it has always been so amazing!!! Service is super friendly and they alwayssssss welcome us with big smiles! Super friendly and super accommodating with our two babies! The brothhhhhhhh is what always brings us back!!! You can tell its different! DELICIOUS IS WHAT IT IS! the mango beef spring rolls we had in the beginning was delicious but havent seen it on their menu lately SAD but one of our tooooooop go to viet spots TOP 3 read more

Mini Pancakes Bahn Khot -- super fresh, fragrant and flavorful. I love the basil and mint that came with the roll. Every mouthful had a nice hint of buttery flavor from the pancake and then a hint of freshness from the veggies. Spicy Shaken Beef Pho -- flavorful beef broth, perfect amount of saltiness, lots of fresh beef slices. Super filling and warm! The food was delicious and fresh! Would come back and try their other dishes, their standard pho was yummy and flavorful! read more

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Came here on a Friday evening and got seated right away. It's a pretty casual spot for Vietnamese fusion food. We ordered some egg rolls to share and each got the Banh Thot, which are coconut turmeric pancakes with shrimp and fresh lettuce and herbs. It's super refreshing and delicious! We also got the coconut kumquat drinks. I love this spot when I'm craving Viet food. Highly recommend giving them a try. They have a parking lot, the service is quick, and prices are reasonable. read more

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Not your typical Vietnamese restaurant in a very good way. The main focus is not on pho or bahn mi. Most of the entrees we got came on a hot pot. Very different than what I was expecting. The food was super delicious. Everything was well done. The service is on the slower side but definitely worth the wait. Loved every bite of the Ginger Chicken. The chicken was amazingly tender and tasty. read more

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We got the braised pork belly, the beef pho, and the Vietnamese coffee tiramisu. The braised pork belly was amazing--super tender, well marinated, and had a great sweet and savory flavor. The beef pho was pretty good; it's not my favorite pho because the beef was a bit dry, but the broth was good. The Vietnamese coffee tiramisu was amazing--the coffee didn't taste burnt, and the cream was delicious and thick. It took about 20 minutes for our food to come, but it was busy. The restaurant is pretty clean but small, so there's not a lot of seating. read more

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$20 beef Pho was: truly excellent. The broth had a slightly different taste to it compared to other pho I've eaten. Despite the rain, Sunday lunch was popping off. read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Beef Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

Me Va Con on Telegraph, mother and daughters running it and you feel the care in every plate. Name means "mother and child" in Vietnamese and the menu earns that warmth. Banh khot are the must order, crispy mini shrimp pancakes served with butter lettuce, mint, and shiso, each one a little bite that works perfectly on its own. read more

Went here for dinner just to check it out. The menu was not overwhelming like some restaurants leaving you confused on what to order. We were set with the standard fresh spring rolls and chicken wings. For my entree, I had no doubts about braised pork belly. When it arrived, it was reminiscent of Filipino adobo with a hint of Star anise. Not a fan, but I ate it anyway. Ate very little at a time because I needed to ratio out the fat to meat and there was so much fat in the pork belly swimming in the oily sauce. I needed something to break up the oiliness like a vinegary daikon. Presentation and customer service a 10! Would I return, for sure! read more

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Arrived to the comforting smells of Vietnamese cooking on an exceptionally warm Friday evening. Inside and outside seating were full of Berkeleyites, but surprisingly there weren't the long lines that usually come with this part of the East Bay. We waited about 10 minutes before being seated. The space had that warm, neighborhood-restaurant vibe you hope for. Let me start by saying I genuinely wanted to like this place. It's local, it's Vietnamese, and it even has dedicated parking -- which in Berkeley feels like winning the lottery. Here's where things fell apart: Water service: No water at the table. Not a dealbreaker for me, but every other table had water -- even ones without guests. It was a small detail that set the tone. Pacing: Drinks came out in about 10 minutes. We ordered everything at the same time, but my date's entrée arrived nearly 20 minutes before mine. The appetizer showed up somewhere in between both mains. I was close to asking for mine to be boxed up. It felt like the kitchen was overwhelmed with takeout orders. I get that restaurants get slammed -- especially on warm Friday nights -- but a little acknowledgment from the server would've gone a long way. Food: After living more than 20 years less than a mile from Little Saigon in San Jose, I feel like I have a decent sense of what Vietnamese food should taste like. This wasn't it. It wasn't bad -- just not distinctly Vietnamese. The noodles resembled Italian spaghetti (and didn't taste fresh), and nearly every dish leaned heavily sweet. It just missed the balance and brightness I'm used to. Payment: It wasn't clear how to pay. We saw one couple walk up to the counter, while another paid at the table. A little direction would help avoid that awkward "do we sit here or wander up front?" moment. I really did want this to be a new local go-to. Maybe it was an off night, but based on this visit, it didn't quite come together. P.S. Due to the responsiveness of the owner I'm adding another STAR. BB read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Broken Rice dish?? - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Went on a Saturday around 5pm, got busier around 6-7pm. Place has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Also has a mini parking lot which is nice. Service was quick and nice, didn't check in though. Bahn khot was flavorful, great with the veggies to wrap. Beef carpaccio was greatly prepared and tasted good. Chicken pho was simple, love that it came out temperature hot with hoisin, sriracha, and chili oil sauce. Carmelized ginger chicken came with rice, tasted ok. Chicken bbq plate was ok, had better. Braised pork belly also came with rice, taste was comforting. read more

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Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen opened a year ago where OB Town once was. Name refers to the mother & Daughter involved. Same small parking lot. Interior is small, probably like before. Outdoor dining area attached to entrance. Upon entering, it looked busy with people standing inside entrance wait in for a table. Minutes later, was acknowledged & assigned a seat. The small wooden chair had edgy sides which agitated my body parts. Not comfy. Offerings (Vietnamese): lunch specials, mama's platters, entrees & signature dishes, sandwich & more, drinks.. ordered soon after. 10 min. Food arrived. Slurps: Vietnamese dry noodle (17) with chicken & chicken broth on side. -chicken broth very sweet & savory, toppings on side had lettuce leaves, lime squeeze, bean sprouts, jalepenos & basil. Used lettuce to wrap various ingredients & ate it like a sandwich. -pork belly, onions, shallot & ground pork too small to notice. Chicken shreds plentiful but dry due to being cooked for broth. Shrimp & squid crunchy, tasty as was quail eggs. Rice noodles, herbs & bean sprouts added substance. Hoisin sauce & sriracha type condiments available. Didn't use. Interesting dish not wowed. Maybe mama's platter would have been better choice. 4.5 stars semi-worthy: ymmv. Qualtity: fresh ingredients. Quantity: plentiful. Reasonable $. read more

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I've been craving good viet food, and this definitely hit the spot. The banh khot was so good and I love all the veggies they give with it. The thit kho was good and definitely had a kick to it so believe them when they say it's spicy lol. And the sticky rice with pork hit the spot, it felt nostalgic and was made perfectly. There's a sign at the front that says to have patience and expect some wait times because they make everything to order and I found that to be true while the restaurant wasn't very full, so I wouldn't expect a quick in and out here. But so worth the wait! read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Possibly the best place to eat Vietnamese food in Berkeley. They have rich flavors and good food that tastes fresh! They have stars on the menu next to items they recommend, which is quite a few. Their appetizers of Bahn Khot (mini pancakes) are well done, but you also can't go wrong with the pho or the vermicelli bowls. Note that it is a lot of food so be prepared to take food home. The staff are really friendly and offer melon hard candies as a treat to-go. They have a rather spacious dining room and an outdoor patio. There is a parking lot, but during peak times, it is quite full. read more

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Came here on Saturday at around noon and it was relatively empty. There's also an outdoor seating area I think but today it was raining so that wouldn't have worked out. Inside, the ambiance was very nice, even with a rotating Christmas tree in the corner for a like holiday vibe. The group ordered a sticky rice with chicken, sticky rice with beef, and 2 clay pot cooked dishes (ginger chicken and braised pork). The sticky rice came within maybe 20 minutes and the clay pot dishes did take a significantly more time. I would say, that I wished they timed these dishes better because it's typical for parties to not start eating until everyone's food is there. As for flavor, all 4 dishes had it! I ordered the braised pork, and with a little hint of spice, the pork was so tender and the fat was flavored super nicely, would highly recommend if you want to enjoy a nice pork dish. The other dishes were also really great and I would highly recommend them as well. 4/5 stars just because of the wait time for the dishes but besides that I had no complaints at all! read more

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Stepping into Me Va Con felt like entering a slightly more upscale Vietnamese restaurant. They've clearly put more thought into the decor and menu than you typically see at a traditional pho spot. We ordered the beef pho ($20), crispy spring rolls ($11), and beef carpaccio ($18). The pho was solid, with a clear, deeply flavored broth and noodles that were slightly al dente, which I personally enjoyed. That said, for $20, it didn't feel especially memorable. The crispy spring rolls were fine, but I prefer the ones I make at home, so I'd probably skip them next time. I was especially excited to try the Vietnamese beef carpaccio, and the presentation was beautiful. The beef was fresh, evenly sliced, and topped with baby greens, onions, crispy fried onions, and edible flowers. Unfortunately, the sauce leaned far too citrusy for my taste and overpowered the flavors I wanted to come through, such as fish sauce, vinegar, and sugar. I also think a little more fried onion and garlic would have made the dish more flavorful and satisfying. Overall, we had a decent meal with both highlights and misses. They also offer dishes like bánh khọt and bò lúc lắc, which may be worth trying on a future visit. read more

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It has a parking lot! I ordered the beef pho and my sister ordered the miso udon and a pot of pandan tea. All of it was delicious. The service was fine, ambiance was cute. The place was clean and you can hear the cooks speaking Vietnamese in the kitchen, always a good sign. read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Beef pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

I was craving and needing a Vietnamese egg coffee. I came shortly after they opened. A lot of parking! The staff was nice and i didn't y long since they just opened . Coffee was good. I def want to come back and try the food. I really like how presentable everything is. You can tell they are professional. read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Vietnamese egg coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

This place got so many things right: plenty of parking, great service, great food, good value. I normally dont order anything other than pho at a Vietnamese restaurant coz pho is like the main dish and everything else just kinda feels meh, plus pho has everything you need (noodle, meat, vegie). This place is an exception. We ordered, besides chicken and beef pho, coconut prawn, crispy roll, and sizzling brisket. We loved the prawn and the crispy roll, they are amazing, especially when paired with the sauce. The brisket was a bit confusing, theres little meat and lots of rice, i dont really get what i am paying for in that dish. Both phos are really good. Chicken and beef are tender. The only thing I can fault is probably the amount of meat. Maybe I am too used to the XXXL meat around south bay. Anyway, I am willing to give this place a five star for the two appetizers alone, in spite of the brisket. There're flies in the establishment, so dont expect fine dining experience. But the table and dishes are clean. read more

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Food was good! Recently moved to Berkeley and I seem to keep coming here for Vietnamese! It's more of a Ha Noi (North) than Saigon (South) style, really good! Service was good, very attentive. read more

I usually stick to my pho orders at Viet restaurants, but I really enjoyed the variety of dishes I had at Me Va Con! We got: * beef carpaccio (which was nice and tangy, no weird raw meat taste) * bon koht (almost like savory egg tarts with shrimp inside -- this was my favorite thing of the night! it was so buttery and crispy) * broken rice plate with pork chop (well marinated and grilled meat; and the salad was refreshing combo) It was pretty busy and hard to find parking on the weekend, but would be interested in coming back in the future. All the things we got were on the slightly sweeter side which I don't usually prefer, but I thought they did it well here. read more

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First thing I noticed (other than the dedicated parking lot!) were the fresh sunflowers on each table..the people here are trying! Got a seat in the little outdoor patio, though they also have a fair amount of indoor seating. Staff were all super kind and welcoming. All the food coming out smelled amazing but I was getting a little nervous cause my food wasn't coming. Learned my lesson - good food takes time! Once my bun came out, it was well worth the wait. Every part of my meal was fresh and delicious. Fair pricing as well. Recommend. read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - bun bowl with pork - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

The food here is AMAZING!!!! My husband and I love pho, and we think this place has the best soup. So clean and so full of flavor! Their other dishes are also so good. Their staff is so hardworking, and even when there's a long line of people (this place is popular), they get you seated and your food served quickly! read more

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Really wanted to love this place to support small business owners. Unfortunately, the beef was really tough and chewy. We ended up spitting out the beef on the pho and sizzling rice. The sizzling rice was lack of flavor and came with a few pieces of chopped up brisket and corn kernels. Little pricey for the value you paid. Also, the garlic noodle had no garlic taste. On the other hand, I loved the crispy "pancake". The flavor was spot on and came out perfectly. Lastly, I had many cups of water after the meal. :( read more

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Me Va Con, meaning 'mother and child' in Vietnamese, offers traditional yet modern Viet Fusion cuisine. The building that it's in used to be home to one of my go-to Korean restaurants while I was in college so I was very eager to see what took its place. There is a small private parking lot attached to the building which is great! As you walk towards the entrance, you'll pass by their shaded large patio seating area. The indoor portion of the restaurant is bright, welcoming, and very clean. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was a big sign on the counter that reads: "We are not a fast food restaurant. Your food is made fresh every order. Please be patient." Not only did the sign catch my attention, but it made me even more excited because I knew I would be getting a hot 'home cooked' meal. The menu offers a fun variety of starters, viet street food, noodle soup, entrees, sides, & they have a dinner specials menu! I was very intrigued by the sound of the Tom Yum Pasta, but I was here on a mission-- to get a big bowl of pho. We ordered the Spicy Shaken Beef Pho at the spiciest level ($22), Banh Khot (Mini Crispy Shrimp Pancakes, dine-in only, $24), Xoi Man with Pork (Sticky Rice with house sauce & pork, sausage, + quail egg), and an Egg Coffee ($8). The food only took about 15 minutes to start coming out, the coffee came out within 5 minutes. The coffee was very dark, aromatic, and had a perfect amount of bitter to it. The egg foam was delicate, not too sweet, and has made it onto my 'East Bay Coffee Heads' collection. I will definitely be visiting regularly just to grab coffee. The sticky rice came out next. The presentation was fun & casual. The rice was laying on a pool of their sweet and savory house sauce & covered in a mountain of tender grilled pork. This dish could definitely have been a meal on its own. The spicy shaken beef pho came out and it was piping hot! It came with a more than generous serving of rice noodles and lots of thinly sliced beef. The broth itself was rich, deep in flavor, and not too fatty or greasy. At the spice level that I requested, I was hoping for more heat, but they do give you a container of their house made chili sauce that really packs a punch so I added a bit into my soup after tasting it. I can't wait to try their other noodle dishes. The Banh Khot, or mini pancakes with shrimp, were served in a very cute cast iron on top of a woven bamboo coaster/basket. It was also served with a platter layered with butter lettuce, mint, and purple shiso leaves, and of course, a small bowl of nuoc chaom (Viet dipping sauce). Each bite was so light, crispy, and refreshing! I really appreciated how the lettuce/shiso were presented. It made it much easier to prepare each wrap & it was so aesthetic. There was one hiccup that the staff fixed with grace. We had only ordered one bowl of the spicy shaken beef pho, but we were served two bowls. We let them know that we'd be okay with keeping/paying for the second bowl since it was already made. They still gave 20% off of our bill for the mistake. The staff is so kind & really wants to make sure you enjoy your meal. I cannot wait to dine here again soon! Definitely going to try the Ube Coffee next. read more

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Really cute aesthetic. I love how there is indoor and outside dining. We initially wanted to order the braised pork belly but they sold out. We came around 4:30 on Sunday. Service was superb. Servers came by multiple times to check up on us. The pork bahn mi was delicious. The baguette was crispy and flavorful. The vermicelli bowl with pork was delicious as well. Portion sizes were huge which left us satisfied and happy. The coconut match drink was amazing. A little pricey for the amount but still worth it. Will definitely be back soon! read more

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The servers were really friendly and the restaurant is very cozy. The food was so good and made me miss Vietnam so much! We had a pho which was a southern style and the broth was very good and they gave us nice Thai basil and bean sprouts. The spring rolls were really good with the peanut sauce. The bun thit nuong was also so good! Everything was delicious and very comforting. There's only a few Vietnamese restaurants I'd recommend and this is definitely one of them!! Definitely will have to come back to try other things :) we also got some strawberry lemonade and it was great too!! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by this location and the quality Vietnamese food. Arrived early for a weeknight dinner, and it was not that crowded, but the crowd came around 7:30 PM or 8 PM. Very fast service and nice ambience inside with a parking lot! I ordered the sizzling beef plate with rice (a chef special) and liked it more than Sizzling Lunch. Same concept, but higher quality and tastier in my opinion. We also got the braised pork belly and the shrimp appetizers which come with lettuce wrap, and a delicious sauce. I would definitely come back to try the pho, but definitely enjoyed the fusion dishes! read more

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We came here for a quick bite. Everything we ordered was delicious. Service was good. This is not a fancy place but a very casual restaurant with its own parking lot. I would definitely come back and try and try some of their items on the menu. read more

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Got this to go- very friendly service. Small but decent parking lot. Outdoor seating too available that is covered. Found this cute little space that offered braised pork belly. It was sooo good- perfectly soft and so flavored. The shaking beef was very good as well too- great spices and texture. I really liked it over salad with a lime! We will definitely be back to try their pho :) read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Braised Pork Belly - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Me Va Con has a modern take on Vietnamese food. The staff are friendly, the interior is clean, and the menu has classic and newer options. I started with a crispy roll, it was very flavorful, but didn't think there was enough given the price point, quality wise it was excellent. Then for the main I got the braised pork, it was super spicy and if you like hot foods this will be a perfect fit. Lastly I had a Vietnamese coffee too, this was on point as well. What I also saw was some cream type tom yum noodle dish on the dinner menu. I really want to try that too. read more

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I absolutely loved my first visit to Me Va Con. The dining area is simple, modern, and comfortable for informal dining. Staff are friendly and extremely helpful. They have a large parking lot for customer right on Telegraph ave. I ordered: Shankin Beef Spicy Pho: broth was savory, spicy, and unbelievably delicious. The noodles were plentiful. Beef was tender and flavorful. The perfect non-traditional pho. So good I want to eat it tomorrow. Tom Yum Pasta: it was sweet, sour, creamy, seafood-y, ever so light spice level. A very comforting dish. I really enjoyed my meal here and cannot wait to go back. read more

Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen - Shaking Spicy Shaken Beef Pho & Tom-Yum Pasta - Vietnamese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Might be one of my new favorite Vietnamese spots in the Bay! Super homey spot in Oakland that serves up comforting classics. We got the banh khot, spicy shaking beef pho, and braised pork belly. Highly recommend the banh khot and spicy sharing beef pho - both hit the spot for our group. I think the braised pork belly could've been a tad bit more tender / braised over heat a little longer but the flavor was nice and had a good kick. Egg vietnamese coffee was also balanced and strong. Wait times can be a bit longer during weekend peak hours but it's well worth the wait. read more

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Was in the mood for pho and decided we'd try someplace I haven't been before. I've had enough pho along the west coast to know what great pho should taste like and I haven't had the best luck in the Bay. So, the verdict? Extremely impressed. This is already on my top five list in a single visit. Went for the basics: beef pho, and salad roll with tofu. I was initially put off by the short menu and few options to add toppings (I didn't see any tendon or tripe for example), and worried it would be too bland or too sweet--but it was not. The broth was deeply flavorful and more savory. Meats were generous and meatballs were exceptional, maybe the best I've had. The basil and sprouts were garden fresh, and unusually, the rice noodles were exceptional, not at all soft or pressed together. I could genuinely taste the love here. It extended to the salad rolls which were generously portioned and used lightly fried tofu which I prefer. One additional note about the broth. It's a richer style than I normally like so I couldn't drink it to the last drop, but I can't fault its great flavor. The service was above average, with a spirited vibe. Loved everything, will be back to try more on the menu. read more

Loved the pandan green tea! Veg noodle - tasty and i appreciated all the different mushrooms in it (especially the fried one), but it did run pretty salty Beef pho - my sister said it's the best one she's had in the bay! Portions are generous. Service is mostly attentive, a little sporadic. We didn't get little guava candies at the end like other tables did, and had to ask for a bigger (proper) spoon for the pho. Biggest gripe was the teapot had a terrible design and will spill all over the table top. The bathroom was filled with funny Christmas decor that was an unexpected surprise. There's a parking lot too! Overall, very authentic and I will be returning. read more

Me Va Con is solid! I'm so glad a friend booked reservations for Sunday dinner because even though it was 5:30 PM it was already full! Our group got a variety to try. The staff was helpful and accommodating and the food was delicious. They got some traditional dishes but their signature dishes are very outside the box, like Spicy Shaken Beef pho, Tom-Yum pasta and creamy kimchi pasta. Recommend: Mini pancakes (banh khot) Beef pho Shaken beef pho (it's very spicy even mild) read more